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The US and Iran continue to give different messages about a possible deal amid ongoing talks to end their conflict. President Donald Trump said Iran will not get relief from economic punishments and must give up its nuclear material, while Iran refuses to accept these terms.
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President Trump said Iran would not receive any easing of sanctions in the current negotiations.
Trump stated Iran must give up its stock of enriched uranium, either handing it over or destroying it in place.
Iran holds about 440 kilograms (970 pounds) of enriched uranium and has refused to give it up.
The US and Iran have fought a war for over 12 weeks, including the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
Iran responded to attacks by closing the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global oil shipments.
The blockade of the Strait has caused oil prices to rise worldwide and increased inflation in the US.
A ceasefire started on April 8, but talks to end the conflict have stalled.
President Trump suggested that if talks fail, military action might continue.
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Cuba’s foreign minister, Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, said that U.S. Senator Marco Rubio is lying about Cuba being a threat to U.S. national security. Rodríguez made this statement during an interview on Fox News as tensions between Cuba and the United States have increased.
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Marco Rubio, a U.S. political figure, claimed Cuba is a national security threat to the United States.
Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla is Cuba’s minister of foreign affairs.
Rodríguez responded by calling Rubio a liar in a Fox News interview.
The comment came amid rising tensions between Cuba and the United States.
The dispute reflects ongoing political disagreements between the two countries.
Rodríguez denied the accusations, defending Cuba’s position.
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A senior official from Iran's Revolutionary Guard said that new fighting between Iran and the United States seems unlikely for now. However, the official said that a peace deal has not yet been reached as talks continue.
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The statement came from a top member of Iran's Revolutionary Guard.
The official said renewed conflict with the U.S. does not seem likely at the moment.
Peace negotiations between Iran and the U.S. are still ongoing.
No final agreement or peace deal has been made yet.
The situation remains uncertain as talks continue.
The news was reported by CBS News with input from a Middle East contributor.
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A report from the Center for Strategic International Studies says it will take several years to replace advanced weapons used in the war involving Iran. Key weapons like Tomahawk missiles and missile defense systems will take about three or more years to restock.
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The Center for Strategic International Studies (CSIS) released the report on Wednesday.
Advanced weapons were used in the conflict involving Iran.
Weapons like Tomahawk Land Attack Missiles (TLAM) need to be replaced.
Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) anti-ballistic missile systems also need restocking.
The process to replenish these weapons could take three or more years.
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Jeffrey Donaldson, former leader of Northern Ireland’s Democratic Unionist Party, is on trial charged with multiple sexual offences against two women, involving incidents from 1985 to 2008. His wife faces related charges but is not standing trial due to mental health issues. The trial involves interviews and testimony about alleged abuse during the women’s childhoods and a church-mediated apology.
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Jeffrey Donaldson is charged with 18 sexual offences, including one count of rape.
The alleged offences span over more than two decades (1985 to 2008).
Two women, referred to as Witness A and Witness B, have accused Donaldson of sexual abuse as children.
Donaldson’s wife, Eleanor, is charged with helping him commit rape and indecent assault but is medically unfit to stand trial.
Witness B says Donaldson abused her before she was 11 and apologized years later at a church meeting.
Witness A alleges Donaldson touched and kissed her inappropriately and made comments about her body.
The trial is expected to last about four weeks and includes recorded interviews with the witnesses and the Donaldsons.
Donaldson resigned as DUP leader and an MP after his arrest in 2024 and was knighted in 2016.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy sent a letter to President Donald Trump during Memorial Day weekend. In the letter, he asked the United States for more Patriot missiles to help Ukraine in its conflict with Russia.
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Volodymyr Zelenskyy is the President of Ukraine.
He sent a letter to President Donald Trump over Memorial Day weekend.
The letter requested more Patriot missiles from the United States.
Patriot missiles are a type of air defense system used to intercept incoming missiles or aircraft.
Ukraine is engaged in a war against Russia.
The United States has supported Ukraine with military equipment before.
CBS News reported the story, with Katrina Kaufman providing more details.
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Indonesian officials have stopped several showings of a new documentary that talks about claimed human rights violations in Papua. The film focuses on issues like the taking of land from Indigenous people.
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Indonesian authorities have closed multiple screenings of a documentary about Papua.
The documentary discusses alleged human rights abuses in the region.
One main issue in the film is the seizure of land from Indigenous Papuans.
Papua is a province in Indonesia with a history of conflict and tension.
The shutdown of screenings suggests government sensitivity to the documentary’s content.
The documentary was shared by Al Jazeera journalist Jessica Washington.
These actions limit public access to the film within Indonesia.
The situation highlights ongoing disputes involving Papua’s Indigenous people.
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Lebanon is experiencing increased violence as Israel steps up attacks against Hezbollah despite a supposed ceasefire. Diplomatic talks involving the US, Iran, and Lebanon are ongoing, but tensions and destruction continue, risking deeper divisions and instability in Lebanon.
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Lebanon remains heavily affected by conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.
Israel has increased military strikes, killing dozens and forcing evacuations, including the city of Tyre.
Israeli attacks have damaged homes, infrastructure, and villages, displacing around 1.2 million people.
US and Iran are engaged in talks, with Iran stating a return to war is unlikely, but Lebanon’s future is still uncertain.
Hezbollah’s role in Lebanon is controversial: some view it as a defense force, others as a problem.
Political leaders in Lebanon show growing divisions along community and political lines.
Economic hardship, political instability, and war damage deepen Lebanon’s risks of social fracture or civil war.
Experts warn that military pressure alone won’t build a strong Lebanese state or reduce Hezbollah’s influence.
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Disney and Pixar released a new trailer and poster for the movie "Toy Story 5." The story shows Buzz, Woody, Jessie, and other toys facing a new challenge from a tablet called LilyPad.
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"Toy Story 5" is a new movie by Disney and Pixar.
A trailer and poster for the movie have been released.
The main characters include Buzz Lightyear, Woody, and Jessie.
The toys encounter a new threat, a tablet named LilyPad.
The trailer introduces new characters in the movie.
The movie continues the popular "Toy Story" series.
The release date or further details were not mentioned in the article.
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Iran has partially restored access to the global internet after cutting it off due to conflict and protests. This reopening has exposed widespread public anger about very high food prices and shortages in the country.
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Iran cut internet access on February 28 during a war involving the US and Israel and earlier during protests in January.
Internet service was only partly restored, with mobile internet largely still blocked and some sites restricted.
Prices for common foods in Iran have risen dramatically: vegetable oil by 308%, chicken by 190%, and rice by 170%.
Iran’s government blames the US for economic problems, calling it “economic warfare” after failing to overthrow their government.
Authorities fear that internet freedom might be used to encourage protests, calling this “cognitive warfare.”
Iran has launched a “resistance economy committee” to fight price increases and product shortages.
Inflation in Iran is very high, with food prices increasing by 140–200% and overall inflation at 70%.
Most Iranians want internet restrictions lifted; only 9% support keeping them.
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A satirical political movement called the Cockroach Janta Party has become popular among young people in India. It started after India’s chief justice called unemployed youth "cockroaches," which led to widespread online response and the creation of this movement using humor and memes.
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The Cockroach Janta Party began after India’s chief justice referred to unemployed youth as "cockroaches."
The chief justice later said he was misquoted, but the comment spread widely online.
Abhijeet Dipke, a 30-year-old public relations student, started the movement online as a joke asking, "What if all cockroaches come together?"
The movement now has nearly 23 million Instagram followers.
It uses memes, jokes, and AI-generated content to express youth frustration.
Nearly 40% of Indian graduates under 25 face unemployment, according to a university report.
The movement’s official agenda includes demands for protecting votes, 50% women’s representation, and a free independent press.
The movement has faced hacking, blocked accounts, website removal, and accusations of fake followers, which its founder denies.
The Cockroach Janta Party aims to become a real voice for young people’s concerns in India.
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President Donald Trump said the United States is not yet satisfied with the terms of a deal being negotiated with Iran to end conflict in the Middle East. He stated that Iran wants a deal but has not reached an agreement, and the U.S. may resume military action if talks fail.
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President Trump updated the public on negotiations with Iran during a cabinet meeting in Washington.
Iran's state TV reported draft deal details including reopening the Strait of Hormuz and U.S. military withdrawal, but the White House called this report false.
Both Iran and the U.S. have said progress was made last week, but a final deal is not close.
Trump said Iran is eager to make a deal but negotiations have not succeeded yet.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed some progress and interest but gave no details on remaining disagreements.
The U.S. and Israel launched strikes against Iran on February 28, leading to wider conflict and Iran closing the Strait of Hormuz, raising oil prices globally.
A ceasefire has mostly held since April 8, but talks have slowed down recently.
Trump warned the U.S. might take further action if a deal is not reached.
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Scientists created a math model that studies how the world’s population has grown over thousands of years and predicts possible future changes. Their research suggests that if Earth reaches a limit on how many people it can support, the global population might drop by half by the year 2064.
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Researchers Alessio Zaccone and Kostya Trachenko used a simple math equation to study population growth over 12,000 years.
The model predicts that a major event like disease or war could halve the world population by 2064 if resources become too limited.
The study shows population growth may be more sensitive to environmental and social challenges than earlier models suggested.
Birth rates are falling worldwide, which can lead to population decline and problems like an aging population.
The United Nations estimates the global population will peak at 10.3 billion by 2080 and then slowly decline.
The U.S. fertility rate is below the level needed to maintain population, with 1.6 children per woman as of 2023.
President Trump’s administration introduced policies in early 2025 to encourage higher birth rates, including better access to IVF.
China’s birth rate also declined for the fourth year in a row in 2025, with births dropping 17% compared to 2024.
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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine asked President Trump and the U.S. Congress to send more Patriot missile systems. He warned that Russia is planning more large missile attacks on Ukrainian cities and said these missile defenses are crucial for protecting civilians.
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Zelenskyy wrote a detailed letter to President Trump and Congress on Memorial Day.
He described Russia’s upcoming missile attacks as a serious threat to Ukrainian cities.
Patriot missile systems, supplied by the U.S., are the main defense against Russian ballistic missiles.
Ukraine has successfully used Patriot systems to stop many Russian missiles.
Russia launched a large attack involving cruise missiles, ballistic missiles, hypersonic weapons, and about 600 drones before Memorial Day.
The recent missile strikes killed at least two people and injured nearly 100.
Over 350 buildings in Kyiv were damaged, including a museum about the Chornobyl disaster which was destroyed by a direct hit.
Zelenskyy expressed concern that the current delivery speed of U.S. weapons is too slow to match the growing threat.
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New York and New Jersey officials have issued a subpoena to FIFA as part of an investigation into high ticket prices and misleading seat locations for the 2026 World Cup games at MetLife Stadium. The investigation focuses on FIFA’s new pricing approach and complaints from fans who say they did not get the seats they paid for.
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New York and New Jersey Attorney Generals are investigating FIFA over ticket pricing and seat accuracy for the 2026 World Cup.
Ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup reportedly far exceed prices of previous tournaments.
FIFA used a “dynamic pricing” system that changes ticket prices based on demand for the first time.
Some fans say they bought tickets for certain seats but were given different, less desirable ones.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino said high prices are due to limited ticket supply and strong global demand.
The investigation covers pricing and seating details for eight World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
A new premium ticket category was introduced after initial ticket sales, causing confusion about seat locations.
The state officials want to ensure fans have a fair chance at affordable tickets and accurate seating information.
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The Israeli military has told people in southern Lebanon to leave as it increases its attacks on the Hezbollah group there. Israeli forces have moved closer to the city of Nabatiyeh amid ongoing fighting between Israel and Hezbollah.
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Israel warned residents in southern Lebanon to leave the area.
The Israeli military said it would use strong force against Hezbollah.
Israeli troops crossed the Litani River, approaching Nabatiyeh in southern Lebanon.
The warning is the first since a ceasefire started on April 17.
Israel and Hezbollah have carried out near-daily attacks against each other.
Hezbollah claimed responsibility for attacks on Israeli troops and villages near the border.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the military will increase attacks in Lebanon.
Lebanese and U.S. officials were scheduled to meet at the Pentagon to discuss the ceasefire.
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Internet access in Iran has been partially restored after a shutdown lasting most of 2026 that began during nationwide protests in January. Although people can now connect again, many say the service is slow, some apps remain blocked, and interruptions continue.
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Iran cut off internet access for most of 2026, one of the longest national shutdowns worldwide.
Authorities said the shutdown was needed after attacks by the U.S. and Israel on February 28.
Internet connectivity is now about 86% of what it was before the shutdown, but data traffic is still much lower at 40%.
Popular apps like YouTube and Instagram remain heavily restricted or blocked.
The shutdown hurt many people’s incomes, especially young people who work online and small online businesses.
Internet prices spiked during the outage but have since returned closer to normal levels.
Many Iranians used VPNs to bypass restrictions, but these became more expensive and unaffordable for many.
Some disruptions and service weaknesses continue, and users fear another shutdown could happen anytime.
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Palestinians in Gaza observed Eid al-Adha prayers amid ongoing Israeli attacks that caused significant damage and loss of life. Many families held funerals and mourned relatives who were killed in airstrikes before and during the holiday.
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Eid al-Adha is a major Islamic holiday observed by Palestinians in Gaza.
Israeli attacks continued across Gaza during the time of the holiday.
The attacks caused destruction and rubble throughout the area.
Families held funerals for those killed in the strikes.
Many people mourned loved ones at cemeteries on Eid day.
The violence occurred in the hours leading up to and during Eid prayers.
The situation overshadowed the traditional celebrations of the holiday.
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South Africa rejected the U.S. government's claim that there is a humanitarian emergency for white people in the country. A South African official said there is no evidence that white Afrikaners are being treated unfairly on a large scale.
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The claim was made by the Trump administration.
South Africa’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson is Chrispin Phiri.
Phiri told The Associated Press that the claims lack factual support.
The issue concerns allegations of systemic mistreatment of Afrikaners, a white ethnic group.
South Africa disputes the idea that white people face a humanitarian crisis there.
The statement was made in response to the U.S. government's position.
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The head of Britain’s spy agency, GCHQ, said nearly 500,000 Russian soldiers have died in the Ukraine war that has lasted over four years. She also warned that Russia continues to threaten the UK’s infrastructure and stressed the importance of strong intelligence partnerships between countries.
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Nearly half a million Russian soldiers have been killed in Ukraine since the start of the conflict.
This new estimate is higher than previous figures of about 352,000 deaths.
Russian forces have been losing ground in Ukraine since late 2022.
Russia loses around 30,000 soldiers (killed and wounded) every month, with 15,000 to 20,000 killed monthly according to US officials.
Russia is recruiting about 800 to 1,000 new soldiers daily to replace losses.
GCHQ is focused on protecting UK infrastructure like data and energy cables from Russian attacks.
British and US intelligence agencies cooperate closely to face shared security threats and prepare for future challenges like quantum computer attacks.
The UK emphasizes the strength of its intelligence alliance with the US and other countries in the Five Eyes group.
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