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A 13-year-old boy with Tourette syndrome was stopped from boarding a British Airways flight after he shouted the word "bomb" repeatedly due to his condition. The airline denied discrimination, saying the decision was based on safety concerns, and the family had to buy new tickets and stay overnight in a hotel.
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The boy’s name is Mason, and he has Tourette syndrome, a condition causing uncontrollable sounds or movements called tics.
Mason shouted "bomb" multiple times at London Gatwick Airport while trying to board a flight to Spain.
British Airways refused Mason and his family entry onto the plane for safety reasons.
Armed police escorted Mason and his family out of the airport.
The family had warned British Airways of Mason’s condition before traveling.
The family spent £4,000 on the original flights and had to pay an additional £2,400 for new flights after being refused boarding.
British Airways said the decision was not due to Mason’s disability but because of a security threat involving the word "bomb."
Mason’s family hopes the airline will learn from the situation and treat people with disabilities fairly in the future.
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French scientists have started a project called "Bugs Matter" to study the decline in insect populations. They are asking drivers to count dead bugs on their windshields during trips and report the data through an app. This will be France’s first large study to track insect numbers across the country.
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The project is launched by France's National Museum of Natural History.
It uses a mobile app named "Bugs Matter" to collect data from drivers.
Drivers record how many dead insects are on their windshields after trips.
The data will help scientists track changes in insect populations over time.
The phenomenon of fewer dead bugs on windshields is called the "windshield phenomenon."
This study aims to be the first comprehensive insect population assessment in France.
The project started in April 2026.
Citizen science means regular people help scientists by collecting information.
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Forces aligned with Libyan commander Khalifa Haftar detained members of a convoy carrying aid to Gaza. Activists from Europe and the US responded by sharing video appeals. Rights groups say Haftar's forces have a history of detaining people without reason and using torture.
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Libyan forces loyal to Khalifa Haftar stopped and detained aid convoy members.
The convoy was attempting to deliver humanitarian help to Gaza by land.
Activists from Europe and the United States made video messages about the detention.
Human rights organizations accuse Haftar’s fighters of unlawful arrests and torture.
The detained convoy members were involved in bringing aid to a conflict-affected area.
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Israeli air attacks killed at least 12 people and injured others in Mashghara village, eastern Lebanon. The strikes targeted Hezbollah sites across southern Lebanon amid increasing tension despite a recent ceasefire.
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The attacks hit Mashghara in the Bekaa Valley and other towns in southern Lebanon.
Israel said it struck more than 100 Hezbollah locations and fighters.
The Israeli military ordered residents in Nabatieh city to evacuate for safety.
The air strikes followed Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s order for intensified attacks on Hezbollah.
Lebanon has seen over 3,100 deaths and 9,600 injuries from Israeli attacks since early March.
More than one million people have been displaced in Lebanon due to the conflict.
The conflict involves Hezbollah, a group aligned with Iran, which launched attacks on Israel in early March.
The violence is linked to tensions between Israel, Lebanon, Iran, and the United States.
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Iran executed a man named Gholamreza Khani Shakarab who was convicted of spying for Israel’s Mossad agency. This execution is part of a recent increase in Iran’s use of the death penalty in security-related cases following tensions with Israel and the United States.
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Gholamreza Khani Shakarab was hanged after being found guilty of spying for Israel’s Mossad.
The Supreme Court of Iran confirmed his death sentence before the execution.
Iranian authorities said he tried to recruit people inside Iran to act against the country’s security.
Shakarab was also accused of planning the killing of a Jewish rabbi to blame Iran.
He was arrested by intelligence forces linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Iran has increased executions related to national security since a war with Israel and the U.S. began on February 28.
Amnesty International reports that Iran has the second-highest number of executions worldwide, after China.
In 2025, at least 1,639 people were executed in Iran, including 48 women, according to human rights groups.
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A dentist explains common mistakes people make when whitening their teeth at home, such as overusing products, expecting quick results, and brushing teeth at the wrong times. These habits can damage the enamel, cause sensitivity, and may make teeth look worse over time.
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Brushing too much or using whitening products too often can harm tooth enamel and gums.
Whitening toothpaste often contains mild abrasives like baking soda or charcoal that remove surface stains but can wear down enamel.
Tooth enamel protects sensitive inner parts of teeth; losing enamel causes sensitivity and yellowing.
Teeth whitening is a slow process, so quick fixes or trends can be harmful.
Some DIY methods, like mixing baking soda with hydrogen peroxide and using mouth guards, can irritate gums or damage teeth.
Brushing immediately after whitening treatment can worsen enamel damage because enamel is softer then.
Homemade toothpaste recipes using acids like lemon juice or extra baking soda can be more abrasive than store-bought options.
Consistency and caution are important when whitening teeth to avoid long-term damage.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited India to improve the relationship after recent trade disagreements and tariff issues. Both countries are working towards a bigger trade agreement as India faces tough decisions on energy imports during a global crisis.
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The US and India have a long-standing relationship that has been under stress lately.
Marco Rubio spent four days in India to help fix trade and diplomatic problems.
The two countries are negotiating a larger trade deal.
A global energy crisis caused by the Iran war has affected India's oil and gas choices.
The US wants to sell more energy to India.
Russia’s oil is cheaper than the US’s for India.
China became India’s biggest trading partner, surpassing the US.
India must balance its energy needs with its trade relationships.
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Russia launched more than 100 drones and two ballistic missiles at Ukraine, especially targeting Kyiv amid threats of heavy attacks. Ukraine says it is prepared for these strikes and is working with Europe to boost its air defense, while diplomatic missions in Kyiv have not announced any plans to leave.
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Russia fired over 100 drones and two ballistic missiles at Ukraine overnight.
Russia warned foreign nationals and diplomats to leave Kyiv due to planned “systemic strikes.”
Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov advised the U.S. to evacuate its diplomats from Kyiv.
No diplomatic missions, including those from the EU, France, and Poland, have announced departures.
Ukraine’s foreign ministry says the threat level remains similar to previous years and months.
Russian missile strikes are ongoing as part of a conflict that began with Russia’s 2022 invasion.
Ukraine faces shortages of advanced U.S.-made air defense missiles due to the focus on the Iran war.
Ukraine is cooperating with European countries to increase its anti-ballistic missile capabilities.
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An early heatwave in Western Europe has broken temperature records and caused several deaths. Authorities have warned of health risks and emergencies related to the unusual hot weather.
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London experienced a rare tropical night, with temperatures above 20°C (68°F) overnight.
Southern England temperatures could reach up to 35°C (95°F).
A 13-year-old boy died in Halifax, northern England, related to drowning.
France broke May temperature records, with many areas above 30°C (86°F).
At least seven deaths in France may be linked to the heat, including five drownings and two in sports events.
The UK set a new hottest May day record at 34.8°C (94.6°F) in London, surpassing old records from 1922 and 1944.
Firefighters worked to extinguish a grass fire near Edinburgh caused by the hot, dry conditions.
Health alerts were issued in the UK due to heat risks, especially for older people, as air conditioning is rare.
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The Ebola outbreak in the Ituri province of the Democratic Republic of Congo is spreading quickly and causing many deaths. Local officials and international organizations are calling for urgent action and more resources to stop the disease from becoming a major disaster.
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The Ebola outbreak began on 15 May and has over 900 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths so far.
The Ituri province, led by military governor Johnny Luboya Nkashama, is the main area affected.
People in the region face food shortages, overcrowding, and other diseases alongside Ebola.
The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the outbreak a public health emergency of international concern.
Ebola cases have spread to other Congolese provinces (North and South Kivu) and to neighboring Uganda.
There is no current vaccine or medicine for the Bundibugyo strain causing this outbreak, but vaccines are being developed.
Africa CDC and several African countries have agreed on a $319 million plan to fight the spread, with some funding already pledged.
The outbreak is made more difficult to control due to ongoing conflict and unsafe conditions in the region.
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Ousmane Sonko, who was recently removed as Senegal's Prime Minister, has been elected Speaker of the national parliament. This move creates possible tension with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, as Sonko's party holds the majority in parliament and Sonko was barred from running for president in 2024.
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Ousmane Sonko was fired as Prime Minister by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye.
Sonko was elected Speaker of Senegal’s National Assembly, the country’s second highest political position.
Sonko’s party, Pastef, has the majority of seats in parliament.
The previous Speaker resigned to allow Sonko to take the position.
President Faye appointed Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo as the new Prime Minister after Sonko’s dismissal.
Sonko was banned from running for president in 2024 due to a defamation conviction.
Sonko has strong support across Senegal, especially among young people.
The president cannot dissolve parliament until two years after the last election, limiting his power to bypass opposition in parliament.
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Chile’s new President José Antonio Kast has introduced border controls similar to those of U.S. President Donald Trump, including building a wall with Peru to stop undocumented migrants. Although large-scale deportations have not yet happened, migrants face growing difficulties near the Chile-Peru border city of Tacna.
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José Antonio Kast is Chile’s new far-right president.
Kast promised to deport over 300,000 undocumented migrants soon after taking office.
The predicted mass deportations have not yet occurred two months into his term.
Chile is constructing a border wall with Peru, inspired by President Donald Trump’s border wall in the U.S.
Migrants continue to try crossing into Chile despite the new wall.
Migrants face harsher conditions and tough life in Tacna, the last city in Peru before the Chilean border.
These border policies mark a shift toward more strict immigration controls in Chile.
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Iran announced the end of an 88-day internet blackout, but the internet remained largely unavailable according to monitoring groups. The blackout began during protests in January and has severely damaged Iran’s digital economy and limited people's access to information.
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Iran's internet blackout lasted 88 days, the longest in its history.
The blackout started during protests in January and worsened after US and Israeli attacks in February.
Iranian officials said Gmail was accessible again, but general internet access stayed limited.
The blackout has harmed online businesses and caused economic problems.
Iran’s communications minister said restoring the internet will be gradual.
An estimated 5 million jobs depend on internet access, and many people lost work during the blackout.
Amnesty International reported executions of at least 36 people convicted of political charges.
The government set up a paid internet access program for some groups as a partial solution.
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Iran reported shooting down a U.S. drone and firing on a U.S. fighter jet entering its airspace, following U.S. strikes on Iranian forces described as self-defense. President Trump said he wants either a good deal with Iran or no deal, while tensions continue with ongoing military actions and statements from leaders on both sides.
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Iran claims to have shot down a U.S. MQ-9 Reaper drone and fired at an F-35 fighter jet crossing its airspace.
The U.S. military carried out strikes on Iranian forces, targeting boats placing mines near the Strait of Hormuz.
Four Iranian navy personnel were reportedly killed in the U.S. strikes in southern Iran.
President Trump expressed a desire for a good deal with Iran, or no agreement if a good deal is not possible.
Israeli airstrikes in eastern Lebanon killed at least twelve people, following Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s order to intensify attacks on Hezbollah.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said "Death to America" and promised regional nations would stop hosting U.S. bases.
The U.S. has lost at least 16 MQ-9 Reaper drones over Iran since the conflict began.
Three U.S. F-15 fighter jets were shot down over Kuwait in a friendly fire incident with no casualties.
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Rebel groups including an al-Qaeda-linked group and Tuareg separatists intensified attacks against the Malian army and its Russian allies, killing the defense minister and seizing northern cities. The crisis follows a 2021 coup and failed peace agreements, weakening Mali and threatening instability in the Sahel region.
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Rebel groups imposed a fuel blockade on Mali’s capital, Bamako, nearly nine months ago.
In April, they launched coordinated attacks killing Malian Defence Minister Sadio Camara.
The rebels took control of military camps and the northern city of Kidal.
The area called Azawad, home to Tuareg communities, has a history of separatist rebellions.
Mali signed the Algiers Accords in 2015 promising decentralization and development in Azawad.
The 2021 military coup weakened Mali's government and led to foreign troops' withdrawal.
Mali expelled French forces in 2022 and ended the Algiers Agreement in 2024.
Rebel groups disrupted key transport routes, including fuel and food supplies, worsening the situation.
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Comedian Josh Johnson spoke with CBS News about his career path from writer to host and correspondent on "The Daily Show." He also discussed his new comedy special called "Josh Johnson: Symphony," which is available on HBO Max, and how his family shaped his sense of humor.
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Josh Johnson is a comedian and writer.
He works as a correspondent and host on "The Daily Show."
He has a new comedy special titled "Josh Johnson: Symphony."
The special is available to watch on HBO Max.
Johnson talked about how his family influenced his comedy style.
The interview was conducted by Vladimir Duthiers for CBS News.
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Muslims gather on Mount Arafat during the Day of Arafah, the most important day of the annual Hajj pilgrimage, to pray and ask for forgiveness. Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam, and Muslims who are able are expected to complete it at least once in their lifetime.
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The Day of Arafah is the most spiritually important day of the Hajj pilgrimage.
On this day, Muslims gather on Mount Arafat to pray and repent for their sins.
Hajj is one of the five main practices (pillars) of Islam.
Performing Hajj once in a lifetime is required for Muslims who have the ability to do so.
The pilgrimage takes place annually and gathers Muslims from around the world.
Mount Arafat is a key location in the Hajj rituals.
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An Austrian paraglider survived a scary mid-air crash when a small plane damaged her parachute, but she safely used her backup chute to land. In Senegal, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye appointed a new prime minister after firing his former mentor. Meanwhile, Pope Leo XIV issued a letter warning about risks from artificial intelligence and called for government rules.
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An Austrian paraglider’s parachute was torn by a Cessna plane during flight over the Alps.
The paraglider used a backup parachute and landed safely, suffering only minor injuries.
Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye replaced Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko with economist Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo.
Faye and Sonko’s relationship broke down over how to deal with Senegal’s public debt and IMF aid.
Sonko is popular in parliament, which could make governing tough for Faye.
Pope Leo XIV released an encyclical warning about dangers of artificial intelligence (AI).
The pope urged governments to regulate private AI companies and protect jobs and children from harmful AI.
The encyclical builds on earlier papal letters addressing social and ethical issues.
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Palestinians in Gaza are experiencing a difficult Eid holiday due to the ongoing war damaging their livestock industry. Restrictions by Israel on importing live animals and closing border crossings have also stopped many from making the pilgrimage to Mecca.
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The Eid holiday in Gaza starts on Tuesday evening.
The war has destroyed much of Gaza’s livestock sector.
Israel is not allowing live animals to be brought into Gaza.
This makes the traditional animal sacrifice for Eid nearly impossible.
Restrictions on crossing borders prevent many Palestinians from traveling to Mecca for the pilgrimage.
Gaza faces tough conditions because of continued conflict and border controls.
The situation affects the religious and cultural practices of Palestinians during Eid.
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Since October 7, 2023, Israel’s workforce has changed because many Palestinian workers have lost their work permits or have been sent out of the country. This shift is affecting the economies of both Israel and the Palestinian territories.
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The changes began after October 7, 2023.
Many Palestinian workers in Israel had their work permits revoked.
Some Palestinian workers were deported from Israel.
The number of Palestinian workers in Israel has dropped significantly.
This workforce change affects both Israel’s economy and the Palestinian economy.
The reduction of Palestinian labor impacts sectors that relied on their work.
The situation is a result of new policies following events on October 7, 2023.
The article discusses the broader economic effects of these labour shifts.
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