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President Trump said the United States and Iran are close to making a deal that could end their conflict. The deal may include reopening the Strait of Hormuz, unlocking Iranian money frozen in banks, and continuing talks for another month.
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President Trump told CBS News the two countries are "getting a lot closer" to an agreement.
The deal may reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for oil shipping.
Some Iranian funds frozen in foreign banks might be released as part of the deal.
Talks are expected to continue for another 30 days.
President Trump believes the agreement will stop Iran from getting a nuclear weapon.
He wants to ensure Iran’s enriched uranium, which can be used for nuclear weapons, is "satisfactorily handled."
President Trump is still deciding on the proposal and is consulting advisers and foreign leaders.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said progress is being made and an update could come soon.
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Israeli airstrikes hit two refugee camps in central Gaza overnight, causing heavy damage and injuring many people. These strikes happened even though there was a ceasefire in place, and most of Gaza’s civilian infrastructure has already been destroyed or damaged.
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Israeli strikes targeted the Nuseirat and Bureij refugee camps in central Gaza.
The attacks caused heavy damage, turning buildings into rubble.
Dozens of people were injured during the strikes.
The strikes happened despite an ongoing ceasefire agreement.
About 90% of Gaza’s civilian infrastructure has been destroyed or damaged by Israel.
The affected areas are densely populated refugee camps.
The strikes contribute to worsening conditions for civilians in Gaza.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has begun a four-day visit to India, where he invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the White House. The visit aims to improve ties between the US and India, focusing on trade, energy security, and defense cooperation amid ongoing regional conflicts.
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Rubio started a four-day trip to India to strengthen US-India relations.
He invited Prime Minister Modi to visit the White House.
Trade tensions exist due to India’s continued purchase of Russian oil despite US pressure.
Discussions include energy security, especially related to the US-Israeli war in Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Rubio helped open a new wing of the US embassy in New Delhi, calling it a symbol of commitment.
India and the US agreed to deepen trade, defense cooperation, and work on new technologies.
The visit will end with a meeting of the Quad group (US, Japan, Australia, India) countering China’s influence.
Rubio also visited Kolkata and planned stops in Agra and Jaipur during the trip.
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The African Union’s health agency warned that ten African countries are at risk of Ebola spreading to them, in addition to ongoing outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda. The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised the health risk level in the region to very high due to new cases.
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Ebola outbreaks are currently active in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda.
Ten additional African countries are considered at risk of Ebola spreading there.
The African Union’s health agency issued the warning on May 23, 2026.
WHO has increased the health risk to “very high” in the DRC and Uganda.
New Ebola cases in Uganda are linked to the outbreak in the DRC.
The Ebola outbreak response is complicated by weak infrastructure and conflict in areas like DRC.
Containing Ebola in these regions is a major concern for health organizations.
The situation is evolving quickly, demanding urgent action to control the spread.
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Israeli soldiers arrested two Palestinian children during a raid in al-Mughayyir village in the West Bank. The children were forced to sit on the ground with their hands behind their heads before being blindfolded and taken away.
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Two Palestinian siblings were arrested by Israeli soldiers in al-Mughayyir village.
The children were made to sit on the ground with their hands behind their heads.
One child was blindfolded during the arrest.
The incident happened during an Israeli military raid.
Al-Mughayyir village is located in the occupied West Bank.
The village has experienced frequent Israeli raids and attacks by settlers.
The area is known for violence and displacement related to the conflict.
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A measles outbreak in Bangladesh has killed over 500 children, mostly those under five years old. The government and UNICEF are working on large vaccination campaigns, but the full benefits will take time to appear.
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The measles outbreak has caused 512 child deaths since March 15, with 13 new deaths reported in one day.
Hospitals in Dhaka are overwhelmed and lack enough intensive care beds for seriously ill children.
Measles spreads through coughs and sneezes and mainly affects young children.
Complications from measles include pneumonia and brain inflammation, especially in malnourished or unvaccinated kids.
Bangladesh has 175 million people and is carrying out a mass vaccination effort reaching 18 million children so far.
The 2024 student uprising disrupted vaccination programs, leaving many children unprotected.
The government says the outbreak is now under control with fewer cases in some areas.
UNICEF calls for more funding and better vaccination programs to prevent future outbreaks and related health problems.
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States and Iran have made some progress in peace talks. He stated that the conflict involving Iran will be resolved one way or another during his visit to India.
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Marco Rubio is the U.S. Secretary of State.
He made comments while visiting India.
Rubio said there has been some progress in peace negotiations with Iran.
He believes the conflict with Iran will be resolved eventually.
The peace talks are ongoing, with work continuing at the time of his statement.
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The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has added Ebola virus screening at Atlanta's Hartsfield‑Jackson International Airport to help prevent the virus from entering the country. This action responds to a rising number of Ebola cases and deaths in Central and East Africa, especially in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Uganda, and South Sudan.
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The CDC expanded Ebola screening to the busiest airport in the world, Hartsfield‑Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
The move is part of efforts to stop Ebola from spreading into the U.S. amid outbreaks in the DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan.
Screening started earlier at Washington–Dulles International Airport on May 20 before expanding to Atlanta.
The U.S. government suspended entry for foreign nationals who traveled to these African countries in the past 21 days.
Screening uses a "layered prevention approach" including exit screening overseas, airline illness reporting, and health monitoring after arrival.
No Ebola cases have been confirmed in the U.S. from this outbreak so far.
As of the latest reports, the DRC has 82 confirmed Ebola cases and 7 confirmed deaths, with many more suspected cases and deaths.
The outbreak began in the DRC’s Ituri province and involves the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus.
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A treatment tent for Ebola patients in eastern Congo was set on fire for the second time this week, causing 18 suspected patients to escape. The Ebola outbreak involves a rare type of the virus called Bundibugyo, and health officials are working to control its spread amid community tensions.
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The fire happened in Mongbwalu, a town at the center of the outbreak.
The tent was operated by Doctors Without Borders for treating suspected and confirmed Ebola cases.
Another treatment center was burned down on Thursday after family members were denied the body of a deceased patient.
Ebola bodies can be highly contagious, so authorities control burials to prevent the spread.
Funerals and large gatherings were banned in northeastern Congo to limit infection risks.
The World Health Organization (WHO) raised the outbreak risk to "very high" for Congo but low globally.
There are 82 confirmed Ebola cases and 7 deaths, though many more cases and deaths are suspected.
There is no vaccine for the Bundibugyo Ebola virus.
Three Red Cross volunteers died after handling bodies, indicating the outbreak likely began earlier than first confirmed.
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President Donald Trump said he would meet with his team to decide whether to accept Iran’s latest offer or take military action. Both sides are close to an initial agreement to end conflict, but key issues like nuclear enrichment and access to the Strait of Hormuz remain unresolved.
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President Trump described his chances of making a good deal with Iran as "50/50."
He planned to meet negotiators Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and Vice President Vance to review Iran’s latest proposal.
Pakistani Field Marshal Asim Munir, a mediator, left Tehran after talks aimed at pushing the deal forward.
Iran and the U.S. are reportedly in the final stage of talks on a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to end the war.
The MOU would also address reopening the Strait of Hormuz, lifting the U.S. blockade, and releasing frozen Iranian funds.
Iran wants detailed talks to follow the MOU, lasting 30 to 60 days.
President Trump said he would only accept a deal covering uranium enrichment and Iran’s nuclear stockpile, which may not be resolved quickly.
Regional countries like Qatar, Egypt, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan have been mediating to help finalize the agreement.
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India’s Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), a political parody group that has gained millions of followers online, says its website and social media pages have been blocked in India. The group started as a joke after a remark by India’s chief justice about unemployed youth and uses satire to highlight issues like unemployment and political discontent.
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The Cockroach Janta Party is a parody group mocking India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
The group’s website and official X (formerly Twitter) page are blocked in India due to a legal demand.
The CJP has over 20 million followers online, with its Instagram account having more than 22 million followers.
The founder, Abhijeet Dipke, says Indian officials blocked their website and called the move fear-driven.
The group uses AI-generated images to promote itself and a hashtag #MainBhiCockroach ("I too am a cockroach") has become popular.
CJP's membership humorously requires being “chronically online” and having “the ability to rant professionally.”
Volunteers dressed as cockroaches have appeared at cleaning events and protests.
The group reflects frustration among India’s young people over unemployment and feeling politically ignored.
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Ryan Bingham, an award-winning singer-songwriter and actor, has released his first album in seven years called "They Call Us The Lucky Ones." He worked with the band The Texas Gentlemen on this album and performed the song "Relevance" on CBS News Saturday Sessions.
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Ryan Bingham has won an Oscar, Grammy, Golden Globe, and Critics' Choice award.
He acted in the TV show "Yellowstone," playing the character Walker.
His new album is titled "They Call Us The Lucky Ones."
This is his first album in seven years.
Bingham collaborated with the band The Texas Gentlemen on the album.
He performed the song "Relevance" on CBS News Saturday Sessions.
The performance was featured on the CBS News app and website.
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Ryan Bingham, an award-winning singer-songwriter and actor, teamed up with The Texas Gentlemen to create a new album called "They Call Us The Lucky Ones." CBS News featured a performance of their song "Let the Big Dog Eat."
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Ryan Bingham has won several major awards including an Oscar, Grammy, Golden Globe, and Critics' Choice.
He acted as a character named Walker in the TV show "Yellowstone."
This album is Bingham's first new music release in seven years.
The new album was made with the band The Texas Gentlemen.
CBS News shared a video of their song "Let the Big Dog Eat."
The performance is available on the CBS News app and website.
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Ryan Bingham, a singer-songwriter who has won several awards and acted in the show "Yellowstone," released his first album in seven years called "They Call Us The Lucky Ones." He worked with the band The Texas Gentlemen to create the album. CBS News shared a video of them performing the song "The Lucky Ones."
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Ryan Bingham has won an Oscar, Grammy, Golden Globe, and Critics' Choice award.
He acted as a character named Walker in the TV series "Yellowstone."
He released a new album called "They Call Us The Lucky Ones" after seven years.
The Texas Gentlemen is a band that collaborated with Bingham on this album.
CBS News featured a performance of the song "The Lucky Ones" by Ryan Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen.
The performance was part of CBS News Saturday Sessions.
The album marks a notable return to music for Ryan Bingham.
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Iran and Pakistan held talks in Tehran as part of ongoing efforts to prevent new US military strikes on Iran. Iranian leaders emphasized not compromising on their national rights, while diplomatic efforts continue, including mediation by Pakistan and Qatar, to stabilize a ceasefire that began in April.
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Iran’s parliamentary speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, said Iran will protect its rights by any means, including military action or negotiation.
Ghalibaf warned that if President Trump orders renewed strikes, Iran’s response would be stronger than before.
The US is reportedly preparing for possible new strikes against Iran amidst stalled talks.
A ceasefire between the US, Israel, and Iran has been in place since early April after fighting that lasted over a month.
Pakistan’s army chief and a Qatari delegation are mediating to help reopen negotiations and the strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil transport.
Iranian Foreign Ministry says negotiations have made some progress and positions are moving closer.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed cautious hope about potential developments in the talks.
President Trump recently met with his defense secretary to discuss options on military actions and canceled his son’s wedding weekend for government reasons.
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A chemical tank holding a flammable substance at an aerospace facility in Garden Grove, California, is leaking and may explode. Authorities evacuated thousands of nearby residents as they work to keep the tank cool and prevent any accident.
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The leaking tank contains about 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a highly flammable chemical used in plastics production.
Methyl methacrylate can ignite easily and generate heat, causing risk of fire or explosion if it leaks.
The fire chief called this the most dangerous situation he has seen in his career.
No injuries or deaths have happened so far.
Officials evacuated homes within one mile of the facility as a safety precaution.
If the tank fails, it could spill chemicals that settle near the ground or explode, spreading particles in the air.
Emergency crews built sandbag barriers to stop chemical leaks from reaching storm drains or water.
The cause of the leak is still being investigated, and officials have not yet lifted evacuation orders.
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The UK has suggested creating a single market for goods trade with the European Union as part of resetting its Brexit relationship. The discussion took place in a live broadcast at the Hay Festival, which also covered recent election results in Wales.
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The UK proposed a single market specifically for goods trade with the EU as part of Brexit negotiations.
This proposal aims to change the next phase of the UK-EU relationship after Brexit.
The discussion occurred during a live event at the Hay Festival.
The episode included analysis of what recent election results mean for Wales.
Participants included Adam Fleming (presenter), Zanny Minton Beddoes (Economist editor), and Felicity Evans (Walescast host).
Emma Freud, host of The Archers Podcast, also joined the conversation to compare shows.
The podcast is part of the BBC’s Newscast series, which provides daily political news analysis.
Newscast is available on smart speakers and online, with opportunities for audience interaction.
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An Israeli air strike killed at least five Gaza police officers and a 13-year-old boy despite a ceasefire in place. The attacks have continued nearly daily since the ceasefire, worsening the humanitarian crisis and threatening aid delivery in Gaza.
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Five police officers and one 13-year-old boy were killed in an Israeli air strike on a police post in northern Gaza.
At least one other civilian was killed and ten people were injured in the attack.
The strike is part of ongoing Israeli military attacks on Gaza since a ceasefire started in October 2025.
Gaza’s police force of about 10,000 is a major issue in talks over President Trump’s Gaza plan.
Over 72,000 Palestinians have died in the conflict since October 2023; 883 died since the ceasefire began.
Israel restricts humanitarian aid entering Gaza, making it harder to help people in need.
Attacks on police disrupt civil order and increase risks of theft and attacks on aid convoys.
UN agencies report rising health problems among Gaza’s children due to poor living conditions and lack of medicine.
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Senegal's President Faye has removed Prime Minister Sonko from his position after months of political disagreements. This decision follows ongoing tensions between the two leaders.
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President Faye fired Prime Minister Sonko.
The move came after several months of conflict between them.
Sonko had been serving as the prime minister of Senegal.
The removal reflects political issues within the Senegalese government.
This news was reported on May 23, 2026.
The conflict happened in the country of Senegal, located in West Africa.
Senegal’s government leadership has seen changes due to this tension.
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Uganda has confirmed three new Ebola cases. These cases are connected to an Ebola outbreak in the neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo, where the World Health Organization (WHO) has raised the health risk to the highest level.
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Uganda reported three new cases of Ebola.
The Ebola outbreak is linked to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo).
WHO raised the health risk level to "very high" for DR Congo due to the outbreak.
Ebola is a deadly virus that can cause serious illness and death.
The outbreak in DR Congo faces challenges like weak infrastructure and conflict, which make it hard to control.
Neighboring countries like Uganda are monitoring and responding to the spread of the virus.
The WHO is coordinating efforts to contain the outbreak and prevent further spread.
This situation is part of ongoing health concerns in the region related to Ebola.
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