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The U.S. Justice Department is preparing to charge Raúl Castro, the former president of Cuba, with criminal offenses. This action is planned around Cuba’s independence day and follows President Donald Trump’s warning about a possible invasion of the island.
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The Justice Department will indict Raúl Castro, who used to lead Cuba.
The timing coincides with Cuba’s independence day celebrations.
President Donald Trump has threatened to invade Cuba.
NewsNation and Reuters have reported the indictment news.
The indictment means formal criminal charges will be brought against Castro.
This is a notable development in U.S.-Cuba relations.
The exact charges have not been detailed in this article.
The indictment is part of ongoing investigations or legal actions by U.S. prosecutors.
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A dead humpback whale has been found near the Danish island of Anholt, weeks after a failed rescue attempt in Germany. Danish officials plan to remove the whale's body and perform a post mortem to understand more about it and collect scientific data.
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The whale was found dead drifting close to the beach of Anholt island in Denmark.
It had been stranded along Germany’s Baltic Sea coast before being put on a barge and released into the North Sea.
Danish environmental authorities warn of health risks and ask people to stay away from the whale carcass.
The whale’s body has swollen due to gas buildup during decomposition, causing concern among locals.
Officials plan to remove the whale but have not yet given a timeline for the operation.
A GPS tracker attached during the rescue helped confirm that the whale found in Denmark is the same one from Germany.
The whale was weak and entangled in netting when first stranded and was unlikely to survive.
The rescue and subsequent events attracted attention from German media and tourists.
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The United States has charged former Cuban President Raúl Castro with a crime related to ordering the 1996 shooting down of two civilian planes, which killed four people. The U.S. cannot arrest Castro in Cuba but is increasing pressure on the Cuban government amid ongoing energy and food shortages worsened by the U.S. embargo.
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Raúl Castro led Cuba from 2011 to 2021 and remains influential in the country.
He is charged for his alleged role in the 1996 attack on two civilian planes flown by Cuban-American group Brothers to the Rescue, killing four people.
The U.S. does not have the legal power to arrest Castro inside Cuba.
The attack in 1996 worsened U.S.-Cuba relations and led to a stronger trade embargo by the U.S. Congress.
Cuba faces severe energy and food problems, partly due to the U.S. fuel blockade.
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel warned that any U.S. military invasion would cause violent conflict.
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio offered $100 million in aid to the Cuban people and criticized Cuba’s government for corruption and poor management.
President Donald Trump has not ruled out military action to change Cuba’s government.
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Two Russian fighter jets flew very close to a British spy plane over the Black Sea last month, causing the plane’s autopilot to turn off. The UK Ministry of Defence called the Russian actions dangerous and said the British crew acted professionally during the incident.
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A Russian Su-35 jet came so close to the RAF Rivet Joint spy plane that it triggered the plane’s emergency systems and disabled its autopilot.
A Su-27 fighter jet made six close passes, coming within 6 meters (19 feet) of the plane’s nose.
The RAF plane was on a routine flight to help protect NATO’s eastern border.
The UK Defence Secretary called the Russian interceptions unacceptable and risky for accidents or conflict.
This event is the most dangerous Russian action against the plane since September 2022, when a Russian pilot fired a missile at the same type of plane over the Black Sea.
The Russian embassy was asked by UK officials to condemn the incident.
The incident happens amid increased Russian military activity around important UK underwater infrastructure.
The RAF RC-135W Rivet Joint plane gathers intelligence by intercepting and analyzing electronic signals during its missions.
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A women's football match between North and South Korea was held for the first time since 2018, with North Korea's team winning 2-1. The game may offer a chance to improve the strained relations between the two countries.
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North Korean athletes crossed into South Korea for a football match for the first time since 2018.
North Korea’s team, Naegohyang, beat South Korea’s Suwon 2-1 in the semi-final.
This victory allowed Naegohyang to reach the Asian Women's Champions League final.
The final match will be against Japan’s Tokyo Verdy Beleza.
Over 7,000 tickets for the North-South semi-final sold out within hours.
The match took place at the Suwon Sports Complex in South Korea.
Relations between North and South Korea remain tense despite occasional cooperation events.
The football event is being seen as a potential step toward better diplomatic relations.
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The United States plans to bring legal charges against Raúl Castro, the former leader of Cuba. This has raised questions about how the future of Cuba might change if Castro is removed from power.
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U.S. authorities are expected to file an indictment against Raúl Castro.
Raúl Castro is the former leader of Cuba.
There is uncertainty about what will happen to Cuba’s government and society if Castro leaves the island.
The topic was discussed by American University professor William LeoGrande on CBS News.
The news segment is available through the CBS News app and online platforms.
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At least eight people were killed in recent Israeli air attacks on southern Lebanon, despite a U.S.-mediated ceasefire agreement. The attacks hit several villages, including Doueir, Tibnin, and Burj Shemali, causing deaths and damage to homes.
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Israeli fighter jets attacked the village of Doueir, killing five people and injuring two.
Two people were killed near a hospital in Tibnin, and one person died in a drone strike in Burj Shemali.
The Red Cross found a body near Shebaa in Nabatieh governorate.
These attacks happened despite a ceasefire extended until early July, mediated by the United States.
On the previous day, at least 16 people were killed in other Israeli air strikes across southern Lebanon.
Lebanese group Hezbollah reported clashes with Israeli forces in several villages including Haddatha, Biyyada, and Rashaf.
Israeli forces are extending their operations into the western Bekaa Valley, targeting mainly Shia Muslim villages.
Since March 2, over 3,000 people have been killed in Lebanon, more than 9,000 injured, and about 1.6 million displaced due to Israeli military actions.
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King Charles III and Queen Camilla visited different towns in Northern Ireland on the second day of their visit. During his visit to Newcastle, the King had bird droppings land on his jacket and joked about it, while the Queen met local businesses and helped pour a pint of Guinness.
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King Charles III visited Newcastle and was given a VIP movie ticket.
Bird droppings landed on the back of the King's jacket during a public walk; he made a light-hearted comment about it.
The King helped pack groceries at the Pantry Foodbank in Donard Methodist Church.
Queen Camilla visited Hillsborough, meeting local businesses and pouring a pint of Guinness at a pub.
This was King Charles’s 43rd visit to Northern Ireland, first as Prince of Wales and now as King.
It was announced that King Charles is expected to visit the Republic of Ireland next year, the first visit since becoming King.
The Irish President invited King Charles for the visit, following a state visit by Queen Elizabeth II in 2011.
The King first visited Northern Ireland in 1961 with his family.
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A strong heat wave is causing record-high temperatures across six states in the U.S. Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. The National Weather Service has issued heat warnings, urging people to stay indoors and take precautions against heat-related illnesses.
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Six states including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island are experiencing unusually high temperatures for mid-May.
Cities like Reading and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania broke temperature records, reaching 97°F and 98°F respectively.
The heat indexes in affected areas have climbed into the mid-90s and even upper 90s in some places, much higher than normal May temperatures in the 70s.
Early-season heat waves are more dangerous because people are not used to the heat yet.
Vulnerable groups such as the elderly and people with health problems are at greater risk.
Homes without air conditioning can become very hot indoors, increasing danger.
Officials advise staying hydrated, avoiding outdoor activities, using cooling centers, and checking on vulnerable neighbors.
The National Weather Service warns heat illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke can develop quickly during peak heat hours.
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Isak Andic, founder of the Mango clothing brand, died after falling from a cliff in a natural park in Spain. His son, Jonathan Andic, was arrested on suspicion of being involved in his father's death, which police now consider possibly deliberate rather than an accident.
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Isak Andic died on December 14, 2024, after falling about 500 feet from a cliff in Montserrat natural park near Barcelona.
Initially, the death was treated as an accident, but investigators later reopened the case.
Jonathan Andic, Isak’s eldest son, was arrested after a judge found enough evidence to suspect his active role in the death.
Jonathan paid €1 million in bail and denies having caused his father's death.
Police found inconsistencies in Jonathan’s statements about where he was when the fall happened.
Forensic evidence suggested Isak’s fall looked like he jumped feet first down a slide, not a slip.
Jonathan made several suspicious visits to the site before the investigation was public.
Jonathan’s phone went missing during the investigation, which he said was stolen in Ecuador.
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Dr. Whitney Bowe, a skin doctor, shared advice on how to protect skin from the sun during summer. She also explained common misunderstandings about sun care.
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The article focuses on tips to protect skin from sun exposure in summer.
Dermatologist Dr. Whitney Bowe provides guidance on sun and skin care.
The advice aims to help people prepare their skin for the summer sun.
The article mentions common myths about sun protection.
It is meant to raise awareness about skin health during sunny weather.
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The US military has been flying surveillance jets and drones near Cuba and broadcasting their locations publicly. These flights aim to monitor the island and apply pressure as tensions rise between the US and Cuba, partly due to an oil blockade imposed by the US.
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Since May 11, at least five US Navy P-8A Poseidon surveillance planes and three MQ-4C Triton drones have operated near Cuba.
Some US aircraft flew as close as 50 miles (80 km) from Cuba's coast.
Publicly broadcasting flight locations is likely intentional to signal the US is watching Cuban activities.
The US has imposed an effective oil blockade on Cuba, worsening fuel shortages and causing power blackouts and protests.
Cuba reportedly has drones that could potentially attack the US mainland, which Cuba denies and condemns.
US officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, blame Cuba’s communist government for hardships and offer a "new relationship" to the Cuban people.
This surveillance aims to enforce the blockade and deter Cuba's allies, like Venezuela, from sending energy supplies to the island.
Previous US military flights near Cuba were less frequent, indicating increased monitoring recently.
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Hezbollah released a new video showing a torn Israeli flag in southern Lebanon, continuing its long history of using media as a tool in its conflict with Israel. The group’s leader, Hassan Nasrallah, who played a key role in shaping Hezbollah’s message over decades, was killed recently, leaving the organization without its central spokesperson. This comes as Hezbollah faces challenges after losses of senior commanders and ongoing conflict with Israel.
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Hezbollah released a video showing a damaged Israeli flag in al-Bayada, southern Lebanon.
In the late 1990s, Hezbollah’s media, especially Al-Manar TV, helped create the impression that Israel would withdraw from Lebanon.
Hassan Nasrallah led Hezbollah’s media narrative for about 20 years, giving credibility and context to their actions.
Hezbollah’s image suffered during the Syrian war because many saw the group involved in sectarian fighting.
Nasrallah was killed on September 27, 2024, in an Israeli strike in Beirut.
His successor, Naim Qassem, has strong organizational skills but lacks Nasrallah’s communication influence.
Hezbollah’s media strategy relied heavily on Nasrallah’s leadership and voice.
Israel has developed a strong communication strategy alongside its military actions over many years.
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The United States has set up a special team to respond to a serious Ebola outbreak in Africa. Experts warn that false information about Ebola is spreading online, which could cause problems in handling the outbreak.
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The U.S. created an Ebola virus task force to assist with the outbreak in Africa.
The Ebola outbreak in Africa is considered dangerous and has raised global concerns.
Experts are warning about incorrect information being shared on the internet about Ebola.
Misinformation could make it harder to control the spread of the disease.
Dr. Celine Gounder from CBS News provided details about the current situation.
The task force aims to improve coordination and response efforts to the outbreak.
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A measles outbreak in Bangladesh has killed nearly 400 people, mostly children, and infected over 56,000, with many hospitals overcrowded. Health experts warn the disease could spread beyond Bangladesh, including to the U.S., where vaccination rates are falling and measles cases have risen.
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Nearly 400 people have died in the recent measles outbreak in Bangladesh.
Over 56,000 suspected cases have been reported, more than doubling since early April 2026.
Most deaths are among children who were unvaccinated or only partly vaccinated.
Hospitals in Bangladesh are overwhelmed, with some patients treated on the floor due to lack of beds.
A gap in vaccine supply and delays caused some children to miss full vaccination doses.
Measles is highly contagious and spreads through the air via coughing and sneezing.
The disease can cause serious complications like pneumonia, brain swelling, and death.
The U.S. CDC warns that outbreaks abroad can threaten U.S. health, especially with dropping vaccination rates.
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Russia and China have agreed on the route and basic plans to build the Power of Siberia 2 pipeline, which would carry Russian natural gas through Mongolia to China. The pipeline aims to start construction soon but still needs to finalize commercial details like price, and it could take about ten years to reach full capacity.
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The Power of Siberia 2 (POS-2) pipeline is planned to be 2,600 kilometers (1,616 miles) long.
It will transport Russian natural gas from western Siberia to China, passing through Mongolia.
The pipeline’s expected capacity is 50 billion cubic meters of gas per year, about twice the UK's annual electricity use.
The POS-2 pipeline is almost as large as Nord Stream 1, an important Russian gas route to Europe.
Russia wants to replace lost gas sales to Europe by selling more gas to China.
China sees the pipeline as a safer alternative to LNG shipping, which crosses risky sea chokepoints.
Building the pipeline is complex and may take around ten years to operate at full capacity.
Russia and China have agreed on the route and project basics but have not finalized the price or timeline.
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An Israeli airstrike on a residential building in Beirut killed five people related to two childhood neighbors who are now seeking justice. The attack happened shortly after the United States and Iran announced a ceasefire, during one of Israel's largest strike campaigns in Lebanon.
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An Israeli airstrike targeted a residential building in Beirut, Lebanon.
Five relatives of two childhood neighbors were killed in the strike.
The victims’ families are demanding justice for their loss.
The strike occurred shortly after a ceasefire announcement between the US and Iran.
This attack was part of a large series of Israeli strikes across Lebanon.
The strike intensified tensions in the region shortly after the ceasefire news.
The affected people are civilians living in the residential building.
The incident highlights ongoing conflict involving Israel and Lebanon.
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The Board of Peace, created by President Donald Trump to manage Gaza’s rebuilding, is facing a severe money shortage that may stop its $70 billion plan. Donors hesitate to give money due to the board’s controversial setup, lack of political goals for Palestinians, and ongoing conflicts in Gaza.
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The Board of Peace was founded by President Trump in January to help rebuild Gaza.
It has a $70 billion reconstruction plan but currently faces a serious funding shortfall.
International donors, including Arab and European countries, are reluctant to fund the board.
Experts say the board’s structure favors American and pro-Israel figures, sidelining Palestinian political rights.
The board allows donors to buy permanent seats with $1 billion contributions, which critics call “pay-for-influence.”
Past international aid to Palestinians has often been less than promised, with similar issues after the Oslo Accord and 2014 Gaza war.
The board’s funding problems are linked to political and security conditions that donors find problematic.
Critics say the board treats Gaza like an American security zone rather than supporting Palestinian self-governance.
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Far-right Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted a video showing him taunting detained pro-Palestinian activists from a Gaza-bound aid flotilla intercepted by Israeli naval forces. Italy and France condemned the treatment of the activists and summoned Israeli ambassadors, while Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized Ben-Gvir’s actions as not reflecting Israel’s values.
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The flotilla aimed to bring attention to difficult conditions in Gaza and carried a small amount of aid.
Israeli forces intercepted the flotilla about 250 nautical miles from Gaza, citing a naval blockade.
Organizers say more than 50 boats took part, with some boats fired on and rammed by Israeli forces.
Israel denied using live ammunition and said the blockade is lawful.
The activists were detained and taken to Ashdod port in Israel against their will.
Ben-Gvir’s video showed him taunting handcuffed activists and waving an Israeli flag.
Italy and France called Ben-Gvir’s behavior unacceptable and demanded respect and release of their nationals.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated Ben-Gvir’s behavior does not align with Israeli values.
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Three sisters from London were found dead in the sea near Brighton beach. Emergency services responded early on May 13 after concerns were raised, and the women were later identified by Sussex police.
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The bodies of three women were recovered from the sea off Brighton beach.
The incident happened near Madeira Drive on the morning of May 13.
The women have been identified as sisters: Jane Adetoro (36), Christina Walter (32), and Rebecca Walter (31).
They lived in the Uxbridge area of London.
Their father, Joseph, made a public tribute expressing his sorrow.
Emergency services were called after concerns for a person's safety were reported.
Sussex police handled the identification and investigation.
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