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North Korea has changed its constitution to require an automatic nuclear attack if its leader, Kim Jong-un, is killed or seriously harmed. South Korean intelligence officials were informed about this new rule during a recent briefing.
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North Korea revised its constitution to include a rule for nuclear retaliation.
The change says a nuclear strike will happen immediately if the leader is attacked.
This update is known as Article 3 in North Korea’s constitution.
The rule applies if the command system controlling nuclear weapons is threatened.
The change was made during North Korea’s Supreme People’s Assembly in March.
South Korea's National Intelligence Service shared this information after a briefing.
The revised rule formalizes how North Korea will react to threats against its leadership.
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The leader of Plaid Cymru, Rhun ap Iorwerth, hopes to become the Welsh first minister soon after his party won a big victory in the Welsh parliament elections. Although Plaid Cymru did not win a majority, ap Iorwerth wants to work with other parties and expects to be elected as soon as Tuesday.
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Plaid Cymru won a historic victory in the Welsh parliament (Senedd) elections.
Labour, which had dominated Wales for 100 years, was reduced to nine seats.
Rhun ap Iorwerth hopes to be made first minister around Tuesday.
Plaid Cymru did not get a majority but plans to seek support from other parties.
Ap Iorwerth has talked to all party leaders except Nigel Farage.
Ap Iorwerth criticized UK Labour leadership’s approach to Wales and suggested a leadership change may help.
He expressed interest in cooperating with nationalist parties in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Welsh Labour’s interim leader called cooperation with Reform UK to block ap Iorwerth “deeply unpleasant” and promised a mature relationship with Plaid Cymru.
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Actor David Morrissey shared that his severe social anxiety led him to become an alcoholic, a struggle he has overcome after 21 years of sobriety. He spoke about how his father’s death affected him deeply and how acting helped him find safety and purpose in life.
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David Morrissey is a British actor known for roles in The Walking Dead and playing Gordon Brown.
He struggled with social anxiety, which contributed to his alcoholism.
Morrissey began drinking as a teenager after his father died when Morrissey was 15.
He has been sober for 21 years and credits a friend from Alcoholics Anonymous for helping him stop drinking.
Even after quitting alcohol, Morrissey faced self-destructive behaviors for years.
Acting gave him a sense of safety and control he did not have in his personal life.
He left school at 16 and joined a theatre company to pursue acting.
Morrissey described himself as feeling less confident in life but better now than before.
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On August 10, 2025, a huge landslide in Alaska’s Tracy Arm fjord caused a massive tsunami with waves reaching 481 meters high. This event was linked to glacier ice melting due to climate warming, which made a steep rock slope unstable and caused it to collapse into the water.
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A rock mass of at least 63.5 million cubic meters fell into Tracy Arm fjord early on August 10, 2025.
The landslide created an initial wave 100 meters high, traveling over 70 meters per second across the fjord.
The wave surged up to 481 meters above sea level on the opposite shore, the second highest tsunami recorded on Earth.
No injuries or deaths were reported because the event happened early in the morning in a mostly unpopulated area.
The collapse happened because the South Sawyer Glacier, which supported the rock slope, had thinned and retreated due to rising temperatures.
Since 1875, summer temperatures in the area have increased by about 1.1°C, causing glaciers to shrink and snowlines to rise.
Before the collapse, small local earthquakes indicated rock movements inside the slope, increasing in frequency just before the landslide.
Scientists used satellite images and seismic data to reconstruct the event and understand the glacier’s role in causing the landslide and tsunami.
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Edward R. Murrow was a CBS News Radio broadcaster who reported on World War II. His reports helped Americans understand the war by sharing vivid and empathetic stories from events like the London Blitz and the liberation of a concentration camp.
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Edward R. Murrow broadcasted news during World War II for CBS Radio.
He reported on major events such as the London Blitz, an intense bombing campaign on London.
Murrow covered the Allies’ invasion of Europe.
He described the liberation of the Buchenwald concentration camp.
His broadcasts helped Americans feel connected to the war happening far away.
The report about Murrow was aired on May 7, 1995, by CBS News.
Charles Osgood hosted the report looking back at Murrow’s work.
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Newt Gingrich, former Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, said that the planned meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping could lead to an important positive result. He described Trump’s trip to Beijing as a very significant upcoming event.
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Newt Gingrich is a former Speaker of the House from Georgia.
Gingrich spoke on the “Cats Roundtable” radio show on WABC 770 AM.
He called the meeting between President Trump and President Xi Jinping a potential “remarkable breakthrough.”
Gingrich said Trump’s visit to Beijing is “the biggest thing in the near future.”
President Trump requested to move or modify the meeting (details of this request are not included).
The meeting involves the leaders of the United States and China, two major global powers.
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The United States has proposed a 14-point plan to Iran aimed at ending the war affecting the region and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, important for global oil supply. Iran has not yet responded, as it is carefully reviewing the detailed offer and wants any agreement to be fair and cover all issues involved.
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The US proposal asks Iran to stop its nuclear program for at least 12 years and reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 30 days.
Iran would need to give up about 440 kilograms of uranium enriched up to 60 percent to avoid making nuclear weapons.
In return, the US would lift some sanctions on Iran and release frozen Iranian assets.
President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio expected Iran’s response soon, but it has been delayed.
Iranian leaders are reviewing the proposal carefully because it is very detailed and technical.
Multiple Iranian authorities, including Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, must approve any response before it is shared with the US.
Iran wants the talks to include ending the war on all fronts, including involving Hezbollah’s role in Lebanon.
The US naval blockade and recent conflicts near the Strait of Hormuz have increased tensions between the two countries.
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Tensions have risen between the United States and Iran after US forces reportedly fired on tankers linked to Iran in the Gulf of Oman. Iran has warned it may retaliate against American targets as both countries continue diplomatic talks about sanctions, nuclear rules, and security in the region.
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The US fired on tankers connected to Iran near the Gulf of Oman.
Iran warned it could retaliate against US targets in the area.
Both countries are engaged in talks about a deal involving sanctions, limits on Iran’s nuclear program, and maritime security.
The situation threatens fragile peace efforts in the Middle East.
Recent violence has also occurred between Israel and Lebanon despite a ceasefire.
The Gulf of Oman is a key waterway for international shipping.
The conflict has caused concern about regional stability and global oil supplies.
China has expressed a desire to keep the Strait of Hormuz open and avoid conflict escalation.
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Passengers and crew from a cruise ship quarantined in the Canary Islands due to a virus outbreak have started disembarking as part of an international evacuation. Health officials say the virus is less dangerous than COVID-19, and strict health measures are being followed during the process.
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The evacuation involves Spanish passengers and crew from a cruise ship in the Canary Islands.
The ship was quarantined because of a virus outbreak.
Officials are enforcing strict health protocols to protect people during disembarkation.
Experts say the virus poses less risk than COVID-19.
The situation has caused public concern, but authorities have reassured safety.
Contact tracing efforts are underway for those who disembark.
The event is taking place primarily in Tenerife, one of the Canary Islands.
The virus involved is identified as hantavirus.
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A strong heatwave is affecting millions of people in Arizona and California, with temperatures much higher than usual for this time of year. The heatwave brings serious health risks like heat exhaustion and worsens air quality due to high ozone pollution.
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The heatwave is causing temperatures up to 114°F in desert areas including Phoenix, Imperial Valley, and Coachella Valley.
Typical May temperatures in Phoenix are around 90°F-99°F, so current temperatures are unusually high.
The heatwave is occurring early in the season when people are less used to hot weather.
The National Weather Service has issued extreme heat warnings and heat advisories for many parts of Arizona and California.
High heat increases risks of heat-related illnesses and can be worse in cities due to the "urban heat island" effect, where buildings retain heat.
Air quality alerts are in place, with dangerous ozone pollution levels adding to health risks.
Residents are advised to stay hydrated, avoid outdoor activities during peak heat, use air conditioning, and check on vulnerable people and pets.
Children and pets should never be left in vehicles during hot weather.
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The Labour party in the UK finds it difficult to remove its leader, Keir Starmer, due to strict rules. Despite recent poor election results, MPs have not agreed on how to replace him, with some members considering a leadership challenge.
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Labour's rules require 20% of MPs (81 members) to support a challenger to start a leadership contest.
No Labour leader has been formally removed since World War II; some have resigned under pressure.
MP Catherine West has threatened to challenge Starmer if no cabinet minister does.
Starmer has said he will run again if challenged.
Labour leaders like Andy Burnham, Wes Streeting, and Angela Rayner claim they might have support to force a vote.
Removing a Labour leader is harder than removing a Conservative leader, who can be challenged anonymously.
Public pressure, such as mass resignations of ministers, can force a leader to step down.
Private persuasion by senior MPs might convince Starmer to resign quietly.
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Five passengers wearing protective gear were the first to leave the MV Hondius cruise ship, which had a hantavirus outbreak. They were escorted to shore and planned to fly back to their home countries.
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The cruise ship MV Hondius experienced a hantavirus outbreak.
Five passengers dressed in protective clothing and masks left the ship first.
These passengers were escorted safely to shore.
They were expected to catch flights returning them to their home countries.
Health officials are tracking passengers on the ship to manage the outbreak.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said quarantine was not required for 17 Americans on board.
Some passengers will be flown to a Nebraska quarantine facility for monitoring.
Hantavirus is a virus that can cause serious lung disease in humans.
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Iran’s military has warned that if it is attacked again, it will respond with new and unexpected ways of fighting. The military spokesman also said that countries that impose sanctions on Iran could have trouble passing through the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway.
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Iran’s army spokesman is Mohammad Akraminia.
He said Iran will use new methods of warfare if attacked again.
The term “enemy” refers to those who might attack Iran.
Iran warned of “surprising” ways and new areas for retaliation.
Iran threatened countries that sanction it might face problems in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is an important route for international shipping, especially oil.
This statement follows ongoing tensions between Iran and other countries.
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A cruise ship with a hantavirus outbreak has arrived near Tenerife in Spain’s Canary Islands. Authorities are testing passengers and crew and planning flights to send them home safely while keeping them in quarantine.
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The cruise ship MV Hondius was stranded for days due to a hantavirus outbreak.
Three people have died and several others were infected.
The ship anchored off Tenerife, Spain, where health officials began testing everyone on board.
Spain’s Health Minister said the evacuation operation is going normally.
The World Health Organization and several countries, including the U.S., Germany, and France, are involved in the evacuation.
Passengers will be sent to quarantine after flying back to their home countries.
Repatriation flights are planned for Sunday and Monday.
The cruise operator is Oceanwide Expeditions.
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Rhun ap Iorwerth of Plaid Cymru hopes to become First Minister of Wales on Tuesday after his party won the most seats in the recent Senedd election. He needs a vote from the Welsh Parliament members, and Labour's interim leader Ken Skates has suggested his party will likely not oppose him.
Key Facts
Plaid Cymru won the largest group in the Welsh Senedd with 43 seats.
Rhun ap Iorwerth wants to lead a single-party government without partners.
Labour has 9 seats, Reform has 34, Conservatives 7, Greens 2, and Liberal Democrats 1 in the 96-member Senedd.
Labour’s previous leader, Eluned Morgan, lost her seat and resigned.
Labour is considering how to vote on ap Iorwerth’s nomination and may abstain.
Ap Iorwerth has tried to talk with leaders of other parties, but Reform leader Dan Thomas has not engaged with him.
Ken Skates called Labour’s election results “catastrophic” and plans a thorough review.
Ap Iorwerth aims to cooperate with Scottish and Northern Irish leaders for better deals from the UK government.
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Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi has revealed in a memoir, written secretly from Iranian prisons, that she endured beatings, medical neglect, and long periods of solitary confinement. Her health has seriously worsened due to these conditions, yet she remains imprisoned despite urgent calls for proper medical care.
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Narges Mohammadi wrote her memoirs while imprisoned in Iran over the last decade.
She describes torture-like conditions, including beatings, interrogations, and long solitary confinement.
Mohammadi’s medical care in prison was often denied, despite serious health problems like seizures and a heart attack.
Her health deteriorated significantly, with a weight loss of more than 20 kg and life-threatening illnesses.
The memoir was smuggled out secretly, rewritten multiple times after guards destroyed earlier drafts.
Mohammadi has been arrested 14 times for activism supporting women’s rights, prisoner welfare, and opposing the death penalty.
She has received a total of 44 years in prison sentences and 154 lashes for her activism.
She won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2023 while still in prison and was briefly released in 2024 before rearrest in 2025.
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Jonathan Vigliotti’s book "Torched" describes the 2025 wildfire that severely damaged the Pacific Palisades area in Los Angeles. The fire spread quickly due to delayed emergency response and difficult geography, causing residents to evacuate on their own and complicating firefighting efforts.
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"Torched" is a book by CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti, set to be published May 12.
It covers a major wildfire in Southern California that damaged thousands of homes and businesses.
The Pacific Palisades is a coastal community near Los Angeles, known for its rugged cliffs and history.
The fire began on January 7, 2025, from a smoldering ember in a dry area damaged by fireworks.
Fire crews arrived too late to stop the flames, which spread into residential neighborhoods.
Some streets were considered impossible to defend by firefighters if the fire reached them.
Residents evacuated themselves due to lack of official guidance, causing heavy traffic and blocking fire trucks.
The book also discusses the challenges of rebuilding Los Angeles after such disasters.
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Ukraine is facing challenges in its relationship with the United States under President Donald Trump, especially regarding direct military support. As the war with Russia continues and peace talks remain difficult, Ukraine is looking to Europe and other international partners for assistance.
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Ukraine initially hoped President Trump would change U.S. support for the better, but relations have worsened over the past year.
The U.S. and Ukraine mainly cooperate through intelligence sharing, not direct military aid, under President Trump’s administration.
President Trump has expressed frustration with Ukraine’s role in peace negotiations and doubts Russia’s sincerity in talks.
Ukrainian President Zelensky visited Middle Eastern countries recently to strengthen long-term security and defense ties.
The U.S. has allocated about $183 billion for Ukraine and related defense efforts from 2022 to 2024.
European countries and the European Union are seen as important backup supporters for Ukraine’s financial and security needs.
Some experts believe the Ukraine-U.S. relationship is strained but not beyond repair.
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Israel launched air strikes in southern Lebanon on Saturday, killing at least nine people despite a three-week-old ceasefire with Hezbollah. The attacks also targeted an area near Beirut, outside Hezbollah's usual territories, amid ongoing daily clashes between the two sides.
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Israel carried out air strikes across southern Lebanon.
At least nine people were reported killed by these strikes.
The attacks included a highway near Beirut, not traditionally controlled by Hezbollah.
The strikes occurred during a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah that started three weeks ago.
Despite the ceasefire, daily exchanges of fire continue mainly in southern Lebanon.
Hezbollah is an Iran-backed group involved in the conflict with Israel.
The ceasefire has not stopped the fighting in the region.
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The war in Iran has caused fuel shortages and higher prices in Bangladesh, affecting people’s daily lives and businesses. Many, like ride-share driver Tariqul Islam, are struggling to earn enough money due to long waits for fuel and rising costs, which is also slowing the country’s economic growth.
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Bangladesh depends heavily on imported fuel, much of which passes through the Strait of Hormuz, a key route affected by the war in Iran.
Fuel shortages in Bangladesh have caused long lines at petrol stations and reduced income for workers like Tariqul Islam, who uses his motorbike for ride-sharing.
The energy crisis has disrupted daily life, slowed factory production, and raised operating costs for many businesses.
The Asian Development Bank lowered its growth forecast for developing Asia and the Pacific to 4.7% for 2026 and expects inflation to rise to 5.2% because of higher oil prices.
The Bangladesh government recently increased fuel supplies, which helped reduce waiting times, but concerns remain about ongoing fuel shortages.
Rising energy prices are expected to increase Bangladesh’s government spending on liquefied natural gas (LNG) by about $1.07 billion.
Many people fear that if the war continues, they may have to leave cities to find other sources of income.
Similar energy issues are affecting countries across Asia that rely on imported oil and gas.
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