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Hiss Golden Messenger, led by singer-songwriter MC Taylor from North Carolina, performed the song "In the Middle of It" on CBS News Saturday Sessions. The group is known for mixing different music styles and thoughtful lyrics.
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Hiss Golden Messenger is a music project led by MC Taylor.
MC Taylor is a singer and songwriter from North Carolina.
The group has been nominated for a Grammy Award.
Their music combines several genres.
Their lyrics are known to be honest and reflective.
They performed the song "In the Middle of It" on CBS News Saturday Sessions.
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Iran is emphasizing the importance of controlling the Strait of Hormuz as it reviews a deal proposal from the United States. Iranian officials describe the strait as a powerful strategic tool, comparing its control to having an atomic bomb because it can affect the global economy.
Key Facts
Iran is currently reviewing a proposal from the U.S. for an agreement, exchanging messages through intermediaries.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry says it will take its own time to respond, not adhering to U.S. deadlines.
Iranian leaders highlight the strategic value of the Strait of Hormuz, calling its control as powerful as an atomic bomb.
They see maintaining control over the strait as essential to counter U.S. sanctions on Iranian oil sales.
Iran’s leadership states they will not give up control of the strait and may try to change international rules about it.
State media compares the strait’s importance to a historic battle site, warning against losing control.
A past Iranian leader said Iran would only consider closing the strait if it had a serious reason, as it would also harm Iran.
Tehran says it will ensure the strait’s security and benefit all nearby countries.
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Over 100 people got sick with norovirus on a cruise ship that sailed from Florida last week. The ship is expected to return soon, and health officials are monitoring the situation.
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More than 100 passengers became ill on a Florida-bound cruise ship.
The illness was caused by norovirus, a contagious stomach virus.
The cruise ship left Florida last week.
The ship is scheduled to return soon.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is tracking the outbreak.
Norovirus often causes vomiting and diarrhea.
It spreads easily in places like cruise ships where people are close together.
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The Welsh Labour party lost a large number of seats in the recent Senedd (Welsh parliament) elections, dropping from a long history of dominance to third place with just nine seats. Plaid Cymru, a pro-independence party, is now set to form a minority government in Wales.
Key Facts
Welsh Labour had dominated elections in Wales for over 100 years but suffered a major defeat in the latest election.
Labor dropped to third place with nine seats in a 96-seat Senedd, its lowest ever.
Plaid Cymru won about half of the seats in Cardiff and overall looks to lead a minority government.
First Minister Eluned Morgan lost her seat and resigned immediately.
Ken Skates was appointed interim leader of Welsh Labour after Morgan’s resignation.
Welsh Labour faced criticism for its management of public services, including health and education.
The party’s popularity declined partly due to perceptions of ineffective governance and issues like poverty.
Labour leader Keir Starmer’s unpopularity in Wales also negatively impacted the party’s performance.
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Leo Schilperoord, a Dutch birdwatcher, is the first known person to fall ill in a hantavirus outbreak linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius during a trip in April. The rare Andes strain of hantavirus, which can spread between people, has caused several infections and deaths among passengers, prompting international health investigations.
Key Facts
Leo Schilperoord, aged 70, fell ill and died aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship in April.
The outbreak involves the Andes strain of hantavirus, which can spread from person to person, unlike most hantaviruses.
Schilperoord and his wife traveled across South America and may have been exposed at a contaminated landfill near Ushuaia in Patagonia.
Symptoms appeared less than a week into the cruise and included fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
The wife became ill after disembarking and died days later in South Africa.
The cruise had over 100 passengers, some of whom later showed symptoms or died, spreading infections internationally.
Countries including the U.S., U.K., and others in Europe are conducting contact tracing and monitoring exposed travelers.
This outbreak highlights how quickly infections can spread across countries, especially with travel by air after cruise passengers left the ship.
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John Swinney, leader of the Scottish National Party (SNP), ruled out talks with Reform UK as his party seeks to form the next Scottish government after winning the recent election. Although the SNP won the most seats, it fell short of a majority and will work with other parties except Reform UK to try to hold an independence referendum.
Key Facts
The SNP won a fifth consecutive Scottish Parliament election but is seven seats short of a majority.
Labour and Reform UK both won 17 seats, Greens got 15, Conservatives 12, and Liberal Democrats 10.
John Swinney will hold talks with other parties except Reform UK, whose Scottish leader Malcolm Offord was excluded.
Swinney cited previous budget talks with Greens, Lib Dems, and cooperation with Labour and Conservatives on some issues.
The SNP and Greens together have more pro-independence seats than ever before, but still need approval from the UK government for a referendum.
Swinney aims to hold an independence referendum by 2028 despite UK government resistance.
Reform UK’s Malcolm Offord called independence “a dead duck” and criticized the SNP as out-of-touch.
Scottish Conservative leader Russell Findlay accused Swinney of falsely claiming support for another independence vote.
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A Frontier Airlines plane hit and killed a person who had entered the Denver Airport runway illegally during takeoff. The collision caused an engine fire, forced passengers to evacuate, and led to minor injuries for some passengers.
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A pedestrian jumped a perimeter fence and entered the Denver International Airport runway.
The pedestrian was struck by a Frontier Airlines Airbus A321 during takeoff around 11:19 p.m.
The pedestrian died at the scene and is not believed to be an airport employee.
The plane had 224 passengers and 7 crew members onboard at the time.
The plane’s pilots reported an engine fire and smoke inside, causing an aborted takeoff and evacuation via emergency slides.
Twelve passengers suffered minor injuries; five were taken to local hospitals.
Runway 17L has been closed for investigation but is expected to reopen soon.
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident.
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John Swinney, soon to be Scotland’s first minister, plans to work with nationalist leaders in Wales and Northern Ireland to oppose UK government policies on cost of living and spending. The three leaders aim to challenge the UK government’s use of the Internal Markets Act and coordinate on issues like Scottish independence and rejoining the EU.
Key Facts
John Swinney will become Scotland’s first minister next week.
He spoke with Michelle O’Neill, Northern Ireland’s Sinn Féin first minister, after the Scottish election.
Swinney expects Rhun ap Iorwerth, leader of Plaid Cymru, to become the first minister of Wales.
The three nationalist leaders want to work together to oppose UK government policies affecting their devolved governments.
Reform UK came joint second with Scottish Labour in the Holyrood election, surprising other leaders.
Swinney will propose a bill for a second Scottish independence referendum, but it lacks legal power under current UK law.
All three parties support rejoining the EU to help the UK’s economy.
UK government sources say they are not worried about the nationalist parties collaborating.
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Ukraine and Russia have agreed on a temporary ceasefire, leading people in Ukraine to reflect on the hardships of war. While some Ukrainians hope this pause in fighting could lead to real peace talks, many remain uncertain about the future.
Key Facts
A temporary ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia recently started.
Ukrainians are remembering the end of World War II during this ceasefire.
In Zaporizhzhia, people gathered at a World War II memorial to honor past and present suffering.
People in Kharkiv and Kyiv showed mixed feelings of hope and doubt about the ceasefire.
The ceasefire is fragile, and no clear peace agreement has been made yet.
The article was reported by France 24 on May 9, 2026.
The situation remains tense despite the brief pause in fighting.
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The European Union flag was raised next to Hungary’s national flag outside the parliament, marking a possible change in Hungary’s relationship with the EU. This comes after years of tensions under Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who often challenged EU policies on issues like veto use, Ukraine, and rule-of-law matters.
Key Facts
The EU flag now flies alongside Hungary's national flag outside the Hungarian parliament.
This act may signal a shift in Hungary’s political stance toward the EU.
Viktor Orban, Hungary’s prime minister, has been known for opposing Brussels (the EU leadership) on various issues.
Key disagreements involved Hungary’s use of veto power within the EU.
Disputes also arose over Ukraine policy and concerns about Hungary’s commitment to EU rules.
The change suggests a potential move away from past conflicts toward cooperation.
Hungary is expected to have a new prime minister, Magyar, who may continue this shift.
The news comes amid wider European and global political developments.
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European countries including Germany, France, Belgium, Ireland, and the Netherlands are sending planes to evacuate their citizens from the cruise ship MV Hondius, which has a hantavirus outbreak. The European Union, the US, and the UK are also arranging transport for other passengers as the ship prepares to dock near Tenerife in the Canary Islands.
Key Facts
The MV Hondius cruise ship has a hantavirus outbreak, with eight people sick and three deaths reported.
Countries involved in evacuation efforts are Germany, France, Belgium, Ireland, the Netherlands, the European Union, the US, and the UK.
The ship is expected to arrive near Tenerife between 3:00 and 5:00 GMT.
Evacuation must happen between Sunday midday and Monday afternoon before bad weather arrives.
Hantavirus usually spreads from rodents but can rarely spread between people.
All passengers and 17 crew members will be evacuated; 30 crew members will stay on board and travel to the Netherlands.
Spanish citizens will leave the ship first, and luggage plus a deceased passenger’s body will remain onboard.
The ship will be fully disinfected after arrival, and passengers cannot leave the ship until their planes are ready.
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Hantavirus is a rare but serious virus that can cause severe illness in humans. Dr. Céline Gounder explained the risks and facts about hantavirus during a recent outbreak on a cruise ship.
Key Facts
Hantavirus can cause serious lung disease called hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS).
People usually get hantavirus by breathing in dust contaminated with rodent urine or droppings.
The virus is not spread from person to person.
The recent outbreak happened on a cruise ship.
Symptoms include fever, muscle aches, and difficulty breathing.
Early medical treatment improves chances of recovery.
Hygiene and avoiding rodents reduce the risk of infection.
Hantavirus infections are rare but can be severe.
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Niger’s military government has suspended nine French media organizations, accusing them of harming public order and national stability. The move is part of a broader crackdown on press freedom after the military took power in July 2023, and it has drawn criticism from media watchdogs like Reporters Without Borders.
Key Facts
Niger suspended nine French media outlets, including France 24, RFI, AFP, and Mediapart.
The suspension covers TV, satellite, cable, digital platforms, websites, and mobile apps.
The military government took control of Niger in July 2023 by ousting President Mohamed Bazoum.
Niger’s government has also suspended the BBC and targeted local and foreign journalists.
The government severed ties with France and asked French troops to leave in late 2023.
Niger, along with Mali and Burkina Faso, opposes French influence and seeks new defense partners like Russia.
Local laws now criminalize sharing digital content that might disturb public order.
Niger ranked 120th out of 180 countries in the 2025 World Press Freedom Index, falling 37 places.
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A new record for the highest win in a single game on the TV show "The Price is Right" was set during the Mother's Day episode. This special edition of the show aired on Friday.
Key Facts
The record-breaking event happened on "The Price is Right."
It took place on the Mother's Day episode.
The episode aired on Friday.
The win was the biggest ever in a single game on this show.
"The Price is Right" is a popular TV game show where contestants guess prices to win prizes.
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The CDC is tracking a norovirus outbreak on the Caribbean Princess cruise ship, which started after it left Fort Lauderdale on April 28. Over 100 passengers and 13 crew members have reported sickness, with symptoms like diarrhea and vomiting. Princess Cruises is cleaning the ship more and isolating sick people to control the outbreak.
Key Facts
The Caribbean Princess began a 13-day Caribbean trip from Port Everglades on April 28.
The ship will end its cruise at Port Canaveral, Orlando, on May 11.
102 passengers and 13 crew members fell ill with norovirus symptoms.
Symptoms included diarrhea and vomiting.
Princess Cruises increased cleaning, isolated sick passengers and crew, and worked with the CDC’s Vessel Sanitation Program.
The CDC is doing an environmental check and outbreak investigation on the ship.
Another Princess Cruises ship, the Star Princess, had a norovirus outbreak in March affecting more than 150 people.
Norovirus outbreaks are common on cruise ships and similar cases were reported earlier this year on other cruise lines.
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Violins of Hope is a traveling exhibit that shows violins used during the Holocaust. Israeli-American violinist Itzhak Perlman talked about playing a violin from Auschwitz and why the project is important to him.
Key Facts
Violins of Hope displays violins from the time of the Holocaust.
The instruments were collected after World War II.
The project tours to different locations to share these instruments with the public.
Itzhak Perlman, a famous violinist, supports the project.
Perlman has played on a violin that was used at the Auschwitz concentration camp.
The exhibit helps people remember history through music.
CBS News featured an interview with Perlman about Violins of Hope.
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A cruise ship with a hantavirus outbreak is scheduled to dock on the Canary Islands, Spain. Health officials reported nine cases related to the ship, including three deaths. Passengers and crew will be evacuated for treatment and safety.
Key Facts
The cruise ship has a hantavirus outbreak onboard.
There are nine confirmed or suspected cases of hantavirus linked to the ship.
Three people have died due to the virus.
The ship will dock on the Canary Islands, which are part of Spain.
Authorities plan to evacuate passengers and crew from the ship.
The evacuation aims to provide medical help and prevent further spread.
Hantavirus is a serious illness that can spread from rodents to humans.
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The Pentagon started releasing a large number of files about unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and unusual phenomena on Friday. This release followed an order from President Donald Trump to make the information public.
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The Pentagon is the U.S. Department of Defense.
The files are about UFOs and unidentified anomalous phenomena, which means strange things in the sky that cannot be easily explained.
The release began on a Friday, showing dozens of these files.
President Donald Trump ordered the Pentagon to share these files.
The information was shared through CBS News and its app.
The goal is to provide public access to government information about these phenomena.
This is part of ongoing efforts to investigate and understand these sightings.
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Before the May summit between President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping, the United States is trying to stop the crisis involving Iran. The situation is making it harder for the U.S. to negotiate, while China is gaining more influence and Saudi Arabia is building security ties with other countries.
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President Trump and Xi Jinping will meet in mid-May.
The United States wants to calm down the crisis with Iran before the meeting.
The Iran crisis is making the U.S. weaker in talks with China.
China’s influence is growing because of the situation.
Saudi Arabia is creating new security partnerships beyond the U.S.
The timing of the summit is influenced by these international tensions.
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Russia and Ukraine have started a three-day ceasefire to pause fighting. At the same time, the United States is waiting for Iran’s answer to a peace plan.
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President Donald Trump announced a three-day pause in fighting between Russia and Ukraine.
The ceasefire is meant to temporarily stop the conflict between the two countries.
The United States has offered a peace proposal to Iran.
The U.S. is currently waiting for Iran to respond to this proposal.
Tensions are increasing between the U.S. and Iran while the ceasefire is in effect.
The ceasefire and diplomatic efforts happen amid ongoing international conflicts.
This development was reported by CBS News.
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