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President Donald Trump announced a three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. The pause in fighting is set to mark Victory Day, a significant holiday.
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President Trump made the ceasefire announcement.
The ceasefire will last for three days.
It involves Russia and Ukraine, two countries currently in conflict.
The ceasefire is planned to coincide with Victory Day, a holiday.
Victory Day is an important occasion often commemorated in both countries.
The announcement was reported by CBS News.
The ceasefire aims to temporarily stop fighting between the two nations.
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President Donald Trump announced a three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, including a swap of 1,000 prisoners, to mark Russia's Victory Day. The ceasefire is set for Saturday through Monday, but Russia and Ukraine have not yet confirmed the details.
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President Trump said he requested the temporary ceasefire.
The ceasefire includes swapping 1,000 prisoners between Russia and Ukraine.
It is planned to last three days, from Saturday through Monday.
The ceasefire is meant to observe Russia’s Victory Day celebrations.
Russia and Ukraine had previously announced separate ceasefires on different days.
Both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy agreed to the ceasefire, according to Trump.
The war between Russia and Ukraine has lasted over four years.
U.S. officials recently met with Ukrainian representatives, and Trump spoke with Putin last week.
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President Donald Trump announced on social media a three-day ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war from May 9 to May 11. The ceasefire will pause all fighting and include a swap of 1,000 prisoners from each side. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the announcement, but Russia has not yet responded.
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The ceasefire is set to last three days, from May 9 to May 11.
Fighting, called “kinetic activity,” will stop during this period.
Each country will exchange 1,000 prisoners.
President Trump shared the announcement on his platform, Truth Social.
President Trump expressed hope that this ceasefire marks progress toward ending the war.
Both Russia and Ukraine have accused each other of breaking previous ceasefires.
Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy confirmed the ceasefire and prisoner swap announced by President Trump.
Russia has not made any official comment on this ceasefire plan.
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Four people in the United States were found guilty of planning to kill or kidnap Haitian President Jovenel Moise, who was assassinated in 2021. The case revealed that Florida was a key location for planning the attack, and the convictions add to the ongoing political and security problems in Haiti.
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Four men were convicted in the US for plotting to kill or kidnap Haitian President Jovenel Moise.
The men are Arcangel Pretel Ortiz, Antonio Intriago, Walter Veintemilla, and James Solages.
They were also found guilty of providing support for the plot, which breaks US law.
The assassination created a political crisis in Haiti and worsened security and humanitarian issues.
Prosecutors said the planning and funding mostly happened in southern Florida.
The defense claimed the men were set up and said they planned to serve Moise an arrest warrant, not kill him.
A fifth suspect, Christian Emmanuel Sanon, is waiting for trial due to health problems.
Haiti has not held national elections since the assassination but has a temporary government backed by the US planning elections later in 2025.
The UN highlights the need for a stable government amid ongoing violence and gang control in Haiti.
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A possible peace plan to end the war in Iran has been proposed, involving a short document with key points for ceasefire and future talks on important issues like Iran’s nuclear program and sanctions. Meanwhile, Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces political challenges, a virus outbreak occurred on a cruise ship, Romania’s government collapsed, and the US announced troop withdrawals from German bases.
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The Iran war has lasted ten weeks with recent ceasefires and ongoing tensions around the Strait of Hormuz.
A one-page peace plan was created by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner and is being reviewed by Iran through Pakistani mediators.
The peace plan includes a 30-day period for talks about Iran’s nuclear program, the Strait of Hormuz, and sanctions relief.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is dealing with political controversies and falling approval ratings ahead of local elections.
A virus outbreak of Hantavirus on the cruise ship MV Hondius caused deaths and led to docking disputes in Cape Verde and Spain.
Romania’s government has recently collapsed.
The US announced plans to withdraw troops from military bases in Germany.
There were also reports of intermittent clashes in the Strait of Hormuz between Iranian and US forces.
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The UK Labour Party lost many local council seats in recent elections across England, Wales, and Scotland. The Reform UK party gained ground, raising questions about Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer’s future and the party’s direction.
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Labour lost hundreds of council seats in England during local elections.
In Wales, Labour fell behind Plaid Cymru, a Welsh nationalist party.
Reform UK made significant gains in England, Wales, and Scotland.
The Scottish National Party remains the dominant party in Scotland.
Labour’s poor results have increased pressure on Sir Keir Starmer’s leadership.
Discussions are emerging within Labour about possibly replacing Starmer.
The election results reflect ongoing political challenges for Labour across the UK.
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President Donald Trump announced a three-day ceasefire in the war between Russia and Ukraine, set for May 9 to 11. Both Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the Kremlin confirmed the truce, which includes a suspension of fighting and a prisoner exchange between the two countries.
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President Trump announced a ceasefire from May 9 to May 11 on Truth Social.
Ukraine and Russia both confirmed the three-day truce, arranged with U.S. help.
The ceasefire includes stopping all fighting and exchanging 1,000 prisoners each.
Russia had previously declared a two-day ceasefire for its May 9 Victory Day.
Ukraine wants to keep control of its eastern Donetsk region, which Russia partly occupies.
Peace talks have been difficult, with Russia demanding Ukraine withdraw troops from some areas.
Ukraine’s negotiator met with U.S. officials in Miami to discuss stalled peace talks.
Ending the war is a key promise in President Trump’s 2024 campaign.
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The Pentagon has released new images and files about UFOs, also called Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAPs), following a request from President Donald Trump. An expert from Stanford University provided more information about these files on CBS News.
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The Pentagon shared additional information about UFOs and UAPs.
This release happened after an order from President Donald Trump.
The images and files provide new details about these aerial phenomena.
Garry Nolan, a professor at Stanford University School of Medicine, discussed the files on CBS News.
UFOs and UAPs refer to flying objects or events that are not immediately identified.
The information aims to improve public understanding of these sightings.
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President Donald Trump announced a three-day pause in fighting between Russia and Ukraine, starting May 9, 2026. During this time, both countries will exchange 1,000 prisoners each as part of the ceasefire agreement.
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The ceasefire lasts from May 9 to May 11, 2026.
Both Russia and Ukraine will stop all military action during the pause.
Each side will swap 1,000 prisoners during the ceasefire.
Both countries have previously accused each other of breaking ceasefires they declared separately.
President Trump announced the ceasefire on his social media platform, Truth Social.
He expressed hope that this ceasefire could be the beginning of ending the long war.
Talks continue to try to resolve the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
The announcement came ahead of Russia’s World War II commemoration parade.
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The article shows a look inside Castel Gandolfo, the summer home traditionally used by popes. It marks one year since Pope Leo became the leader of the Catholic Church.
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Castel Gandolfo is the traditional summer residence for popes.
Pope Leo has been the pontiff (leader of the Catholic Church) for one year.
The article is based on a report from CBS News correspondent Norah O'Donnell.
The report includes an inside look at the home at Castel Gandolfo.
The residence is located outside of Rome, Italy.
Pope Leo uses the summer home as a retreat during warmer months.
The report is available through CBS News and its app.
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Southeast Asian leaders at an ASEAN summit agreed on plans to reduce economic harm caused by the ongoing war in Iran, including a new fuel-sharing system. These measures aim to address energy supply problems but will take time to put into action and still need more details worked out.
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ASEAN leaders met in the Philippines to discuss the impact of the Iran war on their economies.
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has caused a global energy crisis affecting Southeast Asia.
Leaders agreed to create a regional fuel-sharing system to help ease economic strain.
Details such as how the fuel sharing would work and who would get priority are not yet decided.
ASEAN plans to build a regional power grid and fuel stockpile to reduce dependence on Middle East energy imports.
Southeast Asia currently imports over half of its crude oil and 17% of its natural gas from the Middle East.
The Philippines declared a national energy emergency due to shrinking fuel reserves.
ASEAN countries want to work together while protecting their own interests and also manage trade relations amid ongoing global challenges.
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The Pentagon has started releasing unclassified files and videos related to unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs). The first batch includes more than 24 videos showing possible UFO sightings.
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The Pentagon released its first set of unclassified UFO/UAP files on Friday.
This release includes over two dozen videos showing possible UFOs.
The files are meant to provide more information about UFO sightings.
These videos were previously not public and are now available for people to watch.
The release aims to increase transparency about unidentified aerial events.
The Pentagon continues to investigate and monitor UFO and UAP reports.
CBS News is providing coverage and access to these videos.
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Health experts are monitoring a deadly hantavirus outbreak that happened on a cruise ship. Doctors say people should stay calm while more information becomes available.
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A hantavirus outbreak occurred on a cruise ship.
The virus involved is deadly.
Experts are watching the situation closely.
Doctors advise people not to panic.
Dr. William Schaffner from Vanderbilt University Medical Center provided information.
More details about the outbreak are still being learned.
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Greece is investigating an unmanned naval drone found near the island of Lefkada in the Ionian Sea. The drone, believed to possibly carry explosives and linked to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, was towed to a Greek port for examination.
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Local fishermen found the naval drone inside a cave near Lefkada and reported it to the coast guard.
The Greek coast guard took the drone to the port of Vasiliki for military investigation.
Reports say the drone's engine was still running and it may have carried explosives.
The drone might be Ukrainian-made or connected to the Russia-Ukraine war, but this is not confirmed.
The Greek military is trying to determine the drone’s purpose and how it got into Greek waters.
Some reports link the drone to Ukraine's MAGURA V5, a type used against Russian ships and tankers.
Ukrainian naval drones have been used to attack Russian vessels as part of the ongoing conflict.
Greece and Ukraine’s militaries have not officially confirmed the drone’s origin or purpose.
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Tess Daly, former host of Strictly Come Dancing, and BBC Radio 2 presenter Vernon Kay have announced they are separating after 22 years of marriage. They said the decision was mutual and they will stay friends and focused on parenting their children.
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Tess Daly and Vernon Kay married in September 2003.
They announced their separation together on Instagram.
The decision was described as careful and mutual.
They emphasized respect and care for each other.
They plan to remain great friends.
Parenting their children is their top priority.
No other people are involved in the split.
They asked for privacy and will not comment more publicly.
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Nigel Farage praised Reform UK’s strong results in recent English local elections, where the party gained control of several councils including Essex, Havering, and Sunderland. These wins mark a significant change in British politics as Reform UK made advances mainly at the expense of Labour and the Conservative parties.
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Reform UK took control of Essex county council, Havering borough in London, and Sunderland city council.
Essex had been under Conservative control since 2001 before Reform UK’s recent wins.
Reform UK won 53 councillor seats in Essex and 41 seats in Suffolk county council.
The party also gained 43 seats in Sunderland, a city that had been Labour-controlled since 1973.
Some targets, like Harlow district council and Bexley council in London, remained under Conservative control.
Reform UK hopes to attract “patriotic old Labour” MPs and aims for further gains in the next general election.
Election experts noted Reform UK’s vote share may have peaked, as their current performance is slightly lower than last year.
Reform UK’s support appears strongest in areas with higher economic challenges.
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Plaid Cymru is set to become the largest party in the Welsh Senedd elections, ending nearly 100 years of Labour dominance in Wales. This shift could lead to a Welsh independence referendum and marks a major change in Welsh politics.
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Plaid Cymru gained enough seats to likely lead Wales, replacing Welsh Labour as the biggest party.
Welsh Labour has held the most votes in every Welsh election for over 100 years.
Plaid Cymru’s leader is Rhun ap Iorwerth, who won his seat in Ynys Môn (Anglesey).
Plaid Cymru won 39 seats; Reform UK 32; Labour 9; Conservatives 7; Greens 2; Liberal Democrats 1, with 6 seats undecided.
Labour’s first minister, Eluned Morgan, lost her seat and announced plans to step down as party leader after what she called a "catastrophic" result.
No party is expected to win an outright majority in the 90-seat Senedd, but Plaid Cymru could form a minority government.
A Plaid Cymru win raises the possibility of a future Welsh independence vote.
This election marks a major political change with Labour losing much of its historic power in Wales.
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Israeli air strikes in southern Lebanon have killed at least 20 people, including a civil defence rescuer, despite a ceasefire agreement. Fighting continues between Israel and Hezbollah near the border, with both sides reporting attacks and casualties. Talks between Israel and Lebanon are planned in Washington to try to strengthen the ceasefire.
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Israeli air raids killed at least 20 people in southern Lebanon, including civilians and a civil defence member.
The Lebanese health ministry reported 2,759 deaths and 8,512 injuries since fighting began in March.
Israeli strikes targeted areas including Toura, Blat, Nabatieh, Bint Jbeil, Sidon, and Hasbaya districts.
Hezbollah launched attacks on Israeli military targets in northern Israel and southern Lebanon.
Israel has issued forced evacuation orders for some villages in southern Lebanon.
Despite a ceasefire since April 17, fighting and drone attacks have continued on both sides.
Lebanon and Israel plan to hold the second stage of US-brokered negotiations in Washington on May 14-15.
Lebanese officials hope talks will halt attacks, release prisoners, and restore Lebanon’s territory.
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A cruise ship experienced an outbreak of hantavirus, a serious virus that can cause severe illness. Health officials around the world are watching the affected passengers closely to prevent further spread.
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A cruise ship has reported cases of hantavirus among its passengers.
Hantavirus is a dangerous virus that can cause lung disease and other health problems.
Global health officials are monitoring the situation carefully.
Passengers on the ship are under observation for symptoms.
Efforts are ongoing to prevent the virus from spreading beyond the cruise ship.
The outbreak has drawn attention from multiple countries.
Health authorities are likely coordinating to manage the situation.
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Noa Tishby, Israel’s former special envoy to fight antisemitism, spoke on CBS News about the rise in crimes targeting Jewish people. She discussed the causes of antisemitism, which is prejudice or hatred against Jews, as new data shows an increase in these incidents.
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Noa Tishby is Israel’s former special envoy focused on fighting antisemitism.
Antisemitism means bias, discrimination, or hostility toward Jewish people.
Recent data shows more crimes against Jewish individuals have happened.
Tishby appeared on CBS News to explain the roots of antisemitism.
The discussion aims to raise awareness about attacks on Jewish communities.
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