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China’s top diplomat said China supports Iran’s right to use nuclear energy for peaceful purposes and praised Iran’s efforts not to develop nuclear weapons. This came during a meeting in Beijing with an Iranian official amid ongoing tensions and attacks involving the U.S. and Israel. China called for a ceasefire and peaceful dialogue, emphasizing the importance of stability in the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for oil shipments.
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China supports Iran’s right to peaceful nuclear energy use and acknowledges Iran’s vow not to develop nuclear weapons.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met Iranian official Araghchi in Beijing for face-to-face talks.
The U.S. and Israel launched attacks on Iran in February 2025, damaging Iran’s nuclear sites.
Iran and the U.S. have not reached a lasting nuclear deal; the U.S. demands Iran completely stop uranium enrichment.
Iran denies pursuing nuclear weapons and refused to end uranium enrichment during recent talks.
The International Atomic Energy Agency reported Iran enriched uranium to 60%, close to weapons-grade levels.
China urged a ceasefire and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, which is vital for global oil imports.
Commercial ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz dropped sharply due to conflict and fears of attacks.
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Actor Nathan Lane, who stars in the play "Death of a Salesman," was nominated for his seventh Tony Award. He shared on CBS Mornings that acting in this play was a lifelong dream and talked about his personal connection to his character.
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Nathan Lane is starring in the play "Death of a Salesman."
He received his seventh nomination for a Tony Award for this role.
Nathan Lane discussed why this role was important to him.
The interview was aired on CBS Mornings.
He explained his personal connection to the character he plays.
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An 80-year-old man was rescued after being trapped under the rubble of his house following an Israeli air strike in southern Lebanon. This man had previously lived through Israel’s invasion of Lebanon many years ago.
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The rescue happened in southern Lebanon.
The man is 80 years old.
He was trapped under rubble caused by an Israeli air strike.
The man survived a previous invasion of Lebanon by Israel decades ago.
The incident involves ongoing conflict between Israel and Lebanon.
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Scottish voters will take part in local and Scottish Parliament elections on May 7, 2026. A journalist reports on how young people in Scotland feel about their identity and future ahead of the vote.
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Local elections across the UK and the Scottish Parliament election will happen on May 7, 2026.
All 129 members of the Scottish Parliament will be elected during this vote.
The election is seen as important for understanding Scottish identity today.
The report focuses especially on the opinions and feelings of young Scots.
Issues like Scotland’s relationship with the UK and the EU are part of the discussion.
Political figures and parties in Scotland are key players in the elections.
The outcome may influence Scotland’s future direction, including topics like independence.
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The authors of the book "Walk" explain how walking can help improve both mental and physical health. They also say that finding time to walk and increase daily steps can be easier than people expect.
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The book "Walk" discusses the benefits of walking for health.
Walking can improve mental health by reducing stress and boosting mood.
Walking also supports physical health by helping with fitness and heart health.
Authors suggest that many people can fit walking into their daily routines.
Simple changes like walking more steps can have a positive impact on wellbeing.
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President Donald Trump warned Iran that the United States would increase the level and intensity of military attacks if Iran does not agree to a peace deal. He mentioned that if Iran cooperates, current measures called "Epic Fury" attacks would end, and a blockade would continue.
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President Trump issued a warning to Iran about possible stronger attacks.
He said this would happen if Iran refuses to agree to a peace deal.
Trump described current attacks as "Epic Fury."
If Iran agrees, these attacks will stop.
A blockade would remain in place even after a peace deal.
The president called Iran’s cooperation a “big assumption.”
The statement was made during a public address on Wednesday.
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Israel’s National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir shared a video on TikTok saying he ‘dreams’ of nooses. The video includes AI-created images and refers to a death penalty law aimed at Palestinian prisoners.
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Itamar Ben-Gvir is Israel’s National Security Minister.
He posted a video on TikTok mentioning ‘dreams’ of nooses.
The video shows AI-generated images. AI-generated means the pictures were made by computer programs.
The video relates to a law about the death penalty for Palestinian detainees.
The death penalty law targets Palestinians held by Israeli authorities.
The video has attracted attention due to its content and symbolism.
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FIFA has extended a six-game suspension for Argentina player Gianluca Prestianni due to homophobic conduct, making the ban apply worldwide. This means Prestianni could miss Argentina's first World Cup matches if he is chosen to play.
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Gianluca Prestianni is an Argentina winger playing for SL Benfica.
UEFA originally gave him a six-match ban for using a homophobic slur against Vinicius Jr in a Champions League match.
FIFA extended this ban to apply worldwide, including international games and UEFA club matches.
The ban does not apply to friendly matches or domestic league games.
Prestianni already missed one game during the Champions League playoffs due to this suspension.
He has limited experience with the Argentina national team, having played only once in a friendly match.
Argentina’s first World Cup games are against Algeria, Austria, and Jordan in Group J starting June 16.
The worldwide ban could cause Prestianni to miss at least the first two World Cup matches if selected.
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Russia launched over 100 drone attacks on eastern and southern Ukraine, despite Ukraine's call for a one-sided ceasefire. President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine said Russia rejected efforts to stop the fighting and save lives.
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Russia attacked Ukraine using more than 100 drones.
The attacks targeted eastern and southern regions of Ukraine.
Ukraine had declared a unilateral ceasefire, which means they stopped fighting on their own.
President Zelensky said Russia ignored the ceasefire and continued attacks.
The fighting continues despite calls to halt it and protect civilians.
The conflict involves Russian and Ukrainian military forces.
Drone attacks are an important part of the ongoing war strategy.
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Investigators are searching for the owners of a sailboat as they look into the disappearance of Lynette Hooker, an American who went missing in the Bahamas last month. The investigation is ongoing.
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Lynette Hooker, an American, disappeared in the Bahamas while sailing.
The disappearance happened last month.
Authorities are trying to find the owners of a particular sailboat.
The sailboat may be connected to the investigation.
Authorities are actively gathering information related to this case.
The investigation is still in progress.
The news was reported by CBS News.
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Pope Leo said he does not support nuclear weapons and urged people to be truthful when criticizing him. This statement came after President Donald Trump accused the pope of allowing Iran to have nuclear weapons, escalating tensions between the pope and the U.S. government.
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Pope Leo said the church has opposed all nuclear weapons for many years.
President Trump accused the pope of “endangering a lot of Catholics” by supporting Iran’s nuclear capability.
The pope emphasized the church’s mission to preach peace and spread the gospel.
Pope Leo plans to meet U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to ease tensions.
Trump has criticized the pope several times since the start of the U.S.-Israel conflict involving Iran.
The pope often visits Castel Gandolfo, near Rome, and spoke to journalists despite earlier plans not to.
Marco Rubio is expected to have a direct and honest conversation with the pope.
The pope’s meeting with Rubio might be used to show ongoing dialogue and a shared desire for world peace.
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President Donald Trump has paused the U.S. mission to protect commercial ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway near Iran. The situation remains uncertain about whether the U.S. will engage in a wider conflict with Iran.
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The U.S. mission to escort commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz has been temporarily stopped.
The Strait of Hormuz is an important shipping route located near Iran.
President Trump is currently uncertain about the future of military actions against Iran.
The decision reflects mixed signals from the Trump administration on engaging in war with Iran.
The situation is being closely watched as it affects global trade and security.
CBS News reported on the pause and ongoing questions about U.S.-Iran relations.
This pause could influence how tensions in the region develop in the near future.
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Two passengers from a cruise ship with hantavirus infection in South Africa may have a rare type of the virus that can spread between people. Health officials are investigating to confirm if human-to-human transmission has occurred.
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Two passengers from a hantavirus-affected cruise ship have a rare strain of the virus.
This rare strain is believed to be able to spread from person to person.
The passengers were in South Africa when the infection was detected.
Health officials are studying the cases to understand the risk of further spread.
Hantavirus is usually spread to people from rodents, not between humans.
The situation is being monitored closely to prevent an outbreak.
Testing and contact tracing are part of the health response.
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The editor of the Wall Street Journal, Emma Tucker, said powerful people are increasingly suing media outlets before stories are published to stop them from reporting. This practice, called “lawfare,” is making it harder and more expensive for journalists to report on important issues. The summit also discussed worldwide challenges to press freedom and how political drama, including President Trump’s administration, affects news organizations.
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Emma Tucker faces a lawsuit from President Donald Trump over reporting on his connection to Jeffrey Epstein.
Some powerful individuals sue news outlets before publication as a way to pressure and intimidate journalists.
This early legal attack makes investigative reporting more difficult and costly.
The World Press Freedom Index reports over half of countries have serious problems with press freedom.
Less than 1% of the world’s population now lives in countries with “good” press freedom, down from 20% in 2002.
Investigative journalists say President Trump’s administration challenges facts but also increases media attention and business.
News leaders say new technology like AI and political hostility are causing people to doubt what is real.
There is a call for openly funded journalism that serves the public interest to help support truthful reporting.
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Passengers were evacuated from the MV Hondius cruise ship near Cape Verde after an outbreak of hantavirus, a disease spread by rodents. Three passengers have died, and others are sick or showing symptoms. The ship is planned to continue its journey to the Canary Islands after the evacuation.
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The MV Hondius cruise ship left Argentina on April 1.
An outbreak of hantavirus occurred on board; this virus is carried by rodents.
Three passengers on the ship have died from the virus.
Several other passengers are sick or showing symptoms of hantavirus.
Passengers have been evacuated off the ship while it is near Cape Verde.
After evacuation, the cruise ship will head to the Canary Islands.
Hantavirus can cause serious illness and is spread through contact with rodents or their droppings.
This event is part of an ongoing health concern involving cruise ship passengers.
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Alexandre Durand and Tom Carles, known as AT Frenchies, share French language and culture through social media, reaching over 6 million followers worldwide. They have appeared in videos with presidents and prime ministers and are now working on their first book.
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AT Frenchies are Alexandre Durand and Tom Carles.
They promote French language and culture.
They have more than 6 million followers on social media.
They have collaborated with presidents and prime ministers in videos.
They are preparing to publish their first book.
Their work combines language learning with humor and culture.
They were featured on the show Entre Nous by France 24.
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Lancashire county council, led by the Reform party, plans to leave the UK government’s refugee resettlement programs. The council says it will stop participating in the schemes to focus funds on helping local vulnerable people and veterans.
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Lancashire council will quit the UK Resettlement Scheme (UKRS) and Afghan Resettlement Programme (ARP).
The council manages these schemes for 14 local councils responsible for housing.
Reform party wants to prioritize local residents and veterans over refugees.
These resettlement schemes are funded by the central government.
Critics say leaving the scheme is just a political move and will not stop refugees from being helped.
Opposition councillors warn that government funding could be lost if the council stops administering the programs.
In 2025, 190,000 people entered the UK through safe and legal humanitarian routes, including refugees from Ukraine.
Any final decision to leave the scheme must be approved by the council’s cabinet.
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Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz will continue after the United States paused its military operation to help stranded ships. President Donald Trump announced the pause, citing progress in talks with Iran and mediation by Pakistan, while warning that military action could resume if an agreement is not reached.
Key Facts
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said they will ensure safe transit through the Strait of Hormuz with new procedures.
The US paused “Project Freedom,” a military operation to guide ships through the strait, as announced by President Trump.
President Trump said the pause was due to progress in talks with Iran and at Pakistan’s request, who is mediating between the two countries.
Trump warned that if Iran does not agree to terms, bombing and military action will increase.
Iran is reviewing a US proposal and will respond through Pakistan’s mediation.
Iran established a new body, the Persian Gulf Strait Authority, to regulate all ship passage through the strait, signaling a permanent change.
The US naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz remains in effect despite the pause in escort operations.
Attacks on ships in the strait continue, including a recent attack on a French shipping vessel that caused injuries and damage.
The conflict has caused major disruptions to global oil shipping, affecting about 20% of the world’s oil trade.
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Animal rights activists have helped remove 1,500 beagle dogs from a research facility in Wisconsin. The dogs were rescued to prevent further use in experiments.
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1,500 beagle dogs were rescued from a research facility in Wisconsin.
Animal rights activists reached an agreement to remove the dogs.
The goal was to stop the beagles from being used in research.
The rescue took place recently, as reported on May 6, 2026.
The action involved coordination between activists and the facility.
Beagles are commonly used in medical and scientific testing.
The rescue is part of ongoing efforts to protect animals from research experiments.
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Oil prices dropped below $100 a barrel after reports said the U.S. and Iran are close to a deal to end the war in the Middle East. The White House is near an agreement with Iran, and President Donald Trump has paused a military operation protecting ships in the Strait of Hormuz to allow peace talks to continue.
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Brent crude oil price fell below $98 a barrel, its lowest in two weeks.
Oil prices had risen to over $126 a barrel in late April due to conflict concerns.
The U.S. and Iran are reportedly close to agreeing on a one-page peace deal.
Pakistan is helping broker talks between the U.S. and Iran.
President Donald Trump paused "Project Freedom," a U.S. military mission guarding ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
About 1,550 ships have been stuck in the Strait of Hormuz because of threats from Iran.
The peace deal talks and military pause aim to reduce tensions and allow safe passage for ships.
This story is developing and may be updated as new information comes in.
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