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Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, promises to review all asylum claims made since 2021 and deport about 400,000 people if it wins the next UK general election. Other parties, including Labour, Conservatives, and Liberal Democrats, have criticized Reform’s immigration plans or presented their own measures to control immigration and asylum processes.
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Reform UK plans to review all asylum claims from the last five years and deport people granted asylum, overstayed visas, or from countries they consider safe.
This policy could affect around 400,000 people and lead to large-scale deportations.
Reform UK also wants to bar arrivals on small boats and leave the European Convention on Human Rights to simplify removals.
The current Labour government has introduced measures to disrupt human trafficking, reduce asylum hotel stays, and delay indefinite leave to remain.
Conservatives say Reform is copying their immigration policies but lacks practical detail, promising to deport 150,000 immigrants annually.
The Liberal Democrats call Reform’s plan impractical and suggest temporary centres to clear asylum backlogs quickly.
Labour highlights progress in reducing illegal crossings and deporting people without legal rights to stay in the UK.
Reform’s home affairs spokesman criticized both Tory and Labour governments for allowing illegal immigration to rise.
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The Lyrid meteor shower occurs every spring and reaches its peak on the night of April 22 to early April 23. The meteors come from the Lyra constellation and can be seen best after midnight, especially in the northern hemisphere.
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The Lyrid meteor shower has been active since April 16 and peaks late on April 22 and early April 23.
The meteors appear to come from a point called the radiant, located in the Lyra constellation near the bright star Vega.
Around 18 meteors per hour can be seen at the peak, and they move fast, often with bright trails or smoky “trains.”
The Lyrids have been observed since 687 BC.
The meteors come from dust left behind by comet Thatcher, discovered in 1861.
The best viewing time is after midnight when your eyes are fully adjusted to the dark, which takes about 20 to 30 minutes.
People in the southern hemisphere have a limited view because the radiant is low in the northern sky.
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Many British Jews say they are facing more antisemitism, including threats, abuse, and attacks. Some are considering leaving the UK, with more moving to Israel than in recent years, due to concerns about safety and discrimination.
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Amanda, a Jewish volunteer in London, has experienced spitting, insults, and death threats because she is Jewish.
She and others now feel uncomfortable openly showing Jewish symbols like the Star of David.
Many Jewish people in her community are planning to leave the UK, mainly moving to Israel.
In the past year, 742 British Jews moved to Israel, twice as many as in 2023.
A survey found about 20% of British Jews are thinking about leaving due to antisemitism.
A Hanukkah event was canceled by a venue over security concerns after a deadly shooting at a similar event in Australia.
Attacks on Jewish sites in London include arson attempts on a synagogue and ambulances used by a Jewish charity.
Police and experts say this rise in antisemitism has contributed to serious hate crimes like the Manchester synagogue attack.
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A sea lion in the Galapagos Islands took a nap on tourists' backpacks that were left on a bench. The animal seemed to find the backpacks comfortable for resting.
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The event happened in the Galapagos Islands.
A sea lion used tourists’ backpacks as a resting place.
The backpacks were lined up on a bench.
The sea lion appeared sleepy and chose the spot for a nap.
This behavior shows how wildlife can interact with human belongings.
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Adelaide University is thinking about removing the name of the gas company Santos from one of its buildings after their sponsorship deal ended. This idea follows protests by students and environmental groups who oppose Santos’s new gas projects due to concerns about climate change and harm to First Nations communities.
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Adelaide University is formed from the merger of the University of South Australia and the University of Adelaide.
Santos had a $25 million sponsorship deal starting in 1999 that supported the School of Petroleum Engineering and scholarships.
The School of Petroleum Engineering no longer exists; related courses are now part of the broader engineering department.
The university’s vice-chancellor, Nicola Phillips, said the naming may not reflect the university’s current values or reality.
Students and environmental activists rallied to urge the university to remove Santos’s name because of its gas projects and climate impact.
A poll showed that 74% of South Australians agreed that gas companies should pay for environmental damage.
Santos recently won a court case defending itself against accusations of misleading claims about its net-zero emissions plans.
Separately, criticism arose over political comments that mocked signs in the Kaurna indigenous language at Adelaide University and local hospitals.
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Attacks in northern Nigeria have increased recently, showing that insurgent groups there are changing their tactics and expanding their territory. The violence affects both Christian and Muslim communities and is linked to regional problems and local issues like poverty and weak governance.
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Violence in northern Nigeria has become more frequent and intense in recent months.
Some people believe the resurgence is connected to U.S. involvement, but there is no evidence to support these claims.
Terrorist groups attack both Christians and Muslims, not just one group.
The main active insurgent group is ISWAP, which has grown stronger and more organized than Boko Haram.
ISWAP controls trade routes around Lake Chad, helping it survive and expand.
The insurgents now use more complex tactics like coordinated raids and ambushes.
The affected Nigerian states are large, making it hard to control the area.
The conflict is linked to wider regional instability and local problems like poverty, lack of education, and weak government.
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The Zoological Society of London (ZSL) celebrates its 200th anniversary with a new poem called "The Moon and the Zoo" by Simon Armitage, the current UK poet laureate. The poem reflects on the nighttime life at London Zoo and highlights the shared responsibility between humans and nature.
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ZSL was founded in 1826 and opened London Zoo in 1828 as the world’s first scientific zoo.
London Zoo opened to the public in 1847.
Many famous writers and artists, such as AA Milne and Sylvia Plath, have been inspired by the zoo.
Simon Armitage created a poem and animation to celebrate ZSL’s 200th year.
The poem describes the moon watching over animals during the night and symbolizes care and research done by ZSL.
Armitage spent time at the zoo observing animals like Mexican red-kneed spiders and Sumatran tigers.
The poem’s message emphasizes humans’ responsibility to protect nature and find a balance with the natural world.
ZSL’s CEO, Kathryn England, said the poem reminds people of their role in protecting wildlife.
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The V&A East Storehouse, the National Gallery, Norwich Castle Museum, and other museums in the UK are finalists for the Art Fund museum of the year award. The winner will receive £120,000, and other finalists will get £20,000 each. The award recognizes innovation and improvements in museums.
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The Art Fund museum of the year is the UK's top museum prize.
The V&A East Storehouse in London opened in spring 2025 and cost £65 million.
The V&A East Storehouse is designed to let visitors see stored objects openly, changing how a storeroom works.
The Box in Plymouth opened in 2020, cost £46 million, holds over 2 million items, and has helped bring £244 million into the local economy.
The National Gallery celebrated its 200th year in 2025 with special exhibitions and reopened parts of the museum.
Norwich Castle Museum had a refurbishment that made it more accessible, including wheelchair access to castle ramparts.
The winner of the award will be announced on 25 June at an event in London.
Last year’s winner was Beamish, an open-air museum in County Durham focusing on the 1940s and 50s.
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Several young protesters in Madagascar were arrested after demonstrating for a date to hold national elections. These arrests have caused concern among youth who fear the current military government may be as problematic as the one it replaced.
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Four young activists were arrested on April 12 for protesting and are accused of crimes against state security; they deny the charges.
The military leader, Colonel Michael Randrianirina, took power in a coup in October 2025 after large youth protests.
Two of the arrested activists were released and hospitalized; one remains detained.
Two more activists were arrested later, but details about their situation are unknown.
Many young people are unhappy with the new government because it includes officials from the old regime and lacks economic reforms.
The current government is also criticized for being close to Russia.
Madagascar faces ongoing challenges including poverty, poor public services, and effects from climate change.
Protest leaders want clearer plans for constitutional changes and fairer election systems.
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Ed Miliband, the UK energy secretary, plans to strengthen Labour’s commitment to clean energy amid the Middle East conflict and rising fossil fuel prices. He will propose new policies to promote solar panels, electric vehicles, and separate gas and electricity prices to reduce consumer costs, while rejecting calls to increase North Sea oil and gas drilling.
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Ed Miliband will announce policies to speed up solar panel use and electric vehicle adoption.
The policies include expanding solar power on public land and separating gas and electricity prices for consumers.
These moves respond to potential energy crisis triggered by the conflict between the US under President Trump and Iran.
Oil prices fell after hopes that the Strait of Hormuz would reopen but then rose again amid continuing tensions.
Miliband opposes fully stopping North Sea drilling but rejects expanding it as a solution to the energy crisis.
The licensing process for new North Sea oil fields like Jackdaw and Rosebank is still undecided.
The UK government is exploring “tie-back” arrangements to exploit more oil and gas near existing fields.
UK demand for solar panels, heat pumps, and electric vehicles has increased since the Middle East conflict started.
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A photo showing an Israeli soldier breaking a statue of Jesus Christ in southern Lebanon has caused strong reactions. Israeli officials said the photo is real and said they will investigate the incident.
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The photo shows an Israeli soldier using a sledgehammer to break a statue of Jesus Christ.
The event took place in southern Lebanon.
The image has led to widespread condemnation and outrage.
Israeli officials confirmed the photo is authentic.
Israeli authorities have promised to look into the matter.
The statue represents an important religious figure, Jesus Christ.
The incident has stirred emotions among many people in the region.
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The news segment covers three main stories: the United States is monitoring Iran's highly enriched uranium program, an interview with Rachel Goldberg-Polin on 60 Minutes shares a personal story, and a project that turns animal sounds into music is featured.
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The United States is paying close attention to Iran’s highly enriched uranium, which is a form of nuclear material.
Rachel Goldberg-Polin was interviewed on the news program 60 Minutes, sharing her personal experience.
A unique project involves converting recorded sounds of animals into musical compositions.
These stories were presented together on the CBS News broadcast on April 19, 2026.
The article mentions where to watch CBS News and the availability of the CBS News app.
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Oil prices rose sharply after attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz and mixed messages about peace talks between the United States and Iran. Despite President Trump’s announcement of US forces seizing an Iranian cargo ship, Iran said it would not join further talks, increasing fears of conflict and causing fuel prices to surge.
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Brent crude oil prices jumped over 7% in Asia, reaching about $94.69 per barrel.
Two commercial vessels were attacked near the Strait of Hormuz, one by Iranian gunboats and another hit by an unidentified projectile.
President Donald Trump announced US forces seized an Iranian cargo ship trying to evade a US blockade.
Iran initially said the Strait of Hormuz was fully open but then claimed it was effectively closed due to the blockade.
A two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran will expire soon if no agreement is reached.
Iran declined to join further ceasefire talks in Pakistan, citing US demands as too harsh.
The Strait of Hormuz usually carries about 20% of the world’s oil and gas supplies, but ship traffic has dropped dramatically.
Asian stock markets opened higher despite rising tensions between the US and Iran.
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Pope Leo, the first American Pope, visited Africa and spoke to a large crowd about peace, unity, and social justice. This trip is an important event as it marks his first major visit to the continent.
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Pope Leo is the first American Pope.
He visited Africa for a historic trip.
About 100,000 people attended his speech.
He called for peace among people.
He encouraged unity and social justice during his visit.
This trip is considered a landmark event in his papacy.
The article was published on April 19, 2026.
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A former White House nuclear adviser said on CBS’s 60 Minutes that President Donald Trump’s claim that Iran’s nuclear program was completely destroyed after last June’s U.S. and Israeli strikes is not true. Iran still has enough highly enriched uranium to make 10 to 11 nuclear bombs, and removing it would require thousands of U.S. troops and carry high risks.
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President Trump said Iran’s nuclear program was "completely obliterated" last June after strikes.
Dr. Matthew Bunn, a former White House nuclear adviser, said this claim is false because Iran still has a large uranium stockpile.
Iran is believed to have about 970 pounds of uranium enriched to 60%, enough for 10 to 11 nuclear bombs.
The uranium is stored in deep tunnels beneath the Isfahan nuclear facility, inside containers the size of scuba tanks.
Satellite images show Iran has blocked tunnel entrances and set up roadblocks, possibly to prevent a U.S. or Israeli raid.
A second potential nuclear site is Pickaxe Mountain, hidden deep underground under solid rock.
Military experts say bombs might not reach the uranium storage, meaning any operation to retrieve it would require thousands of troops on the ground.
An expert compared the effort needed in Iran to a 1994 mission in Kazakhstan that involved only 30 people but said Iran would be much harder due to its size and security.
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A shooting in Louisiana resulted in the deaths of eight children. Meanwhile, tensions remain high between the United States and Iran, as efforts toward a ceasefire continue to face challenges.
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Eight children died in a shooting incident in Louisiana.
The event is being reported by CBS Weekend News on April 19.
The U.S. and Iran have been working toward a ceasefire.
The ceasefire situation is unstable and uncertain.
CBS News covered both stories in the same broadcast.
The news is available through CBS News apps and online platforms.
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The conflict involving Iran and the US has killed over 5,000 people across multiple countries. Recent peace talks are uncertain after the US seized an Iranian ship, and Iran said it would not join further negotiations unless the US lifts its naval blockade.
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More than 5,000 people have died since the Iran war began, including thousands in Iran, Lebanon, Israel, and Gulf Arab states.
Fifteen Israeli soldiers and 13 US service members have also been killed in the conflict.
Iran officials announced no plans to attend the next round of peace talks in Pakistan unless the US ends its blockade.
President Donald Trump ordered US negotiators to go to Pakistan just before the current ceasefire expires.
The US navy fired on and stopped an Iranian cargo ship attempting to bypass the blockade.
Iran called the US blockade illegal and a violation of the ceasefire agreement.
The conflict has caused oil prices to rise and stock markets to fall due to increased tensions.
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A large fire destroyed about 1,000 stilt homes in a coastal village in Sabah, Malaysia, displacing over 9,000 people. Firefighters faced challenges due to narrow roads, low tides, and strong winds, but no injuries were reported, and authorities are providing help to those affected.
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The fire happened early Sunday morning in a "water village" in Sandakan district, Sabah state.
Around 1,000 wooden homes built on stilts over water were completely destroyed.
Approximately 9,007 residents were affected by the fire.
Firefighters struggled to reach the site due to narrow access routes and low sea tides.
Strong winds helped spread the fire quickly.
No deaths or injuries were reported.
The Sabah fire and rescue department sent 37 personnel to fight the fire.
Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the government is working with local authorities to provide aid and temporary housing for displaced people.
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Kanye West’s concerts in Poland and Switzerland have been cancelled due to controversy over his antisemitic comments and promotion of Nazi imagery. Other European countries, including the UK and France, have also stopped or postponed his performances.
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Switzerland’s FC Basel club cancelled West’s planned concert at its stadium, citing their values.
Poland’s Silesian Stadium cancelled West’s June concert for legal and formal reasons.
Poland’s culture minister condemned West for promoting Nazi ideas and loving Hitler.
Poland said it could block West from entering the country if needed.
France opposed West’s concert in Marseille, leading to its postponement.
The UK blocked West from entering to perform at London’s Wireless festival, causing the festival’s cancellation.
West’s European tour now only includes Turkey, the Netherlands, Italy, Madrid, and Portugal.
West has made antisemitic remarks, expressed admiration for Hitler, and sold swastika merchandise.
West has denied being antisemitic in ads but admitted to a “manic episode” linked to bipolar disorder.
He apologized in Hebrew in 2023 but later declared himself a Nazi in 2025.
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Angel Barba, a retired teaching assistant from California, has been taking care of baby squirrels as a foster mom for seven years. The report shares her daily experiences caring for these animals.
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Angel Barba lives in California.
She used to work as a teaching assistant.
For seven years, she has cared for baby squirrels.
She acts as a foster mom, meaning she helps the squirrels grow until they can live on their own.
The story was reported by Italy Hod for CBS News.
The report shows what a typical day looks like for her.
Viewers can watch the full story on the CBS News app or website.
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