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Tensions between the United States and Iran have increased at the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil shipments. Iran reversed its decision to allow commercial ships to pass through the strait during a ceasefire and fired on some vessels after President Donald Trump said the US would keep blocking Iranian ports until a deal is made.
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The Strait of Hormuz handles about 20% of the world's oil supply.
Iran initially agreed to keep the strait open during a ceasefire but then changed its position.
Iran’s military now controls the strait strictly due to the ongoing US blockade of Iranian ports.
President Trump said the US will maintain the blockade and warned Iran against trying to block the strait.
Iranian forces fired on ships attempting to pass through the strait, causing shipping traffic to stop.
The ceasefire mentioned relates to conflicts involving Lebanon and tensions in the region.
US negotiators plan to meet in Pakistan to try to reach a deal with Iran.
The standoff risks worsening the global energy supply and increasing chances of renewed fighting.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will answer questions from parliament about the appointment of Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the US, despite Mandelson failing security checks. The scandal involves Mandelson's links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and has caused political pressure on Starmer's leadership.
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Peter Mandelson was appointed UK ambassador to the US in late 2024 despite failing security vetting.
Mandelson had known ties to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender who died in 2019.
Prime Minister Starmer said he did not know Mandelson failed vetting and called the situation "unforgivable."
Starmer fired the Foreign Office’s top civil servant, Olly Robbins, over the matter.
Opposition leaders and some members of Starmer’s party have called for his resignation.
Starmer will give a detailed statement to parliament and face questions from MPs on Monday.
Mandelson was removed from his ambassador post in September 2025 after new details on his Epstein connections emerged.
UK police are investigating Mandelson for alleged misconduct as a minister over 15 years ago; he denies any wrongdoing.
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In Lahaina, Maui, residents are working to rebuild their community after floods and deadly wildfires. They focus on helping locals, improving housing, and restoring the land, rather than building for tourists.
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In March, two strong storms caused severe flooding in Lahaina, Maui, damaging roads and homes.
Lahaina was nearly destroyed three years ago by the deadliest wildfires in US history, which killed over 100 people and destroyed more than 2,000 buildings.
Many people affected by the fires still live in temporary housing, with poverty and housing problems increasing.
Community groups are planting native plants to restore damaged land and advising on rebuilding to respect Native Hawaiian culture.
The city council passed a law to gradually remove 7,000 vacation rentals to provide homes for locals and fire survivors.
Community members often step in quickly after disasters, helping with clean-up and flood control when government help is slow.
Since the fires, about 3,400 residents have left Lahaina because of financial troubles and high housing costs.
Activists camped on a beach near luxury hotels to demand long-term housing for fire survivors, leading to changes in local housing policies.
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As people get older, their scalp and hair change in ways that affect how often they should wash their hair. Experts say that because the scalp produces less natural oil with age, washing hair less often—about every two to three days—is better to keep the scalp healthy and avoid dryness and irritation.
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The scalp makes more natural oil (sebum) in young adulthood, which helps protect hair and scalp.
After the 20s, oil production steadily goes down, causing the scalp to become drier and more sensitive.
Less oil means the scalp loses moisture faster and takes longer to heal from irritation.
Hair strands get thinner, weaker, and the outer protective layer becomes more fragile with age.
Hair growth slows down, and hair follicles shrink or stop producing hair, leading to thinning.
Hormone changes, especially lower estrogen, can cause hair texture changes and thinning.
Younger people with oily scalps may wash hair daily, but older adults should wash every two to three days or less.
Not washing hair for more than 7-10 days is not recommended because the scalp still needs regular cleaning.
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The CBS News program "Sunday Morning" paid tribute to notable people who passed away this week. One of the remembered figures was Sid Krofft, a producer known for creating the children's show "H.R. Pufnstuf."
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CBS News aired a segment called "In memoriam" on the show "Sunday Morning."
The segment honors notable individuals who recently died.
Sid Krofft, a television producer, was one of the people remembered.
Krofft was famous for creating the children's TV show "H.R. Pufnstuf."
The tribute highlights the contributions of these figures to their fields.
CBS News provides access to this content via its app and website.
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North Korea fired several short-range ballistic missiles into the sea near its eastern coast. The launches were detected by South Korea, the United States, and Japan, raising concerns about North Korea’s ongoing missile and nuclear weapons development. The South Korean government urged North Korea to stop testing missiles, and Japan protested the launches as a violation of U.N. rules.
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North Korea launched multiple short-range ballistic missiles from Sinpo, flying about 140 kilometers toward eastern waters.
South Korea, the U.S., and Japan detected the missile launches and are analyzing details, including whether they were launched from a submarine.
Launching missiles from underwater would be a significant development, as it is harder to detect than land-based launches.
North Korea has increased its weapons tests this year, including missiles with cluster-bomb warheads and upgraded engines.
The U.N.’s nuclear watchdog has reported serious advances in North Korea’s nuclear weapons program.
Japan and South Korea condemned the launches as threats to regional peace and violations of U.N. Security Council resolutions.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has focused on expanding his nuclear and missile arsenals since talks with President Trump ended in 2019.
President Trump has expressed interest in resuming diplomacy with Kim, and his upcoming meeting with China’s Xi Jinping may open a chance for negotiations.
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President Donald Trump said U.S. negotiators will travel to Pakistan for new talks with Iran to try to extend a ceasefire and resolve tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has not confirmed the talks and insists the strait will remain closed while the U.S. blockade on Iranian ports continues.
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U.S. officials are set to hold talks with Iran in Pakistan soon.
The ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is about to expire this week.
The Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for oil trade, remains blocked amid ongoing disputes.
Iran refuses to allow passage through the strait while the U.S. blockade on Iranian ports is in place.
President Trump warned Iran that the U.S. could destroy civilian infrastructure if Iran rejects the U.S. offer.
Iranian officials say they still want to negotiate despite deep distrust and the blockade.
Two India-flagged ships were fired upon near the strait, causing other ships to avoid the area.
Pakistani mediators are helping arrange the next round of talks, and security is increasing in Islamabad.
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A jar of HiPP baby food in Austria tested positive for rat poison, leading to a recall of all similar jars sold at SPAR supermarkets in Austria. Authorities suspect the jar was tampered with, and investigations are ongoing in Austria and nearby countries.
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A jar of HiPP baby food with carrots and potatoes tested positive for rat poison in Austria.
The contaminated jar was reported by a customer in Eisenstadt and had a damaged lid.
No one is known to have eaten the poisoned baby food.
HiPP recalled all jars sold at SPAR stores in Austria as a safety measure.
Customers can return the baby food jars for a full refund without a receipt.
Authorities believe the poison was added from outside the factory.
Investigations are also happening in Germany, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic.
Rat poison can cause serious health problems like bleeding and bruising, which might appear days after eating it.
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A woman was arrested after driving a car into pedestrians in central London early Sunday morning. Three people were injured, including one woman in critical condition and a man with serious injuries.
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The incident happened around 4:30 a.m. on Argyll Street, Westminster, near the London Palladium theatre.
A woman driver, age 29, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder and other charges.
Injured victims include a woman in her 30s in critical condition, a man in his 50s with life-changing injuries, and another woman with minor injuries.
The driver faces charges of attempted murder, grievous bodily harm, dangerous driving, and drink driving.
Police say the event is not linked to terrorism.
Investigators are asking witnesses to share any information about the incident.
People with information can contact police using the reference number 1404/19APR.
The police emphasize that even small details from witnesses could help the investigation.
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A woman named Zahra Eid returned to her home in southern Lebanon after a ceasefire ended the fighting. She found that her house was destroyed by Israeli attacks during the war.
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Zahra Eid fled her home in Tayr Debba at the start of the conflict.
The fighting involved Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon.
A ceasefire was declared, ending active hostilities.
After the ceasefire, Zahra Eid returned to find her house in ruins.
Zahra was displaced along with her daughters during the war.
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The Italian government has proposed paying lawyers bonuses if they help immigrants voluntarily return to their home countries. This plan, part of a new security bill, is sparking criticism from legal groups and opposition parties who say it may harm immigrants’ rights and judicial independence.
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Italian lawyers would get a bonus if their immigrant clients accept voluntary repatriation and actually return home.
The government has budgeted €246,000 for this incentive in 2024, with funding increasing in 2027 and 2028.
The exact bonus amount is not fixed, but media estimate it at about €615 per migrant.
The bill also removes legal aid for immigrants challenging deportation orders.
Italy’s national bar council and criminal lawyers’ group oppose the plan, citing constitutional concerns and the need for lawyer independence.
The magistrates’ union warned that the bonus could undermine fair judicial protection.
Opposition politicians described the plan as a “wild west-style bounty” and compared it to harsh U.S. immigration policies.
This measure follows a referendum defeat for the government and is part of broader efforts to limit irregular immigration, including authorizing naval blockades.
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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed strong concern about recent arson attacks targeting Jewish sites in northwest London. Police, including counter-terror officers, are investigating multiple incidents, and additional security measures have been put in place in areas with large Jewish communities.
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Several arson attacks and attempted arson attacks have occurred against Jewish sites in northwest London in recent weeks.
The latest fire caused minor smoke damage to Kenton United Synagogue in Harrow on Saturday night.
No injuries have been reported from these incidents.
Prime Minister Starmer called the attacks “abhorrent” and said they will not be tolerated.
Counter-terrorism police are leading the investigations into these attacks.
Two people were arrested after an arson attack on a synagogue in Finchley earlier in the week.
Four Jewish community ambulances were set on fire in Golders Green in late March.
A group named Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamiya (HAYI), linked to Iran, has claimed responsibility for some attacks.
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Iran's navy closed the Strait of Hormuz again after briefly reopening it. Iran says it will keep the strait shut until the United States removes its blockade, complicating peace efforts in the region.
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The Strait of Hormuz is a key waterway for global oil shipments.
Iran shut down the strait one day after opening it.
Iran blames the U.S. for blocking passage through the strait.
Iran promises to keep the strait closed until the U.S. blockade ends.
This situation is causing problems for ongoing peace talks.
A temporary truce between Israel and Lebanon is bringing calm after six weeks of tension.
Correspondent Charlie D'Agata reported from Tel Aviv on these developments.
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A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is ongoing, with talks planned in Washington to discuss extending it. An analyst says ceasefires in the Middle East, especially in Lebanon, often do not last. The situation is linked to tensions between the US, Israel, Lebanon, and Iran, and President Donald Trump is reportedly frustrated by Israeli military actions.
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Israel and Lebanon have a 10-day ceasefire currently in place.
New talks are scheduled in Washington to consider extending the ceasefire.
Aaron David Miller, an expert on Middle East peace, says such ceasefires are usually broken.
The conflict involves complex relations among Israel, Lebanon, the US, and Iran.
President Donald Trump has shown growing frustration with Israeli military moves.
The article discusses the broader impact of these tensions on regional stability.
The UN has a peacekeeping mission called UNIFIL in southern Lebanon related to this conflict.
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President Donald Trump accused Iran of breaking a ceasefire by attacking ships near the Strait of Hormuz. He warned that the U.S. will target Iranian power plants and bridges if Iran does not agree to a peace deal. Both countries have set up blockades that are affecting global oil markets.
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President Trump said Iran fired at ships, violating a ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran.
A cargo ship was damaged by an unknown projectile but no fire or injuries occurred.
Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps fired on a tanker near Oman.
The U.S. and Iran each block ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil route.
Iran reopened the strait briefly but then closed it again until the U.S. lifts its blockade.
Trump threatened to destroy all Iranian power plants and bridges if no peace deal is signed.
International laws usually forbid attacks on civilian infrastructure like power plants and bridges.
Pakistani officials are trying to help the U.S. and Iran reach a peace agreement, but talks face major disagreements.
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The CBS News Almanac for April 19 reviews important events that happened on this day in history. It is part of the "Sunday Morning" program and can be accessed through the CBS News app or online.
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The Almanac focuses on notable historical events from April 19.
It appears as a segment on the "Sunday Morning" TV show.
Viewers can watch the segment on the CBS News app or via web browsers like Chrome and Safari.
The content looks back at past events without current news updates or commentary.
The segment aims to educate viewers about significant moments tied to this specific date.
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Many grey whales have been found dead or undernourished in San Francisco Bay, a place they usually do not stop during migration. Scientists say this may be due to less food caused by climate change, and many whales are also injured by ships.
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In 2025, 21 dead grey whales were found in San Francisco Bay, with 7 deaths so far this year.
Grey whales usually migrate between the Arctic and Baja California but have recently started stopping in the bay.
Many of the whales found were skinnier than normal, lacking energy to complete their migration.
Whales may enter the bay because their usual food in the Arctic is less available.
Nearly 20% of the whales in the bay have died from ship strikes.
Researchers studied photos and carcasses of whales in the bay since 2018.
Dead whales are appearing earlier in the year than usual, which worries scientists.
Necropsies (animal autopsies) are being done to understand the causes of death.
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President Trump said that Iran broke a two-week ceasefire by shooting at ships in the Strait of Hormuz, including a French ship and a British freighter. He also announced that talks will take place on Monday in Islamabad.
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President Trump accused Iran of breaking the ceasefire agreement.
The ceasefire was supposed to last two weeks.
Iran reportedly fired bullets in the Strait of Hormuz.
The shots targeted a French ship and a British freighter.
President Trump announced that talks will happen in Islamabad on Monday.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key waterway between the Persian Gulf and the Arabian Sea.
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The UK government is seeking new trade deals with the European Union (EU) focusing on steel and electric vehicles (EVs) to improve economic ties post-Brexit. The UK wants to protect its industries from upcoming EU trade rules and tariffs, especially as global challenges like the Middle East conflict and tensions with the US affect the economy.
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The UK aims to secure agreements on steel and electric cars with the EU.
New EU steel import tariffs will start on July 1, targeting cheap Chinese steel but also impacting the UK market.
The UK will cut tariff-free steel quotas by 60% and impose a 50% tariff on extra steel imports starting July 1.
Stricter EV trade rules requiring 40% of the vehicle’s value to come from UK or EU parts will begin in 2027.
UK and EU carmakers were given until 2027 to meet tougher local-content rules, especially because car batteries are very valuable and production is limited.
The UK government is taking a practical approach to decide where it makes sense to align trade rules with the EU.
EU officials acknowledge the UK’s wish to work closer but have not detailed what is possible yet.
A UK-EU summit is planned to discuss other topics like food, youth mobility, and energy, but a full economic reset is still uncertain.
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A synagogue in North London suffered smoke damage from an attempted arson attack, marking the third such attack on Jewish sites in the city within days. British police and counterterrorism officers are investigating these incidents, and no injuries have been reported.
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The attempted arson caused smoke damage to a room at Kenton United Synagogue in Harrow, North London.
Police found a bottle with a flammable liquid had been thrown through the synagogue window.
This is the third attack on Jewish sites in London within a few days.
No one was hurt in any of the recent attacks.
Police have arrested two people in connection with one of the synagogue arson attempts.
A little-known group linked to Iran, Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamiya, claimed responsibility for some attacks.
Police have increased patrols in areas with large Jewish communities to improve safety.
The Community Security Trust reports thousands of antisemitic incidents in the UK in 2025, indicating rising threats to the Jewish community.
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