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About 1,000 animal rights activists tried to enter Ridglan Farms, a beagle breeding and research center in Wisconsin, but police used pepper spray and rubber bullets to stop them. The activists want to remove nearly 2,000 beagles amid long-standing disputes about the facility’s treatment of the animals, while Ridglan denies any mistreatment and says it follows federal rules.
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Police fired pepper spray and rubber bullets at around 1,000 activists trying to raid Ridglan Farms in Blue Mounds, Wisconsin.
Activists have targeted the farm for years, claiming the dogs are mistreated, but the farm denies these claims.
The farm agreed to give up its state breeding license by July 1 but still operates under a federal research license.
During a March raid, activists removed 30 dogs; 22 were adopted and 8 returned to the farm by police.
Around 300 to 400 protesters tried to break into the property and blocked roads, according to the local sheriff.
The coalition leader, Wayne Hsiung, and others were arrested during the Saturday raid.
Ridglan states that federal inspectors have not found any evidence of animal abuse or cruelty at the farm.
The farm says about 90% of its research helps develop treatments for dog diseases like rabies and parvovirus.
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Bulgarians voted in their eighth general election in five years, with former President Rumen Radev expected to win by promising to fight corruption. The vote follows years of political crisis and protests that unseated the long-time leader Boyko Borissov and weakened his pro-European party, GERB.
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Bulgaria held its eighth general election in five years on April 19, 2026.
Rumen Radev, a former airforce general and ex-president, leads a new center-left party called Progressive Bulgaria.
Radev pledges to end corruption and challenge the oligarchic system in Bulgaria.
The conservative GERB party, led by Boyko Borissov, likely placed second with about 20% of the vote.
Bulgaria has faced political instability since 2021 after protests toppled Borissov’s government.
Radev supports closer ties with Russia and opposes sending military aid to Ukraine.
Radev criticized the EU’s green energy policies and a recent defense pact between Bulgaria and Ukraine.
Voter turnout in this snap election is expected to be higher than in 2024.
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North Korea fired several ballistic missiles into the sea off its east coast, marking its seventh missile launch this year. South Korea and Japan are monitoring the situation closely, and the launches violate UN Security Council resolutions.
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North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles near Sinpo city on its east coast on Sunday morning.
This was North Korea’s seventh missile launch in 2024 and the fourth in April.
South Korea increased surveillance and shared information with the United States and Japan.
Japan reported the missiles likely landed near the east coast of the Korean Peninsula, without entering Japan’s waters.
South Korea held an emergency security meeting following the launch.
The missile tests break United Nations Security Council rules against North Korea’s missile program.
North Korea says the UN restrictions violate its right to defend itself.
The launches come before a planned summit between Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump, where North Korea is expected to be discussed.
The International Atomic Energy Agency noted North Korea has advanced nuclear weapons abilities, possibly adding a new uranium enrichment site.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un stated that being a nuclear-armed state is irreversible and expanding its nuclear deterrent is key for security.
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North Korea launched multiple suspected ballistic missiles on Sunday near its east coast. South Korea and Japan have increased their military alert and are sharing information with the United States in response.
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North Korea fired several suspected ballistic missiles from Sinpo city around 6:10 a.m. local time.
The missiles landed in waters near the east coast of the Korean Peninsula.
South Korea raised its surveillance and held an emergency security meeting after the launches.
Japan confirmed the missile launches but called them "suspected" ballistic missiles.
This is the seventh missile launch by North Korea in 2024.
South Korea, Japan, and the U.S. are closely sharing information about the launches.
The missile tests come shortly before a planned U.S.-China summit in mid-May.
Leaders expected to attend the summit include President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, where North Korea may be discussed.
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About 1,000 animal rights activists tried to break into Ridglan Farms in Wisconsin to rescue beagles from a breeding and research facility. Police used rubber bullets and pepper spray to stop the protesters, arresting many people during the event.
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The protest took place at Ridglan Farms, which breeds beagles for biomedical research.
Activists want to rescue the beagles, claiming the dogs are mistreated; the facility denies these claims.
Police arrested dozens of protesters and said some acted violently, including driving a truck through the gate.
Barricades like a manure-filled trench and barbed wire were used to block protesters.
Around 2,000 beagles are kept at the facility.
The group tried to enter the farm a day earlier than announced.
Many protesters moved to protest outside a jail afterward.
The protest leader was arrested and expressed continued commitment to the cause while in jail.
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A United Airlines flight from Chicago to New York City was diverted to Pittsburgh International Airport due to a possible security threat. Passengers safely evacuated the plane using emergency slides while authorities investigated the situation.
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United Flight 2092 was traveling from Chicago O'Hare to LaGuardia Airport in New York City.
The plane diverted and landed safely in Pittsburgh around 11:45 a.m. Eastern Time on Saturday.
There were 159 passengers and 6 crew members on board.
Passengers evacuated the plane using emergency slides as a precaution.
The FBI and local police responded to a reported threat on the flight but did not share specific details.
A bomb squad and K-9 units searched the plane and found no dangerous items.
No injuries were reported, and the airport stayed open throughout the incident.
The FBI continues to investigate the matter.
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The Peak District in the UK became the country's first national park 75 years ago, but people have visited the area for many centuries. Tourist attractions like the Devil’s Arse cave and old railway lines helped draw visitors, and in 1932, a large protest called the mass trespass of Kinder Scout fought for public access to private land, influencing the creation of national parks.
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The Peak District became the UK's first national park 75 years ago.
The Devil's Arse is a famous cave in Castleton, known for a noise like flatulence caused by flooding.
The cave’s name was changed several times due to Victorian-era sensitivities but reverted back to Devil’s Arse recently.
Railways opened in the 19th century, making travel to the Peak District easier for city residents.
Much of the land was privately owned, limiting public access to some areas before national parks existed.
The 1932 mass trespass of Kinder Scout was a protest against restricted access to moorlands owned by landowners.
Five protestors were jailed after the mass trespass for unlawful assembly and breach of the peace.
Groups like the Ramblers’ Association pushed for the creation of national parks inspired by US examples.
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Critics are questioning Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s handling of Lord Mandelson’s failed security check for a US ambassador role. The situation is linked to concerns about Mandelson’s foreign connections, while tensions rise between the US and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz shipping route.
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Opponents claim government officials knew about Mandelson’s failed security vetting weeks before it became public.
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch criticized Sir Keir Starmer as weak and focused on his own survival.
Former foreign secretary Sir James Cleverly said it is "inconceivable" that Starmer and his deputy David Lammy were not informed about the vetting failure.
The Sunday Times reports Mandelson’s failed vetting was due to ties with a company linked to the Chinese military, not due to his connection with Jeffrey Epstein.
The US and Iran have increased tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route, leading to US military patrols.
Labour plans to repeal a law protecting Northern Ireland veterans from prosecution have drawn criticism and accusations of betrayal.
An investigation highlights mental health issues linked to unregulated use of AI chatbots.
Former Prime Minister Liz Truss is on a ski holiday in Switzerland, seen as an effort to improve relations with the EU despite her past Brexit stance.
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Police in Trinidad and Tobago found 56 bodies, mostly infants, abandoned at a cemetery in Cumuto. Authorities are investigating the case to understand where the remains came from and if any laws were broken.
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A total of 56 bodies were discovered, including 50 infants, 4 adult males, and 2 adult females.
Some adult bodies had identification tags and showed signs of post-mortem examinations.
The discovery took place in Cumuto, about 25 miles from the capital, Port of Spain.
Police suspect the bodies were unlawfully disposed of and are conducting forensic tests.
Special police units, including homicide experts, are involved in the investigation.
Improper disposal of human remains is a crime in Trinidad and Tobago.
The country has been under a state of emergency since December 2024 to combat gang violence.
Homicide rates in Trinidad and Tobago rose sharply after 2020 but slightly declined in 2025.
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Members of the Sudanese band Aswat Almadina continue to make music and spread messages of peace despite being scattered across different countries due to the ongoing war in Sudan. Their songs address social issues and have inspired many, especially young people, even as Sudan faces a severe humanitarian crisis with millions displaced.
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Aswat Almadina is a popular Sudanese band formed in 2014 that mixes Middle Eastern folk, urban pop, and jazz music.
The band’s members left Sudan after the 2023 conflict began, witnessing violence and destruction in Khartoum.
Over 150,000 people have died and 12 million have fled their homes due to the war, creating a large humanitarian crisis.
The band’s music focuses on social justice, corruption, and the struggles of young Sudanese citizens.
Their lead singer, Ibrahem Mahmoud, was arrested multiple times before 2019 for singing songs critical of the government.
Aswat Almadina became UNDP Goodwill Ambassadors in 2017 for their social impact through music.
Ibrahem currently lives in Saudi Arabia, while Timon, a founding member, is based in Cairo, Egypt.
Music played a significant role in Sudan’s 2018-2019 uprising that led to the removal of longtime leader Omar al-Bashir.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle completed a four-day private visit to eastern Australia. Their trip included events about Indigenous culture, sports, charity, and a war memorial, but many Australians were unaware or uninterested in their visit.
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The visit lasted four days and covered the east coast of Australia.
Harry and Meghan are no longer working royals and traveled privately.
Their 2018 visit, while active royals, attracted tens of thousands of people over nine days.
Many Australians during this trip showed little interest or knowledge about their visit.
There were concerns that Australian taxpayers might pay for some security costs.
Their public appearances were carefully controlled to avoid negative reactions or interruptions.
The couple engaged warmly with some individuals, including fans and victims of past events.
Mental health and social media bullying were notable topics during their meetings.
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Iryna Stetsenko and Serhiy Lobanov got married in Pripyat on April 26, 1986, while the Chernobyl nuclear disaster was happening nearby. They were unaware of the full scale of the accident as information was limited, and their wedding took place amid confusion and tension.
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The wedding occurred just after midnight on April 26, 1986, in Pripyat, a Soviet city near the Chernobyl nuclear plant.
At that time, reactor number four at the Chernobyl plant had exploded and was releasing dangerous radioactive material.
The couple and their guests initially had little clear information due to strict Soviet censorship.
Residents were told not to panic, and daily life, like going to school and events, was officially continuing.
Serhiy noticed soldiers in gas masks and efforts to clean the streets with foam early that morning.
Firefighters and plant workers risked lethal radiation doses overnight to fight the power plant fire.
Iryna and Serhiy later moved to Berlin to escape conflict decades after the disaster.
Their wedding story highlights the uncertainty and danger faced by people living near Chernobyl during the disaster.
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Scammers are using more advanced tricks to steal money and personal information from victims worldwide. One example is Kirsty from the UK, who lost £80,000 to a scammer pretending to be a British businessman. Governments and companies are working together internationally to fight these scams, but the criminals keep improving their methods.
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Kirsty met a man on a dating website who claimed to be a British businessman living in Turkey.
The man asked Kirsty to buy a phone and send money, claiming he had been robbed.
Kirsty sent £80,000 over two months, including £50,000 borrowed from family.
The scammer was actually Nigerian, using fake pictures and a voice disguiser.
The fake banking website shown to Kirsty was registered in Baltimore, USA.
Reports of romance scams in the UK rose by 20% between early 2024 and 2025.
The UK lost £106 million to scams in 2024 according to City of London police.
The Global Anti-Scam Alliance states worldwide fraud losses exceed half a trillion dollars annually.
Scams increased during Covid lockdowns due to more online activity and improved scamming technology.
International cooperation agreements have been made to combat scams, but criminals are still hard to catch.
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Historian Anna Keay has been named the official biographer of Queen Elizabeth II. She will interview people who knew the queen and study her personal papers to write the biography.
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Anna Keay is a historian known for her books on British history.
She will have access to Queen Elizabeth II’s personal and official papers in the royal archives.
Keay has worked closely with the royal family and was assistant curator for Historic Royal Palaces.
She has written several books about the British monarchy.
King Charles wanted a female author to write the official biography of Queen Elizabeth II.
Keay is a trustee of the Royal Collection Trust and part of the Queen Elizabeth Memorial Committee.
She expressed gratitude for the opportunity to write about the queen’s life and work.
Queen Elizabeth II was the longest-reigning monarch in British history.
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The UK government is creating the Queen Elizabeth Trust with a £40 million fund to honor Queen Elizabeth II on the 100th anniversary of her birth. The charity, supported by King Charles III, will improve community spaces and support local events, reflecting the Queen’s dedication to public service.
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The Queen Elizabeth Trust is a new charity funded by the UK government with £40 million.
King Charles III will serve as the patron of the charity.
The charity aims to restore shared community spaces like parks and buildings.
It also plans to help people get skills and training to organize local events.
Queen Elizabeth II was born on April 21, 1924, and died in 2022 at age 96.
The charity is one of three projects to remember the Queen’s public service.
On her 100th birthday, the Royal Family is holding several events, including a visit to the British Museum and a reception at Buckingham Palace.
Award-winning historian Dr. Anna Keay will write the Queen’s official biography using her papers and interviews with people who knew her.
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Ukrainian officials are investigating a mass shooting in Kyiv that killed at least six people. The attacker, who was a local resident, was killed after a gunfight with police.
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The incident took place in Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine.
At least six people died in the shooting.
Ukrainian authorities are treating the case as a terror attack.
The attacker was a local man from Kyiv.
The attacker died in a shootout with the police.
Officials are still investigating the motive and details of the attack.
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The Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for global oil transport, has been tense for seven weeks because of actions by Iran. A reporter recently visited the area to provide an update on the situation.
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The Strait of Hormuz is an important passage where a large portion of the world’s oil shipments pass through.
For seven weeks, Iran has taken measures that have increased tensions in this area.
Iran’s actions have been seen as using the strait as a strategic tool or "weapon."
A CBS News reporter named Imtiaz Tyab visited the strait to see what is currently happening there.
The situation in the Strait of Hormuz is watched closely because it affects global energy supplies and international relations.
The report was made available through CBS News and its app for viewers.
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In South Korea, female writers are gaining popularity despite facing strong criticism, especially from some men opposing feminism. This year, women won all categories of the country’s top literary prize, and new community spaces help women share their stories and grow as writers.
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Seen Aromi’s memoir about enjoying single life became a bestseller in early 2024 in South Korea.
Many men criticized her online, calling her selfish and accusing her of betraying the country.
Feminism is a very controversial topic in South Korea, leading to online attacks and social pushback.
Women won all six categories of the Yi Sang literary awards in 2024 for the first time.
Writing groups and reading rooms called guelbang provide support for women writers to develop their skills and community.
The MeToo movement from 2016 encouraged more women in South Korea to speak up and share their experiences.
Sales of translated Korean books have more than doubled in 2024 compared to last year.
Seen Aromi’s success led to an international translation deal with Penguin publishing.
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CBS Weekend News covered the situation at the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route. President Donald Trump expressed hope for a diplomatic solution to ongoing conflicts in the region.
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The Strait of Hormuz is an important waterway for global oil shipments.
Tensions or conflicts near the strait can affect international trade and security.
President Donald Trump spoke about the situation, showing optimism for diplomacy.
Diplomacy means solving problems through talks and agreement instead of fighting.
CBS News reported on these developments during their weekend news program.
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