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Severe thunderstorms and tornadoes are threatening several midwestern US states, including Oklahoma and Missouri. The storms can bring large hail, strong winds, and dangerous tornadoes, prompting weather officials to warn residents to stay indoors and take precautions.
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Severe thunderstorms are expected Friday afternoon and evening from northwest Oklahoma to western Missouri.
The storms can produce large hail about the size of a baseball, falling at speeds up to 107 mph (172 km/h).
Around 26 million people from Wisconsin to Oklahoma are under tornado watches.
A "particularly dangerous situation" tornado threat was declared in parts of Illinois and Wisconsin.
Recent storms have caused property damage, including broken windows, damaged roofs, and flooded roads.
A man was killed by lightning in Waukesha, Wisconsin during the storms.
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers declared a state of emergency to coordinate emergency response efforts.
Previous days brought tornadoes, hail, and floods to the central US region, adding to current damage and risks.
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A U.S. delegation visited Cuba last week to discuss political and economic reforms amid ongoing tensions. President Donald Trump’s administration has put pressure on Cuba through sanctions and is open to diplomacy but warns of security risks if Cuba’s leaders do not act.
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Senior U.S. State Department officials traveled to Cuba on a U.S. government plane, the first such visit since 2016.
The U.S. diplomats met with Raúl Guillermo Rodríguez Castro, a key figure in the Cuban government.
Discussions focused on political and economic reforms and the release of political prisoners in Cuba.
The U.S. offered Cuba access to Starlink, a satellite internet service by SpaceX.
Cuba is experiencing an energy crisis after U.S. threats to impose tariffs on countries exporting oil to the island.
President Trump said he may visit Cuba and wants to bring about significant change there.
Cuba plans to ease some foreign investment rules, but U.S. officials say this is not enough.
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel warned of preparing for a possible U.S. military action, though Cuba does not want conflict.
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Pope Leo visited Angola as part of his tour of Africa, following a large mass he held in Cameroon. During this trip, there was a public disagreement between Pope Leo and President Donald Trump.
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Pope Leo is on a multi-country tour of Africa.
He recently held a mass in Cameroon attended by about 120,000 people.
The trip's third stop was Angola.
There was an open clash between Pope Leo and President Donald Trump during this visit.
CBS News reported on the visit and clash, with input from a religion reporter at the Washington Post.
The coverage included video reports accessible through the CBS News app and web browsers.
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U.S. officials say that soon after the conflict with Iran began, China considered giving Iran advanced radar technology. This information comes from U.S. intelligence sources. The situation highlights concerns about China's role in the conflict.
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The conflict with Iran recently started.
U.S. intelligence noticed China thinking about providing advanced radar tools to Iran.
Radar technology helps detect and track objects like aircraft or missiles.
The information was reported by CBS News based on U.S. official sources.
The news raises questions about China's involvement in the Iran conflict.
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Iran’s foreign minister said the Strait of Hormuz is fully open to commercial ships during the current ceasefire in the Middle East conflict. President Donald Trump praised this but warned the US naval blockade of Iran will continue until the war ends, while some Iranian officials said they could close the strait again if the blockade does not stop.
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Iran’s foreign minister announced the Strait of Hormuz is open to commercial vessels for the rest of the ceasefire period.
President Trump said Iran agreed not to close the strait again, though this claim is not fully confirmed.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) gave only limited support to the opening and controls shipping routes.
Iran’s parliamentary speaker warned the strait could be closed again if the US blockade continues.
The US naval blockade on Iranian ports remains active during the conflict.
The Strait of Hormuz is a vital waterway for global oil transport.
Oil prices dropped after news of the strait reopening.
Few ships are likely to pass through the strait amid ongoing military and political tensions.
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President Donald Trump said that the complete reopening of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran is a positive event for the world. He also expressed gratitude to Gulf states for their strong support.
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Iran has fully opened the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key waterway important for global oil shipping.
President Trump called this reopening a great and positive event for the world.
He spoke about this at a Turning Point USA event.
President Trump thanked Gulf states for their significant support related to this situation.
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A fuel truck caught fire at a gas station in Hasakah, Syria, and then drove through the city while on fire, leaving a trail of flames behind it. The driver tried to reach a fire station to put out the fire. The incident injured seven people and destroyed several vehicles and a bus.
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The fuel truck caught fire at a gas station in Hasakah, Syria.
The burning truck drove through the city, leaving fire on the road.
The driver aimed to reach a fire station to control the blaze.
Seven people were injured in the incident.
Eleven vehicles and one bus were destroyed.
The report comes from Syria’s state news agency SANA and the Hasakah Health Directorate.
The event was captured on video by eyewitnesses.
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The United Nations emergency relief official warned the UN Security Council that South Sudan may face a severe famine and economic collapse. This danger comes as fighting in the country worsens and the UN reduces its peacekeeping forces there.
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Tom Fletcher is the UN Emergency Relief Coordinator.
He spoke to the UN Security Council about South Sudan's situation.
South Sudan is at risk of a large-scale famine, which means many people could face extreme hunger.
The country is also at risk of collapsing economically and socially.
Fighting and conflict in South Sudan have been getting worse.
The UN is cutting back its peacekeeping mission in South Sudan.
The reduction in peacekeepers may increase instability in the country.
The warning calls for urgent international attention and aid.
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Singer David Burke, known as d4vd, was arrested in connection with the death of a 14-year-old girl whose body was found in the trunk of his Tesla car. The arrest happened after police discovered the girl in September 2025.
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David Burke is a singer who uses the stage name d4vd.
He was arrested on suspicion of murder.
The body of a 14-year-old girl was found in the trunk of his Tesla vehicle.
The incident occurred in September 2025.
The case is currently under investigation by law enforcement.
CBS News reported on the arrest and the details surrounding the case.
The arrest took place in connection to the teen girl's death.
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A woman named Emma Kay shares photos from the daycare where her rescue dog Max goes. Max is a nervous dog who was abandoned as a puppy but has gained confidence and playful behavior thanks to the care he receives at the daycare in England.
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Max is a 6-year-old Manchester terrier rescued by Emma Kay as a puppy.
Max was once returned to a breeder due to excessive barking and bad behavior.
Max attends Doggy's Dolittle Creche & Grooming in Lancashire, England, about 3-4 days a week.
The daycare helps Max feel safe and socializes him with dogs and staff.
Photos from the daycare show Max’s playful and goofy side, which is usually hidden due to his anxiety.
Regular daycare helps dogs build confidence through socialization and predictable routines.
Kay appreciates the photos because they reveal a side of Max that few outside her family get to see.
TikTok users enjoyed the photos and praised the daycare environment.
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Europe may face a big shortage of jet fuel in about six weeks because of problems with the fuel supply. These problems are linked to the conflict in Iran and could affect summer travel overseas.
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The International Energy Agency (IEA) issued the warning about jet fuel shortages in Europe.
The shortage could start in about six weeks from now.
The problem comes from disruptions in the supply chain of jet fuel.
These supply chain problems are connected to the conflict in Iran.
A shortage of jet fuel can make air travel more difficult and expensive.
This issue is expected to impact summer travel overseas.
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CBS News correspondent Imtiaz Tyab became the first American network journalist to report from inside the Strait of Hormuz during the Iran war. The coverage gives viewers a rare look at this important and sensitive waterway.
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Imtiaz Tyab is a CBS News correspondent.
He reported from inside the Strait of Hormuz.
This is the first time an American network news reporter has done this during the Iran war.
The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow passage of water that is strategically important.
The report was shared through CBS News platforms.
The coverage occurred during ongoing conflict involving Iran.
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The foreign ministers of Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia met in Turkey to discuss peace efforts to end the war between the U.S. and Iran. President Trump said talks with Iran would continue over the weekend, with some progress made but important issues still unresolved.
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Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia held their third "quad" meeting to coordinate peace talks about the U.S.-Iran war.
Pakistan has been the main mediator, hosting recent discussions, while Egypt and Turkey play supporting roles.
Saudi Arabia is involved because of its strong influence in the Gulf region and connection to the Trump administration.
The inclusion of Saudi Arabia helps reduce the chance they might try to block the peace process.
Saudi Arabia has shown mixed messages, publicly supporting diplomacy but privately urging military action against Iran.
Saudi officials also express worry about ending the war too soon before Iran is weakened enough.
Saudi Arabia wants peace partly because the war has damaged its oil and energy facilities.
President Trump said he expects to resolve remaining differences in ongoing talks with Iran.
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A new vaccine given to pregnant women in the UK protects newborn babies from a lung infection caused by the RSV virus. The vaccine reduces hospital admissions of babies by around 80% when given at least four weeks before birth.
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RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) causes serious chest infections in many babies under one year old.
The vaccine has been offered to pregnant women from 28 weeks of pregnancy since 2024 in the UK.
It helps the mother’s immune system make antibodies that pass to the baby before birth.
A study of nearly 300,000 babies showed vaccinated mothers’ babies had much fewer hospital admissions for RSV.
Protection is strongest if the vaccine is given at least four weeks before birth but still helpful if given later.
About 64% of pregnant women in England are getting the RSV vaccine; in London, the rate is 53%.
Adults aged 75 or older and those living in care homes in the UK are also offered the RSV vaccine.
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Iran’s Parliament speaker Mohammad-Bagher Qalibaf said Iran will close the Strait of Hormuz again because of the U.S. blockade on its ports. This statement disagrees with President Donald Trump, who earlier said the strait was open for business.
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Iran’s Parliament speaker made the announcement about closing the Strait of Hormuz again.
The closure is a response to the U.S. blockade on Iranian ports.
President Donald Trump said the strait is still open for business earlier in the day.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key waterway for oil shipments.
The comments happened while President Trump was giving a speech in Arizona.
This situation highlights tensions between Iran and the United States.
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The UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is under intense pressure following a scandal involving Lord Mandelson’s failed security vetting for the US ambassador role. Meanwhile, the US and Iran have agreed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz for shipping during a two-week ceasefire, signaling a possible easing of tensions between the two countries.
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Sir Keir Starmer faces a crucial parliamentary hearing next week about the Mandelson vetting scandal.
Sir Olly Robbins, a former top Foreign Office official dismissed over the issue, will give evidence and deny full responsibility.
Starmer says he only recently learned about Mandelson’s failed security check, despite his appointment months earlier.
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has accused Starmer of lying to protect his position.
The Strait of Hormuz, an important shipping lane, will be open to commercial ships during a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran.
Iran’s foreign minister confirmed the waterway will remain open until the ceasefire ends next Tuesday.
The reopening of the strait follows an Israeli decision to stop bombing Hezbollah, Iran’s ally.
Netflix canceled a show featuring former One Direction members Louis Tomlinson and Zayn Malik after a reported argument.
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The "bike bus" movement encourages groups of children and adults to ride their bikes to school together, creating community and making travel safer. This idea, started by Sam Balto, is growing in many countries and has attracted attention from well-known people like singers Benson Boone and Justin Timberlake.
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The "bike bus" is a group bike ride to school.
It helps build a sense of community among participants.
It also aims to make traveling to school safer for kids.
Sam Balto founded the bike bus movement.
The movement is spreading worldwide.
Celebrities such as Benson Boone and Justin Timberlake have joined the bike bus rides.
The group rides encourage more people to bike instead of using cars.
The movement supports healthy and environmentally friendly transportation.
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Some people attending the Coachella music festival in California are setting up very fancy campsites by their cars, with beds, showers, and decorations. This style of "car camping" is popular at Coachella but is surprising some British festival-goers used to more basic camping.
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Coachella is a two-weekend music festival held in Palm Springs, California.
Many campers at Coachella are creating elaborate campsites with full-size beds, showers, and decorations behind their cars.
This form of camping is sometimes called "performative camping," where people decorate for social media attention.
A camper named Ali Calder shared videos of her decorated tent on TikTok, showing a girly themed site with a memory foam mattress and LED lights.
Car camping at Coachella was the festival’s most popular overnight option this year, costing around $500 for the camping spot and about $600 for a three-day ticket.
British festival attendees commented on the luxury of Coachella campsites, comparing it to their own simpler, muddy festival experiences.
Some campers said the fancy setups help create a friendly, safe environment where people share with each other.
Another camper said the large, well-equipped camps were needed to handle tough weather conditions at the festival.
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The article describes how some traditional British dishes are becoming rare, and a few home cooks are trying to bring them back by making and sharing them online. These recipes connect people with the past, but many risk being forgotten if not regularly cooked at home.
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Carrageenan pudding is a milk-based dessert using seaweed for texture and is one of several old British recipes being revived.
Food creator Annie Mae Herring shares videos of endangered British dishes, attracting emotional responses from viewers who remember eating them as children.
Other dishes featured include Staffordshire clanger, Brown Windsor soup, chocolate concrete, Sussex pond pudding, and Eve’s pudding.
Shannon McCarthy, a baker from Barnsley, also explores old regional recipes like panackelty stew, Staffordshire oatcakes, and Lancashire hotpot.
Food historian Dr Neil Buttery says many regional dishes, such as jugged hare and flummery, are at risk of disappearing.
Some well-known dishes like spotted dick are endangered because people rarely make them at home anymore.
High-end restaurants sometimes feature old British dishes, but their survival depends on home cooking.
Chef Anna Tobias supports old British desserts and serves them at her restaurant, Café Deco.
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Péter Magyar’s party won a large victory in Hungary’s recent election, ending Viktor Orbán’s 16 years in power. Magyar plans to form a new government soon and introduce changes, including limits on how long a prime minister can serve. Orbán acknowledged defeat but remains the leader of his party, which now has fewer seats in parliament.
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Péter Magyar’s party won 52% of the vote, giving them up to 140 seats in Hungary’s 199-seat parliament.
Viktor Orbán’s party, Fidesz, dropped from 135 seats to about 55.
Magyar secured an agreement to move up the start of the new parliament to early May.
Magyar plans to suspend public news programmes temporarily until new editors are appointed.
He aims to limit prime ministers to two terms, which would affect Orbán, who has served five terms.
Orbán admitted personal responsibility for the defeat but did not analyze campaign mistakes beyond a delayed nuclear project.
Fidesz plans a leadership review and possible renewal, with Orbán continuing as party leader for now.
The party faces challenges with younger voters and lacks a clear replacement for Orbán.
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