Ethiopia and Eritrea have accused each other of aggression at the United Nations as fighting grows in northern Ethiopia’s Tigray region. Ethiopia says Eritrean troops crossed its border, while Eritrea denies this and warns that war could harm both countries and the wider region.
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Ethiopia claims Eritrean forces advanced about 60 km into the Tigray region, violating Ethiopian territory.
Ethiopian Foreign Minister cited the UN Charter’s right to self-defense in response to Eritrea’s alleged actions.
Eritrea denied entering Ethiopia and called Ethiopia’s claims an excuse for a military attack.
Eritrea criticized Ethiopia’s declaration of war and asked the UN to take measures against it.
The two countries have a history of conflict, including a border war from 1998 to 2000 and fighting in Tigray from 2020 to 2022.
Ethiopia wants access to the Red Sea through Eritrean ports, which Eritrea opposes for security reasons.
Experts say the claims from both sides have some truth but remain hard to fully verify.
The dispute involves broader regional issues, including tensions over the Nile River and security in the Horn of Africa.
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In 2022, Vittorio Boiocchi, an Inter Milan fan, was shot outside his home in Milan, followed by the murder of a rival mafia boss. These killings reveal a hidden connection between violent football fan groups in Italy and the mafia, showing how organized crime affects Italy’s national sport.
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Vittorio Boiocchi was a lifelong supporter of Inter Milan football club.
He was killed outside his home in Milan in 2022.
Shortly after, a leader of a rival mafia group was stabbed to death.
The murders reveal a link between football ultras (violent fan groups) and the mafia in Italy.
This connection highlights a fight for control within Italian football.
The story was covered in a True Crime Reports episode produced by Al Jazeera Originals.
The episode used illustrations created with the help of AI software.
Experts involved include sports journalist Francesco Porzio and law sociology professor Anna Sergi.
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There have been many attacks on ships near the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil shipping route, as fighting between the US and Israel against Iran continues. Iran claims it will respond to any attacks and wants to make a deal to allow safe passage of ships, but talks to end the conflict remain stalled.
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The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy said a large oil tanker hit a naval mine and caught fire after using an unauthorized route near the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran warned other tankers to follow the rules or face similar consequences.
A senior Iranian military official said Iran is ready for both defense and attacks and has already hit enemy ships.
The UK Maritime Trade Operations reported multiple military incidents in the Strait of Hormuz and nearby waters.
The UAE coastguard rescued 22 crew members after a fire on an oil tanker near its coast.
US Central Command released footage of a US fighter jet disabling a cargo ship as part of a naval blockade on Iran’s ports.
Since the blockade began in July, US forces have stopped or destroyed several ships linked to Iran oil exports.
Ship attacks have reduced the amount of oil passing through the Strait by about 40%, disrupting global energy flows.
Iran wants to reopen the Strait under an older agreement and a new deal with Oman, but negotiations are stuck.
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Christine Quaiff helps find lost dogs in Richmond, Virginia. Recently, she helped find two Goldendoodles, Bailee and Tobey, who ran away after their owner had a serious car accident.
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Christine Quaiff is known for finding lost dogs and reuniting them with their owners.
She works around Richmond, Virginia.
Bailee and Tobey are two Goldendoodle dogs.
The dogs escaped after their owner, Annie Olup, was in a nearly fatal car accident.
The search for Bailee and Tobey ended with an emotional reunion.
Steve Hartman reported the story for CBS News.
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An Australian podcast called Shadow of Doubt caused a 10-month delay in the trial of William “Rob” Gilfillan, a man already serving a long jail term for child abuse. The podcast questioned his earlier conviction, which led to concerns about the fairness of the new trial.
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William “Rob” Gilfillan is serving a 48-year jail term for abusing his daughter.
He faced a new trial in Victoria for abusing two schoolgirls in the 1980s.
The jury was not allowed to hear about his previous convictions due to legal rules.
The podcast Shadow of Doubt suggested Gilfillan’s 2016 conviction might be wrong.
The podcast caused online discussions that could influence the jury and public opinion.
The court delayed jury selection until December 2025 to protect the trial’s fairness.
Gilfillan was found guilty in December and sentenced to an additional 7.5 years, to run at the same time as his current sentence.
Authorities investigated how a journalist interviewed Gilfillan and his ex-wife in jail.
The victim said the podcast harmed her mental health after restrictions on her identity were lifted.
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Australia has never intentionally reduced its net overseas migration to below zero, meaning more people leaving than arriving, except during crises like wars or economic collapses. Some political leaders want to sharply cut migration to reduce housing costs, but experts warn this could harm the economy and government revenue.
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Australia has only had negative net migration during major events like the world wars, the Great Depression, and the COVID-19 pandemic.
No Australian government has purposely pushed permanent migration to zero before.
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson plans to reverse migration for three years to lower housing prices and rents.
One Nation claims cutting temporary migrants by 766,000 over three years could reduce rental inflation by 6.5%.
Economists say such a large migration cut would reduce exports, especially from universities, and lower government revenue.
Negative migration for several years could cause a prolonged economic downturn.
The opposition Coalition party also wants to cut net migration to 100,000 annually, down from the current 225,000–300,000 target.
Business groups warn that lower migration would hurt industries relying on temporary workers, like healthcare and agriculture.
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Clint Hill was a Secret Service agent who was at the scene when President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. He is known for climbing onto the presidential limousine to protect First Lady Jackie Kennedy and later gave an interview about the event in 1975.
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Clint Hill worked as a Secret Service agent assigned to protect President John F. Kennedy.
He was present in Dallas during the assassination of President Kennedy on November 22, 1963.
Hill climbed onto the presidential limousine to shield First Lady Jackie Kennedy after the shooting.
Photographs of Hill’s actions were widely published in newspapers.
In 1975, Clint Hill spoke about his experiences with journalist Mike Wallace on 60 Minutes.
The interview was part of the 60 Minutes news program archive.
The article lists other 60 Minutes episodes and topics but focuses on Clint Hill’s story.
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Japan and Italy have shown how other countries and private groups can join and take part in the Artemis space program. Their participation offers a way for more partners to get involved in future missions.
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Japan and Italy are part of the Artemis program.
Their involvement serves as an example for other nations and private organizations.
The Artemis program is a space exploration effort.
The partnership encourages wider international and private sector cooperation.
This model aims to help expand participation in upcoming Artemis missions.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy defended Ukraine’s attacks on Russian oil refineries, saying they are a response to Russian strikes on Ukrainian energy sites. President Donald Trump criticized these attacks, warning they worsen the global diesel fuel shortage, and urged Ukraine to stop targeting the refineries.
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Ukraine is attacking Russian oil refineries in response to Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.
President Zelenskyy says Ukraine wants peace and is ready for a ceasefire if Russia stops its attacks.
Zelenskyy requested President Trump to tell Russia to stop attacking Ukraine’s energy facilities.
President Trump says striking Russian refineries causes global diesel fuel shortages and should stop.
Trump accused Zelenskyy of refusing to end the ongoing war that began with Russia’s invasion in 2022.
Zelenskyy said Ukraine will hold elections if Russia agrees to a 60-day ceasefire.
The conflict has caused wider global energy problems due to damaged refineries and fuel supply disruption.
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A man entered the tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park and was attacked by a tiger named Altai, resulting in the man’s death. The park confirmed the tiger will not be put down and is providing support to staff affected by the incident.
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The incident happened at Yorkshire Wildlife Park near Doncaster.
Police were called at 1.35 pm on Saturday after the man entered the tiger enclosure.
The man died at the scene despite emergency services’ efforts.
The tiger involved is named Altai and will not be euthanised.
The park closed for the day and offered specialist support to its staff.
The man’s family was informed and supported by police.
Visitors reported confusion and fear during the evacuation.
The tiger enclosure is part of a 2-acre reserve for endangered Amur tigers.
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Hurricane Isaias caused widespread power outages and damage as it moved from Florida into Alabama and further north. The storm led to at least four deaths, heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding risks across southeastern US states, with emergency aid activated by President Trump.
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About 396,000 customers in the Florida Panhandle and southern Alabama lost power early Sunday due to Isaias.
Isaias made landfall as a category 2 hurricane near Destin, Florida on Friday.
Four people died because of the storm, including victims of falling trees and carbon monoxide poisoning from a generator.
Heavy rain and strong winds continue to threaten the southeastern US, with risks of flash flooding and downed power lines.
Damage included roofs blown off buildings and boathouses destroyed, especially in Pensacola, Destin, and Panama City Beach.
President Donald Trump approved emergency declarations for Florida, Alabama, and Georgia to allow federal aid.
The US Energy Department authorized the use of oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to keep fuel supplies steady.
Meanwhile, tropical storms Simon and Rachel were forming near Mexico, bringing additional rain and wind risks.
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The CBS News program "Sunday Morning" remembered several notable people who recently passed away, including actress Eva Marie Saint. The segment highlighted their contributions and legacies.
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"Sunday Morning" featured an "In memoriam" segment.
Academy Award-winning actress Eva Marie Saint was among those remembered.
The program honors notable figures who have died in the past week.
The segment focuses on their careers and impact.
Eva Marie Saint won an Oscar during her acting career.
The tribute aims to recognize important cultural and historical figures.
CBS News regularly includes such remembrance segments in their programming.
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Smaller towns in the western United States are more at risk of water shortages during droughts because they rely mainly on one water source, mainly Lake Powell or Lake Mead. Large cities like Phoenix and Las Vegas have backup systems, but places like Page and LeChee in Arizona and Boulder City in Nevada are more vulnerable if water levels drop too low.
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Smaller towns often have one main water source and fewer backup options.
Page, Arizona, gets all its water from Lake Powell and could lose water if the lake’s level drops too much.
The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation built a lower-elevation water intake at Glen Canyon Dam in 2023 to help Page and nearby LeChee keep water during low lake levels.
LeChee, on the Navajo Nation, also depends heavily on Lake Powell for water.
Boulder City, Nevada, relies on Lake Mead and doesn’t recycle water back into the lake like other nearby communities.
Henderson and other parts of the Las Vegas Valley rely heavily on water from Lake Mead through regional water authorities.
Federal efforts are ongoing to assess and reduce water risks for these communities.
Developing new water supplies is expensive, especially for smaller communities with fewer customers to share costs.
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Israeli authorities have placed iron gates and checkpoints in Hebron’s Old City, severely limiting Palestinian residents’ movement in areas controlled by the Israeli military. These restrictions have made daily life difficult, slowed economic activity, and increased hardships for about 7,000 Palestinians living in a zone known as H2.
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Hebron’s Old City has new iron gates installed on key roads used by Palestinians.
The H2 area of Hebron is under full Israeli military control, with many movement restrictions.
Approximately 7,000 Palestinians live in the H2 area alongside hundreds of Israeli settlers.
Checkpoints in H2 restrict Palestinian movement, often open only from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Palestinians can face long waits at checkpoints, sometimes influenced by soldiers’ decisions.
The restrictions began increasing notably after an incident in 1994, when a settler killed 29 Palestinians at the Ibrahimi Mosque.
Movement limits and closures have hurt Hebron’s economy and made daily tasks challenging.
The United Nations reports Hebron has 40% of West Bank checkpoints and 11% of all movement obstacles.
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A CBS News correspondent traveled to Valencia, Spain, to explore how paella, a traditional rice dish, is made in its original way. The report shows the different traditional methods used to prepare and serve paella in the region where it started.
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Paella is a well-known rice dish from Spain.
The traditional recipe and preparation of paella come from Valencia.
Many variations of paella exist today, but the video focuses on the original methods.
Seth Doane is the CBS News correspondent who reported from Valencia.
The piece aims to show how paella is traditionally cooked and served.
This report was shared as part of a CBS News video segment.
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Noah Kahan is a singer-songwriter from Vermont who became famous after posting a song on TikTok in 2020. His albums "Stick Season" and "The Great Divide" have been very popular, and he is known for writing music about personal struggles and everyday life.
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Noah Kahan grew up in Vermont and often writes songs about his home and life experiences.
In 2020, he posted a part of a song on TikTok, which gained a lot of attention and helped launch his career.
His 2022 album "Stick Season" brought him major success, including multi-platinum sales and two Grammy nominations.
Kahan’s music deals with themes like friendships ending, mental health, and personal challenges.
Fans appreciate the intimate and personal feel of his concerts.
His follow-up album, "The Great Divide," released in April, has been even more successful, with every song debuting on the Billboard Hot 100.
Despite his success, Kahan continues to talk openly about his struggles with mental health and self-image.
He emphasizes the importance of stepping back to find artistic creativity in a healthy way.
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Leaders of the Cockroach Janta Party in India say the Modi government is acting against its own people to protect the election commissioner. They accuse Gyanesh Kumar of taking away voters’ rights to help Prime Minister Modi’s party.
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The Cockroach Janta Party leaders were detained for 24 hours before making these statements.
They claim the Modi government is “waging war” on Indian citizens.
Their main concern is protecting the election commissioner, Gyanesh Kumar.
They accuse Kumar of disenfranchising voters, meaning taking away their right to vote.
The alleged voter suppression is said to favor Prime Minister Modi’s BJP party.
These are the Cockroach Janta Party’s first comments after being released from detention.
The situation is connected to upcoming or recent election-related events in India.
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Singer-songwriter Noah Kahan talked about how his home state, Vermont, inspires his music. He also discussed handling fame, writing his latest album "The Great Divide," and starting a mental health charity called The Busybody Project.
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Noah Kahan is a singer and songwriter from Vermont.
Vermont has been a major inspiration for his music.
His latest album is titled "The Great Divide."
He shared how he deals with becoming famous.
Kahan founded a mental health non-profit named The Busybody Project.
The interview was conducted by Luke Burbank.
The conversation was part of an extended CBS News segment.
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Flu cases in England are rising earlier than usual, with more people visiting emergency departments for flu-like symptoms. Health experts say getting vaccinated is the best way to protect against the flu this season.
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Flu activity in September 2024 is higher than in the same period during the past four winters.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) reports rising flu trends since August, with increased GP visits and emergency department attendances.
Flu vaccination is free for children and higher-risk groups; others can get it through work or pay privately.
Two flu A virus subtypes (H1N1 and H3N2) and influenza B are currently circulating in England.
An early flu season may lead to a longer period of transmission and more cases but does not always mean a worse season.
Last winter’s vaccination program in England is estimated to have prevented about 100,000 hospital admissions and 7,000 deaths.
Experts advise people with flu symptoms to stay home, wash hands well, and avoid close contact with others.
Rising Covid cases mean eligible people are also encouraged to get Covid and RSV vaccinations.
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Julia Donaldson is a popular children's author known for creating "The Gruffalo," a story about a clever mouse and a monster. Her books have sold millions worldwide, and her latest book "Gruffalo Granny" is the best-selling book in the UK this year.
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Julia Donaldson has sold over 75 million books worldwide.
She started writing children's books in her late 40s after working as a songwriter.
"The Gruffalo," published in 1999, became a modern classic and was made into a film.
Illustrator Axel Scheffler created the image of the Gruffalo and did not expect it to become so popular.
Donaldson's latest book is "Gruffalo Granny," dedicated to her late husband.
"Gruffalo Granny" is currently the UK’s best-selling book across all genres.
In the US, her most popular book is "Room on the Broom."
Donaldson believes reading children's books helps develop empathy and imagination in kids.
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