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The United States carried out new military strikes on Iran, even though President Donald Trump had said they would pause attacks during the seven-day funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The US said the strikes were in response to attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Key Facts
The US launched military strikes on Iran.
President Donald Trump had promised to pause attacks during Khamenei’s funeral.
The funeral lasted seven days.
Iran’s Supreme Leader is Ali Khamenei.
The US said the strikes responded to attacks on commercial ships.
The attacks on ships happened in the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway.
The US action occurred despite the announced pause.
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A cargo plane with five crew members disappeared off the coast of Karachi, Pakistan, after reporting a navigation problem. Search efforts are underway involving the navy and air force to find the missing Boeing 737 flying from the UAE to Karachi.
Key Facts
The plane went missing on Tuesday at 21:21 local time near Karachi, a city in southern Pakistan.
It was a Boeing 737 cargo plane operated by K2 Airways, a private airline based in Karachi.
The plane reported a navigation system issue shortly before it lost contact with air traffic control.
Five crew members were on board the flight from Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, to Karachi.
The plane showed unusual altitude changes before a sharp descent, according to flight tracking data.
Pakistan’s navy, air force, and other agencies are conducting the search operation.
K2 Airways stated they are cooperating fully with authorities and expressed hope for the crew’s safety.
The last major plane crash in Pakistan was in 2020, involving a passenger flight near Karachi that resulted in many fatalities.
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A skyscraper under construction in Manhattan became unstable after some support columns bent. This caused a large evacuation of nearby buildings while engineers try to make the tower safe again.
Key Facts
The skyscraper is located in Manhattan, New York City.
The building is still being built and is not finished.
Support columns in the building buckled, meaning they bent or gave way.
The instability caused nearby buildings to be evacuated for safety.
Engineers are currently working to stabilize the skyscraper.
No information about injuries was reported.
The evacuation was done to protect residents, workers, and visitors nearby.
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The conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran is affecting more than the Middle East. African countries are rethinking their energy supplies, security partnerships, and trade as global alliances become uncertain. This change is creating risks but also opportunities for Africa to diversify its partnerships and strengthen regional cooperation.
Key Facts
The US-Israel war on Iran is impacting oil markets, shipping routes, and financial stability worldwide.
African governments are reviewing their energy security and defense partnerships due to global uncertainty.
Iran is trying to increase political and security ties in Africa, especially where Western relations have weakened.
Russia and Turkey are expanding their military and security roles in Africa through arms deals and training programs.
Increased competition among external powers, rather than less foreign involvement, is expected in Africa’s security affairs.
Sudan’s civil war reflects wider regional rivalries and influence struggles linked to the Red Sea and external alliances.
Saudi Arabia and the UAE have not eased their rivalry over Sudan despite expectations related to the Iran conflict.
Maritime access and supply routes in the Red Sea are becoming more important due to the ongoing conflict.
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Typhoon Maysak caused heavy rains and severe flooding in southern China, especially in Guangxi province, displacing tens of thousands of people and killing at least 17. The storm also triggered tornadoes far from its landfall area, and President Xi Jinping has ordered full rescue and relief efforts.
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Typhoon Maysak hit southern China, causing heavy rain and flooding in Guangxi province.
Floodwaters rose quickly, submerging homes and forcing many residents to evacuate.
At least 17 people have died, hundreds are injured, and tens of thousands have been evacuated.
Flooding damaged rivers and caused dam walls to break, worsening the situation.
Tornadoes and thunderstorms were reported in Hubei province, hundreds of kilometers away.
Many people were trapped on rooftops with limited food and no communication or electricity.
Rescuers are using inflatable boats and wearing safety gear in flood-affected areas.
Another strong storm, Super Typhoon Bavi, is expected to hit China’s eastern coast soon.
Floodwaters have allowed snakes, including those from farms, to escape and pose a concern for residents.
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Marine Le Pen, a far-right French politician, announced she will run for president next year. An appeals court reduced her election ban, allowing her to participate despite a previous criminal conviction.
Key Facts
Marine Le Pen is a far-right politician in France.
She was convicted of embezzlement, which means she was found guilty of stealing money.
The court ordered her to wear a tracking bracelet as part of her punishment.
She was originally banned from running for any office for five years.
An appeals court shortened this election ban.
Because of the shortened ban, she announced she will run for president next year.
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People had to leave several buildings in Midtown Manhattan on Tuesday morning because bricks fell from a nearby construction site. Anil Agrawal, a professor who studies building structures, explained what might be causing the problem.
Key Facts
Bricks fell from a construction site in Midtown Manhattan.
This caused several buildings nearby to be evacuated for safety.
The incident happened on a Tuesday morning.
Anil Agrawal is a professor and the chair of structural engineering at City College of New York.
Agrawal provided an expert analysis of the unstable building situation.
The report was covered by CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano.
The event raised safety concerns about the construction site and nearby buildings.
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The U.S. military conducted strikes against Iran following attacks on oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. Central Command said the strikes happened on Tuesday in response to these tanker attacks.
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The U.S. military launched strikes against Iran.
The strikes took place on a Tuesday.
These actions came after attacks on oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is an important waterway for global oil transportation.
The U.S. Central Command announced the strikes.
CBS News reported on the timeline leading up to the strikes.
Senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata provided further details.
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Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, resigned as MP for Clacton to trigger a by-election amid scrutiny over a £5 million donation from a cryptocurrency billionaire. Rival parties have refused to contest the by-election, calling Farage’s move a stunt, while investigations into the donation have been suspended. In related news, Prince Harry and others lost a privacy case against Associated Newspapers, with the High Court rejecting all allegations.
Key Facts
Nigel Farage resigned as MP for Clacton to provoke a by-election.
Farage faces two parliamentary investigations about a £5 million gift from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne.
The donation was reported to the National Crime Agency due to money laundering concerns, but Farage denies any wrongdoing.
Rival parties including the Conservatives, Labour, and Liberal Democrats said they will not stand in the by-election.
The by-election could cost taxpayers more than £200,000.
Farage said his move was to let the people decide and to challenge the “establishment.”
Prince Harry and six others lost a High Court privacy case against Associated Newspapers.
The court rejected all allegations, calling it a win for press freedom.
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The U.S. military responded to recent attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz by Iran with a retaliatory strike. At the same time, world leaders met in Turkey for the annual NATO summit to discuss international security issues.
Key Facts
The U.S. military took action against Iran following attacks on ships in a key waterway called the Strait of Hormuz.
This response was confirmed by the U.S. Central Command, the military body overseeing U.S. operations in the Middle East.
The Strait of Hormuz is a strategic location used for global shipping and oil transportation.
The attacks by Iran increased tensions in the region.
World leaders were in Turkey for the NATO summit, an annual meeting focused on security and cooperation among member countries.
The U.S. and other NATO members discussed global security challenges during the summit.
The strike took place on a Tuesday, as the NATO meetings were ongoing.
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The U.S. has launched new military strikes against Iran in response to attacks near the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, more Democratic politicians are asking Graham Platner to stop his campaign.
Key Facts
The U.S. conducted new strikes targeting Iranian forces.
These strikes were a reaction to attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway.
The Strait of Hormuz is an important route for global oil shipments.
Several Democrats have publicly called on Graham Platner to end his political campaign.
The news was covered on CBS News in the program "7/7: The Takeout with Major Garrett."
The situation reflects ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
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Veterinarian Ruth MacPete explains that cats can become overweight when owners feed them too much without realizing it. She lists five signs of overfeeding, including leaving food out all day, slow weight gain, difficulty jumping, poor grooming, and less play activity.
Key Facts
Many cat owners leave food available all day, which can lead cats to eat too much.
Treats should only make up about 5 to 10 percent of a cat’s daily calories.
Gradual weight gain in cats is hard to notice without veterinary help.
Veterinarians use a body condition score from 1 (very thin) to 9 (obese) to assess a cat’s weight.
Overweight cats may struggle to jump onto furniture or favorite spots.
Extra weight can make it harder for cats to groom themselves properly.
Cats that are overweight may stop playing as much and become less active.
Obesity in cats can lead to health problems like arthritis, diabetes, and liver disease.
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A large building in Manhattan, New York City, showed signs of structural damage when steel beams bent on Tuesday. This caused concerns about the building possibly collapsing and led to many people being evacuated for safety.
Key Facts
The building is located in the center of Manhattan, New York City.
Steel beams inside the building bent, which is unusual and dangerous.
The damage raised fears that the building might collapse.
Authorities decided to evacuate many people from the building.
The incident happened on a Tuesday.
News coverage was provided by CBS News.
The exact cause of the steel beams bending was not reported.
Officials are likely investigating to ensure public safety.
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Law enforcement agencies in the U.S., Canada, and Europe charged 37 members of Indian crime groups, including their leader, for crimes like kidnapping, drug trafficking, and murder. The charges are connected to the assassination of a Sikh activist in Canada in 2023, which caused tensions between Canada and India.
Key Facts
Thirty-seven people linked to three India-based crime groups were charged with serious crimes.
The charges include involvement in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Sikh activist in Canada.
Nijjar was shot outside a temple where he was president in 2023.
The killing made Canada and India’s diplomatic relationship worse.
Lawrence Bishnoi and Satinderjeet Singh allegedly planned the assassination; Bishnoi is arrested, Singh is still wanted.
These criminal groups are involved in violence, drug trafficking, kidnapping, and extortion.
Nijjar supported the Khalistan movement, seeking a separate Sikh homeland.
Canada has the largest Sikh population outside India, causing ongoing political tension between the countries.
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Parts of the UK are expected to face an extreme marine heatwave this week, with sea temperatures rising 4-5°C above normal in some areas. This heatwave is linked to recent high air temperatures and long-term ocean warming caused by climate change, which threatens marine plants and animals.
Key Facts
The marine heatwave is strongest off eastern and southern England.
Sea temperatures could be 4-5°C higher than average in affected areas.
Warm seas stress marine habitats like seagrasses and kelp forests, causing damage or death.
Cool-water species like cod are moving north, while warm-water species like octopus are increasing around the UK’s south-west coast.
Increased octopus populations can harm shellfish like crabs, lobsters, and scallops since octopuses eat them.
The heatwave is fueled by "heat domes" that previously caused record air temperatures in May and June.
Marine heatwaves have become more frequent and severe due to human-caused climate change and warmer oceans.
Experts warn marine heatwaves may become normal by the middle to end of this century if greenhouse gas emissions are not reduced.
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Reform UK Deputy Leader Richard Tice has asked the National Crime Agency (NCA) to investigate whether it leaked his private financial information to the media. The financial details were flagged to the NCA under its Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) program, which monitors possible money laundering but keeps information confidential.
Key Facts
Richard Tice requested the NCA investigate a possible leak of his private financial data.
The NCA does not confirm or deny receiving Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) or comment on their use.
SARs are confidential, and revealing them without permission is against the law under the Proceeds of Crime Act.
Tice’s company received an £80,000 loan from George Cottrell, an ally of Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.
A think tank owned by Tice got a £1 million donation from Cottrell's mother.
Britain Means Business, the think tank, donated £500,000 to Reform UK in June 2024.
The NCA flagged these payments in its SARs program, which reported over 866,000 cases in 2024/25 related to potential money laundering.
George Cottrell is involved in a political controversy over support given to Nigel Farage before Farage became an MP, with debates over whether declared gifts followed parliamentary rules.
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This winter, a strong El Niño weather pattern is expected to bring more storms and heavy rain to the southern United States. Travelers who head south to avoid cold weather might face risks like flooding and severe thunderstorms, especially in states like Florida, Texas, and California.
Key Facts
El Niño is a climate pattern in the Pacific Ocean that affects weather around the world.
This El Niño is developing rapidly and could become very strong during winter 2026-27.
Strong El Niño usually shifts storm paths to the southern U.S., causing more rain and storms there.
The storm path may stretch from California to the Gulf and Atlantic coasts, increasing rain and flooding risks.
Areas like Florida, Texas, and the Carolinas could see more flooding, flash floods, and travel delays.
Southern California might get heavier rain, which can help drought but also cause floods and landslides.
More people, including retirees and remote workers, travel south in winter, a practice called "snowbirding."
Increased storms could disrupt these winter travelers more than usual this year.
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El-Obeid, a city in central Sudan, has been hit by increasing drone strikes amid the ongoing conflict between Sudan's army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The attacks have caused many injuries and deaths, with concerns about worsening violence and human rights abuses.
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El-Obeid is a city of about 500,000 people and is strategically important in Sudan’s war.
The city is controlled by the Sudanese army but has faced 27 drone strikes in June, the highest number since the war started.
At least 45 people were killed and 41 injured in 15 drone strikes during June, according to the UN.
The city has been under siege conditions for 18 months, with reports of executions, abductions, torture, and sexual violence along escape routes.
Medical staff in El-Obeid are overwhelmed with casualties, including severe injuries to children.
Human rights groups warn the violence could become as severe as past massacres in other Sudanese cities, but the RSF denies planning large-scale ethnic attacks in El-Obeid.
Control of El-Obeid is key because it lies on the road to Sudan’s capital, Khartoum.
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The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has lifted the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee, allowing Russian athletes to compete under their flag and anthem at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. This decision comes despite protests from Ukraine, which is currently at war with Russia, and varies by individual sports organizations.
Key Facts
The IOC provisionally ended the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee on August 7, 2026.
Russian athletes no longer have to be vetted before competing and can represent Russia fully at the 2028 Olympics.
The decision follows a similar move allowing Belarusian athletes, who are Russia’s allies, back under their national identities.
IOC President Kirsty Coventry said athletes should not be punished for their government’s actions.
Ukraine’s sports minister strongly opposed the decision, citing ongoing conflict and recent attacks by Russia.
The IOC continues to support Ukraine financially and expresses solidarity with Ukrainian athletes.
Some sports groups, like World Athletics and FIFA, continue to ban Russian athletes from their competitions.
Russia’s Olympic Committee was suspended in 2023 for including sports groups from occupied parts of Ukraine, but the IOC says Russia pledged not to operate in those areas.
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The UK is experiencing amber and yellow heat-health alerts due to a heatwave expected to last several days, with temperatures reaching up to 36°C (97°F) in southern England. The heatwave could be one of the longest since 1976, affecting health services and causing increased risks, especially for older people and those with health problems.
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Amber heat-health alerts cover the Midlands, eastern, and southern England until 9 p.m. on July 12.
Yellow alerts are in place for northern England during the same period.
Temperatures will vary from mid-20s Celsius in the north to mid-30s in the south, peaking at 36°C.
Parts of southern and eastern England have already entered a heatwave with three days above threshold temperatures.
The heat will spread to Northern Ireland and Scotland, with temperatures in the high 20s Celsius.
An easterly wind later this week will cool eastern parts of the UK but increase heat in central southern England and South Wales.
The heatwave may last up to 14 consecutive days in some southern areas, making it one of the longest since 1976.
Humidity levels are expected to be lower than the late-June heatwave, making the heat feel less intense.
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