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Egypt lost a close and controversial soccer match to Argentina in the World Cup, ending their historic run. The game featured a late comeback by Argentina, referee decisions that upset many fans, and a call by Egypt’s coach to address alleged racism during the match.
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Egypt lost 3-2 to Argentina after leading 2-0, with Argentina scoring late goals to win.
A goal by Egypt was canceled after a Video Assistant Referee (VAR) review.
Egypt received four yellow cards, including one for their coach, Hossam Hassan.
Coach Hassan made an “X” gesture to flag racial abuse according to FIFA’s anti-racism rules, but the game was not stopped immediately.
Egypt’s win against Australia marked their first advance to the World Cup round of 32 in history.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi praised the team for their performance and said the future looked brighter.
The Palestinian ambassador and fans criticized referee decisions and linked the match’s significance to Palestinian struggles.
Egypt’s Mostafa Ziko called the referee’s decisions unfair and oppressive after the match.
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A French appeals court found Marine Le Pen guilty of embezzlement and ordered her to wear an electronic ankle monitor as part of her sentence. She plans to run for president in 2024 but may have to wear the monitor during her campaign if her appeal fails.
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Marine Le Pen was convicted of embezzlement by a Paris appeals court.
The court ordered her to wear an electronic ankle monitor as part of the punishment.
Under French law, electronic monitoring is used to reduce prison overcrowding.
The monitor restricts leaving home except during authorized hours set by a judge.
Le Pen says she will run for president in 2024 despite the conviction and possible monitoring.
France’s highest court will decide on her appeal before the election.
If the appeal fails, a judge will set the details of her monitoring and permitted movements.
Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy also wore an electronic monitor after a corruption conviction.
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The funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been ongoing for several days, with his coffin recently moved to Najaf, Iraq. Large crowds have gathered in Iran to honor him, while some critics have remained silent.
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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader, passed away.
His multi-day funeral began on Saturday.
The coffin was recently transported to Najaf in Iraq.
Many people in Iran have attended the funeral to pay respects.
Some critics in Iran have not spoken out during the funeral events.
A special correspondent reported from Tehran about the funeral and reactions.
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A building in New York City became unstable, leading to evacuations for safety. At the same time, heavy rains caused severe flooding along the East Coast of the United States.
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An unstable building in New York City forced people to leave the area to stay safe.
The East Coast experienced heavy rainfalls.
These rains led to severe flooding in multiple areas along the coast.
The flooding disrupted daily life and caused concerns for residents.
Authorities responded by issuing evacuation orders and warnings.
The situation was covered by CBS Evening News on July 7.
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Mariska Hargitay, known for her role on "Law and Order: SVU," will host the Emmy Awards on September 14. She is the first woman to host the event in 15 years, according to the Television Academy.
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Mariska Hargitay stars in the TV show "Law and Order: SVU."
She will host the Emmy Awards ceremony.
The event will take place on September 14.
The Television Academy announced Hargitay as the host.
She is the first female host of the Emmys in 15 years.
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President Donald Trump is thinking about selling U.S. F-35 fighter jets to Turkey. He spoke positively about his relationship with Turkey’s President Tayyip Erdoğan during a NATO summit held in Turkey.
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President Trump attended a NATO summit in Turkey.
He discussed the possibility of selling F-35 fighter jets to Turkey.
F-35 jets are advanced military aircraft used by the U.S. and allies.
Turkey is the host country for the NATO summit.
President Trump praised his relationship with Turkish President Erdoğan.
The news was reported by CBS News and included expert analysis from a former U.S. Ambassador to Turkey.
The article focuses on U.S.-Turkey relations and military sales.
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Some hospitals are using art to help patients of all ages recover better. This approach is gaining attention as studies show art can improve health outcomes.
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Hospitals are including art activities to support patient recovery.
This approach is used for patients from young children to adults.
Research shows that art can positively affect health results.
The use of art in healthcare is part of a growing trend.
The information comes from a special report by Mike Cerre.
This topic is covered in the ongoing CANVAS health and arts series.
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US prosecutors arrested 24 people in the US, Canada, and Europe for connections to three organized crime groups based in India, including the Bishnoi gang. These groups are linked to crimes such as the killing of Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada and are accused of drug trafficking, extortion, and violent attacks.
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24 suspects were arrested in the US, Canada, and Europe for ties to India-based crime syndicates.
The groups include the Bishnoi gang, known for violent crimes and drug trafficking.
The suspects face charges related to the 2023 killing of Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada.
Nijjar was a Sikh separatist leader who wanted an independent Sikh state called Khalistan.
Lawrence Bishnoi and Satinderjeet "Goldy Brar" Singh are accused of ordering Nijjar’s murder; Bishnoi is jailed, and Brar is still free.
Canada has labeled the Bishnoi gang as a terrorist group to seize their assets.
Law enforcement seized about 1,000 kg of cocaine, 1 kg of heroin, $40,000 in cash, and a dozen guns during the investigation.
Multiple agencies, including the FBI and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, worked together on the investigation.
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A U.K. judge dismissed Prince Harry's lawsuit accusing the Daily Mail publisher of invading his privacy, saying he did not provide enough proof. The court found the publisher’s reporting could have come from legal sources, ending Harry’s legal efforts against the tabloid.
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Prince Harry sued Associated Newspapers Ltd., publisher of the Daily Mail, for invading his privacy.
The judge ruled Harry failed to prove unlawful activity by the publisher.
The judge said the publisher might have used legitimate sources for the information.
Harry and six other claimants, including Elton John and Elizabeth Hurley, sought damages.
Legal costs for both sides could exceed 50 million pounds ($67 million).
Harry had some previous legal wins against other tabloids, including The Sun and the Daily Mirror.
The ruling came during Harry’s visit to the U.K., amid efforts to reconcile with King Charles III.
Harry blames the press for harming his family and personal life, including the death of his mother, Princess Diana.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for opposing support of Israel, citing Mamdani’s comment that Israel favors Jewish citizens over others. Netanyahu responded by highlighting that Israel is the only democracy in the Middle East and that 20% of its population is Muslim.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke against NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s position on Israel.
Mamdani said he could not support Israel because it privileges Jewish citizens over other religious groups.
Netanyahu called this view “absurd.”
Netanyahu stated Israel is the only democracy in the Middle East.
He pointed out that 20% of Israeli citizens are Muslims.
The disagreement occurred publicly on Tuesday.
Mamdani is a Democrat and the mayor of New York City.
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Rahm Emanuel, the former U.S. Ambassador to Japan, plans to criticize Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a speech at Tel Aviv University. Emanuel is expected to say that the current U.S.-Israel relationship cannot continue as it is.
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Rahm Emanuel served as the U.S. Ambassador to Japan.
He will give a speech at Tel Aviv University.
The speech is expected to criticize Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Emanuel will say the U.S.-Israeli relationship cannot continue unchanged.
The speech draft is nearly finalized and scheduled for Wednesday.
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The U.S. military launched strikes against Iran in response to attacks on three commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route. These attacks, carried out by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, followed a recent drone strike on another vessel and increased tensions between the two countries despite ongoing indirect talks about maritime security.
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Three commercial ships were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz by Iran’s Revolutionary Guard over two days.
One attack involved a drone, and the other two used unknown projectiles.
No one was reported injured in these attacks.
The U.K. Maritime Trade Operations issued warnings about the attacks but did not name the ships.
The U.S. retaliated by launching military strikes against Iran.
The U.S. revoked Iran’s license to export oil in response to the attacks.
Iran condemned the U.S. actions and said it will defend its national interests.
Saudi Arabia condemned the attacks on its tanker, and Qatar condemned attacks on its tanker.
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The United States and Iran are trying to negotiate a permanent end to their conflict, but they still disagree on many issues. Recent military attacks have paused, and further talks are expected soon, though Iran and the U.S. disagree on when those talks will happen.
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Iran launched drone and missile attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait in response to new U.S. airstrikes.
Iran warned it might stop peace talks if the U.S. continues attacks.
The U.S. President Donald Trump said a meeting with Iran would happen soon, but Iran denied any scheduled talks.
Both sides have a deadline of less than 60 days to finalize a peace deal.
Technical talks by lower-level diplomats are expected before senior officials meet again.
The Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route, is disputed: the U.S. says it is open, while Iran wants control over it.
Both sides have paused their recent military actions for now.
Pakistan and Qatar are helping mediate the negotiations.
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The U.S. military attacked Iranian targets after three merchant ships were hit near Oman in the Strait of Hormuz. The strikes aimed to punish Iran for what the U.S. called aggressive actions against commercial ships in international waters.
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Three merchant ships were struck in international waters off Oman in the Strait of Hormuz.
The U.S. Central Command said the attacks were to impose heavy costs on Iran for targeting innocent civilians on commercial ships.
The U.S. described Iran’s actions as aggressive, dangerous, and a violation of a ceasefire.
President Donald Trump met with Turkey’s leader before a NATO summit and announced plans to lift sanctions on Turkey, possibly allowing F-35 jet sales.
Trump criticized NATO’s ability to work without U.S. leadership and expressed frustration about allies not joining the Iran conflict.
Trump also suggested that Greenland should be controlled by the United States instead of Denmark.
NATO leaders are working to strengthen military capabilities to respond to shifting U.S. focus away from Europe.
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The United States launched military strikes against Iran after several ships were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global oil transport. The strikes aim to respond to the attacks and increase security in the region.
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The U.S. carried out strikes on Iran as a response to attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is an important passage for oil shipments between the Middle East and the rest of the world.
The attacks on ships raised concerns about the safety of international shipping lanes.
The U.S. military actions are meant to protect freedom of navigation and deter further attacks.
The situation involves rising tensions between the United States and Iran.
President Donald Trump authorized the military response.
The strikes reflect ongoing conflicts related to security and control in the Gulf region.
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The United States launched military strikes against Iran after three commercial ships were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global shipping. Iran condemned the U.S. actions as a treaty violation and warned of strong retaliation, while tensions increased with rising oil prices and disrupted peace negotiations.
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Three merchant ships were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, a major shipping route.
The U.S. responded with strikes on Iranian targets early Wednesday.
The U.S. military said strikes were to punish Iran for attacking civilian commercial ships.
Iran's foreign ministry called the U.S. strikes a breach of an agreement and threatened decisive measures.
Oil prices rose about 3% after the attacks and U.S. sanctions on Iranian oil resumed.
The strikes complicate ongoing talks to end the war between the U.S. and Iran and reopen the Strait fully.
Israel’s Prime Minister Netanyahu stated he and President Donald Trump agree on handling the Iran issue.
Millions gathered in Iraq to mourn the body of Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei, highlighting regional tensions.
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The U.S. military launched strikes on targets in Iran after Iran attacked three commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. Central Command said these strikes aim to punish Iran for targeting and attacking commercial vessels.
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Iran attacked at least three commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key shipping route for international trade.
The U.S. military responded with powerful strikes against targets in Iran.
The strikes were announced by the U.S. Central Command on social media.
The U.S. aims to impose heavy costs on Iran for attacking commercial shipping.
The incident raises tensions in an important area for global oil transport.
The U.S. action reflects its commitment to protecting freedom of navigation in international waters.
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The U.S. military carried out airstrikes on Iranian military sites near the Strait of Hormuz after Iran attacked commercial ships in the same area. These events risk increasing tensions between the U.S. and Iran shortly after a recent agreement intended to reduce conflict.
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The U.S. targeted Iranian air defense, missile launch sites, drone bases, and port facilities in the strikes.
Iran attacked three commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz over two days.
Explosions were reported in Iranian port cities Bandar Abbas, Sirik, and on Qeshm Island.
The U.S. Treasury revoked sanctions waivers that allowed Iran to sell oil just before the strikes.
Iran’s foreign ministry said the U.S. action broke the recent memorandum of understanding (MOU).
The MOU was signed less than three weeks ago to help keep the strait safe and restart nuclear talks.
CENTCOM called the U.S. strikes powerful and said they aimed to punish Iran for attacking civilian shipping.
The situation increases the risk of ongoing retaliation between the U.S. and Iran.
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The United States launched strikes on Iran in response to attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The strikes were meant as retaliation for the attacks on vessels in the important shipping route.
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The U.S. conducted military strikes against Iran.
The strikes happened on a Tuesday (specific date not given).
The strikes responded to attacks on commercial ships.
The attacks took place in the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global shipping.
CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean commented on the situation.
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Hundreds of people were evacuated from a 37-story building under construction in Midtown Manhattan after firefighters found that some of its columns were bending and floors were sagging. Officials reported that no one was hurt.
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The building is 37 stories tall and still being built.
Firefighters discovered structural problems with columns and floors.
These problems made the building unsafe.
Hundreds of people were told to leave the area as a safety measure.
No injuries have been reported so far.
The event happened on a Tuesday morning in Midtown Manhattan.
Authorities are likely investigating the cause of the instability.
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