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A new study finds that women over 49 have lower chances of successful pregnancy with donor eggs, partly due to changes in the womb lining. While donor eggs improve fertility, they do not fully reverse all age-related effects on pregnancy outcomes.
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The study analyzed 1,774 women undergoing IVF with donor eggs.
Women aged 49 and older had about half the chance of pregnancy and live birth compared to women aged 35 to 40.
Miscarriage rates doubled for women 49 and older compared to those aged 35-40.
Age-related changes in the womb lining likely reduce pregnancy success despite young donor eggs.
Live birth rates were 46% for women in their 30s but dropped to 32% for those 49 or older.
Womb lining thickness stayed similar with age, but its quality declined.
Experts say donor eggs remain helpful but should not create false hope about age limits.
UK law has no upper age limit for IVF, but some European countries do have age restrictions.
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Russian forces launched deadly strikes in Kyiv, Ukraine, just before a NATO summit in Turkey. The attacks add tension to the meeting, which brings together leaders from North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) member countries.
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Russia struck Kyiv with deadly attacks shortly before the NATO summit.
The NATO meeting is taking place in Turkey this week.
The strikes increase urgency for discussions among NATO leaders.
NATO is an alliance of countries from North America and Europe focused on mutual defense.
The strikes may reflect Russia’s message or strategy ahead of the summit.
CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean provided expert commentary.
The situation in Ukraine remains tense due to ongoing conflict with Russia.
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Fighting around the Sudanese city of el-Obeid has forced over 5,500 children to leave their homes, with many more at risk. The battles have caused a shortage of food, water, and medicine, worsened by crowded living conditions and a disease outbreak.
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More than 5,500 children have been displaced by conflict near el-Obeid, Sudan.
El-Obeid is a key city with over half a million people and important for humanitarian aid.
The city is under siege by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), who control the Darfur region.
Drone attacks have hit fuel stations and water tankers, causing shortages of these essentials.
Overcrowding and fighting have worsened a cholera outbreak, with 300 cases confirmed.
Children displaced make up about 55% of Sudan’s total displaced population.
Many children are suffering psychological harm after witnessing violence or losing family members.
The UN Human Rights Council condemned RSF attacks on el-Obeid amid fears of mass violence like in nearby el-Fasher.
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President Donald Trump will attend the NATO summit in Turkey this week. During the summit, he is scheduled to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
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The NATO summit is happening in Turkey this week.
President Donald Trump is traveling to the summit on Monday night.
He will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday.
The Russia-Ukraine war is expected to be a main topic at the NATO summit.
CBS News is reporting on these events with correspondent Nancy Cordes.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce got married at Madison Square Garden on Friday. Details about the wedding have recently become available through a news report.
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Taylor Swift is a popular singer and songwriter.
Travis Kelce is a professional football player for the Kansas City Chiefs.
Their wedding was held at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
The event took place on a Friday.
CBS News reporter Carlos Greer provided information about the ceremony.
The wedding was highly anticipated by fans and media.
Details of the event were shared through a news segment.
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President Donald Trump is leaving for an important meeting with NATO allies in Ankara, Turkey. Over the past year, he has questioned whether European countries can manage their own affairs and expressed doubts about the value of the NATO alliance.
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President Trump will attend a NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey.
The summit is considered crucial for the alliance.
President Trump has raised questions about European countries' independence.
He has also expressed skepticism about NATO's usefulness.
The article reports from Ankara, where the summit will be held.
The focus is on whether NATO members will increase their military spending as promised.
NATO is a military alliance of North American and European countries.
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Hundreds of thousands of people took part in the funeral procession for Iran's late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Meanwhile, Hamas ended its government in Gaza to transfer power, over 500 people have died in an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Cuba experienced a blackout during an energy crisis.
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Iran held a large funeral procession for its late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Hamas dissolved its government in Gaza to prepare for a power transfer.
More than 500 deaths have been reported due to an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Cuba faced a blackout amid ongoing problems with its energy supply.
The news covers events happening in multiple countries across different continents.
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Russia launched missile and drone attacks on Kyiv, killing at least 24 people and injuring more than 100. The strikes happened just before a NATO summit where Ukraine’s President Zelensky is expected to ask for better air defense support.
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Russia fired 68 missiles and 351 attack drones at Kyiv and nearby areas.
At least 16 people died in Kyiv and 8 more in Vyshneve town outside the city.
Over 100 people were wounded in the attacks.
This was the second major attack on Kyiv in one week.
President Zelensky plans to meet President Donald Trump at the NATO summit in Turkey.
Zelensky requested stronger air defenses, especially against ballistic missiles, which are harder to stop.
NATO leaders said they will continue helping Ukraine with military support.
The attacks caused large explosions and serious damage to apartment buildings in Kyiv.
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New Jersey experienced strong storms following a period of very hot weather. A passenger described a difficult landing of a seaplane on the East River in New York City.
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New Jersey faced powerful storms after a heat wave.
The storms caused notable weather changes in the region.
A seaplane made a hard landing on the East River in New York City.
A passenger shared their experience of the challenging landing.
The event was covered on CBS Evening News.
The news report is available on the CBS News app and online.
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Ticks are more active in summer and are now moving into new areas. This spread brings new dangers because ticks can carry diseases. Holly Gaff, a scientist who studies ticks, talked about these changes and risks.
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Ticks are insects that bite and suck blood from animals and people.
They have been a problem in some parts of the country for a long time.
Recently, ticks are appearing in new regions where they were not common before.
This spread can lead to new health risks, including diseases carried by ticks.
Holly Gaff is a mathematical ecologist who researches ticks at Old Dominion University.
The increase in tick activity happens especially during the summer months.
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In Melbourne, police are in a standoff with a man who climbed a 120-meter pillar of the Bolte Bridge and painted graffiti. The man is refusing to come down and is demanding lower taxes, while police try to negotiate a safe end to the situation.
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The incident began around 3 a.m. on Tuesday when emergency services received reports of a man on the Bolte Bridge pillar.
The man reportedly abseiled down and painted a large graffiti tag called "Pam the Bird," known for appearing on difficult and heritage-listed locations.
Police have a large presence at the scene, including uniform officers and water police units.
The man refuses to follow police instructions or come down from the pillar.
One lane of the bridge is closed, but there is no danger to the public or drivers.
The man posted videos from the site, demanding lower taxes and food, and showed defiance toward the police.
The identity of the man is still unknown.
Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles stated the situation is being handled properly and the legal process will continue.
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Adam Met, bassist of the band AJR, is also a climate expert and teacher. He wrote a book called "Amplify" that talks about how connecting with people can inspire them to take action and create positive change.
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Adam Met plays bass for the band AJR.
He studies and teaches about climate change.
He wrote a book titled "Amplify: How to Use the Power of Connection to Engage, Take Action, and Build a Better World."
The book focuses on how strong connections help motivate people.
Adam Met shared his thoughts on how to build movements by engaging fans.
His work combines music, climate advocacy, and education.
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Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 with a late goal by Mikel Merino, likely ending Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup career. Spain moved on to the quarterfinals and set a new record for consecutive World Cup matches without allowing a goal.
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Mikel Merino scored the only goal in stoppage time of the second half against Portugal.
Merino took a quick free kick and scored after a pass from Ferran Torres.
Spain reached the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time since winning in 2010.
Portugal and Ronaldo were eliminated, ending Ronaldo’s World Cup career.
Ronaldo scored three goals in this tournament but had few chances against Spain.
Spain set a new World Cup record with six consecutive clean sheets (games without conceding a goal).
Spain’s goalkeeper Unai Simon extended his record shutout streak to 609 minutes.
Simon made important saves against Ronaldo’s shots during the game.
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A veterinarian explains that cats and dogs can form positive relationships in subtle ways. Instead of playing or showing affection, they often bond by calmly sharing space and experiencing good things together while respecting each other’s boundaries.
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Cats and dogs do not always bond through play or cuddling.
Rewarding calm and relaxed behavior near each other helps build a positive connection.
Letting cats observe dogs from high places gives cats a sense of safety and control.
Peaceful coexistence, like ignoring each other without tension, is a sign of progress in their relationship.
Shared activities, like watching birds side-by-side, do not always mean the animals are friends.
Animals may simply be reacting independently to the same thing, not interacting socially.
Owners should avoid interpreting animal actions by human feelings (called anthropomorphizing).
Positive cat-dog relationships develop gradually through repeated comfortable experiences together.
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Canada has chosen Germany’s TKMS to build up to 12 new submarines to replace its old fleet. The deal, the largest defense purchase in Canadian history, aims to strengthen Canada’s security with support from NATO allies.
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Canada plans to buy up to 12 submarines from Germany’s TKMS.
This is Canada’s biggest ever defense procurement.
The contract should be finalized by the end of next year, with first subs expected by 2034.
TKMS made the bid together with Norway and beat South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean.
Canada currently has four submarines.
The deal could cost between 20 and 30 billion Canadian dollars just for the submarines, and up to 50 billion Canadian dollars including operation and maintenance.
Canada has already met NATO’s goal of spending 2% of its GDP on defense, earlier than planned.
TKMS shares rose 11% after the announcement.
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Canada chose Germany’s ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems to build up to 12 submarines, marking its biggest military purchase ever. This announcement came just before Prime Minister Mark Carney attended a NATO summit focused on increasing defense budgets among member countries.
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Canada will buy up to 12 submarines from the German company ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems.
The deal is the largest military procurement in Canada's history.
Prime Minister Mark Carney made the announcement on a Monday before attending a NATO meeting.
The NATO summit is encouraging countries to have clear plans for higher defense spending.
The submarine purchase is part of Canada’s effort to strengthen its military capabilities.
NATO members are under pressure to support increased defense budgets with real actions.
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A film called Satluj, about human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, was available on the Indian streaming platform ZEE5 for only two days before being removed. The film explores Khalra’s investigation into alleged abuses during Punjab’s separatist insurgency and his own disappearance and murder, with police officers later convicted for his killing. The film’s producer says its removal was due to government orders, but no official explanation has been given.
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Satluj is based on the life of Jaswant Singh Khalra, who exposed human rights abuses during Punjab’s separatist conflict in the 1980s-1990s.
Khalra was abducted and murdered, and police officers were convicted in connection with his death.
The film was released on ZEE5 in India but was taken down after two days without detailed explanation.
ZEE5 said the film would be unavailable "until further notice" due to "current developments."
Satluj faced earlier delays, including disputes with India’s film certification board and a forced title change.
The film never had a cinema release in India because of certification issues.
Diljit Dosanjh, the film’s lead actor, expected the removal but was glad audiences saw it briefly.
The government has not publicly commented on the film’s removal, and the media has sought official responses.
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A red card shown to soccer player Folarin Balogun was removed after a phone call involving the White House. This action allowed Balogun to keep playing in the World Cup.
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Folarin Balogun received a red card during a World Cup match.
A phone call was made that led to the red card being canceled.
The White House was involved in this phone call.
Because the red card was removed, Balogun could continue playing in the tournament.
The incident has been reported and analyzed by Al Jazeera journalist Basel Ghazoghli.
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Episode 4 of "House of the Dragon" Season 3 will be released on HBO and HBO Max on July 12, 2026, at 9 p.m. Eastern Time. Viewers need a subscription to HBO Max to watch it, and the show continues the story of House Targaryen from George R.R. Martin’s books.
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"House of the Dragon" Season 3 Episode 4 releases on July 12, 2026, at 9 p.m. ET/PT.
The episode is available on HBO and HBO Max streaming service.
HBO Max subscriptions start at $10.99 per month with ads or $18.99 without ads.
The show is based on George R.R. Martin's book "Fire & Blood" and takes place 200 years before "Game of Thrones."
The exact length of Episode 4 is not yet known, but past episodes have been 60 to 70 minutes long.
Episode 4 marks the halfway point of Season 3, which airs weekly every Monday.
A Season 4 of "House of the Dragon" has already been confirmed by HBO.
The episode release times vary worldwide due to different time zones.
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Lauren Bennett, a singer known for being in the girl group G.R.L. and for her part in the hit song “Party Rock Anthem,” has died at age 37. Her bandmates shared a message expressing their sorrow and remembering her impact.
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Lauren Bennett was a member of the girl group G.R.L.
She sang on LMFAO’s 2011 song “Party Rock Anthem,” which reached number one on the charts.
Bennett also started in the group Paradiso Girls, which had a hit song called “Patron Tequila” in 2009.
G.R.L.’s debut single “Vacation” was on the "Smurfs 2" movie soundtrack.
The group G.R.L. worked with artist Pitbull on the 2014 song “Wild Wild Love.”
G.R.L. stopped after member Simone Battle died in 2014 but got back together in 2016.
The reason for Lauren Bennett’s death has not been made public.
Her bandmates posted a statement on Instagram expressing their sadness and love for her.
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