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Lyra McKee, a journalist, was shot and killed during rioting in Londonderry in April 2019. Three men accused of involvement in her murder were found not guilty, and her former partner expressed hope that the killer feels remorse.
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Lyra McKee was shot dead by a masked gunman during riots in the Creggan area of Derry on 18 April 2019.
The New IRA, a dissident republican group, claimed responsibility for the killing.
Three men—Paul McIntyre, Peter Cavanagh, and Jordan Devine—were found not guilty of her murder.
None of the accused were charged with firing the fatal shot; the prosecution argued they helped the gunman.
Lyra’s former partner, Sara Canning, said the killer was "showing off" for cameras and expressed doubt justice will be served.
The trial lasted almost two years and ended more than seven years after Lyra’s death.
The judge said the murder was an act of senseless violence and acknowledged the verdict would bring little comfort to Lyra’s family and friends.
Sara Canning said the trial process was emotionally difficult and that the verdict was heartbreaking.
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The CBS News report covers three main stories: the only working rare earth mine in the United States, London taxi drivers' doubts about robotaxis, and an inside look at the sport called Banana Ball.
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The report features the only active rare earth mine in the U.S.
Rare earth minerals are important for many modern technologies.
London taxi drivers are uncertain about the use of robotaxis (self-driving taxis).
Robotaxis are automated vehicles that do not require a human driver.
The report includes a segment on Banana Ball, a sport or game.
CBS News presented these stories on July 5, 2026.
The report was available on the CBS News app and online platforms.
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Venezuela marked its 215th Independence Day while still recovering from two powerful earthquakes on June 24 that killed over 3,300 people and left many injured and homeless. Interim President Delcy Rodriguez expressed confidence in social unity and rejected claims of social unrest amid criticism over the government's response to the disaster.
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Two earthquakes of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela on June 24, causing severe damage.
The disaster resulted in at least 3,342 deaths, thousands injured, and over 17,000 people displaced.
Many buildings were destroyed, especially in northern coastal areas including La Guaira and Caracas.
Critics accuse the ruling United Socialist Party of corruption and poor crisis management.
Government aid was reported slow to reach affected areas, with accusations of blocking foreign help.
Delcy Rodriguez, acting president since January, warned against internal and external conspiracies.
Rodriguez’s government has made reforms to invite more foreign investment and seeks cooperation with the U.S. government.
Venezuela’s opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, currently abroad, is organizing volunteer relief efforts and has been denied U.S. help to return home.
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A strong earthquake hit the coast of Venezuela on June 24, causing a tall apartment building to collapse. Jose Garcia was trapped under the rubble with his two young sons but was rescued by his eldest son.
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The earthquake measured 7.2 in magnitude and happened around 6:04 pm local time.
A second, stronger earthquake followed seconds later.
The Ritasol Palace, an 11-story building in Caraballeda near La Guaira, collapsed entirely.
Jose Garcia and his two sons, aged 7 and 12, were buried in the basement after the collapse.
Jose is a 46-year-old car mechanic.
This earthquake is the deadliest in Venezuela in over 100 years.
The rescue was carried out by Jose’s eldest son, who is not named in the article.
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New York City hosted the Sail4th 250 event, where many tall ships and historic warships gathered to celebrate the United States' 250th anniversary. This large parade of ships was part of the nation's milestone celebration.
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The event was called Sail4th 250.
It took place in New York City.
The occasion marked the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Many tall ships and historic warships participated in the parade.
The ships formed a large flotilla, which means a group of sailing vessels sailing together.
The event attracted public and media attention in New York.
This celebration was part of the country’s milestone birthday events.
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A four-month-old Palestinian baby died after Israeli military forces blocked urgent medical help at a checkpoint near Ramallah. Separately, a 16-year-old Palestinian boy was shot dead by Israeli forces in the West Bank amid ongoing violence between Israelis and Palestinians.
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The baby, Ahmad Marouf Zeid, died after being delayed for over an hour at an Israeli checkpoint, preventing timely hospital care.
Ahmad’s death was confirmed by doctors at the Arab Specialised Hospital.
Israeli soldiers used tear gas to stop Palestinians at the Deir Ammar checkpoint.
A 16-year-old Palestinian boy was shot dead by Israeli forces near the Qalandiya refugee camp.
Two other boys, aged 14, were wounded in the same incident.
Since October 2023, over 1,087 Palestinians have been killed in the West Bank amid rising violence.
Israeli drone strikes in Gaza have also caused casualties, killing at least two people and injuring others recently.
The overall death toll from the conflict since October 2023 in Gaza is reported at over 73,000, with more than 173,000 injured.
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Vietnam is known for having large markets that sell fake luxury goods like bags, shoes, and watches. Recently, the government has increased efforts to stop the sale of counterfeit items, especially after the United States labeled Vietnam as a major violator of intellectual property rights.
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Police raided warehouses near Ho Chi Minh City and found over 23,000 pairs of fake slippers from brands like Nike, Adidas, and Gucci.
Fake luxury goods are commonly sold at markets in Ho Chi Minh City for much less than genuine products.
The Vietnamese government started a nationwide crackdown on counterfeit goods and intellectual property violations on May 7.
The United States government named Vietnam a "priority foreign country" due to ongoing issues with intellectual property protection.
Vietnam was called the world's worst offender on intellectual property rights by the U.S. Office of the Trade Representative.
Vietnamese authorities promised to increase actions against counterfeit products by at least 20% compared to last year.
Markets like Saigon Square and Ben Thanh Market are major places where fake goods are sold and were recently inspected and fined.
Despite police raids, many sellers continue to operate their businesses, sometimes hiding counterfeit goods before inspections.
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Super Typhoon Bavi is approaching the U.S. Pacific islands near Guam, bringing very strong winds and heavy rains. Officials have warned residents to take shelter immediately because the storm poses a serious danger to life and property.
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Super Typhoon Bavi is expected to hit the Mariana Islands, including Rota, Guam, Tinian, and Saipan.
The storm could have winds up to 180 miles per hour, with gusts reaching 215 miles per hour.
Rota, with fewer than 2,000 people, is already experiencing catastrophic winds and an extreme wind warning.
Typhoon warnings are in effect for Guam, Tinian, and Saipan; tropical storm warnings cover other nearby islands.
The storm moves fast, which may shorten its duration but could still bring heavy rain and strong winds through Monday night.
Residents are advised to stay indoors, away from windows, and avoid going outside due to flying debris and downed power lines.
This storm follows Super Typhoon Sinlaku earlier in the year, which also caused significant damage in the region.
Guam’s governor urged people to remain home or in shelters and avoid travel during the storm.
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Venezuela’s interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, defended the government’s response to two powerful earthquakes that killed over 3,300 people. Rescue efforts are ongoing, but many families struggle to identify and bury loved ones amid widespread destruction and limited resources.
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Two earthquakes in Venezuela have killed at least 3,342 people and injured over 16,700.
The earthquakes caused massive building collapses, especially in the coastal La Guaira area near Caracas.
Thousands of public officials and rescue teams were deployed to find survivors and recover bodies.
Families face difficulties burying victims due to high funeral costs and crowded facilities.
Some dead bodies are preserved in donated cooling containers while awaiting identification.
Forensic experts expect the body recovery process to continue for up to three months.
Officials warn that mass graves may be necessary because of the large number of victims.
Despite public anger over the response, the interim president says there will be no social unrest and praised social solidarity.
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Super Typhoon Bavi is approaching the Mariana Islands, including Guam and nearby U.S. territories, with very strong and dangerous winds. Residents have been warned to stay inside and take shelter as the storm may bring life-threatening conditions and heavy rain.
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Super Typhoon Bavi is expected to hit Rota early Monday morning with extreme winds.
The storm is forecasted to be a category five super typhoon, with winds up to 180 mph and gusts reaching 215 mph.
Rota is currently experiencing catastrophic wind and has an extreme wind warning in effect.
Typhoon warnings are also active for Guam, Tinian, and Saipan, with storm warnings for other nearby islands.
The region is still recovering from Super Typhoon Sinlaku, which hit earlier in April 2026.
The National Weather Service advises people to stay indoors, away from windows, to avoid flying debris and downed power lines.
Bavi is moving fast, which may shorten the storm’s impact time, but heavy rain and tropical storm conditions could last at least through Monday night.
Guam’s governor has asked residents to stay home or shelter and avoid travel due to the severe weather.
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There is a farm in New York City that has been operating for more than 300 years. This farm is one of the oldest working farms in the United States and is located in a city where farms are rare.
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The farm is over 300 years old.
It is located in New York City.
The farm is still working and producing food.
It is one of the oldest farms in America that is still active.
The farm has historical importance as part of American history.
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NATO leaders will meet in Turkiye on July 7 for the first time in 22 years. The meeting aims to show unity among member countries and address changing U.S. attitudes, while Turkiye wants to strengthen its role in the Alliance.
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NATO leaders will gather in Turkiye on July 7 for a summit.
This is the first NATO summit hosted by Turkiye in 22 years.
The summit focuses on unity among NATO member countries.
The meeting comes amid changing attitudes from the United States towards NATO.
Turkiye aims to improve its position within the NATO Alliance during the summit.
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President Donald Trump will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa at the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey. He will hold one-on-one talks with each leader during his two-day visit.
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President Trump is attending the annual NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey.
The summit will last two days, starting soon after Trump’s arrival on Monday evening.
He plans to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
He will also meet Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
These meetings are described as bilateral, meaning face-to-face discussions between two leaders.
The White House confirmed these plans through a senior official.
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A 22-year-old woman died after a skydiving accident near Langar airfield in Nottinghamshire. Emergency services found her in a nearby field and she was pronounced dead at the scene, while police are investigating the incident.
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The incident happened near Langar airfield, a former Royal Air Force base in Nottinghamshire.
The woman was an experienced skydiver and died on the spot after the accident.
Skydive Langar, the skydiving center operating at the airfield, expressed sadness and offered support to the family and community.
Police informed the woman’s family and are providing support with specially trained officers.
No other people were hurt in the incident.
Nottinghamshire police are investigating and preparing a report for the local coroner, who will open an inquest.
Nottinghamshire fire and rescue service helped police at the scene.
Langar airfield is the busiest civilian skydiving location in the UK with over 50,000 jumps each year.
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A seaplane with passengers made a hard landing in New York City's East River near Manhattan on Sunday. Emergency teams rescued eight people, and two were checked for minor injuries. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will investigate the accident.
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The seaplane landed hard in the East River near East 23rd Street and FDR Drive in Manhattan around 12:01 p.m.
The FDNY rescued at least eight people from the plane.
Two passengers were evaluated for minor injuries; one declined medical help.
The plane had taken off from the Hamptons.
The plane, identified as a Kodiak 100 seaplane, sustained damage to a wing strut (a support pole on the wing).
The FAA is investigating and plans to release a preliminary report soon.
Three weeks earlier, another seaplane crashed in the East River near Queens, with no injuries reported.
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Queensland Premier David Crisafulli announced plans to introduce a new law by the end of the year that would require repeat youth offenders who commit serious crimes while on bail to go to jail. This proposal aims to make bail laws tougher, even though some experts say Queensland already has the strictest youth bail laws in Australia.
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Queensland Premier David Crisafulli spoke at the Liberal National Party’s state conference.
The government will create a new offence for repeat youth offenders who commit serious crimes while on bail.
This new offence will include a mandatory jail sentence, but the length is not yet decided.
Crisafulli described this as "adult crime, adult time," focusing on holding youth offenders accountable.
Critics say Queensland already locks up more kids than other Australian states and has harsh youth bail laws.
Some youth justice advocates claim the government is making the system harsher without enough evidence.
Auction clearance rates dropped below 50% for the third week in major Australian cities, showing a slow housing market.
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A 19-year-old woman named Emma Selvidge from Oklahoma woke up with a lump on her forehead that doctors first thought was a spider bite. Her condition worsened quickly, causing swelling, vision loss, and multiple hospital stays, surgeries, and ongoing health problems related to infections and complications with blood flow in her brain.
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Emma Selvidge noticed a lump on her forehead early in the morning and sought urgent care.
Doctors initially believed it was a spider bite and treated her with antibiotics.
The swelling spread to her eye and she started losing her vision rapidly.
She was hospitalized multiple times and had surgery to drain an abscess.
Additional health issues included sinus infections, severe headaches, and narrowing of veins in her brain.
Despite treatment, she continues to suffer from vision problems, headaches, and sore throat.
Doctors have not yet found a clear cause or cure for her recurring symptoms.
Emma shares her experience on social media to encourage others to trust their instincts and seek medical help.
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A Delta Air Lines flight coming into Chicago Midway Airport reported being hit by a firework while descending on July Fourth. The plane landed safely with no injuries, and inspections showed no damage. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating the event.
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The incident happened on the night of July Fourth as Chicago celebrated the holiday.
The Delta flight was descending to Chicago Midway Airport at about 200 to 250 feet altitude.
The pilot reported a loud bang when the firework hit the plane.
The flight had 52 passengers and 6 crew members onboard.
The plane landed safely shortly after 8:30 p.m. local time.
Inspection by mechanics found no damage to the Airbus A319 aircraft.
The FAA is conducting an investigation into the incident.
Air traffic control mentioned multiple reports of fireworks near aircraft that night, and Chicago officials were aware.
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An Albanian court released 19 people who were arrested during protests against a luxury resort linked to US President Donald Trump’s family. The protests began over the resort project and have grown into wider anti-government and anti-corruption demonstrations.
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Nineteen protesters were freed by a Tirana court after being arrested for disobeying police and organizing illegal protests.
Two protesters were put under house arrest, and 12 must report regularly to judicial police; five face no charges.
The protests started in May against a resort project connected to President Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner, in a protected natural area.
The rallies have expanded into broader protests calling for the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama and protesting corruption.
On July 1, hundreds clashed with police near the Albanian parliament, leading to injuries and detentions.
Police used tear gas, pepper spray, and water cannons to control crowds during these clashes.
The resort project was first announced in 2024, but recent protests surged when construction equipment appeared in late May.
Previous protests also led to the firing of Edi Rama’s deputy over corruption allegations.
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A wildfire near the border between southern France and Spain has burned over 1,500 hectares and caused around 10,000 people to leave their homes. Firefighters are working from the ground and with aircraft to control the fire, while officials check if the Tour de France cycling race will be affected.
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The wildfire is moving quickly in southern France near the Spanish border.
It has burned more than 1,500 hectares (about 3,700 acres).
About 10,000 people have been evacuated for safety.
Firefighters are using both ground crews and planes to fight the fire.
Officials are looking into how the fire might disrupt the Tour de France event.
The wildfire has caused significant concern for local residents and authorities.
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