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An explosion injured three people at a residential building in Monaco, and the attacker fled to France. The victims include a Ukrainian businessman and his family, and authorities are searching for the suspect while investigating the motive.
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The blast happened around 9 p.m. near the French border in Monaco.
Three people were seriously injured: two adults and one child.
The injured were taken to hospitals in France.
The suspect escaped on foot to the neighboring French town of Beausoleil.
Surveillance video helped identify the suspect.
The injured include Vadym Iermolaiev, a Ukrainian construction tycoon.
Iermolaiev was sanctioned by Ukraine in 2023 for his connections to Russia.
Monaco’s Prince Albert II called the attack an “odious act” and mobilized security services.
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Six truck drivers survived with only minor injuries after a crash involving semi-trailers carrying flammable goods on the Hume Highway in New South Wales. The crash caused multiple small explosions and a large fire, destroying all six trucks.
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The crash happened around 5 a.m. near Breadalbane on the Hume Highway.
Two trucks collided while entering a roadside rest stop, causing a chain reaction with four other trucks.
One truck carried eight tonnes of butane cans, which led to multiple small explosions.
Other trucks carried alcohol, resin, and memory foam, which fueled the fire.
All six trucks were destroyed in the blaze.
All six male drivers were found and only suffered minor injuries; two were taken to a hospital for testing.
Fire and Rescue NSW used seven fire trucks and about 40 firefighters to put out the fire.
The highway stayed closed in both directions due to debris and hazardous materials cleanup.
Police set up a crime scene and the crash investigation unit is working on the case.
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A large wildfire in Utah is growing because of strong winds and high temperatures. A JetBlue airplane reported hitting a drone while it was landing at New York’s JFK Airport.
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Strong winds and hot weather are making a wildfire in Utah worse.
The wildfire is described as major, meaning it is large and likely causing damage.
A JetBlue flight said it collided with a drone during its landing at JFK Airport in New York.
The drone strike happened while the plane was coming in to land.
There are no details about injuries or damages from the drone collision.
The reports came from CBS Evening News on June 29.
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The United States and Iran have sent delegations to Qatar for technical talks related to ongoing peace efforts and Iran’s nuclear program. No direct meeting between the US and Iranian representatives has been confirmed yet, but both sides plan to engage in discussions through mediators like Pakistan and Qatar.
Key Facts
Iran is sending an expert delegation to Qatar for technical meetings this week.
The US is sending envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Qatar for high-level talks.
No direct face-to-face negotiations between the US and Iran have been scheduled so far.
The talks aim to work towards a permanent peace deal by mid-August, focusing on Iran’s nuclear program.
Pakistan and Qatar are mediating the talks between the two countries.
Issues on the agenda include the Strait of Hormuz security, sanctions waivers on Iran, and Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile.
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister stated that Iran will be solely responsible for removing mines from the Strait of Hormuz.
The situation remains tense, with recent conflicts involving Israel and Lebanon occurring despite peace frameworks.
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More than 100 Venezuelans who were recently deported from the United States were staying at a hotel that collapsed during powerful earthquakes in Venezuela on June 24. At least one person from the group reportedly died, while several others were injured or trapped as rescue efforts continue.
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Two strong earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela on June 24.
The earthquakes caused many buildings to collapse, including a hotel housing over 100 deported Venezuelans.
The Venezuelans had been deported from the U.S. on a repatriation flight that arrived the same day.
One man, Richard Pereira, died in the hotel collapse; his wife and son survived with minor injuries.
The deported group included families that had been living in Tennessee and seeking asylum.
At least 1,719 people died and more than 5,000 were injured in the earthquakes across Venezuela.
Rescue teams are still searching for survivors under the rubble.
The Venezuelan government posted videos showing some of the deported people after arrival.
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Twin earthquakes struck Venezuela last week, killing at least 1,700 people and causing many buildings to collapse. Rescue efforts have been slow and limited, with families accusing the government of neglect and slow response while they try to find their missing loved ones.
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Two strong earthquakes hit Venezuela, causing widespread damage and deaths.
At least 1,700 people have died as a result of the earthquakes.
A 12-storey building in La Guaira collapsed and search teams are trying to rescue people trapped under the rubble.
Families say the rescue work started late and was initially done mostly by local volunteers, with little help from police or government.
The government described this earthquake as the worst natural disaster in Venezuela’s history.
Some areas have not yet received rescue teams or aid.
People affected feel abandoned by the authorities and are trying to find their missing family members on their own.
Rescue teams from Venezuela and Colombia are now involved, using machines like diggers and cranes.
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Venezuela’s La Guaira port has reopened after repairs and is now receiving humanitarian aid for earthquake victims. The US military is delivering supplies through the port and has pledged over $300 million in aid to help those affected by recent powerful earthquakes.
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Two strong earthquakes (7.2 and 7.5 magnitude) hit Venezuela’s Caribbean coast, killing over 1,700 people and leaving thousands missing.
La Guaira port, one of Venezuela’s main ports, was damaged but has now been repaired and reopened.
The US warship USS Fort Lauderdale is delivering critical supplies through La Guaira port.
A specialized team of US Marines worked continuously to repair the port.
The US government increased its aid pledge to more than $300 million for emergency medical care, food, water, shelter, and other needs.
The aid is being given through groups like Samaritan’s Purse, Catholic Relief Services, the World Food Programme, and the Red Cross.
The US has also sent over 300 rescue workers and nearly two dozen search dogs to help with recovery efforts.
Relations between the US and Venezuela have improved recently after the capture of former president Nicolas Maduro and collaboration with an interim government.
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Europe is facing more deaths caused by extreme heat, especially among older people. While air conditioning can reduce heat-related deaths, many Europeans avoid it due to cost and environmental concerns, and instead use other ways to stay cool.
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Recent heat waves in Europe have caused over 1,300 extra deaths since June 21, mostly among elderly people.
Europe has the oldest population and is warming faster than any other continent.
Only about 20% of Europeans have air conditioning in their homes, compared to 90% in the U.S.
Air conditioning can reduce heat-related deaths by 75%, but also releases more heat into the environment, which can speed up warming.
High energy prices in Europe make air conditioning more expensive.
Some European cities use public cooling stations and wearable technology to help protect vulnerable people.
Italy uses air conditioning more than other European countries, with about 56% of homes having it.
Many Europeans choose to avoid air conditioning to help protect the environment for future generations.
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Police in Monaco and France are searching for a man who set off a homemade bomb in a residential building in Monaco, injuring three people. The explosion happened Monday night and involved an explosive device with bolts and buckshot. Among the injured is Ukrainian oligarch Vadym Yermolaiev.
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The bomb exploded around 9 pm local time in a residential building in Monaco.
Three people were injured: a couple in their 50s or 60s with life-threatening injuries, and a 13-year-old with less serious wounds.
The explosive device contained bolts and buckshot, making it more dangerous.
Ukrainian oligarch Vadym Yermolaiev, who lives in Monaco, was one of the wounded.
Yermolaiev faces sanctions from Ukraine related to business in Russian-occupied Crimea.
Police believe the suspect left a backpack in the building lobby before the blast and then fled.
Monaco’s Prince Albert II called the bombing a serious crime and a shock to the community.
Police and French authorities are actively hunting for the suspect, with a heavy police presence at the scene.
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A wildfire called the Cottonwood Fire spread through part of Eagle Point Resort in southern Utah, leading to the resort's closure. Samantha Garcia, the resort's marketing director, spoke about the evacuation experience.
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The Cottonwood Fire occurred in southern Utah.
The fire affected Eagle Point Resort.
The resort had to close because of the fire.
Staff and guests at the resort were evacuated.
Samantha Garcia is the marketing director at Eagle Point Resort.
She shared details about the evacuation on CBS News.
The fire caused disruption to the resort’s normal operations.
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Residents in Stade, Germany, lit candles to remember six people who died in a shooting at a shelter for women and children. Police reported that the shooting was connected to a family argument.
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Six staff members at a women and children’s shelter in Stade, Germany, were killed in a shooting.
The shooting happened recently, before Monday evening.
Residents gathered near the shelter to light candles in memory of the victims.
Police said the motive behind the shooting was a family dispute.
Stade is a town in Germany where the shelter is located.
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President Donald Trump announced that U.S. negotiators are traveling to Qatar for a potentially important meeting with Iran. The talks come after recent attacks near the Strait of Hormuz and aim to reach a permanent peace deal by mid-August.
Key Facts
U.S. negotiators are on their way to Doha, Qatar.
The meeting is described by President Trump as “perhaps important.”
The talks follow recent attacks affecting the Strait of Hormuz area.
The focus is on preventing further conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
Both sides have a deadline around mid-August to agree on a lasting peace deal.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key waterway for global oil shipping.
The peace talks are part of ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve tensions.
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The United Nations is buying 10,000 body bags for Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes. The death toll is expected to be higher than the current reports, as many people are still missing, hurt, or have lost their homes.
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The UN is purchasing 10,000 body bags for Venezuela.
The deaths caused by the earthquakes are likely more than reported so far.
Two strong earthquakes hit Venezuela recently.
Tens of thousands of people are missing, injured, or displaced.
Thousands of buildings were destroyed by the earthquakes.
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Two strong earthquakes recently hit Venezuela, causing power outages in two of the three public hospitals in the coastal state of La Guaira. This revealed problems in Venezuela’s emergency medical system, according to reports.
Key Facts
Venezuela experienced back-to-back earthquakes last week.
The earthquakes caused power failures in two public hospitals in La Guaira.
La Guaira is a coastal state in Venezuela that was hard hit by the quakes.
The affected hospitals are part of the public health system.
A nonprofit group called "United Doctors of Venezuela" reported the hospital issues.
The New York Times covered the story and interviewed the director of this group.
The events showed weaknesses in Venezuela’s emergency medical response.
CBS News discussed the report with a New York Times reporter.
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An unofficial deadline of June 30 has been set by anti-immigration groups in South Africa, asking undocumented migrants to leave the country. This has increased fear among foreign nationals, especially in places like Yeoville Market, where the usual friendly atmosphere is now tense.
Key Facts
Anti-immigration groups in South Africa set a June 30 deadline for undocumented migrants to leave.
The deadline is unofficial and not set by the government.
Many foreign nationals feel scared because of this deadline.
Yeoville Market is an area affected by this tension.
Vendors at the market report a change from a welcoming to a fearful environment.
The situation highlights ongoing tensions around immigration in South Africa.
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Ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz dropped sharply after attacks on ships and American bases in the area. Iran launched drone and missile strikes, and the United States responded with retaliatory actions.
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On Wednesday, 74 ships passed through the Strait of Hormuz.
Ship traffic fell to 29 vessels on Saturday and 12 on Sunday.
Iranian drones attacked a ship in the strait on Thursday.
The United States carried out strikes in response to the drone attack.
Over the weekend, Iran attacked a second ship.
Iran also launched missile and drone strikes against U.S. bases nearby.
The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial passage for global shipping and oil transport.
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The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that over 1,300 people have died in Europe due to heat-related causes since June 21. Many countries in Europe have experienced record high temperatures recently.
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More than 1,300 deaths in Europe are linked to heat since June 21.
Temperatures broke records across Europe on a recent Sunday.
The World Health Organization provided these updates.
The intense heat is affecting multiple European countries.
Heat-related deaths refer to deaths caused by extreme high temperatures.
The situation is ongoing with summer heat waves continuing.
Authorities and health experts are monitoring the situation.
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Three Americans have died due to recent earthquakes in Venezuela, the U.S. State Department confirmed. Rescue and recovery efforts are ongoing in Venezuela, and U.S. officials remain in contact with people affected.
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Three American citizens died in earthquakes in Venezuela.
The U.S. State Department confirmed these deaths on Monday.
Search-and-rescue operations are still happening in Venezuela.
The State Department has a consular team working in the area.
The consular team is communicating with affected individuals.
The earthquakes caused serious damage in Venezuela.
The exact details about the victims have not been disclosed.
Venezuelan authorities are involved in recovery efforts.
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Rescue teams in Caracas, Venezuela, are still looking for people five days after two powerful earthquakes hit the area. Families remain hopeful that their missing relatives are alive under the collapsed buildings.
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Two strong earthquakes struck Venezuela, causing severe damage.
Search and rescue efforts are ongoing nearly five days after the quakes.
Many buildings have collapsed due to the earthquakes.
Families are still hopeful about finding survivors under the rubble.
The rescue operations focus especially on the capital, Caracas.
The situation is critical as time passes for those trapped.
News reports include interviews with family members waiting for news.
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Mrs Brown's Boys D'Movie is a film based on the popular TV comedy show Mrs Brown's Boys. In the movie, Mrs Brown faces exciting adventures like car chases and ninjas while trying to save her market stall in Dublin.
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The movie is a big-screen version of the Mrs Brown's Boys sitcom.
It features action scenes such as car chases and ninjas.
The story centers on Mrs Brown trying to save her Dublin market stall.
The film includes outdoor musical numbers.
It runs for about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
The movie first aired on December 31, 2015.
It contains strong language and adult humor.
It is available to watch for 30 days after airing.
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