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The children’s TV show "Wishbone," featuring a dog imagining stories from classic books, aired over 30 years ago on PBS. Although it ended after two seasons due to costs, it remained popular, and a new documentary called "What's the Story, Wishbone?" celebrates the show's history and includes voice actor Larry Brantley.
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"Wishbone" starred a Jack Russell Terrier named Soccer as Wishbone.
The show mixed real-life kid stories with Wishbone imagining classic literature tales.
It ran for two seasons and one finale movie, covering books like "The Phantom of the Opera" and "The Count of Monte Cristo."
The show was canceled due to high production costs and low merchandise sales.
Despite cancellation, it stayed popular on PBS and inspired new readers.
The documentary "What's the Story, Wishbone?" involves original creators and voice actor Larry Brantley.
Larry Brantley’s first big role was voicing Wishbone; he later worked on other animated shows.
The documentary is available digitally from June 10.
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French prosecutors have asked to charge singer Patrick Bruel with sexual abuse, including rape, and want him held in pre-trial detention. Bruel, a famous French pop star and actor aged 67, denies the accusations.
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Prosecutors want Patrick Bruel charged over nine allegations of sexual abuse.
The accusations include rape and sexual assault.
Bruel is 67 years old and well-known in French music and film.
He denies all wrongdoing.
This case follows other high-profile investigations linked to the #MeToo movement in France.
Last year, actor Gerard Depardieu received a suspended prison sentence for sexual assault.
The case is under investigation near Paris.
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President Donald Trump said Iran has delayed too long in negotiating a deal and will now face consequences. This statement came after the United States and Iran exchanged military strikes in the region while talks were still ongoing.
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President Trump criticized Iran for taking too long to reach a negotiation deal.
He said Iran is "all talk and no action."
Trump warned that Iran will "have to pay the price" for the delay.
The U.S. and Iran recently exchanged military strikes in the region.
Despite the strikes, both sides have been reported to continue efforts to negotiate.
The statement was made via a social media post on June 10, 2026.
The situation reflects ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
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Scientists found a deep whale graveyard in the southeastern Indian Ocean that is home to many sea creatures like jellyfish and tubeworms. This site is very old—over 5 million years—and lies about 7 kilometers deep, making it the deepest and largest whale graveyard known.
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The whale graveyard is located up to 23,000 feet (7 kilometers) below the ocean surface in the Diamantina Fracture Zone.
Whale bones from this site date back 5.3 million years.
Multiple deep-sea submersible trips in 2023 helped discover and map five whale carcass sites.
These whale bones create habitats for many marine animals, including jellyfish, tubeworms, brittle stars, sea cucumbers, squat lobsters, and saltwater clams.
Many species living on the bones are likely new to science and not documented before.
The bones have been preserved by their density, depth, and a mineral coating, protecting them from degradation.
Scientists think whales may have died naturally or from illness and that the ocean floor shape may have collected the bones in this spot.
Studying this graveyard helps researchers learn how life survives in extreme ocean conditions like high pressure, little light, and low oxygen.
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The United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade and chattel slavery as severe crimes and called for reparations. Argentina, led by President Javier Milei, voted against the resolution, reflecting a long history of racial exclusion and denial within the country.
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The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution condemning slavery as a grave crime and urging reparations.
123 countries supported the resolution; most former European colonial powers abstained.
Only three countries voted against it: the United States, Israel, and Argentina.
Argentina's opposition links to its longstanding state policy promoting European immigration and racial hierarchies.
Argentina's 1853 Constitution encouraged European immigration to shape the nation's identity.
The country has historically denied the presence and contributions of Indigenous peoples and Afro-Argentines.
Afro-Argentines once made up about one-third of the population in the early 19th century but were marginalized and erased from national narratives.
Argentina’s current libertarian government has closed institutions fighting discrimination, reducing support for Afro-Argentine recognition and reparations.
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Chinese scientists have discovered the largest, deepest, and oldest whale graveyard in the Indian Ocean, containing about 500 skeletons some over 5 million years old. The site supports many marine species, including some new to science, living off the whale carcasses on the ocean floor.
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The whale graveyard is located up to 7,000 meters deep in the Indian Ocean, west of Australia.
Around 500 whale skeletons were found along a 1,200 kilometer area called the Diamantina Zone.
Some fossils date back 5.3 million years, making this the oldest known whale graveyard on Earth.
The whale carcasses provide food and habitat for a wide variety of sea animals like sea stars, sponges, jellyfish, and worms.
Researchers discovered a new extinct species of whale among the skeletons.
Scientists used the Fendouzhe submersible, which made 32 dives in 2023 to collect fossils with robotic arms.
The whale bones help support deep-sea ecosystems similar to hydrothermal vents by supplying nutrients and carbon.
The team believes other similar whale graveyards might exist in parts of the Indian Ocean and beyond.
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Musician G Flip became well-known in Australia and gained international attention after their song "Bed of Fire" was featured in the TV series "Off Campus." They spoke about how this exposure has affected their music career, the support from their family, and shared advice for young artists.
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G Flip is a musician who first became popular in Australia.
Their song "Bed of Fire" was used in the show "Off Campus."
The song’s use helped G Flip gain fans worldwide.
G Flip expressed gratitude for the song’s success in the show.
They talked about how their family supports their music career.
G Flip offered advice to young artists starting out.
The interview was featured on CBS News.
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In 1996, residents in Varginha, Brazil, reported seeing a strange creature and possible UFOs, which led to claims of military involvement. Recently, U.S. lawmakers and whistleblowers have called for the release of records related to the incident to promote transparency about unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs).
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The Varginha UFO incident began on January 20, 1996, when three women encountered a small humanoid figure with large eyes in Brazil.
After the sighting, many residents reported seeing unidentified flying objects nearby.
Reports included claims that the military captured the beings and that unusual activities happened in local hospitals.
The incident is sometimes called "Brazil’s Roswell" because of its mystery and lasting public interest.
U.S. lawmakers, including Representative Anna Paulina Luna and Eric Burlison, are pushing to release files about the incident.
Former U.S. intelligence officer David Grusch, speaking at a Washington press conference, said the government may have more information about extraterrestrial life.
Lawmakers want whistleblower protection so people with knowledge about UFOs can share it safely.
There is no confirmed proof of extraterrestrial technology, but demands for transparency continue.
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Prince Harry was named one of the most influential people in sports by Time magazine because of his work with the Invictus Games, a sports event for military veterans. Despite recent criticism and questions about the games' management, the recognition brings positive attention to this veteran-focused tournament.
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Prince Harry started the Invictus Games in 2014 to support military veterans through sports.
The Invictus Games are like the Olympics for injured or sick veterans, involving many countries.
Harry was honored by Time magazine alongside famous sports stars like Lionel Messi and LeBron James.
He said the games help veterans find purpose and identity after leaving the military.
Recently, some critics said the games focus too much on Harry and his wife Meghan.
A former Invictus executive described Meghan as more about style than rehabilitation.
Leadership changes and criticism have raised questions about the future direction of the Invictus Games.
Harry called the criticism a fixation and defended the work of the games and their impact on veterans.
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A Sudanese refugee accused of attempted murder in Belfast entered Northern Ireland by crossing the border from the Republic of Ireland, taking advantage of the open border within the Common Travel Area (CTA). The lack of strict border checks complicates tracking asylum seekers arriving this way, and available data shows 2,379 people received asylum support in Northern Ireland as of March 2026.
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A Sudanese man charged with attempted murder traveled from Dublin to Belfast in 2023 and received refugee status in Northern Ireland the same year.
The border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland has no regular immigration checks due to the Common Travel Area (CTA), allowing passport-free travel for UK and Irish citizens.
Non-citizens must show documents, but some can cross without detection due to limited border controls.
The CTA was set up in 1922 and includes the UK, Republic of Ireland, and some nearby islands, allowing free travel for citizens of these places.
The UK operates "Operation Gull," a police effort to manage illegal border crossings and immigration.
People found without the right to be in the CTA can be detained and sent back to Ireland unless they claim asylum, in which case they enter the UK asylum system.
As of March 2026, 2,379 asylum seekers were receiving support in Northern Ireland, the lowest among UK regions but average per population size.
Belfast hosts the largest number of asylum seekers in Northern Ireland, with most living in shared housing instead of hotels.
UK-wide data shows 7,740 asylum seekers arrived through "other" routes, including the CTA, but it does not specify how many came to Northern Ireland.
There is some information showing asylum seekers also travel from Northern Ireland to the Republic of Ireland.
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The United States and Iran have recently exchanged military strikes after an attack involving an Apache helicopter. President Donald Trump stated that Iran has delayed negotiations for a deal and will face consequences, while Iran reported new attacks on U.S. sites in the Middle East.
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Iran launched new attacks on U.S. military locations in the Middle East.
The exchanges of strikes followed an Apache helicopter attack.
President Donald Trump commented on social media about Iran’s delay in making a deal.
He warned that Iran would "pay the price" for taking too long to negotiate.
These events represent ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
The situation is a part of the broader conflict in the Middle East involving both countries.
CBS News reporters Charlie D’Agata and Olivia Rinaldi covered the story.
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US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have different priorities regarding the conflict with Iran. Trump wants to end the war quickly due to its impact on oil markets and public opinion, while Netanyahu focuses on his upcoming elections and legal challenges in Israel.
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Violence involving Iran has increased despite talks of a possible deal.
President Trump seeks to end the conflict to stabilize oil markets and reduce domestic criticism.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu faces elections in October and a criminal investigation.
Netanyahu’s political situation affects his approach to Iran and regional strategy.
The US and Israel have had recent military exchanges involving air strikes.
There is tension between the US and Israel over how to handle the Iran conflict.
Experts analyze the differing goals of Washington and Jerusalem in this situation.
The situation remains unstable with ongoing attacks and missile strikes in the region.
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A Norwegian court has decided that Marius Borg Høiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, will remain in custody before his verdict on rape and other criminal charges. His lawyers had requested his release due to his mother’s serious lung illness, but the appeal court rejected this, citing a high risk of re-offending.
Key Facts
Marius Borg Høiby, 29, is Crown Princess Mette-Marit's son but not a royal family member.
He faces 40 criminal charges, including four counts of rape, violence, and threats, which he denies.
Høiby has been in custody since February before his trial in Oslo.
His mother has pulmonary fibrosis, a serious lung disease needing a transplant, and is very ill.
A lower court ordered Høiby’s release due to his mother’s health, but the appeal court overturned this.
The appeal court said the risk Høiby would re-offend or contact a protected woman remained high.
Prosecutors want a prison sentence of over seven years.
The royal family has been affected by the case, and Crown Prince Haakon and Princess Mette-Marit visited Høiby in prison.
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The article discusses how methods used in aviation security can help manage the Ebola outbreak. It suggests that controlling and containing the disease is the best way to stop its spread.
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Ebola is a serious disease that needs careful management.
Containment means stopping the disease within a certain area.
Aviation security involves strict checks to prevent threats from spreading.
Similar strict controls can help prevent Ebola from spreading to new places.
Learning from aviation security can improve how health workers manage Ebola.
Containment is currently seen as the best method to fight Ebola.
The article connects public health efforts with security measures used in airports.
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A writer describes daily life in Kyiv during ongoing Russian missile attacks, sharing a moment of kindness toward a hedgehog amid the war’s dangers. The article highlights the damage caused by air strikes and reflects on how artists in Ukraine express the hardships of living through this conflict.
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Kyiv experiences frequent missile and drone attacks by Russian forces.
Seven people died and about 90 were injured in one recent missile attack.
Air defense systems create distinctive sounds during attacks.
Buildings both new and old suffer damage, with many windows blown out.
People in Kyiv face constant fear of injury, death, or loss of property.
Local artists document and express the impact of war through various art forms.
Metal obstacles called “hedgehogs” and “dragon’s teeth” are used to block tanks.
The article author has written a book on Ukrainian art during the war.
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Lebanon has many political parties that reflect its religious and social divisions. Hezbollah is the most powerful group, with strong political and military influence, while the Lebanese Forces is the largest Christian party and opposes Hezbollah’s armed status.
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Hezbollah was founded in 1982 during Lebanon’s civil war and Israeli occupation.
It receives funding and support from Iran and has close ties to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard.
Hezbollah kept its weapons after the civil war, arguing it needed to defend Lebanon from Israel.
Hezbollah played a major role in ending the Israeli occupation of southern Lebanon in 2000.
The group has participated in Lebanese politics, holding seats in Parliament and influencing security forces.
The Lebanese Forces is a right-wing Christian party that formed during the civil war.
The Lebanese Forces strongly opposes Hezbollah’s weapons and military actions against Israel.
The two main Christian parties, Lebanese Forces and Kataeb, are related but Lebanese Forces is more politically significant today.
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Israeli air strikes in southern Lebanon have killed at least 17 people, according to Lebanese media. The attacks targeted several towns, including Tayr Debba, and followed a series of strikes linked to ongoing conflict involving Hezbollah, Israel, Iran, and Lebanon.
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Israeli air and drone strikes hit multiple locations in southern Lebanon, including Tayr Debba, Deir Qanoun el-Nahr, Seddiqin, Sidon, and Tyre.
At least 17 people were reported killed in these strikes on Wednesday.
Hezbollah responded with rocket and shell attacks on Israeli troops in southern Lebanon.
The conflict escalated after Hezbollah fired rockets into Israel following an Israeli strike that killed Iran’s supreme leader.
Lebanon’s health ministry reports nearly 3,700 people killed during the conflict, while Israel reports 34 deaths on both sides.
Almost one million people in Lebanon are displaced, and 1.4 million need humanitarian aid.
The UN is sending a human rights investigation team to Lebanon to document possible war crimes by all parties.
Israel has not commented on the latest strikes but previously targeted Hezbollah sites and infrastructure.
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French prosecutors have asked for pop singer Patrick Bruel to be charged and held before trial for nine allegations of sexual abuse, including rape and sexual assault. Bruel denies the accusations and has spent time in police custody while the investigation continues.
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Prosecutors want Patrick Bruel charged with rape, attempted rape, sexual assault, and harassment involving nine victims from 2010 to 2019.
Bruel is a well-known French singer and actor, popular since the 1990s, and he denies all wrongdoing.
Authorities have also included 13 older complaints dating from 1992 to 2008 in the investigation, but these may be beyond the legal time limit to prosecute.
Bruel was held in custody for 48 hours starting Monday to answer questions about the allegations.
Bruel announced he would cancel all concerts until September amid the accusations.
One accuser is Daniela Elstner, who accused him of attempted rape in 1997 while she was an intern at a film festival.
New complaints continue to emerge, including allegations from a 19-year-old woman and two others who filed rape complaints recently.
Investigating judges will decide whether to formally charge Bruel and place him in pre-trial detention.
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A national tragedy in France involving the murder of a girl named Lyhanna has caused public anger. French officials and experts say the country is rethinking how it protects children and balances their freedom with safety, with calls for stronger measures and more political accountability.
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The murder of Lyhanna has sparked outrage across France.
French parliament is holding hearings to find out who is responsible.
The tragedy has led to discussion about improving child protection rules.
Experts say society may face a trade-off between children’s freedom and their security.
The French justice system is seen as overwhelmed in handling violence against women and children.
The government is under pressure to take stronger action and to fix flaws in the judicial process.
Some officials, including the Justice Minister, face criticism and calls to resign.
Public marches and protests have taken place to honor Lyhanna and demand change.
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Carley Fortune's first novel, "Every Summer After," has been turned into a TV series called "Every Year After," now streaming on Prime Video. The story follows Percy Fraser, a girl who spends summers near a lake and grows closer to her neighbor Sam, exploring their friendship and feelings over time.
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Carley Fortune has written five novels, all making the New York Times bestseller list.
"Every Summer After" is her debut novel and first to be adapted into a TV series.
The show is titled "Every Year After" and is available on Prime Video.
The main character, Percy Fraser, is played by Sadie Soverall; Sam Florek is played by Matt Cornett.
The story takes place over many summers spent by a lake in Barry’s Bay.
The TV series expands on the book by giving more screen time to minor characters like Delilah, Jordie, and Chantal.
Amy B. Harris is the showrunner and worked closely with Carley Fortune to keep the story true to the book.
The series focuses on friendship and understanding in Percy and Sam’s relationship before romance develops.
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