The Supreme Court agreed to hear a case involving Catholic preschools in Colorado that say they were excluded from a state-funded preschool program because they want to admit only children from families who follow the church’s teachings on gender and sexual orientation. The case focuses on whether the state's nondiscrimination rules infringe on the preschools’ religious beliefs.
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Colorado offers a universal preschool program funded by the state for all 4-year-old children.
The program requires preschools to admit children regardless of religion, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories.
Catholic preschools run by the Archdiocese of Denver asked for an exemption to admit only families following Catholic teachings on gender and sexual orientation.
The state denied the exemption, saying no provider can discriminate under the program’s rules.
The Archdiocese and others sued, arguing their religious freedom under the First Amendment is violated by the nondiscrimination rule.
The case is called St. Mary Catholic Parish v. Roy.
The Supreme Court has a 6-3 conservative majority and has recently sided with religious groups in similar cases.
The Court will not revisit the 1990 Employment Division v. Smith decision that limits free exercise claims if laws are neutral and generally applicable.
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Four anti-drug agents, including two U.S. Embassy workers, died in a car crash in northern Mexico after raiding six illegal drug labs. The accident happened when their vehicle slipped off the road and fell into a ravine. The U.S. and Mexico work together to fight drug production in the region.
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Four anti-narcotics agents died in a car accident in Chihuahua, Mexico.
Two of the victims were U.S. Embassy instructors helping train Mexican agents.
The crash happened while returning from raiding six clandestine synthetic drug labs.
The vehicle leading the convoy skidded off the road and fell into a ravine.
The drug labs were among the largest found in Mexico producing chemical drugs like methamphetamine.
Mexican officials named two Mexican officers killed: Pedro Román Oseguera Cervantes and Manuel Genaro Méndez Montes.
U.S. Ambassador Ronald Johnson honored the victims and praised their efforts against drug trafficking.
Mexican authorities have increased actions against drug labs after President Trump warned about possible military intervention.
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Pope Leo said his speech mentioning "a handful of tyrants" was written before President Donald Trump responded to it. The Pope’s comment was not a reaction to President Trump’s posts.
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The Pope called the world’s problems a result of actions by a few tyrants.
He clarified that his speech was prepared before President Trump replied publicly.
President Trump had posted messages that seemed to criticize the Pope’s remarks.
The Pope was born in the United States.
The news was reported by CBS News and involves a statement from the Pope.
The exchange between the Pope and President Trump happened recently, within the last week.
The Pope’s speech was part of a broader message on global issues and leadership.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has launched a new podcast called the Secretary Kennedy Podcast, which currently focuses more on supporting President Donald Trump's administration views than on specific health topics. His earlier podcast heavily questioned government health measures and vaccine safety, but his new show seems to mix some health talk with political themes.
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Kennedy’s new podcast, Secretary Kennedy Podcast, began after his presidential campaign ended in August 2024.
The podcast appears to promote Trump administration ideas rather than detailed public health information.
Earlier, Kennedy’s first podcast focused on questioning COVID-19 vaccines and government health policies.
Kennedy is a senior government official in the Trump administration and endorsed President Trump after ending his presidential campaign.
The previous podcast was linked to Children’s Health Defense, an anti-vaccine group founded by Kennedy.
Early episodes included guests with controversial views on COVID-19 and vaccines that were factually incorrect.
During his 2023 campaign, Kennedy shifted focus toward topics like the economy and the war in Ukraine.
The first guest on the new podcast has no health background but worked for President Trump’s casino and discussed general diet-related health concerns.
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CBS Mornings Deals offers special discounts on various products that could be useful in daily life. Customers can visit cbsdeals.com to find and buy these discounted items.
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CBS Mornings Deals features products at reduced prices.
The deals aim to highlight items that may become everyday essentials.
Shoppers can access these discounts by visiting cbsdeals.com.
CBS earns commissions when people buy through their deals website.
The deals are promoted on CBS Mornings, a news program.
The article encourages viewers to take advantage of the offers soon.
No specific products or discount details are mentioned in the article.
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Eight children aged 3 to 11 were killed in a violent domestic incident in Shreveport, Louisiana. The gunman, Shamar Elkins, shot the children and two women before police fatally shot him.
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Eight children, including seven of the gunman's own, died in the shootings at two homes in Shreveport.
The shooter, 31-year-old Shamar Elkins, stole a car and was shot dead by police after a chase.
A total of 11 people were shot; two women, including Elkins’s wife, were critically injured.
The incident is described as a domestic violence case linked to a separation dispute.
Elkins had a prior firearms arrest in 2019 but no known history of domestic violence.
He served in the Louisiana Army National Guard from 2013 to 2020 and later worked for UPS.
Relatives said Elkins was struggling emotionally and had expressed dark thoughts days before the shootings.
Authorities are still investigating the full details and motives behind the attack.
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The U.S. Supreme Court agreed to hear a case involving two Catholic churches in Colorado. The churches challenge a state rule that requires preschools receiving public money to accept children of same-sex couples.
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The case involves two Catholic parishes in Colorado.
Colorado has a rule that preschools must enroll children of same-sex couples to get public funding.
The Catholic churches oppose this rule on religious grounds.
The Supreme Court will hear this case in the next term.
The case could change how a major 1990 religious rights ruling is applied.
The decision may affect religious freedom and anti-discrimination laws.
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A ship called Mariana was found overturned near Saipan after a typhoon, with six people missing on board. The U.S. Coast Guard and other agencies are still searching for the missing crew in the area.
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The overturned ship Mariana was found 95 nautical miles northeast of its last known location.
The Mariana is a 145-foot (44-meter) dry cargo vessel registered in the U.S.
The ship lost engine power during Typhoon Sinlaku and lost contact with the Coast Guard on Thursday.
An HC-130 plane and rescue teams from the U.S., Japan, and New Zealand searched over 75,000 square nautical miles for the missing six crew members.
The vessel was confirmed as the Mariana by a U.S. Air Force rescue squadron on Sunday night.
Rescuers plan to use a remotely operated underwater drone to explore the vessel if divers find a safe entry point.
Typhoon Sinlaku caused severe weather and damage on Saipan, including floods and strong winds lasting about 48 hours.
Search efforts continue despite challenges caused by the storm's size and intensity.
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Two U.S. senators have warned that a merger between United Airlines and American Airlines could reduce competition in the airline industry and lead to higher ticket prices. They also said the deal could make it harder for smaller airlines to compete and might lower wages for airline workers.
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Senators Elizabeth Warren and Mike Lee wrote a letter to the CEOs of United and American Airlines about the merger concerns.
They said the merger could cause airlines to raise ticket prices and fees because there would be fewer competitors.
The merger could limit smaller airlines from getting important gate space at airports.
Fewer employers might reduce job opportunities and wages for airline workers.
The senators asked for information by May 3 about any merger talks and its impact on consumers.
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby mentioned a possible merger in talks with Trump administration officials.
American Airlines stated it is not interested in merging and said such a deal would hurt competition and consumers.
Neither airline has responded publicly to the senators' letter so far.
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The Supreme Court declined to hear a case from Massachusetts parents who sued their child's school for supporting the child's gender transition without the parents' consent. The high court left in place lower court decisions that ruled against the parents, but it may review similar cases in the future.
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Massachusetts parents sued their child's public school for encouraging their child's gender transition without telling them.
The child, identified as B.F., began exploring their gender identity and seeing a therapist after school involvement.
The school started using a different name and pronouns for B.F. and allowed bathroom use aligning with their gender identity.
The parents claim the school has a secret policy allowing students to transition socially without parent approval.
The school says it acted after B.F. requested new pronouns and name in an email.
Lower courts dismissed the parents' case, ruling parents don't have a constitutional right to control public school education in this way.
The Supreme Court refused to hear the appeal but may consider other related cases soon.
This issue involves a conflict between parents' rights and schools' efforts to protect student privacy and support transgender students.
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Several airlines, including Delta, Air Canada, Norse Atlantic Airways, and Edelweiss Air, have cut flights and increased baggage fees due to rising fuel costs. These changes come after tensions related to a U.S. naval blockade against Iran, which has led to higher oil prices affecting airline operations.
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Delta Air Lines is reducing flights at Detroit, New York’s JFK, and Boston airports through September.
Air Canada will stop flights to JFK from Toronto and Montreal from June 1 until October 25.
Norse Atlantic Airways canceled some flights to Los Angeles because of high oil prices and fuel shortages.
Edelweiss Air canceled direct flights from Seattle to Zurich and ended some U.S. routes.
Many U.S. airlines, like American, Delta, Southwest, and Alaska, have raised baggage fees recently.
The rise in fuel prices is linked to conflict in Iran and its impact on oil supply routes.
The International Energy Agency warns of potential jet fuel shortages if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed.
Airlines are adjusting schedules and fees to manage higher costs and maintain service.
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This article explains the steps for green-card holders to become naturalized U.S. citizens. It describes the eligibility rules, application process, testing, and final ceremony to take the Oath of Allegiance.
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Most green-card holders must wait five years before applying for citizenship; those married to U.S. citizens may apply after three years.
Applicants must show continuous residence and physical presence in the U.S., meet good moral character standards, and pass background checks.
The application starts with filing Form N-400 and paying a fee (around $710-$760, lower for some).
Applicants give biometrics (fingerprints, photo) and attend an interview to review their history and test English and civics knowledge.
Starting in October 2025, the civics test will include up to 20 questions from a pool of 128; applicants must answer at least 12 correctly.
Spouses of U.S. service members stationed abroad may be eligible for faster naturalization without usual residency rules.
After approval, applicants attend a ceremony and take the Oath of Allegiance to become citizens.
U.S. citizenship grants rights like voting and applying for a passport, and responsibilities like loyalty to the U.S.
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The animated series "Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord" is available on Disney Plus, with Episode 5 and Episode 6 releasing on April 20, 2026. The show follows the character Maul as he builds a criminal empire after The Clone Wars and has received high viewership and ratings.
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"Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord" has a total of 10 episodes.
Two new episodes release every Monday at midnight Pacific Time on Disney Plus, from April 6 to May 4, 2026.
Episodes 5 (“Inquisition”) and 6 (“Night of the Hunted”) come out together on April 20, 2026.
The story follows Maul, a former Sith, seeking revenge and building a criminal network.
The series is the most-watched Star Wars show in recent years on Disney Plus.
It holds a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, making it the highest-rated Star Wars series to date.
Episode release times vary for different North American time zones, ranging from Sunday night to Monday morning.
The show began with the first two episodes on April 6 and will finish with episodes 9 and 10 on May 4, 2026.
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Desmond Morris, a zoologist, author, and artist known for his 1967 book "The Naked Ape," has died at the age of 98. His book treated humans as evolved apes and influenced popular views on human behavior. Morris also worked at London Zoo and was known for his work in animal behavior and art.
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Desmond Morris was born on January 24, 1928, near Swindon, England.
He wrote "The Naked Ape" in 1967, explaining human behavior from an evolutionary viewpoint.
Morris studied animal behavior without doing experiments, focusing instead on observing animals in nature.
He worked as curator of mammals at London Zoo and tried to breed pandas in captivity.
Morris also was a surrealist painter and showed his work worldwide.
He gave a paintbrush to a chimpanzee named Congo to study if animals could create art.
"The Naked Ape" became popular during the sexual revolution and influenced thinking about human nature.
His son announced Morris's death on April 20, calling him a man full of curiosity and creativity.
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A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7 struck off northern Japan, leading to a brief tsunami alert. Authorities warned that the chance of a larger, very powerful earthquake, called a mega-quake, is slightly higher than usual in nearby coastal areas.
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The earthquake had a preliminary magnitude of 7.7.
It occurred off the northern coast of Japan.
A tsunami alert was issued but lasted only a short time.
Japan’s Cabinet Office and Meteorological Agency gave the alert.
They reported a 1% chance of a mega-quake happening soon after this quake.
Normally, the chance of a mega-quake in this area is 0.1%.
The quake happened near the Chishima and Japan trenches, underwater cracks in the Earth’s crust.
A mega-quake means a much bigger and more damaging earthquake than usual.
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New information is coming out about the money being raised for the 2026 midterm elections. Political experts Chuck Rocha and Carrie Lukas spoke with CBS News about the fundraising efforts.
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The article discusses fundraising for the 2026 midterm elections.
New data on campaign fundraising has recently become available.
Chuck Rocha, a Democratic strategist, and Carrie Lukas, a Republican strategist, shared their views.
They appeared on CBS News to talk about fundraising trends.
Midterm elections occur halfway through a president’s term and affect control of Congress.
Fundraising is important because it helps candidates pay for campaign activities.
The discussion includes both Democratic and Republican perspectives.
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Mortgage interest rates for homebuyers and those refinancing have improved slightly as of April 20, 2026. The average rates for 30-year and 15-year loans have dropped from March levels, making borrowing somewhat more affordable, but rates can change daily.
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The average 30-year mortgage purchase rate is 5.99% as of April 20, 2026.
The average 15-year mortgage purchase rate is 5.50%.
In late March 2026, these rates were higher at 6.37% (30-year) and 5.75% (15-year).
The average refinance rate for a 30-year mortgage is currently 6.66%.
The median refinance rate for a 15-year mortgage is 5.62%.
Rates have recently improved but may not stay low due to market changes and global uncertainties.
Borrowers are advised to shop around and compare rates from multiple lenders.
Locking in a mortgage rate now may protect borrowers if rates rise later.
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Democrats are being urged to promote clean energy as a way to lower consumer costs and reduce reliance on volatile global oil markets amid rising prices due to the Iran war. While President Trump opposes alternatives to fossil fuels, some Democratic leaders believe clean energy can provide energy independence and economic security for Americans.
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The Iran war has caused oil and gas prices to increase worldwide, pushing U.S. gasoline prices above $4.10 per gallon.
The strait of Hormuz, a key oil shipping route, was closed after a U.S. and Israeli attack on Iran.
President Trump aims to maintain fossil fuel reliance and opposes clean energy alternatives.
Democrats have been cautious about linking the Iran conflict to climate action and energy policy.
Senator Sheldon Whitehouse advocates for clean energy as a stable and affordable energy source independent of global conflicts.
The rising fuel prices highlight the need for energy independence through renewable sources like solar and wind power.
Democrats passed climate legislation to boost clean energy jobs, but much of it was blocked by Republicans in Congress.
Some Democrats believe the Iran war is a chance to connect clean energy promotion to economic and national security benefits.
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The third season of the TV show "Euphoria" is airing on HBO and HBO Max, with Episode 3 set to release on April 26, 2026, at 9 p.m. Eastern and Pacific Time. Viewers need an HBO Max subscription to watch the episode, which continues to follow the lives of characters like Rue, Cassie, and Nate after high school.
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"Euphoria" Season 3 Episode 3 will be available on April 26, 2026, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and HBO Max.
To watch the show, a subscription to HBO Max is required. Plans start at $10.99 per month with ads or $18.99 without ads.
The show follows characters a few years after high school, focusing on challenges like debt and career ambitions.
The release time varies by country, with times listed for Brazil, the UK, Europe, India, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand.
Previous episodes in Season 3 aired weekly starting April 12, with new episodes every Tuesday until May 31.
Episodes in past seasons usually run about one hour.
The official summary for Episode 3 is not yet available, but the season deals with themes like faith, redemption, and evil.
It is believed that Season 3 will be the final season of "Euphoria."
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The article discusses how people are influenced by media messages, even in places with strong political views. It suggests that repeated false information can weaken people’s ability to question what they hear.
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The article is about media influence on public opinion.
It focuses on how repeated untrue information affects people’s thinking.
The article mentions a place with strong political views but does not name specific locations.
It talks about the idea of propaganda, which means media spreading biased or false messages.
The article implies that resistance to propaganda decreases when people accept many lies.
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