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Keir Starmer says children should still go to school on Monday morning after England’s late World Cup match against Mexico, which starts at 1am UK time. Thomas Tuchel, the England head coach, suggested parents let children skip school to watch, but Starmer and education officials disagreed, emphasizing the importance of school.
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England will play Mexico in the World Cup at 1am UK time, with the match possibly ending around 3am.
England’s coach, Thomas Tuchel, encouraged parents to write excuses for children to miss school to watch the game.
Keir Starmer’s spokesperson said children should attend school on Monday despite the late match.
Education minister Jacqui Smith said learning is important and young people missing school would lose valuable education.
Babysitting app Bubble reported a 50% rise in Monday morning bookings, suggesting some parents might choose football over school runs.
Some fans want an emergency bank holiday on Monday so people can watch the game without work or school conflicts.
The government said the pattern of bank holidays is fixed but may consider a holiday if England wins the World Cup.
Starmer hinted a possible extra bank holiday on July 20, but does not want to announce it early to avoid bad luck.
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A severe heat wave with temperatures over 100 degrees in the Northeast U.S. has led to many cancellations and changes of events celebrating America's 250th anniversary. Parades, fireworks, and other gatherings have been canceled, postponed, or moved indoors to protect public safety.
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The heat wave is affecting the Northeast ahead of the Fourth of July holiday.
Over 250 events related to America’s 250th anniversary are canceled or rescheduled.
Cities from Philadelphia to New York have stopped or changed parades, fireworks, and concerts.
Norristown, Pennsylvania canceled its July 4 parade due to heat safety concerns.
Colorado canceled fireworks in at least eight cities to prevent wildfire risks.
Delaware, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Colorado have official event cancellations or postponements.
Officials prioritize the safety of families, event participants, and first responders.
President Donald Trump’s Great American State Fair in Washington D.C. is mentioned in relation to these heat-related event changes.
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France has the most campsites in Europe and camping is a popular activity during the summer vacation season. The article looks at the history of camping in France and how it is changing with different types of accommodation like tents, bungalows, and camper vans.
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France has more campsites than any other European country.
Camping started as an activity associated with wealthier people in France.
Camping remains popular during the summer holidays.
There is a competition between using tents, small wooden houses called bungalows, and camper vans for camping.
The article discusses how camping traditions and options are evolving in France.
Camping is a significant part of French culture and tourism.
Changes in camping reflect broader shifts in how people spend their holidays.
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Louisville is facing a severe heat wave caused by a large heat dome affecting many parts of the United States. Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg spoke about the city's efforts to protect people and prepare for the extreme heat.
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A large heat dome is causing very high temperatures across much of the U.S.
Millions of people are affected by the heat wave.
Louisville's local government is taking actions to help residents cope with the heat.
Mayor Craig Greenberg discussed the city's precautions during a CBS News interview.
The heat wave presents health risks, especially to vulnerable groups like the elderly and children.
Cooling centers and public safety measures are part of the city's response plan.
The heat is expected to continue impacting the region for several days.
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France’s far-right political party, National Rally, is being investigated by European authorities for possibly misusing European Union funds. The investigation involved searches related to allegations of embezzlement, and Jordan Bardella, a leader linked to the party, called the probe judicial persecution.
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National Rally is a far-right political party in France.
European justice officials are investigating National Rally for alleged misuse of EU funds.
Authorities conducted searches as part of the investigation.
Jordan Bardella, a party leader and former member of the European Parliament, is involved in the case.
Bardella claims the investigation is a form of judicial persecution.
The probe focuses on possible embezzlement, which means illegally taking money that should be used for other purposes.
The National Rally was formerly known as the National Front.
The investigation relates to financial activities within the European Union context.
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An experimental weight-loss drug called retatrutide is being sold without a prescription in some Brooklyn stores, despite not being approved by the FDA. The drug is advertised as "not for human consumption," but people are still buying it, raising safety concerns. Experts and the drug’s manufacturer warn that these sales are illegal and potentially dangerous.
Key Facts
Retatrutide is an experimental drug not approved by the FDA for weight loss or other uses.
A Brooklyn convenience store openly sells retatrutide alongside everyday items, without prescription or age checks.
The drug is sold under the label of Indr Labs, which claims the product is for research only, but this is not clearly stated on the packaging sold in stores.
Certificates of analysis, which are supposed to verify the drug’s purity, appear to be fake or misleading.
Federal law forbids the commercial sale of such experimental drugs to the public.
The FDA has warned consumers against buying retatrutide from unregulated sources, citing health risks.
Eli Lilly, the company developing retatrutide, urges law enforcement to stop illegal sales.
Retatrutide in clinical trials has shown promising results as a weight-loss drug but is still under official review.
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“Love Island” Season 13 Episode 34 will be released on July 3, 2026, and can be streamed on Hulu with a paid subscription. The episode continues the Casa Amor challenge, where boys and girls form new connections, causing some drama in the main villa.
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Episode 34 of “Love Island” Season 13 comes out on July 3, 2026.
New episodes air daily except for Tuesdays.
Viewers can watch the episode on Hulu starting at 12 a.m. Pacific Time (3 a.m. Eastern Time).
Hulu requires a subscription, starting at $11.99 per month.
The episode runs about 60 to 90 minutes.
In the episode, the boys in Casa Amor try to make new connections while the girls in the main villa wonder if they have been forgotten.
A selfie challenge among the Casa Amor girls leads to some tensions when the pictures are sent to the main villa girls.
Some original cast members include Robyn, Lorenzo, Mica, Sean, Ellie, and others.
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The article explains that workers face high costs for housing, healthcare, and childcare, but their wages have not increased enough to keep up. It argues that many people need higher pay to meet their everyday expenses.
Key Facts
Housing prices have gone up significantly.
Healthcare has become more expensive.
Childcare costs have increased.
Many workers’ paychecks remain low.
Minimum wage has not risen for 17 years.
Low wages make it hard for people to cover basic needs.
There is a call for raising the minimum wage to help workers afford living expenses.
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This article provides a list of stores and restaurants that will be open on July 4th, the U.S. Independence Day holiday. It helps people find places to buy food and snacks while traveling or celebrating.
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The article focuses on businesses open on July 4th.
It includes both stores and restaurants.
The list helps those who forgot to prepare food or want to eat on the go.
July 4th is a major holiday in the United States.
Some businesses close on the holiday, so this list shows the exceptions.
The article serves as a practical guide for holiday planning.
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A federal judge stopped the U.S. Postal Service from changing how it handles mail-in ballots. The judge’s decision stops new rules that would limit mail-in voting, a method President Trump has criticized.
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A federal judge blocked the USPS from changing mail-in ballot delivery rules.
The proposed changes aimed to restrict mail-in voting.
Postmaster General David Steiner said USPS would not deliver ballots in some states under the new rules.
The judge’s decision prevents these restrictions from taking effect.
President Trump has frequently criticized mail-in voting.
The ruling supports continued access to mail-in ballots as usual for upcoming elections.
USPS manages the delivery of mail-in ballots nationwide.
The case reflects ongoing debates about voting methods in the U.S.
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President Donald Trump said that oil prices are falling quickly, but gas prices at the pump are not going down as fast. He made this comment before the Fourth of July weekend.
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Oil prices have been dropping rapidly.
Gas prices are decreasing but at a slower pace than oil prices.
President Trump highlighted this issue on Wednesday.
The statement was made just before the Fourth of July weekend.
Trump emphasized that gas prices should fall faster to match oil price drops.
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Israel and Gaza have reached 1,000 days since the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, which started the ongoing war. Israel is calling for an official investigation into the attack, but the government led by Prime Minister Netanyahu has not created one. Despite a truce, fighting continues in Gaza, and Israeli intelligence says Hamas is regrouping.
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Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, 2023, starting the war in Gaza.
It has now been 1,000 days since that attack.
Israel wants a state commission to investigate the attack.
Prime Minister Netanyahu’s government refuses to form this commission.
Even though there is a truce, Gaza still faces attacks.
Israeli intelligence warns Hamas is reorganizing.
The situation remains tense in the region with ongoing conflict risks.
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President Donald Trump made his first trip on the new Air Force One plane, which was given to the United States by Qatar. He spoke about the cost of upgrading the plane and suggested it was not very expensive.
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The new Air Force One aircraft was gifted to the U.S. by Qatar.
President Donald Trump took his first trip on this plane.
President Trump commented on the cost of upgrading the plane.
He indicated that the expense of the upgrades was not high.
The aircraft serves as the official presidential airplane.
The story was reported by CBS News correspondent Ed O’Keefe.
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A Brooklyn convenience store was selling an unapproved experimental weight-loss drug called retatrutide. Federal law usually prohibits the sale of such drugs outside of official medical channels.
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The drug sold is called retatrutide, which is an experimental peptide meant for weight loss.
The store is located in Brooklyn, New York.
Retatrutide is generally not approved for sale by federal law.
The drug was sold behind the store counter.
This discovery was reported by CBS News correspondent Adam Yamaguchi.
Experimental drugs like retatrutide are normally controlled to ensure safety.
Selling unapproved drugs in stores is illegal under federal regulations.
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Tesla sold 480,126 cars in the past three months, which is more than last year and higher than experts expected. This rise in sales suggests that concerns from boycotts and competition might be easing, especially as Tesla’s cheaper car models and driver assistance features gain popularity in Europe.
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Tesla delivered 480,126 cars in the latest quarter, up from 384,122 in the same period last year.
The production volume for the quarter was 451,758 vehicles.
Analysts had estimated about 401,000 car deliveries, so Tesla exceeded expectations.
Tesla saw strong sales growth in Europe, including a 300% increase in Germany in May.
The company released cheaper versions of Model Y and Model 3 last year to boost sales.
More European countries have approved Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (Supervised) feature, including the Netherlands, Estonia, Greece, and Lithuania.
Tesla’s stock price has risen over 40% in the past year, fully recovering from a drop the previous year.
Sales had dropped last year due to protests, boycotts, and vandalism in Europe and the U.S., but have since rebounded.
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Rescuers saved Hernán Alberto Gil Flores, a security guard trapped alive under rubble for eight days after twin earthquakes hit Catia La Mar, Venezuela. The rescue involved teams from several countries who worked through dangerous conditions to bring him out safely.
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Hernán Alberto Gil Flores, 43, was trapped under a collapsed shopping center basement since June 24.
He worked night shifts as a security guard and survived inside a small cabin that stayed intact.
The first contact with him was made by rescuers on the weekend after the earthquakes.
Specialized rescue teams from Costa Rica, Chile, the U.S., Portugal, and Mexico were involved.
Rescuers faced unstable debris, heavy rain, and ongoing aftershocks during the operation.
They used a telescopic camera and provided water and nutrients through a small shaft.
The operation lasted eight days and ended with Gil Flores being safely carried to an ambulance.
His wife and children had endured long days of worry before he was found alive.
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CBS Mornings Deals offers special discounts on various products to help improve daily life. Viewers can visit cbsdeals.com to find and buy these items, with CBS earning a commission on sales.
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CBS Mornings Deals showcases products with exclusive discounts.
The deals aim to improve everyday lifestyle.
Discounts are available by visiting the website cbsdeals.com.
CBS earns commissions when customers buy products through the site.
The deals are advertised during the CBS Mornings program.
The service is promoted as part of CBS News' offerings.
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Spain and France are preparing for another heatwave with temperatures possibly reaching 44°C (111°F). In June, extreme heat caused over 2,000 excess deaths in both countries combined, with many health and fire risks increasing.
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Spain’s meteorological agency predicts very hot, dry air will bring high temperatures from Saturday onward.
Temperatures in southeast Spain could reach between 42°C and 44°C on Tuesday.
June was the second warmest on record in Spain, with average temperatures 3.2°C above normal.
Spain reported 1,029 excess deaths in June linked to the heatwave.
France reported about 1,000 additional deaths during a 10-day heatwave at the end of June.
Deaths among people over 75 increased sharply, with hospital visits for heat-related issues rising.
France is also experiencing wildfires, especially near Marseille, burning nearly 3,000 acres.
High temperatures have led to increased demand for air-conditioning in Paris.
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The Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil supply, is reopening more quickly than expected after the US and Iran signed an agreement to allow shipping passage. This has caused global oil prices to fall, but there are concerns about a possible oversupply of oil because demand, especially from China, is decreasing.
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The US and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) leading to indirect talks about shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
The strait handles about one-fifth of the world’s oil supply and was disrupted after strikes on Iran starting February 28.
Oil prices have fallen around 1 percent for three days in a row following progress in US-Iran discussions.
The interim deal allows ships to pass through the strait for 60 days without fees, though Iran and Oman claim joint control.
Since the agreement, 35 oil and gas tankers have passed the strait, reaching levels similar to before the conflict.
China, the largest oil importer, has reduced purchases from the Middle East and is relying more on stockpiles and imports from other countries like Russia.
Morgan Stanley warns there could be a glut, meaning more oil supply than demand, if China’s low imports continue and the peace deal holds.
The situation remains uncertain because of possible renewed conflicts and changing oil demand patterns.
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