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The UK government plans a new law requiring asylum seekers to repay about £10,000 for their living costs before they can get settled status. This proposal aims to reduce government spending on asylum support but has faced criticism from charities for being unfair to vulnerable refugees.
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Asylum seekers in the UK would have to pay back around £10,000 for state-funded living costs.
Repayment is required before asylum seekers can qualify for settled status.
The plan is part of a new immigration and asylum bill to be reviewed by UK MPs.
The Home Office compares the repayment scheme to student loans.
Less than 15% of refugees earn more than £20,000 five years after being granted asylum, limiting how much money will be collected.
Charities argue the policy is unfair because asylum seekers cannot work during their claim process.
The Home Office will set income thresholds and adjust the repayment amount as needed.
Experts warn the scheme might discourage refugees from working or using official accommodation.
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England and Wales will increase the minimum prison sentence for people who kill their current or former partners from 15 to 25 years. This change follows a campaign by victims’ families and aims to better reflect the harm caused by domestic murders.
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The new minimum sentence for killing a current or ex-partner is 25 years in jail.
Previously, most domestic murders had a minimum sentence of 15 years.
The change responds to a campaign led by mothers of women who were murdered by partners.
About 70% of people killed in their homes are women.
The law change is part of efforts to reduce violence against women and girls.
The sentence increase does not apply when a victim kills their abuser.
Some groups want the law to cover killings by family members and “honour”-based abuse too.
The prison system may face more pressure due to longer sentences.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with a top Libyan military leader, Saddam Haftar, to discuss ways to unify Libya’s divided political and military groups. The US is working to support peace efforts and help create conditions for a democratically elected government in Libya.
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Marco Rubio met Saddam Haftar, deputy commander of the Libyan National Army (LNA), which controls eastern Libya.
The LNA competes for power with the internationally recognized government based in Tripoli, western Libya.
The US aims to help unify Libya’s military, economic, and political institutions to promote peace.
In April, the US helped broker a deal for joint government spending covering salaries and oil revenues.
The US is encouraging military cooperation between Libya’s eastern and western forces, including joint drills with US forces.
Libya has been divided since 2014, after armed groups split the country and two competing governments emerged.
Khalifa Haftar, Saddam’s father, leads the LNA and controls eastern Libya; he has opposed the Tripoli government since 2016.
The Trump administration is leading diplomatic efforts, with plans to invite Libyan leaders to Washington to finalize a unity agreement.
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The UK government will publish a long-delayed defence investment plan (DIP) on Tuesday, focusing heavily on using more drones and autonomous weapons. The plan includes a £5 billion investment for these technologies and aims to update military equipment and infrastructure over the next decade.
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The defence investment plan was delayed by about nine months and will be published shortly before the NATO summit in Turkey on July 7.
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) secured a £13.5 billion funding increase, which is less than half the £28 billion originally requested.
Two defence ministers resigned because they felt the funding was insufficient and the plan was not ambitious enough.
The plan shifts focus toward modern warfare, emphasizing drone use based on lessons from conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.
At least six new modern "hybrid" warships capable of deploying drones will be built, replacing older ships.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer supports the plan, calling it a "game-changing investment" to keep Britain safe and boost the defence industry.
Unions and defence companies warned that delays in the plan threaten UK jobs, skills, and national security.
Sir Keir’s publication of the plan before leaving office may create tensions with his expected successor, Andy Burnham, who has approved the plan but may want to adjust future defence spending.
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President Donald Trump said that U.S. and Iranian officials planned to meet in Doha on Tuesday for peace talks. However, Iranian officials denied that such a meeting was scheduled.
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President Trump announced U.S.-Iran talks would take place in Doha on Tuesday.
Iranian officials said no talks are planned on that date.
The discussions are intended to focus on peace between the two countries.
CBS News correspondent Weijia Jiang reported on the situation.
Aaron David Miller, an expert on international peace, provided analysis.
There is a public disagreement between the U.S. and Iran about the meeting’s timing.
The article was reported by CBS News and available on their app and website.
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Hundreds of people in Venezuela are staying at a golf course in La Guaira after recent earthquakes forced many from their homes. These earthquakes caused more than 1,700 deaths and left about 15,000 people homeless, with many still missing.
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Earthquakes struck Venezuela last week.
Over 1,700 people died because of the earthquakes.
Around 15,000 people lost their homes.
Tens of thousands of people are still missing.
Survivors are now sheltering at a golf course in La Guaira.
The chances of finding more survivors are getting smaller.
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A group of 25 states plus Washington, D.C., filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration. They challenge a new rule that changes Medicaid work requirement exemptions for people who are medically frail, saying it breaks laws set by Congress.
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The lawsuit was filed in a federal court in Massachusetts.
It involves Medicaid, the government health insurance program for low-income people.
The rule changes how people who are medically frail can be exempt from work requirements to keep Medicaid.
The states claim the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) did not follow congressional protections.
25 states and Washington, D.C., are part of the lawsuit.
The legal action focuses on the balance between federal rules and congressional intent for Medicaid exemptions.
Work requirements usually mean Medicaid recipients must work, look for work, or do community activities to keep benefits.
Medically frail refers to people with serious health problems that make work difficult or impossible.
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Bill Pulte, director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, repeated his claims that Federal Reserve board member Lisa Cook committed mortgage fraud. This came after the Supreme Court stopped President Donald Trump from firing her immediately for this reason.
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Bill Pulte is the director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA).
Lisa Cook serves as a member of the Federal Reserve board.
Pulte accused Cook of mortgage fraud. Mortgage fraud means lying or cheating on home loan documents.
Pulte believes Cook will face formal charges (indictment) for this alleged fraud.
The Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump cannot fire Cook right away for cause.
This Supreme Court decision came before any formal charges or firing occurred.
The situation involves high-level government officials connected to housing and finance.
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Over 100 Venezuelans were deported from the United States to Caracas and held in a hotel when earthquakes hit Venezuela. Survivors say rescue efforts began quickly to find people trapped under the rubble.
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A deportation flight from Miami to Caracas arrived hours before the earthquakes.
The flight carried 146 Venezuelans, including 19 women and 7 children.
Those deported were held in a hotel at the time of the earthquakes.
Rescue workers and survivors worked to find survivors and recover bodies from the rubble.
The deportation flight was tracked by ICE Flight Monitor, run by the group Human Rights First.
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A new survey shows younger Americans, especially Gen Z, are more likely than older generations to support brands that celebrate America’s 250th anniversary in 2026. Many big companies, including Amazon, Walmart, and Coca-Cola, are sponsoring the national celebration called America250, which organizes events and programs to mark the milestone.
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America250 is a nonpartisan group appointed by Congress to lead the U.S. 250th anniversary celebrations in 2026.
The organization works with many companies, such as Coca‑Cola, Walmart, Amazon, Oracle, FedEx, and JPMorgan Chase, who sponsor and promote the event.
A survey of over 3,400 U.S. adults found 68% are somewhat or very likely to support brands involved in America250.
73% of Gen Z respondents said they would support these brands, compared to 58% of Baby Boomers (born 1946-1964).
Men show slightly higher support (71%) than women (64%) for patriotic brands linked to the celebration.
Most adults (58%) said they are unlikely to attend sporting events marking the anniversary, though 25% of adults 18-29 expressed interest.
About 40% might buy sports team apparel commemorating the 250th anniversary, with NHL fans showing the highest interest.
America250 includes around 60 official sponsors, many of which have ties to sports marketing.
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The U.S. Supreme Court decided that mail-in ballots sent by Election Day can be counted even if they arrive after that day. Experts discussed how this decision affects the election process and voting rules.
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The Supreme Court made a ruling about mail-in ballots on Monday.
Ballots must be cast by Election Day to be counted, even if they arrive late.
The decision clarifies rules about when mail-in votes can be included in election results.
David Becker, an election expert, provided analysis on CBS News.
The ruling impacts how states handle mail-in voting and election deadlines.
The decision aims to balance voter access and election integrity.
This case is part of ongoing discussions about voting rules in the U.S.
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A group of House Republicans is trying to repeal the 17th Amendment, which allows voters to elect U.S. senators directly. They want state legislatures to choose senators instead, arguing this would better protect state interests. This effort comes amid a disagreement between House and Senate Republicans over a voting-related bill called the SAVE Act.
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The 17th Amendment, passed in 1912, lets voters directly elect U.S. senators.
Representative Keith Self and eight other House Republicans introduced a bill to repeal the 17th Amendment.
If repealed, state legislatures would select senators instead of voters.
Repealing a constitutional amendment requires approval by two-thirds of both the House and Senate and three-fourths of state legislatures.
This repeal effort faces low chances because it needs broad support, including from Democrats.
The effort is linked to frustrations over the Senate’s inaction on the SAVE Act, a bill about federal election rules.
Republicans currently control more state legislatures than Democrats (28 states vs. 18 states).
No constitutional amendment has been repealed except the 18th Amendment, which ended Prohibition.
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A heat wave is affecting the Midwest and spreading east across the United States, causing outdoor activities to be canceled and leading communities to open cooling centers. Temperatures and humidity are forecast to remain high through the week, with some areas expecting record heat later in the week.
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The Midwest, including Iowa, is under an extreme heat warning through at least Tuesday.
Heat index values (how hot it feels) are expected to reach over 100 degrees Fahrenheit (about 38 degrees Celsius).
Cooling centers have opened in some places like Flint, Michigan, to help people stay safe.
Some outdoor events, including summer camps and a farmers market, were canceled or rescheduled because of the heat.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison closed many buildings due to limited air conditioning after a broken cooling plant water line.
The heat wave is expected to move east, affecting the Ohio Valley, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast later in the week.
Meteorologists advise people to stay hydrated, use shade or air conditioning, and avoid the hottest parts of the day to prevent heat-related health problems.
Heat waves have also caused problems and deaths in Europe recently, highlighting the dangers of extreme heat.
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A deadly earthquake hit La Guaira, Venezuela, destroying buildings and trapping people under rubble. Rescuers and family members are urgently searching for survivors amid difficult conditions and delays in official help.
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An earthquake struck La Guaira, Venezuela, causing buildings to collapse.
The Mariola and Maribel Residences were severely damaged, with one tower leaning and the other completely destroyed.
Rescuers and residents listen carefully for sounds from trapped survivors under the debris.
On Saturday, 33 survivors were found, but hope has decreased over time.
Relatives like Ronnie Navarro traveled long distances to assist in the rescue of loved ones.
Some survivors’ families express frustration at delays and limited government rescue efforts.
Heavy machinery is being carefully used only after search and rescue attempts.
The nearby Caribe residential complex also suffered significant destruction, with multiple bodies recovered.
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Saks Global has finished its bankruptcy process after receiving $500 million in new funding. The company will focus more on selling luxury goods and improving customer service while closing some stores and reducing staff.
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Saks Global exited bankruptcy with $500 million in new financing.
The company plans to shift its focus towards luxury retail and better service.
Some Saks stores will be closed as part of the restructuring.
Saks will reduce its workforce to cut costs.
The changes aim to strengthen Saks' position in the luxury market.
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The Supreme Court made important rulings about when and how a U.S. president can fire government officials. CBS News legal expert Jan Crawford explained the court's decisions on the show "The Takeout."
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The Supreme Court issued decisions about presidential firings.
These rulings clarify rules for how a president can remove certain officials.
Jan Crawford, CBS News chief legal correspondent, discussed the decisions.
The explanation was given on the CBS News program called "The Takeout."
The topic focuses on the powers of President Donald Trump related to firing officials.
The decisions impact how the government operates and the limits on presidential power.
The coverage is available on the CBS News app and website.
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Luigi Mangione’s federal trial for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has been delayed until January. The delay was announced during a court hearing that started late because Mangione was stuck in an elevator. The judge postponed the federal trial to allow Mangione’s lawyers to focus on his state murder trial starting in September.
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Luigi Mangione is accused in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
His federal trial was scheduled for the fall but has been delayed until January.
The court hearing was delayed because Mangione got stuck in a courthouse elevator.
U.S. District Judge Margaret Garnett ordered the delay.
The federal trial was postponed so Mangione’s lawyers can prepare for his state murder trial.
The state murder trial is set to begin on September 8.
The case is taking place in New York.
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South Korea’s government and major technology companies are investing $1 trillion in projects to increase memory chip production, build large AI data centers, and develop humanoid robots by 2028. These efforts aim to support the growing global demand for AI-related technology but also raise challenges like resource needs and worker concerns about robots replacing jobs.
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South Korea plans to invest $1 trillion in technology projects by 2028.
Samsung and SK Hynix will spend $585 billion on new memory chip factories to double DRAM production in five years.
Building new chip plants could take many years, with one previous facility taking nine years to complete.
SK Group, GS Group, and Naver will invest $357 billion in creating large AI data centers in several provinces.
These projects will require a lot of electricity and water; the government is working to secure these resources.
South Korea uses nuclear, coal, and natural gas power, but natural gas supply is unstable due to global issues.
Hyundai plans to mass-produce humanoid robots to assist in factories and other workplaces.
Some workers and policymakers are concerned about large company profits and the impact of robots on jobs.
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The District of Columbia agreed to pay $50,000 to settle a lawsuit from a man who said police wrongly detained him for playing the Darth Vader theme song on his phone while following an Ohio National Guard patrol. The man, Sam O'Hara, said he was protesting President Donald Trump's increase of federal law enforcement in the city.
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Sam O'Hara filed a lawsuit against D.C., four police officers, and an Ohio National Guard member.
He played Darth Vader's "Star Wars" theme song on his cellphone while following a guard patrol.
O'Hara claimed this was a peaceful protest against President Trump's federal law enforcement actions in D.C.
Authorities detained him, which he said was illegal.
The District of Columbia agreed to pay $50,000 to settle the lawsuit.
The incident involved the Metropolitan Police Department and Ohio National Guard members.
The case highlights tensions related to federal law enforcement presence in Washington, D.C.
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Teyana Taylor received the Icon of the Year Award at the 2026 BET Awards held in Los Angeles. During the ceremony, singer Janet Jackson praised Taylor’s achievements and personal qualities, which moved Taylor to tears while accepting the award.
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The 2026 BET Awards took place at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.
Teyana Taylor won the Icon of the Year Award.
Janet Jackson presented the award and delivered a speech praising Taylor’s career and character.
Jackson highlighted Taylor’s Harlem roots and her awards, including a Golden Globe win and Grammy and Oscar nominations.
Taylor became emotional when Jackson appeared unexpectedly to present the award.
Taylor thanked Jackson, calling her her “biggest inspiration.”
Taylor also won other awards at the ceremony, including Fashion Vanguard, Video Director of the Year, and Best Actress.
The ceremony celebrated Taylor’s influence and contributions in both entertainment and her personal life, including raising her two daughters.
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