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Rescue teams in Venezuela are working hard to find people trapped under rubble after two strong earthquakes hit the country, killing over 1,400 people. The critical time to find survivors is ending soon, and international help has started to arrive.
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Two earthquakes with magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela.
At least 1,430 people have died from the earthquakes.
Tens of thousands of people are still missing.
Rescue efforts are focused in La Guaira, the hardest hit area.
The first 72 hours after the quake are crucial to find survivors.
A newborn baby was rescued alive about 32 hours after the disaster.
Access to the disaster zone is restricted, and volunteers need permits to enter.
The United States has sent military aid flights and a naval ship to help.
The United Nations estimates up to 6.76 million people may need help with shelter, water, and medical care.
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The US has bombed parts of Iran for the second day after a drone attack near the Strait of Hormuz, increasing tensions in the region. Iran responded with missile and drone attacks on US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, while Israel continued attacks in southern Lebanon following a new peace agreement with Lebanon.
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The US struck locations in Iran, including Sirik, Bandar-e Lengeh, and Qeshm Island, after a drone attacked a commercial ship near the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched missiles and drones at US military sites in Kuwait and Bahrain in response.
Air raid sirens were heard in Bahrain, and Kuwait activated air defenses due to missile and drone threats.
Gulf countries Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, and the UAE condemned Iran’s attack on Bahrain and expressed support for regional security.
President Donald Trump warned the US might “complete the job” if Iran keeps attacking, signaling a tougher approach.
A US congressman criticized the US strikes on Iran as violating the War Powers Resolution and threatened legal action.
Israel reached a framework agreement with Lebanon to end fighting but continued attacks on southern Lebanon; Hezbollah rejected the deal.
President Trump congratulated Lebanon’s president on the peace agreement and pledged US support for Lebanon's economy and military.
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Criminals have created fake programs that claim to help people recover lost cryptocurrency access codes, called seed phrases. These programs actually steal personal information and passwords when downloaded. Experts warn to be careful and use only trusted sources for help with cryptocurrency wallets.
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Cryptocurrency wallets use seed phrases of 12 to 24 words to access digital currency.
Some fake websites offer software to recover lost seed phrases but actually install malware.
The malware collects passwords, photos, documents, and other personal data from the infected computer.
Stolen data is sent to criminals who may use it for further fraud.
HP Security Lab discovered and investigated one such fake software called “Lost crypto wallets finder – cryptocurrency recovery toolkit.”
The fake software sites may appear in web searches for crypto recovery tools.
Experts advise checking online reviews and using legitimate services for help.
If infected, users should remove malware with reliable security software and change passwords, especially for banking.
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A CBS News report tells the story of a young boy whose father may have used him as a false alibi in a murder case. The boy struggles to understand his parents' difficult history while the investigation unfolds.
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The story involves a 6-year-old boy connected to a murder case.
The boy’s father may have used the child to prove he was not at the crime scene.
The boy is trying to come to terms with his parents' complicated past.
The report is part of the "48 Hours" series on CBS News.
Vladimir Duthiers, a CBS News contributor, covers the story.
The article highlights personal and legal challenges faced by the family.
The story was shared through CBS News digital platforms.
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The death toll from two earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 1,430 people. About 51,000 people are still missing, and some survivors say the government is not helping them enough.
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Two earthquakes hit Venezuela recently.
At least 1,430 people have died due to the earthquakes.
Around 51,000 people are missing after the disaster.
Survivors have accused the government of abandoning them.
Rescue and search efforts are ongoing but face difficulties.
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Australia’s government plans to double fines to $99 million for social media companies that break the country’s ban on under-16s using their platforms. Experts and politicians say the government must do more to enforce the ban and hold tech companies responsible for protecting young users and controlling harmful content.
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Australia introduced a social media ban on under-16s on December 10.
The government will increase fines for companies that do not follow the ban from $49.5 million to $99 million.
Over 5 million accounts have been removed, restricted, or deactivated since the ban started.
Research shows about 80% of under-16s still say they use social media despite the ban.
The eSafety commissioner will get stronger powers to gather information and enforce rules.
Experts suggest a “digital duty of care” law to make platforms responsible for user safety and more transparent about their algorithms (the formulas that decide what people see online).
The Greens party urges regulating social media algorithms to better protect young users.
Studies link heavy social media use to poor mental health in young teenagers, but age limits alone may not remove all risks.
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A six-year-old girl named Bellamy-Rose, who was treated for leukemia and is now cancer-free, spent a day at West Suffolk Hospital acting as a doctor. She said she wants to become a doctor because of the kindness she experienced from the medical staff during her treatment.
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Bellamy-Rose was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in 2023.
She underwent seven intense chemotherapy treatments over two years.
Treatment caused hair loss and required feeding through a tube.
She received the all-clear from cancer in November 2023.
Bellamy-Rose returned to West Suffolk Hospital to be a doctor for a day, wearing scrubs and a staff badge.
During the day, she pretended to treat patients, gave out fake prescriptions, and visited operating rooms and labs.
Her mother described the cancer treatment as a difficult time but said Bellamy-Rose is now thriving and back at school.
Bellamy-Rose will have monthly medical check-ups for several years to monitor her health.
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Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard has threatened to stop talks with the United States after the US military struck 10 Iranian targets following attacks on US interests. The conflict has escalated with exchanges of fire in the Gulf region, challenging a fragile ceasefire and an ongoing negotiation process.
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The US military attacked 10 Iranian military sites related to surveillance, communication, air defense, drones, and minelaying near the Strait of Hormuz.
The strikes were ordered by President Donald Trump in response to an earlier attack on a merchant vessel.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard claimed it attacked US forces in Bahrain and Kuwait in retaliation.
Iran warned that continued US attacks could end negotiations aimed at a permanent peace deal.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry condemned the US strikes as a violation of an interim agreement meant to halt the four-month-old war.
The interim deal included a 60-day window for peace talks between Iran and the US.
Israeli military forces reported killing Hezbollah militants and striking rocket launchers in southern Lebanon and Syria to prevent threats to their citizens and soldiers.
President Trump stated that Iran would "no longer exist" if the US is forced to restart the war.
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In Kenya, many students struggle because lessons are taught mainly in English, a language they do not understand well. Some schools and colleges are now using local languages alongside English and Swahili to help students learn better and feel more included.
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About 40% of learners worldwide are not taught in a language they fully understand; in some poorer countries, this is as high as 90%.
Kenya’s education system formally uses mother tongues in early primary school, then switches to English and Swahili from grade 4.
In practice, many Kenyan classrooms use a mix of languages depending on the region and students’ backgrounds.
Using mother tongue languages in education helps students understand lessons better and improves learning outcomes.
A technical college in Kenya uses local languages alongside English and Swahili, making students feel more comfortable and involved.
Students who struggled with education in English-only classes found success when instruction included their mother tongue.
UNESCO supports teaching children in languages they understand to improve literacy and education worldwide.
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Reform UK is now the official opposition in the Welsh parliament (Senedd) after the 2026 elections, where Plaid Cymru won and Labour lost its long-standing dominance. Since taking their seats, some Reform UK members have caused controversy by making divisive comments and voting against their own party.
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Plaid Cymru won the May 2026 Welsh elections, ending 100 years of Labour rule in Wales.
Reform UK came second and increased its vote share from 1% in 2021 to 29% in 2026.
Reform UK holds more than a third of the seats in the expanded Senedd, its largest platform so far.
Some Reform UK members made controversial statements about refugees and jobs, upsetting other parties.
Labour MS Shav Taj became emotional when responding to Reform UK’s comments on immigration.
Reform UK’s chief whip said that controversial remarks are now the “new norm” in the Senedd.
Some Reform UK members voted against their own party on a childcare motion, possibly by mistake.
Plaid Cymru’s minority government faces a tough challenge passing a supplementary budget soon.
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Iran attacked U.S. military bases in Kuwait and Bahrain after the United States carried out strikes on Iranian coastal sites. These attacks and statements from President Trump have increased worries about rising conflict and the failure of peace talks.
Key Facts
The U.S. launched a second round of strikes targeting Iranian coastal locations.
Iran responded by attacking U.S. bases located in Kuwait and Bahrain.
President Donald Trump warned the U.S. would "complete the job" against Iran.
These events have raised concerns about escalating military conflict in the Gulf region.
Peace negotiations between the U.S. and Iran are at risk of failing due to these actions.
The attacks took place in countries that are part of the Gulf region.
Al Jazeera reported from Washington DC on the developments.
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Dry and windy weather has caused large wildfires to grow quickly across the western United States, especially in Utah and Arizona. The biggest fire, the Cottonwood Fire in Utah, has burned over 144 square miles, destroying buildings and making firefighting difficult due to steep terrain.
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The Cottonwood Fire in southwest Utah is the largest wildfire currently burning in the U.S.
It has spread over 144 square miles, damaging parts of a ski resort and summer cabins.
Hot, dry, and windy weather with low humidity is helping fires grow faster.
Utah recently experienced its warmest winter and record-low snow levels, increasing wildfire risk.
Hundreds of firefighters are working to control multiple fires in the region.
Nearly 3 million acres have burned across the country this year, more than the 10-year average.
Utah Governor Spencer Cox declared a state of emergency and banned fireworks before July Fourth.
Rough terrain with cliffs and steep slopes makes firefighting efforts slower and harder.
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In 1987, Selonia Reed was murdered and sexually assaulted in Louisiana. Her 6-year-old son, Reggie, only remembers fragments of that night and has since written a memoir about his experience. Police believe she was killed elsewhere, then her body was moved to a car near her home.
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Selonia Reed was 26 years old when she was killed on August 22, 1987.
She was stabbed 16 times and sexually assaulted.
Her body was found in her car near the John's Curb Market, about 1.5 miles from her house.
The murder likely happened in a different place than where her body was found because there was little blood in the car.
A white substance was found on her body, but any possible message was unreadable due to the heat.
Police collected evidence including a Winston cigarette butt and a screwdriver found near the crime scene.
Reggie Reed, her son, was 6 years old at the time and has written a memoir about losing his mother.
Investigators never found eyewitnesses or the murder weapon tied directly to the crime.
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The US military carried out strikes on 10 Iranian military targets near the Strait of Hormuz after an Iranian drone attacked an oil tanker. These attacks, ordered by President Donald Trump, happened despite a fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran. The situation shows rising tensions and risks of the conflict escalating again.
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The US struck 10 Iranian military sites including surveillance, communication, and drone storage facilities.
The strikes were directed by President Donald Trump as a response to an earlier Iranian drone attack on the oil tanker Kiku.
The Kiku was carrying over two million barrels of crude oil and sailing near the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran and the US had a fragile ceasefire and were working on a final agreement to end the conflict.
President Trump warned that the US might take stronger military action if Iran continues to violate the ceasefire.
Bahrain reported attacks by multiple Iranian drones but no damage was reported.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard claimed to have targeted US military sites in the region but did not specify locations.
A new maritime route near Oman is being expanded for oil tankers, which may cause more tensions with Iran.
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Prince Harry is reconsidering bringing his wife Meghan and their two children to the UK next month after his request for police protection was denied. They were planning a family visit and to take part in public events, but without official UK security support, the trip’s details are still uncertain.
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Prince Harry, Meghan, and their children Archie and Lilibet planned their first UK visit in four years.
They requested police protection funded by taxpayers, which was denied just days before the trip.
The Royal and VIP Executive Committee (Ravec) decided not to provide police security for the family.
The family would have police security only while staying on a royal estate offered by King Charles.
Outside the royal estate, they would rely on private security from California.
Meghan planned to attend public events in London and the Midlands, including the Invictus Games countdown.
Prince Harry previously lost a legal case to secure regular police protection in the UK.
The final decision on the trip and whether Meghan and the children will come is expected soon.
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New Caledonia, a French territory in the Pacific, held provincial elections for the first time since 2019. The vote will decide local leaders ahead of talks with France about the territory's political future, especially the question of independence.
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About 192,000 voters will elect 76 councillors for three provincial assemblies in New Caledonia.
Fifty-four elected councillors will join the territory’s congress, which can make local laws.
The congress members then choose up to 11 people for the executive government.
The main pro-independence group rejected a deal with France that would have created a Caledonian state but ended future independence votes.
Past referendums (2018, 2020, 2021) showed most voters want to stay with France; however, some pro-independence groups boycotted the last vote.
New voting law added about 10,575 native-born residents, including indigenous Kanaks, to the voter list.
Riots in 2024 over voting rights changes resulted in 14 deaths and large property damage.
France has sent 2,400 law enforcement officers to maintain order during the election period.
Negotiations on New Caledonia’s political status with France are set to resume next month aiming for an agreement by year-end.
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Rep. Julia Letlow won the Republican Senate runoff race in Louisiana, defeating John Fleming. Letlow had strong support from President Donald Trump, which helped her campaign.
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Julia Letlow won about 55% of the vote in the GOP Senate runoff.
John Fleming received about 45% of the vote.
Letlow led the May 16 primary with 45%, Fleming had 28%, and incumbent Sen. Bill Cassidy trailed with 25%.
Cassidy was voted out after supporting Trump's conviction following the January 6 events.
Letlow rose to office in 2021 after winning a special election following her husband’s death from COVID-19.
Fleming is a physician and former congressman who worked in Trump’s first administration but did not get Trump’s endorsement.
President Trump campaigned for Letlow through social media and a telerally but did not visit Louisiana.
The runoff had less voter motivation since the main opponent, Cassidy, was no longer in the race.
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The U.S. military is sending extra help to Venezuela after two strong earthquakes caused many deaths and missing people. A special team is being sent quickly to assist with the disaster response.
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Two powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela recently.
The quakes have caused many deaths and left tens of thousands missing.
The U.S. military is sending more resources to help Venezuela.
U.S. South Command (Southcom) announced the deployment on Saturday.
A specialized rapid response unit is being sent to assist with rescue and aid efforts.
The goal is to support Venezuela in managing the aftermath of the earthquakes.
The situation remains critical with many people affected by the disaster.
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Bad Bunny, a Puerto Rican rapper, became the first Latin American artist to headline a stadium show in the UK, performing to about 50,000 fans at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. His concert celebrated Latin American culture and included messages of support for Venezuela after recent earthquakes.
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Bad Bunny is performing his Debí Tirar Más Fotos (DTMF) world tour.
The concert was held at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London with around 50,000 attendees.
He is the first artist from Latin America to headline a UK stadium show.
The show featured a mix of modern Latin rap, salsa, and traditional music with a live band.
The stage design included a Puerto Rican-style home to create a community and intimate feel.
The album DTMF was the first entirely Spanish-language album to win the Grammy Award for Album of the Year.
Bad Bunny dedicated part of the show to express solidarity with Venezuela after recent earthquakes.
The audience included fans from various Latin American communities as well as celebrities like Adele and Novak Djokovic.
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Rep. Julia Letlow, supported by President Donald Trump, is expected to win the Republican runoff election for the U.S. Senate seat in Louisiana. She is competing against Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming after no candidate received a majority in the primary election.
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Julia Letlow is a Republican representative from Louisiana.
President Donald Trump has publicly endorsed Letlow.
The runoff election is to fill the Senate seat won by Bill Cassidy, who is leaving.
The primary was held on May 16 and included four candidates: Letlow, Fleming, Cassidy, and Mark Spencer.
No candidate got more than 50% in the primary, requiring a runoff between Letlow and Fleming.
Decision Desk HQ projects that Letlow will win the runoff.
John Fleming is the current Louisiana State Treasurer and Letlow’s opponent in the runoff.
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