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The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that the government can end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians and Syrians. This decision stops courts from reviewing these termination choices, allowing the Trump administration to quickly remove protections for about 350,000 Haitians who were granted TPS after the 2010 earthquake.
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Temporary Protected Status (TPS) lets people from dangerous countries stay and work in the U.S. temporarily.
Haiti was given TPS after a major earthquake in 2010 killed over 100,000 people.
About 348,000 Haitians had TPS protections as of mid-2025.
The Supreme Court said the government’s decision to end TPS can’t be challenged in court.
Justice Samuel Alito said the law protecting government decisions on TPS is clear and courts should not block them.
The government claims Haiti is now safe enough for people to return home.
Critics argue that Haiti remains unsafe because of political collapse and gang violence since 2021.
The ruling allows the government to end TPS without proving the country has improved or asking the courts for approval.
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The UK has broken its highest June temperature record for three days straight as part of a severe heatwave caused by global warming. Experts and officials warn that the extreme heat poses health risks, could disrupt services, and the government is urged to take stronger action to protect people and infrastructure.
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The UK reached a new June temperature high of 36.9°C in Wattisham, Suffolk.
The heatwave is the worst ever recorded in western Europe.
Parliament’s environmental audit committee warns of likely deaths and damage to hospitals, schools, transport, and water systems.
More than 1,200 schools were closed due to unsafe heat levels.
The Climate Change Committee says 92% of UK homes will overheat within 20 years without improvements.
Experts call for measures like maximum workplace temperatures, air conditioning for vulnerable people, and changes to school schedules.
The National Heat Risk Commission estimates economic losses in the hundreds of millions of pounds due to heat impacts.
Officials warn the UK is unprepared and must urgently adapt to rising temperatures caused by climate change.
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In France, the murder of an 11-year-old schoolgirl named Lyhanna has caused widespread public anger. A government investigation revealed serious mistakes in how authorities handled the case, leading to nationwide protests demanding justice.
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An 11-year-old girl named Lyhanna was murdered in France.
A man is suspected of killing her.
A French government inquiry found that officials made many errors during the investigation.
These mistakes are described as systemic, meaning they happen often within the justice system.
The case has sparked mass protests across France as people express their outrage.
The story highlights broader issues with how child abuse and related crimes are handled in the country.
The public and organizations are calling for judicial reforms to prevent future failures.
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CBS News visited southern Lebanon, specifically the ancient city of Tyre, during ongoing fighting between Israel and the group Hezbollah. Reporters spoke with local residents about how the conflict is affecting their lives.
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Fighting is happening between Israel and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.
CBS News traveled to southern Lebanon to report on the situation.
The ancient city of Tyre was a focus of the report.
Reporters interviewed people living in Tyre to learn about their experiences.
The news coverage aims to show the impact of the conflict on local communities.
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Iraq’s new Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has started a campaign to fight corruption, leading to the arrest of several senior officials and the seizure of large amounts of money and assets. While some progress is being made, many believe deeper, longer-standing corruption issues still need to be tackled.
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Tens of millions of dollars, along with properties, vehicles, and gold, were seized in recent anticorruption arrests.
Adnan al-Jumaili, a senior Oil Ministry official, and Raed al-Jubouri, former governor of Salah al-Din, have been arrested.
The investigation targets corruption in government contracts and waste of public funds.
Prime Minister al-Zaidi created the Supreme Sovereign Council for Integrity, to monitor and prevent corruption.
Iraq ranks 136 out of 182 countries on the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index.
Some older and politically sensitive corruption cases remain unaddressed.
Al-Zaidi cancelled a $764 million airport project citing suspected corruption.
Anticorruption activists say Iraq’s political system is built around graft and misuse of state resources.
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The New York Democratic primaries on June 23 showed a change in American politics with more support for progressive ideas and Palestinian rights. New leaders like Mayor Zohran Mamdani showed how grassroots efforts helped candidates who questioned traditional views on Israel win important races.
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The primaries revealed a shift toward progressive politics within the Democratic Party.
Candidates critical of Israel’s policies and supportive of Palestinian rights won against established Democrats.
Zohran Mamdani, New York City Mayor, is rising as a powerful figure through grassroots and volunteer organizing.
Brad Lander defeated Congressman Dan Goldman, known for strong support of Israel.
Aber Kawas, a Palestinian American, won a State Senate primary, showing growing political influence of Muslim and Arab Americans.
These campaigns relied on volunteer networks and voter engagement, not just big money from political groups like AIPAC.
Younger voters are increasingly concerned about human rights issues related to the Israel-Palestine conflict.
The results reflect a broader trend of more Muslim and Arab American candidates entering politics and gaining representation.
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Paris has banned drinking alcohol in public places, except for outdoor areas at bars and restaurants, to help reduce hospital visits during a record-breaking heat wave. The heat wave is linked to human-caused climate change and has caused many deaths and warnings across Europe.
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Paris banned public drinking of alcohol starting Friday noon until the heat wave alert ends.
Buying alcohol for take-away is also banned during this time, but bars and restaurants can sell drinks to be consumed on their outdoor patios.
Hospitals in Paris are overwhelmed with dehydration cases due to the extreme heat.
At least 55 people have drowned in France recently while trying to cool off in natural water bodies.
The Netherlands issued its first-ever red heat alert, predicting temperatures over 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
Scientists say this heat wave would have been nearly impossible 50 years ago without human-caused climate change.
Human actions that increase greenhouse gases are raising heat wave risks and severity.
The study recommends quickly stopping the use of fossil fuels to avoid even hotter temperatures in the future.
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Two earthquakes hit parts of Venezuela, causing serious damage and loss of life. Rescue teams are searching through rubble for people who may still be trapped.
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The earthquakes occurred on a Wednesday.
They caused severe damage to buildings and infrastructure.
Emergency workers and search and rescue teams are actively looking for survivors.
The death toll is currently rising as more information becomes available.
The disaster has left communities in urgent need of help.
CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides reported on the situation.
Rescue efforts are ongoing amid difficult conditions.
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An auction house in Northern Ireland is selling human remains, including a 3,000-year-old Egyptian mummy head and a tribal skull from Indonesia. Experts and some politicians have criticized the sale, questioning whether it is ethical to trade in human remains, even if it is legal.
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On The Square Emporium in Bangor, Northern Ireland, is auctioning two human heads: an ancient Egyptian mummy head and a Dayak tribal skull from Borneo.
The Egyptian head is radio-carbon dated to between 750 and 800 BC and was brought to the UK by a British soldier during World War One.
The Dayak tribal skull is also dated to around 800-750 BC.
The auction house owner, Justin Lowry, says people see human remains as objects and collectors value them for their history and appearance.
Anthropologists and a Labour MP argue that selling human remains is unethical and have called for new laws to ban the trade in the UK.
A letter from the British Association of Biological Anthropology and Osteoarcheology raises concerns about how these remains were originally collected, often in unethical or illegal ways.
There has been an increase in online sales of human remains, partly due to social media.
Experts say the remains are still human beings, and selling them raises serious moral questions.
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Civil society groups are urgently asking the United Nations Human Rights Council to act quickly to stop possible violent attacks in the Sudanese city of el-Obeid. They warn that paramilitary forces called the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) might soon launch an attack, risking serious human rights abuses.
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Thirty-eight NGOs, including Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch, signed an open letter asking for UN action to prevent violence in el-Obeid.
The RSF has surrounded el-Obeid, a key city in South Kordofan, for months amid fighting with Sudan’s army since April 2023.
The letter calls for an urgent UN debate, a fact-finding mission, and accountability for violations in Sudan.
The RSF previously attacked el-Fasher in 2025, with incidents described as having genocide-like features.
NGOs warn of a likely “imminent ground offensive” by the RSF and allied forces against el-Obeid.
The letter urges condemning countries, like the United Arab Emirates, accused of supplying arms to the RSF. The UAE denies these claims.
The ongoing conflict in Sudan has killed tens of thousands and displaced more than 12 million people.
The NGOs demand an end to impunity for those committing or supporting serious violations under international law.
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The American Library Association has shared its goals and what it focuses on in school libraries. It highlights the materials and topics made available to children in these libraries.
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The American Library Association sets priorities for school libraries.
It promotes certain types of materials for children.
These materials influence what schoolchildren can read or access.
The association’s decisions shape library content in schools.
The article discusses what is currently emphasized in school libraries.
The topic relates to education and community values.
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John Bolton, former national security adviser to President Donald Trump, is expected to plead guilty to keeping classified information. He will pay a $2.25 million fine and faces up to five years in prison.
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Bolton was indicted last year on 18 counts related to handling classified government information.
The charges involve sharing secret information with two relatives through a messaging app and personal emails.
He shared over 1,000 pages of diary-like notes about his White House work from 2018 to 2025.
Bolton had pleaded not guilty in October but plans to plead guilty to one count now.
The plea deal does not accuse him of wrongdoing related to publishing his book or sharing secrets with the media or foreign countries.
Bolton kept classified documents and notes at his home in Maryland.
The judge must approve the plea agreement in a hearing in Greenbelt, Maryland.
The single count carries a sentence of up to 60 months (5 years) in prison.
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Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem demanded that Israel withdraw its troops completely and without conditions from Lebanon. This statement came during ongoing ceasefire talks between Lebanon and Israel, which have been extended in Washington to try and reach an agreement.
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Hezbollah wants Israel to leave all Lebanese territory without any conditions.
Israeli troops are still deep inside southern Lebanon.
Israeli officials say they will stay despite a US-Iran ceasefire agreement calling for withdrawal.
Israeli attacks in Lebanon have decreased but continue; recent air raids caused casualties.
Israel issued warnings to Lebanese towns, asking residents to leave certain areas.
Peace talks between Lebanon and Israel began in Washington and have been extended.
Israel wants Hezbollah to fully disarm before withdrawing.
Lebanese officials seek a full ceasefire and Israel’s full withdrawal, but no firm Israeli commitments have been made.
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"Good Morning America" is counting down to the 250th birthday of the United States, which will start being celebrated on the night of July 3, 2026. The program shares interesting facts and explains how Americans are planning to celebrate this special anniversary.
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The United States will celebrate its 250th birthday in 2026.
The big celebration will begin on the evening of July 3, 2026.
"Good Morning America" is highlighting unique statistics about the country’s history.
Americans across the country will participate in various events to mark the anniversary.
The celebration is called "America 250."
The countdown is being covered as part of regular news programming.
The anniversary marks a major milestone in U.S. history.
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New York City's Rent Guidelines Board approved a rent freeze from October 2026 to September 2027 for nearly 1 million rent-stabilized apartments, covering over 40% of the city's apartments. Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who promised this rent freeze during his campaign, celebrated this decision as relief for working people, but landlords warn it could harm housing quality and affordability.
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The rent freeze affects nearly 1 million rent-stabilized apartments across all five NYC boroughs.
It will last from October 2026 through September 2027, pausing rent increases during this period.
About 2 million tenants living in rent-stabilized units will be impacted.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani made the rent freeze a key part of his campaign and calls it relief for working people.
Landlords and landlord associations oppose the freeze, saying it will increase costs and reduce housing quality.
A Rent Guidelines Board member resigned publicly, citing ignored evidence that landlords would suffer financially.
Some experts warn the freeze might reduce the supply of rent-stabilized apartments, causing rent increases elsewhere.
Economists estimate typical tenants could save around $540 in one year due to the freeze.
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SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, plans to launch a new Starlink mobile service in the US that would sell mobile phone contracts directly to consumers. This service would compete with major US mobile providers like Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile by using Starlink’s satellite network combined with a new terrestrial (land-based) mobile network.
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SpaceX aims to offer a new Starlink retail mobile service in the US for individual customers.
Starlink currently provides satellite internet to over 10 million users worldwide and partners with telecom companies to supplement their networks.
The new service would compete directly with big US companies like Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile.
SpaceX bought wireless spectrum licenses worth $17 billion to support this plan.
The company envisions serving customers not only in remote areas but also in cities and suburbs.
The plan comes shortly after SpaceX’s major stock market debut (IPO), which increased pressure for growth and new income sources.
Analysts are cautious, noting the high costs and challenges of building a large mobile network.
SpaceX has hinted at future projects like space data centers and Mars colonization during IPO presentations.
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Venezuela experienced a very strong earthquake that caused serious damage and human suffering. Experts say that a natural disaster this large would be hard for any country to handle, regardless of their government or emergency systems.
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Venezuela was hit by a major earthquake.
The earthquake caused significant human and material damage.
Humanitarian response efforts in Venezuela are ongoing.
The disaster highlights the limits of any country’s emergency system in handling very large earthquakes.
International help is being considered or awaited.
The situation involves complex interactions between relief efforts, government capacity, and global support.
The expert quoted avoids blaming political leadership and focuses on the scale of the disaster itself.
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President Donald Trump will speak at the Faith & Freedom Coalition event called “Road to the Majority” in Washington, D.C. This will be his first time returning to the Washington Hilton since the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in April, when a gunman was stopped outside. Meanwhile, Senate Republicans are working to find a way forward on the SAVE America Act.
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President Trump is scheduled to speak at the Faith & Freedom Coalition event in Washington, D.C.
The event is named “Road to the Majority.”
This marks President Trump’s first visit to the Washington Hilton since the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in April.
At that event in April, a gunman was stopped outside the ballroom.
Senate Republicans on Capitol Hill are trying to find a solution for the SAVE America Act.
The SAVE America Act is currently under consideration by Senate Republicans.
The article mentions ongoing political activity related to this act.
The Faith & Freedom Coalition event is focused on political and social issues important to its members.
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In Albania, protests have started because a luxury resort is being built in a protected nature reserve. The project is led by Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, and some people worry it will harm wildlife while others believe it will create jobs.
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The construction is happening in a nature reserve in southwest Albania.
The area is home to flamingos and other endangered wildlife.
Jared Kushner and his wife Ivanka Trump are behind the real estate project.
Environmental activists oppose the resort to protect the nature reserve.
Some locals support the project because they expect new jobs and economic growth.
The protests have become widespread across the country.
The dispute has divided the Albanian population into supporters and opponents.
The movement against the project is sometimes called the “Flamingo Revolution.”
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A man named Jonathan Rinderknecht is on trial for starting the deadly Palisades Fire in California in 2025, which killed 12 people and caused over $50 billion in damage. The jury initially said they reached a verdict but then reported a deadlock, raising the chance of a mistrial. The trial’s result may affect who can be held responsible and sued for the fire damage.
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Jonathan Rinderknecht, 30, is accused of starting the Palisades Fire on January 1, 2025.
The fire burned Pacific Palisades and Malibu, killed 12 people, and destroyed over 17,000 buildings.
The fire caused more than $50 billion in property damage.
Rinderknecht has pleaded not guilty, and his defense suggests fireworks may have caused the fire.
The jury initially said they had a unanimous verdict but later reported they could not agree.
Fire victims have sued the city of Los Angeles and other agencies, seeking payouts to rebuild their homes.
Some victims worry that if Rinderknecht is found guilty, government agencies could avoid paying damages.
The trial includes testimony from investigators and experts, but no direct proof links Rinderknecht to starting the fire.
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