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President Donald Trump has ordered the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to quickly investigate oil companies for not lowering gasoline prices as much as the cost of oil has dropped. This action follows recent decreases in oil prices due to improved U.S.-Iran relations and increased oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz.
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President Trump said oil companies are not reducing gas prices at the pump fast enough compared to the lower cost of oil.
He instructed the DOJ to begin an immediate investigation into possible price gouging by oil companies.
A DOJ spokesperson confirmed the importance of affordable fuel for Americans and pledged commitment to price fairness.
Oil prices have dropped recently, with U.S. oil trading near $70 per barrel and global oil near $74.
Lower oil prices are linked to resumed oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz due to a U.S.-Iran preliminary agreement.
The average gas price in the U.S. is currently $3.90 per gallon, down 9 cents from last week.
Secretary of Energy Chris Wright said oil and gas flows through the Strait of Hormuz have returned to normal.
Increased oil production in the U.S. and Venezuela, along with global cooperation, is expected to keep energy prices declining.
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Kidz Bop is a music brand that creates kid-friendly versions of popular songs. It has been around for 25 years and has achieved 45 number one hits on the Billboard kid albums chart. A CBS News segment looks inside how Kidz Bop began and features a Broadway performer who says Kidz Bop helped launch his career.
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Kidz Bop produces children’s versions of popular music.
The brand has been active for 25 years.
Kidz Bop has earned 45 number one albums on Billboard’s kid chart.
CBS News aired a behind-the-scenes story about Kidz Bop’s start.
A Broadway performer featured in the segment credited Kidz Bop for helping him start in music.
The story was shown on “CBS Mornings.”
The segment is available on the CBS News app.
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The United Nations nuclear watchdog, led by Rafael Grossi, said its inspectors will visit Iran’s nuclear sites. This inspection is part of an agreement aimed at ending the conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
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Rafael Grossi is the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), a UN nuclear watchdog.
IAEA inspectors will oversee Iran’s nuclear facilities.
The inspections are included in a memorandum of understanding (MOU).
The MOU aims to end the conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
The IAEA’s role is to monitor nuclear activities to ensure they are peaceful.
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Jack Schlossberg, grandson of former President John F. Kennedy, ran for a U.S. House seat in Manhattan but lost in the Democratic primary. New York State Assemblyman Micah Lasher won the primary to replace retiring Representative Jerry Nadler.
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Jack Schlossberg is the grandson of President John F. Kennedy.
Schlossberg competed in the Democratic primary for a House seat in Manhattan.
The seat was open because Representative Jerry Nadler is retiring.
Micah Lasher, a New York State Assemblyman, won the primary.
Schlossberg finished third in the crowded Democratic field.
The election was held on a Tuesday.
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"De Gaulle: Liberté" is a major French historical film released in 2026. It is a large-scale biopic about Charles de Gaulle, aimed at both French and international viewers, and is part of France's summer cinema lineup alongside animated films like "Minions & Monsters" and experimental works such as Quentin Dupieux’s "Vertigo."
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"De Gaulle: Liberté" is a two-part historical movie focused on Charles de Gaulle during wartime.
The film's budget is about 74 million euros, making it one of France’s biggest cinema projects in 2026.
It aims to reach audiences outside France, hoping for international success.
The film is described as a wartime thriller rather than a traditional war movie.
The Annecy Animation Festival features "Minions & Monsters," an animated film set in 1920s Hollywood by French animator Pierre Coffin.
Quentin Dupieux released "Vertigo," his first animated feature that uses video game-style graphics for a unique storytelling approach.
The article covers a range of French films shaping the cinema scene this summer.
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Rabbits were brought to Australia in the mid-1800s for hunting but found no natural enemies. Their numbers grew quickly and now there are hundreds of millions causing harm to the environment and farmers. Despite efforts to remove them, the problem continues.
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British settlers introduced rabbits to Australia for sport hunting in the 19th century.
Rabbits had no natural predators in Australia.
Their population increased rapidly and spread across the continent.
There are now hundreds of millions of rabbits in Australia.
Rabbits damage the landscape and cause problems for farmers.
Australian authorities have tried large-scale campaigns to reduce their numbers.
These efforts have not fully solved the overpopulation problem.
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A recent analysis shows that the main reason fewer Americans have health insurance is because it has become too expensive, not because of fraud or misuse. The commonly used explanation blaming fraud, waste, and abuse does not match the actual situation.
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The claim that fraud, waste, and abuse are causing fewer people to have health insurance is incorrect.
The real cause of lower health insurance coverage is high costs.
Many Americans cannot afford health insurance premiums or out-of-pocket costs.
The “fraud, waste, and abuse” explanation is often repeated but not supported by evidence.
Affordability is the biggest barrier to health insurance for many Americans.
Understanding the true reasons can help guide better health policy decisions.
The article focuses on facts rather than opinions or political viewpoints.
Addressing costs could increase health insurance coverage across the country.
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The cast of the TV show "The Bear" shared their thoughts on the show’s last season as the series comes to an end. They reflected on their experience and said goodbye to the fans.
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"The Bear" is a TV series that is concluding after its final season.
The cast members talked about their time working on the show.
They expressed feelings about the ending of the series.
The article includes no details about the plot or specific episodes.
The focus is on the cast’s reflections and farewells.
The show has been well received by viewers and critics.
The final season marks the end of the series run.
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President Donald Trump will visit the Washington Hilton hotel on Friday for the first time since a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner earlier this year. He will speak at the Faith and Freedom Coalition’s Road to Majority Conference held at the hotel.
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President Trump is returning to the Washington Hilton hotel.
The visit is his first since a shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner at the same location.
The shooting happened earlier this year.
The hotel was the site of what is called the third alleged assassination attempt against President Trump.
Trump will speak at the Faith and Freedom Coalition’s annual Road to Majority Conference.
The conference is held at the Washington Hilton hotel.
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Eleven U.S. senators have asked President Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy to remove a federal website called Moms.gov. They are concerned the site promotes anti-abortion pregnancy centers that are not regulated and may not provide accurate health information to pregnant women.
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Moms.gov was created by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to support new and expecting mothers.
The site includes links to pregnancy centers known as crisis pregnancy centers (CPCs), which often discourage abortion and some forms of contraception.
Senators, including Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren, claim these CPCs are unregulated and not legally required to keep client information confidential.
The U.S. Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization led to abortion restrictions in 21 states.
The senators said Moms.gov is promoting CPCs instead of providing real health care resources for pregnant women.
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists warns that CPCs are not legitimate medical providers and can give misleading information.
A recent government report estimated 2,400 to 2,800 CPCs exist in the U.S., mostly funded by private sources, some receive federal money.
The White House defended Moms.gov as a helpful resource and said it supports efforts to improve health for expectant mothers and children.
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Parts of southern England, the Midlands, and south Wales are under a red warning for extreme heat until midnight Thursday. Temperatures reached a new June record of 36.0°C, with high humidity causing dangerous "feels like" temperatures and very warm nights expected.
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The highest temperature on Wednesday was 36.0°C in Wisley, Surrey, breaking the UK's June record.
The red heat warning covers southern England, the Midlands, and south Wales until 11:59 pm Thursday.
An amber warning for extreme heat continues across wider areas of England on Friday and in the east and south-east on Saturday.
The UK’s all-time highest temperature is 40.3°C, set in 2022, which the current heatwave is not expected to exceed.
High humidity will make temperatures feel even hotter, with "feels like" values in the low 40s Celsius.
A yellow warning for thunderstorms is in place for south-west England Thursday evening, possibly causing some disruption.
More than 1,000 schools have closed or are closing early because of the heat.
Overnight temperatures will stay above 20°C in many places, creating "tropical nights" and possibly breaking the warmest June night record.
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The Dyson HushJet Mini Cool is Dyson’s first handheld fan, offering strong airflow in a small design. It has five power settings, but it is quite loud, especially on higher levels. The fan costs about £100 and includes features like a neck lanyard and a charging stand.
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The fan has five speed levels plus a boost mode for stronger airflow.
It can reach wind speeds up to 55mph using a motor running at 65,000 rpm.
Noise levels range from 61.5 to 80.3 decibels depending on the setting.
The battery lasts between about 50 minutes on the highest setting and over 6 hours on the lowest.
The fan weighs 220 grams and is 38mm wide.
It comes in three color combinations, including stone/blush and dark blue/black.
The design includes a lanyard for wearing the fan around the neck and a charging stand for desk use.
The price is £99.99, which is much higher than many other handheld fans that cost as little as £6.
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Large protests have taken place in Albania against a luxury resort project linked to President Donald Trump. The protesters are asking for the prime minister to step down and want major changes to fight corruption in the government.
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The protests started because of anger over a luxury resort project connected to President Donald Trump.
Demonstrators want the Albanian prime minister to resign.
Protesters demand government reforms to end what they see as widespread corruption.
These protests are some of the largest in Albania since communism ended in 1991.
Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump are also linked to the resort project.
The protests have been called the "Flamingo Revolution" by some observers.
The unrest highlights growing public frustration with political and economic issues in Albania.
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Israeli forces have continued attacks in Gaza and the occupied West Bank despite a declared ceasefire, killing at least two Palestinians including a 12-year-old child. Since the conflict began in October 2023, tens of thousands of Palestinians have been killed or injured, with ongoing violence reported even after the ceasefire started in October 2025.
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A 12-year-old Palestinian child named Ahmed was killed by an Israeli drone strike in al-Mawasi, Gaza.
Since the October 2025 ceasefire, at least 1,027 Palestinians have been killed and 3,280 injured in Israeli attacks in Gaza.
Since October 2023, about 73,041 Palestinians have been killed and 173,402 injured in the conflict.
A United Nations report found that Israeli forces deliberately target Palestinian children.
Israeli forces also killed a 29-year-old Palestinian man, Mohammed Nazem Zayed, in al-Yamoun, West Bank, during a military raid.
Since early 2026, 71 Palestinians have died in the West Bank due to Israeli military actions.
Israeli army and settler activities have killed over 1,173 Palestinians and displaced 33,000 in the West Bank since October 2023.
Medical treatment in Gaza is hampered by Israeli restrictions on supplies and medicines.
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President Donald Trump has ordered the US Department of Justice to investigate oil companies for allegedly keeping gas prices too high, despite a drop in oil costs. Gas prices have decreased recently due to peace talks between the US and Iran, but remain higher than last year.
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President Trump said oil companies are not lowering gas prices enough as oil costs fall.
He told the Department of Justice to start an investigation into possible price gouging.
Oil prices dropped after a 60-day ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz.
US gas prices fell from $4.56 per gallon in May to about $3.92 per gallon now.
Last year’s gas price average was $3.22 per gallon, which is still lower than current prices.
Inflation in the US hit 4.2% in May, partly because of high gas prices.
Experts doubt gas prices will return to prewar levels soon due to reduced oil production and refining capacity.
President Trump supports lowering interest rates, but the Federal Reserve plans to raise them once this year because of inflation.
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In rural Colombia, traditional midwives called "parteras tradicionales" help pregnant women where hospitals are far away and medical help is scarce. Nohemí Manco, a midwife with over 40 years of experience, has delivered about 1,200 babies, providing important care for mothers and newborns in remote areas.
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Nohemí Manco gave her first baby delivery at age 14 when her sister went into labor.
She has helped deliver around 1,200 babies in the coastal region of Chocó over four decades.
Traditional midwives support pregnant women by checking pregnancies, attending births, and caring after birth.
Many rural communities in Colombia have limited access to hospitals, sometimes hours or days away.
This isolation increases the risk of death for mothers and newborns in these areas.
Midwives are often the only regular health care resource for Indigenous and Afro-descendant populations in remote parts of Colombia.
Maternal death rates are higher in rural territories compared to urban areas.
Public health experts recognize midwives as key to reducing maternal health inequalities in Colombia.
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Paris is experiencing a historic heatwave with temperatures reaching up to 37°C (99°F). Despite the extreme heat, many outdoor workers, such as street cleaners and construction laborers, continue to work under difficult conditions, risking their health.
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A severe heatwave is hitting Paris with temperatures climbing into the 30s Celsius (over 85°F) early in the day.
Many streets and public places in Paris are nearly empty as people avoid the heat.
Outdoor workers, including those in construction and street cleaning, must keep working despite the dangerous heat.
French labor authorities report that heatwaves are an increasing risk for workers, causing fainting, reduced alertness, and accidents.
Since July 2025, employers in the Paris region must provide workers with fresh water, adjust work hours, and limit sun exposure.
Health guidelines warn that long exposure to heat can lead to symptoms like headaches and heatstroke, which can be severe.
Some workers start very early in the morning to avoid the worst heat later in the day.
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The National Park Service (NPS) says recent uniform changes for some law enforcement rangers are small and mostly involve updated badges and protective gear. These changes come during a time when the Trump administration is making broader policy shifts in national parks, including staffing cuts and higher entrance fees for foreign visitors.
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The NPS updated badges, rank insignia, and protective vests for some law enforcement rangers.
Rangers will keep their traditional gray shirts and green pants despite the updates.
Some retired rangers criticized the changes, saying they hurt the traditional image of park rangers.
The NPS says the critics’ views exaggerate the significance of the changes.
The Trump administration reduced federal workforce numbers affecting park staff.
Entrance fees for foreign visitors to national parks are planned to increase, while fees for U.S. residents will stay lower.
The administration aims to use extra fee money to fund park conservation projects.
Some attempts to change monuments and flag displays at parks faced legal and public opposition.
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Andy Burnham’s new chief of staff, James Purnell, previously led Flint Global, a lobbying firm that worked with major companies like BP, Amazon, Apple, and Microsoft. Purnell has given up his shares and connections to the firm to avoid conflicts of interest after his appointment, but some people in Labour are worried about his lobbying background.
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James Purnell was the chief executive of Flint Global, a lobbying company.
Flint Global advised big companies including BP, Amazon, Apple, Google, Microsoft, Jaguar Land Rover, Uber, and Glencore.
The firm works with governments on policy, regulation, and business competition.
Purnell recently gave up his shares and access to Flint Global’s systems.
Flint Global is majority owned by an investment firm called Cinven, based in Jersey.
Labour members have concerns about Purnell’s lobbying ties and what this means for the party’s direction.
Some views see Purnell’s appointment as a sign Labour will maintain ties to business interests.
Green party leader Zack Polanski criticized the move, asking for transparency about Flint Global’s clients.
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Dan Cox won the Republican primary in Maryland and will run against Governor Wes Moore in the gubernatorial election this November. This election is a rematch between Cox and Moore for Maryland’s governor seat.
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Dan Cox is a former Maryland state delegate and a Republican candidate.
Governor Wes Moore currently holds the Maryland governor position.
Cox received 45.2 percent of the vote in the Republican primary.
Cox’s main rivals in the primary were businessman Ed Hale Sr. and retired Air Force veteran John Myrick.
The upcoming election is a rematch, meaning Cox and Moore have competed for this position before.
The governor election in Maryland is scheduled for November.
Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ) projected Cox as the Republican nominee.
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