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A shootout in Montreal left three people dead, including a police officer and a bystander. The attacker posted a long manifesto online with violent ideas linked to the incel movement and racist beliefs. Canadian police warned other agencies to be alert for similar attacks inspired by this incident.
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The shooting happened in Montreal’s Côte-des-Neige neighborhood.
Three people died: one police officer, one attacker, and one civilian.
The police officer killed was Mohamed Lamine Benredouane, aged 34.
The civilian killed was Michel Mizrahi, an Israeli citizen.
The attacker’s 104-page manifesto blamed feminism, liberalism, and capitalism for men’s social difficulties.
The manifesto listed possible targets like banks, politicians, corporate executives, and others.
Police warned that the manifesto encourages violence against officers and asked for increased caution nationwide.
This incident is part of a rise in attacks linked to the “incel” movement in Canada.
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Technology stocks fell sharply after months of rising prices, as investors questioned if companies’ spending on artificial intelligence (AI) is truly sustainable. The Nasdaq index dropped about 2%, and chipmakers like Nvidia and Intel saw big losses, while SpaceX’s stock showed high volatility after its recent public listing.
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The Nasdaq tech-focused index fell about 2% due to renewed selling pressure.
Chip companies such as Nvidia and Intel experienced significant stock price declines.
SpaceX’s stock price dropped below its initial public offering (IPO) price of $150, then rebounded slightly to around $160.
The tech sector had seen a three-month rally, with stock prices more than doubling since 2022 lows.
Investors are uncertain if large AI investments justify current high stock prices.
Analysts disagree whether this drop is a short-term pause or the start of a bigger tech market decline.
Some experts say inflation and demand will support tech growth, while others worry about shrinking corporate budgets and economic challenges.
The FTSE 100 stayed positive partly because it has fewer tech stocks compared to US markets.
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A UN report says that 30 percent of people killed in Gaza during the war with Israel were children under 18. The report accuses Israeli forces of targeting children, leading to serious violations including war crimes. Israel rejects these claims and says the report ignores Hamas' actions.
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The UN report covers deaths from October 7, 2023, to October 7, 2025.
About 20,179 children were killed in Gaza, representing 30 percent of all deaths.
The report says Israeli forces used heavy weapons in crowded areas and targeted places like maternity care centers.
At least 44,143 children were injured during the conflict.
Israel denies the accusations and calls the report biased and lacking proper evidence.
The Israeli military started its campaign after a Hamas attack that killed about 1,200 Israelis and took 251 hostages.
The UN report estimates many more children may be buried under rubble.
A ceasefire began on October 10, 2025, but UNICEF reports one Palestinian child has died every day since then.
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Credit card debt relief can be very helpful this July because interest rates are high and unlikely to drop soon. Borrowers should act now to stop their debt from growing and explore different ways to reduce or manage it before the situation worsens.
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Credit card interest rates are around 20% and currently steady, not expected to fall soon.
The Federal Reserve paused interest rate changes in June, with no changes expected in July.
Credit card debt grows daily due to compound interest, increasing the amount owed over time.
Delaying debt relief can lead to worse credit scores and fewer financial options, like loans and mortgages.
There are several debt relief methods, including credit counseling, debt forgiveness, and bankruptcy for severe cases.
Forgiveness programs can take several years to complete, so starting early is important.
Professional help is available to create a plan tailored to individual debt situations.
Acting quickly in late June or early July gives borrowers a better chance to improve their financial situation.
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A heatwave in Europe has caused electricity prices to rise sharply because people are using more air conditioning and some power plants have stopped working. Lower wind speeds and high river temperatures have reduced renewable and nuclear power, pushing prices to their highest levels in years.
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The heatwave increased electricity use as millions used air conditioners and fans.
Many gas power plants in Great Britain faced problems and reduced their output.
Wind power fell due to slower wind speeds caused by a high-pressure weather system.
France’s nuclear plants produced less power because warm river water made cooling harder.
Great Britain imported electricity from Europe at over six times the normal price on one day.
Electricity prices reached around £470 per megawatt-hour in Great Britain, compared to £71 last June.
Germany’s electricity price hit over €545 per megawatt-hour, the highest since June 2024.
A program in the UK encourages households to reduce electricity use during peak times to ease demand.
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Guinness World Records recognized a person as the world’s loudest. Their voice reached 122.4 decibels, which is as loud as a chainsaw or a jet taking off.
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The loudest recorded voice measured 122.4 decibels.
This loudness level is similar to noise from a chainsaw.
It also matches the sound of a jet aircraft taking off.
Another comparison is an ambulance siren heard nearby.
The record was officially confirmed by Guinness World Records.
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Senator Marco Rubio spoke about progress in talks with Iran regarding its nuclear weapons program. He said some positive steps have been made but added that many issues still need to be resolved.
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Marco Rubio spoke to reporters after arriving in the United Arab Emirates.
He described the talks with Iran as making "good progress."
Iran has made statements about its nuclear weapons that Rubio finds contradictory.
Rubio emphasized that despite progress, much work remains to reach an agreement.
The discussions are part of ongoing efforts to address concerns about Iran’s nuclear program.
These talks involve multiple countries and are important for global security.
Rubio’s comments reflect U.S. attention on Iran’s actions and intentions.
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AI is moving from just generating ideas or text to working directly with robots and machines in factories and warehouses. This change raises new questions about safety, responsibility, and how AI systems can work smoothly with old machines and human workers.
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AI is being used more in physical systems like robots and manufacturing equipment.
Companies like NVIDIA and TSMC help build the hardware needed for AI-powered robots to work on a large scale.
The U.S. has 1.7 million fewer workers than before the pandemic, making AI and robotics more important for manufacturing.
The UK plans to spend about $650 billion by 2028 to boost manufacturing and reduce supply chain problems.
Governments see manufacturing capacity as linked to national security and economic strength.
Factories face challenges combining AI with older machinery that wasn’t designed for digital systems.
When AI-powered machines make mistakes on the factory floor, it is unclear who should be held responsible.
A conference called "World of Tomorrow" in Edinburgh brings leaders from industry, government, and defense to discuss these issues.
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Two New York Times reporters, Jonathan Swan and Maggie Haberman, declined to say if they have audio recordings from the Situation Room for their book about President Trump’s second term. They chose not to discuss details about the tapes during a TV interview.
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Jonathan Swan and Maggie Haberman are reporters for the New York Times.
They co-authored a book about President Donald Trump’s second term.
Some audio tapes from the Situation Room may be related to their book.
When asked about access to these tapes, the reporters refused to comment.
The exchange happened during an interview on the show “The Last Word” with Lawrence O’Donnell.
The Situation Room is a secure location in the White House where important government events are monitored.
The reporters’ silence does not confirm or deny their access to the tapes.
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The European Union held talks with Taliban officials in Brussels for the first time to discuss the return and deportation of Afghan migrants living in Europe. The meeting focused on practical issues like consular services and deportations but faced criticism from rights groups who worry about the safety of deported Afghans and the EU’s approach to the Taliban.
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A Taliban delegation met EU officials in Brussels for the first time to discuss Afghan migrants’ deportations.
The talks included 15 EU member states and followed up on a previous meeting held in Kabul in January.
Topics included setting up consular services for Afghans in Europe and building trust between the sides.
The EU has not officially recognized the Taliban government, which took power in 2021.
The EU aims to deport Afghan asylum seekers who break laws or have rejected asylum claims.
Human rights groups criticized the meeting, saying it could endanger deported Afghans and supports the Taliban’s rule.
The Taliban has restricted women’s rights and banned education for girls beyond primary school since returning to power.
Afghan activists, including Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai, oppose the talks, calling for protection of Afghan women and girls first.
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An Irish company is supplying alumina, a raw material used in metal production, to Russia despite ongoing EU sanctions aimed at limiting Russia's military capabilities in the Ukraine war. Experts argue that allowing these exports may indirectly support Russian weapons production and that governments should consider the wider risks of such commercial dealings during conflict.
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An Irish company is exporting alumina to Russia.
Alumina is a key raw material that can be used in making metals for weapons.
The European Union has sanctions to restrict Russia’s military-industrial activities.
The exports of alumina continue despite these sanctions.
Experts highlight a contradiction in EU policies allowing strategic materials to reach Russia.
The company’s close commercial ties to Russia raise concerns about indirect support for warfare.
Governments have a responsibility to assess risks in supply chains during conflicts.
The issue involves questions of corporate responsibility and preventing facilitation of international crimes.
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Many online job posts get ignored because they use unclear titles, lack salary information, or have long, vague descriptions. Employers can improve their chances of attracting qualified candidates by using common job titles, showing pay details, and making descriptions easy to read.
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Job posts often have unusual titles that candidates don’t search for, so the listings don’t show up in searches.
Almost half of job seekers want more detailed descriptions to see if the job fits their skills.
About 27% of candidates prefer seeing salary information in job posts.
Some places now legally require employers to share pay ranges in job listings.
Long or unclear job descriptions make it hard for candidates to understand the role.
Clear, simple job titles and descriptions help job posts appear in search results and attract the right people.
Including salary and other pay details can make candidates more likely to apply.
Using formatting that is easy to scan, like bullet points, improves candidate engagement.
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The U.S. Supreme Court decided in a 6-3 vote that a Rastafarian man in Louisiana cannot sue prison officials who shaved his dreadlocks against his will. The court ruled that the man does not have the right to bring this lawsuit against the prison workers.
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The case involved a man who follows the Rastafari religion.
Prison officials in Louisiana forcibly cut his dreadlocks.
The man wanted to sue the officials for this action.
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 against the man's right to sue.
The decision means prison officials are protected from this type of lawsuit in this case.
The ruling relates to how religious rights apply in prisons.
The case was one of the recent decisions discussed on CBS News.
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A disabled man from Massachusetts sued FIFA and event organizers after he was stopped and asked for paperwork to prove his service dog's status at a FIFA Club World Cup match. He was eventually allowed in but says the incident caused him emotional harm and violated disability laws.
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The man, King Pompilus, attended a FIFA Club World Cup match at Gillette Stadium with his service dog.
Security asked him for paperwork proving his dog was a service animal, which federal law usually does not allow.
He was held outside for about 15 minutes while others entered freely.
After a supervisor’s intervention, he was allowed in without the paperwork.
The lawsuit claims poor training for security staff on disability laws caused this problem.
The suit also notes other disabled fans criticized FIFA over expensive accessible tickets and companion seating fees.
The plaintiff seeks damages, a court order banning the demand for service dog papers, training for staff, and changes to policies.
The case highlights concerns about equal access and treatment for people with disabilities at the event.
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President Donald Trump said six people were arrested for damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., amid problems with the pool’s recent $14 million renovation. The pool renovation, which included a new blue liner, is facing issues like algae growth and peeling paint just before the nation’s 250th anniversary.
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Six people were arrested for damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, according to President Trump.
Another seven people were cited for damaging the pool.
Trump claims there was a large 350-foot gash in the pool’s paint, but offers no proof.
One man was confirmed arrested for touching peeling paint on the pool liner.
The pool renovation cost over $14 million and involved installing a new liner with a color called “American flag blue.”
Algae growth has appeared in the pool soon after the renovation was declared complete.
Pieces of the pool liner have been found floating in the water.
Authorities including National Guard members and Park Police are guarding the area after claims of vandalism.
The pool is planned to have some water drained to allow permanent repairs either before or after the July 4th holiday.
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The UK government announced changes to Individual Savings Accounts (Isas), including a new first-time buyer Isa without an age limit and a 22% tax on interest earned on cash held inside stocks and shares Isas. The new rules aim to prevent people from holding too much cash in investment accounts and encourage investing in stocks and shares instead of just saving cash.
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Savers can currently put up to £20,000 a year in Isas, which are tax-free accounts.
The Lifetime Isa (for buying a first home or retirement) will end, replaced by a new first-time buyer Isa available to any adult over 18.
The government will pay a 25% bonus on savings only when a property is bought, not yearly.
The £450,000 property price cap for using the bonus remains under review but is currently unchanged.
From April 2027, people under 65 can only put up to £12,000 per year in cash Isas.
Interest earned on cash held inside stocks and shares Isas will be taxed at 22% starting from 2027.
Investors can no longer keep all their stocks and shares Isa money in very low-risk cash-like funds.
The changes are intended to encourage more investment in the stock market and reduce tax-free cash hoarding.
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A U.S. appeals court has allowed President Trump’s administration to continue a faster deportation process for immigrants living inside the country. This process, called expedited removal, was previously used mainly at the border, but now the administration can apply it more broadly to immigrants who cannot prove they have lived in the U.S. for over two years.
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The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit reversed a lower court ruling that blocked the expanded use of expedited removal.
Expedited removal lets immigration officers quickly deport some non-citizens without a full court hearing.
The Trump administration wants to apply this faster deportation process to immigrants anywhere in the U.S., not just at the border.
Rights groups argue this violates due process, which means fair legal treatment guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution.
A lower court judge said this policy risks wrongly deporting people who should be allowed to stay.
The appeals court ruling supports the administration’s goal to speed up deportations within limits set by Congress.
Judge Justin Walker, appointed by President Trump, wrote the decision allowing the policy.
The original lawsuit was filed by Make the Road New York, an immigrant rights group.
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The Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) condemned Jeffrey Donaldson after his conviction for child sexual offences. Party leaders called him a deceiver and said he lied about his crimes while pretending to be respectable and religious.
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Jeffrey Donaldson was convicted of 18 offences including rape and indecent assault against children from over 30 years ago.
The DUP labeled Donaldson a “wicked deceiver” and said he abused positions of trust.
Donaldson’s wife, Eleanor, was found to have aided his crimes but was deemed unfit for trial due to mental health issues.
Donaldson is serving his sentence at Maghaberry prison and may be moved to a prison in Great Britain.
The DUP suspended Donaldson and removed his presence from their materials after his arrest in March 2024.
There are calls to strip Donaldson of his 2016 knighthood.
The Orange Order expelled any members convicted of serious crimes, including Donaldson.
Political leaders on both sides of the Irish border publicly condemned Donaldson’s actions and praised the victims for coming forward.
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Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will not attend a postwar rebuilding conference in Poland due to a dispute over his naming of a Ukrainian military unit after a group that killed many Poles during World War II. The conference will be led by Ukraine’s prime minister instead, as tensions between Ukraine and Poland continue over historical issues.
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Zelenskyy was expected to co-host the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gdańsk, Poland, but will skip it.
The conference aims to gather partners and businesses to help rebuild Ukraine after the war.
Zelenskyy named a military unit after the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA), which Poland sees as responsible for killing tens of thousands of Poles in World War II.
Poland’s President Karol Nawrocki said he would revoke the Order of the White Eagle, Poland’s highest civilian honor, which was given to Zelenskyy in 2023.
Zelenskyy returned the Polish honor by mail and stated that the Ukrainian military chose the unit’s name and he must support them.
The historic killings remain a painful issue in relations between Poland and Ukraine, with Poland calling it genocide.
Zelenskyy warned that the dispute could weaken cooperation between the two countries amid tensions with Russia.
Several former Ukrainian presidents and officials also returned their Polish honors in solidarity with Zelenskyy.
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Voters are participating in important primary elections in New York. At the same time, South Carolina is holding a runoff election to choose the Republican candidate for governor.
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Primary elections are taking place in New York.
These elections are considered important.
South Carolina is holding a runoff election.
The runoff is for the Republican candidate for governor.
CBS News reporters Shanelle Kaul and Skyler Henry are covering the events.
The elections involve candidates competing to represent their parties in the general election.
Voter participation is a key part of these elections.
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