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David Hearn, a former U.S. Olympian, was arrested and charged with misdemeanor vandalism for allegedly touching the water in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. His attorney says Hearn was not informed of his Miranda rights and plans to contest the charges.
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David Hearn is a 67-year-old former U.S. Olympian.
He was arrested for allegedly vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
The charge is a misdemeanor for damaging government property.
The allegation is based on Hearn reaching into the pool’s water.
His lawyer claims Hearn was never read his Miranda rights after arrest.
Hearn intends to fight the vandalism charges in court.
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was recently renovated.
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With the World Cup happening, many adults in Brazil are placing bets online on the football matches. This surge in betting is linked to mental health problems, and Brazil’s parliament is considering a law to stop celebrities from promoting betting companies.
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Over one-third of Brazilian adults are expected to bet on the World Cup.
Online sports betting in Brazil has grown significantly during the tournament.
Official data shows a connection between increased betting and mental health issues.
Brazilian lawmakers are debating a bill to ban celebrities from advertising betting services.
The report comes from Rio de Janeiro and was published by FRANCE 24 on June 23, 2026.
The World Cup acts as a catalyst for this rise in online gambling in Brazil.
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The U.S. Supreme Court decided against a Michigan family trying to get more money from a tax foreclosure sale of their home. The Court said that sale prices at these auctions are normally lower than regular real estate sales, and changing that rule would make it harder for counties to collect unpaid taxes.
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The Supreme Court ruled on a Michigan tax foreclosure case on June 23, 2026.
The family’s house was sold for less than half its open-market value to cover unpaid taxes of a bit over $2,000.
The family argued the home could have sold for about $200,000 through normal real estate sales.
The county said auction sales usually have lower prices because they require full cash payment, not mortgage financing.
The Court agreed it would be difficult to collect unpaid taxes if foreclosure sales had to match regular market prices.
This decision follows a 2023 Supreme Court case where counties could not keep extra money from tax sales beyond what was owed.
The previous case involved a Minnesota woman whose property sold for much more than her unpaid taxes, but the county kept the extra money.
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When a person dies, some debts are paid from their estate while others are forgiven if there is not enough money to cover them. Family members usually do not have to pay the debts unless they co-signed or are legally responsible under state law.
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Debts belong to the person who borrowed the money, not their family members.
Credit card debts are unsecured and usually must be paid from the estate; if there isn’t enough money, the debt is forgiven.
Joint credit card holders or spouses in certain states may be responsible for credit card debts after death.
Personal loans without a co-signer are typically paid from the estate; if there are insufficient funds, remaining debts may be discharged.
Federal student loans are forgiven completely when the borrower dies; some private student loans may also be forgiven depending on the lender.
Medical bills can be paid from the estate but family members usually don’t have to pay unless they agreed to.
If the estate does not have enough assets to cover debts, some creditors may not be paid and the debts may be canceled.
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Political groups connected to the Republican Party are spending money to support certain Democratic candidates in primary elections. They aim to help candidates they think will be easier for Republicans to beat in the November midterm elections.
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Republican-linked political action committees (PACs) are funding some Democratic candidates in primaries.
These efforts have been reported in New Jersey, Maine, Texas, Pennsylvania, and Nebraska.
PACs are independent groups that raise money to support or oppose political candidates or parties.
Since 2010, “super PACs” can raise unlimited funds but cannot give money directly to candidates.
Some super PACs are called “pop-up” PACs because they appear temporarily to influence elections and can hide their true donors.
Two super PACs named Real Change PAC and Lead Left have spent over $4.3 million on Democratic primaries.
Republicans use this strategy to back Democrats they see as weaker opponents in the midterm elections.
Control of Congress in the midterms is important for President Donald Trump’s policies during his final two years.
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Andy Burnham is currently the leading candidate to become the next prime minister after Keir Starmer steps down. Two other politicians, Al Carns and Darren Jones, are thinking about running, but it is unclear if they have enough support. People are also guessing who Burnham might choose for the important government job of Chancellor.
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Andy Burnham is expected to be the main candidate for prime minister.
Keir Starmer is leaving his position as prime minister.
Al Carns and Darren Jones might run for prime minister but may lack enough backing.
The role of Chancellor (the government's finance leader) is being widely discussed.
The political situation is creating many rumors in Westminster, the UK government center.
This news is from a BBC podcast episode from June 23, 2026.
The podcast provides daily updates on political news in the UK.
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Jim Parsons talked about his role as Rose's mom in the musical "Titaníque," which is a funny version of the Titanic story told through Celine Dion’s songs. He shared why he wanted to join the show and how it affects the LGBTQ+ community.
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Jim Parsons stars in the musical "Titaníque."
The show is a comedy based on the story of the Titanic.
It uses songs by singer Celine Dion.
Parsons plays the role of Rose’s mother.
He knew he wanted to be part of the show when he was offered the role.
The musical has a positive impact on the LGBTQ+ community.
The cast and production have received attention for their unique approach.
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The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced the payment dates for Social Security benefits in July 2026. Payments will be distributed on different days depending on the type of benefit and the recipient’s birth date, with some recipients receiving payments early due to holiday schedules.
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Social Security payments in July 2026 will be paid on July 1, 2, 8, 15, and 22, based on benefit type and birth date.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients are paid on July 1.
Those who started receiving benefits before May 1997, or receive both Social Security and SSI, will be paid on July 2 because July 3 is a federal holiday (Independence Day observed).
Most beneficiaries receive payments on one of three Wednesdays, determined by their birthday range.
Some SSI recipients will get their August payment early on July 31 because August 1 falls on a weekend.
Social Security includes different types of benefits such as retirement, disability (SSDI), survivor, and SSI, each with different payment rules.
The average Social Security retirement benefit was about $2,083 per month as of May 2026, after a 2.8% cost-of-living increase earlier in the year.
Experts predict a larger cost-of-living adjustment, possibly around 4.7%, for Social Security benefits in 2027 due to rising inflation.
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Mahrang Baloch, a human rights activist from Pakistan's Balochistan province, has been given a life sentence for her involvement in the killing of a paramilitary soldier during a 2024 rally. She and fellow activist Sibghatullah were convicted of murder and terrorism but deny the charges and say they were not allowed a fair trial.
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Mahrang Baloch leads the Balochistan Unity Committee (BYC), which campaigns against enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings.
She was sentenced to life in prison and fined 200,000 Pakistani rupees for her alleged role in the 2024 killing of soldier Shabbir Ahmed.
Prosecutors say Baloch incited a crowd that attacked the soldier, resulting in his death.
Baloch and Sibghatullah boycotted the trial and claim they were denied due process.
The trial was held by an anti-terrorism court in Quetta, Pakistan.
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan called for a review of the verdict, citing bias and lack of fairness.
Swedish activist Greta Thunberg criticized the trial as secretive and unjust.
Baloch’s campaign began after her father disappeared in 2009 and was later found dead with signs of torture.
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Juneteenth is an important day that marks the end of slavery in the United States. It reminds people that while progress has been made, it can take effort to keep moving forward.
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Juneteenth celebrates the freeing of enslaved Black people in the United States.
It is observed every year on June 19th.
The day is a symbol of freedom and progress.
History shows that progress toward equality is not guaranteed to continue without effort.
Juneteenth helps people remember past struggles and hope for a better future.
Some groups oppose or challenge the recognition and meaning of Juneteenth.
The day has grown in importance and is now recognized nationwide.
Celebrations often include education, community events, and cultural expressions.
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France reported 40 drowning deaths in one week as a severe heat wave swept across Europe, causing extreme temperatures and making many people seek relief by swimming. The heat wave has affected several countries, including Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom, with record-breaking temperatures expected to continue.
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France had 40 drowning deaths over the past week, mostly young people.
The heat wave caused daytime temperatures above 104°F (40°C) in many French towns.
About half of France was under a red heat wave alert from the national weather service.
The Eiffel Tower in Paris changed its hours due to the extreme heat.
Other European countries like Spain, Italy, and the UK also faced very high temperatures and extreme heat alerts.
The UK’s Met Office issued red extreme heat warnings, leading to school closures and train cancellations.
Europe is warming twice as fast as the global average since the 1980s, with heat-related deaths increasing.
The current heat wave is unusually early and intense, with comparisons made to a deadly heat wave in 2003.
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The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6 to 3 that a former Louisiana inmate cannot sue prison officials for shaving his dreadlocks, which violated his religious beliefs. The court said the law protecting religious rights in prisons does not allow lawsuits against individual officers unless they have agreed to be sued.
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Damon Landor, a devout Rastafarian, sued after prison guards shaved his dreadlocks, violating his religious practice.
The case involved the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA), a law that protects religious rights for people in institutions like prisons.
Lower courts found Landor’s treatment wrong but dismissed his lawsuit because RLUIPA does not allow suing individual officials without their consent.
The Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision followed ideological lines, with Justice Neil Gorsuch writing the majority opinion.
Landor had nearly finished a five-month sentence when the incident occurred after he was moved to a new prison.
Landor provided proof of his religious rights to prison staff, including a prior court ruling supporting Rastafarian hair rights, but guards ignored it and shaved his head.
The ruling supports previous court decisions that limit holding individual officers personally responsible under RLUIPA.
This case is notable because the Supreme Court has often ruled in favor of religious rights in recent years.
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The article looks at the effects of Brexit, ten years after the United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union. It explains how Brexit has made everyday life more expensive and more complicated for people in the UK and Europe, affecting things like food prices, mail services, and travel documents.
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The UK voted to leave the European Union ten years ago.
Brexit has increased the cost of food and other goods for many people.
Sending mail between the UK and Europe has become more costly and slower.
New rules have made traveling with pets and using passports more complicated.
Brexit has caused extra paperwork and delays for businesses and individuals.
Both UK and European residents have faced challenges because of these changes.
The economic impact includes ongoing financial costs and trade difficulties.
The article is part of a wider discussion about Brexit’s lasting effects on Europe.
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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said his government will keep working despite growing pressure from political scandals. His party, the Socialist Workers' Party, faces several legal cases related to corruption, involving more than a dozen people close to him, though he has not been personally named in any case.
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Pedro Sanchez is the Prime Minister of Spain.
His party is called the Socialist Workers' Party.
The party is involved in several court cases about corruption.
A former transport minister linked to the party was convicted of corruption recently.
Sanchez himself has not been accused in these cases so far.
People close to Sanchez, including his wife and brother, are implicated.
An influential former Socialist prime minister is also involved in some cases.
Despite the scandals, Sanchez says his government will continue its work.
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British lawmaker Andy Burnham is becoming the leading choice to take over as prime minister after Keir Starmer announced he will step down. This news was reported by CBS News and includes background information from author and journalist Ian Dunt.
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Keir Starmer, the current British prime minister, has announced he will resign.
Andy Burnham, a British lawmaker, is now the top candidate to become the next prime minister.
Ian Dunt, an author and journalist, provided additional context on the situation.
The news was reported by CBS News.
The report mentions ways to watch or follow the story using the CBS News app or web browsers.
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France is experiencing a severe heatwave with temperatures reaching up to 43 degrees Celsius. This extreme heat has led to several deaths, including two young children found in a parked car and three elderly people at home.
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The heatwave in France caused temperatures to rise as high as 43 degrees Celsius on June 22, 2026.
About 39 million people in France are under red alert warnings for extreme heat.
Two children, aged 2 and 4, died inside a parked car in southern France due to the heat.
Three elderly people have died in their homes from heat-related causes.
The government held a crisis meeting to address the effects of the heatwave.
The country is struggling to adapt to these extreme temperatures.
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The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., is being drained for repairs after problems appeared following a costly renovation. President Donald Trump said vandals caused a large tear in the pool's lining, but he did not share any proof.
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The Reflecting Pool near the Lincoln Memorial is having repairs done.
Workers are draining the pool to fix the damage.
The pool's lining has a 350-foot tear.
The pool was recently renovated with a multi-million dollar budget.
President Donald Trump blamed vandals for the damage.
No evidence has been provided to support the vandalism claim.
CBS News reported this information with coverage by Ed O’Keefe.
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The US Supreme Court ended a lawsuit accusing Cisco Systems of helping China persecute Falun Gong members by limiting how a 1789 law can hold companies responsible for human rights abuses abroad. The court reversed a lower court ruling that had allowed the case to move forward, saying the connection to the US was not strong enough.
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The lawsuit claimed Cisco knowingly created technology used by China to surveil and punish Falun Gong practitioners.
The case was filed under the Alien Tort Statute, a law from 1789 used for human rights cases in US courts.
Cisco denied the accusations, calling them unfounded.
President Donald Trump’s administration supported Cisco in the case.
The Ninth Circuit Court had revived the lawsuit in 2023, allowing evidence collection to begin.
The Supreme Court has recently limited the Alien Tort Statute’s use to cases closely connected to the US.
Falun Gong is a spiritual group banned in China for opposing the government.
Previous Supreme Court rulings require a strong US link for lawsuits about foreign human rights abuses.
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Hundreds of schools in southern England and Wales are closing or changing hours due to dangerous heat. School leaders are using fans and air conditioning where possible, but many buildings are old and not designed for extreme heat.
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Many schools in England and Wales are closing early or for several days because of a heatwave with temperatures up to 40°C (104°F).
School buildings are often old and poorly ventilated, making the heat inside worse.
Fans and portable air conditioning units are being used, but stores have run out of these cooling devices.
Unions warn that continuing to keep schools open could be dangerous without proper cooling.
Some schools have informed parents about early closures on specific days due to heat warnings.
The Department for Education normally expects schools to stay open and manage heat safely.
School staff unions are asking the government to provide more funding for cooling equipment and water.
Education leaders say the government needs to invest urgently in modernizing schools with better ventilation and cooling.
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The UK government plans to publish a new defence investment plan before the NATO summit next month, despite the resignation announcement of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. The plan has caused controversy and resignations, and the next prime minister may decide to change or delay it.
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The defence investment plan will be published before the NATO summit in Turkey on July 7.
The current plan caused the resignation of two defence ministers, including Al Carns, who opposed it.
Sir Keir Starmer announced he will resign as Labour leader and prime minister but will stay until a replacement is chosen.
Andy Burnham is the only candidate so far to run for Labour leader, and he supports reducing welfare spending to increase defence funding.
The UK has faced pressure from NATO and allies, including President Donald Trump, to increase defence budgets after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
The Ministry of Defence requested an extra £28 billion by 2030 but has only been offered £10 billion more.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves said the plan would involve spending more effectively but not necessarily increase beyond the current commitments.
Some Members of Parliament warn that delays in the defence plan damage the UK’s reputation with allies.
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