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The Society of St. Pius X (SSPX), a traditionalist Catholic group, plans to ordain four new bishops without approval from the Vatican. The Vatican says this action will cause automatic excommunication, meaning those involved would be officially banned from church roles and sacraments. This event tests Pope Leo XIV’s leadership and highlights ongoing tensions between traditionalist Catholics and church reforms since the 1960s.
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The SSPX will ordain four bishops on July 1 at their seminary in Switzerland without papal approval.
The Vatican states this ordination is a "schismatic act" leading to automatic excommunication.
Excommunication means being banned from receiving sacraments, holding official church roles, or performing liturgical functions.
Pope Leo XIV began his papacy in May 2025 and personally urged the SSPX to cancel the ordinations.
The SSPX has existed since 1970, opposing changes from the Second Vatican Council (1962-1965).
In 1988, SSPX founder Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre also consecrated bishops without Vatican approval and was excommunicated.
Pope Benedict XVI lifted some excommunications in 2009, but the SSPX remains outside full church membership.
The dispute reflects a wider global Catholic debate between traditionalist groups and church leaders favoring modern reforms.
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Sony Pictures released the first trailer for "Klara and the Sun," a new movie directed by Taika Waititi. The film is based on a novel by Kazuo Ishiguro and tells the story of Klara, a solar-powered artificial friend, who seeks a loving home and helps a girl named Josie and her family.
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"Klara and the Sun" is based on a bestselling novel by Nobel Prize winner Kazuo Ishiguro.
Taika Waititi, an Academy Award-winning director, wrote and directed the film.
The main character, Klara, is an Artificial Friend powered by the sun.
Klara is chosen by Josie, a girl who has a difficult relationship with her mother.
The cast includes Jenna Ortega as Klara, Mia Tharia as Josie, Amy Adams as Josie’s mother, and Natasha Lyonne as the store manager.
The story is set in an unspecified future and explores the connection between humans and technology.
The film’s tone is more dramatic than Waititi’s previous works.
"Klara and the Sun" will be released in theaters on October 23, 2026.
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Federal judges blocked parts of President Donald Trump’s administration efforts in Minnesota and Washington, D.C., including stopping the use of Social Security data for voter verification and canceling subpoenas against Minnesota officials. Meanwhile, a Texas judge ruled in favor of the administration by overturning a Biden-era immigration rule that paused deportation cases.
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A federal judge stopped the administration from using Social Security data to check voter rolls, citing legal privacy issues.
Another judge in Minnesota canceled subpoenas aimed at Governor Tim Walz and other officials, saying the subpoenas were meant to harass political opponents.
The subpoenas targeted emails and records of Democratic officials related to immigration enforcement opposition.
The Minnesota subpoenas were tied to a controversial federal immigration operation called Operation Metro Surge.
Two U.S. citizens were shot and killed by federal immigration agents during this operation, raising public debate.
In Texas, a judge struck down a Biden-era rule that let immigration judges delay deportation cases indefinitely.
The legal decisions show courts are limiting executive actions related to voting and immigration.
The Department of Justice and Department of Homeland Security did not comment on the rulings.
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Ethiopia’s ruling Prosperity Party won nearly 90% of the seats in the recent national election. The northern Tigray region did not vote because it is still recovering from a deadly conflict that happened from 2020 to 2022.
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The Prosperity Party is led by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.
The party won almost 90% of the seats in the national parliament.
The Tigray region, affected by a conflict causing around 600,000 deaths, did not take part in the election.
The conflict occurred between 2020 and 2022 in northern Ethiopia.
There are growing tensions between local leaders in Tigray and the federal government.
These tensions raise fears of more conflict in the future.
Abiy Ahmed has been in power since 2018.
Some people criticize Abiy Ahmed’s government for becoming more authoritarian, meaning it controls more and allows less political freedom.
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Brexit, the United Kingdom's decision to leave the European Union, has caused deep divisions in British politics. Since the 2016 referendum, the U.K. is about to have its seventh prime minister.
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The U.K. voted to leave the EU on June 23, 2016, with 52% voting to leave and 48% voting to remain.
The U.K. had been a member of the European Union for over 40 years before this vote.
David Cameron, the Conservative prime minister who called the referendum and supported staying in the EU, resigned the day after the vote.
Brexit has caused ongoing political turmoil and instability in British government leadership.
Since the referendum, the U.K. has had six prime ministers and is approaching the appointment of a seventh.
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Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, a Northern Ireland politician and former DUP leader, has been found guilty of 18 child sex abuse charges, including rape, and is now in Maghaberry Prison. His conviction and imprisonment have caused significant disruption in Northern Ireland's political scene and within the DUP party.
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Jeffrey Donaldson was found guilty of 18 child sex abuse charges, including rape.
He is serving a prison sentence in Maghaberry Prison, where he is under close watch.
He faces up to 12 hours a day in his cell, possibly shared with another prisoner.
Donaldson’s phone was taken away, and he has limited contact with the outside world.
His conviction has seriously shaken Northern Ireland politics and the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP).
Donaldson was suspended and later expelled from the DUP after his arrest.
His case affected the DUP’s image and election results, with some voters feeling betrayed.
Before his arrest, Donaldson was seen as a unifying figure in the DUP and a strong opponent of the post-Brexit Northern Ireland protocol.
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Marc Bloch, a French historian and member of the Resistance during World War II, was honored by being inducted into the Pantheon, a place for France’s most respected historical figures. This ceremony happens less than a year before France’s presidential election and holds political importance as far-right party National Rally aims for power.
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Marc Bloch was a historian and fighter in the French Resistance.
He was captured, tortured, and executed by the Gestapo in 1944.
The Pantheon is a special site in France for honoring important historical figures.
Bloch’s induction into the Pantheon took place on June 23, 2026.
The ceremony has political meaning ahead of the 2027 French presidential election.
Marine Le Pen’s National Rally party is the far-right political group hoping to win power.
The event highlights France’s remembrance of those who opposed Nazi occupation during WWII.
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CBS Mornings Deals offers exclusive discounts on various products.
The deals aim to help improve everyday lifestyle.
Shoppers are invited to visit cbsdeals.com to see these offers.
CBS earns commissions from purchases made through this website.
The discounts are highlighted during the CBS Mornings show.
The article promotes the use of the CBS News App for more content.
The website can be accessed via popular web browsers like Chrome and Safari.
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The White House says talks with Iran about nuclear inspections are moving forward, although Iran denies agreeing to let inspectors in. Meanwhile, conflict between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah group in Lebanon is causing concerns that it could disrupt the negotiations. Representatives from Israel and Lebanon will meet in Washington, D.C. to discuss the conflict.
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President Donald Trump and Vice President Vance say Iran agreed to let nuclear inspectors enter the country.
Iran denies these claims about allowing inspectors.
Fighting is ongoing between Israel and Hezbollah, a group backed by Iran, in Lebanon.
The conflict raises worries that it may affect U.S. talks with Iran.
On Tuesday, Israel and Lebanon teams will meet in Washington, D.C. to address the fighting.
The U.S. is working to continue negotiations despite tensions in the region.
CBS News correspondent Weijia Jiang reported on this story.
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Marc Bloch, a French historian, soldier, and Resistance fighter, will be honored by being inducted into France’s Panthéon on June 23, 2026. Bloch fought in both World Wars and was executed by the Nazis in 1944 for his role in the Resistance.
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Marc Bloch was a professor of medieval history.
He fought for France in World War I and served as a sergeant and intelligence officer.
Bloch joined the French Resistance during World War II after France’s 1940 armistice with Nazi Germany.
He was executed by German forces in 1944 alongside other Resistance members.
Bloch came from a Jewish family in Alsace that remained loyal to France after the region was annexed by Germany in 1870.
He wrote about his willingness to sacrifice his life for France in letters during the war.
France is recognizing Bloch’s contributions by placing him in the Panthéon, a national monument that honors notable French figures.
His induction follows other prominent figures who have been honored at the Panthéon, such as Voltaire and Jean-Jacques Rousseau.
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Tech stocks fell for a second day as investors questioned if spending on artificial intelligence (AI) will lead to bigger profits. Major companies like SpaceX, Nvidia, and Alphabet saw their stock prices drop amid growing doubts about their high valuations.
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The Nasdaq Composite dropped 628 points (2.4%) to 25,537 points on Tuesday.
The Dow Jones fell 305 points (0.6%) to 51,407, and the S&P 500 dropped 1.6%.
Investors are now demanding proof that AI investments will result in increased profits.
SpaceX shares declined 2.7% on Tuesday after a 16% fall on Monday.
Nvidia’s stock fell by 3.4%, Broadcom by 2.4%, and Alphabet by 1.2%.
SpaceX’s valuation is over $2 trillion despite recent stock price drops.
Experts say the market shift reflects investors wanting clear results instead of just promises related to AI spending.
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A severe heatwave in France and parts of Europe has caused record-breaking high temperatures, leading to around 40 drownings in France as people swam in unsafe locations. The heatwave is expected to continue, with officials warning about the dangers of extreme heat and advising precautions.
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About 40 people have drowned in unsupervised swimming areas in France since June 18.
Most drowning victims were young people, according to Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu.
Temperatures in western France could reach up to 43°C (109°F).
Météo-France placed 54 regions under red heatwave alerts.
Overnight temperatures in France hit the highest since 1947.
Officials advised remote work and limited travel due to strain on transport systems in the Paris area.
The heatwave is caused by a slow-moving mass of hot air from the Sahara Desert.
Other European countries like Spain, Italy, Germany, and the UK also issued heat alerts and reported heat-related incidents.
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Kenzie Winfield from Utah used a DNA test to find her biological father after having very little information about him. The test connected her to her dad and helped her learn about her family background and heritage.
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Kenzie Winfield only knew her birth father’s first name and had one photo of him.
She had a half-brother but no other information about her biological family.
Psychological studies say not knowing one’s parents can cause confusion about identity.
Winfield’s husband helped her take a DNA test after she talked about her feelings.
About 21% of Americans have done home DNA tests, and 43% know someone who has.
The DNA test showed Winfield’s roots in West Africa, connecting her to her Black heritage.
The test matched her with a man likely to be her father.
She contacted him, met him in person, and learned about his family and why he was not in her life before.
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The Irish government will provide €228 million (£197 million) to improve rail services between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. The funding comes from the Shared Island Fund and supports rail infrastructure, hourly train services, sports facilities, port development, canal restoration, water quality programs, and education projects.
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€193 million (£166 million) will improve the Londonderry-Belfast-Dublin rail infrastructure.
€35 million (£30 million) will continue hourly trains from Dublin to Belfast until at least 2030.
The Shared Island Fund supports projects benefiting both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.
£3 million will go towards cricket facilities at Stormont in Belfast for the 2030 Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup.
€40 million (£34 million) will help expand port capacity across the island.
€30 million (£26 million) will fund the third phase of the Ulster Canal restoration.
€33 million (£28 million) will support a water quality program for Lough Neagh, which faces ecological challenges.
€13.5 million (£12 million) will create 1,000 new places for early years educators, with 40% reserved for participants from Northern Ireland.
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Former Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene and former Fox News host Tucker Carlson have both withdrawn their support for the Republican Party. Carlson cited disagreements with President Donald Trump’s handling of U.S. military actions against Iran as a reason for his decision.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene, a former Republican representative from Georgia, has pulled her support from the GOP.
Tucker Carlson, once a Fox News host and a former supporter of President Donald Trump, also said he would no longer support the Republican Party.
Carlson’s decision was linked to a disagreement with President Trump’s approach to military operations against Iran.
Both individuals were previously known as strong supporters of President Trump.
Their withdrawal marks a notable shift in support among some prominent figures connected to the GOP.
The military operations against Iran referenced involved U.S. actions in the Middle East.
This shift may affect public perceptions of unity within the Republican Party.
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Andy Burnham’s chief economic adviser candidate, Jim O’Neill, has called for the UK government to borrow billions more to invest in infrastructure projects. He suggests creating an independent body to oversee this spending, which he believes would follow fiscal rules while increasing infrastructure investment.
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Jim O’Neill, an economist and former minister, supports more government borrowing to fund infrastructure.
O’Neill proposes an independent body like the Office for Budget Responsibility to manage infrastructure spending.
The extra borrowing aims to boost major infrastructure projects while following current fiscal rules.
Andy Burnham is expected to become prime minister and is seen as proposing more left-leaning economic policies than Keir Starmer.
Burnham plans to give a speech outlining his policy ideas, including devolution and economic plans.
O’Neill has led the Northern Powerhouse Partnership, supporting northern England transport projects like a new Manchester Piccadilly underground station.
The proposal involves increasing borrowing while balancing it against assets to ease investor concerns.
O’Neill suggests turning the Treasury’s Nista agency into an independent transparent organization to show how projects will boost economic growth.
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The Strawberry Moon, June's full moon and the first full moon of summer, will peak on June 29 and can be seen across the United States. Weather forecasts suggest the best views will be in the Northwest and Northeast, with some areas in the South and central U.S. likely to have cloudy skies.
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The Strawberry Moon reaches full brightness at 7:58 p.m. EDT on June 29, 2026.
It is the second-smallest full moon of the year because it occurs just after apogee, when the moon is farthest from Earth.
The name "Strawberry Moon" comes from Native American Algonquian tribes, who linked it to the strawberry harvest season.
The moon will appear low on the southeastern horizon shortly after sunset, making moonrise the best time for viewing.
The full moon is not actually pink or red despite the name.
Clear skies are expected mainly in the Pacific Northwest and Northeast according to NOAA forecasts.
To see the moon clearly, find a place with a clear view, away from bright city lights, such as open fields or near water.
The next full moon after the Strawberry Moon is the Buck Moon, on July 29, 2026.
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The cost of home care and assisted living has increased by nearly 50% from 2019 to 2024. The article shares easy and affordable ways to make a home safer for older family members so they can live there longer.
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Home care and assisted living costs went up almost 50% between 2019 and 2024.
Making simple changes at home can improve safety for aging loved ones.
Safer home environments can help older people stay in their homes longer.
The article provides practical tips for families to protect elderly relatives.
It highlights the importance of affordable solutions amid rising care costs.
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In New York, a Democratic primary for a U.S. House seat has become a test between two groups in the artificial intelligence (AI) industry. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is backing fellow democratic socialists, while President Donald Trump is supporting candidates in a South Carolina runoff after his earlier choices lost primaries. Voters are also casting ballots in primaries in Maryland, New York, South Carolina, and Utah.
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A Democratic primary in Manhattan has turned into a contest between different AI industry factions.
Alex Bores, a New York Assemblyman and former Palantir employee, supports strong AI regulations based on a bill he helped propose.
This AI regulation bill faced some opposition from the AI industry.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is using his influence to support democratic socialist candidates.
President Donald Trump endorsed two candidates in a South Carolina runoff after his earlier chosen candidates lost primaries.
Primary elections are also taking place in Maryland, New York, South Carolina, and Utah on Tuesday.
The outcome in Manhattan is seen as a sign of support for candidates who want to regulate AI closely.
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Eight Americans who were quarantined in Nebraska for six weeks after being exposed to a hantavirus on a cruise ship were released. The quarantine was ordered by the US Health and Human Services department to prevent the virus’s spread, although some criticized the detention as unnecessary.
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The eight Americans were quarantined after exposure to the Andes strain of hantavirus on the MV Hondius cruise ship.
Three people died and 13 cases were identified on the ship, leading to a quarantine in Omaha, Nebraska.
The US Health and Human Services department ended the 42-day isolation period on Monday.
One passenger, Angela Perryman, claimed she was detained against her will and called the quarantine a political stunt.
The quarantine order was issued by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., overruling CDC advice for self-quarantine at home.
Health law experts said the forced quarantine could set a dangerous legal precedent and may be unconstitutional.
No Americans quarantined in Nebraska showed signs of infection during the isolation.
The Andes hantavirus can spread between humans and symptoms may take up to 42 days to appear.
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