A 22-year-old woman died in a skydiving accident near Langar Airfield in Nottinghamshire. Emergency services were called, but she was pronounced dead at the scene, with no one else injured.
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The accident happened near Langar Airfield in Nottinghamshire.
Emergency services responded at 12:13 BST on Sunday.
The woman was 22 years old.
She was found in a nearby field and died at the scene.
Police have informed her family and are supporting them.
No other people were hurt in the incident.
Police are preparing a report for the coroner (an official who investigates deaths).
Investigations are ongoing to understand what caused the accident.
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Michigan Democrat Mallory McMorrow stopped her campaign for the U.S. Senate just one month before the election. This change leaves two candidates running in the Democratic primary: Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed.
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Mallory McMorrow is a Democrat from Michigan.
She ended her U.S. Senate campaign on a Sunday.
The decision came about one month before the primary election.
This leaves two candidates on the Democratic side: Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed.
Haley Stevens is described as a moderate candidate.
Abdul El-Sayed is described as a progressive candidate.
The race is for the U.S. Senate seat in Michigan.
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As the United States celebrates 250 years of independence, journalist Chris Hedges reviews the country’s history, including its founding ideals and major challenges like slavery and civil rights. He discusses whether the nation has met its original promises and considers what might lie ahead.
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The United States is marking 250 years since gaining independence.
Chris Hedges is an author and journalist providing a reflection on this milestone.
The reflection covers the country’s founding ideas, such as those in the Declaration of Independence.
It includes a look at significant issues like slavery and civil rights.
The discussion questions if the U.S. has fulfilled the goals set by its founders.
It also explores the current state of democracy in the U.S.
The future direction of the nation is part of the analysis.
The reflection was published on July 5, 2026.
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Russia says Ukraine refused a six-hour ceasefire near Kostiantynivka to allow the return of dead soldiers. Both countries disagree over who controls the city, while President Zelenskyy and President Donald Trump have spoken about ending the ongoing war.
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Russia offered a six-hour ceasefire on Monday around Kostiantynivka to exchange bodies of fallen Ukrainian soldiers.
Russia claims to control Kostiantynivka, but Ukraine denies this and says its forces still hold the city.
President Zelenskyy called Russia’s claim a lie and suggested a peace meeting could happen there if Russia controlled the city.
Kremlin spokesman said Kostiantynivka is already part of Russia and invited Zelenskyy to meet President Putin in Moscow.
A Ukrainian attack on Russian-occupied Crimea killed one person and injured two others.
President Donald Trump spoke separately with both Putin and Zelenskyy about ending the war.
Trump offered to help find a solution, and plans to meet Zelenskyy during the upcoming NATO summit.
A U.S. official said the war front has not changed much recently, making an urgent end to the conflict important.
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J.K. Simmons, an actor who won an Academy Award for the movie "Whiplash," gave an extended interview. He talked about his acting roles and portraying real-life characters.
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J.K. Simmons won an Academy Award for his role in "Whiplash."
He participated in a web-exclusive interview with CBS News.
The interviewer was Tracy Smith.
Simmons discussed his various acting roles.
He focused on playing characters based on real people.
The interview is available on the CBS News App and website.
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Yvette Cooper, the UK foreign secretary, warned that artificial intelligence (AI) could threaten humanity like the nuclear bombing of Hiroshima if countries do not work together to set global rules. She said AI will be a major issue in international politics over the next two years and called for stronger cooperation between nations, including the US and China, to manage its risks.
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Cooper compared the risk of AI to the destruction caused by Hiroshima, emphasizing the need for international agreements before disaster happens.
She urged the US, China, and other countries to agree on global rules to control AI development.
Cooper said AI will dominate foreign policy discussions in the next two years due to its potential and risks.
She highlighted other global challenges like climate change, migration, and foreign interference that threaten security and democracy.
Cooper noted the US is stepping back from its traditional role as a global peacekeeper, affecting international relations.
She called for the UK and EU to create a stable, long-term relationship and stronger European security cooperation.
The UK government is negotiating new deals with the EU on agriculture, electricity trade, and youth visas, delayed to engage with the incoming Burnham government.
Cooper warned that focus on conflicts like Iran could distract countries from efforts to bring peace to Palestine.
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Three sons of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei appeared at his funeral, but his designated successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, was not present, possibly due to security concerns. The funeral events include a large public mourning in Tehran and a procession through important religious sites in Iran and Iraq, while calls for revenge against the U.S. and Israel were heard.
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Ali Khamenei, Iran’s former Supreme Leader, was killed in an air strike on February 28.
His sons Mostafa, Meysam, and Masoud appeared publicly at his funeral ceremony in Tehran.
Mojtaba Khamenei, his successor, has not been seen publicly since being appointed in March, likely for safety reasons due to threats.
The funeral includes public prayers, large crowds, and government-organized processions with transport, food, and lodging provided.
Mourners chanted slogans against the United States and Israel, reflecting calls for revenge.
The coffin will be taken to Shia holy sites in Iraq (Karbala and Najaf) and to major cities in Iran (Qom and Mashhad) for burial.
Tens of millions of metro rides were reported in Tehran during the days of mourning, indicating widespread public participation.
High-ranking Iranian political and military leaders attended the funeral ceremonies.
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President Donald Trump will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during the NATO summit in Turkey. The meetings will focus on ending the war in Ukraine and discuss Syria’s role in Middle East conflicts.
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The NATO summit takes place in Ankara, Turkey.
President Trump plans to meet Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Tuesday.
Trump and Zelenskyy recently spoke by phone about the ongoing war in Ukraine, now in its fifth year.
Zelenskyy believes there is a real chance to end the war with Russia.
Trump told Russian President Putin he wants to help find peaceful solutions to the Ukraine conflict.
Trump feels urgency to end the war and will discuss plans with Zelenskyy, then follow up with Putin.
Trump also plans to meet Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa but details about their agenda are unclear.
Trump has suggested Syria should fight Hezbollah in Lebanon, a proposal al-Sharaa denies interest in.
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Seven countries in the OPEC+ group agreed to increase their oil production by 188,000 barrels per day in August. This decision comes as oil prices have fallen close to levels seen before recent conflicts involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran.
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The seven countries increasing production are Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman.
This is the fifth month in a row that OPEC+ has raised oil production.
Oil prices recently dropped to under $72 a barrel, near pre-conflict levels.
The drop in prices follows an interim deal between the U.S. and Iran to end fighting and ease port blockades.
The deal allows ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for about one-fifth of the world’s oil.
Despite the deal, ship traffic through the strait is still below levels before the conflict.
Iran warns oil tankers to use approved routes through the strait or face strong consequences.
Earlier conflicts caused an energy crisis by limiting shipping and oil supplies worldwide.
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A severe heatwave in the United States has caused at least 25 deaths, with many occurring in New Jersey and other states experiencing temperatures over 100°F (38°C). The extreme heat has affected millions of people, leading to active heat alerts in more than 20 states and impacting public events.
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At least 25 people have died due to the heatwave across several US states.
New Jersey reported 22 deaths related to the heat in 10 counties, mostly in central and northern areas.
Many victims were found in homes without air conditioning, outside, or in parked cars.
Temperatures exceeded 100°F (38°C) in more than 20 states during the heatwave.
Over 140 million people were under active heat warnings across the country.
A heat-related death was confirmed in Cook County, Illinois, and Hinds County, Mississippi.
Emergency services in Washington DC treated 51 people for heat-related problems on July 4.
The National Weather Service expects cooler air to reduce the extreme heat in coming days.
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This interview features Representatives Adriano Espaillat (Democrat from New York) and Carlos Gimenez (Republican from Florida) discussing their personal immigrant backgrounds and reflecting on why their families came to the United States. They also briefly address ongoing immigration issues and recent Supreme Court decisions related to birthright citizenship.
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Rep. Carlos Gimenez came to the U.S. from Cuba when he was nearly seven years old, escaping the Castro regime.
Gimenez recalls living with many family members in Florida and learning English starting at school.
Rep. Adriano Espaillat immigrated from the Dominican Republic at age nine and lived with his grandparents in New York City.
Espaillat remembers struggling with cold weather and learning English gradually at school.
Gimenez's parents sought freedom for their family by moving to the U.S., away from communism.
Espaillat’s grandmother was the first in their family to become a U.S. citizen and took pride in that status.
Both representatives now serve in Congress and are involved in discussions on immigration policy.
The interview touches on recent Supreme Court rulings related to birthright citizenship as a key immigration topic.
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Patients and wounded people are holding a protest outside Al-Shifa Medical Complex in Gaza. They want Israel to remove travel limits so they can leave Gaza for urgent medical care.
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The protest is taking place outside Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza.
People there are asking Israel to stop restricting travel for medical reasons.
Gaza health officials say over 20,000 patients and injured people need to be evacuated.
Israel controls the crossings out of Gaza, including the Rafah crossing.
Current restrictions are slowing or blocking medical evacuations.
The situation involves urgent health needs for many people in Gaza.
The protest highlights growing pressure on Israel to ease travel limits for medical cases.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said some Christian villages in southern Lebanon have asked to join Israel for protection from Hezbollah militants. Israeli troops remain in southern Lebanon after the recent conflict triggered by Hezbollah rocket attacks following the killing of Iran’s supreme leader.
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Some Christian villages in southern Lebanon reportedly asked to be annexed by Israel for safety from Hezbollah.
Hezbollah fired rockets at Israel after Iran’s supreme leader was killed in joined U.S.-Israeli strikes.
Israel responded with airstrikes and a ground invasion in southern Lebanon.
Israeli troops currently control parts of southern Lebanon near the border.
Many Christian villages have been damaged by fighting but most residents have stayed despite evacuation warnings.
Israeli military told village leaders not to allow Hezbollah fighters into their areas.
Netanyahu said Israel will keep troops in southern Lebanon as long as needed to protect its citizens.
Netanyahu acknowledged occasional disagreements with U.S. President Donald Trump over the Iran deal and related policies but described the overall relationship as strong.
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Mallory McMorrow, a candidate for the U.S. Senate from Michigan, stopped her campaign because her poll numbers were low. She announced this decision in a video shared on the social platform X and expressed gratitude.
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Mallory McMorrow is running for the U.S. Senate seat from Michigan.
She suspended her campaign on Sunday.
The decision came after she saw low support in polls.
McMorrow shared her announcement via a video on X, a social media platform.
She expressed thankfulness as she ended her campaign.
McMorrow is a member of the Democratic Party (D).
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On July 5, 2026, Face the Nation aired a special edition celebrating America's 250th birthday, featuring discussions on immigration, space exploration, and college sports. President Donald Trump gave a speech during the celebrations, while two immigrant members of Congress shared their experiences and views on immigration reform.
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America celebrated its 250th anniversary with fireworks, parades, and other events despite hot weather and storms.
President Donald Trump gave a patriotic speech emphasizing American strength and potential.
Two members of Congress who immigrated to the U.S. as children—Carlos Gimenez (Republican, Florida) and Adriano Espaillat (Democrat, New York)—discussed immigration challenges.
Thousands were evacuated from the National Mall due to severe weather but later returned for the fireworks show.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman joined the program to talk about America’s space exploration plans.
The head of the NCAA, Charlie Baker, discussed changes in college sports and their importance for young athletes.
Panelists agreed that immigrants play a vital role in America’s future.
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Catherine, Princess of Wales, shared photos of her family reunion after completing the Three Peaks Challenge to support The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, where she was treated for cancer. The challenge involved climbing the highest mountains in England, Scotland, and Wales within 24 hours to raise awareness about cancer and holistic healthcare.
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Catherine completed the Three Peaks Challenge by climbing Scafell Pike (England), Ben Nevis (Scotland), and Yr Wyddfa/Snowdon (Wales).
The Princess was treated for cancer in 2024 and announced she was in remission at the start of 2025.
She described her cancer diagnosis as a "huge shock" and her treatment as "life-changing."
The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity benefits from fundraising linked to her challenge.
Holistic care means supporting the whole person, including physical, emotional, spiritual, and social wellbeing alongside medical treatment.
Catherine was reunited with her husband, Prince William, their three children, and her family after completing the challenge.
She wants to raise awareness about the personal impact of serious illness and the importance of holistic healthcare.
The Princess has returned to royal duties following her remission announcement.
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NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg and Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte have worked to keep the United States committed to NATO amid challenges from President Donald Trump. Trump has criticized NATO allies for defense spending, demanded loyalty over money, and expressed frustration about their refusal to join his Iran conflict, complicating relations ahead of a summit in Turkey.
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Mark Rutte has spent almost two years encouraging the U.S. to stay in NATO.
President Trump has repeatedly criticized NATO allies for not spending enough on defense.
NATO allies agreed last year to increase their defense spending to match U.S. levels relative to their economies.
Despite the spending commitments, European countries worry about turning money into military power, especially facing Russia.
Trump expressed disappointment that some NATO countries did not support his Iran war efforts.
Trump said he wants "loyalty" from NATO allies, not just financial contributions.
The U.S. Pentagon recently said it might reduce troops and military support in Europe if a NATO member is attacked.
Russia’s military activity near European NATO bases has increased, raising security concerns.
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Michigan Democrat Mallory McMorrow suspended her campaign for the U.S. Senate just one month before the primary election. Her exit changes the party's contest to mainly between U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens and progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed.
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Mallory McMorrow announced she is stopping her run for the U.S. Senate seat from Michigan.
The seat is open because Democratic Senator Gary Peters is retiring.
Holding this Senate seat is important for Democrats to gain a majority during President Donald Trump’s current term.
McMorrow thanked her volunteers and supporters and noted she ran her campaign without corporate money.
The Democratic primary now mainly features Haley Stevens, supported by party leaders, and Abdul El-Sayed, backed by progressives like Bernie Sanders.
Some Democrats worry El-Sayed’s left-leaning views could hurt the party’s chances in the general election.
The primary winner will likely face Republican Mike Rogers, who lost in 2024 to Senator Elissa Slotkin.
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Mali's military government is facing serious attacks from Islamist fighters and their Tuareg allies in the northern part of the country. These groups have recently taken control of several key cities and military positions, challenging the government's ability to keep control and raising concerns about security in the capital and surrounding areas.
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Islamist group JNIM and Tuareg ally FLA are attacking army positions in northern Mali.
They captured the city of Kidal in May and are now advancing toward other towns.
Fighters reportedly seized military posts in Gao despite support from Russian forces.
The military government in Mali is led by a junta, which is under pressure due to these attacks.
There are increasing worries about the safety of the capital city, Bamako, and the nearby military base of Kati.
The offensive shows growing strength and coordination among jihadist armed groups in Mali.
Russian fighters are currently supporting Mali's troops in their fight against insurgents.
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Democratic Congressman Jim McGovern says progressive Democrats who refuse donations from pro-Israel groups are gaining support in party primaries. He believes Americans want more from the Democratic Party and calls for people to protest US policies and fight for the country's future.
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Progressive Democrats are winning primary elections without taking money from pro-Israel groups.
Congressman Jim McGovern spoke about this trend during an interview.
McGovern says many Americans want stronger and different leadership from Democrats.
He criticizes US foreign policies, including those toward Cuba and Israel.
McGovern believes Congress often just approves whatever President Trump wants.
He urges people to protest and work to protect the core values of the United States.
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