The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said the largest outbreak of a parasite called cyclospora, which caused severe diarrhoea and affected more than 12,000 people in the US, has ended. The outbreak was linked to lettuce from Mexico supplied by Taylor Farms, which recalled the product, and Taco Bell stopped using that lettuce.
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Over 12,000 people in 21 US states got sick from cyclospora during the outbreak.
The parasite causes cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness with symptoms like explosive diarrhoea.
Two people died in Michigan; both had other serious health problems.
About 570 people were hospitalised during this outbreak.
The CDC said cases have dropped significantly, but the investigation is ongoing.
The outbreak was linked to lettuce imported from central Mexico by Taylor Farms.
Taylor Farms recalled the lettuce, and Taco Bell removed it from their menu.
Cyclospora spreads through contaminated food or water, and deaths are rare.
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A court case between the Zionist Federation of Australia and journalist Mary Kostakidis was ended by agreement, with no costs ordered. The case involved allegations that Kostakidis violated racial discrimination laws by sharing posts critical of Israel, but it was dropped after a public apology from Kostakidis.
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The Zionist Federation of Australia (ZFA) filed a legal claim against Mary Kostakidis over posts on X about a speech by Hezbollah’s Hassan Nasrallah.
ZFA accused Kostakidis of breaking the Racial Discrimination Act by sharing posts they said caused harm to Jewish Australians.
Kostakidis argued that the claim did not specify which racial group was offended and tried to have the case dismissed.
The case was first raised at the Australian Human Rights Commission before moving to federal court.
The legal proceedings ended with both sides agreeing to end the case and no payment of legal costs.
Kostakidis said the end of the case was a win for free political expression and press freedom.
ZFA’s chief said the lawsuit’s goal was met after Kostakidis gave a public apology in 2025 for any pain caused.
The issues raised in the case are also being investigated in a royal commission on antisemitism in Australia, with a report expected in December.
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Chicago rapper Lil Durk was found not guilty in a federal case involving a murder-for-hire plot linked to a 2022 shooting. The jury cleared him of all charges, but he will face another trial on racketeering and firearm charges later this year.
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Lil Durk, whose real name is Durk Banks, was accused of ordering a hit on Atlanta rapper Tayquian Bowman.
The attack happened in West Hollywood in 2022, where Bowman's cousin was killed.
Prosecutors claimed Lil Durk’s group tracked Bowman and carried out the shooting as revenge for the 2020 death of Lil Durk’s friend King Von.
A witness who said he took part in the shooting testified about Lil Durk asking for details after the attack.
Lil Durk’s lawyers challenged the witness’s trustworthiness and suggested another person led the shooting.
Prosecutors said the case does not make sense without Lil Durk's leadership.
The jury found Lil Durk not guilty of the murder-for-hire charges.
Lil Durk has a second trial planned for October on racketeering and firearm charges connected to the case.
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis criticized the media for reporting on the background of the single juror who disagreed in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial. DeSantis said Florida would offer asylum to this juror, who has a history involving domestic violence and a current restraining order.
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Governor Ron DeSantis made the statements on a Friday.
A news report revealed the lone holdout juror in the Lindsay Clancy case had an alleged past of domestic violence.
The juror also has an active restraining order against them.
DeSantis accused the media of trying to damage the juror’s reputation.
The governor pledged that Florida will provide asylum to this juror.
The case involves a murder trial related to Lindsay Clancy.
The holdout juror was the only one objecting during the trial verdict process.
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Tony Dokoupil shared his thoughts on the 9/11 terror attacks as the country marks 25 years since the event. The reflection looks at the impact and legacy of what happened on September 11, 2001.
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The article focuses on the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks.
Tony Dokoupil, a CBS News journalist, offers his reflections on 9/11.
The article is based on a CBS News segment.
It discusses how the nation remembers and reflects on the tragedy.
The attacks took place 25 years ago from the present.
The article highlights the ongoing legacy of 9/11 in the United States.
CBS News presented this content through their app and video formats.
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A widow of a 9/11 victim publicly asked Saudi Arabia and U.S. presidents for answers about Saudi connections to the attacks during the 25th anniversary memorial. Families of victims say some FBI records about Saudi help to hijackers have not been fully shared or investigated, raising questions about the government’s handling of the case.
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Terry Strada, widow of a 9/11 victim, demanded more information about Saudi Arabia’s role during the 25th anniversary memorial.
Fifteen of the 19 hijackers were Saudi nationals.
Official reports say the Saudi government did not fund the attacks, but individual Saudis helped two hijackers in California.
Omar al-Bayoumi, a Saudi student in San Diego, helped the first two hijackers settle in the U.S.
New FBI records show Bayoumi worked with Saudi intelligence and received payments from them.
Critical evidence related to Bayoumi was not shared with FBI agents and almost destroyed.
Families and experts criticize the FBI and 9/11 Commission for not fully investigating Saudi connections.
Ongoing civil lawsuits and investigations push for more transparency and accountability about Saudi Arabia’s involvement.
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General Dan Caine, now chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, flew fighter jets to defend the U.S. on September 11, 2001. He was chief of weapons and tactics for the 121st Fighter Squadron at Andrews Air Force Base when the attacks happened.
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On 9/11, Dan Caine held the rank of Major and led weapons and tactics at the 121st Fighter Squadron.
The 121st Fighter Squadron is based at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland.
Caine took immediate action after the second plane hit the World Trade Center.
He flew fighter jets to help protect the country that day.
Dan Caine is currently the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
The interview took place with CBS News and was shared by Norah O'Donnell.
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A New York City Fire Department family shared their experience of the 9/11 attacks across three generations. They spoke about remembering the loved one they lost on that day, 25 years later.
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The family has members who served in the Fire Department in different generations.
They all experienced the events of 9/11 in their own way.
A loved one from the family was lost during the 9/11 attacks.
The story reflects on how they remember and honor that loss 25 years after the event.
The story was told by Tony Dokoupil on CBS News.
The event took place in New York City.
The article highlights the personal impact of 9/11 on public service families.
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Firefighters exposed to wildfire smoke have tried using glutathione, a natural antioxidant, to reduce health problems like cough and fatigue. However, the largest firefighters’ union in the US has warned that glutathione’s safety and effectiveness are not proven, and there are concerns about contamination in some supplies.
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Firefighters inhale toxic smoke during wildfires, which increases their risk of illnesses, including cancer.
Glutathione is a substance naturally made by the body and used by some firefighters after exposure to smoke.
Firefighters report feeling better after glutathione treatment, but no large scientific studies confirm its benefits or safety.
The International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) warns about potential risks, including contaminated glutathione products.
IAFF is concerned about how glutathione has been promoted to firefighters without enough evidence.
Some firefighters reported feeling worse after taking glutathione, with explanations given that symptoms were due to metals leaving the body.
The rise in glutathione use began in 2017 after naturopath groups started offering it at wildfire sites.
The group offering glutathione said it agrees more testing is needed and wants to help prove its effect.
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A man has been arrested and will be charged with homicide in the death of Tasia Fortune, a 29-year-old Black woman found hanging from a tree in Jackson, Mississippi. Police say the investigation is ongoing, and more arrests are expected.
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Tasia Fortune, a mother of four, was found dead on August 3, 2026, hanging from a tree behind a vacant home in Jackson, Mississippi.
The medical examiner ruled her death a homicide one month after the autopsy.
Police arrested a suspect who had an association with Fortune but did not share further details.
Additional arrests are expected as the investigation continues.
Police emphasize that public statements about the case are based on evidence and facts.
The case has raised public questions, considering Mississippi's history, and police are taking community concerns seriously.
Fortune’s body was found in various stages of decomposition.
Police obtained two search warrants and an arrest warrant before detaining the suspect.
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The Lindsay Clancy murder trial ended in a mistrial with an 11-1 jury split favoring not finding her criminally responsible. Legal experts say the defense might use the jury's public comments and the vote outcome to negotiate a plea deal, while prosecutors consider whether to retry the case.
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The jury in Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial was split 11 to 1, with most jurors leaning toward acquittal.
This split led to a mistrial, meaning no verdict was reached.
Some jurors have spoken publicly about disagreements during deliberations.
Experts say the defense could use these public comments as leverage in plea talks.
Prosecutors face a tough decision about retrying the case with uncertain chances of success.
A second jury trial could have a different result, but the original vote weighs heavily on decisions.
Retrials may involve traumatic testimony from witnesses who already shared their accounts.
Legal experts emphasize the rare situation where most jurors reject the prosecution’s case despite strong evidence presented.
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On September 11, 2001, Gen. Dan Caine and his fighter squadron quickly responded to the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. They were ordered to defend Washington, D.C., and prepared to intercept hijacked planes, but thanks to passengers fighting back on United Flight 93, the squadron did not have to shoot down any aircraft.
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Gen. Dan Caine was chief of Weapons and Tactics for the 121st Fighter Squadron at Andrews Air Force Base on 9/11.
Caine and his team first learned of the attacks when a plane hit the North Tower, then watched live as the second plane hit the South Tower.
They received emergency orders from the White House to scramble fighters to defend Washington, D.C.
The rules allowed the pilots to shoot down any unauthorized aircraft in D.C. airspace.
Some pilots, including Lt. Col. Mark Sasseville and Heather Penney, were prepared to ram hijacked planes if needed.
United Flight 93 crashed in Pennsylvania after passengers fought hijackers, preventing an attack on Washington, D.C.
Caine praised the bravery of both the passengers and first responders who rushed into danger.
The events of 9/11 deeply affected Caine and shaped his understanding of military service.
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A 65-year-old woman in California, Vicky Kyung Mi Kim, was arrested for allegedly killing her husband with a flagpole. She has a history of domestic violence charges related to the same husband, and her bail is set at $10 million.
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The incident happened on September 4 in a luxury condo community called The Enclave in Palm Desert, California.
Sheriff deputies found the husband with serious injuries and he was declared dead at the scene.
Vicky Kim was arrested on suspicion of murder and charged accordingly.
Kim had previous domestic violence charges, including pleading guilty to misdemeanor battery and injury to a spouse.
She violated a protective order related to past abuse cases involving her husband.
The couple reportedly had past arguments about money and alleged infidelity.
The prosecutor’s office tried to charge Kim with a felony and get protective orders, but a judge reduced her charges to misdemeanors and lifted protective orders.
The judge handling Kim’s past cases was not available for comment.
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Friday marks 25 years since the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks that killed nearly 3,000 people. Survivors, emergency responders, and families of victims shared their memories and talked about how the attacks have affected their lives.
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The 9/11 attacks happened on September 11, 2001.
Almost 3,000 people died in the attacks.
Survivors are people who lived through the attacks.
Responders are the emergency workers who helped during and after the attacks.
Families of victims lost loved ones in the attacks.
The 25th anniversary is a time to remember and reflect on the events.
Many people are still affected emotionally and physically after 25 years.
CBS News spoke with these groups to share their stories.
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A federal jury in Los Angeles found rapper Lil Durk not guilty of all charges in a murder-for-hire case. He was accused of planning to kill another rapper but was acquitted, while two co-defendants were convicted of stalking-related charges.
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Lil Durk, a Chicago rapper, was charged with murder, stalking, and conspiracy in a murder-for-hire case.
The target was Atlanta rapper Quando Rondo, linked to a 2022 shooting that killed Rondo’s cousin.
Prosecutors said the plot was revenge for the killing of OTF rapper King Von.
Durk allegedly offered money to anyone who killed Quando Rondo.
Two co-defendants, Deandre Wilson and David Lindsey, were convicted of stalking but not murder-for-hire.
Others involved pleaded guilty and testified against Durk and his associates.
Lil Durk won a 2024 Grammy Award and has been nominated multiple times.
If convicted, Durk could have faced life in prison.
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Rep. Don Bacon from Nebraska said he is thinking about running for president in 2028. He is preparing to leave Congress next year and has shown interest in a White House run before.
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Don Bacon is a Republican representative from Nebraska.
He plans to leave Congress in 2025.
Bacon said he would "love" to run for president in the 2028 election.
He has talked about running for president before.
His full interview about this topic will be released on Saturday.
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America marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks with ceremonies and reflections in New York City and other locations. President Donald Trump attended an event at the Pentagon to honor the day.
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The 25th anniversary of 9/11 was observed on September 11, 2026.
ABC News featured a tribute including drone displays lighting up the New York City skyline to resemble the Twin Towers.
Families of 9/11 victims gathered for ceremonies at Ground Zero and other memorial sites.
President Donald Trump attended a ceremony at the Pentagon to commemorate the attacks.
Some 9/11 families called on President Trump to hold Saudi Arabia accountable for its alleged role in the attacks.
Former U.S. presidents also attended the ceremonies in New York City.
Reports included personal stories from survivors, rescuers, and journalists who covered the events.
Discussions were held about the ongoing health impacts and security measures related to 9/11.
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Police in Jackson, Mississippi, have arrested Jacques Ratliff in connection with the death of Tasia Fortune, a 29-year-old Black woman found hanging from a tree. The state medical examiner ruled her death a homicide, and the investigation is ongoing with possible further arrests.
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Tasia Fortune, a 29-year-old Black woman and mother of four, was found hanging from a tree behind a vacant house in Jackson, Mississippi.
The state medical examiner ruled her death a homicide on Thursday.
Police arrested 51-year-old Jacques Ratliff after securing search and arrest warrants.
Ratliff is known to the victim, but police have not disclosed a motive.
The case has drawn national attention because of Mississippi’s history with racist violence and lynchings.
Police are continuing the investigation and said more arrests may happen.
Fortune’s mother expressed shock and sadness but thanked police for the arrest.
This killing follows recent similar deaths of two other people found hanging in Mississippi within the last year.
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Nashville officials from both the Republican-led state government and the Democrat-led city government agree on renaming Nashville International Airport after Dolly Parton. The plan has strong public support and is moving forward despite ongoing disputes over control of the airport.
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The state government of Tennessee is mostly Republican, and the Nashville city government is mostly Democratic.
Both sides want to rename the Nashville airport in honor of Dolly Parton, a beloved Tennessee singer and actress.
Dolly Parton passed away two weeks ago, which increased support for the renaming.
A petition to rename the airport gathered over 175,000 signatures.
The airport's name change process was approved unanimously by the state-controlled airport board.
There are two airport authorities, one run by the state and one by the city, causing a dispute over control.
Both airport boards will vote in favor of the renaming, which will require about a year or more to complete.
The change includes working with Dolly Parton’s estate on how to share profits from related merchandise.
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