Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft, is interviewed privately by the House Oversight Committee about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender. Gates has not been accused of wrongdoing by Epstein’s victims but has appeared frequently in Justice Department documents connected to Epstein.
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Bill Gates will give a closed-door interview to the House Oversight Committee.
The interview focuses on Gates' relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
Epstein was a convicted sex offender who pleaded guilty and served jail time.
Gates met Epstein in 2011, after Epstein's legal troubles began.
Gates spoke publicly about his meetings with Epstein and hopes his testimony helps the committee.
Gates appears over 3,000 times in Justice Department documents linked to Epstein.
There are no public accusations against Gates from Epstein’s survivors.
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President Donald Trump congratulated Senator Lindsey Graham on winning a primary election in South Carolina. He also urged attention toward passing the SAVE America Act, which focuses on voter eligibility rules.
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President Trump praised Senator Lindsey Graham for winning the South Carolina primary.
Graham received nearly 60% of the vote in the primary race.
Trump called for support to pass the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act.
The SAVE America Act aims to change rules about who can vote.
This event reflects ongoing political efforts within the Republican Party.
The article was about U.S. political news involving government and election matters.
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Democrat Graham Platner won the primary race in Maine to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins in November. Meanwhile, in South Carolina, candidates endorsed by President Donald Trump performed strongly in primaries, showing continued influence of his support within the Republican Party.
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Graham Platner, a Democrat and military veteran, won the Maine U.S. Senate primary with about 75% of the vote.
Platner faced recent allegations from former girlfriends about intimidating behavior, which he denied.
Platner will challenge Republican Sen. Susan Collins in the general election in November.
Democrats, including Senate leaders Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, support Platner’s campaign to help win a Senate majority.
The National Republican Senatorial Committee criticized Platner in ads, calling him scandal-ridden.
In South Carolina, most candidates endorsed by President Trump won their primaries, including Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette for governor.
Trump’s support continues to impact Republican primary results, often defeating established incumbents.
Governor Janet Mills of Maine had suspended her campaign but remained on the ballot, receiving less than 20% of the vote.
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At a North Carolina high school graduation, a valedictorian quoted a line from a 2022 interview with rapper Kanye West but left out a controversial part. Another student, Sara Rudeseal, spoke out during her diploma ceremony to point this out before her microphone was cut off.
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The graduation was at Hoggard High School on June 6.
Valedictorian Kyler Hosek quoted Kanye West but omitted the part about Hitler.
The quote was from a 2022 Infowars interview with West.
Sara Rudeseal challenged the incomplete quote while receiving her diploma.
Rudeseal’s microphone was turned off shortly after she began speaking.
Kanye West has made antisemitic comments in the past, including praising Hitler.
The school principal reportedly asked Rudeseal to leave the stage before she could get her diploma.
Hosek’s family said the speech was about the future of artificial intelligence and opportunities for all people.
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Nancy Lacore, a retired three-star Navy rear admiral fired last year by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, advanced to a Democratic runoff for South Carolina’s 1st congressional district. She will compete against Mac Deford in June for the chance to run in the November midterm elections.
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Nancy Lacore served 35 years in the Navy and was chief of the Navy Reserve before being fired in August by Pete Hegseth.
She advanced to a Democratic runoff against Mac Deford, a U.S. Coast Guard veteran, for South Carolina’s 1st congressional district.
The current seat holder, Republican Nancy Mace, is not seeking reelection to run for governor.
Lacore is supported by veterans’ groups and Emily’s List, which helps pro-choice Democratic candidates.
She raised over $1.4 million for her campaign by late May.
Lacore is one of 12 candidates backed by the Bench, a Democratic group helping in difficult districts.
Hegseth has fired many senior military officers, including Lacore, as part of removing those seen as opposing the Trump administration or not fitting his vision.
Under Hegseth, the military ended diversity and inclusion programs and removed several minority and female officers from promotion lists.
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Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft, is scheduled to speak privately with the House Oversight Committee. Lawmakers want to ask him about his connections to Jeffrey Epstein, who was convicted of sex offenses.
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Bill Gates will meet with the House Oversight Committee members.
The meeting will be a closed-door interview, meaning it is not open to the public or press.
The focus of the interview is Gates’ relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
Jeffrey Epstein was legally convicted of sex crimes.
The House Oversight Committee is a group in the U.S. government that investigates important matters.
Bill Gates helped create Microsoft, a major technology company.
The questioning is part of a government review of Epstein’s connections and influence.
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Two men were jailed in the UK for endangering lives during small boat journeys across the English Channel. They are the first to be sentenced under a new law that makes it a crime to risk others' lives during sea crossings from Europe to the UK.
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Mohammad Tajik, 32, from Afghanistan, and Alnour Ali, 26, from Sudan, were sentenced to two years and 27 months in prison.
The new law began in January 2025 and aims to stop dangerous small boat crossings from France, Belgium, or the Netherlands to the UK.
Tajik abandoned an overcrowded dinghy during a rescue in poor weather; some passengers lacked lifejackets.
Ali was linked to a sea crossing where four people died but was not held responsible for their deaths.
The judge noted the boats were overcrowded, unsafe, and posed high risks to passengers.
Those sentenced face automatic deportation reviews by the UK Home Office since their prison terms exceed one year.
The National Crime Agency said they will work internationally to stop those organizing risky crossings.
The maximum penalty under the new law is five years in prison, or six years if breaching a deportation order.
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President Donald Trump signed the Secure America Act, a bill that provides funding for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol until 2029. The bill, costing nearly $70 billion, was passed by the House Republicans and approved by the Senate before the President’s signature.
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The Secure America Act funds ICE and Border Patrol through the year 2029.
The bill was passed by House Republicans on Tuesday.
The Senate approved the funding package on the previous Friday.
The total cost of the bill is nearly $70 billion.
This legislation supports immigration enforcement efforts.
President Donald Trump signed the bill on Wednesday morning.
The bill is considered a significant achievement for President Trump’s administration.
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President Donald Trump criticized sports commentator Stephen A. Smith on social media, calling him an "arrogant fool" and saying he has a low IQ. This response came after Smith made comments that Trump did not agree with.
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President Trump posted his criticism on Truth Social, his social media platform.
He called Stephen A. Smith "arrogant" and "dumb as a rock."
Trump said Smith is unqualified to consider running for any position.
Stephen A. Smith is a sports commentator for ESPN.
The conflict started after Smith publicly criticized Trump.
Trump’s comments were directed during an ongoing personal dispute.
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President Donald Trump said that Iran's military has been completely defeated. This statement came amid recent attacks exchanged between the U.S. and Iran after an Apache helicopter was shot down near a key waterway, the Strait of Hormuz. Experts say such conflicting messages might show signs of frustration or desperation.
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President Trump claimed Iran's military is completely defeated.
The U.S. and Iran recently exchanged attacks after an Apache helicopter was downed.
The incident happened near the Strait of Hormuz, an important shipping route.
Experts say the mixed messages from the Trump administration could indicate desperation.
National security contributor Joseph Zacks shared insights on Iran's military power and U.S. strategy.
CBS News reported on the situation with contributions from Olivia Rinaldi and Joseph Zacks.
The Trump administration continues to communicate strongly about Iran's threats and military actions.
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A woman named Courtney shared her pregnancy news with her best friend, Lydia Arina Barron, who died suddenly six months later from complications of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Courtney recalls their close friendship and hopes to raise awareness about this rare genetic disorder.
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Courtney, 28, gave birth to a son six months ago.
Her best friend Lydia Arina Barron died on February 27 due to complications from Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is a group of rare disorders affecting connective tissues like skin, bones, and blood vessels.
Courtney and Barron met online in 2021 and developed a strong friendship, often supporting each other through life changes.
Barron visited Courtney regularly and was a key support as Courtney became a first-time mom.
Barron’s death occurred just before her 25th birthday.
Courtney continues to remember Barron as a loving, kind person and wants to promote awareness of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.
Diagnosing rare diseases like Ehlers-Danlos often takes many years and multiple doctors.
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Many people around the world are forced to leave their homes because of climate disasters like floods and storms. However, U.S. law does not recognize climate-related reasons as valid grounds for asylum, and President Donald Trump's immigration policies have made it harder for these climate refugees to enter the country.
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Climate disasters such as storms, floods, and droughts are causing millions of people to leave their homes globally.
U.S. and international laws do not consider climate-related displacement a valid reason to seek asylum.
President Donald Trump has tightened immigration rules, making it more difficult for climate refugees to enter the U.S.
Hurricane Mitch in 1998 caused severe destruction in Honduras, forcing families to seek safety in the U.S.
People displaced by climate change often face additional problems like conflict and violence in their home countries.
A doctor from Sudan, affected by drought and civil war, faces possible deportation due to Trump’s bans on entry from certain countries.
Rising global temperatures worsen droughts, which have displaced 250 million people worldwide in the last ten years, according to the United Nations.
Some migrants in the U.S. have built lives there but face uncertainty due to strict new immigration policies.
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President Donald Trump's immigration policies restrict people from many countries that face severe climate-related disasters like storms, droughts, and floods. These policies come as the administration continues to support fossil fuel use, which worsens climate change and forces more people to leave their homes.
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The Trump administration has restricted entry into the US from 39 countries, 22 of which are among the most vulnerable to climate impacts.
Countries like Chad, Niger, Sudan, Somalia, and Sierra Leone, all highly vulnerable to climate disasters, are fully banned from the US.
Honduras, heavily affected by climate events such as hurricanes and droughts, is also on the restricted list.
Many people from these countries flee to the US due to extreme weather disasters made worse by climate change.
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for people from 13 vulnerable countries, including Honduras, is being challenged or ended by the administration.
The US Supreme Court is reviewing appeals against the ending of TPS for people from Syria and Haiti, countries also affected by environmental disasters.
President Trump says the bans help stop terrorists and improve security, but the bans limit options for climate refugees to seek protection.
The United Nations warns of increasing climate disasters causing displacement in these banned countries.
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Prediction markets allow people to bet on the outcomes of events, including political or moral issues in the United States. The article discusses how these markets reflect certain trends in American society.
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Prediction markets are platforms where people bet money on future events to predict outcomes.
These markets cover a wide range of topics, including politics and social issues.
President Donald Trump and his family have experience in the gambling business.
Such markets can show public opinions or expectations about moral and political developments.
The article suggests these markets turn serious social issues into betting opportunities.
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Angela Prichard, a woman in Bellevue, Iowa, was shot and killed at her workplace on October 8, 2022. During a 911 call just before her death, she named her estranged husband, Chris Prichard, as the person attacking her, which became a key piece of evidence for investigators.
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Angela Prichard was killed at the Mississippi Ridge Boarding Kennels, where she worked.
The town of Bellevue, Iowa, has about 2,500 people and had not had a murder in nearly ten years.
Police and state investigators worked together on the case due to the seriousness of the crime.
Angela made a 911 call during the attack, naming Chris Prichard as the attacker before a gunshot was heard.
Chris Prichard, Angela's estranged husband, was a person of interest and had been accused by Angela’s family.
Investigators found a blood trail leading from the crime scene, helping them track the suspect.
Angela had been trying to leave Chris and feared for her life in the months before the murder.
The investigation included special agents from Iowa’s Department of Criminal Investigation and local police officers.
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President Trump warned Iran that it will face consequences for attacks on U.S. allies Kuwait and Bahrain. Meanwhile, inflation is rising due to high gas prices remaining above $4 per gallon.
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President Trump issued a warning to Iran about attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain.
He said Iran delayed negotiating a deal that would have been beneficial for them.
Gas prices in the U.S. are staying above $4 per gallon.
Rising gas prices are contributing to higher inflation.
President Trump shared his message on the social media platform Truth Social.
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Inflation in the United States rose to 4.2% in May, the highest level in three years. Rising energy prices, mostly due to disruptions from the Iran war, were the main reason for the increase.
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The Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by 4.2% annually in May, up from 3.8% in April.
Inflation was 2.4% in January before rising sharply over the next few months.
The Iran war caused problems in global energy supplies, especially by closing the Strait of Hormuz.
Energy prices made up over 60% of the monthly rise in the CPI.
Gasoline prices were 40.5% higher than a year earlier.
Core inflation, which excludes food and energy, went up 2.9% annually in May.
Slight drops in fuel prices seen in June are not included in these May inflation numbers.
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Leslie Stahl, a longtime correspondent for the TV news program "60 Minutes," said she will stay with the show despite big changes in how it is run. Stahl said she was told that "60 Minutes" will keep its independence, meaning it will make its own decisions about what news to report without outside control.
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Leslie Stahl is a veteran reporter for "60 Minutes."
She recently announced she plans to continue working on the show.
The show is going through major editorial changes.
Stahl said the show's leadership promised it will remain editorially independent.
Editorial independence means the program can decide its news content without outside influence.
Stahl celebrated with a champagne toast in the "60 Minutes" newsroom.
"60 Minutes" is owned by a corporate company that is making these changes.
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A Texas jury found 19-year-old Karmelo Anthony guilty of murder for stabbing and killing another high school athlete at a track meet. He was sentenced to 35 years in prison.
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The incident occurred at a high school track meet in Texas.
Karmelo Anthony, aged 19, was accused of fatally stabbing a fellow athlete.
A jury found Anthony guilty of murder.
He received a sentence of 35 years in prison.
The victim was a high school student participating in the track event.
The case was reported and covered by CBS News.
The stabbing happened during or around the time of the school sports event.
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US inflation reached 4.2% in May, the highest rate in three years, mainly due to higher energy costs. This increase may lead the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates to slow down spending.
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Inflation rose from 3.8% in April to 4.2% in May.
The increase was driven mostly by rising energy prices.
Energy bills, including gas and electricity, were about 25% higher than the previous year.
Gasoline prices rose sharply to an average of $4.15 per gallon in May from $2.98 in late February.
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) measures how much prices increase compared to the previous year.
The Federal Reserve aims to keep inflation around 2%.
The US and Israel’s conflict with Iran has affected inflation trends.
This inflation level is the highest since April 2023, when the US was dealing with energy-related problems linked to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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