The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) removed two reported measles deaths in Pennsylvania from its latest national data, questioning if measles caused the deaths. The move comes amid a dispute involving anti-vaccine activist Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Pennsylvania officials, with limited information released about the deaths.
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Pennsylvania health officials initially reported two measles deaths, a newborn and a child, both unvaccinated.
The CDC’s new director, Erica Schwartz, decided not to include these deaths in national measles data, citing unclear cause of death.
The CDC website changed measles death numbers multiple times before removing the two deaths and adding a note about uncertain cause.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. publicly questioned the validity of the reported deaths and spread measles misinformation on social media.
The deaths occurred during a measles outbreak in Lancaster County, where the families involved live, notably in Amish communities.
A coroner suggested that the newborn’s death was due to a ruptured spleen, not directly caused by measles, but medical experts noted the baby was infected.
The baby’s mother was severely ill with measles at birth, and the baby was born with a pulse but died shortly after birth.
Officials have been criticized for not sharing enough details, which has allowed misinformation to spread.
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The U.S. Trade Representative, Jamieson Greer, said that trade talks with Canada are not happening right now because recent negotiations failed. New tariffs from President Donald Trump’s administration on Canadian goods have started, and the U.S. sees the situation as an urgent problem mainly for Canada.
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Trade talks between the U.S. and Canada stopped last month.
New tariffs on Canadian products have begun under President Trump’s administration.
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said there are no current negotiations with Canada.
Greer described the trade issue as more of an emergency for Canada than for the U.S.
The information was reported by Politico on a Tuesday.
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Senator Mike Rounds expressed disappointment about the resignation of Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll. He is also concerned about many changes happening among top military leaders under Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.
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Sen. Mike Rounds represents South Dakota and is a senior Republican on the Senate Armed Services Committee.
Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll resigned recently.
Senator Rounds said Driscoll was a reliable and solid leader.
There is a wider pattern of turnover in senior military officers under Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.
Senator Rounds feels this turnover may be problematic.
Pete Hegseth is the current Secretary of Defense.
The resignation and leadership changes are taking place during President Donald Trump’s administration.
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Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested about 2,100 people in a special operation in New York over the past month. He described those arrested as criminals and criticized New York's governor and mayor for not cooperating with ICE.
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ICE carried out a targeted arrest operation in New York over the last month.
About 2,100 people were arrested during this operation.
Secretary Mullin called the arrested individuals criminals.
Mullin criticized New York's governor and mayor for not working with ICE.
ICE has increased its operations across the country this summer.
Recent data shows ICE is arresting more people without criminal records.
This news conference took place in New York.
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Congress passed a short-term funding bill to keep the government running until December 11, avoiding a shutdown before the November midterm elections. The House and Senate agreed on the bill after negotiations, but longer-term funding talks remain stalled.
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The House passed the funding bill with a vote of 370 to 48.
The Senate approved the bill in early August before its recess.
The bill extends government funding until December 11, beyond the midterm elections.
Without this bill, a government shutdown would have started on September 30.
The House Appropriations Committee has completed all 12 annual funding bills, but none have passed the Senate.
House Majority Leader Steve Scalise said the goal is to fund the government properly for now.
Senate delays, blamed on Democrats, have prevented full-year funding bills from advancing.
The bill includes provisions addressing Border Patrol funding and restrictions on federal grant cancellations.
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The House of Representatives passed a short-term government funding bill to prevent a shutdown before the midterm elections. This bill, called a continuing resolution, funds the government until December 11 and now awaits President Trump’s approval.
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The House voted 370 to 48 to approve the funding extension.
The bill prevents a government shutdown just before the midterm elections.
The continuing resolution funds government operations through December 11.
Some members of both parties voted against the bill (19 Republicans and 29 Democrats).
The bill now goes to President Trump to be signed into law.
A government shutdown would stop many federal programs and services.
This extension is a temporary measure until a longer budget deal can be made.
Passing the bill reduces political risks related to election timing.
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Tony Romo, former NFL quarterback and CBS NFL analyst, pleaded no contest to operating while intoxicated after his July arrest in Wisconsin. He received a six-month driving ban and must use an interlock device on his vehicles; he also apologized publicly and is working on his health.
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Tony Romo was arrested on July 23 for operating while intoxicated in Wisconsin.
He pleaded no contest to the charge and lost his driving privileges for six months.
Romo must install a device that prevents driving under the influence on any vehicle he owns or operates for at least one year after getting his license back.
He must complete an alcohol assessment program and pay a fine of $834.
CBS placed Romo on leave from his lead NFL analyst job after the arrest.
Romo said his multiple back surgeries caused chronic pain, which led to dependence on pain medication and alcohol misuse.
He accepts responsibility for his actions and is working with doctors to improve his health.
Romo thanked his family, friends, and the NFL community for support and asked for privacy as he focuses on recovery.
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A Utah judge will decide if there is enough evidence to put Tyler Robinson on trial for the aggravated murder of Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist who was killed last September at Utah Valley University. Robinson turned himself in and faces charges that could lead to the death penalty or lesser murder charges.
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Tyler Robinson is accused of killing Charlie Kirk at an open-air event on a college campus in September.
Prosecutors say they have strong evidence, including DNA linking Robinson to the rifle used in the shooting.
The judge will decide whether Robinson will face trial for aggravated murder, which could mean the death penalty.
Robinson’s lawyers argue there is not enough proof for political motivation or the death penalty.
Prosecutors say a bullet cartridge was engraved with a political message targeting Kirk.
Robinson turned himself in one day after the shooting but has not entered a plea yet.
Kirk was a co-founder of Turning Point USA and helped support President Donald Trump’s reelection.
The outcome of the hearing could result in trial for aggravated murder, murder, or dismissal of charges.
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A woman working for Bank of America was killed in a random stabbing attack in Times Square, New York. The attacker stabbed two people before police shot and killed her shortly afterward.
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The woman who died was Erin Piacenti, 32, an employee of Bank of America.
The attack happened in Times Square, near Bank of America's office building.
A 68-year-old man was also stabbed and hospitalized; his condition is unknown.
The attacker, Pamela Cisneros, 49, was shot and killed by police after the stabbing.
Cisneros carried two large knives and refused to drop them despite police orders.
Police used a stun gun on Cisneros before shooting her when she advanced toward officers.
Cisneros had past mental health-related police encounters but no arrest record in New York City.
The incident took place in a heavily policed area, near a police station and the New Year’s Eve ball drop site.
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A judge in Utah will decide if Tyler Robinson will face trial for the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The decision is expected on Tuesday.
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Tyler Robinson is accused of killing Charlie Kirk.
Charlie Kirk is known as a conservative activist.
The case is being heard in Utah.
A judge will decide if Robinson will go to trial.
The decision is scheduled for Tuesday.
CBS News reporter Carter Evans is covering the story.
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The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) removed two measles-related deaths reported by Pennsylvania from its national count, saying it is unclear if measles caused the deaths. This change comes amid the highest number of measles cases in 35 years and controversy over President Trump’s vaccine and public health policies.
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The CDC removed two measles-associated deaths reported by Pennsylvania from the national tally.
The agency said it is unclear if measles caused or contributed to these deaths.
Pennsylvania had reported two unvaccinated residents died from “measles-associated” cases, the first in 35 years.
The state confirmed it provided all information to the CDC and investigated the cases thoroughly.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., now Health and Human Services Secretary, questioned the validity of the reported deaths and vaccine policies.
President Trump signed an order to reduce childhood vaccinations and split the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine into three doses.
Medical groups warn splitting the MMR vaccine could increase the number of unvaccinated children.
The controversy highlights tensions between federal and state health officials during a measles outbreak.
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Police in Sheffield are investigating after a newborn baby girl was found dead from stab wounds. Five people remain in custody on suspicion of murder, while two others have been released on bail as the inquiry continues.
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The baby was found early Sunday morning in Holywell Heights, Sheffield.
She was declared dead at the scene due to stab wounds.
Seven people were initially arrested; five remain held, and two have been bailed.
Police described the investigation as fast-moving and serious.
Authorities asked the public to avoid speculation and to support the investigation.
Specialist officers are still searching the area linked to the case.
Police urge anyone with information to contact them or the charity Crimestoppers.
The incident number for reporting information is 993 on 30 August 2026.
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The CDC is not including two measles deaths reported by Pennsylvania in its official weekly death count. This is different from how the CDC usually accepts states' reported data without question.
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Pennsylvania reported two deaths caused by measles.
The CDC is disputing these two deaths and leaving them out of its official numbers.
Normally, the CDC includes death reports from states without much challenge.
This disagreement is unusual and shows a new approach by the CDC.
The issue raises questions about how measles deaths are counted and classified.
The measles death count affects public health records and responses.
The CDC's decision may influence how states report health data in the future.
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The jury in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy told the judge they cannot agree on a verdict after four days of talking. The trial is still ongoing as the jury works through their decision.
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Lindsay Clancy is on trial for murder.
The jury has been discussing the case for four days.
The jury told the judge they are deadlocked, meaning they cannot reach a unanimous decision.
The judge was informed about the jury’s situation on a Tuesday.
News reporters Shanelle Kaul and Rebecca Roiphe are covering the trial.
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The jury in Lindsay Clancy’s trial said they cannot agree on a verdict after more than 17 hours of discussion over four days. The judge told them to keep talking because there is no time limit on how long juries can deliberate in Massachusetts.
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Lindsay Clancy is on trial for the deaths of her three children in January 2023.
Her defense says she had postpartum psychosis, a severe mental illness after childbirth.
Prosecutors say she intentionally killed her children.
The trial lasted about six weeks, with over 80 witnesses and 300 pieces of evidence.
After four days and 17+ hours of talking, the jury cannot agree on a decision.
Massachusetts law does not limit how long a jury can debate before deciding.
The judge encouraged the jury to continue deliberating instead of ending the trial.
If the jury cannot reach a unanimous decision, the trial could end in a mistrial, possibly leading to a new trial.
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Hunter Biden said Vice President Kamala Harris was not completely loyal to President Joe Biden. He shared his views during an interview about his father’s presidency, the Israel-Hamas conflict, and Harris's role as vice president.
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Hunter Biden spoke in an interview with Mehdi Hasan, editor of Zeteo.
He said Vice President Kamala Harris was not “loyal to a fault” to President Joe Biden.
The interview took place in Los Angeles.
They discussed Joe Biden’s presidency and leadership.
Hunter Biden also talked about the Israel-Hamas war during the interview.
The conversation covered Harris’s role as vice president.
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Keir Starmer, the MP and former prime minister, has decided to step down from his north London parliamentary seat to focus on international work. His departure has led to mixed reactions from local residents and will cause a byelection to fill his seat.
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Keir Starmer lives in a north London area known for pubs and old houses.
Many local people have different opinions about Starmer leaving his MP role; some are happy while others are sad.
Starmer announced his plan to leave after stepping down as prime minister in June.
He wants to work on world affairs and pass his seat to a new MP.
Starmer was known to visit a local pub he called his “church.”
The byelection to replace him might include candidates like Zack Polanski from the Green party.
Some residents criticized Starmer for his political decisions, including his stance on Palestine.
Former prime ministers like Rishi Sunak and Theresa May stayed on as MPs after losing elections, unlike Starmer.
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The article says that President Donald Trump's threats during his second term have lost their impact. It suggests his threats lack careful control and are no longer taken seriously by both friends and enemies.
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President Donald Trump is serving his second term.
He has made threats to both allies and rivals during this time.
These threats are seen as less effective than before.
The reduction in impact is linked to a lack of careful management or restraint.
The article is an opinion piece by Joslin Joseph.
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Jurors in the trial of Lindsay Clancy are unable to reach a decision after three days of discussion, but the judge has asked them to continue deliberating. Clancy is charged with killing her three children in 2023, and her defense says she suffered from postpartum psychosis at the time.
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Lindsay Clancy is on trial for the murder of her three children in Massachusetts in 2023.
She faces three counts of first-degree murder, which means the killing was intentional and planned.
Clancy’s lawyer says she had postpartum psychosis, a mental illness after childbirth, and could not tell right from wrong.
The jury has 12 members: nine women and three men.
After weeks of testimony, jurors started deliberations last week but are now deadlocked.
The judge has asked the jury to keep trying to reach a verdict.
Judges can give a special instruction to encourage jurors to consider other views and try to agree; this is called a “dynamite” instruction in Massachusetts.
If found guilty, Clancy faces life in prison without parole.
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A Michigan mom named Emily Wheeler felt unwell the day after giving birth and called 911. Doctors found dangerous blood clots in her lungs, called a pulmonary embolism, and treated her with blood thinners. She recovered and now advises other moms to get checked if something feels wrong after childbirth.
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Emily Wheeler felt a heavy sensation in her legs and a strong feeling that something was wrong one day after childbirth.
Though her blood pressure was normal, she called 911 due to her worrying symptoms.
Paramedics found her heart rate high and took her to the emergency room for tests.
A blood test showed elevated D-dimer levels, which led doctors to do a CT scan.
The scan revealed blood clots in her lungs, diagnosing a pulmonary embolism.
She was treated with IV blood thinners and stayed in the hospital for three days.
Emily’s future pregnancies will be high risk, requiring preventive medication.
She encourages other new mothers to seek medical help if they feel unwell after delivery.
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