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The CBS News program "48 Hours" will air a report called "Dead Girls Don't Talk" on June 20. It covers a man charged with murdering two women by poisoning and includes stories from survivors speaking out for the victims.
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A man is charged with poisoning two women, leading to murder charges.
The man reportedly told a friend the phrase "dead girls don't talk."
Survivors of related incidents share their experiences in the report.
The story will be shown on CBS and streamed on Paramount+.
The program airs on June 20 at 10 pm Eastern time, after the WNBA broadcast on CBS.
The report is by CBS News contributor Jonathan Vigliotti.
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President Donald Trump supports a joint G7 statement welcoming his proposed peace deal with Iran, which calls for further talks about Iran’s ballistic missiles. The deal faces domestic criticism in the US and rejection from Iran, which demands Israel withdraw from Lebanon as part of any peace agreement.
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President Trump backs a G7 leaders' statement supporting his proposed peace deal with Iran.
The statement calls for more talks involving European leaders about Iran’s ballistic missile program.
Iran’s top diplomat says peace with the US requires Israel to leave Lebanon, a demand Israel rejects.
Some US Senate Republicans want more briefings and have unanswered questions about the deal.
Iran’s public shows frustration, feeling little has changed despite negotiations.
The US and Israeli strategic interests seem to be diverging due to the deal.
Europe has been excluded from US-Iran talks since Trump took office, causing concerns about US negotiation expertise.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces political challenges amid ongoing conflicts without clear victories.
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Authorities in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo are searching for a six-year-old Ebola patient and her mother after armed men took them from a hospital. Attacks on Ebola treatment centers have happened several times during the ongoing outbreak, which has caused nearly 200 deaths and over 800 cases.
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A six-year-old Ebola patient and her mother were taken from Wanamahika Hospital in Butembo by armed men with knives.
The attackers were described as "very angry"; it is unclear if they knew the child.
Ebola treatment centers in eastern Congo have been attacked multiple times during the current outbreak.
The outbreak involves a rare Ebola type called Bundibugyo, for which no vaccine currently exists.
The outbreak mainly affects the Ituri, South Kivu, and North Kivu provinces.
Local mistrust and fear cause some people to reject Ebola treatment, believing it to be fake or caused by outsiders.
The World Health Organization says conflict with armed groups like M23 is making it harder to stop the outbreak.
Handling of Ebola victims’ bodies is risky because the virus remains highly infectious after death.
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The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool recently turned green due to a fast-growing algae bloom. Workers are adding hydrogen peroxide to the water to clean the algae and restore the pool’s clarity after a recent renovation.
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The Reflecting Pool has about 6.5 million gallons of water.
A fast algae bloom appeared shortly after the pool’s renovation and reopening.
Hydrogen peroxide is being used to kill algae because it is milder than chlorine.
The chemical treatment is combined with filtration and ozone systems to clean the water.
Algae growth is common in shallow, slow water bodies like the Reflecting Pool, especially with sunlight and nutrients.
The rapid algae growth may be due to leftover algae in pipes and warm water conditions.
Treating algae in such a large pool is difficult and requires careful measurement of chemicals.
Experts say hydrogen peroxide also bleaches the algae, improving the pool’s appearance.
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A Nepalese Sherpa named Dawa Geljen Sherpa traveled over 4,500 miles to Teesside, UK, to thank children at Barley Fields Primary School for helping raise money after the 2015 Nepal earthquake. The school’s fundraising helped rebuild a damaged school in Nepal by supporting the construction of earthquake-resistant classrooms.
Key Facts
The 2015 earthquake in Nepal killed about 9,000 people and injured nearly 22,000.
Shree Garma School in Nepal was badly damaged by the quake.
Barley Fields Primary School in Teesside partnered with Shree Garma School to help rebuild classrooms.
Children at Barley Fields raised funds through bake sales and events.
Dawa Geljen Sherpa founded a charity called Classrooms in the Clouds - Nepal to build safer classrooms.
The charity also encourages girls to continue their education.
Shree Garma School serves about 500 children aged from nursery to 16 years.
Video messages are exchanged between children in Nepal and Teesside to share their experiences.
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The leader of South Africa's second biggest party, the Democratic Alliance (DA), has asked President Cyril Ramaphosa to remove John Steenhuisen, the party's former leader, from his role as agriculture minister. The request comes amid criticism of Steenhuisen’s response to a livestock disease outbreak and follows changes announced by the new DA leader, Geordin Hill-Lewis.
Key Facts
Geordin Hill-Lewis became the leader of the DA party in April, succeeding John Steenhuisen.
Hill-Lewis wants President Ramaphosa to sack Steenhuisen from his role as agriculture minister.
The change is believed to be linked to criticism over Steenhuisen’s handling of a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak that hurt South Africa’s livestock industry.
Steenhuisen faced criticism from farmers and a financial scandal, which influenced his decision not to run again as party leader.
Hill-Lewis proposes Willie Aucamp as the new agriculture minister with a focus on resolving legal issues related to the disease outbreak.
Other DA members are set for new government roles, including David Maynier as environment minister and Yusuf Cassim as deputy minister of higher education.
The DA holds six cabinet positions in President Ramaphosa’s government coalition after the 2024 general elections.
President Ramaphosa has not yet responded to the request to remove Steenhuisen.
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Around 75,000 people in Makerfield, near Manchester, are voting on June 18th to choose a new member of the UK parliament. This local election might influence whether the UK’s prime minister remains in power.
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Makerfield is a parliamentary constituency near Manchester in the UK.
Voting will take place on June 18th, 2026.
About 75,000 people are eligible to vote in this election.
The result could impact the leadership of the UK prime minister.
The election is seen as important for UK politics and may affect the national government.
The Labour Party and leader Keir Starmer are mentioned in relation to UK politics.
The story includes broader political context about the UK and related global news.
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Polish civilians are taking part in one-day army training sessions called "Always Ready" to prepare for a possible war with Russia. Poland spends nearly 5 percent of its economic output on defense and wants its people to know how to act in case of a conflict.
Key Facts
Poland faces repeated attacks from Russia using mixed methods like cyber and propaganda, called hybrid attacks.
The country spends about 5% of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) on defense.
Poland started a program called "Always Ready" to train civilians in army skills for one day.
The training aims to help people respond effectively if war breaks out.
Many Polish civilians have joined these training sessions near Warsaw.
The program has become very popular and successful among participants.
This effort is part of Poland’s broader strategy to strengthen its defense against threats from Russia.
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Israel has carried out several airstrikes in southern Lebanon despite ongoing peace talks between the U.S. and Iran. President Trump announced a deal with Iran and plans to lift the U.S. naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz once the agreement is signed, but there is confusion over the blockade’s status and concerns about shipping safety remain.
Key Facts
Israel conducted airstrikes on multiple locations in southern Lebanon this week.
Iran warns that Israeli troops staying in Lebanon would violate the upcoming U.S.-Iran agreement.
President Trump announced a U.S.-Iran deal and said the naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz would be removed after the deal's signing.
There is mixed messaging about whether the U.S. blockade is currently lifted or still in place.
Some Iranian oil tankers have crossed the blockade line since the announcement.
Shipping companies are cautious and want clear safety guarantees before resuming normal operations in the Strait of Hormuz.
Israeli officials have said their troops will remain in parts of southern Lebanon.
The U.S.-Iran agreement is scheduled to be signed soon to try to ease tensions in the region.
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In 2014, Heather Mack and her boyfriend were arrested in Bali after Heather's mother, Sheila von Wiese-Mack, was found dead in a suitcase. Years earlier, Sheila reported to police that Heather was abusive, leading to Heather’s first arrest in Illinois.
Key Facts
Heather Mack pleaded guilty to conspiring to murder her mother.
She is serving a 26-year federal prison sentence.
Sheila von Wiese-Mack was the victim found in a suitcase in Bali.
Before the murder, Sheila had reported Heather's physical abuse to police in Illinois.
Sgt. Rasul T. Freelain arrested Heather for the first time after Sheila agreed to cooperate.
The article describes the tense atmosphere inside the family home before the murder.
Sheila von Wiese-Mack was the widow of composer James L. Mack.
Heather showed defiant behavior during the police visit before the incident.
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President Donald Trump arrived late to a G7 summit meeting in France and joked that he is "the boss" to other world leaders. The G7 leaders expressed support for a peace deal led by Trump that aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and stop Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
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President Trump arrived late to a G7 meeting in Évian-les-Bains, France.
He joked to photographers about being "the boss" and invited them to stay for the meeting.
The press was allowed in briefly but then asked to leave the room.
G7 leaders support Trump's peace deal with Iran focused on the Strait of Hormuz.
The deal aims to prevent Iran from getting nuclear weapons.
A signing ceremony for the deal is planned for Friday.
The G7 leaders praised Trump’s leadership in reaching this agreement.
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Iran and the United States have reached a tentative agreement to end their conflict, which includes Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz and being allowed to sell its oil without limits. The deal would provide Iran at least $300 billion for rebuilding and lift sanctions if a final agreement on Iran’s nuclear program is reached.
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Iran will immediately reopen the Strait of Hormuz once the deal is signed.
Iran can sell its oil freely without restrictions as part of the agreement.
The U.S. will secure at least $300 billion to help rebuild Iran after the war.
All American and United Nations sanctions on Iran will end if a final nuclear deal is reached.
The deal plans to stop fighting in Lebanon between Israel and the Iranian-backed Hezbollah militia.
This new agreement goes beyond the terms of the 2015 nuclear deal, which President Trump withdrew from.
The agreement faces likely criticism in Washington and is seen as a setback for Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.
Both sides will start 60 days of talks to finalize a deal that will prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
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A real estate event in London advertised land for sale in Israeli settlements located in East Jerusalem and the West Bank, areas considered illegal under international law. Despite earlier denials by the event organizers, pamphlets showed projects in these disputed territories, leading to political and public concern and calls for government action.
Key Facts
The London event promoted real estate projects in Israeli settlements such as Ma’ale Adumim, Givat Ze’ev, and Gush Etzion, all in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem.
More than 100 UK lawmakers and civil society groups urged the event’s cancellation due to the illegal nature of the settlements under international law.
The London Mayor, Sadiq Khan, contacted police about possible criminal investigations into the illegal property sales.
Organizers initially denied that properties in illegal settlements were advertised but later apologized for errors in event brochures.
The UK government considers these Israeli settlements illegal and is reviewing the advertising for compliance with UK law.
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) is investigating claims of unlawful promotion of properties in these territories.
The event was part of a series held internationally, including stops in Toronto and New York.
References to disputed areas were removed from future event materials after public and parliamentary complaints.
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Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, aged 52, has had a successful lung transplant in Oslo due to a serious lung disease called pulmonary fibrosis. She will stay in the hospital for several weeks to recover, and her husband, Prince Haakon, will support her during this time.
Key Facts
Crown Princess Mette-Marit was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis in 2018, a disease that makes it hard to breathe.
Recently, her lung condition became worse, leading to the need for a transplant.
The lung transplant surgery was successful and done in Oslo.
She will remain in the hospital for observation for several weeks, which is normal for lung transplant patients.
Patients who get lung transplants must take medicines that weaken the immune system to prevent organ rejection.
About 1 in 8 people do not survive the first year after a lung transplant, and about half live more than ten years.
Her son, Marius Borg Høiby, was recently sentenced to prison on serious charges and is not a royal.
Earlier this year, Mette-Marit had to reduce public duties because of her worsening illness.
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Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, was sentenced to four years in prison. He was found guilty of trying to pressure U.S. officials to impose economic sanctions on Brazil to affect his father’s Supreme Court trial.
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Eduardo Bolsonaro is the third son of Jair Bolsonaro, Brazil’s former president.
Eduardo was sentenced by Brazil’s Supreme Court to four years in prison.
He pressured U.S. officials to impose economic sanctions on Brazil.
The goal was to influence Jair Bolsonaro’s trial in Brazil’s Supreme Court.
Jair Bolsonaro is currently serving a 27-year prison sentence for a failed coup attempt in 2022.
The case involves political and legal tensions connected to Brazil’s leadership and judiciary.
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The Pont Neuf Cavern, an art installation by French artist JR, is now open to visitors in Paris. It transforms the city's oldest bridge into an artificial cave using printed fabric and air, with sounds by Thomas Bangalter adding to the experience.
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The installation is called the Pont Neuf Cavern and is located on Paris' oldest bridge.
JR is a French street artist often compared to Banksy.
The artwork uses printed fabric and air to create the cave-like structure.
Visitors experience the installation through sights, sounds, and smells.
Thomas Bangalter, formerly part of the music duo Daft Punk, created a soundscape featuring rumbles, echoes, and pulses.
The Pont Neuf Cavern opened to the public on June 16, 2026.
The installation offers a mix of visual art and immersive sensory elements.
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The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is growing rapidly, with many people who have been near infected patients not being tracked. Health officials warn this outbreak could become the largest ever, worse than the 2014-2016 epidemic in West Africa that caused over 11,000 deaths.
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The outbreak is happening in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo).
Tens of thousands of people who may have been exposed to Ebola are not being monitored.
Health workers and officials are concerned about the worsening situation.
This outbreak could surpass the 2014-2016 Ebola epidemic in Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone.
The 2014-2016 outbreak killed over 11,000 people.
The head of Africa's Centre for Disease Control and Prevention made this warning on June 16, 2026.
Tracking contacts of Ebola patients is important to stop the spread of the disease.
Efforts to control misinformation and improve healthcare response are ongoing.
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Israel carried out new air strikes in southern Lebanon targeting areas linked to the armed group Hezbollah. US President Donald Trump criticized Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu for these attacks and urged him to act more responsibly toward Lebanon. Meanwhile, a new US-Iran agreement related to the region is near completion but has not been published.
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Israeli jets attacked the Nabatieh al-Fawqa area and near Kfar Tebnit in southern Lebanon.
Israel says it targets Hezbollah, a group backed by Iran.
President Trump criticized Netanyahu for the attacks and said Israel has fought Hezbollah for too long.
A US-Iran deal, which includes terms about Lebanon, is expected to be signed soon.
Iran warns it will see any Israeli attacks on Lebanon as violations of the US-Iran agreement.
Trump claims the new deal will prevent Iran from gaining nuclear weapons and reopen a key Gulf waterway.
Netanyahu stated Israeli forces will stay in Lebanon "as long as necessary."
The deal is expected to be signed in Switzerland, and Trump plans to publicly read its details.
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The ocean has absorbed over 90% of the extra heat caused by human activities, helping to slow down climate change’s effects on land. However, marine heatwaves are now much more frequent and severe, damaging marine life and ecosystems. This warming is a sign that the Earth’s energy balance is disrupted, causing many climate problems like rising sea levels and extreme weather.
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Marine heatwaves in 2025 were more than three times as many as in the early 1990s.
These heatwaves harm coral reefs, kelp forests, fishing areas, and marine ecosystems.
The ocean absorbs over 90% of the heat trapped by greenhouse gases from human activity.
Earth’s energy imbalance means more energy is coming in from the sun than is leaving the planet, causing warming.
Greenhouse gas emissions and feedback effects, like melting ice and darker oceans absorbing heat, increase global warming.
The average global temperature is about 1.37°C higher than before the Industrial Revolution.
Sea levels have risen 23 cm since 1901, increasing risks of floods in coastal areas.
Tracking climate change relies on science and data collection, which is now becoming harder.
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G7 leaders met on June 16 in France and agreed to increase pressure on Russia to stop the war in Ukraine. President Donald Trump suggested that Russia should "make a deal" and indicated the U.S. might reapply some sanctions it had previously paused.
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The G7 summit took place in Evian, France, on June 16, 2026.
G7 countries aim to intensify actions to end the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, which has lasted over four years.
President Donald Trump spoke about the need for Russia to negotiate a settlement.
Trump hinted that the United States could reinstate some sanctions on Russia that had been lifted before.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky joined the summit to seek support amid the ongoing war.
There is hope that after a potential U.S.-Iran deal, the U.S. will focus more on resolving the Ukraine conflict.
The war in Ukraine is considered Europe’s largest armed conflict since World War II.
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