Brazil’s government has ordered Discord to stop its livestreaming features after a 13-year-old girl died by suicide during a livestream where she was encouraged to harm herself. The Brazilian data protection agency required Discord to suspend these features until it improves safety measures for minors.
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Brazil’s National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) gave Discord three days to suspend its livestreaming features like “Go Live.”
Discord as a whole is not blocked, only the livestream and similar video functions.
The order followed the death of a 13-year-old girl encouraged to commit suicide during a 45-minute Discord livestream.
Five teenagers have been arrested in connection with the girl’s death.
Police saved another girl who was about to commit suicide live on the internet.
Brazilian officials said Discord failed to protect minors from harmful content promoting violence and self-harm.
Discord cannot monitor livestream content in real-time due to the way its streaming system works.
Brazil has recently taken stronger actions against tech companies, including temporarily blocking Elon Musk’s platform X.
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A total solar eclipse was seen over northern Spain on Wednesday evening. The Moon moved in front of the Sun, blocking its light completely for a short time.
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The eclipse was a total solar eclipse, meaning the Moon fully covered the Sun.
It occurred in northern Spain on a Wednesday evening.
The event was captured on video by Valentin Cacheux.
A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes directly between the Earth and the Sun.
During a total eclipse, the sky becomes dark as if it were night for a few minutes.
Such eclipses help scientists learn more about the Sun and the Moon.
The article also mentions related scientific news, such as space missions and studies.
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Over 25 countries, including the U.K., France, and Canada, have spoken out against Iran’s execution of protesters. They accuse Iran of using the death penalty to stop people from speaking out against the government.
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More than 25 countries joined in condemning Iran’s executions.
The countries include the United Kingdom, France, and Canada.
Iran has executed people who protested against its government.
The countries say Iran uses the death penalty to silence critics.
This statement was made on a Wednesday.
The criticism focuses on Iran’s human rights actions.
The protests were against the Iranian government.
The group’s statement was a joint condemnation of Iran’s actions.
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Europe experienced its first total solar eclipse in 27 years on Wednesday. People in Mallorca, Spain, watched the sky darken as the moon fully covered the sun.
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A total solar eclipse happened in Europe on Wednesday.
This was the first total solar eclipse visible in Europe in 27 years.
The eclipse was fully visible in Mallorca, Spain.
During a total solar eclipse, the moon completely blocks the sun’s light.
Witnesses described the event as an amazing experience.
CBS News reporter Rob Marciano was present in Mallorca to cover the event.
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Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi says the US-led coalition will fully withdraw its troops from Iraq by September 30, 2024. This will end the military mission against ISIS and mark the first day without any foreign military presence in Iraq.
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The US-led coalition started its military mission in Iraq in 2003 after the invasion to remove Saddam Hussein.
The current withdrawal deadline for coalition forces is September 30, 2024, and this date is final.
After the withdrawal, Iraq will have no foreign military forces on its soil starting October 1, 2024.
Iraq wants all weapons to be controlled only by the Iraqi government as part of moving toward growth and stability.
The US and Iraq agree to focus future relations on economic and security cooperation based on respect for Iraq’s independence.
US troops mostly left Iraqi bases last year but continue to stay in the Kurdish region in northern Iraq.
Attacks on US bases increased after the US and Israel began conflict with Iran in February 2024.
US troops returned to Iraq in 2014 when ISIS gained control of large areas; coalition operations ended in 2021 after ISIS was defeated.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will speak at the Americas Counter Cartel Coalition Forum in Panama. The forum is a group led by the U.S. that aims to work with other countries to fight drug cartels and criminal groups in Central and South America.
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Pete Hegseth is the U.S. Defense Secretary.
He will give a speech at the Americas Counter Cartel Coalition (A3C) Forum.
The A3C Forum is a multinational group led by the United States.
Its goal is to coordinate security and military actions against drug cartels.
The focus is on criminal organizations in Central and South America.
Hegseth visited Panama last year during President Trump’s administration.
The coalition seeks to improve cooperation between countries to fight transnational crime.
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Thousands of families in Somalia have lost their animals and farms because of a long drought. Aid restrictions have made the situation worse, forcing many people in Baidoa to leave their homes and look for help at relief centers.
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Somalia is experiencing a drought that has lasted for several years.
Many families have lost their livestock and farms due to the drought.
The community in Baidoa faces increased hardship because aid has been limited.
Large numbers of people have been displaced, meaning they had to leave their homes.
These displaced people are seeking help from humanitarian relief sites.
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Toy Story 5 was a big hit in theaters and will be released on digital platforms on August 18 and on 4K UHD/Blu-ray on September 22. The home release will include deleted scenes, behind-the-scenes videos, a gag reel, and a music video by Taylor Swift.
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Toy Story 5 succeeded in theaters worldwide and received good reviews.
The digital release date is August 18, and the physical 4K UHD/Blu-ray release is September 22.
Bonus features include deleted scenes, a making-of video, and a gag reel.
One deleted scene shows Buzz Lightyear watching people on a camping trip.
Taylor Swift’s music video for “I Knew It, I Knew You” will be part of the digital release.
A limited edition 4K SteelBook version will be available featuring special packaging.
Toy Story 5 is expected to compete for multiple awards, including Best Original Song and possibly Best Picture.
The release timing aligns with awards season.
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People in Spain, including on the island of Mallorca, watched a solar eclipse. During the eclipse's total phase, when the sun was completely covered by the moon, there were cheers and excitement.
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The event was a solar eclipse visible in Spain.
The island of Mallorca was one of the viewing locations.
The moment of totality means the sun was fully covered by the moon.
People reacted with cheers during this moment.
The report was covered by CBS News correspondent Rob Marciano.
The event took place on a Wednesday.
A solar eclipse occurs when the moon moves between the Earth and the sun.
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Richard Haass, a former U.S. diplomat, said that no single country controls the Strait of Hormuz. This statement disagrees with President Donald Trump’s claim that the United States has full control over this important waterway.
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Richard Haass is a former U.S. diplomat.
Haass was speaking on the show "Morning Joe."
He said no country has total control over the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is an important waterway for global oil shipping.
President Donald Trump claimed the U.S. has total control of the Strait.
Haass’s view contradicts President Trump’s statement.
The Strait of Hormuz is located between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.
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The former governor of Guerrero state in Mexico, Ángel Aguirre, has been formally charged with forced disappearance and obstruction of justice in connection with the 2014 disappearance of 43 students. He was arrested for allegedly ordering the destruction of surveillance videos related to the attack on the students, and he will remain in prison while awaiting trial.
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Ángel Aguirre was the governor of Guerrero state when 43 students disappeared in September 2014.
The students were from the Ayotzinapa teacher training college and were attacked in the city of Iguala.
Local police and a criminal gang carried out the attack; federal police and military forces were reportedly involved or failed to intervene.
Aguirre is accused of destroying surveillance videos that might have shown what happened to the students.
A judge found there was enough evidence to charge Aguirre with forced disappearance and obstruction of justice.
Only the remains of three students have been identified; the fate of the other 40 remains unknown.
The previous government tried to blame only local gangs and police, suppressing the truth with false confessions and manipulated evidence.
Mexico’s current president, Claudia Sheinbaum, has vowed to find the truth and ensure those responsible are punished.
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A total solar eclipse occurred on August 12, 2026, visible along a narrow path crossing Greenland, Iceland, parts of Europe, and northern Russia. People in many parts of the United States saw a partial eclipse, where the moon covered only part of the sun.
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The total solar eclipse was visible in Greenland, Iceland, Spain, Portugal, and northern Russia.
In these locations, the moon fully covered the sun for a short time, turning day into night briefly.
People in parts of the U.S. saw a partial solar eclipse, with varying amounts of the sun covered depending on location.
In Anchorage, Alaska, about 28% of the sun was covered; in New York City, about 9% was covered.
The eclipse started at different times across U.S. cities such as Boston, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Detroit, and Portland.
A solar eclipse happens when the moon moves between the sun and Earth, casting a shadow and blocking sunlight.
It is important to wear certified eclipse glasses or viewers to safely watch a partial eclipse to protect eyes.
Only during totality, when the sun is fully covered, is it safe to look at the eclipse without protective glasses.
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A large earthquake struck Colombia, causing serious problems. Diana Gutiérrez de Piñeres Botero, a relief worker in Colombia, spoke about the difficult conditions there.
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A strong earthquake hit Colombia recently.
The quake caused damage and hardship for people on the ground.
Diana Gutiérrez de Piñeres Botero is the country director for Americares in Colombia.
She provided updates about the situation from Bogotá, the capital city.
Aid groups are working to help those affected by the earthquake.
The overall situation in Colombia after the quake is challenging.
The news report was shared by CBS News.
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A total solar eclipse occurred on Wednesday and was discussed by Dr. Janna Levin, an astronomy professor at Columbia University. She said the event shows that all people share the same Earth and are part of a bigger whole.
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A total solar eclipse took place on Wednesday.
Dr. Janna Levin, a scientist from Columbia University, spoke about the eclipse.
She explained that the eclipse reminds people that everyone lives on the same planet.
The event shows that humans are connected as part of a larger system.
The discussion about the eclipse was featured on CBS News.
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The Ebola outbreak in eastern DR Congo is spreading quickly and may become the deadliest ever, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). More than 2,000 people have died so far, and the outbreak is driven by a rare Ebola strain without an approved vaccine or treatment.
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The Ebola outbreak in DR Congo is the fastest-moving on record, with over 4,300 cases and more than 2,000 deaths.
The outbreak began in February but was officially declared in May 2024.
It involves the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, which currently has no approved vaccine or treatment.
The outbreak is hard to control due to conflict, remote locations, weak infrastructure, misinformation, and health worker strikes.
The outbreak is near DR Congo’s borders with South Sudan, Uganda, and Rwanda.
WHO projects the outbreak could peak in six months or last up to a year under worse conditions.
The 2014-2016 West Africa Ebola outbreak killed over 11,000 people and remains the deadliest so far.
WHO warns this DR Congo outbreak could surpass the 2014-2016 death toll if access to affected areas does not improve.
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A Pentagon review found that U.S. airstrikes against Iranian-supported Houthi rebels in Yemen killed 153 civilians and injured 243 in 2025. The strikes targeted Houthi forces in Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, and the Ras Isa oil port, a key site hit hardest in the attacks.
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The airstrikes happened in April 2025 during U.S. operations against the Houthis.
The Houthis had been attacking commercial ships in the Red Sea, a major trade route.
The Ras Isa port strike killed 80 civilians and injured 171, causing large fires.
The Pentagon report said civilian harm was “more likely than not” caused by the strikes.
This information was shared in an unclassified report sent to the U.S. Congress.
The U.S. Central Command said the strikes aimed to stop fuel supplies and illegal revenue for the Houthis.
Civilian deaths in U.S. military actions have raised concerns among lawmakers.
The Pentagon is submitting this report amid ongoing Houthi attacks and questions about civilian safety efforts.
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The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has changed the rules for hosting the Eurovision song contest. Broadcasters from countries involved in armed conflicts or sensitive political situations will not be allowed to host the event starting in 2027 to ensure safety and fairness.
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Eurovision hosts are usually the previous year’s winning country, with Bulgaria set to host in 2027.
The new rule bans hosts from countries involved in armed conflicts or sensitive geopolitical issues.
An independent security body will assess if a winning country can safely host the contest.
If a country is ineligible, the EBU will pick an alternative host broadcaster.
The minimum age for participating artists has increased from 16 to 18 years.
Several countries boycotted the 2026 contest over Israel’s participation related to conflicts in Gaza and the West Bank.
The 2026 Eurovision final was watched by around 130 million people worldwide, down from 160 million in 2025.
Canada will join Eurovision for the first time in 2027; the contest is open to European Broadcasting Union members, not just European countries.
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Lebanese families held a rally in Beirut to ask for information about their relatives detained by Israel. They say they have not been given enough details about the detainees, and human rights groups claim Israel is not allowing fair legal treatment or visits by the Red Cross.
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The rally took place in Beirut, Lebanon.
Families want information about relatives held by Israel.
They report little to no updates on the detainees’ conditions.
Rights organizations say Israel denies due process, meaning fair treatment under the law.
The Red Cross has not been allowed access to the detained individuals.
The issue involves people detained by Israel from Lebanon.
The families are seeking transparency and proper legal procedures for their loved ones.
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Mount Etna, Europe’s largest and most active volcano in Italy, erupted and caused disruption at Catania airport. About 700 flights were cancelled, leaving many travelers stranded.
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Mount Etna is located in Italy and is the largest volcano in Europe.
It is also the most active volcano on the continent.
An eruption of Mount Etna just happened recently.
The eruption caused about 700 flights to be cancelled at Catania airport.
Many passengers were unable to travel and got stuck at the airport.
The disruption affected holiday travelers using Catania airport.
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Kyaw Zwar Minn, Myanmar’s former ambassador to the UK, is on trial in London for trespassing after refusing to leave the diplomatic residence since 2021. He was locked out of the embassy for supporting Myanmar’s ousted civilian leader, Aung San Suu Kyi, and argues that the military-led government asking him to leave is not legitimate.
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Kyaw Zwar Minn was removed from the embassy in London after declaring loyalty to deposed leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
He faces charges of trespassing for living in the ambassador’s residence from May 2021 to November 2024.
Minn claims Myanmar’s military government, led by Min Aung Hlaing, is illegitimate and cannot demand his removal.
Min Aung Hlaing’s military party won contested elections and he is wanted by the International Criminal Court for crimes against the Rohingya minority.
The UK Foreign Office ordered Minn to leave the residence, but he did not comply.
Prosecutors say staying in the residence after removal from his ambassador role counts as unlawful trespassing.
Minn experienced being locked out and fears for his safety and that of his friends in Myanmar due to his stance.
The conflict in Myanmar has lasted over six years, with over 100,000 deaths and more than 5 million displaced.
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