In April 1986, an explosion occurred at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in Soviet Ukraine. Swedish scientists detected high levels of radiation on April 28, which revealed the accident had happened two days earlier.
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The Chernobyl accident occurred in April 1986 at a nuclear power plant in Soviet Ukraine.
The explosion happened two days before April 28, 1986.
Swedish scientists detected raised radiation levels on April 28.
The release of radiation from the explosion made the accident publicly known internationally.
The Soviet Union initially did not announce the explosion right away.
CBS News covered the event as it unfolded.
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Millions of people in the central United States are facing severe weather for the sixth day in a row. The area is at risk of violent storms that could bring dangerous conditions.
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Severe weather has affected central U.S. for six consecutive days.
Millions of people live in the areas threatened by these storms.
The storms could include strong winds, heavy rain, and possibly tornadoes.
Weather experts are monitoring the situation closely.
Authorities have warned residents to stay alert and prepared for emergencies.
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King Charles spoke to the U.S. Congress amid some tension between the United States and the United Kingdom. The tension came after a private comment by the British Ambassador to the U.S., Sir Christian Turner, was leaked, claiming Israel is the only country with a special relationship with the United States.
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King Charles addressed the U.S. Congress on Tuesday.
His speech came during a delicate time in U.S.-U.K. relations.
British Ambassador Sir Christian Turner made private remarks about the U.S. and Israel.
Turner said Israel seemed to be the only country with a special relationship with the U.S.
These remarks were leaked to the Financial Times newspaper.
The term "special relationship" usually refers to the close ties between the U.S. and the U.K.
The leak caused some diplomatic discomfort between the two countries.
CBS News reported on the situation with coverage by Ed O’Keefe.
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Some online colleges now offer bachelor's degrees that students can complete in just a few weeks instead of the usual four years. This fast-tracking approach is causing concern among some educators about the quality of education.
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Most students usually take about four years to finish a bachelor's degree.
Some online programs allow students to complete degrees much faster, in weeks.
These programs are offered by certain online colleges.
Educators worry that speeding up degree programs may harm education quality.
The Washington Post reporter Todd Wallack covered this issue.
CBS News shared the report with a video explanation.
The focus is on the trend of very fast online degrees and reactions from educators.
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Over the weekend, Colombia experienced 26 coordinated attacks targeting both civilian and military locations. The violence occurred just before the country’s presidential election.
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Twenty-six attacks were reported in Colombia.
The attacks targeted civilian and military bases.
The violence was coordinated, meaning it was planned to happen together.
These events took place on a weekend.
The attacks happened shortly before Colombia’s presidential vote.
CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano reported on the situation.
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Billie Eilish and James Cameron have created a new 3D concert film that shows her performances in Manchester during her recent world tour. The film features close-up and behind-the-scenes views using small 3D cameras and highlights the connection between Eilish and her fans.
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The film was shot over four nights at the Co-op Live venue in Manchester.
James Cameron, known for Titanic and Avatar, directed the film.
The project was suggested by Cameron’s wife, who knows Eilish’s mother.
The film uses tiny 3D cameras to capture intimate stage moments.
Fans are prominently featured, sharing how Eilish has helped them feel accepted and understood.
The film includes behind-the-scenes footage like vocal warm-ups and makeup preparation.
The premiere took place in London’s Leicester Square with many fans attending.
Cameron emphasized the importance of real live music performance, especially in today’s AI-driven media world.
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King Charles III spoke to the U.S. Congress, becoming the first British monarch to do so since Queen Elizabeth II in 1991. He delivered a message focused on unity during his speech.
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King Charles III addressed the U.S. Congress on Tuesday.
He is the first British king or queen to speak to Congress in over 30 years.
The last British monarch to address Congress was Queen Elizabeth II in 1991.
The king's speech emphasized the importance of unity.
The event was covered by CBS News and other media outlets.
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A new early care program at Birmingham Women and Children's Hospital offers earlier help to women after one miscarriage rather than waiting for three. This approach includes tests, hormone treatment, and lifestyle advice, aiming to reduce the number of miscarriages and improve support for women.
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In England, women usually qualify for specialist miscarriage care only after three miscarriages.
One in five pregnancies end in miscarriage, mostly before 14 weeks.
The Birmingham pilot project starts care after a first miscarriage, offering tests and treatments like progesterone and aspirin.
The study involved 406 women, split into standard care and early care groups.
The early care group showed a small drop in miscarriage rates and received better support after losses.
About 20% of women in the study had treatable health issues affecting pregnancy, such as thyroid problems or anemia.
Researchers estimate that if applied nationally, this approach could prevent around 10,000 miscarriages annually.
The project also includes personalized advice on lifestyle changes like quitting smoking and reducing alcohol.
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Eleven types of cancer are becoming more common in young people in England, especially bowel and breast cancers. Scientists found that rising rates of overweight and obesity since the 1990s likely contribute, but do not fully explain the increase.
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Eleven cancers, including bowel, thyroid, liver, kidney, and breast, are increasing in young people.
Bowel and breast cancers are the most common in younger adults, with about 11,500 cases yearly.
Only bowel and ovarian cancers are rising exclusively in young adults; other cancers increase in older adults too.
Known cancer risks like smoking, drinking, exercise, and diet have not worsened and don’t explain the rise.
Rising overweight and obesity rates since the 1990s are linked to the increase in young adult cancers.
Excess body fat can change hormones like insulin, which may raise cancer risk.
For bowel cancer, about 20% of the increase may be due to weight issues, but 80% is unexplained.
Cancer in young people remains rare, and healthy lifestyle choices can lower cancer risk.
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Stanley Tucci’s travel and food show “Tucci in Italy” returns for a second season on May 12, 2026. The new series will feature five episodes where Tucci explores different regions of Italy, learns about local foods, and meets people. The show will air on Disney Plus and National Geographic.
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“Tucci in Italy” is a travel and food show starring Stanley Tucci.
Season 2 will have five episodes focused on the Italian regions Campania, Veneto, Sardinia, Sicily, and Le Marche.
The first episode airs on May 12, 2026, starting in Campania with a focus on Naples.
Tucci explores local culture, food, and history, such as tiramisu and family recipes.
The show follows a previous series called “Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy” that aired on CNN from 2021 to 2022.
Season 1 of “Tucci in Italy” premiered on May 18, 2025, on National Geographic.
Season 2 will be available on Disney Plus.
The show emphasizes how food reflects the identity and culture of each Italian region.
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Talks to resolve the Middle East conflict have stopped as the US reviews Iran’s latest plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, an important route for oil. Meanwhile, tensions remain high in Lebanon despite a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.
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Iran has blocked the Strait of Hormuz since the US-Israeli offensive began two months ago.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key waterway for transporting oil and gas worldwide.
President Donald Trump and US officials are reviewing Iran’s proposal to ease the blockade.
Iran wants the US to lift its blockade of Iranian ports and stop controlling negotiations.
Oil prices have risen above $110 a barrel due to fears about the conflict.
Qatar warned that without a solution, the region may face a "frozen conflict" that could flare up again.
US Vice President JD Vance and other officials considered travel to Pakistan for talks but stayed home.
The ceasefire in Lebanon between Israel and Hezbollah remains fragile with ongoing tensions.
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A Netflix true crime documentary called "Should I Marry a Murderer?" tells the story of Caroline Muirhead, who discovered that her new fiancé, Alexander McKellar, had killed a cyclist and buried the body with his twin brother. Muirhead reported the crime to the police but stayed in the relationship to secretly help them find the body and gather evidence.
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In 2017, Alexander McKellar and his twin brother Robert killed charity cyclist Tony Parsons in Scotland.
Parsons was hit by McKellar while driving drunk and died from his injuries.
The brothers buried Parsons’ body, which was not found for three years.
Caroline Muirhead met McKellar in 2020 and soon became engaged to him.
McKellar confessed the crime to Muirhead after their engagement.
Muirhead reported the crime to the police but kept dating McKellar to secretly assist the investigation.
She collected secret recordings and marked the burial site to help police recover the body.
McKellar and his brother were arrested in 2020 and charged in 2021.
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London Zoo will open a new animal hospital funded by a £20 million anonymous donation. The hospital will have a viewing area where visitors can watch live veterinary care, research, and training, including some unique procedures that have never been publicly seen before in the UK.
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The new hospital is funded by the largest-ever gift to London Zoo, an anonymous £20 million donation.
Visitors can watch live animal health checks, ultrasounds, and some operations and post-mortems through a special viewing gallery.
The Zoological Society of London (ZSL) manages the zoo and celebrates its 200th anniversary this year.
The health centre will combine veterinary care, scientific research, professional training, and public engagement.
ZSL has a history of veterinary innovation, including employing the world’s first zoo vet in 1829.
Animals are trained to participate in their care by cooperating, which helps reduce stress during procedures.
Some animal welfare groups criticize zoos, questioning the ethics of keeping animals in captivity and the idea of showing procedures to the public.
The zoo says their work is important for global conservation, education, and health, both at the zoo and in the wild.
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Alt-pop singer Julia Wolf, originally from New York, has recently gone viral after years of steady work. Her song "In My Room" became popular on TikTok, leading to millions of streams, a music collaboration with rapper Drake, and bigger tour venues.
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Julia Wolf began playing piano at age seven and released her first single in 2019.
Her song "In My Room" gained popularity on TikTok, often paired with Twilight movie fan edits.
Drake invited her to record the opening verse on his single "Dog House" after seeing her success.
Julia Wolf independently releases her music after being rejected by major labels.
She grew up feeling isolated and connected with the character Bella from the Twilight series.
Wolf’s music blends rock and pop styles, focusing on themes like love, obsession, and self-doubt.
She recently moved to New York during her breakout moment and had to upgrade her world tour venues due to high demand.
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King Charles III gave a speech to the US Congress emphasizing the strong bond between the US and the UK and the importance of the NATO alliance. Meanwhile, in the UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer faced and survived a vote related to a political controversy involving a parliamentary investigation.
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King Charles III addressed the US Congress and praised the US-UK relationship and NATO.
The King said the alliance between the US and Europe is more important than ever.
President Donald Trump and King Charles III showed a friendly relationship during the King's US visit.
Some newspapers highlighted the King’s call for peace and security cooperation with the US.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer survived a vote against holding an investigation related to Lord Mandelson’s appointment as US ambassador.
Fourteen Labour MPs rebelled by supporting the investigation, but the motion was defeated.
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch criticized Labour for opposing the investigation.
The UK ambassador to the US made private comments suggesting the US’s main special relationship is with Israel, which the UK government said did not reflect its position.
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A video recorded by an Israeli soldier shows major damage in the town of Beit Hanoon in northern Gaza. The town, which had about 50,000 residents before the conflict, has been severely destroyed, with many homes bulldozed despite a ceasefire.
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Beit Hanoon is a town in northern Gaza.
Around 50,000 people lived there before the recent conflict.
An Israeli soldier filmed a video showing widespread destruction in the town.
Many homes have been bulldozed, causing heavy damage.
The bulldozing happened despite a ceasefire being in place.
The video highlights the extent of damage in a populated area.
The report refers to the conflict as Israel’s war on Gaza.
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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced it will leave OPEC, the group that manages much of the world's oil supply. At the same time, talks between the U.S. and Iran show little progress, and oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz remain largely blocked, affecting about 20% of global oil and gas.
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The UAE plans to leave OPEC, the organization that manages oil production among member countries.
OPEC has played a major role in controlling world oil supplies for many years.
The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow waterway where about 20% of the world's oil and gas passes through.
Shipments through the Strait of Hormuz are almost stopped, creating supply problems.
Talks between the U.S. and Iran have stalled with little progress so far.
The situation affects global oil markets and supply stability.
News anchor Amna Nawaz discussed these issues with expert Karen Young.
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Jack Thornell, a photographer for the Associated Press, died at age 86 from kidney disease complications. He won a Pulitzer Prize for a 1966 photo of James Meredith being shot during a civil rights march, an image that highlighted the violent resistance to racial integration in the U.S. South.
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Jack Thornell worked for the Associated Press from 1964 to 2004.
He won the Pulitzer Prize in 1967 for his photo of James Meredith wounded by a shotgun attack during the "March Against Fear" in Mississippi.
Meredith was the first Black man to integrate the University of Mississippi in 1962.
Thornell’s photo shows Meredith looking at his attacker on a highway in Mississippi.
The shooter, Aubrey James Norvell, was caught and served 18 months in prison.
Thornell also photographed other key civil rights moments, including the aftermath of the killings of civil rights workers Schwerner, Chaney, and Goodman.
He captured images of Martin Luther King Jr. during the Selma march and Memphis sanitation workers’ strike.
Thornell died in a hospital near New Orleans, Louisiana.
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King Charles and Queen Elizabeth visited the White House and were warmly welcomed. King Charles spoke to the U.S. Congress, becoming the second British monarch to do so, and called for unity and peace amid current global tensions.
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King Charles and Queen Elizabeth visited the White House.
The royal couple arrived with strong diplomatic honors.
King Charles addressed the U.S. Congress.
He is the second British monarch to speak before Congress.
His speech focused on promoting unity and peace.
The message came during a time of tense international relations.
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