The Iranian government says it will keep the Strait of Hormuz closed unless the U.S. meets its demands, including payment for damage caused since the war began over five months ago. The U.S. has said its main goal is to stop Iran from getting nuclear weapons, but keeping the strait open for ships is also very important.
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The Iran war has lasted more than five months.
Iran demands compensation from the U.S. for war-related damage.
Iran threatens to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed if demands are not met.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key shipping route.
The U.S. priority is to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
Ensuring the strait is open for traffic is crucial for the U.S.
CBS News contributor Elliot Ackerman provided analysis on the situation.
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Jackie, a well-known bald eagle from Big Bear, has died after being attacked by two other eagles. Jackie was part of a popular eagle pair named Jackie and Shadow, watched by many people through a live video feed.
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Jackie was a bald eagle living in Big Bear.
Jackie formed half of a famous eagle pair with another eagle named Shadow.
Many people followed Jackie and Shadow through a live online video feed.
Jackie died following an attack by two other eagles.
The eagle pair was popular and had many viewers watching their activities.
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Jury selection has started in the trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who is charged in connection with the murder of rapper Tupac Shakur nearly 30 years ago. The trial marks a significant step in a long-unsolved case.
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Tupac Shakur, a famous rapper, was killed almost 30 years ago.
Duane "Keffe D" Davis is on trial for a role in Tupac’s murder.
Jury selection is the first part of the trial process.
The case has remained unsolved for many years until now.
Celebrity attorney Chris Melcher commented on the trial on CBS News.
The trial is being covered by major news outlets like CBS News.
The legal process includes picking impartial jurors to hear the case.
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Michael Sheen investigates a toxic chemical legacy in Wales in a new BBC documentary. Decades of chemical dumping by companies like Monsanto may have caused rare cancers in people who lived near contaminated sites.
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Michael Phillips and friends played as children near a lagoon in Wales contaminated with toxic chemicals.
Many of these people later developed rare cancers they believe are linked to the chemicals.
Researcher Douglas Gowan warned about 14 contaminated sites, mostly in Wales, before he died.
Gowan said Monsanto dumped large amounts of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), harmful industrial chemicals.
PCBs are long-lasting, build up in animals and humans, and were used in plastics, paint, and electrical equipment.
These chemicals were banned starting in the 1970s due to their health risks but still remain in the environment.
A major fire at a contaminated lagoon in Wrexham in the 1980s spread chemicals over a wide area.
Those exposed, including Phillips and his friends, have suffered unusual cancers, some fatal.
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Hot and dry weather has caused at least 200 large wildfires across the western parts of the United States and Canada. Reporters are covering the current situation and sharing weather forecasts from the affected area of Spokane, Washington.
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About 200 major wildfires are burning in the western U.S. and Canada.
Hot and dry conditions are the main cause of the wildfires.
The report includes information from Spokane, Washington.
Weather forecasts are being provided to help understand fire risks.
The wildfires are impacting a large region across two countries.
Firefighters and officials are monitoring the situation closely.
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A secret site in eastern Ukraine is used to launch long-range drones that can fly about 2,000 kilometers into Russia. These drone launch sites become targets for Russian attacks as soon as the drones take off.
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The drone launch site is located in eastern Ukraine.
Soldiers prepare and launch long-range drones there.
The drones can fly up to 2,000 kilometers into Russian territory.
Once the drones take off, the launch sites quickly become targets for Russia.
The site is kept secret to protect it from attacks.
The drones are used by Ukraine to strike deep into enemy areas.
The report was made by Al Jazeera journalist Audrey MacAlpine.
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A new study found that severe COVID-19 can cause some dormant viruses, like herpes viruses, to become active again within 40 days of hospital admission. This reactivation may be linked to long COVID symptoms and long-term disability, but more research is needed to understand the connection.
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Researchers studied 1,154 hospitalized COVID-19 patients and analyzed over 200,000 biological samples.
They detected reactivation of 11 different dormant viruses after severe COVID-19 infection.
Reactivated viruses included herpes viruses such as Epstein-Barr virus and cytomegalovirus.
Anelloviridae viruses, which usually do not cause illness, were also reactivated and linked to long COVID and physical disability.
Some viruses reactivated due to inflammation, not just immune system weakness.
The study only involved patients with severe COVID-19, so results may not apply to milder cases.
The research did not prove that virus reactivation causes long COVID symptoms, only that the two are connected.
Experts say more studies are needed to understand if these viruses actually cause health problems or just change during severe illness.
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A strong earthquake measuring 7.4 in magnitude struck western Colombia on Monday. The president reported that more than 100 people died, and many others are still missing under the collapsed buildings.
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The earthquake had a magnitude of 7.4.
It hit western Colombia on a Monday.
Dozens of buildings fell due to the quake.
President Abelardo de la Espriella said over 100 people died.
Many people are missing under the rubble.
Rescue teams are working to find survivors.
The event caused significant damage in the region.
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Jackie, a well-known bald eagle at California’s Big Bear Lake who was watched by millions on a livestream, died at age 14 from an unknown illness. She had severe anemia and had been receiving treatment since mid-July but experts could not find the exact cause of her sickness.
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Jackie was a bald eagle famous for a livestream that showed her raising chicks.
She was found weak and unable to fly after a fight with two younger eagles.
Experts diagnosed her with severe anemia but could not find the exact illness despite tests.
Jackie was treated at the Ojai Raptor Center from mid-July until her death on Monday.
The center is working with US and California wildlife services to understand her condition better.
Millions of people worldwide followed Jackie’s life and cheered her family’s growth.
The public campaign inspired by Jackie helped protect 63 acres of land near her nest from development.
Support for the land effort came from local schools, community groups, and notable donors like OpenAI’s co-founder.
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Russian forces launched missile attacks on Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia in Ukraine, causing fires and damaging buildings. The attacks injured several people, with reports of casualties and ongoing emergency responses.
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Russian missiles struck Kyiv, Ukraine’s capital, setting fires in the city center and hitting warehouses.
At least one person was injured in Kyiv due to the missile strike.
Zaporizhzhia, a city in southeastern Ukraine, was also attacked, resulting in at least five deaths and 20 injuries.
Additional attacks in Zaporizhzhia targeted industrial facilities and infrastructure.
The missile attack on Kyiv lasted about 40 minutes before the all-clear was given.
Local officials, including Kyiv’s Mayor Vitali Klitschko and Zaporizhzhia Governor Ivan Fedorov, reported the attacks and casualties.
Earlier attacks on other Ukrainian regions injured several people and caused property damage.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky mentioned possible deployment of North Korean troops in support of Russia, reflecting increasing military ties.
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A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4 struck Colombia on Monday. It caused buildings to collapse, led to significant damage, and killed at least 111 people.
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The earthquake measured 7.4 on the Richter scale.
It occurred in Colombia on a Monday.
At least 111 people died because of the earthquake.
Many homes and buildings were destroyed or heavily damaged.
Rescue and emergency teams are responding to the disaster.
The earthquake caused major disruption in the affected areas.
The event has prompted concerns about safety and recovery efforts.
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President Donald Trump demanded that Iran pay compensation to families of people killed and to Middle Eastern countries affected by conflicts. This demand came after Iran said it would not reopen the Strait of Hormuz unless it received compensation for war damage and other conditions.
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President Trump called for Iran to compensate victims' families and Middle Eastern countries.
Iran stated it would keep the Strait of Hormuz closed unless compensated for war damage.
The Strait of Hormuz is a vital waterway for global oil shipments.
Iran has made several demands related to conflicts in the region.
The situation involves ongoing tensions between Iran and other countries in the Middle East.
The news was reported by CBS News and covered by journalist Aaron Navarro.
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A strong earthquake measuring 7.4 struck near Pereira airport in Colombia. The earthquake caused the airport building to shake violently, leading to panic among people inside.
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The earthquake had a magnitude of 7.4.
The shaking was strong enough to cause the airport building to start falling apart.
The event took place at Pereira airport in Colombia.
People inside the airport experienced fear and panic due to the shaking.
Video footage shows the violent movement during the earthquake.
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Iran says it will not reopen the Strait of Hormuz until the United States meets several demands, including payment for war damage. President Trump dismissed these demands, particularly the request for reparations related to recent military actions.
Key Facts
Iran wants the U.S. to pay for damage caused during five months of U.S.-Israeli bombardments.
Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route for oil.
President Trump rejects the idea of paying reparations to Iran.
The conflict involves a Saudi-backed coalition and Iran-supported Houthi rebels in Yemen.
The situation raises concerns about potential war in Yemen.
The Strait of Hormuz is important for global oil transportation.
Tensions between the U.S. and Iran remain high over military and political issues.
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A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4 hit Colombia on Monday morning. More than 100 people have died, and many others are missing as rescue teams continue searching for survivors.
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The earthquake measured 7.4 on the magnitude scale.
It occurred in Colombia on a Monday morning.
Over 100 people have been confirmed dead.
Many people remain missing after the earthquake.
Rescue efforts are ongoing to find survivors.
The earthquake caused significant damage, prompting emergency responses.
CBS News reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez provided coverage of the event.
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Ceuta’s mayor has asked for a detention center to hold and quickly deport thousands of migrants who entered the Spanish territory from Morocco last month. About 8,000 to 11,000 migrants remain in Ceuta, causing challenges with food, shelter, and safety, leading to protests and political disagreements in Spain.
Key Facts
Thousands of migrants crossed from Morocco into Ceuta at the end of July.
The Spanish government estimates around 80,000 irregular migrants made the crossing.
About 70,000 migrants were returned to Morocco within two days.
Between 8,000 and 11,000 migrants remain in Ceuta, according to the mayor.
Hundreds of unaccompanied children remain in Ceuta and cannot be quickly deported by law.
Ceuta’s mayor supports setting up a detention center to hold migrants for faster expulsion.
Residents protested the situation, feeling it has made the enclave unsafe.
The Spanish government increased police and security forces by 40 percent in Ceuta.
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Jackie, a well-known bald eagle in California, died after several weeks of medical care. She was treated at the Ojai Raptor Center following injuries from other eagles and had health problems that caused anemia and weight loss.
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Jackie was a bald eagle living in California and had a large online following.
She was attacked by other eagles, leading to her injury.
Jackie suffered from anemia, which is a condition where the blood has fewer red cells than normal, causing weakness and weight loss.
The Ojai Raptor Center cared for Jackie with help from vets and specialists.
Despite intensive treatment, her condition worsened, and she passed away.
Jackie lived near Big Bear Valley, and a livestream of her nest had hundreds of thousands of viewers.
She had a mate named Shadow since 2018.
Her remains were sent to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife for further study.
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A strong earthquake hit western Colombia, causing serious damage in cities like Cali, Pereira, and Manizales. Rescue teams are looking for survivors and checking collapsed buildings.
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A powerful earthquake struck western Colombia.
Several buildings have collapsed, especially in Cali, Pereira, and Manizales.
Rescue teams are actively searching through the rubble.
The number of deaths from the earthquake is increasing.
Al Jazeera reporter Alessandro Rampietti is reporting from Colombia.
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A U.S. Marine veteran named Robert Gilman is imprisoned in Russia, where his health is getting worse and he may soon die. He was arrested in 2022 for allegedly hitting a Russian police officer and was originally sentenced to four and a half years, but now his prison term has been extended to ten years.
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Robert Gilman is a U.S. Marine veteran held in a Russian prison.
He was arrested in 2022 for allegedly striking a Russian police officer.
Gilman was first sentenced to 4.5 years in prison.
His prison sentence has now been increased to 10 years.
His family says his health is declining and he may be near death.
Stephanie Sy interviewed Kieran Ramsey, who advocates for Gilman in the U.S.
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Jackie, a bald eagle from California known for being watched live online while nesting, died after an illness. She was cared for at a wildlife center following a fight with other eagles but passed away despite medical treatment.
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Jackie was a California bald eagle popular on the internet through a live nest camera.
The nest was located near Big Bear Lake in the San Bernardino Mountains.
Jackie and her partner, Shadow, were observed nesting every year since 2015.
In 2024, Jackie stayed on her eggs for over two and a half days during a snowstorm.
She was found sick after a fight with two other eagles on July 17, 2026.
Jackie was treated for anemia and other issues at the Ojai Raptor Center for three weeks.
Despite treatments like a blood transfusion and oxygen therapy, Jackie died.
Her story reflects the recovery of bald eagles in California after being close to extinction decades ago.
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