Houthi rebels attacked military camps in central Yemen, killing at least 30 Yemeni government soldiers. The strikes involved missiles and drones targeting camps in Marib and Hadramawt provinces.
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At least 30 Yemeni government forces died in the Houthi attacks.
The attacks hit camps of the Emergency Forces in al-Ruwaik (Marib province) and al-Abr (Hadramawt province).
The strikes used missiles and drones.
Yemen's Health Minister Qasim Bahibah called the attack "treacherous" and said it aimed to disrupt security.
The Houthis said they targeted large Saudi military gatherings at the camps.
The Houthis control much of north-west Yemen and receive support from Iran.
A Saudi-led coalition has been backing the Yemeni government in the ongoing civil war.
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Amanda Kloots, a Broadway dancer and podcast host, appeared on "CBS Mornings" to talk about the new Netflix series called "Let's Marry Harry." The show features her friend, reality star Harry Jowsey.
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Amanda Kloots is a Broadway dancer and podcast host.
She is friends with Harry Jowsey, a reality TV star.
They are involved in a new Netflix series titled "Let's Marry Harry."
Amanda discussed the show during an appearance on "CBS Mornings."
The series is available to watch on Netflix.
CBS News provided coverage through their app and website.
The show explores themes related to marriage, indicated by its title.
Amanda's role connects her to both the Broadway and reality TV worlds.
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Martha Stewart said Meghan Markle recently attended a dinner party in California where she talked about her visit to a palace in the UK. Meghan and Prince Harry had taken their children to see King Charles III at his private home, Highgrove, during a summer trip that included other places in the UK and Portugal.
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Martha Stewart said Meghan Markle spoke about her recent visit to "the palace" at a California dinner party.
Meghan, Prince Harry, and their children visited King Charles III at Highgrove, his private residence in England.
This visit was part of a longer vacation that included stops in Portugal, Scotland, and Princess Diana’s ancestral home, Althorp.
Stewart’s comment did not clearly confirm if Meghan was specifically discussing meeting King Charles or the general trip.
Past royal leak scandals have involved leaks coming from or about the Royal family, sometimes leading to public tension.
Prince Harry previously accused Queen Camilla’s circle of leaking information against him and Meghan.
Meghan's public discussion at a private party shows how comments among friends can sometimes reach the media.
Stewart commented on Meghan’s career transition from acting to royal life and now to lifestyle projects like her Netflix show and online shop.
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Israeli prosecutors have charged a Jewish settler, Yinon Levi, with reckless manslaughter over the death of a Palestinian activist, Awdah Hathaleen, in the West Bank in 2025. This is the first such indictment in nearly three years amid rising violence in the region between settlers and Palestinians.
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Yinon Levi is charged with reckless manslaughter, armed trespassing, and property damage related to an incident in July 2025.
Awdah Hathaleen was a well-known Palestinian activist featured in a documentary called No Other Land.
Video footage shows Levi firing a weapon during a confrontation with villagers, shortly before Hathaleen was shot.
Levi has denied killing Hathaleen; he is under UK and EU sanctions for violence against Palestinians.
This is the first indictment against a settler since the Hamas attacks in October 2023 escalated violence in the West Bank.
UN data shows that Israeli soldiers and settlers have killed over 1,100 Palestinians in the West Bank since then, including at least 240 children.
Israel disputes that West Bank settlements are illegal under international law; Palestinians and most countries see them as a major obstacle to peace.
Eighteen Palestinians have died due to settler-related violence so far this year, compared to 17 in all of 2025.
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A French woman named Mélanie was swimming alone at Ukun Beach in Okinawa, Japan, when she suddenly encountered many box jellyfish in the water. These jellyfish have a strong venomous sting that can be very painful and dangerous. Mélanie was stung multiple times but managed to swim back to shore safely and later learned the proper treatment for the stings.
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Mélanie, 28, is a French woman living in Okinawa, Japan.
She often swims at Ukun Beach, known for its shallow, calm water.
On this visit, she saw many Japanese box jellyfish (Chironex yamaguchii), which have venomous stings that cause painful skin welts.
Box jellyfish appear in Okinawa waters mainly from May to October and are hard to see because they are nearly transparent.
Mélanie was stung multiple times on her wrists and above her knee by the jellyfish tentacles.
The Okinawa health department warns these stings can be fatal and advises immediate treatment with vinegar and cold water, not rubbing the area.
Mélanie rubbed sand on her stings instinctively, which made the pain and swelling worse.
She suspects that warmer sea temperatures might be causing changes in jellyfish activity, although this is not confirmed.
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The Middle East is experiencing significant changes in its political alliances amid ongoing conflict, particularly involving Iran, Israel, and Saudi Arabia. Three major informal groups have formed, each led by one of these countries, competing for influence in the region without formal agreements.
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The Middle East has seen nearly three years of crisis following the war in Gaza and six months of open conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
Three main blocs are emerging around Iran, Israel, and Saudi Arabia, with informal alliances based on agreements and joint actions.
These blocs do not have formal security treaties but work together to extend their influence.
The U.S. and Israel’s war efforts against Iran have led to a loss of confidence in U.S. leadership among regional players.
Iran’s bloc, called the "Axis of Resistance," includes groups like Lebanese Hezbollah and Shiite militias in Iraq, linked to Tehran since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
Hezbollah has played a significant role in Syria and against Israel but suffered losses during recent conflicts.
Iraqi Shiite militias fight against Sunni insurgents and U.S. forces, also attacking Israeli interests after the Gaza war.
Yemen’s Houthi movement, supported by Iran since 2012, is a powerful new member of the Axis of Resistance.
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Bangladesh is upset with India for allowing the exiled former prime minister Sheikh Hasina to speak to journalists in New Delhi. Hasina, who faces a death sentence in Bangladesh, said she will return home despite the risks, worsening already tense relations between the two countries.
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Sheikh Hasina, former prime minister of Bangladesh, fled to India in 2024 after student protests forced her out.
Bangladesh called Hasina a "convicted genocider" and demanded India extradite her.
Hasina spoke from India, saying she plans to return to Bangladesh in December, even though she faces a death sentence for crimes against humanity.
Bangladesh’s government said India’s allowing her speech violated its sovereignty.
India said it did not organize the press conference and does not support Hasina’s political views.
Hasina’s son praised India’s treatment of her, saying she is getting full security and respect.
After the speech, attacks damaged the home of Shakib Al Hasan, a former cricket captain and Awami League politician who attended the event.
Bangladesh’s new government is led by Tarique Rahman and has banned Hasina’s party, accusing the previous government of misusing power.
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Rights groups say Israel deliberately targeted and killed Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil and injured photojournalist Zainab Faraj during an attack in southern Lebanon on April 22. The groups accuse Israel of blocking medical help and call the attack a war crime based on their investigations.
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Amal Khalil, a seasoned Lebanese journalist, was killed in an Israeli strike in al-Tiri, southern Lebanon.
Photojournalist Zainab Faraj was seriously hurt in the same attack.
Human Rights Watch, Amnesty International, and The Legal Agenda conducted investigations and called the attacks war crimes.
Israeli forces bombed a building where the journalists had taken shelter after fleeing their vehicle.
Despite an appeal for evacuation from the Lebanese Red Cross via the UN peacekeeping force, Israel struck the site.
Rights groups say Israeli drones and quadcopters tracked the journalists, who were civilians.
Israeli forces reportedly stopped paramedics from reaching the wounded journalists, including firing stun grenades.
Israel claimed it targeted a Hezbollah military site and denied preventing rescue efforts.
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A wildfire has burned 60 hectares of land in Mount Bromo National Park on Java island, Indonesia, since Monday. Firefighters face challenges due to steep terrain and strong winds, and authorities have closed part of the tourist area for safety.
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The fire has destroyed 60 hectares (about 148 acres) in Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park.
The park is a popular tourist destination in East Java Province, Indonesia.
Steep slopes and strong winds have made it hard for firefighters to control the fire on the ground.
Two helicopters are being used to drop water on the fire in hard-to-reach areas.
Authorities are planning weather modification techniques like cloud seeding to help stop the fire.
Part of the Mount Bromo tourist site is closed until further notice.
Forest fires have also occurred recently on other Indonesian islands, Sumatra and Borneo.
One person died from lack of oxygen escaping smoke in a fire on Borneo island.
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Two human rights groups, Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International, say an Israeli attack in southern Lebanon killed journalist Amal Khalil and injured camerawoman Zeinab Faraj. They call the attack an apparent war crime and want an independent investigation by the International Criminal Court.
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The attack occurred on April 22 in the town of al-Tiri, southern Lebanon.
Amal Khalil, a reporter for al-Akhbar newspaper, was killed; Zeinab Faraj, a freelance camerawoman, was seriously injured.
Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International reviewed videos, photos, and witness reports to conclude the attack targeted the journalists.
The Israeli military says the strikes targeted Hezbollah operatives, not journalists, and expressed regret for any harm caused.
The journalists were first attacked while driving, then hit again after leaving their car, and finally their shelter was destroyed in a third strike.
Israeli drones closely monitored the journalists during the attack, creating fear and danger.
Rescue workers from the Lebanese Red Cross were blocked from reaching the injured by drone-delivered stun grenades and gunfire.
Both rights groups urge Lebanon to accept International Criminal Court authority and demand an independent probe into the incident.
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Ukraine carried out strikes on Russian oil refineries far inside Russian territory. Meanwhile, Russian attacks across Ukraine killed at least 10 people, with strikes in Sumy, Odessa, and Kyiv regions.
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Ukraine targeted Russian refineries deep within Russia.
Russian attacks overnight hit Ukrainian regions including Sumy, Odessa, and Kyiv.
Local authorities reported at least 10 deaths from these Russian strikes in Ukraine.
The Ukrainian city of Kramatorsk is now 20 kilometers from Russian forces.
Drone technology is playing a key role in Ukraine’s resistance against Russia.
Russian drones recently struck civilians in Kherson, causing injuries.
Kyiv experienced heavy overnight Russian strikes, causing significant damage.
The ongoing conflict involves frequent drone and missile attacks on cities and infrastructure.
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This year, there is a strong El Niño weather pattern that could greatly affect weather around the world. Meteorologist Rob Marciano explains how El Niño influences hurricane seasons and other weather changes globally.
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El Niño is a natural weather pattern involving warmer ocean temperatures in the Pacific.
This year's El Niño is unusually strong compared to past years.
El Niño can change weather patterns across the world, including storms and rainfall.
It often affects hurricane activity, possibly changing the number and strength of hurricanes.
These changes impact many countries by altering typical weather conditions.
Meteorologists study El Niño to better prepare and warn people about these effects.
The information comes from CBS News and insights by meteorologist Rob Marciano.
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Brittany Boltinhouse, who won the Miss North Carolina USA title about a month ago, has lost her crown. The organizers said this happened because of some recent information about her behavior that raised concerns.
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Brittany Boltinhouse was crowned Miss North Carolina USA a little over a month ago.
She has been stripped of her title by the pageant organizers.
The decision followed the discovery of concerning conduct related to her.
Organizers did not specify what the concerning conduct involved.
This action shows the pageant's stance on contestant behavior and standards.
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Jordan’s football players and staff were finally paid prize money for their performance in the 2025 Arab Cup after waiting eight months. The Jordan Football Association’s president, Prince Ali bin Hussein, accused FIFA of using pressure tactics linked to FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s leadership and the upcoming presidential election.
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Jordan reached the final of the 2025 Arab Cup held in Qatar.
Jordan’s players and coaching staff had not received their prize money since December.
Prince Ali bin Hussein said FIFA paid the overdue money after he accused FIFA of blackmail.
Ali claimed FIFA verbally suggested his support would help solve Jordan’s problems.
FIFA did not respond to the claims about blackmail.
Ali said he and his association will not support Infantino’s re-election as FIFA president.
FIFA apologized for mistakes after canceling a plan to sell a stake in the World Cup’s commercial rights.
FIFA confirmed support for Infantino after a crisis meeting and he plans to run for a fourth and final term in March.
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A new study found that lower heart function may lead to faster brain shrinkage in older adults who carry a gene linked to Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers followed more than 700 adults for up to 11 years and saw that those with lower cardiac output and the APOE-e4 gene experienced more brain volume loss in key areas related to Alzheimer’s.
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The study involved 756 adults aged 50 to 92, followed for up to 11 years.
Cardiac output measures how much blood the heart pumps.
Lower cardiac output was linked to smaller brain volumes, especially in areas affected by Alzheimer’s.
The APOE-e4 gene is a known genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease.
The study showed an association, not proof that lower heart function causes brain shrinkage.
Brain imaging and heart tests were used to track changes over time.
Results suggest even mild heart function declines can affect brain health in people at genetic risk.
The research highlights the connection between heart health and brain health.
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Hungary’s only nuclear power plant may have to stop working because the Danube River, which provides its cooling water, is drying up due to drought. This could cause a serious problem for the country’s electricity supply.
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Hungary has only one nuclear power plant.
The plant needs water from the Danube River to keep running safely.
A drought is causing the Danube River to dry up.
Without enough water, the plant might have to shut down.
This situation threatens Hungary’s electricity production.
The drying river is directly linked to weather conditions like drought.
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Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) have quarantined a river boat called Yingfeng 2 after five people died, including a passenger who got off earlier and died in hospital. Health teams are testing the 255 passengers for Ebola and cholera as a precaution, but no positive Ebola cases have been found so far.
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The Yingfeng 2, a boat run by a Chinese company, was stopped near Bende Bende port on the Congo River, about 65 km from Kinshasa.
Five people have died connected to this boat: three adults, a three-year-old child, and a newborn.
The boat left Kisangani, DR Congo’s third largest city, about two weeks ago and traveled more than 1,700 km downstream.
Health teams from DR Congo and the World Health Organization (WHO) are on board, conducting tests in a mobile lab.
The Ebola outbreak involved is caused by the Bundibugyo strain, which has no specific treatment or approved vaccine yet.
Since May 15, there have been 3,973 confirmed Ebola cases and 1,801 deaths in DR Congo.
Officials have quarantined the boat offshore to prevent the virus from reaching Kinshasa, the capital.
Over 17,000 people are currently being monitored for possible exposure to Ebola in the country.
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Iran and Oman are close to making an agreement to reopen and jointly manage the Strait of Hormuz. This deal aims to ensure the safe passage of ships through this important waterway.
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Iran and Oman are negotiating a deal about the Strait of Hormuz.
The agreement will focus on reopening the strait.
Both countries plan to manage the strait together.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key route for shipping and oil transport.
Iran's foreign minister confirmed talks are in the final stages.
Oman is involved as a partner in the management plan.
The deal is expected to improve safety in the area.
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Houthi rebels in Yemen launched missile attacks on government military camps in Hadramout and Marib, killing at least 30 soldiers and injuring 15. The Yemeni military confirmed the attacks and said they were in response to previous attacks by the government forces on the Houthis.
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At least 30 Yemeni government soldiers were killed in missile attacks by Houthi rebels.
About 15 soldiers were wounded in the attacks.
The attacks targeted military camps run by Yemen’s Emergency Forces.
The attacks took place in Hadramout and Marib governorates.
Houthis fired eight missiles from al-Jawf governorate, north of Marib.
The Yemeni military described the attacks as a response to government strikes on Houthi targets.
These attacks are the deadliest in Yemen’s war for several years.
Violence has increased in Yemen in recent weeks.
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Russia has increased its disinformation efforts targeting candidates in the upcoming French presidential election. Recent campaigns have focused on Gabriel Attal, Raphaël Glucksmann, and Édouard Philippe as France prepares for next year’s vote.
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Russia is conducting disinformation campaigns against French presidential candidates.
Gabriel Attal is one of the main targets of these campaigns.
Raphaël Glucksmann, a left-wing European Parliament member and critic of the Kremlin, is also targeted.
Édouard Philippe, a centrist and former prime minister, faces similar disinformation attacks.
These efforts come ahead of the French presidential election scheduled for 2027.
The campaigns are part of a broader strategy of influence linked to Moscow.
Disinformation involves spreading false or misleading information to influence public opinion.
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