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People in Albania are protesting a plan to build a luxury resort on their Adriatic coast. The resort project is supported by Jared Kushner, who is President Donald Trump’s son-in-law.
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The protests are happening in Tirana, the capital of Albania.
The project involves building a luxury resort along the Adriatic Sea coast.
Jared Kushner, President Trump’s son-in-law, is backing the resort plan.
Many Albanians are unhappy with the development and have gathered to protest.
The protests are ongoing and have drawn significant public attention.
The controversy centers on environmental and community concerns related to the resort.
The news report was covered by CBS News correspondent Emmet Lyons.
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A 7-month-old Palestinian baby was killed after Israeli soldiers fired at his family’s car in the West Bank, according to Palestinian health officials. The baby's parents were also wounded, and the Israeli military said soldiers fired at a vehicle they thought was speeding toward them.
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The baby, Sam Fahd Abu Haikal, was killed by a bullet that struck his face while his family was driving near Hebron.
The baby's father, a university lecturer, was shot in the hand, and the mother was critically injured.
The family was traveling to visit relatives in the Tel Rumeida area of Hebron at the time of the shooting.
Israeli soldiers said they fired single shots at a vehicle perceived as a threat, wounding three Palestinians; an initial inquiry suggested they were civilians.
The baby's grandmother said the family stopped after seeing soldiers, and she first thought the shots were warnings.
The British Consulate called for a transparent investigation into the incident.
Israeli military operations in the West Bank have increased following Hamas's October 7 attack in southern Israel.
Human rights groups note that Israeli soldiers accused of harming Palestinians are rarely punished, with less than 1% of complaints leading to indictments.
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Patton Oswalt appeared on CBS Saturday Morning to talk about his new comedy special called "Tea & Scotch." He also talked about his experiences and growth as a comedian.
Key Facts
Patton Oswalt is a comedian.
He has released a new comedy special named "Tea & Scotch."
He discussed this special on CBS Saturday Morning.
Oswalt reflected on his career in comedy.
The interview is available on CBS News and the CBS News app.
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James "Weston" Higginbotham, a 20-year-old Auburn University student, was found dead near Kyoto, Japan. He had been missing since May 29 while traveling with his family, who were visiting Japan at the time.
Key Facts
James Higginbotham was an engineering student at Auburn University.
He went missing on May 29 in Kyoto, Japan.
He was last seen leaving a train station and was believed to be heading to a hiking trail.
His family was visiting Japan; he stayed behind while they visited a temple.
Over 100 police officers, dogs, helicopters, and volunteer search teams searched for him.
His family hired a professional rescue crew after official searches were stopped.
Higginbotham's body was found in a mountainous area by volunteers.
The cause of death has not been released.
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Pope Leo began his visit to Spain by encouraging leaders to promote unity instead of division for political gain. During his tour, he focused on supporting marginalized groups, meeting migrants and abuse survivors, and calling for peace and respect for all people.
Key Facts
Pope Leo’s visit to Spain is his first to an EU country (other than Italy).
He urged political leaders to avoid polarizing their societies and to respect human dignity.
The pope met homeless people in Madrid and migrants in the Canary Islands.
He planned to meet survivors of sexual abuse by Catholic clergy and acknowledged the ongoing pain of abuse victims.
Thousands welcomed the pope in Madrid, where he toured the city in a popemobile.
Spain has seen a rise in young people identifying as Catholic, increasing from 17.6% in 2010 to 28.8% in 2025.
Pope Leo criticized how social media and technology can deepen societal divisions.
Spain’s government, led by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, has introduced a large amnesty program for immigrants to gain legal status.
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Simon Pegg and Lizzy McAlpine spoke to CBS Saturday Morning about their new film, "Only What We Carry." The movie was mostly improvised and filmed in just six days.
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Simon Pegg and Lizzy McAlpine are featured in the film "Only What We Carry."
The film was shot over a period of six days.
Most of the film’s scenes were improvised, meaning the actors made up the dialogue as they went along.
They discussed the movie during an interview on CBS Saturday Morning.
The clip is available to watch on CBS News and the CBS News app.
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Pro-Palestine activists interrupted a German military event by climbing on a tank and displaying a banner that accused Germany of enabling violence through arms sales to Israel. The banner named Rheinmetall, a major German arms supplier to Israel’s military.
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The protest took place during German Armed Forces Day.
Activists targeted an army recruitment event.
They climbed onto a military tank at the event.
A banner was displayed with the message “Genocide with German weapons.”
Rheinmetall, a German arms company, was specifically mentioned.
Rheinmetall supplies weapons to Israel’s military.
The activists’ message linked German arms sales to violence involving Israel.
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Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon killed at least 10 people, including military officers, during ongoing clashes despite recent talks for a conditional truce. Lebanon's leaders condemned the attacks, calling them violations of sovereignty and international law.
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At least 10 people died in Israeli strikes across southern Lebanon, including two Lebanese army officers, a brigadier general and a captain, plus a soldier.
The Lebanese army said the attack occurred on a military vehicle on the Khardali-Nabatieh road.
Israel said the strike happened in an "active combat zone" and is under investigation.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam condemned the attacks strongly.
Hezbollah called the attack a "heinous crime" and blamed the Lebanese government for its role.
More than 50 Lebanese soldiers have been killed since the conflict began on March 2.
Israeli strikes also targeted the villages of Saksakiyah and Deir al-Zahrani, killing additional civilians.
Despite a ceasefire announced on April 17, fighting and violations continue, with a new conditional truce recently agreed upon but not fully respected.
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A new protest movement called the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) started in India’s capital, New Delhi, led mainly by young people upset about problems in the education system and government actions. The movement grew from a joke after the Indian chief justice compared youth to cockroaches, and now protesters demand the resignation of India’s Education Minister.
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The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) began as a satirical response to the Indian chief justice calling youth “cockroaches.”
CJP was started by Abhijeet Dipke, a recent Boston University graduate, who attracted over 22 million Instagram followers.
The movement protests against leaked school exam papers and discrepancies in India’s education system.
Half of India’s 1.4 billion people are under 25 years old, many of whom are unhappy with government handling of education.
Protesters gathered at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
The protest attracted hundreds of mainly young participants, including students like Saurav Kushwaha from central India.
The movement challenges the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which has been in power since 2014.
Critics say the government has limited political dissent, causing concerns about democratic freedoms in India.
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Anthony Head, an actor known for his role in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," died at age 72 from pneumonia complications. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, according to a statement by his daughters.
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Anthony Head was best known for playing Rupert Giles in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer."
He died at 72 due to complications from pneumonia.
Head passed away peacefully with family around him.
His daughters announced his death and asked for privacy.
Head also acted in shows like "Ted Lasso," "Merlin," and "Bridgerton."
He gained early fame in the UK from Nescafe coffee commercials in the late 1980s.
Fellow actors from "Buffy" and "Ted Lasso" publicly mourned his passing.
His longtime partner Sarah Fisher died six months before him.
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Iran's soccer federation said the United States refused visas to important members of its World Cup team. Iran called this action "vindictive behavior."
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Iran's soccer federation reported visa refusals by the U.S. for key team officials.
The affected individuals were described as managerial and administrative members.
These officials are connected to Iran's World Cup soccer team.
Iran criticized the U.S. decision as "vindictive behavior."
The issue involves visa access related to an international sports event.
The U.S. government made the visa decision.
This situation affects Iran's participation in World Cup activities in the U.S.
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The murder of Henry Nowak has started a discussion about whether police treat people differently based on their ethnicity, known as "two-tier policing." The episode explores if this happens, what police rules say, and if this case could lead to changes in how police respond to crime reports.
Key Facts
Henry Nowak was murdered, which has raised questions about police fairness.
"Two-tier policing" refers to the idea that police treat people differently depending on their ethnic background.
The episode features a discussion with Danny Shaw, a former BBC legal correspondent and adviser.
JD Vance made comments blaming Nowak’s death on a large number of migrants entering the country.
Downing Street responded by saying politics should unite people rather than divide them.
The discussion considers current police guidance and whether changes might happen in police practices.
The episode is part of the BBC Newscast podcast hosted by Laura Kuenssberg.
Listeners can access Newscast on smart speakers and online communities.
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Kuwait reported that it intercepted seven ballistic missiles over populated areas, causing debris to fall but no injuries. Iran said it launched the missiles in response to attacks by US forces stationed in Kuwait and warned that US actions are threatening regional security.
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Kuwait intercepted seven ballistic missiles over residential areas.
There were no casualties, but debris fell from the missiles.
Iran’s military said the missile launch was retaliation against US forces.
The US forces are based at Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait.
Iran claims US attacks on locations named Qeshm and Sirik threaten regional safety.
Kuwait reported the interceptions and debris incidents publicly.
This event reflects ongoing tensions between Iran and the US in the region.
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Ashley McBryde, a Grammy-winning country singer, performed her song "Ten To Midnight." Her newest album, "Wild," shares stories from her life in the Ozarks and her path to sobriety. She is preparing for a summer tour across the United States.
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Ashley McBryde is a country music singer who has won a Grammy award.
She performed the song "Ten To Midnight" in a CBS News Saturday Sessions video.
Her latest album is called "Wild."
The album includes songs about her childhood in the Ozarks, a region in the central United States.
It also talks about her journey to stop drinking alcohol (sobriety).
Ashley McBryde is getting ready to tour in the U.S. during the summer.
The performance is available on the CBS News app and website.
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Country music singer Ashley McBryde performed her song "What If We Don't" on CBS News Saturday Sessions. Her new album "Wild" shares stories from her childhood in the Ozarks and her path to becoming sober. She is getting ready for a summer tour in the United States.
Key Facts
Ashley McBryde is a Grammy-winning country music singer.
She performed "What If We Don't" on CBS News Saturday Sessions.
Her latest album is called "Wild."
The album reflects her experiences growing up in the Ozarks.
The album also tells about her journey to sobriety.
Ashley McBryde is planning a summer tour in the U.S.
The performance is available to watch on the CBS News app.
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Pope Leo XIV visited Spain for the first papal visit in 15 years, urging the country to reduce political division and promote unity. He emphasized the importance of respecting human dignity and encouraged Spain to be a model for dialogue in Europe amid current political and social challenges.
Key Facts
Pope Leo XIV arrived in Spain during a time of political tension and a crisis for the Catholic Church in the country.
This is the first visit by a pope to Spain in 15 years.
The pope called on Spaniards to avoid stirring up political conflict and to focus on educating young people about diversity and complexity.
Spain faces division over issues like immigration, feminism, and political corruption.
The pope highlighted Spain’s history of cultural and religious dialogue during its Moorish past.
Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to speak to both chambers of the Spanish Parliament, a rare event for a pope.
Spain’s Socialist government plans to grant legal status to many undocumented immigrants to support the economy.
The pope expressed optimism about a spiritual awakening among young people in a largely secular country.
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At least six people died and about 15 were injured in an Israeli military strike on a wedding tent in Gaza City. The attack also caused shrapnel to hit a nearby school filled with displaced families.
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The strike happened during a wedding in Gaza City.
Two missiles exploded inside the wedding tent.
Shrapnel from the explosions hit nearby areas, including a school full of displaced people.
At least six people were killed in the attack.
Around 15 people were injured, including women and children.
The wedding tent was crowded at the time of the strike.
Local medical sources and hospital staff reported the casualties.
The number of casualties may increase as more information becomes available.
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Bernadette Chirac, the former first lady of France, has died at the age of 93. She lived at the Élysée Palace for 12 years alongside President Jacques Chirac, and she was known for her strong character and political influence in rural France.
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Bernadette Chirac was France’s first lady from 1995 to 2007.
She was married to President Jacques Chirac.
She was 93 years old when she died.
She maintained a strong and resilient personality during her time in public life.
Bernadette developed her own political influence, especially in rural areas of France.
She endured the public challenges of her husband’s affairs with humor.
Her death was reported by multiple French news sources on June 6, 2026.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth spoke to European leaders about the importance of being alert to new threats he called “dangerous ideologies,” linking his warning to the historic D-Day invasion during World War II. He discussed concerns about modern immigration and suggested that lessons from the past should help Europe face current challenges.
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Pete Hegseth is the U.S. Defense Secretary.
He addressed European leaders on the anniversary of D-Day.
Hegseth warned about “dangerous ideologies” arriving in Europe today.
He connected this warning to the history of D-Day and the fight in World War II.
The speech included concerns about current immigration trends in Europe.
Hegseth encouraged vigilance to protect European safety and values.
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A U.S. doctor who caught Ebola while working in Congo has fully recovered and was released from a hospital in Germany. He was treated with antiviral medicine and other care, and after tests showed no virus, his isolation was lifted.
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Dr. Peter Stafford contracted Ebola in Congo while on a humanitarian mission.
He was evacuated to Charité hospital in Berlin, Germany, on May 20 for treatment.
Stafford received antiviral therapy and supportive care during his first week in the hospital.
Tests showed a large drop in the virus level, with no virus detected after May 30.
Stafford met the global health rules for ending isolation: no symptoms for over 72 hours and repeated negative virus tests.
His wife, also a doctor, and their four children were evacuated and quarantined but did not get sick.
The Ebola strain involved is Bundibugyo, which is less common and has no vaccine or specific treatment.
This Ebola outbreak in Congo has spread to neighboring Uganda and may be larger than reported.
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