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Israeli troops have taken control of Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, a historic site now used as a military base. Israel has ordered more evacuations in southern Lebanon as it advances north, saying it is fighting the militant group Hezbollah.
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Israeli forces captured Beaufort Castle, a strategic location in Lebanon.
The castle dates back to the Crusader period and has been used as a military base for many years.
Israel has been occupying parts of southern Lebanon for about two decades.
Israeli officials have called for more civilians in southern Lebanon to leave their homes.
The military push is directed against Hezbollah, a Lebanese militant group.
The Israeli advance has crossed the Litani River, moving deeper into Lebanon.
This situation is part of ongoing conflicts affecting the Middle East region.
Key international players involved or mentioned include Iran, the USA, and Israel.
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Recent satellite images show that large parts of southern Gaza, including neighborhoods and cemeteries, have been destroyed and replaced by Israeli military sites. Many Palestinian communities and landmarks have disappeared, forcing survivors into crowded camps and drastically changing the region’s geography.
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The Sheikh Mohammed cemetery in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, was destroyed and replaced by an Israeli military outpost.
Satellite images from February 25, 2026, reveal widespread destruction with many neighborhoods reduced to rubble.
Around 94 percent of Gaza’s cemeteries have been damaged or destroyed by Israeli forces.
Entire residential areas, like the Saudi neighborhood in Rafah, have been flattened.
The Swedish village in Rafah, previously home to 1,300 Palestinians, has been turned into an Israeli military zone.
The Rafah border crossing’s civilian facilities were replaced by Israeli military posts and fences.
Many residents of eastern Khan Younis neighborhoods were displaced after heavy fighting and bombing.
Survivors mostly live in overcrowded tent camps near the Mediterranean Sea.
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Beneath the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., there is a large hidden space called the Undercroft, supported by 120 deep concrete pillars. A new museum opening there will share the history of the memorial, Abraham Lincoln’s life, and the site’s role in America’s civil rights movement.
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The Lincoln Memorial's Undercroft is a 50,000 square-foot space under the monument, twice its size above ground.
It is supported by 120 concrete pillars that reach 50 feet down to bedrock to hold the memorial’s weight.
The space was closed to the public until now but will open as a museum in June.
The museum aims to educate visitors about Abraham Lincoln’s complicated life and legacy.
It will also highlight the memorial’s role in civil rights, such as Marian Anderson’s 1939 concert and Martin Luther King Jr.’s 1963 speech.
The memorial is seen as a symbol of freedom and inclusion for many groups.
The new museum opens amid debates about how U.S. history, including topics like slavery and racism, should be presented.
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum emphasized celebrating American history while acknowledging its flaws.
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Colombians are voting in a presidential election as President Gustavo Petro leaves office. The main candidates differ on how to handle violence and armed groups, with the left-wing leader supporting peace talks and right-wing opponents favoring stronger military action.
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The Colombian presidential election is taking place on Sunday.
Current President Gustavo Petro is stepping down after his term.
Ivan Cepeda, a left-wing candidate, leads in the polls and supports continuing peace agreements with armed groups.
Abelardo de la Espriella and Paloma Valencia represent right-wing views and want tougher actions against guerrilla groups.
The election is seen as a test of Petro’s social policies and approach to violence in Colombia.
Violence from armed groups remains a significant issue in Colombia.
Right-wing candidates include a millionaire lawyer influenced by President Trump’s political style.
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Cindy McCain, the head of the World Food Program, asked the Trump administration for more support with food aid. She raised concerns about the effects of changes at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) on their work in countries needing help.
Key Facts
Cindy McCain is the Executive Director of the World Food Program.
She requested increased food aid support from President Donald Trump's administration.
There are concerns about how dismantling parts of USAID may have affected international food aid efforts.
The World Food Program operates in multiple countries facing food shortages.
The request for help came during an interview with CBS News journalist Margaret Brennan.
USAID is a U.S. government agency that provides foreign aid, including food assistance.
McCain emphasized the urgent need for continued and additional aid to address global hunger.
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The CBS News Almanac for May 31 reviews important historical events that happened on this day. It is featured on the show "Sunday Morning" and is available through the CBS News app.
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The Almanac focuses on notable events from May 31 in history.
It is presented on the television program "Sunday Morning."
The segment is available on the CBS News app.
The content provides a look back at past global and historical happenings.
The Almanac is a regular feature that revisits significant dates.
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The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles has opened a new exhibition called "Marilyn Monroe: Hollywood Icon" to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Marilyn Monroe's birth. The exhibit features her famous pink dress from the movie "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" and other memorabilia, highlighting her lasting influence and life story.
Key Facts
Marilyn Monroe was one of the most photographed women of the 20th century.
The Academy Museum in Los Angeles launched an exhibition about her called "Marilyn Monroe: Hollywood Icon."
The exhibit includes Monroe’s pink dress from "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes," which was a replacement for a more revealing original dress.
Monroe was born Norma Jeane and had a challenging childhood, living in foster homes.
She married three times, including to baseball star Joe DiMaggio and playwright Arthur Miller.
Monroe made 29 films, including classics like "Some Like It Hot" and "All About Eve."
She never won an Oscar but remains a strong cultural and commercial icon.
Her estate was sold to Authentic Brands Group, which licenses her image worldwide, popular with many young people today.
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A weather pattern called an "omega block" is currently trapping different types of weather across the United States, causing some areas to experience heat, storms, or cooler conditions for several days or weeks. This happens because a high-pressure system is stuck between two low-pressure systems, disrupting the normal flow of weather from west to east.
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An omega block looks like the Greek letter Ω and forms when a strong high-pressure system is trapped between two low-pressure systems.
This blocks the usual movement of weather, causing it to stay in place for a long time.
The central U.S. is experiencing very hot and dry weather with temperatures 15-25 degrees Fahrenheit above normal.
The South and Southeast are having repeated rain and thunderstorms, which increase the risk of flooding.
The East Coast and Northeast are seeing cooler temperatures, cloudy skies, and ongoing rainy weather.
The West Coast and Northwest have wet, stormy conditions, with rain, wind, and some mountain snow.
Preparation depends on the region: staying hydrated and monitoring heat in hot areas, watching flood warnings in rainy areas, and planning for travel delays in wet and cool regions.
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A new study found that welfare benefits for low-income families vary a lot across the UK’s four countries due to different local policies. For example, a low-income family in Scotland can receive up to £15,000 more a year in state support than a similar family in England, because Scotland offers more generous child payments and protections against benefit limits.
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A typical out-of-work couple with four children gets about £22,000 a year in benefits in York (England), £32,000 in Belfast (Northern Ireland), and £37,000 in Glasgow (Scotland).
Scottish families receive £1,800 extra in the first year of a child's life compared to families in England or Wales.
Scotland and Northern Ireland have opted out of the UK’s benefit cap, allowing families to receive higher total benefits.
Social housing tenants in Scotland and Northern Ireland are protected from the “bedroom tax,” saving them around £600 a year; England and Wales offer help only sometimes.
Differences in council tax support mean some families in England pay more council tax than those in Scotland or Wales.
Devolved benefits cost about £1 billion extra a year across the UK, mostly in Scotland.
Scotland’s government, led by the Scottish National Party, introduced weekly child payments for low-income families on Universal Credit.
These variations aim to reduce child poverty and improve living standards in each country.
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The Human Library is a nonprofit started 26 years ago that offers 30-minute talks with volunteers who share personal knowledge and experiences. To celebrate 25 years, they are giving away 25,000 free digital library cards for online conversations, available to "CBS Sunday Morning" viewers who sign up at humanlibrarycard.com.
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The Human Library began in Copenhagen, Denmark, and now exists in over 80 countries, including six locations in the U.S.
It is non-political and non-religious, focusing on sharing human stories and experiences.
Conversations last 30 minutes in small groups with volunteers called "living books."
The free digital library cards allow access to online sessions for the first time to the general public.
25,000 free cards are available with no credit card required to sign up.
Participants must confirm their time zone, choose a screen name, and agree to basic rules.
The initiative aims to help people better understand one another through dialogue about differences.
Donations are optional but welcomed to help support and expand the program in more communities.
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The World Health Organization (WHO) reported that five patients have recovered from a rare type of Ebola virus in eastern Congo. A new treatment center opened in Bunia to help combat the outbreak, which continues to spread despite efforts to control it.
Key Facts
Five patients have recovered from the Bundibugyo Ebola virus in eastern Congo.
The Bundibugyo virus currently has no approved treatment or vaccine.
There are 906 suspected Ebola cases and 223 suspected deaths reported so far.
Neighboring Uganda has confirmed nine cases and one death linked to the outbreak.
A new Ebola treatment center opened in Bunia, the capital of Ituri province.
Attacks by local residents against health centers have occurred due to conflicts with burial customs.
Rebel groups, including the Allied Democratic Forces, have attacked the region, making response efforts harder.
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus emphasized community involvement and early treatment to stop the outbreak.
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A mining tunnel collapsed at an illegal mine in Yunnan province, China, early Sunday morning. Five people died and one was injured; rescuers treated the survivor in stable condition. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.
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The collapse happened around 4:30 a.m. in Huize County, Yunnan province, southwest China.
The mine was operating illegally.
Six people were trapped; five died and one was injured but survived.
Rescuers pulled all six people out of the collapsed site in Baiwu village.
The authorities have started investigating what caused the collapse.
About a week earlier, a coal mine explosion in Shanxi province killed at least 82 people.
That previous accident involved serious legal violations by the mine’s operator.
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A new pill named daraxonrasib has helped people with advanced pancreatic cancer live longer. In a study, patients taking the pill lived nearly twice as long as those on chemotherapy, with fewer serious side effects.
Key Facts
Daraxonrasib blocks a mutated protein that drives tumor growth in over 90% of pancreatic cancer cases.
The drug nearly doubled median survival time: 13.2 months versus 6.7 months for chemotherapy.
The study involved 500 patients with metastatic pancreatic cancer resistant to prior treatments.
Patients taking the pill reported less pain and better quality of life as tumors shrank.
Side effects included rash and mouth sores, which affected some patients’ ability to continue treatment.
The drug’s maker is Revolution Medicines, and the FDA is speeding up its approval process.
The FDA allows expanded access to the drug now for eligible patients.
Pancreatic cancer is very deadly, with about 67,000 new U.S. cases and over 52,000 deaths expected this year.
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Japan’s Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said Japan is not trying to bring back militarism but is concerned about China rapidly increasing its military power without much openness. He emphasized Japan’s peaceful history and willingness to talk with China to keep the region stable.
Key Facts
Japan denies accusations of returning to militarism despite changing its defense policies.
China is increasing its military spending quickly and not being transparent about it.
Japan does not have nuclear weapons or strategic bombers, unlike China.
China’s Foreign Ministry warned others about Japan’s so-called “neo-militarism.”
At a defense forum in Singapore, a Chinese general criticized Japan for its past militarism.
Japan’s Prime Minister warned that Japan might respond if China attacks Taiwan.
Japan recently ended its ban on exporting lethal weapons, changing a long-standing pacifist stance.
Japan calls for strong international cooperation to maintain peace and prevent conflict.
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Five people have recovered from a rare type of Ebola called the Bundibugyo virus during the current outbreak in Congo and Uganda. The World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes that early medical care can help people survive, even though there is no approved vaccine or treatment yet.
Key Facts
The Bundibugyo virus is causing an Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda.
Five patients have recovered from the virus so far.
There are at least 906 suspected cases and 223 deaths reported.
Confirmed cases total 134, with 18 deaths in Congo and Uganda.
Uganda has confirmed 9 cases and 1 death.
The virus is spreading faster than treatment efforts can keep up.
Local communities sometimes resist medical protocols that conflict with traditional burial practices.
Conflict and attacks by rebel groups in the affected areas are making the response harder.
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Japan’s Defense Minister Shinjirō Koizumi denied China’s claim that Japan is starting a "new militarism" due to its recent defense actions. He emphasized that Japan’s military growth is not aimed at any country, and Japan remains open to dialogue with China despite concerns about China’s own military expansion.
Key Facts
Japan has increased its defense spending and partnered more closely with the U.S., the Philippines, and Australia.
Japan has eased rules on exporting lethal weapons, marking a shift in its postwar defense policy.
China accuses Japan of "remilitarization" and references Japan’s World War II military history.
Japan’s constitution limits its military to defensive purposes and renounces war as a sovereign right.
Defense Minister Koizumi said Japan’s policies are not about confrontation with any country.
Koizumi expressed concern about China’s expanding military and lack of transparency.
China did not send a high-level defense official to the regional security summit, while Japan continued to strengthen ties with other countries in the Indo-Pacific.
Japan supports ongoing, open dialogue with China despite tensions.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy gave a full interview to CBS News, with part of it shown on the program "Face the Nation" on May 31, 2026. The interview covers topics related to Ukraine’s situation and leadership.
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The interview features Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
It was conducted by Margaret Brennan from CBS News.
A part of the interview aired on "Face the Nation" on May 31, 2026.
The full interview is available to watch on CBS News platforms.
The conversation focuses on issues related to Ukraine.
CBS News used multiple platforms to share the interview, including their app and website.
The interview is part of ongoing news coverage about Ukraine’s current events.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine expects a large attack from Russia soon, involving drones and missiles. He warned civilians to be careful and use bomb shelters. He also said Russia is taking more risks by attacking near NATO countries to pressure them politically.
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Ukraine expects a big Russian attack using drones, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles either tonight or tomorrow night.
Recent Russian attacks included about 600 Iranian-made drones and around 30 ballistic missiles.
Ukraine relies on weapons from partners and its own production to defend against these attacks.
A Russian drone hit a building in Romania and a Turkish ship; both countries are NATO members.
President Zelenskyy believes Russia is trying to pressure NATO countries not to help Ukraine.
Russia has conducted drone attacks near Romania, Poland, and the Baltic countries to test NATO defenses.
Ukraine shares intelligence with the United States and European countries about Russian plans.
President Zelenskyy calls for stronger unity and response from NATO against these attacks and risks.
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A retired Nigerian army general and his wife were kidnapped by armed men in northwest Nigeria. The army is working to rescue them as kidnappings and violent attacks continue in the region.
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Retired Major General Rabe Abubakar and his wife were abducted from their car in Katsina state.
Abubakar was a military spokesman from 2015 to 2017.
The kidnapping was carried out by armed men known locally as "bandits," who often kidnap for ransom in the area.
The general's driver escaped despite being shot during the attack.
The region has ongoing security problems including attacks by criminal gangs and militant jihadists.
A US airstrike targeted an alleged militant camp in nearby Sokoto state in December 2023.
Days before the kidnapping, at least 16 people were killed in a violent attack in Katsina state.
Government efforts to stop kidnappings include discouraging ransom payments and increasing security during holidays like Eid al-Adha.
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President Donald Trump’s recent military actions in Iran are widely seen as a defeat and a poorly planned conflict. While this conflict is much smaller than the Vietnam War, it could still have a major effect on U.S. foreign policy and global relations.
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In 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson justified the Vietnam War as a way for countries to control their own future and protect U.S. freedom.
The Vietnam War lasted years and cost the lives of over 58,000 U.S. soldiers.
Presidents often enter wars with strong military power but struggle against weaker opponents.
President Trump opposed long, unclear wars and believed military power didn’t guarantee victory.
Trump’s brief conflict in Iran is seen as badly planned and confusing, with few clear goals.
The Iran conflict involved fewer U.S. casualties (13 deaths) and has not deeply divided American society.
Experts suggest that the Vietnam War led to American public distrust in the government and political cynicism.
The long-term global impact of the Iran conflict might be greater than Vietnam’s, potentially changing how the U.S. manages international conflicts.
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