A large synagogue in Michigan reopened six months after a terror attack where a man drove a truck filled with fireworks and gasoline into the building. The attack was seen as a targeted attack on the Jewish community, causing damage and forcing people to take shelter inside.
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The Temple Israel synagogue in Michigan is one of the largest in the United States.
The attack happened on March 12 when Ayman Mohamad Ghazali crashed a truck with fireworks and gasoline into the synagogue.
More than 140 people sheltered inside during the attack, including young children.
The building suffered water and smoke damage, destroying religious items.
The estimated rebuilding cost is over $40 million, plus $12 million for new security features.
Ghazali died from a self-inflicted gunshot during the attack.
Federal officials said the attack was terrorism inspired by Hezbollah, a group backed by Iran and listed by the U.S. as a terrorist organization.
Ghazali’s two brothers were reportedly part of Hezbollah and died in an Israeli airstrike shortly before the attack.
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Forecasters are watching several areas for possible tropical storms in both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. The National Hurricane Center reports low to moderate chances of storm formation, with higher chances in the Pacific due to El Niño weather conditions.
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Two areas in the Atlantic have up to a 30% chance of developing into tropical storms within seven days.
One Atlantic system near Bermuda is no longer expected to develop because of bad winds and dry air.
In the Eastern Pacific, three systems are being monitored, with two likely to become tropical depressions soon.
One Pacific system southwest of Baja California has an 80% chance of forming a tropical depression within seven days.
Another Pacific system east of that has an 80% chance of forming within a week, with development expected late this weekend or early next week.
A tropical depression is a storm with winds under 39 mph; if winds reach 39 to 73 mph, it becomes a tropical storm, and over 74 mph is a hurricane.
El Niño is a climate pattern with warmer Pacific water, which tends to increase Pacific hurricane activity but reduce it in the Atlantic.
Experts expect more storms in the Pacific and fewer in the Atlantic this hurricane season because of El Niño.
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A pregnant woman in California, Amanda Webb, was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer after a prenatal scan suggested her baby might have a serious genetic condition. After treatment, she has now been cancer-free for five years and is raising her young son.
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Amanda Webb was 31 weeks pregnant when a routine scan showed possible trisomy 13 in her baby.
Follow-up tests revealed the baby was healthy, but doctors suspected cancer in Amanda due to unusual blood test results.
Amanda underwent several tests including a colonoscopy and liver biopsy while still pregnant.
She was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer and started chemotherapy during her pregnancy.
Amanda gave birth to her son Levi by C-section and continued chemotherapy after delivery.
Despite the poor typical survival rate for Stage 4 colon cancer, she has been cancer-free for five years.
Amanda received strong support from family and friends during her treatment and recovery.
She is now focusing on raising her son and living healthy post-cancer.
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Health official Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke at a meeting organized by a group he used to lead, which has raised doubts about vaccines. Dr. Céline Gounder provided information to counter false claims and explain vaccine safety.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is the head of a group that questions vaccine safety.
He was the main speaker at a recent conference for this group.
Dr. Céline Gounder appeared on CBS News to discuss vaccine safety.
Dr. Gounder addressed and corrected some false claims about vaccines.
Vaccines are widely considered safe by health experts.
The conference and discussion highlight ongoing debates about vaccines.
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Australia has introduced new rules to protect children under 16 from using social media and plans to create more digital safety laws. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese wants other countries to join in these efforts to stop harm caused by social media, including letting users choose not to see harmful algorithm-driven content.
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Australia banned children under 16 from having social media accounts, closing about 5 million accounts.
Countries like France, Brazil, and Indonesia are adopting similar rules.
Prime Minister Albanese announced new plans for a digital duty of care and user options to avoid harmful algorithms.
Two-thirds of Australians support laws requiring social media companies to reduce risks to users.
Albanese will discuss these issues with tech leaders like Apple’s Tim Cook during a U.S. visit.
Australia aims to set a global example in online safety, especially for children.
Concerns exist about Australia’s growing number of data centers powering AI and their impact on local communities.
Experts note Australia’s leadership in digital safety is notable, though other countries like the Netherlands also have strong user protections.
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A Swedish teenager named Chai was sentenced to over 10 years in prison for attempted murder, rape, and assault committed online. The crimes targeted victims in Germany and Australia and involved a violent online network that pressures young people to harm themselves or others.
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Chai, 18 years old, committed crimes between ages 15 and 17.
He was convicted of attempted murder of a young person in Germany and several sexual and violent offenses against a teenager in Australia.
The crimes were carried out through sadistic extortion networks online, which force victims to create harmful or sexual content.
Swedish courts recognized that violent crimes can be punished even when done remotely via the internet.
The networks involved young people recruiting other young people to participate in violence and self-harm.
Similar cases have led to long prison sentences internationally, including a 77-year sentence in the US for a related offender.
Authorities warn that these harmful online groups may grow and stress the importance of recognizing warning signs like self-harm and isolation.
Mental health support is available in Australia, the UK, and the US for those affected by similar issues.
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Conjoined twin sisters were successfully separated in a long surgery at a children's hospital in St. Louis. After the surgery, the twins were able to see each other face-to-face for the first time.
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The two girls were born joined together, which is called being conjoined twins.
Doctors performed a lengthy surgery to separate them.
The surgery took place at a children's hospital in St. Louis.
After the operation, the twins could see each other clearly.
This was the first time they could look at each other without being physically connected.
The procedure required a team of specialized surgeons.
Such surgeries are complex and involve careful planning.
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Russia started a three-day vote for its parliament during wartime, with little opposition expected and the Kremlin likely to keep strong control. The election aims to show public support for the government’s actions in Ukraine, and many dissenting voices have been removed or silenced.
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The voting lasts from Friday to Sunday and includes electronic ballots to increase voter turnout.
Over 111 million Russians are eligible to vote in this parliamentary election.
The main party, United Russia, is expected to keep most seats in the State Duma, the lower house of parliament.
Voters cast two ballots: one for political parties and another for individual candidates in local areas.
President Vladimir Putin called the vote a show of unity and shared values among Russians.
The only party openly against the war, Yabloko, was removed from the ballot, and some anti-war politicians are jailed or in exile.
Recent drone attacks in Russia affected fuel supplies and retail warehouses, showing the war’s impact on daily life.
Security concerns led to polling station closures and relocations due to drone threats.
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Stephanie Cole, an actress known for her roles in TV shows like Tenko, Open All Hours, and Doc Martin, has died at the age of 84. She had been living with Alzheimer's disease for several years.
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Stephanie Cole was 84 years old when she died.
She acted in popular TV shows such as Tenko, Open All Hours, and Doc Martin.
She had Alzheimer's disease before she passed away.
Cole also appeared in shows like Coronation Street and Waiting for God.
She supported mental health charities during her life.
Her acting career covered TV, radio, film, and theatre.
Cole trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.
Her last major TV role was in the BBC comedy The Cleaner in 2021.
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European leaders are discussing a possible tax on big energy companies to reduce their high profits as fuel prices rise sharply in the EU. This comes amid fears of political unrest ahead of elections in several countries due to soaring costs of living caused by expensive fuel and gas.
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EU countries are considering a windfall tax on energy firms because fuel prices have reached record highs.
Oil prices have gone above $100 a barrel, partly due to conflicts in the Middle East threatening supply routes.
Fuel prices are at record levels in several EU countries: diesel and petrol in Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark, and Finland.
Across the EU, petrol costs 24% more than last year, diesel 38% more, and jet fuel over twice as much.
The EU Commission says it has no current plan for a unified tax but is open to discussions; countries can impose their own taxes.
Italy plans to cut road tax and diesel duty to help drivers, costing over €4 billion combined.
France faces protests from fishers over high diesel prices, leading to temporary blockades of ports and fuel depots.
French government offers zero-interest loans and extends fuel subsidies for some sectors but avoids broad price cuts.
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Princess Diana’s brother, Charles Spencer, says in his new book that Prince Charles appeared cheerful soon after Diana died in a car crash in Paris in 1997. This statement was shared during an interview on CBS News.
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Princess Diana died in a car accident in Paris in 1997.
Her brother is Charles Spencer.
Charles Spencer wrote a new book discussing the events after Diana’s death.
In the book, he says Prince Charles seemed "upbeat" shortly after Diana passed away.
The claim was discussed in an interview on CBS Sunday Morning.
The information was reported by CBS News.
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Real Madrid President Florentino Perez visited Ceuta city hall to show support for the Spanish territory. He said his visit was planned weeks ago and was not connected to recent events, including recent immigration issues affecting Ceuta.
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Florentino Perez attended an event at Ceuta city hall on Friday.
Perez said the visit was planned for several weeks and unrelated to recent news.
Ceuta is a Spanish territory that experienced over 70,000 irregular crossings from Morocco in July.
Real Madrid players had recently shown support for Ceuta by wearing shirts with the message “We are all mackerels,” a nickname for people from Ceuta.
Some players, including Kylian Mbappe, chose not to display the message and explained they did not want to prioritize one group’s suffering over another.
Real Madrid respects players' freedom to make their own decisions about such messages.
Perez was accompanied by honorary Real Madrid President Jose Martinez Pirri, who is from Ceuta.
The visit aimed to express solidarity and hope for a return to normal life in Ceuta soon.
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A Louisiana jury found Danette Colbert guilty of negligent homicide and racketeering in the death of Telemundo reporter Adan Manzano, who died after ingesting alcohol and Xanax. Colbert and her accomplice Rickey White ran a criminal scheme that targeted victims for robbery, with Colbert found guilty while White was acquitted of homicide.
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Danette Colbert, 49, was convicted of negligent homicide and racketeering related to Adan Manzano’s death.
Adan Manzano, a Telemundo reporter, died in his hotel room in early February after taking alcohol and Xanax.
Colbert and Rickey White, 35, led a criminal enterprise that drugged victims for robbery in New Orleans’ French Quarter.
White was acquitted of manslaughter but convicted of racketeering; the charge can lead to up to 50 years in prison.
Colbert faces a maximum of 10 years for negligent homicide; the prosecution had sought manslaughter charges carrying up to 40 years.
Another accomplice, Christian Anderson, testified against Colbert and White and received a reduced sentence for robbery and fraud.
Manzano’s death occurred shortly before the Super Bowl last year, and he left behind a young daughter.
Sentencing for Colbert and White is set for late September.
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European Union leaders welcomed Canada as an associate member, calling it the first of its kind. However, Turkey, which has been an associate member for over 60 years, was not included in this new status.
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The EU named Canada its "first associate member."
Turkey has been an associate member of the EU for more than 60 years.
Despite Turkey's long association, it was not given the new associate membership status.
The decision highlights a difference in how Canada and Turkey are treated by the EU.
Associate membership means a special relationship but not full EU membership.
The announcement was made by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
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French President Emmanuel Macron held a rare meeting with political party leaders to discuss rising energy prices in France. The meeting also addressed economic challenges such as high energy costs, borrowing expenses, limited government spending options, and the political difficulty of pension reforms ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
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President Macron called together party leaders at the Élysée Palace to discuss energy price increases.
Soaring energy costs are creating economic pressure in France.
Scientists have officially identified a new species of wildcat in Bolivia called Leopardus tilcayo after nearly 10 years of research. The cat was first found when a local man took in an unusual kitten from the forest, which led researchers to study and name the species.
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Leopardus tilcayo is the first new cat species discovered in more than 100 years.
It lives in the Bolivian Yungas, a cloud forest along the eastern Andes mountains.
The species was previously unknown to science but known locally by its Bolivian name.
The discovery was confirmed through a detailed genetic study published in the journal Current Biology.
The kitten was found by a local man who thought it was a lost pet but later realized it was wild.
The cat’s distinct features include a small scrunched face, short round ears, long whiskers, and leopard-like spots.
Illegal wildlife trade and wildfires threaten wild animals like this cat in Bolivia.
Researchers do not yet know if Leopardus tilcayo lives only in one area or more widely in the forest.
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Hundreds of thousands of Iranians took part in a large government-organized rally to show support for their country amid ongoing war and U.S. pressure. Many volunteered to receive military training to help defend Iran, while Iran claimed it attacked an oil tanker in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
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The rally in Tehran drew hundreds of thousands of people and was organized by Iran's government.
Over 600,000 people registered for military training, with expectations of more than 1 million participants.
Volunteers will support Iran’s Revolutionary Guard and Basij militia in security and defense roles.
The rally included displays of military equipment like anti-aircraft guns, trucks with machine guns, and drones.
Iran claimed it attacked the Trend, a Togo-flagged oil tanker, which caused a fire that was quickly put out.
The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial waterway for global oil and gas shipments and a focal point of conflict.
Some rally participants chanted slogans against the U.S. and Israel and trampled their flags.
The event also showed Iran’s effort to prepare for defending the country and suppress possible future protests.
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A man tried to attack Temple Israel, a synagogue in Detroit, by driving a car filled with explosives into the building in March. The man died in the attempt, but no one else was killed. The synagogue is now reopening in time for the Jewish high holidays.
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The attack happened in March at Temple Israel synagogue in Detroit.
The attacker drove a car packed with explosives into the synagogue.
Only the attacker died during the incident.
No other people were killed or seriously injured.
Temple Israel synagogue is reopening after the attack.
The reopening is timed for the Jewish high holidays, important religious days.
Investigators confirmed the event was an attempted terror attack.
The community is returning to use the synagogue soon after this event.
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Russia has increased pressure on countries supporting Ukraine by summoning the UK’s top diplomat and seizing Russian assets of several French and Swiss companies. Russia also warned of potential attacks on Ukraine’s allies, while European leaders expressed concern about Russian hybrid threats like drone and cyberattacks.
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Russia summoned Britain’s charge d’affaires in Moscow to protest UK arms shipments to Ukraine.
Russia accused the UK of supporting what it called “terrorism and war crimes” by aiding Ukraine.
Poland’s Prime Minister warned Russia might carry out disguised drone and missile strikes on countries supporting Ukraine.
French President Emmanuel Macron said Russia’s hybrid threats are increasing and ordered protections for key infrastructure.
Russia seized the Russian operations of Swiss company Nestle and three French firms: Auchan, Lemana Pro, and FM Logistics.
Russia placed the seized companies under a new management controlled by the Russian Ministry of Interior.
Kremlin said the seizures are temporary and due to the companies being from “unfriendly” countries.
Ukraine continues to face Russian strikes as it hosts a meeting with several European countries to discuss cooperation.
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Yemen’s anti-Houthi forces suffered a sudden and large defeat along the west coast, losing control of many areas including key locations. There are ongoing investigations into why the attack failed, including accusations that some fighters may have been bribed to abandon their positions.
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Over 15 brigades of Yemen’s anti-Houthi forces were defeated, and the west coast fell under Houthi control.
Some claim billions of dollars were paid to defenders to cause them to retreat, but the source of the money is unclear.
Around 30,000 fighters reportedly retreated during the collapse.
The Houthis captured the National Resistance Forces headquarters on Jabal al-Nar, a strategic high ground.
The National Resistance Forces said their retreat was tactical, after losing 500 soldiers and to avoid being surrounded.
There are suggestions of poor communication, divisions among fighters, and strong Houthi intelligence contributing to the defeat.
The Houthis have grown stronger over the years, with advanced weapons, drones, and some weapons made within Yemen.
Both Yemen’s government and Saudi Arabia are reviewing the defeat to try to stop further Houthi advances.
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