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Around 60,000 migrants entered the Spanish territory of Ceuta from Morocco in a few days. Many left Ceuta on their own because there was not enough food, water, or shelter, but some people stayed. Spain's prime minister described the event as an attack.
Key Facts
60,000 migrants arrived in Ceuta from Morocco starting last Thursday.
Ceuta is a small Spanish territory located in North Africa.
Many migrants left Ceuta voluntarily due to shortages of food, water, and shelter.
Thousands of migrants remain in Ceuta despite the difficult conditions.
Spain’s prime minister called the influx an attack.
The situation was reported by Ceuta’s president.
The news was covered by CBS News with a correspondent on the ground.
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A boy with autism received a piano from a stranger who saw his story on local news in 2023. Since then, the boy has amazed many people with his musical talent, and the stranger has become like family to him.
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In 2023, a stranger gifted a piano to a boy with autism.
The stranger learned about the boy through a local news story.
The boy has shown impressive musical ability, attracting wide attention.
The stranger remains involved in the boy’s life and acts like family.
CBS News reporter Steve Hartman revisited this story on his "On the Road" segment.
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About 60,000 migrants crossed into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco, causing a crisis and tensions between Spain and Morocco. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez called the migrant influx an attack on Spain’s territory, while European countries like Italy reacted by changing border rules.
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Around 60,000 migrants entered Ceuta, a Spanish territory in North Africa, from Morocco.
Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez described this migrant influx as an “attack” on Spain’s territorial integrity.
The situation has increased tensions between Spain and Morocco, which have had ongoing disputes over Ceuta.
Italy suspended the Schengen Agreement’s border-free travel rules with Spain due to concerns about the migrant movement.
The UK government is in talks with Spain amid calls by UK politicians to strengthen British borders against migrants.
The crisis has drawn political responses in the UK, including warnings to Prime Minister Andy Burnham to take border control seriously.
The migrant crossing has raised concerns about wider impacts across Europe regarding border security and migration policies.
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A scientist named Professor Christine Maggs spent over 40 years searching for a tiny pink-striped seaweed she first noticed during her PhD studies in UK waters. Recently, researchers found enough of this seaweed to confirm it is a brand new species, adding to the variety of life found in underwater habitats called maerl beds.
Key Facts
Maerl beds are underwater areas made of many small pieces of hard seaweed that create rich habitats for marine life.
In the 1980s, Prof. Christine Maggs discovered a small, pink-striped seaweed she could not identify.
She suspected this seaweed was a new species but needed a bigger sample to prove it.
Two years ago, researchers surveying maerl beds in Cornwall found samples of this seaweed again.
Prof. Maggs used a wine fridge to store and grow the seaweed for DNA testing.
DNA analysis confirmed the pink-striped seaweed is a new species never before known to science.
The new seaweed species is now part of the Natural History Museum’s collection.
The discovery shows that even well-studied habitats like maerl beds can still hide unknown species.
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Daniel Murphy bought a dietary supplement online to build muscle but unknowingly took pills mixed with testosterone. This caused his mental health to decline into psychosis. The supplement company owner and his sister were jailed for illegally selling unapproved medicines and lying about their products.
Key Facts
Daniel Murphy took muscle-building supplements that secretly contained testosterone.
Testosterone is a hormone that can have serious side effects if taken without medical supervision.
Murphy’s mental health worsened over two years, leading to psychosis with delusions about his family.
The company, Paradigm Peptides, sold unapproved and untested supplements worldwide.
Owner Matthew Kawa was sentenced to nearly six years in prison; his sister got over a year.
They lied about product sources, purity, testing, and faked safety certificates.
The supplements were imported from multiple countries despite claims of being made in the US.
The case highlights risks in the growing, unregulated peptide and supplement market popular online.
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Several Ethiopian prisoners on death row in Saudi Arabia have contacted the BBC to share their fears and stories. Many were convicted of drug smuggling amid concerns about unfair trials and lack of legal support. The number of Ethiopian executions has risen sharply in recent years, especially after conflict in their home region.
Key Facts
Ethiopian inmates on death row in Saudi Arabia have reached out to the BBC’s Tigrinya service to tell their stories.
Habtom, one prisoner, has been held in a southern Saudi city prison for over three years and was convicted of smuggling hashish.
About 200 Ethiopian prisoners may be awaiting execution for drug-related offenses in Saudi Arabia.
In the first seven months of this year, 17 Ethiopians have been executed in Saudi Arabia, the highest number among non-Saudis.
Amnesty International reports that just two Ethiopians were executed two years ago, but 35 were executed in 2025.
Human rights groups say trials often lack proper legal representation, fair process, and transparent information for prisoners and their families.
Amnesty and Human Rights Watch describe issues like forced confessions, inadequate translation, and no real chance to appeal without a lawyer.
Saudi authorities have not responded to questions about the fairness of the judicial process in these cases.
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A strong heat wave is spreading across parts of the United States, causing dangerous heat conditions for over 70 million people. This heat is increasing the risk of wildfires and worsening drought conditions.
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A heat dome is causing very high temperatures in the western U.S.
More than 70 million people are under alerts for life-threatening heat.
The heat started in the South and moved westward.
The extreme heat raises the chance of wildfires.
Drought conditions are becoming more severe due to the heat.
The news report came from Oklahoma City.
Authorities are warning people to stay safe during this extended heat wave.
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A former US Congress analyst says the United States is stuck in a tough situation with Iran. The US must either increase its military actions or accept that Iran will control the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway.
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The US is currently at a strategic dead end in its dealings with Iran.
The Strait of Hormuz is an important route for global oil shipments.
Iran wants to assert control over the Strait of Hormuz.
The US can either escalate military actions or accept Iran’s control over the strait.
The analysis comes from a former US Congress analyst.
No new US policy changes have been announced based on this analysis.
The situation highlights ongoing tensions between the US and Iran.
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A new TV series inspired by the 1995 movie "Clueless" will start filming next year. Alicia Silverstone, who starred in the original film, will return for the new show, which will be available on the streaming service Paramount+.
Key Facts
The new show is based on the 1995 film "Clueless."
Filming for the series will begin next year.
Alicia Silverstone, the original lead actress, will reprise her role.
The series will air on Paramount+, a streaming platform.
Lamar Dawson, a SiriusXM radio host, discussed the upcoming show on CBS News.
The announcement was featured on CBS News and available through their app and website.
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The United States and Israel are reportedly planning major attacks on Iran’s energy facilities. President Donald Trump has threatened such actions several times in recent months.
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The U.S. and Israel intend to strike Iran’s energy infrastructure.
These attacks are described as the most severe planned so far.
President Trump has made repeated threats about targeting Iran’s energy sector.
The information comes from multiple unnamed sources.
Margaret Brennan provided more details on CBS News.
The plans are part of ongoing tensions involving Iran’s energy capabilities.
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The Pima County Sheriff's Department released possible ransom notes related to Nancy Guthrie’s kidnapping. The notes mention details about her white Apple Watch and claim that she died suddenly from a medical condition and was buried outdoors.
Key Facts
The notes were released by the Pima County Sheriff's Department.
The notes are thought to be related to the kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie.
They mention Nancy Guthrie’s white Apple Watch.
The notes allege that Nancy died unexpectedly from a medical problem.
They say Nancy Guthrie is buried in a natural outdoor location.
The sheriff’s department hopes the notes will help find her kidnappers.
CBS News reporter Anna Schecter discussed the details of the notes.
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A military F-35 jet crashed at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego, California. The pilot ejected safely and is now in stable condition with injuries that are not life-threatening.
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The crash happened at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego.
The aircraft involved was an F-35 military jet.
The pilot ejected from the jet before the crash.
The pilot's condition is stable.
The injuries sustained are not life-threatening.
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President Donald Trump announced that Hamas has agreed to a ceasefire as part of the next phase of a peace deal for Gaza. This agreement includes the complete disarmament of Hamas, according to Trump.
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President Trump said Hamas agreed to a ceasefire.
The ceasefire is part of a peace deal related to Gaza.
The deal involves Hamas giving up all its weapons.
The ceasefire and disarmament were negotiated by the Board of Peace.
CBS News national security expert Samantha Vinograd provided additional details.
The announcement aims to reduce violence and promote peace in the region.
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An avalanche hit Pakistan's Broad Peak, leaving seven climbers missing out of a group of ten. So far, the bodies of three climbers from Oman, Nepal, and the US have been found, and rescue efforts are ongoing.
Key Facts
The avalanche occurred on Broad Peak in Pakistan.
Ten climbers were in the area when the avalanche happened.
Seven climbers are still missing.
The bodies of three climbers have been recovered.
The recovered climbers were from Oman, Nepal, and the United States.
Rescue operations are continuing as of Saturday.
The incident was reported about six hours ago.
The news is related to Pakistan and the broader Asia region.
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A two-year-old pitbull named Roo was trapped for two days in a dark railway tunnel in San Francisco before being rescued by police. Roo was found scared but unharmed and was returned safely to his owner thanks to his microchip.
Key Facts
Roo, a two-year-old pitbull, ran away from home and got trapped in a San Francisco railway tunnel.
Caltrain workers first thought Roo was hurt or dead when they saw him not moving on the first day.
On the second day, police used flashlights to find Roo alive and scared in the tunnel.
Roo was recently adopted and had run away after being frightened.
Roo was microchipped, which helped locate and contact his owner.
Roo was safely reunited with his owner after the rescue.
Other recent dog rescues have happened in the San Francisco area, such as a dog swimming in the bay being saved by firefighters.
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Bev Craig has been elected as the new mayor of Greater Manchester, succeeding Prime Minister Andy Burnham. She has a background in local government and has served as leader of Manchester City Council and deputy mayor for economy before winning the mayoral by-election.
Key Facts
Bev Craig won the Greater Manchester mayoral by-election with 309,525 votes.
She replaces Andy Burnham, who became Prime Minister on 20 June.
Craig grew up in Belfast and moved to Manchester in 2003 to study politics and history.
She was a Manchester City Council councillor from 2011 and became council leader in 2021.
Craig is the first female and the first openly gay leader of Manchester City Council.
Under her leadership, Manchester’s economy grew more than 3% annually over the last decade.
Challenges during her tenure include a shortage of affordable housing and crime in Piccadilly Gardens.
Her campaign promises include freezing public transport fares and expanding free bus travel for young people.
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Hamas has agreed to a U.S.-supported plan to hand over its weapons and stop controlling Gaza. In exchange, Israeli forces would leave Gaza, aiming to create lasting peace in the area.
Key Facts
Hamas accepted a framework supported by the United States.
The plan involves Hamas giving up its weapons.
Hamas would stop controlling the Gaza Strip.
Israeli military forces would withdraw from Gaza.
The goal is to achieve lasting peace in the region.
The deal marks a significant step in resolving the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
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Bev Craig, representing the Labour Party, was elected mayor of Greater Manchester after a vote held due to Andy Burnham leaving to become Britain’s prime minister. Craig won the runoff election with 66.3% of the vote, despite a low voter turnout of 25%.
Key Facts
Bev Craig is the new mayor of Greater Manchester, replacing Andy Burnham.
Andy Burnham left the mayor position to become the prime minister of the United Kingdom on July 20, 2026.
Craig won 66.3% of the vote in a runoff against Sian Astley from Reform UK.
Voter turnout was 25%, the lowest since the mayor position was created in 2017.
Voters marked first and second choices; since no candidate won over 50% in the first round, a runoff was held.
Bev Craig was previously the leader of Manchester City Council.
Labour had poor results in local council elections in Greater Manchester less than three months before this mayoral election.
The Labour Party regained some strength with Craig’s win after earlier election losses that contributed to the resignation of the former Labour leader and boosted Burnham’s rise to prime minister.
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Tens of thousands of migrants crossed from Morocco into the Spanish city of Ceuta in North Africa. Spain is sending soldiers and resources to manage the situation, and many migrants have returned to Morocco.
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Tens of thousands of migrants entered Ceuta, a Spanish city in North Africa.
The migrants crossed the border from Morocco.
Spain is deploying troops and resources to handle the situation in Ceuta.
Many migrants have already returned to Morocco.
Ceuta is a small Spanish territory located on the northern coast of Africa.
The migrant movement is a recent and large-scale event.
Spain is coordinating efforts to control its border and assist affected areas.
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A strong earthquake in Japan has caused at least 34 deaths. Meanwhile, a heatwave affected the western U.S., a Marine fighter jet crashed in California, and President Trump said the U.S. has not approved Ukraine building Patriot missiles to help against Russia.
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At least 34 people died due to a recent powerful earthquake in Japan.
A heat dome, meaning very hot weather, covered much of the western United States.
A Marine Corps fighter jet crashed at Miramar Air Station in California.
President Donald Trump stated that the U.S. has not agreed to allow Ukraine to build Patriot missiles.
The Patriot missile system is used for defense and could help Ukraine in its conflict with Russia.
These events were reported together in a news wrap on Friday.
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