Doctors in St. Louis completed a 24-hour surgery to separate twin sisters who were joined at the head. After the operation, the two-year-old girls were able to see each other face-to-face for the first time.
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The twins were joined at the head, a condition known as craniopagus.
They were two years old when the surgery took place.
The surgery lasted 24 hours.
The operation happened at a children's hospital in St. Louis.
The twins saw each other face-to-face right after they were separated.
This type of surgery is very complex and rare.
A reporter named Ian Lee covered the story for CBS News.
The event was shared through CBS News platforms, including their app.
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The U.S. State Department has approved a possible sale of F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia worth $24 billion. This decision comes even though some defense officials and members of Congress had concerns about the deal.
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The State Department gave initial approval for selling F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia.
The sale could be valued at about $24 billion.
F-35 jets are advanced fighter aircraft used by the U.S. military.
Some U.S. defense officials were worried about sharing this technology.
Lawmakers also expressed concerns about the sale.
The approval is a step in allowing Saudi Arabia to buy these jets.
Further government reviews and approvals may still be required.
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Latvia has banned hockey player Alex Ovechkin and boxing official Umar Kremlev from entering the country. This decision came after Ovechkin appeared in a political ad for a party supported by Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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Latvia barred Alex Ovechkin, a Washington Capitals hockey player, from entering the country.
Ovechkin appeared in a political ad for a Russian party backed by President Vladimir Putin.
Umar Kremlev, president of the International Boxing Association, was also banned from Latvia.
The decision was made by Latvia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Baiba Braže.
The bans are part of Latvia’s list of people they want to keep out due to political reasons.
The move reflects Latvia’s stance against Russian political influence.
Ovechkin is a well-known Russian athlete, and Kremlev holds a key boxing leadership role.
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A video shows a young child trying to run away from home but quickly facing the challenges of the outside world. The clip highlights a common childhood experience where kids test their independence and learn about reality.
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The video captures a child planning to run away from home.
The child soon encounters difficulties outside the home environment.
The situation illustrates a common childhood rite of passage.
The footage was featured in a CBS News story by Tony Dokoupil.
This story was made available on the CBS News app and website.
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A synagogue in Michigan has reopened six months after a terrorist attack. The attacker used a truck loaded with explosives to damage the building, but now it has been repaired and is open again.
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The attack happened six months ago at a synagogue in Michigan.
A truck filled with explosives was driven into the synagogue.
The attack caused major damage to the building.
The synagogue has now been repaired and restored.
Photos have been released showing the synagogue reopened.
The reopening marks a recovery from the attack.
The incident was treated as a terrorist attack by authorities.
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The number of migrants crossing to Europe by sea dropped by 39% in early 2026 compared to last year, but more people are dying or going missing on these dangerous journeys. Most migrants flee poverty, war, or violence, and many boats come from North Africa, especially Libya. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) urges safer legal routes and international cooperation to protect migrants.
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About 60,000 migrants reached Europe by sea in early 2026, down from 98,000 in the same period last year.
At least 2,292 people died or went missing crossing, up from 1,999 the previous year.
The Mediterranean and Atlantic routes are the deadliest sea paths for migrants.
Central Mediterranean arrivals dropped by over half, but deaths rose from 844 to 996.
Greece had fewer arrivals but more deaths, increasing from 284 to 417.
Spain saw fewer arrivals and deaths but still reported 879 deaths or disappearances.
Most migrants reported economic hardship, conflict, or violence as reasons for leaving.
The European Union agreed to new rules in June to deport migrants to countries outside the EU.
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Princess Diana’s brother gave an interview on CBS Sunday Morning where he shared new claims about the British royal family. He said he wanted to tell the true story about their history.
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The interview with Princess Diana’s brother will be shown on CBS Sunday Morning.
He made new accusations against the British royal family.
He said he felt it was his duty to share what he believes is the true history.
The interview was previewed by reporter Holly Williams.
The content highlights ongoing interest and controversies surrounding Princess Diana’s family.
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Flames were seen coming from a plane’s engine shortly after it took off on a flight to Mexico. Passengers recorded the incident, which happened just minutes into the flight.
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The incident involved a plane traveling to Mexico.
Flames were visible coming from one of the plane’s engines after takeoff.
Passengers captured video footage of the flames.
The event occurred within minutes of the plane leaving the ground.
The reason for the flames and the plane’s safety after the incident were not detailed in the report.
CBS News shared the video and reported on the situation.
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Female medical students from Afghanistan studying in Pakistan are facing possible deportation after Pakistan’s Medical and Dental Council ordered Afghan students to return home. Many fear losing their chance to continue their education because the Taliban government in Afghanistan bans women from studying or working beyond primary school.
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Pakistan’s Medical and Dental Council told all medical colleges to send Afghan students back to Afghanistan.
A temporary court order in Lahore has stopped immediate deportation but may not last.
Over two million Afghans have left Pakistan recently, with many deportations since 2023.
Pakistan blames Afghanistan’s Taliban government for supporting militant groups, which Afghanistan denies.
Afghan female students say they have worked hard and want to continue their education despite political tensions.
Amnesty International called Pakistan’s order unfair and against international human rights.
Afghan students claim their colleges are responsible for registering them with the medical council, not themselves.
Many female Afghan students fear they will lose all education opportunities if sent back under Taliban rule.
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The UK government is encouraging people to prepare for possible war by stockpiling food and water and updating emergency plans. Military leaders warn the current threat from Russia is serious, with concerns about cyberattacks and other modern warfare tactics rather than traditional battles.
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The UK government is updating its "war book," a plan last revised decades ago.
The Chief of Defence Staff called the current period the most dangerous in his career due to the threat from Russia.
The government advises citizens to prepare for severe disruptions, including storing canned food and water.
Experts say modern war risks include cyberattacks and cutting undersea cables, not just conventional military invasions.
Britain has not faced war on its own soil for 80 years, raising questions about public readiness.
Historical memories of World War One influence how Britain views war today.
Some academics say European countries, including the UK, are not fully psychologically ready for war and may underestimate current threats.
There is ongoing debate about increasing defense spending and public willingness to accept related sacrifices.
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Earl Spencer, the brother of Princess Diana, has published a new book with several claims about King Charles and Diana’s life and death. Buckingham Palace has denied the accuracy of the book, and the public reaction includes support and criticism from different sides.
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Earl Spencer’s book includes claims that King Charles was extremely happy when he learned of Diana’s death.
The book says Diana thought about suicide but did not act on it because of her love for her sons.
The late Queen reportedly offered to restore Diana’s royal title on the day of her funeral.
Earl Spencer suggests King Charles saw Diana’s death as a chance to marry the woman he loved.
Buckingham Palace responded by saying grief can affect memory and judgment.
King Charles’s former communications chief defended Charles, saying he wanted to respect Diana’s memory.
The book has caused a public disagreement described as a "war of words" between King Charles and Earl Spencer.
While these events unfolded, King Charles was attending an AI summit in Scotland.
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Scientists have discovered a new species of small wild cat in the forests of Bolivia. This cat, about the size of a house cat, was previously mistaken for other similar wild cats but DNA tests show it is a distinct species, named Leopardus tilcayo or "Tigrino."
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The new wild cat species was found in Bolivia's forests and is about the size of a domestic cat.
Only one confirmed living member of this species is known, living in a wildlife sanctuary.
It was previously confused with similar wild cats called tiger cats, found across Central and South America.
The discovery was made after DNA studies comparing living animals and museum samples.
The species is called Leopardus tilcayo, nicknamed "Tigrino."
Tiger cats are vulnerable due to habitat loss, deforestation, and hunting.
This discovery suggests there may be five tiger cat species, not three as previously thought.
Scientists hope this finding will help conservation efforts by identifying the species and where it lives.
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The UK Home Secretary, Shabana Mahmood, called anti-asylum activist Daniel Thomas a far-right racist and said he will face legal action if his group breaks the law while protesting asylum seeker arrivals in Piddington, Oxfordshire. Following a symbolic local vote against the new asylum center, Mahmood reassured villagers that asylum seekers will have self-contained facilities to avoid pressuring local resources.
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Daniel Thomas is an anti-asylum activist and co-founder of the Patriot Platform known for far-right views.
The Home Secretary warned Thomas his group will face the full force of the law if they commit crimes near asylum sites.
Piddington villagers held a symbolic vote where 285 voted against the asylum center, and 26 supported it.
The asylum seekers are due to be housed at a former defense site in Oxfordshire.
Mahmood said facilities for asylum seekers will be self-contained to reduce pressure on local services.
Daniel Thomas visited Piddington after the vote and spoke with some residents.
Local officials invited political parties to visit and engage with the village community.
The Home Secretary distinguished between local concerns and extremist takeover of the debate.
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A BBC investigation by health correspondent Sharon Barbour reveals a growing scandal in County Durham involving breast cancer patients who were told they did not need mastectomies, which are surgeries to remove breast tissue. The programme looks into concerns about breast cancer treatment and care in the area.
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The investigation focuses on breast cancer care in County Durham, UK.
Some women were told their mastectomy surgeries were unnecessary.
The programme aims to expose problems and harm caused by these medical decisions.
The report is part of a BBC health investigation.
The programme first aired on September 18, 2026, and lasts 29 minutes.
It is linked to a broader investigation into breast cancer care in the northeast of England.
The story highlights patient experiences and NHS (National Health Service) treatment issues.
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An F-16 fighter jet crashed in northern Michigan near Traverse City on Thursday. The pilot safely ejected before the jet hit the ground, and the crash missed nearby homes.
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The crash happened in northern Michigan, a few miles south of Traverse City.
The aircraft involved was an F-16 fighter jet.
The pilot ejected safely before the crash.
The jet hit the ground but did not damage any homes nearby.
The incident took place on a Thursday.
CBS News reported on this event with Jason Allen as the reporter.
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A 16th-century Aztec manuscript called the Codex Azcatitlan is on loan from France to Mexico for display almost 200 years after it was taken to France. Mexico wants France to return the manuscript permanently because it tells the history of the Aztec Empire and is important to Mexican heritage.
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The Codex Azcatitlan is an ancient Aztec manuscript that shows the rise and fall of the Aztec Empire using pictures.
It was created shortly after the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire in the 16th century.
The manuscript has been in France for nearly two centuries, held by the National Library of France.
France loaned the Codex to Mexico to mark 200 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Mexico has asked France to permanently return the Codex, along with other colonial-era cultural items held abroad.
Over 16,200 cultural items have been returned to Mexico from various countries since 2018.
The Codex Azcatitlan was brought to France by a French researcher and later given to the French National Library in 1898.
Mexico’s Foreign Minister and Indigenous community members see the manuscript as an important part of Mexico’s history and identity.
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A high school teacher found T. rex footprints in the Badlands of North Dakota. Kent Hups, a research associate from the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, spoke about this discovery.
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The discovery involves footprints made by a Tyrannosaurus rex (T. rex).
The footprints were found in the Badlands area of North Dakota.
A high school teacher made the discovery.
Kent Hups is a research associate at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science.
The discovery was recent, reported on September 17, 2026.
The finding adds to knowledge about where T. rex lived and moved.
Such footprints help scientists learn more about dinosaur behavior.
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Scientists studied fossilized teeth to estimate the body temperature of the T. rex. They found it was about 97 degrees Fahrenheit, close to the body temperature of modern elephants and humans.
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Researchers used chemical patterns in T. rex teeth enamel to estimate its body temperature.
The study shows T. rex had a body temperature around 97°F (36°C).
This temperature is similar to modern warm-blooded animals like elephants and humans.
Earlier ideas suggested dinosaurs were cold-blooded, but evidence now supports they were warm-blooded.
Knowing T. rex’s temperature helps scientists understand how it lived and survived in different climates.
The study was published in the journal Science Advances.
This method could be applied to other dinosaurs to learn about their biology.
Scientists believe body temperature may have helped T. rex become a top predator in its time.
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A judge ruled that the Kennedy Center must give a 30-day warning before making big changes to its building. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney supports an idea that Canada could join the European Union as an associate member. NASA found a large new crater on the Moon.
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A federal judge ordered the Kennedy Center to provide 30 days' notice before major building changes.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomed a plan for Canada to become the EU’s first associate member.
The European Union is a political and economic group of European countries.
NASA discovered a large new crater on the Moon’s surface.
The crater was not known before this discovery.
The Kennedy Center is an important cultural building in the United States.
Associate membership means a country has a special partnership but is not a full EU member.
The news wrap covers different topics from culture to international politics and space exploration.
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YouTube star Ms Rachel is matching rapper Macklemore’s $1 million donation to groups helping Palestinians. Macklemore was removed from Ed Sheeran’s tour after speaking out in support of Palestinians, and several others have shown support or taken actions related to this issue.
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Macklemore pledged to give all his earnings from Ed Sheeran’s tour to organizations supporting Palestinians.
Macklemore was fired from the tour after saying “Free Palestine” during a concert.
Ms Rachel, a children’s entertainer with over 21 million subscribers, is matching Macklemore’s $1 million donation.
Ms Rachel’s donation will go to the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund, focused on helping Palestinian children.
Macklemore’s comments received criticism from groups aligned with Israel and from singer Pink.
Macklemore apologized for a previous costume that was considered offensive to Jewish people.
Ed Sheeran said stadium owners decided to remove Macklemore from the tour.
Ed Sheeran and Robert Kraft, owner of Gillette Stadium, are each donating $2 million to Palestinian relief.
Several other tour acts quit in support of Macklemore’s stance on Palestine.
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