Several hundred thousand people gathered in Paris to attend an outdoor mass led by Pope Leo XIV, marking his first official visit to France in 18 years. The pope addressed issues like child abuse within the Church, France’s new assisted dying law, and the impact of artificial intelligence.
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Around 700,000 people attended Pope Leo XIV’s mass in Paris, more than the 600,000 who pre-registered.
The pope rode along the Champs-Elysees and held the mass at Place de la Concorde, the largest public square in Paris.
This is the first official papal visit to France in 18 years.
The pope aims to improve the Church’s reputation after a report found 330,000 children were abused by clergy over 70 years.
He criticized France’s new law allowing assisted dying.
French President Emmanuel Macron was not at the mass; his wife represented him.
Far-right politician Marine Le Pen, leading in polls for next year’s presidential election, attended the mass.
The pope warned about artificial intelligence, saying it might make people lose their humanity.
The pope plans to meet victims of clergy abuse in Lourdes during his visit.
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Russia and Ukraine have exchanged air strikes over the last 24 hours, killing at least 16 people. The conflict, now in its fifth year, continues to cause civilian casualties and damage critical infrastructure, with no peace deal reached yet.
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At least 16 people died from drone and missile strikes by both Russia and Ukraine in 24 hours.
Ukrainian areas hit include Sumy, Zaporizhzhia, and Dnipropetrovsk regions.
Russian strikes also damaged an apartment building in Kyiv, wounding several people.
Russian-controlled regions Krasnodar and Belgorod reported four deaths from Ukrainian strikes.
Two young girls and a man were killed in a Ukrainian drone attack near Crimea.
Moscow-appointed officials confirmed deaths in the occupied Zaporizhzhia region.
The United Nations warns about rising numbers of civilian deaths in the war.
President Donald Trump expressed hope at the UN General Assembly that a peace deal will happen soon.
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Bangkok has been declared a flood disaster zone after heavy rain overwhelmed the city's water system. Authorities are working to pump floodwater into the sea, and people are advised to stay home or move their belongings upstairs if they live near canals.
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The entire city of Bangkok is now a flood disaster zone.
Heavy rain over the last two days caused flooding.
Bangkok's drainage system could not handle the rainwater.
More rain is expected on Sunday.
Authorities are pumping floodwater out to the sea.
Residents near canals have been told to move things to higher floors.
People are urged to stay home for safety.
This information comes from a BBC reporter in Bangkok.
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Pope Leo XIV held a large outdoor Mass in Paris on September 26, 2026, attracting around 600,000 people. The event took place on the Champs-Élysées and was part of the Pope's visit to France.
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The Mass happened on September 26, 2026, in central Paris.
About 600,000 people attended the outdoor religious service.
The location was the famous Champs-Élysées avenue.
Pope Leo XIV led the Mass and travelled in a popemobile during a parade.
The Pope’s visit included meetings with survivors of sexual abuse in France.
The event was one of the largest outdoor Masses in the world.
The visit aimed to promote peace and connect with the Catholic community in France.
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More young people in France are choosing to be baptized in the Catholic Church. This increase in baptisms is linked to a growing interest in joining the Catholic community.
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France has seen a rise in the number of young people getting baptized.
The Catholic Church in France is experiencing renewed interest among youth.
This trend may reflect a desire for community and faith among young French people.
Pope Leo XIV recently visited France and held a large outdoor mass in Paris.
Around 600,000 to 700,000 people attended this mass in central Paris.
The Pope also met with survivors of sexual abuse during his visit.
Large crowds gathered to see the Pope’s parade on the Champs-Élysées.
The Pope's visit included blessings for babies before the mass.
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Over 40,000 students protested in Berlin against Germany’s plan to bring back mandatory military service. Some students also destroyed the surveys related to conscription as a sign of opposition.
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More than 40,000 students joined the protest in Berlin.
The protest focused on opposing Germany’s plan to reinstate military conscription.
Conscription means requiring citizens to serve in the military.
Some students shredded the surveys about conscription.
The protests show significant public resistance to the proposed military service plan.
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One year after the UK and nine other Western countries recognized the State of Palestine, the UK government has taken new steps calling Israel’s occupation of Palestinian lands unlawful. The UK now bans certain goods and services from Israeli settlements and has joined other countries in imposing sanctions on companies involved with settlements.
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The UK recognized Palestinian statehood about a year ago along with nine other Western countries.
The UK government now says Israel’s occupation of Palestinian lands is illegal.
Britain has banned goods, services, advertising, arms licenses, and sanctioned companies connected to Israeli settlements.
The International Court of Justice ruled in July 2024 that Israel’s occupation and settlement activities violate international law.
Eleven countries, including Canada, France, and Sweden, joined the UK in making a statement supporting sanctions on settlements.
Israel ordered the UK to close its consulate in East Jerusalem, despite having no legal authority there.
Israeli forces have demolished homes of Palestinians in the West Bank, causing homelessness for about 70 people.
Israeli settlement building continues, with thousands of new housing units planned in occupied areas.
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A strong nor'easter storm hit the U.S. Northeast, causing heavy rain, strong winds, flooding, and power outages affecting over 70,000 people. Coastal areas in New Jersey, Delaware, and New England are facing dangerous flooding, road closures, and some home evacuations.
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More than 70,000 customers lost electricity in the Northeast due to the nor'easter.
The storm is expected to cause major coastal flooding through multiple high tides this weekend.
Surf City and Manasquan in New Jersey experienced street flooding; some homes were affected.
Voluntary evacuations were issued in low-lying areas of Manasquan.
Flights were canceled at airports in Boston, Nantucket, and Martha's Vineyard; some airlines waived change fees.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul warned of heavy rain, strong winds, and waves up to 20 feet.
Sea Bright, New Jersey, could see flooding reaching six feet on some streets and winds up to 50 mph.
Peak winds of 60-65 mph are expected on Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket, with risks of fallen trees and power outages.
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Pope Leo XIV held a large outdoor Mass in central Paris that attracted about 600,000 to 700,000 people. During his visit, he also met with survivors of sexual abuse and made a speech promoting peace and living together with dignity.
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Pope Leo XIV visited France in September 2026.
Around 600,000 to 700,000 people attended a giant outdoor Mass in central Paris.
The Pope traveled along the Champs-Élysées in a popemobile, cheered by huge crowds.
He blessed babies during his visit.
The Pope met with French sexual abuse survivors during the trip.
He made a public call for peace and unity.
This Mass was the largest event in Pope Leo XIV’s France tour.
The event emphasized dignity, peace, and coexistence.
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Comedian Stavros Halkias talks with Nate Burleson about his new standup special, his popular show called "Tires," and his acting role in the Anthony Bourdain movie "Tony." He also shares that he enjoys comedy deeply and is a big fan of it.
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Stavros Halkias is a comedian.
He has a new standup comedy special.
Halkias stars in a show named "Tires."
He acted in a movie about Anthony Bourdain called "Tony."
Halkias describes himself as a comedy enthusiast or "comedy nerd."
The interview is available on CBS News.
Nate Burleson is the interviewer in this conversation.
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Police are using new technology to look again at old CCTV footage from the murder case of BBC presenter Jill Dando, who was killed 27 years ago. The review is part of ongoing inquiries, not a new investigation, and aims to see if modern technology can help progress the case.
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Jill Dando was shot and killed outside her home in west London on April 26, 1999.
Police are re-examining CCTV footage from Putney Bridge Underground station near her home.
An unknown man, called “Man X,” was seen on the CCTV camera shortly after the murder.
A driver saw a man running and identified him later as “Man X” in the video.
The new review uses advances in CCTV enhancement to try to get clearer images.
Police say this is not a new investigation but a part of continuing work on the case.
The detective who led the original case doubts the murder will ever be solved.
Over 2,000 people were named as possible suspects during the investigation.
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Pope Leo XIV held a large outdoor Mass in central Paris that drew about 600,000 people. This event showed that the Catholic Church still has strong support in France, a country that is officially secular (separates religion from government).
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The Mass took place on the Champs-Élysées, a famous street in Paris.
About 600,000 people attended this open-air religious service.
Pope Leo XIV visited France as part of a larger tour.
The event demonstrated the ongoing influence of the Catholic Church in France.
France is officially a secular country, meaning religion and government are separate.
The Pope also met with survivors of sexual abuse and marginalized groups during his visit.
Pope Leo XIV expressed a message of peace and living together with dignity.
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Pope Leo XIV visited Paris, France, where he rode through the Champs-Élysées in a special vehicle called the popemobile. During his visit, he blessed babies and celebrated a large open-air Mass attended by hundreds of thousands of people.
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Pope Leo XIV is making his first state visit to France in 18 years.
He traveled along the Champs-Élysées avenue in Paris in the popemobile.
Thousands of people gathered to see the Pope and attend the Mass.
The open-air Mass in Paris expected around 600,000 worshippers.
The Pope blessed babies during his parade.
Pope Leo XIV plans to meet with survivors of sexual abuse in France.
He also plans to visit migrants and marginalized groups during this visit.
The Pope spoke about living together with dignity and peace.
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The article says that ending the roadless rule, which limits building roads in forests, will help manage forests better. This change can help fight forest fires and make it easier for wildlife to move around.
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The roadless rule restricts building new roads in certain forest areas.
Rescinding means canceling or ending this rule.
The article argues that there are already enough protected wilderness areas.
Ending the rule would allow better forest management.
Better management can help prevent or control forest fires.
It may also improve access and movement for wild animals.
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Pope Leo XIV held a large outdoor Mass in Paris, attracting about 700,000 people, showing the Catholic Church remains influential in secular France. The pope encouraged faith despite declining church attendance and visited important religious sites during his four-day trip.
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About 700,000 people attended the Mass on Paris’ Champs-Élysées Avenue, exceeding the 600,000 expected.
This event showed strong interest in religion despite many people in France identifying as secular.
Pope Leo XIV encouraged building a nation rooted in faith and spoke about social justice.
His visit included praying at the restored Notre Dame Cathedral and the Lourdes shrine.
Adult baptisms in France have tripled since 2016, reaching 13,000 this year, though overall baptisms have dropped since 1980.
More young adults aged 25 to 40 are becoming interested in faith and getting baptized.
The Mass’s location, Place de la Concorde, was chosen for its large space but was controversial among supporters of secularism.
The Mass brought together people of different faiths and ages, creating a festive atmosphere.
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President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days. Iran proposed lifting sanctions and ending a blockade, but the U.S. declined, and talks remain at a standstill.
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Iran sent a seven-day plan to the U.S. through Qatar to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil shipping.
The plan included lifting U.S. naval blockades, removing sanctions on Iranian oil, releasing $12 billion in frozen Iranian funds, and a ceasefire in the region.
President Trump publicly rejected the proposal, expressing doubt that Iran would meet his demands.
Iranian officials said they no longer trust talks after previous agreements were followed by sanctions and attacks.
The Strait of Hormuz has been closed as a response to U.S. actions blocking routes to Iran.
The conflict between the U.S. and Iran over this waterway has lasted nearly seven months with little progress.
Iranian leaders said the crisis could be solved through talks, not force, and that trade shipping would resume if peace was achieved.
Talks included meetings between Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff at the United Nations.
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A nor'easter is bringing heavy rain to parts of the U.S. East Coast. At the same time, Hurricane Nolo is near Hawaii's Big Island, creating a weather threat there.
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A nor'easter is a type of storm that usually affects the East Coast with strong winds and heavy rain.
This nor'easter is currently dumping rain on parts of the East Coast.
Hurricane Nolo is located off the coast of Hawaii's Big Island.
Hurricane Nolo is stalling, meaning it is moving very slowly or staying in one place.
Both weather events are happening at the same time but in different regions of the U.S.
CBS News is providing live coverage of the storms.
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A court case has started in Belfast to challenge the decision letting the Orange Order march on Garvaghy Road, a mainly nationalist area, for the first time in nearly 30 years. The Parades Commission allowed the march with strict limits on time and participants, but local residents and churches are concerned about possible clashes and disruption to church services.
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The Orange Order parade is allowed to march on Garvaghy Road on Sunday after nearly 30 years.
The parade must start before 08:00 and include no more than 35 people, fewer than the 60 requested.
No bands or supporters will be allowed in the march.
Garvaghy Road Residents' Coalition is legally challenging the parade's approval.
The Residents' Coalition has also asked to hold a protest with 5,000 participants during the march.
Concerns were raised about whether police assessments were fully considered by the Parades Commission.
Local Catholic churches say the parade timing may interfere with Sunday Mass services.
The leader of the Catholic Church in Ireland called for prayers and peaceful solutions to avoid conflict.
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Prince Harry said there were many reasons why his family moved back to the U.K. after living in California for several years. He did not give specific reasons but mentioned that the children are happy at their new school and that returning allows him to focus on upcoming events like the Invictus Games.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle lived in California after stepping away from royal duties in 2020.
Meghan was born and raised in southern California.
The family, including their two children, recently moved back to the U.K. and are living near London in the Cotswolds.
Archie and Lilibet changed schools quickly because of concerns about their safety during their daily travel.
Prince Harry is waiting to find out if the UK government will pay for their family’s security.
Harry said he enjoys Canada and values the time spent there because many believed Meghan was Canadian.
Returning to the U.K. helps Harry focus on the Invictus Games happening in Birmingham in July next year.
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President Trump said he rejected Iran’s latest proposal during indirect talks held in New York this week. Negotiators, with help from Qatar, are still discussing key issues like the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear agreements, but major differences remain between the U.S. and Iran.
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President Trump rejected Iran’s recent proposal conveyed during indirect negotiations.
The talks happened on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York.
Qatar and other regional mediators helped pass messages between the U.S. and Iran.
Iran wants the U.S. to lift its naval blockade, remove oil sanctions, and reinstate a regional ceasefire before reopening the Strait of Hormuz and resuming nuclear talks.
The U.S. insists Iran cannot control or make demands about the Strait of Hormuz, as the U.S. protects the area.
U.S. officials say about 60 million barrels of oil passed through the strait in the last 72 hours under U.S. protection.
Negotiations are still ongoing, described by a U.S. official as “positive and constructive” despite disagreements.
The U.S. demands nuclear concessions from Iran as a condition for further talks.
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