Iran has rejected the U.S. story about rescuing an Air Force colonel after his fighter jet was shot down over Iran. Iran called the U.S. account false and said it cannot be accepted.
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A U.S. Air Force colonel’s F-15E fighter jet was shot down over Iran in April.
The colonel, known by the call sign Bravo, shared his experience of survival recently.
The U.S. said it rescued the colonel after the crash.
Iran denied the U.S. rescue story and said it was made up.
Iran described the U.S. account as “fictional and unacceptable.”
The disagreement highlights ongoing tensions between the two countries.
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Conflicts in Iran and Ukraine, along with extreme weather, are causing problems for global food production and trade. Experts warn that a strong El Niño weather event could worsen the situation, leading to more people facing serious food shortages.
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Wars in Iran and Ukraine are disrupting shipping routes and supply chains important for food distribution.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key passage for fertilizers, with about one-third of global fertilizer exports passing through it before 2026.
Problems in transport and shipping are currently bigger issues than food supply itself.
High fertilizer and energy prices are making farming less profitable and reducing crop production worldwide.
Experts predict a strong El Niño, which can cause bad weather affecting planting and harvesting.
These factors are increasing the prices of cereals and grains globally.
Reduced food production and supply chain issues are pushing millions more people toward severe food insecurity.
UNICEF warns about the risk of malnutrition deaths for 1 million Afghan children linked to this crisis.
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke to the European Parliament about Canada possibly becoming an associate member of the European Union (EU). EU leaders want to build closer ties with Canada, but U.S. President Donald Trump has warned of possible action against the EU if it allows this.
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Mark Carney, Canadian Prime Minister, addressed the European Parliament about relations with the EU.
Carney supports the idea of Canada becoming an associate member of the EU.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed interest in closer cooperation with Canada.
Becoming an associate member would involve Canada working more closely with the EU in important areas.
President Donald Trump has threatened to take action if the EU makes Canada an associate member.
The discussions aim to strengthen Canada-EU relations without full EU membership for Canada.
This topic was recently discussed in the European Parliament and covered by media.
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Jacob Tremblay, an actor, talked about his role in the Netflix movie "Unabomber." He shared his experience playing a young Ted Kaczynski and working with Russell Crowe.
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Jacob Tremblay stars in the Netflix film "Unabomber."
He plays a young version of Ted Kaczynski, the Unabomber.
Tremblay discussed his acting career on CBS Mornings.
He talked about working with actor Russell Crowe.
The interview was featured on CBS News.
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A news helicopter crashed in Chatsworth, Los Angeles, killing the reporter Eliana Moreno, pilot George Marciniw, and one person on the ground. Investigators consider live video from the helicopter before the crash to be key evidence in understanding what caused the accident.
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The helicopter crashed during a news gathering mission in Chatsworth, a Los Angeles neighborhood.
The crash killed two people inside the helicopter (reporter and pilot) and one person on the ground.
A fourth person survived and was taken to the hospital.
Live video from the helicopter showed shaking and alarms before the crash.
Investigators are analyzing the video’s sound for clues about the helicopter's engine and warnings.
The NTSB will release a preliminary crash report in 30 days; the full report may take up to 18 months.
The helicopter was covering a fatal crash involving a Metro bus and an SUV nearby.
The SUV driver is facing murder charges related to the earlier crash.
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Fighting between Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Houthis has killed at least five people, including three children. Both sides reported attacks and claimed the other targeted key locations, while regional powers reacted with caution and calls for restraint.
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At least five people died in the recent attacks between Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Houthis, including three children.
A Houthi drone was intercepted in Saudi Arabia’s Taif region, killing one Yemeni resident and injuring two others.
Houthis said Saudi warplanes attacked telecommunications towers in Yemen’s Taiz province, killing one civilian and injuring another.
Saudi Arabia claimed a Houthi drone targeted Mecca but was destroyed; the Houthis denied this, calling it false propaganda.
Houthi leader Abdel-Malik al-Houthi said his forces are defending themselves after Saudi Arabia started the latest fighting.
Yemen’s Saudi-backed Presidential Leadership Council said the Houthis are losing ground in several provinces.
Iran condemned attacks on holy sites but questioned Saudi claims about the Mecca drone incident.
China privately asked Iran to help control the Houthis, while Saudi Arabia’s defense partners like Pakistan and Turkiye showed concern about the escalating conflict.
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In 2025, the world’s rivers were among the driest in over 30 years, glaciers kept shrinking, and freshwater supplies dropped, according to the World Meteorological Organization. These changes are linked to climate change and higher water use, which make weather patterns less predictable and raise the risk of droughts and floods.
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Rivers worldwide experienced very low water levels in 2025.
Glaciers around the world continue to melt and get smaller.
Freshwater reserves—sources of drinking water—have been decreasing.
The World Meteorological Organization reported these findings.
Climate change is causing more unpredictable weather and water cycles.
Increased water use by people adds pressure on water supplies.
The risk of droughts (long dry periods) and floods is growing.
These issues threaten the security of water for people and the environment.
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Human remains found in a London park have been identified as Joanne Sheen, a woman who went missing from Hampshire nearly seven years ago. A man has been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit murder as police continue their investigation.
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Remains were discovered in an area of London called The Pits, which had recently experienced a wildfire.
Joanne Sheen was last seen in December 2019 and reported missing in February 2020.
The body was identified through forensic examination and DNA testing.
Hampshire police took over the murder investigation after the identification.
A 56-year-old man from Southampton has been arrested and is in custody.
Joanne Sheen was 44 years old and a mother of three.
Police are asking anyone with information about Joanne’s disappearance to come forward, even anonymously.
Crimestoppers has reinstated a £20,000 reward for information related to the case.
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Mame Mandiaye Niang, the acting Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), said that the court will continue its work despite sanctions from the United States. The ICC issued arrest warrants for Israeli leaders related to actions in Gaza, prompting the US to impose sanctions on the court and its members.
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The ICC issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant over Israel’s actions in Gaza.
The United States imposed sanctions on the ICC and some of its top officials in response to these warrants.
Mame Mandiaye Niang is the acting Prosecutor of the ICC and a judge from Senegal.
Niang said the sanctions create daily challenges but will not stop the ICC from doing its job.
The ICC steps in when national justice systems fail to hold people accountable for serious crimes.
The European Union has pledged support for the ICC and its leadership amid the US sanctions.
The ICC aims to prevent impunity, meaning they work to make sure no one escapes punishment for serious crimes.
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Investigators have found a hidden basement lab and digital evidence in a house in Philadelphia linked to multiple murders. Photos and videos found there seem to show missing women who were killed inside the house.
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A basement lab was discovered in a Philadelphia house connected to murders.
Digital evidence, including photos and videos, was found at the scene.
The images show missing women who appear to be dead inside the house.
The location is referred to as a "house of horrors" by investigators.
Police are actively investigating the case to learn more about the murders.
The victims were reported missing before being linked to the house.
The discovery is a key part of the ongoing criminal investigation in Philadelphia.
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Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney supports the idea of Canada becoming the first associate member of the European Union. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump was seen holding a sign that appeared to say "Kennedy Center Demolished."
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The European Union proposed the idea of Canada joining as an associate member.
An associate member would have a special relationship with the EU, but not full membership.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney showed support for this plan.
President Donald Trump was photographed holding a placard with the words "Kennedy Center Demolished."
The Kennedy Center is a major arts and cultural center in the United States.
This news was reported by CBS News correspondent Weijia Jiang.
The article combined two separate stories: Canada-EU relations and the sign seen with President Trump.
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New research shows that cancer patients who follow a structured exercise plan are less likely to die or see their cancer return compared to those who do not exercise. The study reviewed many previous studies and found that regular exercise can help cancer patients live longer and stay in remission longer.
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The study combined 123 studies and 21 clinical trials from around the world with 8,449 cancer patients.
Patients who exercised had a 23% lower risk of death and a 17% lower chance of cancer returning.
Exercise reduced the risk of death from any cause by 18% and death from original cancer by 26%.
Patients who completed at least 70% of their exercise program saw the greatest benefits.
Aerobic exercise or a mix of aerobic and strength training showed better results than strength training alone.
Most participants were women, with an average age of 54 years.
The study suggests exercise can be a helpful addition to cancer treatment beyond improving quality of life.
There was no clear evidence that exercise delayed cancer progression or fully prevented invasive cancer after treatments like chemotherapy.
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A United Nations fact-finding mission reported there is reasonable evidence that the United States conducted two airstrikes in Iran that may be war crimes, including an attack on a school that killed over 120 children. The U.S. government has not officially responded to these findings. The report also detailed serious human rights violations by Iran.
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The UN mission found "reasonable grounds to believe" the U.S. was behind a February 28 airstrike on a primary school in southern Iran that killed more than 120 children.
Another strike on a sports center was also linked to the U.S. by the UN team, which said both attacks were indiscriminate and could be war crimes.
The U.S. Central Command acknowledged the school strike may have been caused by a U.S. action but denied involvement in the sports center attack.
President Donald Trump said mistakes happen and claimed no one attacked the school on purpose.
The UN mission said the U.S. did not do enough to verify targets were military before launching attacks.
The mission tried to get information and meet with U.S. officials but received no response.
The report also criticized Iran for human rights violations such as torture, unfair trials, executions, and restrictions on internet and communication during protests.
The UN General Assembly is scheduled to meet soon where world leaders will discuss global issues including these findings.
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A rare Ethiopian manuscript called the Gondarine Gospel, stolen nearly 160 years ago by British forces from Emperor Tewodros II, appeared for sale at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair. Ethiopian officials demanded its return on moral and ethical grounds, but the rare book dealer argued there are no legal rules forcing its return.
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The Gondarine Gospel is an ancient Ethiopian bible taken from Emperor Tewodros II's library during a British military campaign in the 1860s.
The manuscript is written in Ge’ez, an ancient language, and has 235 colorful illustrations from the Gospels of Luke and John.
It was listed for sale at $250,000 by Inlibris, a rare books dealer based in Vienna.
Ethiopian authorities called for the manuscript to be removed from sale and returned to Ethiopia, citing moral and ethical reasons.
The rare books dealer said there are no legal grounds for restitution because laws against looting cultural items did not exist before the 18th century.
The manuscript is important for understanding Ethiopian religious art, culture, and history, not just as a religious text.
The debate highlights broader global discussions about returning stolen cultural treasures from Africa held by Western collectors.
Emperor Tewodros II ruled Ethiopia from 1855 to 1868 and collected many treasures, making his library a significant historic collection.
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Canada has been invited to become the European Union’s first associate member, an offer welcomed by many but also raising many questions. The idea lacks a clear legal definition, and some EU member states and leaders express uncertainty or caution about what the partnership would involve.
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The European Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen, proposed Canada become the EU’s first associate member.
Mark Carney, speaking in the European Parliament, praised the proposal and called for closer cooperation between Canada and the EU.
The offer was criticized by President Donald Trump, who threatened Europe with tariffs if it happened.
No clear legal meaning exists for “associate membership,” causing debate among EU politicians and diplomats.
Some EU leaders want to reconsider the term “associate membership” even while supporting closer ties with Canada.
Canada and the EU share interests in areas like artificial intelligence, energy security, and Arctic cooperation.
The 2016 EU-Canada trade deal has not been ratified by 10 EU countries, including France, Italy, and Poland.
Both Canada and the EU have policies favoring local suppliers, which might conflict with further trade integration.
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Dr. Mark Hyman shared two types of exercises that people should focus on to live longer and stay healthy. These exercises can help reduce the chance of getting diseases.
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Dr. Mark Hyman appeared on "CBS Mornings" to discuss exercise.
He recommends two specific types of exercises for longevity.
These exercises help improve overall health.
They also lower the risk of various diseases.
The goal is to stay active and maintain good body function as we age.
The exact types of exercises were not detailed in the article excerpt.
Exercise is important for living a longer, healthier life.
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Ireland has decided not to take part in or broadcast the Eurovision Song Contest for the second year in a row because of Israel’s involvement in the event. The Irish broadcaster RTE said this decision is due to the ongoing violence in Gaza and concerns about the humanitarian crisis.
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Ireland is the second country, after the Netherlands, to boycott Eurovision over Israel’s participation.
RTE, Ireland’s public broadcaster, cited the loss of lives in Gaza and the humanitarian situation as reasons for not participating.
Ireland will not participate in or broadcast Eurovision 2026 for the second consecutive year.
The Netherlands also withdrew from Eurovision 2027, saying the contest is no longer neutral because of Israel’s involvement in a military conflict.
Eurovision organizers have said that countries involved in armed conflict are not allowed to host the contest.
Five countries, including Ireland, the Netherlands, Spain, Slovenia, and Iceland, withdrew from Eurovision 2026.
The 2026 Eurovision show had 132 million viewers, which was fewer than the previous year.
Eurovision has been criticized for allowing Israel to participate while banning Russia due to its war in Ukraine.
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Nicolas Winding Refn, director known for movies like "Drive," is back with a new film called "Her Private Hell." He talked about nearly dying, why he sees division in opinions as a sign of success, and his plan to work again with actor Ryan Gosling 15 years after "Drive."
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Nicolas Winding Refn directed "Drive" and "Bronson."
His new movie is called "Her Private Hell" and stars Sophie Thatcher and Charles Melton.
The film has a neon style and is described as a "fever dream."
Refn recently survived a near-death experience.
He believes that creating strong, divided opinions (polarisation) means success.
He plans to make a third movie with Ryan Gosling, reuniting after 15 years since "Drive."
He spoke about these topics at the Deauville American Film Festival.
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Police in South Africa have found the body of a ninth woman after eight others were found murdered near Johannesburg in the past two months. Authorities are investigating these deaths, considering the possibility of a serial killer or multiple suspects, and have warned local women to be careful.
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Nine women have been found murdered near Johannesburg in a two-month period.
The bodies were found in and around Kempton Park and other nearby locations.
All victims were women in their 20s or 30s, found naked or partially clothed, with some showing similar bruises.
Police have arrested a suspect related to the first victim but have not filed charges yet.
Authorities are offering a reward of 400,000 South African rand (about $25,000) for information.
South Africa has very high levels of violence against women, including one of the highest femicide rates worldwide.
Between January and March 2026, nearly 10,000 rapes and over 12,000 sexual offenses were reported in South Africa.
South Africa’s government declared gender-based violence a national disaster in 2025 due to ongoing violence against women.
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Sweden’s centre-right Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has resigned after the centre-left opposition won a narrow majority in the recent election. Magdalena Andersson, leader of the Social Democrats, is set to try forming a new government with other left-leaning parties.
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The left-leaning opposition holds 176 seats, a slim three-seat majority over the centre-right ruling bloc.
The election count ended with a difference of 50,359 votes between the two sides.
Ulf Kristersson, leader of the Moderates and prime minister for four years, resigned and asked to be relieved of his duties.
Magdalena Andersson was prime minister from 2021 to 2022 and now aims to form a coalition government.
Andersson has invited the Left, Centre, and Green parties for talks but not the far-right Sweden Democrats (SD).
The Sweden Democrats lost support and fell from second to third largest party for the first time since they were founded.
Differences among potential coalition partners include tax policy, nuclear energy, and a proposed billionaire tax.
The Speaker of the Parliament, Andreas Norlén, will begin consultations to propose a new prime minister.
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