Two teenage girls, Kelly Morrissey and Theresa Fusco, went missing in Long Island in 1984, just five months apart. At that time, communication was mostly in person or through letters, and no digital tracking existed. Recently, DNA found on a smoothie straw connected a suspect to one of the disappearances.
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Kelly Morrissey disappeared on June 12, 1984, after leaving her home following dinner.
Theresa Fusco went missing on November 10, 1984, after finishing her job at a roller rink named Hot Skates.
The girls lived in Long Island suburbs and were close friends after Morrissey moved to Lynbrook.
In 1984, teens communicated by writing letters and meeting in public places, as there were no cellphones or social media.
Both families were unaware of the danger because it was normal for teens to be out alone in that era.
Hot Skates roller rink was a popular hangout spot for local teens, including Fusco and their friends.
Police now linked a suspect to one of the girls' cases using DNA found on a smoothie straw.
The story reflects how investigations and daily life have changed since the 1980s.
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Sir Keir Starmer said most Labour MPs support his leadership as Prime Minister and want to focus on running the country. He responded to criticism over security concerns related to his choice for UK ambassador to the US and said his main focus is on international conflicts, such as the wars in Ukraine and Iran.
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Sir Keir Starmer claims the majority of Labour MPs back him and want him to continue leading.
There is speculation about a possible leadership challenge within the Labour Party.
Security officials had concerns about vetting for his ambassador choice, Lord Mandelson.
Starmer said he was not informed about the full extent of these security worries before approving the ambassador choice.
He sacked the highest civil servant in the Foreign Office, Sir Olly Robbins, for not telling him about the safety concerns.
Sir Olly Robbins said he only knew officials were "leaning against" approval, not that it was fully denied.
Starmer wants to focus on major world issues, especially the conflicts in Ukraine and Iran.
He stressed that these international conflicts are the most urgent problems facing the UK now.
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Hundreds of people protested in Tel Aviv because they worry that fighting between the US, Israel, and Iran might start again. US officials cancelled peace talks with Iran that were planned in Islamabad, which had raised hopes for a peaceful solution.
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Many people protested in Tel Aviv on Sunday.
The protests were due to concerns about renewed conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran.
Peace talks between the US and Iran were scheduled to take place in Islamabad.
US officials cancelled these peace talks.
The cancellation ended hopes for a diplomatic agreement to ease tensions.
The conflict involves the US and Israel opposing Iran.
The situation remains tense with no current peace talks.
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Police in Western Australia stopped 15 members of an anti-immigration group from attending Anzac Day dawn services to prevent disruptions, following booing incidents during similar events in eastern states. One man was arrested in Sydney for causing a disturbance, while police in other states reported incidents but made no arrests.
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Fifteen people linked to “issue motivated groups” were blocked from Anzac Day services in Western Australia to avoid disruptions.
Booing interrupted Indigenous acknowledgments during Anzac Day ceremonies in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth.
One man was arrested in Sydney for alleged disruptive behavior at the Martin Place dawn service.
Police in Victoria and New South Wales reported booing but could not identify or arrest most offenders.
The anti-immigration group Fight for Australia encouraged supporters to oppose the “Welcome to Country” segments of the ceremonies.
Police stated their goal was to protect the dignity and safety of Anzac Day services and allow the community to pay respects peacefully.
Indigenous leaders and veterans' groups strongly condemned the booing incidents.
Some political figures called the booing inappropriate but also expressed views on making “Welcome to Country” ceremonies less frequent.
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Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu has instructed the military to step up attacks on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. This follows deadly Israeli strikes and ongoing tensions that threaten a recently extended ceasefire between the two sides.
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Netanyahu ordered strong military action against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
The ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah was extended by three weeks after talks in Washington.
Israeli strikes recently killed at least six people in southern Lebanon.
Israel said it killed several Hezbollah members involved in armed activities.
Hezbollah retaliated by attacking an Israeli army vehicle in southern Lebanon.
Israeli forces hit multiple Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon after the order.
Israel has a continued military presence in southern Lebanon and has conducted demolitions there.
A Lebanese journalist was killed in recent Israeli strikes, prompting calls from international groups to protect media workers.
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Queen Camilla will bring a new Roo stuffed toy to the New York Public Library to complete the original Winnie-the-Pooh toy collection. The missing Roo toy, lost in the 1930s, will join Pooh, Eeyore, Piglet, Kanga, and Tigger in the library display during the royal visit to the US.
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The original Winnie-the-Pooh toys belong to the son of author AA Milne and date back to the 1920s.
New York Public Library has Pooh, Eeyore, Piglet, Kanga, and Tigger on display, but the Roo toy was missing.
Roo was lost in an apple orchard in the 1930s.
Queen Camilla will bring a specially made Roo toy by the original manufacturer, Merrythought.
The visit marks 100 years since the first Winnie-the-Pooh book was published.
The toys have a history of traveling between the UK and the US, symbolizing cultural ties.
The royal visit also includes events to promote reading and literacy.
King Charles plans to address the US Congress to strengthen US-UK relations during the visit.
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The UK government is preparing for possible food and fuel shortages due to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, which has affected global oil supplies. Officials are meeting regularly to monitor stock levels and supply chains, and plans include securing carbon dioxide supplies needed for food processing and animal slaughter.
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The UK government is increasing efforts to prevent food and fuel shortages linked to the Iran war.
The Strait of Hormuz, a major shipping route for oil and natural gas, has been closed, driving up oil prices worldwide.
A worst-case scenario predicts shortages of foods like chicken and pork by summer if the conflict continues.
Meetings happen twice a week to track supplies and manage disruptions, led by Darren Jones, Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister.
The UK has reactivated the Ensus bioethanol plant to produce carbon dioxide, which is important for food preservation and animal processing.
Airlines in the UK say they are not facing jet fuel shortages currently because they buy fuel in advance and keep stock.
The International Monetary Fund lowered its UK economic growth forecast due to the energy crisis caused by the war.
The government has urged people to continue using cars and filling up fuel tanks normally to avoid panic buying.
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The article reports on challenges faced by UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, including expected election losses and calls for his removal by some party members. It also covers other UK political issues such as pressure on Prince Andrew to testify in a US investigation and debates about the UK potentially rejoining the European Union.
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Sir Keir Starmer says he will keep fighting to win the next UK election despite a difficult week.
Analysts expect the Labour Party to lose many council seats in local elections on May 7.
Some Labour members, including former Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, want Starmer removed as leader.
Starmer failed to record a 2025 meeting with the tech firm Palantir and Lord Mandelson, which could break rules requiring transparency.
Campaigners urge King Charles III to order Prince Andrew to give sworn testimony in a US investigation related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Former Labour leader Neil Kinnock predicts the UK may rejoin the EU in the future, breaking past political taboos.
Nine ex-pilots of the Red Arrows want the British jet team to continue flying UK-made planes.
The UK reality TV show "I'm A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!" finale was marked by a heated live final and contestant-host clashes.
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Mexico's government said two U.S. CIA agents who died in a car crash while returning from a drug lab raid were not authorized to take part in operations in Mexico. Mexican officials said they had no official permission for the agents to operate in the country and are investigating the incident with U.S. authorities.
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Two CIA agents died in a car crash in northern Mexico while returning from destroying a secret drug lab.
The crash also killed two Mexican police officers; the vehicle went off a ravine and exploded.
Mexico's Security Ministry said one U.S. agent entered as a visitor and the other had a diplomatic passport.
Neither agent had formal permission to conduct operations on Mexican soil.
Mexico was not aware of any foreign agents planning or taking part in local operations.
Mexican law does not allow foreign agents to operate inside the country without authorization.
Mexico is investigating the incident together with local authorities and the U.S. Embassy.
Mexican and U.S. officials have given different statements about the agents’ involvement and operations.
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People in Scotland have reported seeing big cats that do not normally live there, such as black panthers and black leopards. A volunteer group called the Scottish Big Cat Research Team has recorded many such sightings and studies their history in the area.
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John Kirk and his wife saw a big cat near Grantown-on-Spey in April 2024 that looked like a black panther.
John Kirk also saw a black panther about 25 years ago in the Cairngorms area.
Several other people recently reported seeing big cats around Grantown-on-Spey.
The Scottish Big Cat Research Team was started by Paul Macdonald in 2017 to collect reports and protect these animals.
Paul Macdonald had a close sighting of a black leopard in the 1980s.
The team has documented about 1,800 sightings of big cats in Scotland, going back to 1947.
These big cats are not native to Britain, so they may have been released or escaped pets or exotic animals.
The sightings cover different parts of Scotland, including Midlothian, Peeblesshire, and the Borders.
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Route 66 is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. At the same time, a newly married couple started their life together near the beginning of this famous road.
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Route 66 is 100 years old in 2024.
The road is known as a historic highway in the United States.
A couple recently got married close to where Route 66 begins.
This event connects the road’s anniversary to a personal milestone.
The story was covered by CBS News reporter Noel Brennan.
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A claim of a gang rape in Epsom, Surrey led to protests and violence after social media spread false information about the crime and suspects. Surrey Police later confirmed the alleged attack did not happen, explaining the woman involved had an accidental injury and gave a confused report.
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Surrey Police announced a public appeal on April 12 about an alleged gang rape outside a church in Epsom.
The woman reported being attacked after leaving a nightclub, but investigation found no evidence the crime occurred.
Surrey Police said the woman actually had an accidental head injury and willingly shared this update.
False online reports claimed suspects were asylum seekers or migrants, fueling anger and protests.
Protesters vandalized property and wrongly believed a local hotel housed migrants.
Some social media posts came from influential accounts promoting misinformation and conspiracy theories.
Experts describe this situation as "stochastic terrorism," where online misinformation can lead to real-world violence.
Police did not release suspect ethnicity because initial descriptions were vague, following national guidance.
The case shows how misinformation can quickly cause unrest and scare communities.
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The Australian opposition leader, Angus Taylor, said the Coalition parties are placing One Nation ahead of an independent candidate in the Farrer byelection to block "teal policies." Taylor also expressed concerns about migrants from certain countries, calling some "bad countries" due to their governments and actions, but he emphasized the importance of valuing Australian principles over race or religion.
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The Coalition parties (Liberals and Nationals) preferenced One Nation over independent Michelle Milthorpe in the upcoming Farrer byelection.
Milthorpe received some funding from Climate 200, a group supporting "teal" independent candidates.
Polls suggest One Nation could win the Farrer seat based on Liberal and National preferences.
Angus Taylor said voting for "teal" candidates leads to Green Party policies that the Coalition opposes.
Taylor described certain countries as "bad," citing examples like Iran due to their governments and laws limiting migration.
He stated migrants from liberal democracies are more likely to adopt Australian values.
Taylor stressed that discrimination in migration should be based on values, not race or religion.
The discussion includes concerns about regional policies and their impact on Australian regions.
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A couple from Norway, Lena (45) and Kjetil (30), started dating despite an age gap and initial concerns about how the difference might affect their relationship. They have been together for two years, openly facing challenges and planning their future, including financial matters and family acceptance.
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Lena did not share her age when dating Kjetil at first, fearing he might end the relationship.
Kjetil was looking for a serious relationship and was not deterred by Lena’s age or that she had a teenage daughter.
Kjetil met Lena’s daughter and asked for her approval to date her mother.
Friends and family of Kjetil accepted Lena despite the age difference.
Lena and Kjetil plan to live together in a new home near Stavanger, Norway.
They discussed challenges such as power imbalances and retirement planning in age-gap relationships.
They agreed on a financial plan about their mortgage contributions based on their ages and expected retirement times.
Relationship experts note that age-gap couples often face excitement early on but later need to address practical issues.
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Noah Kahan is a singer-songwriter who became very popular quickly, especially among young people on TikTok. He struggled with the pressure of fame and writing new songs, and was later diagnosed with OCD, which affected how he felt about his creativity and self-worth.
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Noah Kahan is 29 years old and from Vermont.
His music connects with young people, especially Generation Z, through honest and relatable lyrics.
He gained a big boost when Olivia Rodrigo covered one of his songs in 2022.
Within a year, Kahan was performing in large arenas and headlining festivals like Glastonbury.
Despite his success, he struggled with confidence and writing new music.
He took a trip to Joshua Tree National Park to find inspiration but did not feel better.
Kahan was diagnosed with OCD, which made him stop writing for a month.
He realized he had linked his personal value to his ability to create music.
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President Donald Trump canceled planned peace talks with Iran that were supposed to happen in Pakistan. He said the U.S. has the advantage in the conflict with Iran and told his representatives not to go ahead with the negotiations.
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President Trump stopped peace talks with Iran that were planned in Pakistan.
The talks aimed to resolve ongoing conflict or tension with Iran.
Trump told his envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, not to travel to Pakistan.
He said the U.S. "has all the cards" in the conflict, meaning it holds a strong position.
The negotiations were meant to break a diplomatic deadlock.
The news was reported by CBS News and correspondent Imtiaz Tyab.
The article did not provide details on Iran’s response or next steps.
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A large, detailed brass astrolabe from the 17th Century, once owned by Indian royalty, will be auctioned at Sotheby's in London on April 29. This scientific instrument was used to tell time, map stars, and perform calculations and was made in Lahore for a Mughal nobleman.
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The astrolabe dates back to the early 1600s and was created in Lahore, now in Pakistan.
It was made by two brothers, Qa'im Muhammad and Muhammad Muqim, known for their skilled craftsmanship.
The instrument weighed 8.2 kg, measured nearly 30 cm wide, and was about 46 cm tall, much larger than typical astrolabes from that time.
It originally belonged to a Mughal nobleman, Aqa Afzal, who managed Lahore and served under emperors Jahangir and Shah Jahan.
The astrolabe was part of the royal collection of Jaipur, later owned by Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II, and then his wife Maharani Gayatri Devi.
It features inscriptions of 94 cities with their coordinates and 38 star pointers with names in Persian and Sanskrit.
Astrolabes were “hand-held astronomical computers” used to tell time, find directions like Mecca, and predict events.
The craftsmanship combined technical accuracy with artistic design, reflecting the high skill of the Lahore School makers.
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King Charles and Queen Camilla will visit Washington DC from April 27, 2026, for four days. President Donald Trump said the visit could help improve relations between the US and the UK. The BBC asked Americans what the royal couple should do during their visit.
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King Charles III and Queen Camilla will arrive in the US capital on April 27, 2026.
Their visit will last four days and is a state visit, which is an official trip by a foreign leader.
President Donald Trump told the BBC the visit might "absolutely" help fix the relationship between the US and the UK.
Americans were asked for their opinions about the visit and activities for the Royals.
The article includes related news and events in the US and Canada but mainly focuses on the royal visit.
The UK-US relationship is considered important enough to involve a state visit by the King and Queen.
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The Chernobyl nuclear accident happened 40 years ago on April 26, 1986, when reactor number 4 exploded, spreading radioactive material across parts of Europe. The nearby city of Pripyat, once home to the plant workers, was abandoned soon after. The official death toll is 31, though studies estimate thousands more may have died from the accident’s wider effects.
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The Chernobyl nuclear accident occurred on April 26, 1986, at reactor number 4.
The explosion released radioactive material that spread over large areas of Europe.
The official death count from the accident is 31 people.
A 2005 UN study estimated about 4,000 deaths could be linked to the disaster’s effects.
The true death toll may be higher and is still uncertain.
The nearby city of Pripyat, home to plant workers, was abandoned after the accident.
Ukraine is marking the 40th anniversary of the disaster.
The BBC visited Pripyat to report on the area now known as a ghost city.
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There is ongoing tension between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. Although a ceasefire involving Iran is still active, some fighting and gunfire have continued in the region.
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Israel and Hezbollah remain in conflict along the Lebanon border.
A ceasefire involving Iran is currently in place.
Despite the ceasefire, shots have been fired in the area.
The situation is part of broader tensions in the Middle East.
CBS News correspondent Charlie D’Agata reported on the situation.
The conflict involves cross-border hostilities between Israel and Lebanese forces.
The ceasefire aims to reduce violence but has not fully stopped all attacks.
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