The US Central Command says its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is working very well. Captain Tim Hawkins said that Iran does not control the waterway and that 900 million barrels of oil have passed through the strait since May.
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The US Central Command has a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Captain Tim Hawkins spoke to Al Jazeera about the blockade.
The blockade is described as "highly effective" by the US military.
Iran does not control the Strait of Hormuz according to US Central Command.
Since May, 900 million barrels of oil have passed through the strait.
The Strait of Hormuz is an important waterway for oil transportation.
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President Donald Trump warned the European Union that making Canada an "associate member" could lead to new US tariffs and trade restrictions. The EU recently proposed this new status to strengthen ties with Canada amid worsening US-Canada trade relations.
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President Trump threatened new tariffs if the EU’s move to make Canada an associate member has "bad intentions."
He called Canada a "terrible trade partner" and said cutting trade with Europe is possible.
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed the idea of Canada becoming the EU’s first associate member.
This "associate membership" status does not currently exist and would need approval from all EU countries.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s office welcomed closer ties with the EU but did not fully endorse associate membership.
Canada wants to build stronger trade and cooperation links with Europe, including in technology, defense, and energy.
Talks between Canada and the EU are planned for a summit in Montreal next month.
Canada is seeking to reduce its economic reliance on the US amid a growing trade dispute.
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Peter Max, an artist known for his colorful, psychedelic pop art tied to the 1960s flower power movement, died at age 88. His art appeared in many places, including sports events, postage stamps, and public spaces, and he was known for promoting peace and optimism through his work.
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Peter Max was 88 years old when he died; no cause of death was mentioned.
He became famous in the 1960s for his bright, swirly designs symbolizing flower power and peace.
Max’s art appeared at major events like the Olympics, Super Bowl, and World Cup.
His designs were used on everyday items like posters, clocks, bedspreads, and even a cruise ship and airplane.
Born in Berlin in 1937, Max’s family fled Nazi Germany, spending time in various countries before settling in New York.
He faced legal trouble in 1997, pleading guilty to tax fraud and completing community service teaching art in Harlem.
In later years, he had family disputes involving his finances and guardianship, which attracted media attention.
Max described his work as focusing on peaceful, positive subjects rather than negative themes.
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Ed Sheeran's upcoming tour has faced problems after rapper Macklemore was removed as an opening act because of his comments supporting Palestine. Following this, other performers also quit the tour.
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Macklemore was originally set to open for Ed Sheeran on his tour.
He was dropped from the tour due to his pro-Palestine public statements.
After Macklemore's removal, all other supporting acts chose to leave the tour.
The situation has caused public debate and media coverage.
CBS News reported on the situation, including insights from music experts.
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed that Canada become the European Union’s first associate member. U.S. President Donald Trump reacted by calling the idea "laughable" and warned he might impose new tariffs on the EU if the move had bad intentions.
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Ursula von der Leyen suggested Canada join the EU as its first associate member.
The proposal comes as Canada looks to reduce trade dependence on the United States.
About 70% of Canada’s exports currently go to the U.S.
President Trump said Canada joining the EU could be seen as a "hostile act."
Trump threatened to impose heavy tariffs on Europe if the move had negative intentions.
Trump also called Canada a “terrible trade partner.”
Prime Minister Mark Carney supports a closer alliance between Canada and the EU.
The U.S.-Canada trade relationship has been tense due to Trump’s tariffs and comments.
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U.S. Coast Guard and FBI agents boarded two oil tankers bound for Texas after cyberattacks disrupted their systems during transit. Officials are investigating who caused the attacks, with Iran mentioned but no official blame assigned yet.
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Two energy tankers headed for Texas were hit by cyberattacks while at sea.
The VL Prosperity, a large crude oil tanker, experienced system disruptions including propulsion and navigation.
Iranian state media claimed hackers accessed and affected the VL Prosperity's engine and fuel systems.
U.S. Coast Guard Cyber Command found evidence of malicious cyber activity on the ships.
Investigators, including the FBI, spent days onboard to check for malware and security weaknesses.
No danger to the ships’ navigation or safety was reported during the investigation.
Modern ships use internet-connected systems for critical functions like steering and propulsion.
Cyberattacks on ships could cause serious problems like blocking waterways or causing pollution.
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Police are investigating a Philadelphia home connected to the disappearances of five women after finding disturbing photos and videos there. The house belonged to Eugene Horsch and his late father, Raymond “R.C.” Horsch, and investigators are reviewing over a million files to understand what happened.
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Five missing women are linked to a Philadelphia home in the Olney neighborhood.
Police found images and videos showing some women unconscious or lifeless inside the house.
The home was connected to Eugene Horsch and his deceased father, Raymond “R.C.” Horsch.
Police have identified 58 people in the digital evidence so far and are still reviewing thousands of videos.
Among the missing are Gabrielle Amarando (disappeared in 2012) and Maribel Fresses (disappeared in 2018).
Video from 2017 shows Raymond Horsch handcuffing and placing a zip tie around a woman’s neck, but it is unclear if she died.
No bodies or physical evidence have been recovered to confirm deaths linked to the house.
Police recovered five urns believed to contain remains of Raymond Horsch, his sister, a friend, and others, but some identities are unknown.
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New research shows England needs at least seven months of above-average rainfall to end its drought by spring 2027. Despite some recent rain, most of England remains in drought due to a dry spring and summer, and water levels are still low.
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Around 75% of England is still experiencing drought conditions.
About 120% of usual rainfall is needed between now and April to end the drought everywhere in England.
Some regions, like Devon, Cornwall, and East Anglia, may still face drought in spring 2027 even with wetter autumns.
There is roughly a 25% chance that half of England could still be in drought next spring.
Severe drought means serious water shortages affecting the environment, farms, people, and the economy; England hasn’t had a severe drought since 1976.
Reservoirs in England are at about 57% capacity, which is lower than usual for this time of year.
Scotland and Wales also face water shortages, with parts of Scotland at significant water scarcity.
The Met Office forecasts a wetter-than-average autumn, partly influenced by the current strong El Niño weather pattern.
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Flooding caused by heavy rains in northwestern New Mexico has killed three people, including two adults and one child, near the Navajo Nation community of Newcomb. Authorities warned residents to be careful as more heavy rain and possible flash floods are expected in New Mexico and surrounding states.
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Three people died after being swept away by floodwaters near Newcomb, New Mexico.
The victims included two adults and one child.
Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren offered condolences and urged caution.
The National Weather Service issued warnings about heavy rain and thunderstorms in the region.
Flash flood watches and warnings are in effect for parts of New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, and Utah.
Record-high moisture levels for mid-September are expected to increase flood risks.
This flooding follows recent deadly floods at the Grand Canyon in Arizona that affected hikers.
Residents are advised to stay alert about weather updates and avoid flooded areas.
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The FBI and U.S. Coast Guard are investigating a large oil tanker heading to Texas that may have been hacked. Iranian media says hackers controlled the ship’s propellers, raising fears that such ships could be used as weapons.
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U.S. FBI and Coast Guard are involved in the investigation of the oil tanker.
The tanker is traveling to Texas.
There are suspicions the ship was targeted in a cyberattack.
Iranian state media claims hackers managed to control the ship’s propellers.
Controlling ship propellers remotely could be dangerous and a security threat.
Authorities are looking into possible risks of hacking large vessels.
This case highlights concerns about cybersecurity in maritime transport.
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Patients in England with a specific type of incurable breast cancer can now get the drug Enhertu on the NHS, which can extend life by almost seven months on average. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) had previously rejected it for being too expensive, but now doctors can prescribe it, with Wales expected to follow soon.
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Enhertu helps patients with HER2-low metastatic breast cancer live longer, sometimes up to three years more.
The drug has been available on the NHS in Scotland since 2023 and in 26 other European countries.
NICE said Enhertu was not good value for money in 2024, delaying access in England.
About 1,000 women in England each year could benefit from this drug.
Charities and patients campaigned for the drug to be approved, highlighting the cost of the delay.
The drug companies Daiichi Sankyo and AstraZeneca have not significantly lowered the price since the initial rejection.
Enhertu’s approval is not yet confirmed for Northern Ireland.
Patients like Kate Wills, who have advanced breast cancer, feel hopeful now that the medicine is available on the NHS.
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The FBI is investigating a father and his son who may be responsible for killing at least five women. Authorities are looking into whether the two acted together as serial killers.
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The FBI is actively investigating a possible father-son serial killer team.
The suspects are linked to the deaths of at least five women.
The investigation aims to find out if the father and son worked together.
The case is ongoing with details still emerging.
The information was reported by CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan.
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Earl Spencer, Princess Diana’s brother, claims in his new book that King Charles showed anger after Diana’s death and made dismissive remarks about her memory. Buckingham Palace responded, saying grief can affect how memories are recalled. Separately, a toddler named Noah Woods went missing and was found dead near a playground in Suffolk, England.
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Earl Spencer’s book quotes King Charles as saying “we’ll forget her soon enough” about Diana after her death in 1997.
Spencer alleges King Charles was angry about funeral arrangements, particularly about Princes William and Harry walking in the procession.
Buckingham Palace issued a statement saying grief "can cloud reason and colour memory" and responded to the book’s claims.
The Daily Mail published an exclusive extract from Spencer’s book titled "Swan Song: Diana, My Sister."
Three-year-old Noah Woods disappeared from a playground in Brantham, Suffolk, and police found a child’s body nearby.
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch warned that inflation rise is due to Labour’s failed economic policies; inflation was 3.1% with potential to rise above 4%.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the government will protect people’s living standards despite the inflation rise.
The US raised interest rates for the first time in over three years despite President Trump’s calls to lower borrowing costs.
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President Trump plans to meet with leaders from Gulf countries during the UN General Assembly next week to discuss the next steps in the conflict with Iran. The meeting will focus on U.S. plans for after the war, with possible attendance from other Arab and Muslim leaders.
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The meeting will take place on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York next Tuesday.
Gulf leaders attending will be from countries in the Gulf Cooperation Council: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman.
The meeting will address the U.S. postwar strategy related to the conflict with Iran.
President Trump and his team are working on a plan to finalize after the upcoming U.S. midterm elections.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wants to meet President Trump in New York, but no meeting is scheduled yet.
Last year, President Trump met with Arab and Muslim leaders during the UN General Assembly and presented a Gaza peace plan.
Gulf countries have been affected by Iranian attacks and economic losses during the conflict.
The U.S. State Department sent invitations for the meeting, and it might include other leaders beyond the Gulf countries.
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Judge Judy’s son, Adam Levy, is starting his own courtroom TV show called "Adam's Law." He recently spoke with CBS News to share details about the new show.
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Judge Judy has been a popular daytime TV court show for 30 years.
Adam Levy, her son, is now hosting his own courtroom program.
The show is called "Adam’s Law."
Adam Levy will wear a judge’s robe and lead the court on the show.
He gave a preview interview about the show with CBS News.
"Adam’s Law" is continuing the family tradition of televised courtrooms.
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Israel and Morocco have agreed to improve their diplomatic relations by upgrading their missions to embassies and appointing ambassadors. They also plan to boost economic ties, increase air travel, and hold high-level visits soon.
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Israel and Morocco will raise their diplomatic missions to embassies.
Both countries will appoint ambassadors to each other.
The agreement was reached during a meeting in New York, hosted by the US ambassador to the UN, Mike Waltz.
They will work on two economic agreements by the end of the year about investment protection and avoiding double taxation.
The countries plan to restart direct flights between them.
High-level official visits are planned for the coming months.
This deal follows the Abraham Accords, started by President Donald Trump to normalize relations between Israel and several Arab nations.
Morocco is one of the countries that joined the Abraham Accords, along with the UAE, Bahrain, Sudan, and Kazakhstan.
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The US military says it has kept the Strait of Hormuz open for commercial ships despite Iran’s blockade and attacks on vessels. The US has helped move large amounts of oil through the waterway while also enforcing a blockade on Iran.
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The US military says commercial traffic through the Strait of Hormuz "continues to flow."
Since early May, commercial ships have moved more than 900 million barrels of crude oil through the strait with US assistance.
The US claims to have redirected over 100 ships attempting to break the blockade on Iran’s maritime trade.
US forces recently cleared mines from major shipping lanes to keep the routes safe.
The US military says it targets only military sites and denies intentionally hitting civilians.
Attacks on the city of Kuhestak, near the strait, have been linked to US strikes, with reports of civilian casualties.
US forces claim to have reduced Iran’s missile ability and weakened Iran’s naval forces.
The US says damage from Iranian attacks has not hurt its military operations in the region.
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Syria raised fuel prices overnight, increasing diesel by 40% and petrol by 28%. This caused protests in several cities, disruptions to transportation, and rising costs for everyday goods and travel amid ongoing economic struggles.
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The Syrian government increased diesel prices by 40% and petrol prices by 28% starting Sunday night.
Protests occurred in many cities, including Aleppo, Idlib, and Damascus, with roadblocks and tyre burning.
Demonstrators blocked a major highway in northeastern Syria, halting hundreds of oil tankers.
A black market for fuel has grown because of the high prices and limited official supply.
The price hikes follow several increases since February, with petrol up about 86% and diesel more than double.
Nearly 90% of Syrians live below the poverty line, making fuel cost rises impact food and transport prices.
Syria’s war ended recently in December 2024 with the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime, and the new government is working to improve the economy.
Transport businesses face severe losses as fuel costs rise faster than fares, leading to expected price increases for travel and tourism.
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A recent scientific study found that climate change likely caused a glacier collapse in Nepal and Tibet, resulting in deadly floods that killed over 1,300 people. Warmer temperatures weakened the glacier, which released a massive avalanche of snow and ice, triggering fast and destructive floods.
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The glacier collapse occurred on August 26 on Langtang Lirung mountain, releasing about 110 million cubic meters of snow and ice.
More than 1,300 people died and 5,000 remain missing due to the floods.
The avalanche fell 1,400 meters and caused an earthquake-level impact.
Climate change caused the region to warm about 2°C since pre-industrial times, with record highs shortly before the disaster.
Rising temperatures have shifted the freezing line higher, weakening mountain slopes by melting permafrost (frozen soil).
The glacier has been shrinking, losing support and releasing meltwater that contributed to instability.
A 7.8 magnitude earthquake in 2015 also damaged the area, increasing vulnerability to collapse.
This event is very rare, estimated to happen once every 1,000 to 10,000 years under normal conditions, showing limits to how much local communities can adapt.
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