Actress Busy Philipps shared that she was diagnosed with ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) later in life. She realized she had ADHD symptoms while her young daughter was being tested and diagnosed.
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Busy Philipps is 45 years old.
She was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult.
Her diagnosis happened after her daughter was evaluated for ADHD.
Research shows women are more often diagnosed with ADHD later in life than men.
ADHD is a condition that affects attention and behavior.
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Tropical Storm Arthur weakened to a low pressure area as it hit the Texas coast. It is expected to bring heavy rain, flooding, and dangerous conditions across several southeastern states over the next few days.
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Arthur was downgraded from a cyclone to a tropical storm and then to a low pressure area near Texas.
Maximum wind speeds dropped to about 35 mph (55 km/h).
Heavy rainfall of 5 to 10 inches, with some areas possibly getting up to 20 inches, is expected.
Flooding risks are high in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Georgia, and the Florida panhandle.
Authorities distributed sandbags and cleared drains to reduce flood damage.
Surf and rip currents along the Gulf Coast will be dangerous for the next few days.
Tornados are possible through Thursday in affected areas.
The National Weather Service issued a High Risk alert for excessive rainfall and warned people not to enter floodwaters.
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The US-Iran deal was supposed to be signed in Switzerland, but President Donald Trump signed it instead at the Palace of Versailles during a dinner with French President Emmanuel Macron. Switzerland confirmed that talks to implement the deal will still take place on June 19 in Geneva.
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The original plan was to sign the US-Iran deal face-to-face in Switzerland.
President Trump chose to sign the deal at the Palace of Versailles in France.
The signing happened during a state dinner with French President Emmanuel Macron.
Switzerland will host talks on implementing the deal on June 19 in Geneva.
The future of a face-to-face signing remains uncertain after the change of location.
The deal has generated reactions and discussions related to peace in the Middle East.
The article includes references to other reports about the US-Iran deal and its regional impact.
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Two men, including a British immigration officer, were jailed in the UK for spying on pro-democracy activists from Hong Kong on behalf of Hong Kong and China. They were convicted of helping a foreign intelligence service by watching targets between December 2023 and May 2024.
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Chung Biu “Bill” Yuen, 66, and Chi Leung “Peter” Wai, 41, were convicted of spying for China in the UK.
Wai worked for the UK Border Force and misused his job to search government computer records about targets.
Both men have dual Chinese and British citizenship and denied the charges.
The Chinese embassy called the case a political move abusing the law.
A judge said foreign spying now includes watching and intimidating dissidents, not just stealing state secrets.
Yuen was sentenced to 8 years in prison, and Wai to 10 years.
The men were caught after trying to kidnap Monica Kwong, a former Hong Kong resident, in May 2024.
Police said the men targeted pro-democracy campaigners peacefully protesting against Hong Kong and Chinese authorities.
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Ukraine carried out a large drone attack in Moscow, targeting an oil refinery near the Kremlin. The attack caused big fires, and as a result, Moscow stopped all flights for safety.
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Ukraine launched the biggest drone attack on Moscow since the Russia-Ukraine war started.
The attack targeted an oil refinery close to the Kremlin.
Videos show large fires caused by the drone strike.
In response, Moscow authorities suspended all flights.
The incident marks a significant escalation in the conflict near Russia’s capital.
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French President Emmanuel Macron hosted U.S. President Donald Trump at the Palace of Versailles during the 2026 G7 summit to encourage unity and support for Ukraine. While the event showed diplomatic symbolism and received praise, experts say Macron struggles to turn such gestures into lasting political influence.
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Macron invited President Trump to Versailles during the 2026 G7 summit to improve cooperation.
Trump signed an Iran memorandum and joined other leaders in supporting Ukraine against Russia.
The Versailles dinners and settings symbolize France’s historical influence in diplomacy.
Macron’s first Versailles meeting with Russian President Putin did not prevent Russia’s later invasion of Ukraine.
Analysts say Macron has strong ideas but lacks the means to enforce them globally.
France’s limited military power and economic challenges reduce its global influence.
Macron proposed sending Western troops to Ukraine in 2024, which surprised NATO allies but was seen as politically risky.
Macron’s current presidential term ends in 2027, and he has lost his parliamentary majority, limiting his political strength at home.
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A photographer in Minnesota was upset to find plastic rose petals left behind after a proposal at Black Beach, a popular natural spot. She spent two hours cleaning the plastic waste and posted a video online to raise awareness about respecting public spaces.
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Faith NuVo, a photographer from Pine City, Minnesota, visited Black Beach for a sunrise photoshoot on May 29.
She found plastic rose petals scattered all over the beach from a recent proposal.
Plastic petals do not decompose and can harm wildlife and the environment.
NuVo spent two hours picking up the scattered petals to clean the beach.
She posted a TikTok video showing the littered beach, which has received over 25 million views.
NuVo hopes the video will remind people to clean up and respect public places.
She expressed that littering should not be accepted even during special events like proposals.
NuVo does not wish harm on the couple but wants people to treat natural sites responsibly.
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A rightwing summit called the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (Arc) is taking place in London, attracting populist politicians, activists, and wealthy backers from over 85 countries. The event includes speakers and attendees from the UK, US, and Europe, focusing on conservative and anti-"woke" ideas, including strong Christian evangelical themes and opposition to climate policies.
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The summit is held at London’s Olympia exhibition centre with about 4,000 attendees from more than 85 countries.
Prominent UK figures include Reform UK MPs Sarah Pochin and Andrew Rosindell, and Tory leader Kemi Badenoch.
Two senior staff from Eton College, Tom Arbuthnott (deputy head) and Luke Martin (theology teacher), are attending.
Several US officials connected to far-right causes and conservative policy advocacy are present, including representatives linked to the Trump administration.
The Alliance Defending Freedom, a US conservative legal group involved in overturning Roe v Wade, has over a dozen representatives at the event.
European far-right parties represented include Germany’s AfD, Belgium’s Vlaams Belang, Spain’s Vox, and the Netherlands’ Party for Freedom.
The conference emphasizes Christian evangelical political ideas, opposition to net zero climate goals, and skepticism about climate change.
The event was co-founded by Canadian psychologist Jordan Peterson, known for rightwing views, and British Tory peer Phillippa Stroud.
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A man named Jamie Varley was sentenced to spend his whole life in prison for sexually abusing and murdering his 13-month-old adopted son, Preston Davey. Varley's partner, John McGowan-Fazakerley, was also sentenced to 25 years for assaulting the child and allowing his death. Preston died in July 2023 after suffering many injuries and abuse.
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Jamie Varley, 37, was given a whole life prison sentence for murdering his adopted son Preston Davey.
Preston was 13 months old when he died in July 2023 after four months of abuse.
Varley tried to say Preston drowned by accident, but an examination found about 40 injuries on the baby.
John McGowan-Fazakerley, Varley's partner, got 25 years for sexual assault, child cruelty, and allowing the death.
A whole life order means Varley will never leave prison unless under very rare compassionate reasons.
Preston’s biological mother and father spoke about their heartbreak during the court hearing.
Preston was taken into care shortly after birth and lived with foster parents before being adopted by Varley and McGowan-Fazakerley.
Preston’s mother had a criminal history and was in prison when he was very young.
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President Donald Trump signed an agreement with Iran aiming to end a conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global oil transport. The deal will lift U.S. sanctions on Iran, release frozen Iranian funds, and end a naval blockade, but it has raised concerns about the concessions made to Iran and unclear future control of the waterway.
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The agreement was signed at the Palace of Versailles in France.
The deal aims to stop the conflict that began February 28, involving U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran.
It promises to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran had blockaded, disrupting global energy markets.
The agreement lifts U.S. sanctions on Iran, frees billions in frozen Iranian funds, and ends the U.S. naval blockade on Iranian ports.
The deal waives charges for passage through the Strait of Hormuz for 60 days, but future tolls and control remain uncertain.
Iran may gain up to $10 billion in oil sales during the 60-day waiver period, with total revenues potentially over $30 billion.
The U.S. will work with partners to create a plan for Iran’s economic reconstruction, possibly involving $300 billion, but without guaranteed U.S. funding.
Critics express concern that the deal may give Iran too many benefits and not enough guarantees about its future actions or nuclear ambitions.
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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a six-month review of US forces in Europe, criticizing some NATO allies for not contributing enough to defense spending. The US plans to reduce certain military commitments in Europe while urging NATO members to meet agreed spending targets to maintain alliance strength.
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The US is reviewing its military forces in Europe over six months, called NATO 3.0.
Some NATO allies were criticized for "free-riding," meaning they do not spend enough on defense.
NATO has a target for members to spend 5% of their GDP on defense, including 3.5% on core defense and 1.5% on related infrastructure.
US contributions to NATO will decrease if other members do not meet these spending goals.
The US already decided to scale back forces in the NATO Force Model, which includes rapid response air and naval units.
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said European defense spending increased by nearly 20% last year.
The US withdrew 5,000 troops from Germany after disagreements with the German government about the Iran war.
Poland is negotiating to host a permanent US troop base after previous troop withdrawal plans were reversed.
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Iran’s currency, the rial, has increased in value by more than 15% against the US dollar after the US and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding. Despite this, many Iranians still face high prices for everyday goods like food because the cost of living has not yet improved.
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Iran’s rial rose from about 1.8 million to 1.54 million rials per US dollar after the US-Iran agreement.
The exchange rate had peaked at 1.9 million rials per dollar in March due to war-related events and sanctions.
Iran’s stock market is growing rapidly with hopes for better economic conditions.
High inflation and sanctions have made everyday items costly for many Iranians.
Basic food prices such as milk, cheese, cooking oil, and flour have not dropped despite the stronger rial.
Some goods’ prices remain high because stores still sell imported items bought when the rial was weaker.
It may take around two weeks for store prices to reflect the new exchange rates as old stock sells out.
The US naval blockade and sanctions have worsened Iran’s economy before the recent agreement.
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Since 2023, Israel has taken control of large areas in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria, marking its biggest territorial expansion in decades. These areas, called “buffer zones,” are meant to prevent future attacks, but have displaced millions of people and raised concerns about long-term changes to the region’s borders.
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Israel has seized about 1,000 square kilometers (386 square miles) of land in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria since 2023.
The land takeover started after Hamas attacked Israel in 2023, triggering wars on several fronts.
Israel calls the land “buffer zones” to protect itself from militant attacks and plans to stay there indefinitely.
More than 3 million Palestinians and Lebanese have been forced to leave their homes due to Israeli military actions and demolitions.
In Lebanon, Israel currently occupies 608 square kilometers (234 square miles) after fighting Hezbollah, a militant group backed by Iran.
About 1.2 million Lebanese civilians have been warned to evacuate from the occupied area in Lebanon.
Israel controlled more than half of the Gaza Strip after a ceasefire in October 2025, a region with over 2 million people.
The borders in this region have changed often since 1948 through wars, ceasefires, and agreements, and the recent changes may lead to new long-term boundaries.
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Residents have started returning to southern Lebanon’s city of Tyre after weeks of fighting and heavy Israeli airstrikes. The return came shortly after a new deal between the United States and Iran aimed at ending the conflict, though Israel and Hezbollah are not part of this agreement and fighting continues in some areas.
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Tyre, a coastal city in southern Lebanon, was heavily damaged by Israeli airstrikes targeting Hezbollah.
Many residents, including Adnan Kaour, found their homes destroyed after the fighting.
The U.S. and Iran reached a deal to help end the war in the Middle East, including Lebanon’s conflict.
The deal calls for Lebanon’s territorial integrity but does not require Israel to withdraw from southern Lebanon.
Israel has not yet responded publicly to the deal and continues to keep troops in Lebanon.
Hezbollah remains committed to resisting Israeli forces.
Fighting still occurred as of Wednesday in several villages and towns in southern Lebanon.
Residents have mixed feelings, hopeful yet cautious, due to past failed ceasefires.
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The European Union has quietly tried to reopen communication with Russia to avoid being left out of any talks about ending the war in Ukraine. This effort comes while Ukraine carried out a large drone attack on a Moscow oil refinery, and Russia continues to prefer negotiating directly with the United States.
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The EU has made brief diplomatic contacts with Russia recently to open communication channels.
No detailed discussions have taken place yet between the EU and Russia.
The EU supports Ukraine’s goal of a just and lasting peace but does not see itself as a mediator.
Russia’s President Putin has tried to exclude Europe and Ukraine from negotiations and focus on talks with the U.S.
Putin says Russia has not rejected talks with the EU and is open to communication.
EU leaders, including European Council President Antonio Costa, are coordinating on potential engagement with Russia.
These developments happen amid ongoing conflict in Ukraine, including a recent major drone attack on a Moscow oil refinery.
The EU’s outreach aims to protect its interests and maintain diplomatic channels with Russia for any future peace efforts.
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A man from Georgia nearly lost his ability to enjoy music after a serious accident. With determination and the help of technology, he has become a record-breaking drummer again.
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The man is from Georgia.
He had a serious accident that almost ended his music passion.
He used technology as part of his recovery.
He showed strong determination to keep playing music.
He now holds a record as a drummer.
His story was featured in the CBS Mornings series "Pushing the Limits."
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In Britain, activists protesting against Israel’s actions in Gaza are increasingly being treated as terrorists under terrorism laws, while support for Israel’s policies remains accepted in politics. This shift raises questions about why opposition to alleged war crimes and genocide in Gaza is framed as extremism, whereas the ongoing destruction in Gaza receives less political scrutiny.
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Israel and its leaders face accusations of genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity in international courts.
Since October 2023, Gaza has experienced severe destruction described by experts as genocide.
Britain has prosecuted activists who protest against Israel’s actions, such as the case of the Filton 4.
Damage to property by activists is being discussed using terrorism language, while large-scale destruction in Gaza is not.
Terrorism laws in democracies aim to address serious threats to public safety and security.
Criticism of Israel in Britain is increasingly linked to allegations of extremism and anti-Semitism.
The distinction between criticizing a government’s policies and hatred of a people is often blurred in discussions about Israel.
Jewish communities deserve protection from hostility, but criticism of government policies should not be confused with prejudice.
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Tornadoes caused damage in several cities across the Midwest and the southern United States. Tropical Storm Arthur brought flooding to areas in Texas and Louisiana.
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Tornadoes hit multiple cities in the Midwest and South regions.
Tropical Storm Arthur caused flooding in parts of Texas.
Louisiana also experienced flooding from the storm.
The severe weather affected both urban and rural areas.
CBS News reported on these weather events and their impact.
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Israeli drone strikes in southern Lebanon killed at least three people shortly after the United States and Iran signed a deal to end their conflict on all fronts, including Lebanon. Despite the agreement, Israel has kept its forces inside southern Lebanon and continues military actions, while the armed group Hezbollah has responded with attacks against Israeli soldiers.
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Israeli drone attacks killed two people near Kfar Tebnit and one in Zabadin, Lebanon.
Another Israeli strike wounded two people in Beit Yahoun, Nabatieh governorate.
The US and Iran signed an interim agreement to extend a ceasefire covering conflicts including Lebanon.
Israel's military released a map showing forces positioned about 10 km inside southern Lebanon along the "Yellow Line."
This military presence and territorial reach may violate a 2022 maritime agreement between Israel and Lebanon protecting Lebanon’s Qana gas project.
Israel faces internal pressure from political leaders to take a tougher stance on Lebanon and continue military actions.
Hezbollah claims the US-Iran deal gives it leverage and has responded with attacks killing and injuring Israeli soldiers.
Hezbollah refuses to accept a one-sided ceasefire or disarmament demanded by the Lebanese government.
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