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Turkish opposition leader Ozgur Ozel and 90 other lawmakers left the main opposition CHP party to form a new political party called the New Party. This split happened after a court overturned Ozel’s leadership in the CHP, and it may change the balance of power in upcoming elections against President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
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Ozgur Ozel was removed as CHP chairman after a court annulled the party congress that elected him.
The court cited voter fraud and reinstated Ozel’s predecessor, Kemal Kilicdaroglu.
Police entered CHP headquarters to enforce the court ruling, leading to internal party conflict.
Ozel and supporters view the court decision as judicial interference in politics.
The government denies interfering and calls the case an internal CHP matter.
The CHP won important local elections in 2024 under Ozel’s leadership, including Istanbul and Ankara.
Corruption investigations have targeted CHP officials, including Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, who denies charges and is jailed pending trial.
With the New Party’s formation, the CHP has only 44 MPs left in parliament, while the AK Party holds 277 seats.
Ozel supports Imamoglu as the opposition’s presidential candidate for the next elections.
The opposition split might help Erdogan maintain power in the coming years.
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Police in Guyana have charged the captain and two crew members of a ferry that capsized in July, killing more than 70 people. The ferry sank before reaching its destination, and about 30 passengers remain missing.
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The ferry capsized on July 18 while traveling from Georgetown to Port Kaituma.
More than 70 people died, and around 30 are still missing.
The accused are Captain Kevin Price, chief mate Rondell Dwayne Roberts, and cargo superintendent Delon Granderson.
The ferry was an old vessel, 87 years old, named MV Barima.
Survivors reported that the ferry was leaking and overcrowded with people and cargo.
The government formed a commission of international experts to investigate the sinking.
A new ferry was bought from India but could not be used because a pier at Port Kaituma was still under construction.
The ferry wreck lies about 50 feet underwater and is unlikely to be raised.
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President Donald Trump says the United States and Iran have restarted negotiations, with the U.S. saying Iran wants a deal. Iran confirms talks are happening but says it is not in a hurry to make an agreement.
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President Donald Trump announced that talks with Iran are back on.
The U.S. claims that Iran is eager to reach a deal.
Iran acknowledges ongoing negotiations with the U.S.
Iran states it is taking its time and not rushing to finalize an agreement.
The situation is similar to previous rounds of negotiation between the two countries.
The news comes amid ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
Al Jazeera reported on the latest developments in the talks.
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Rex Heuermann, the Gilgo Beach serial killer, was sentenced after many years. The courtroom was filled with strong emotions as victims’ families shared their feelings and faced him directly.
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Rex Heuermann has been identified as the Gilgo Beach serial killer.
The sentencing happened after decades of waiting by the victims’ families.
Family members spoke openly about their pain and loss during the sentencing.
Children of victims expressed their sadness about growing up without their mothers.
The courtroom served as a place for people to express grief and anger.
The sentencing brought a sense of closure to some of the victims’ families.
The case attracted wide public and media attention over the years.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with US President Donald Trump at the White House and described the meeting as positive. They discussed Ukraine producing Patriot missile interceptors and ways to try to end the war with Russia.
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Zelenskyy said the meeting with President Trump was good and thanked him for working together to protect Ukrainians.
They talked about licensing production of Patriot air defence missiles in Ukraine.
Trump recently agreed to allow Ukraine to co-produce these missile interceptors.
The meeting lasted about one hour and was held in private.
On the same day, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also met with Trump at the White House.
Zelenskyy came to the US to attend Senator Lindsey Graham's funeral and to meet other officials.
The US and Ukraine are also working on producing drones together to improve military technology.
This meeting shows an improvement in relations after some tense moments last year between the two leaders.
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The movie "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" had its world premiere in Hollywood. This event was covered by ABC News as part of their entertainment news segment.
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The movie titled "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" debuted with a premiere event in Hollywood.
ABC News reporter Hanna Battah covered this premiere.
The report was part of the "GMA" Pop News segment on July 28, 2026.
The event gathered attention as part of Hollywood’s film premieres.
The article included a live segment for viewers with various news updates.
The premiere is connected to the popular Spider-Man franchise.
The coverage was brief and focused on popular culture news.
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The International Organization for Migration (IOM) warns that online scam centers are a fast-growing way criminals traffic people, especially in Southeast Asia. These centers trick people with fake job offers, force them to work under harsh conditions, and cause huge financial losses around the world.
Key Facts
Online scam centers employ up to 300,000 workers in countries like Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos.
Victims come from over 80 countries and are often recruited through fake job ads on social media.
Many victims have their passports taken away and face physical and psychological abuse.
These scams caused estimated global losses of $88 billion to $114 billion in one year.
The IOM has helped more than 3,500 survivors from 33 countries, many deeply traumatized and in debt.
Survivors are sometimes wrongly treated as criminals instead of victims.
The IOM urges stronger international cooperation to stop traffickers and to protect and support victims.
Efforts include raising public awareness so people can recognize and avoid these scams.
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President Donald Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as conflicts involving Ukraine and Iran escalate around the Caspian Sea. This large inland body of water, key for global trade, is becoming a new hotspot where tensions from two separate wars are merging, raising concerns for regional stability and international commerce.
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The Caspian Sea is the world’s largest lake, located between Asia and Europe, bordered by Russia, Iran, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan.
Ukraine has conducted strikes on Russian oil rigs and commercial vessels in the Caspian Sea since December.
Iran reported its cargo ship was hit in the Caspian Sea, resulting in a sailor's death.
Israel targeted Iran’s naval presence in the Caspian Sea in March as part of a joint U.S.-Israel campaign against Iran.
Both Russia and Iran have promised to retaliate against recent attacks in the Caspian Sea.
The Caspian Sea region is critical for two major trade routes: the International North-South Transit Corridor linking India, Iran, Azerbaijan, and Russia, and the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route connecting China, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Turkey to Europe.
Conflict in the Caspian threatens these important trade routes and could increase global instability.
Analysts note that Ukraine’s attacks may aim to expand its war effort and draw more Western support.
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President Donald Trump postponed large military attacks on Iran after meeting advisers. The U.S. has several difficult options in dealing with Iran, including more air strikes, a ground invasion, or using nuclear weapons, all of which carry serious risks. The most hopeful approach may be to claim progress and seek negotiations with Iran.
Key Facts
President Trump delayed major attacks on Iran following adviser meetings.
About 70% of Americans oppose a war with Iran, influencing political decisions.
Iran still has strong drone and missile strike capabilities despite U.S. claims.
The U.S. has moved aircraft and missile defense units to the region, including two Marine Expeditionary Units and airborne troops.
The U.S. and Gulf allies may have run low on defensive and Tomahawk missiles.
Expanding air strikes risks hitting civilian infrastructure, causing humanitarian and economic harm.
A ground invasion would require many more troops than currently deployed and risks high casualties.
Using nuclear weapons would cause massive destruction and global political fallout, including affecting Russia's stance on nuclear weapons.
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A prosecutor investigating a boat strike case was killed, according to reports. The article suggests there are concerns about U.S. activities overseas and calls for transparency about them.
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A prosecutor involved in looking into a boat strike was assassinated.
This event has raised questions about what the United States is doing in other countries.
The article emphasizes that Americans should be informed about U.S. actions abroad.
No further details about the location or parties involved were provided.
The exact connection between the assassination and the boat strike investigation is not explained.
The report implies concerns about safety and openness in U.S. overseas operations.
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A strong earthquake of magnitude 7.1 hit the southern part of Japan's Kyushu island, causing part of a shopping mall to collapse and injuring many people. A tsunami warning was issued but later canceled, and authorities are still assessing damage to buildings, roads, and infrastructure.
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The earthquake measured magnitude 7.1 and struck Kyushu, Japan.
Part of the Aeon Mall in Kashima Town collapsed, trapping around 20 to 30 employees.
About 90 people were treated or taken to hospitals for injuries in nearby cities.
A tsunami advisory for nearby seas was issued but lifted within two hours.
Damage included collapsed stone walls at Kumamoto Castle and a derailed train at Yatsushiro station.
Trains and flights in the affected area were suspended for safety checks.
No damage was reported at three nearby nuclear power plants.
The Japanese Defense Ministry sent aircraft to survey the situation.
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At least 30 people have died in Pakistan-administered Kashmir after security forces reportedly fired on peaceful protesters demanding political reforms. The region is under strict communication shutdown, including an internet blackout, making it difficult to verify details independently. Pakistani officials deny state involvement and claim the protests are influenced by India.
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At least 30 people were reportedly killed over two days during protests in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.
The protests demand changes to the election system and political and economic rights for local people.
The Pakistani government imposed a communication blackout and arrested many protesters.
Amnesty International called for lifting the communication shutdown and an independent investigation.
Pakistani security forces are accused of abducting dead bodies to hide evidence.
Pakistani officials say the protests receive support and funding from India; protesters deny this.
The protests began in June and involve opposition to reserved political seats for refugees from Indian-administered Kashmir.
Media access to the region is restricted, and local media has largely not reported on the protests or deaths.
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Singer-songwriter David Anthony Burke, known as D4vd, has been charged with murder following the discovery of Celeste Rivas Hernandez's remains in a vehicle registered to him last fall. CBS News reporters Natalie Morales and Matt Gutman reviewed new details about the case, including the alleged abusive relationship between D4vd and Celeste.
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Celeste Rivas Hernandez's remains were found last fall in a vehicle linked to David Anthony Burke (D4vd).
David Anthony Burke is a singer-songwriter who performs under the name D4vd.
D4vd has been charged with murder in connection to Celeste’s death.
Reports mention an alleged abusive relationship between D4vd and Celeste.
CBS News correspondents Natalie Morales and Matt Gutman discussed the case and recent developments.
The information is part of a news episode called "Case by Case."
The murder charge was announced this week after ongoing investigation.
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Fourteen elephants have died mysteriously near Amboseli National Park in southern Kenya. Wildlife experts are investigating the cause by testing tissue samples to see if disease, poisoning, or another reason is behind the deaths.
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Fourteen elephant carcasses were found near Amboseli National Park in Kenya.
The Kenya Wildlife Service is leading the investigation into the deaths.
Tissue samples have been sent to labs to check for disease or poisoning.
The elephants that died include both males and females of different ages.
The deaths happened in various locations 9 to 30 miles outside the park boundaries.
This is the largest number of elephant deaths recorded in the area for many years.
The Amboseli ecosystem, shared with Tanzania, has over 2,000 elephants as of 2025.
Poaching has been controlled in this region before, making these deaths unusual.
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The CBS News show "Case by Case" explores why many vacations have ended in violent crimes recently. The first episode focuses on the trial of Gerhardt Konig, who was found guilty of trying to kill his wife during a violent attack in Hawaii.
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Gerhardt Konig, a former anesthesiologist, was found guilty of attempted manslaughter.
The attack happened on a cliffside in Hawaii and involved his wife, Arielle.
CBS News correspondents Natalie Morales and Matt Gutman covered the trial and its key moments.
The show looks at a trend of violent crimes occurring during dream vacations.
Locations in the stories include Oahu, Hawaii, and the Bahamas.
"Case by Case" is a CBS News series focusing on true crime stories related to travel experiences.
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John Oliver, a late-night TV host, challenged the Texas convenience store chain Buc-ee’s to sue him. Buc-ee’s is known for filing lawsuits against others over trademark or copyright issues. Oliver’s comment was made in a joking way during his show.
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Buc-ee’s is a Texas-based chain of convenience stores.
The company often sues other businesses for trademark or copyright infringement.
John Oliver is a late-night television host.
Oliver publicly dared Buc-ee’s to sue him next.
The challenge was made as a joke on Oliver’s TV show.
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President Donald Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Washington, D.C. Both leaders were in the city to attend Senator Lindsey Graham's funeral.
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President Trump met with Prime Minister Netanyahu on Tuesday.
Earlier, President Trump met with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine.
Both Netanyahu and Zelenskyy were in Washington, D.C. for Senator Lindsey Graham’s funeral.
The meetings happened at the White House.
The events were reported by CBS News.
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The UK government has decided to stop funding the Lovell radio telescope at Jodrell Bank Observatory after March 2028. This telescope has been important in space research for nearly 70 years, and the funding cut threatens its continued operation unless other money sources are found.
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The Lovell telescope is a 76-meter-wide radio telescope located at Jodrell Bank Observatory in northwest England.
It is part of the e-Merlin network, a group of seven radio telescopes across the UK.
UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) announced it will end public funding for the telescope by March 2028.
The funding cut is part of a plan to focus government investment on areas with the highest long-term scientific impact.
Scientists and physics organizations have expressed concern and called for the government to reconsider.
The University of Manchester, which manages the telescope, plans to seek funding from businesses, government, or charities.
The Lovell telescope was built in 1957 and has played a key role in tracking Sputnik, receiving the first moon images, and studying space phenomena like black holes and pulsars.
Jodrell Bank’s public engagement center will continue to operate and is not affected by the funding cuts.
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A tornado hit northeastern Wisconsin on Monday, staying on the ground for over 20 minutes and traveling about 12 miles. It caused heavy damage to homes, cars, and power lines, leaving more than 15,000 people without electricity and forcing some residents to use shelters.
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The tornado struck the Fox Cities area, including Appleton, Menasha, and Neenah, about 100 miles northwest of Milwaukee.
It lasted on the ground for about 20 minutes and was nearly a mile wide at its peak.
The tornado tore roofs off homes and businesses, flipped cars, and knocked down trees and utility poles.
More than 15,000 customers lost power, and repairs could take several days.
No deaths or missing people have been reported, but some injuries likely occurred.
A boil water advisory was issued in part of Fox Crossing due to lost water pressure.
Shelters were opened for people displaced by the storm.
The tornado was caused by a large storm system fueled by heat and humidity moving through the Great Lakes region.
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A fuel shortage caused by regional conflict has led to long lines and gas station closures in Iraq’s Kurdish region, especially in the city of Irbil. The shortage stems from reduced gas production linked to security threats and drone attacks related to tensions between Iran, Iraqi militia groups, and the United States.
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Drivers in Irbil waited hours, sometimes overnight, to buy gasoline due to the shortage.
Most private gas stations were closed, with only some government-run stations selling fuel.
Dana Gas, the largest gas company in northern Iraq, cut production at the Khor Mor field because of security threats including drone attacks.
Iran-backed Iraqi militias have launched drone strikes against U.S. targets in Iraq, leading to U.S. military responses.
Kurdish opposition groups with bases in Iraq have also clashed with Iranian forces, contributing to regional instability.
Efforts for U.S.-Iran negotiations are ongoing but sporadic attacks by armed groups continue.
Temperatures above 45°C (113°F) made waiting in line especially difficult for drivers.
Kurdish regional leaders urged Iraq’s central government to help increase fuel supplies.
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