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Catherine Breed, a woman from California, is attempting to swim along the entire California coastline. The distance she plans to cover is more than 900 miles.
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Catherine Breed is swimming the full length of California’s coast.
The coastline stretch she aims to swim is over 900 miles long.
This attempt could become a historical achievement if completed.
The journey is being covered and reported by CBS News.
Yemen’s Houthi group said they attacked oil facilities in Saudi Arabia owned by the company Aramco. Saudi officials reported that they stopped the missile and drone attacks before any damage happened.
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Yemen’s Houthi fighters targeted Saudi oil facilities.
The oil facilities belong to the Saudi company Aramco.
Saudi Arabia said it intercepted missile and drone attacks.
The attacks happened near the Red Sea area.
This is part of ongoing conflict and tensions between Yemen and Saudi Arabia.
No reports of damage or casualties have been confirmed so far.
The information comes from sources in Yemen’s capital, Sanaa.
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Wildfires are spreading rapidly across parts of France and Spain under very unusual weather conditions. Strong winds have made the fires worse, forcing 300,000 people to leave their homes to stay safe.
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Wildfires are burning in multiple areas in France and Spain.
Authorities say the weather conditions are "unprecedented," meaning never seen before.
Strong winds are causing the fires to spread quickly.
Multiple fire fronts mean the fires are burning in different places at the same time.
Major cities are under threat from the advancing fires.
About 300,000 people have been evacuated from their homes.
Emergency teams are working to contain the fires and protect residents.
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New Bell prison in Douala, Cameroon, has its own music studio called Jail Time Records where inmates create and share music. The studio and its artists have gained attention both inside and outside the prison, even hosting concerts and producing award-winning documentaries.
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New Bell prison operates like a small city with its own internal system, including messengers and a market.
Jail Time Records is a music studio inside the prison that helps inmates produce songs and music videos.
One of the top artists, Empereur, has a music video with 24,000 views on YouTube.
The music attracts fans from countries like South Africa, the US, and Argentina.
The documentary about Jail Time Records won three awards at the Tribeca film festival in New York.
The studio was started in 2018 after an Italian volunteer noticed the inmates' talent during a dance class.
The project is seen as a way for prisoners to express themselves and find emotional freedom despite being incarcerated.
Notable supporters include director Taika Waititi and singer Rita Ora, who were executive producers of the documentary.
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Flavio Bolsonaro officially started his campaign to become Brazil’s president, receiving support from right-wing leaders like Argentina’s Javier Milei and Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu. He will run against current President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, but polls show Bolsonaro is behind and faces challenges within Brazilian politics.
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Flavio Bolsonaro is the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro.
He launched his presidential campaign as a candidate from Brazil’s political right.
Flavio received endorsements from Argentina’s President Javier Milei and Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Jair Bolsonaro is currently in prison for a coup attempt after losing in 2022.
Few major Brazilian politicians attended the campaign launch, with some parties staying distant.
Bolsonaro and his allies have been accused of trying to use their connections with US President Donald Trump’s administration to influence Brazil’s election.
Bolsonaro has raised doubts about the security of Brazil’s election system without evidence.
Brazil denied visas to two officials from the Trump administration who wanted to discuss election-related issues with Brazilian authorities.
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The July full Moon, called the Buck Moon, will be visible across much of the UK on the night of July 29. It is named after the time when male deer grow new antlers and is the second of three full moons this summer.
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The Buck Moon will reach full brightness at 15:36 BST on July 29, but it will be just below the horizon in the UK then.
People can see the full Moon overnight on July 29 and 30.
The name "Buck Moon" comes from the period when male deer (bucks) grow new antlers.
The Royal Observatory also calls it the Thunder Moon because of summer storms common in July.
Weather in central, southern, and eastern UK should be clear, making moon viewing good.
Northern and western UK may have more clouds and occasional showers, especially in Scotland.
Other summer sky events include the Perseid meteor shower in August and a total solar eclipse visible in parts of Europe on August 12.
The UK will see a partial solar eclipse on August 12 and a partial lunar eclipse on August 28.
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Three Year 10 students in England shared how their week-long work experience helped them understand future career options and motivated them to focus more on their education. The government now encourages schools to offer two weeks of immersive work experience between Years 7-9 and Years 10-11 to help students explore careers early.
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Kelsey, Maddison, and Azhe are Year 10 students who completed week-long work experience placements.
Kelsey worked at Whipsnade Zoo, which made her more confident and interested in animal care as a career.
Maddison did her placement at a recruitment firm and grew more confident about an office-based job.
Azhe tried a placement in auto care but decided mechanics was not the right career for him.
Students must often find their own placements, which can be difficult without local options or family connections.
The UK government published new guidance encouraging two weeks of in-person work experience for secondary school students.
Good work experience can show students how school subjects connect to jobs and boost motivation for exams.
Some organizations warn that access to quality placements is uneven and can affect social mobility.
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Social media posts that say sunscreen causes cancer are not true. Health experts worry these false claims might stop people from using sunscreen, which protects skin from harmful sun rays.
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Sunscreen does not cause cancer.
False claims about sunscreen causing cancer are spreading on social media.
Skin cancer rates are increasing.
Experts say sunscreen helps protect against ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun.
UV radiation can cause skin damage and increase cancer risk.
Using sunscreen is an important way to reduce skin cancer risk.
The report was made by BBC Verify to address misinformation.
Protecting skin with sunscreen is a recommended health practice.
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The UK reality show Love Island has changed its rules so that women now choose their partners first, reflecting a shift in dating culture where women may feel more comfortable making the first move. The show highlights how modern relationships are evolving, moving away from traditional gender roles where men usually initiated dating.
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In 2018, Megan Barton-Hanson caused controversy by openly expressing interest in another contestant soon after ending a relationship.
Initially, men always made the first choice in Love Island coupling, but in recent series, women now choose first.
Sociologists see this change on the show as reflecting wider societal shifts towards women taking more initiative in dating.
Love Island remains very popular with young viewers in the UK, with millions watching during its peak.
The show gives insights into how people today form and understand relationships under public scrutiny.
Traditional dating norms, where men lead, have been challenged but still influence behavior in many cases.
The 1960s women’s liberation movement and the availability of contraception began changing expectations about dating and sex.
Online dating and apps have also affected how people meet, but stereotypes about gender roles persist.
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The Lockerbie bombing in 1988 killed 270 people when Pan Am flight 103 exploded over Scotland. Abdelbaset al-Megrahi was convicted in 2001, but questions remain as a new suspect linked to making the bomb is going on trial in Washington DC. Some victims' family members and investigators believe other groups or countries, including Iran, might be behind the attack.
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Pan Am flight 103 exploded over Lockerbie, Scotland on December 21, 1988, killing 270 people.
Abdelbaset al-Megrahi, a Libyan intelligence officer, was convicted in 2001 for the bombing.
A man named Abu Agila Masud, suspected of making the bomb, is set to face trial in Washington DC later this year.
Jim Swire, whose daughter died in the bombing, believes Megrahi was innocent and suspects Iran was responsible.
Investigations suggest the bomb was hidden in a radio cassette player inside a briefcase on the plane.
Some evidence points to a militant group in Frankfurt, Germany, being involved before the bombing.
There are doubts about the official investigation and concerns about the role of intelligence agencies like MI5, MI6, and the CIA.
The case remains complex with competing theories and ongoing legal and investigative developments.
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The Israeli military has increased its actions in the occupied West Bank, raiding several Palestinian communities. At the same time, the Israeli government is speeding up the building of settlements that are considered illegal under international law. This rise in tensions happens just months before Israel's general elections, where Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may face losing power.
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Israeli forces have intensified operations in Palestinian towns and villages in the West Bank.
The Israeli government is fast-tracking the expansion of illegal settlements and outposts in the area.
Attacks by Israeli settlers on Palestinians are increasing alongside military actions.
This surge in activity is not a new development but follows a pattern of conflict in the region.
The escalation occurs three months before Israel’s general elections.
Opinion polls suggest Prime Minister Netanyahu could lose the upcoming election.
Expanding settlements and land control appeals to Netanyahu’s right-wing voters.
The topic is discussed by experts including a former Israeli ambassador and human rights lawyers.
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Many children in Italy, especially in the southern region of Campania, are becoming overweight or obese, which was once unusual given the country’s traditional Mediterranean diet. Doctors report more young patients with severe obesity and associated health problems, and they are using treatments like weight-loss injections and surgery to help, though some cases are too risky for surgery.
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Over 40% of eight and nine-year-old children in parts of Campania are overweight.
Ponticelli, a town near Naples, is known as a hotspot for child obesity.
Italian children are now among the most overweight in Europe, according to the WHO.
Dr. Sonja Chiappetta, who treats obesity at Betania Hospital, says more teenagers are requiring treatment.
Traditional Mediterranean diet habits have declined, with only about 10% of Italians following it today.
Diets now often include lots of pizza, pasta, potatoes, protein, and bread, plus many processed foods.
Parents often do not realize their children are overweight and may only notice health issues like coughs or stomach pain.
New treatments include GLP-1 injections that reduce appetite to help patients lose weight before surgery.
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The UK is expected to experience another heatwave next week with temperatures rising up to 35°C (95°F) in parts of England and Wales. After a cooler and rainy weekend, hot weather will return, especially in central and eastern England, while Scotland and Northern Ireland remain cooler.
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Temperatures could reach as high as 35°C in the warmest areas of England and Wales.
Some places have just ended a third heatwave lasting 21 days.
Sunday will be cooler with rain in southern and eastern UK, giving temporary relief from the heat.
High pressure will build south of the UK next week, preventing rain in most places except northwest Scotland.
Heat will intensify midweek, with Wednesday likely the hottest day.
Scotland and Northern Ireland will stay cooler with temperatures in the high teens to mid-twenties Celsius.
By next weekend, cooler weather and some rain might return, depending on wind direction.
Southern parts of the UK may remain dry, despite the need for rain.
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Residents of Nethy Bridge, a village near a wildfire in the Cairngorms, were allowed to return home after being evacuated. Police Scotland ended the major incident status after firebreaks reduced the risk, but firefighters remain on site to fully control the blaze.
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The wildfire near Nethy Bridge has been burning for 10 days in Cairngorms National Park.
Residents were evacuated on Friday night but have now been told they can return.
The fire was declared a major incident but this status was recently stood down by Police Scotland.
Firefighters created fire breaks, clearing areas to stop the fire spreading, which helped reduce danger to homes.
About 75 firefighters remain working on the fire to ensure it is fully extinguished.
Local people criticized the government's slow response and poor communication during the evacuation.
The fire started near Glenmore and grew to cover about six square kilometers of heather and small trees.
People in nearby areas affected by smoke were advised to keep doors and windows closed for safety.
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A white van drove into a crowd at Berlin's annual LGBTQ+ Pride celebration, killing one person and injuring at least 15 others before crashing into a tree. Police canceled the event, are searching for suspects, and have not confirmed any motives or identities.
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The incident occurred on July 25, 2026, at Berlin's LGBTQ+ Pride event in Tiergarten park.
One person died and at least 15 others were injured, some seriously.
The van struck people near the route of the earlier Pride march before crashing into a tree.
Police deployed many officers and asked the public to leave the area immediately.
Authorities have not identified any suspects or motives as of now.
The Pride event, known as Christopher Street Day, is one of the largest LGBTQ+ celebrations in Europe.
The event was canceled around 10:15 p.m. after the crash, with performances stopped and people advised to go home.
This attack happened during a peaceful celebration with hundreds of thousands of participants earlier in the day.
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Iran has accused Ukraine of attacking an Iranian commercial ship in the Caspian Sea, causing one death and one injury. Iran protested the attack, calling it hostile and illegal, while Ukraine’s President said Kyiv struck ships used for military purposes in the area.
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Iran says a Ukrainian attack on an Iranian commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea caused an explosion, killing one sailor and injuring another.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry summoned Ukraine’s diplomat in Tehran to protest the attack.
Iran called the attack a violation of the United Nations Charter and warned it could worsen the Russia-Ukraine war.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi discussed the issue with the EU’s top diplomat, urging an international response.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said Ukraine’s forces had successfully attacked ships carrying military cargo in the Caspian Sea but did not confirm targeting the Iranian commercial vessel.
Zelenskyy accused Russia of sharing satellite information of Gulf states and US military sites with Iran.
Relations between Iran and Ukraine have been tense since Iran sold drones to Russia, which Russia has used to attack Ukrainian cities.
Ukraine has helped Gulf countries defend against Iranian drone attacks by sending experts and drone interceptors.
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A fire destroyed over 70 homes in a traditional village in Sukabumi Regency, West Java, Indonesia. More than 400 people lost their homes, and the fire likely started because of an electrical short circuit.
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The fire happened in a traditional village in Sukabumi Regency, West Java province, Indonesia.
Over 70 houses were destroyed by the fire.
More than 400 people became homeless because of the fire.
Officials think the fire started from an electrical short circuit.
The fire caused major damage to the local community.
The incident is still under investigation to confirm the exact cause.
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A Canadian theme park closed, leaving beluga whales in danger of being euthanized. Rescue teams in San Antonio, Texas, carried out a large operation to save the whales and find them new homes.
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The beluga whales were kept at a theme park in Canada that recently shut down.
After the closure, the whales faced the risk of being put down (euthanized).
A major rescue effort took place in San Antonio, Texas.
The goal of the rescue was to save the whales and avoid euthanasia.
The whales needed new places to live after being rescued.
Jared Ochacher reported on the rescue for CBS News.
The story was shared through the CBS News app and website.
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More than 300,000 people have evacuated due to wildfires spreading across France and Spain. The fires near Bordeaux and Madrid are worsening, with difficult weather conditions making firefighting efforts harder.
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Over 300,000 people fled wildfires in France and Spain as of July 26, 2026.
Authorities in Spain ordered new evacuations near Madrid and Toledo.
Fire whirlwinds have intensified the blazes near Bordeaux in France.
Heatwave, drought, and water shortages have worsened fire conditions.
Spain’s Interior Minister described the situation as complex and predicted a tough night for firefighters.
French President Emmanuel Macron has mobilized the military to assist with the fires.
Wildfires have caused deaths, including three firefighters in the affected countries.
The fires are part of a larger regional crisis impacting southern Europe.
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One person died and at least 14 others were hurt when a car drove into a crowd at an LGBTQ parade in Berlin’s Tiergarten park. Police stopped the event and searched for the driver, who left the vehicle behind at the scene.
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The incident happened late Saturday during Berlin’s Pride parade, known as Christopher Street Day.
One person was killed and over 14 people were injured, some with life-threatening injuries.
The car struck people near the parade route in Tiergarten park, a large wooded area in central Berlin.
Police found the vehicle abandoned and are searching for the driver or drivers.
Authorities asked everyone at the event to leave immediately and avoid the park area.
Hundreds of thousands had gathered earlier to celebrate peacefully with floats, music, and dancing.
The event was stopped around 10:15 pm local time, interrupting a scheduled performance near the Brandenburg Gate.
Emergency services treated injured people at the scene and police searched the area for evidence.
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