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Israel’s national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, joined thousands of Jewish activists who entered the al-Aqsa mosque compound in Jerusalem, an area considered very holy and sensitive. This action broke a long-standing agreement that bans non-Muslim prayer in the site, causing strong reactions from Palestinians, neighboring countries, and international groups.
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Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel’s far-right security minister, entered the al-Aqsa mosque compound with thousands of Jewish extremists.
Under a decades-old agreement, non-Muslims are not allowed to pray at the compound, which is called al-Haram al-Sharif by Muslims and Temple Mount by Jews.
Ben-Gvir has changed rules to allow Jewish visitors to pray and bring religious materials, breaking the status quo.
The Palestinian religious ministry said these visits aim to cause a religious war in the region.
The visit happened on Tisha B’Av, a Jewish holy day marking the destruction of two ancient temples on the site.
The Jordanian government condemned the storming and asked the world to pressure Israel to stop violating holy sites.
Israeli police arrested 16 Jewish suspects after violence against Palestinians and damage to a Muslim cemetery near the compound.
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu supports Jewish prayer at the site but claims the status quo agreement has not been broken.
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Oil prices rose sharply after the Houthi militia group, which is connected to Iran, attacked tankers in the Red Sea. The price of Brent crude oil went over $100 per barrel due to these events.
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The Houthi militia group carried out attacks on ships in the Red Sea.
The Houthis are aligned with Iran.
Brent crude oil price exceeded $100 per barrel following the attacks.
Oil futures reached about $101 per barrel, more than $25 higher than before.
The situation reflects increased conflict involving Iran and affects global oil markets.
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Aisha Tyler was initially planned to appear in only six episodes of the TV show "Criminal Minds," but she ended up being part of the series for over ten years. She shared on "CBS Mornings" how playing her role affected her life and talked about working with guest star Connor Storrie.
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Aisha Tyler joined "Criminal Minds" with a short-term role of six episodes.
Her role extended over more than a decade on the show.
She discussed the personal impact of her character on her real life.
The interview was featured on "CBS Mornings."
She spoke about working with guest star Connor Storrie from "Heated Rivalry."
The news was shared by CBS News and highlighted through their app.
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Daniel Siad, a model scout linked to Jeffrey Epstein, was found dead in his Paris home while under investigation for rape and human trafficking. The probe continues as authorities work to identify others involved in Epstein-related crimes.
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Daniel Siad was accused of rape and organizing human trafficking.
He was connected to Jeffrey Epstein and recruited models for Jean-Luc Brunel, another Epstein associate.
Siad denied the accusations against him.
He was found dead in Paris, and the cause of death has not yet been confirmed by autopsy.
His lawyer said Siad’s death might be linked to stress from the investigation.
Jean-Luc Brunel was found dead in a Paris prison in 2022 while awaiting trial for similar charges.
The Paris prosecutor’s office is continuing the investigation into Epstein-related sex trafficking despite Siad’s death.
Several women recently filed complaints in France accusing another former modeling agent of rape and human trafficking from decades ago.
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President Donald Trump warned Yemen’s Houthi rebels of strong military action after they attacked oil tankers in the Red Sea using missiles and drones. There are global worries that if the Houthis join the Middle East war, the economic damage could increase.
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The Houthi rebels from Yemen launched missile and drone strikes on oil tankers in the Red Sea.
President Trump threatened them with "major military punishment" in response.
The strikes raised international concerns about the Houthis’ involvement in the Middle East conflict.
The economic impact of the war may get worse if the Houthis continue or expand their attacks.
The Red Sea is an important route for global oil shipments.
The situation involves tensions between several countries, including Iran and Saudi Arabia.
US and Saudi Arabia recently agreed on a civilian nuclear deal amid regional conflicts.
The US has spent billions on conflicts related to Iran in the Middle East.
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Actor James Norton talks about his role as a villain in the TV show "House of the Dragon," which is a prequel to "Game of Thrones." He shares that acting as a bad guy has been enjoyable and mentions a scene that almost made him faint while filming.
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James Norton plays a villain in "House of the Dragon."
"House of the Dragon" is a prequel series to "Game of Thrones."
Norton says acting as a villain has been fun.
He talks about a particular scene that made him almost faint during shooting.
The information comes from an interview featured on CBS News.
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Jeffrey Donaldson, a former leader of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP), was convicted in June 2026 of multiple sex offences against children. Following his conviction, King Charles III officially removed Donaldson’s knighthood and Donaldson was also removed from the Privy Council.
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Jeffrey Donaldson was convicted of 18 sexual abuse charges, including one count of rape involving two women when they were children.
Donaldson served as a Member of Parliament from 1997 to 2024 and was previously DUP leader.
He was awarded a knighthood in June 2016 but it was cancelled by King Charles III after his conviction.
The cancellation was formally announced in The Gazette, an official UK record.
Donaldson requested removal from the Privy Council after his conviction; this was granted in July 2026.
The DUP is conducting an independent review of Donaldson's time in the party.
Donaldson’s legal team filed paperwork to appeal the convictions, with a decision expected around September.
A knighthood can be removed if the honoree is found to have seriously damaged the reputation of the honors system.
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A man named Mohammad Bashir received a life sentence for plotting a terrorist attack on a British military academy, discovered during an investigation of a deadly synagogue stabbing in Manchester. Bashir planned the attack with his friend, Jihad Al-Shamie, who carried out the synagogue attack but was not linked to Bashir’s plot.
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Mohammad Bashir pleaded guilty to preparing an act of terrorism and was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum of 17 years served.
Bashir and Jihad Al-Shamie planned an attack on the UK’s Defense Academy in Oxfordshire, which trains British troops.
Jihad Al-Shamie carried out a stabbing attack at a Manchester synagogue on Yom Kippur, killing one person; he was killed by police.
Bashir drove Al-Shamie to the military academy two months before the synagogue attack to scout the site.
The two men discussed using handheld weapons and a fake suicide vest in their planned attack.
Police found messages about the plot on phones seized from Al-Shamie after earlier arrests.
Greater Manchester Police admitted they missed the opportunity to prevent the synagogue attack by not reviewing the evidence earlier.
Bashir left the UK after the synagogue attack but was arrested when he returned from Pakistan.
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Shipping insurance costs have risen sharply due to fighting and blockades in two key global shipping routes: the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab al-Mandeb Strait. Iran and Yemen’s Houthi group have both restricted passage through these waterways, causing fewer ships to pass and making travel riskier for vessels.
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The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and is vital for global oil shipments.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps attacked a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz and warned no tankers would pass as long as the US acts against Iran.
Normally, about 120-140 vessels use the Strait of Hormuz daily, but traffic has dropped significantly due to conflict.
Insurance costs for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz have increased from 1-3% to 7.5-10% of the ship’s value.
Shipping insurance rates for moving crude oil from the Gulf to China are now four times higher than the five-year average.
The Bab al-Mandeb Strait connects the Red Sea to the Indian Ocean and is controlled by the Iran-supported Houthi group.
The Houthis recently declared a naval blockade against Saudi Arabian ports and launched attacks on Saudi oil tankers.
Both these disruptions are increasing dangers for maritime shipping and driving up the cost of insurance around these routes.
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New reports suggest Russia might be helping Iran target U.S. CIA sites in the Gulf region. This support could explain the improved accuracy of Iran’s drone attacks on American facilities, especially at the U.S. embassy in Saudi Arabia.
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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Russian Foreign Secretary Sergey Lavrov in Manila, focusing mainly on Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Reports say Iran has attacked CIA sites in the Gulf, including a CIA station inside the U.S. embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
U.S. intelligence is investigating possible Russian help to Iran in locating and targeting U.S. personnel and aircraft in the Gulf.
Iran’s advanced attacks on U.S. sites may be aided by Russia’s military technology, such as satellite data and guidance systems.
Russia and Iran have deepened military ties since the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022, trading weapons like drones and missiles.
In 2022, Russia and Iran signed a 20-year strategic partnership treaty, increasing their defense cooperation but not creating a formal military alliance.
Russia has been accused of helping Iran improve drone accuracy through the Kometa-M anti-jamming navigation system; Russia denies these claims.
Iran also has its own human intelligence networks that contribute to its targeting, independent of Russian technology.
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The United States has sent military equipment, including B-1 bombers, to the Middle East as airstrikes on Iran continue for the 12th night in a row. This move is part of ongoing tensions and military actions in the region.
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The U.S. increased its military presence in the Middle East.
B-1 bombers were among the military assets sent.
Airstrikes on Iran have been happening for 12 consecutive nights.
The developments are related to ongoing conflict involving Iran.
CBS News reporters Charlie D'Agata and Aaron Navarro reported the story.
The information was shared through CBS News and its app.
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The use of unapproved peptides is increasing as social media influencers promote these substances for health benefits that are not proven. Many doctors are concerned because these peptides lack sufficient research and official approval for safety and effectiveness.
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Peptides are short chains of amino acids used in some medical treatments.
Some peptides being sold have not been approved by health authorities.
Social media influencers are promoting these peptides for health benefits without scientific proof.
Demand for these unapproved peptides has risen significantly.
Doctors warn that using unapproved peptides can be risky due to lack of safety data.
The trend is driven largely by online health and wellness trends.
Medical experts advise caution until more research is done.
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Yemen’s Houthi rebels attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea but allowed Chinese oil tankers to pass through the area without harm. This occurred amid a new Houthi blockade against Saudi Arabia over the ongoing conflict in Yemen.
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The Houthis attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea on Wednesday.
Chinese oil tankers belonging to state-owned COSCO Shipping passed safely through the same waters a day later.
Both Chinese ships were carrying about 2 million barrels of crude oil loaded from Saudi Arabia’s Yanbu port.
The Houthis have declared a maritime blockade against Saudi Arabia due to the war in Yemen.
One Saudi tanker, the Encelia, was hit and stopped in the southern Red Sea following the attacks.
The Bab el-Mandeb Strait, through which all these ships travel, is a key route linking the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden.
The Houthis control much of Yemen’s Red Sea coastline, allowing them to influence shipping in this important region.
It is unclear if the Houthis require payments or other conditions for letting ships like the Chinese tankers pass.
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Tropical Storm Bertha has caused damage in the Gulf states. At the same time, a different weather system caused serious flooding in West Virginia. Additionally, President Donald Trump has issued new warnings to Iran.
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Tropical Storm Bertha hit the Gulf states, bringing strong winds and rain.
A different weather system caused major flooding in parts of West Virginia.
President Donald Trump made new threats related to Iran.
The article covers multiple important current events.
The information comes from CBS News reporting.
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More than 1,000 people have died in the latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The virus is spreading faster than in any previous Ebola outbreak.
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The Ebola outbreak is in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo).
Over 1,000 people have died from the virus.
This outbreak has a higher death rate than any previous Ebola outbreak.
The information comes from DR Congo’s government and the Africa CDC, a health organization.
Ebola is a contagious and deadly virus causing severe illness.
Efforts to control the outbreak are ongoing but challenging due to the virus’s rapid spread.
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Large wildfires are burning in the southwest of France, affecting coastal holiday areas. Thousands of people have been moved to safety as firefighters work to control the fast-spreading fires.
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The fires are located in southwestern France near seaside holiday spots.
Thousands of residents have been evacuated from the danger zones.
The fires are spreading quickly due to dry and hot weather conditions.
Paris has recently experienced a record-breaking heatwave but is now cooling down.
Firefighters are using special vehicles to fight the wildfires in forested areas.
The situation is ongoing as emergency teams work to protect people and homes.
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The United States and Saudi Arabia have agreed on a deal that may let Saudi Arabia develop a civilian nuclear program. Experts worry this deal could increase the risk of nuclear technology spreading to other countries in the Middle East.
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The U.S. and Saudi Arabia signed a nuclear deal focused on peaceful, civilian nuclear energy.
Saudi Arabia is known for its large oil resources.
The deal raises concerns about nuclear technology possibly reaching U.S. opponents in the region.
Matthew Bunn from Harvard University is an expert commenting on the risks involved.
The agreement is part of broader U.S. efforts to influence nuclear developments in the Middle East.
Civilian nuclear programs use nuclear technology for energy and other peaceful purposes, not weapons.
The Middle East is a region with ongoing political tensions and security challenges.
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Parts of Wales have been declared in drought due to very low rainfall, record dry conditions, and ongoing heatwaves. Rivers and groundwater levels are exceptionally low, leading to problems for wildlife, farming, and natural habitats.
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Wales has received only about 5% of its usual July rainfall this year.
North and parts of mid Wales, including Gwynedd, Anglesey, Dee, Clwyd, and Upper Severn, are officially in drought status.
The drought declaration is based on extremely low river and groundwater levels and impacts on wildlife and farming.
Rivers such as the Clwyd, Wye, Alwen, Alyn, and Conwy are running at very low levels.
Extra water is being released from reservoirs to support river flows in some areas.
Wildfires have occurred in north and south east Wales due to the dry conditions.
The drought is described as an environmental drought, affecting natural ecosystems before causing widespread crop failure or water shortages.
July could become the driest month in Wales for nearly 190 years if more rain does not fall soon.
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Ghana’s President John Mahama has asked the African Union (AU) to hold a formal discussion about rising attacks on foreigners in South Africa. Over 160,000 foreigners have left South Africa, and several people have died in recent months due to violence against undocumented immigrants.
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President John Mahama wants the AU to debate the increasing violence against migrants in South Africa.
More than 160,000 foreign nationals have left South Africa because of rising hostility.
Several people have died in the attacks against undocumented migrants over the past two months.
Ghanaian citizens have asked the International Criminal Court (ICC) to investigate the attacks.
South Africa’s government says the ICC petition is “opportunistic” and does not meet investigation standards.
The AU Commission chairperson says violence against migrants is a serious concern and illegal migrants should be handled legally.
Ghana postponed a South African presidential visit after the death of a Ghanaian national, although officials said the death was not linked to the xenophobic violence.
President Mahama stressed the need for African solidarity and joint solutions through the AU.
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President Donald Trump said the nuclear agreement between the United States and Saudi Arabia depends on Saudi Arabia normalizing relations with Israel through the Abraham Accords. The deal involves peaceful civil nuclear cooperation and does not include enriching nuclear material for weapons.
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The nuclear agreement is between the U.S. Department of Energy and Saudi Arabia.
The deal focuses on civil nuclear energy, not military or weapons use.
President Trump stated there will be no enrichment of nuclear material.
Saudi Arabia must normalize relations with Israel as part of the agreement.
The normalization would happen through the Abraham Accords, a peace agreement framework.
The announcement was made by President Trump on a Thursday.
The deal aims to promote peaceful nuclear cooperation between the two countries.
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