CBS News program Face the Nation featured election analyst David Becker and former Afghan General Hamdulliah Alizai in a discussion with host Margaret Brennan. The guests appeared during the first half of the show, which covered topics related to elections and Afghanistan.
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David Becker is an election analyst for CBS News.
Hamdulliah Alizai is a former general from Afghanistan.
Both appeared as guests on the Face the Nation program.
Margaret Brennan is the host of Face the Nation.
The guests joined the show during the first half only.
The discussion likely involved election matters and issues related to Afghanistan.
Viewers can watch the show or catch missed content on the CBS News app or website.
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Deadly floods and mudslides have caused severe destruction in Nepal and Tibet, killing at least 797 people. Many bodies are still being found in mud and rivers, overwhelming morgues, and mass burials are taking place while authorities try to identify the victims using DNA and photos.
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Floods and mudslides hit Himalayan valleys in Nepal and Tibet, causing many deaths.
The death toll has reached 797, with over 3,000 people still missing.
Morgues are full, so mass graves have been used, especially in Bharatpur district.
DNA samples are taken from bodies to help future identification.
Around 250 bodies washed up in Chitwan, but only nine have been identified so far.
Photos of bodies are shown to locals to help recognize the victims.
Some areas remain unreachable except by helicopter, delaying rescue and recovery work.
Survivors are returning to see the damage to their homes, many of which are completely destroyed.
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Libya’s rival governments have agreed to hold national elections within two years under a single executive authority. The deal was signed in Tripoli with support from the United Nations after years of division between the eastern and western administrations.
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The agreement requires legislative and presidential elections within 24 months.
It was signed by representatives from Libya’s two main rival groups: the internationally recognized Government of National Unity in the west and an eastern administration linked to Khalifa Haftar.
The signing took place under the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) in Tripoli.
An earlier draft was approved by a UN-backed committee with members from both rival groups.
If the two main political bodies do not approve the deal within one month, it will still become a national constitutional document with UN Security Council support.
Despite the deal, there is doubt about its success due to ongoing political and security challenges.
Libya has been divided since 2014 after the fall of leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011.
Previous attempts to hold presidential elections have been delayed by political disagreements.
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The Notting Hill Carnival in London is celebrating its 60th year with a vibrant parade, music, and family-friendly activities. People from different backgrounds, including visitors from abroad, take part in the event that honors Caribbean and African culture and the history of the abolition of slavery.
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The Notting Hill Carnival is marking its 60th anniversary.
The event features colorful costumes, flags from the Caribbean and Africa, music, and dancing.
Sunday is family day, with many children participating in the parade and festivities.
Visitors come from outside the UK, including Twinsy and her daughter from Paris.
The carnival celebrates the abolition of slavery and serves as a day of remembrance and joy.
Traditional Caribbean foods like "doubles" (curried chickpeas on flatbreads) are popular at the event.
Large sound systems and steelpan music are key parts of the parade atmosphere.
The event includes floats and steelpan players participating in celebrations throughout the day.
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Russia said its forces helped stop an attempted coup in Niger’s capital, Niamey. Niger’s military government controlled the situation after an early morning attack on a military airbase and the presidential palace.
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Explosions and gunfire happened early Saturday in Niamey, including attacks on a military airbase and the presidential palace.
Niger's authorities said they contained the coup attempt within hours.
Russia's Ministry of Defence said its African Corps helped Nigerien forces repel the attack.
Russia promised to keep supporting Niger in fighting extremist groups.
Niger is ruled by military leader Gen Abdourahmane Tiani, who came to power after a 2023 coup.
The attacked airbase hosts Nigerien military aircraft, drones, and forces from Russia, Italy, and the counter-terrorism Alliance of Sahel States.
Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso, all military-ruled, have shifted away from Western partners toward closer ties with Russia.
Despite the alliances, jihadist violence remains a problem in these Sahel countries.
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Rare earth minerals are vital for many technologies and weapons. China currently controls most of the supply, leading other countries, especially the US and Europe, to try to find new sources and reduce dependence on China.
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China supplies about 70% of the world’s rare earth mining and 90% of processing.
In 2010, China stopped rare earth exports to Japan during a political dispute, raising global awareness.
Last year, China restricted rare earth exports, affecting trade with the US under President Donald Trump.
The US government has invested heavily in rare earth mining and plans a $12 billion reserve for critical minerals.
Rare earths are not actually rare but are hard and expensive to mine and process.
The US and China are both looking for supplies in countries like South Africa, Greenland, and Brazil, raising environmental concerns.
Recycling and new technologies could help reduce the need for mining but won’t end it.
Europe is working to cut its dependence on imports, with France hosting a major processing facility and deals being made with Brazil.
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Three journalists from NBC and a Palestinian woman they were interviewing were attacked by Israeli settlers in the West Bank. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the attackers and called for an investigation into the incident.
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The attack happened in the Israeli-occupied West Bank.
Three NBC journalists were involved in the incident.
A Palestinian woman they were interviewing was also attacked.
The attackers were Israeli settlers.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the attackers "rioters."
Netanyahu urged authorities to investigate the attack.
The event took place on a Saturday.
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Israeli soldiers took part in the Sydney Marathon despite protests by people supporting Palestine. Activists criticized Australia for allowing these soldiers, some linked to alleged war crimes in Gaza, to enter the country and compete in the race.
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Around 40 Israeli soldiers participated in the Sydney Marathon in Australia.
Some soldiers were from the Golani Brigade and Israel’s Unit 8200, units accused of involvement in violent actions in Gaza and Lebanon.
Protesters carried Palestinian flags and asked Australia to stop supporting Israel’s actions.
Rights groups accused the soldiers of links to war crimes and called for legal action against them.
Australia’s Department of Home Affairs said it reviews visa applicants for health, character, and security but did not comment on specific cases.
The soldiers arrived in Australia shortly after Israel refused to investigate a drone strike that killed an Australian aid worker and others in Gaza.
The Boycott, Divest, Sanctions (BDS) movement urged Australia to investigate and prosecute people suspected of war crimes.
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Over the weekend, coordinated attacks by Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank injured dozens of Palestinians and damaged property. Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Netanyahu, publicly condemned the violence, but police made no arrests, and experts see the government’s statements as efforts to protect the broader settlement project.
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Israeli settlers attacked Palestinian villages in the West Bank, causing injuries and property damage.
A Palestinian ambulance and an American news crew were also attacked during the violence.
Israeli police and military largely did not intervene or make arrests after the attacks.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the attacks illegal and expected rioters to be arrested.
Experts say Netanyahu’s condemnation aims to separate a few violent settlers from the larger settlement policy.
The violence raises fears among Israeli military leaders of a wider Palestinian uprising.
Israeli officials described the attacks as carried out by extremists, not representing all settlers.
Palestinian officials condemned the attacks as part of a policy of forced displacement and settlement expansion.
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Traffickers lure educated young people with fake job offers that promise good pay, visa sponsorship, and flights. When these people arrive, they are trapped, forced to run online scams, and abused. This criminal activity affects many countries, with victims on both sides of the scams.
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Traffickers advertise fake jobs requiring education, English skills, and confidence online.
Victims have their passports taken and are held in compounds where they cannot leave.
They are forced to run online scams like pretending to be others and tricking people into sending money.
Victims face abuse if they fail to meet scam targets, including beatings, starvation, or solitary confinement.
At least 300,000 people have been trafficked into scam operations mainly in Southeast Asia.
The scams cause estimated losses of $88 billion to $114 billion in the Asia Pacific region by 2025.
Victims come from at least 80 countries, and African nations are increasingly affected.
Governments and tech companies need to work together to stop traffickers and support victims.
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The remains of Tropical Storm Dolly are moving westward through the Caribbean and may approach Florida later this week. The National Hurricane Center says it is unlikely Dolly will redevelop soon, but the system could bring heavy rain and storms to parts of the Caribbean and potentially Florida.
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Tropical Storm Dolly broke apart on Friday but its leftover moisture is moving west across the Caribbean.
Weather models show possible tracks of Dolly’s remnants toward Florida and the eastern Gulf of Mexico.
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) gives a 0% chance of redevelopment in the next 48 hours and about 20% chance in the next 7 days.
Dolly’s remnants are causing rain and thunderstorms in the Leeward Islands, Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico.
The system may bring heavy rain and increase flood risk in some areas.
Florida might experience more rain due to these remnants later this week, though no direct storm impact is certain.
Forecasters are also monitoring a separate weather disturbance in the northern Gulf of Mexico that could develop slowly.
Weather experts warn that spaghetti models show possible paths and are not predictions of a strong storm.
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More than one million Rohingya refugees live in crowded camps in Bangladesh after fleeing Myanmar nine years ago. Humanitarian aid is shrinking, conditions are worsening, and many refugees rely on this help to survive.
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Over one million Rohingya people remain in camps in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh.
The Rohingya fled Myanmar starting nine years ago due to conflict and persecution.
Humanitarian funding to support the refugees is decreasing.
Living conditions in the camps are getting worse.
About 95% of the Rohingya refugees depend mostly or entirely on humanitarian aid.
Limited education and job opportunities cause some young refugees to try risky sea trips for a better life.
A lasting solution requires safe and voluntary return to Myanmar with rights like citizenship and freedom of movement guaranteed.
Addressing discrimination in Myanmar is necessary for the refugees’ return.
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Authorities in Nepal warned residents about possible new flooding after water levels rose in the Bhotekoshi River following deadly floods that killed hundreds. Rescue efforts continue as many people remain missing, and homes and infrastructure have been severely damaged in the affected areas.
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Flood warnings were sent to people’s phones due to increased water flow in the Bhotekoshi River.
At least 788 people have died in Nepal and 16 in China, with thousands reported missing on both sides.
A newly formed mountain lake drained, but another crater holding 1.4 million cubic meters of water upstream still poses a risk.
Hundreds of missing people include foreigners visiting or working in the mountain region.
Many residents are returning to damaged homes to salvage belongings amidst ongoing flood alerts.
A power plant serving over 20,000 people was severely damaged and is being inspected for repairs.
Homes, farms, roads, and bridges have been destroyed, cutting off some communities.
Residents are coping with frequent flood alarms and difficult conditions, especially for elderly family members.
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President Donald Trump announced a deal to use Venezuelan oil to refill the United States Strategic Petroleum Reserve, an emergency stockpile of oil. The agreement aims to help Venezuela rebuild its oil industry while the US secures more oil supplies.
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President Trump said the US Strategic Petroleum Reserve will be refilled using Venezuelan oil.
The reserve currently holds about 290 million barrels, near a 44-year low.
The deal with Venezuela will last 25 years and allows Venezuela to keep ownership of its oil resources.
Venezuela plans to develop 17 major oilfields and increase production to 1.5 million barrels per day.
For every barrel sold to the US, Venezuela will receive $19, possibly earning up to $209 billion a year depending on oil prices.
The agreement includes investments and technology to help Venezuela’s oil industry recover from sanctions.
The deal was announced on social media by President Trump on Truth Social.
Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodriguez said the agreement preserves Venezuela’s sovereignty over its resources.
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A new poll shows that nearly half of Canadians now see President Trump and his administration as a major concern for Canada, mainly due to rising trade tensions. This follows Trump's order to rename Lake Ontario as "Lake America" and the posting of an AI video that increased political tensions between Canada and the United States.
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45% of Canadians rank President Trump and his administration among the top three issues facing Canada, up by 7 percentage points in two weeks.
The top concern is the rising cost of living (62%), followed by Trump-related issues (45%) and the economy (39%).
Tensions between Canada and the U.S. have increased after trade talks collapsed and the U.S. imposed 50% tariffs on some Canadian goods.
Prime Minister Mark Carney halted trade negotiations instead of accepting U.S. terms.
Trump signed an executive order to rename Lake Ontario as "Lake America," which Canada strongly opposes.
Google Maps shows "Lake America" for users in the U.S. and the traditional "Lake Ontario" name for Canadian users.
President Trump shared AI-generated videos on social media showing armed birds guarding "Lake America," increasing the dispute.
Polls suggest Canadians who see Trump as a top issue favor the ruling Liberals over the Conservatives in a federal election.
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Senator Richard Blumenthal discussed the ongoing war in Ukraine and recent deadly Russian drone attacks near Kyiv. He emphasized Ukraine’s progress but warned of continued Russian aggression and stressed the need for more U.S. and European military support, including sanctions and air defense systems.
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A Russian drone attack west of Kyiv killed at least 38 people recently.
Senator Blumenthal visited Ukraine, including frontline city Dnipro and Bucha, sites of heavy fighting and civilian suffering.
Ukraine requests U.S. aid for stronger sanctions on Russia, better air defense, and Starlink technology to disrupt Russian missile launches.
The CIA Director visited Moscow to warn Russia against attacking NATO countries.
NATO officials are concerned Russia might escalate the conflict or provoke NATO members.
Blumenthal believes Russia only responds to strength, not words, and supports sending more weapons and defense systems to Ukraine.
There are talks about possible U.S. troop reductions in Europe, but Blumenthal doubts Congress will approve cuts now due to the Russian threat.
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Pierre Picavet, a French police officer and leader of an LGBTQ rights group, was attacked and injured in Paris. The suspect, who was drunk and had no previous crimes, was arrested. The attack was condemned by authorities and LGBTQ organizations as a homophobic crime.
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Pierre Picavet is a police officer and president of FLAG!, an LGBTQ rights association.
He was attacked with a bottle while leaving a bar in the Marais district of Paris.
Picavet suffered multiple injuries including internal bleeding and a head wound.
The attacker shouted homophobic insults during the attack.
The suspect was intoxicated and had no criminal record before this incident.
The attacker was arrested and taken into custody by police.
Paris Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire called the attack "despicable" and condemned it.
The group STOP Homophobie highlighted that violence against LGBTQ people remains a serious problem.
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Ontario Premier Doug Ford responded to President Donald Trump’s executive order renaming Lake Ontario as "Lake America" by putting up a large sign on the Canadian shore that reads "Lake Ontario. Now and Always." Canadian leaders mostly mocked the order, viewing it as symbolic tension in a larger dispute about trade and relations between Canada and the United States.
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President Trump signed an order directing U.S. agencies to call Lake Ontario "Lake America."
Premier Doug Ford unveiled a 24-by-12-foot sign on the Canadian side stating "Lake Ontario. Now and Always," including a French translation.
The name Lake Ontario comes from a Huron Indigenous word meaning "lake of shining waters."
Canadian politicians and historians ridiculed Trump’s order, seeing it as an attempt to influence or control Canada.
The dispute is part of broader worsening relations, including failed trade talks and upcoming retaliatory tariffs between Canada and the U.S.
Trump previously renamed the Gulf of Mexico to "Gulf of America" by executive order.
Ford and Trump have publicly exchanged sharp criticisms amid these tensions.
Trump has used images and maps to suggest Canada should be part of the United States or its 51st state.
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Flooding in Dhading, Nepal caused heavy mudslides, and residents believe there are still more bodies buried under the mud. The community has suffered greatly, and rescue efforts continue.
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Dhading is a community in Nepal affected by severe flooding.
The flooding caused large mudslides that buried homes and land.
Residents say they think more bodies remain under the mud.
Rescue teams and locals are searching for victims.
The disaster has caused significant damage and loss of life.
Authorities are working to assess the full impact of the flood.
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Heavy floods hit parts of Nepal, destroying many schools and causing a high number of deaths and missing people. At one school in Dhading district, students survived because they left the classroom for their lunch break just before the floodwaters arrived.
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The floods in Nepal caused severe damage, including to schools.
At Shree Bagheswori Madhyamik School, students were safe because they left class for lunch when teachers warned them.
More than 69 schools in flood-affected areas were damaged or destroyed, affecting nearly 19,000 children’s education.
The government closed all schools and universities for three days and paused university exams.
Mud and debris from the floods covered classrooms and schoolyards at the affected school.
The official death toll in Nepal reached 788, with 2,502 people missing.
Neighboring China also reported casualties and missing persons due to the floods.
Rescue teams continue searching for missing people, and ongoing flood alerts are in place for the affected communities.
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