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In France, some wealthy business owners are buying large areas of land to allow nature to grow back. One example is Rodolphe Landemaine, a bakery owner, who invites other business leaders to join in supporting nature conservation.
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Wealthy entrepreneurs in France are investing in land to help nature recover.
Rodolphe Landemaine, who runs 30 bakeries in France and Japan, is one of these investors.
Landemaine opens his estate in Normandy to business leaders to encourage them to invest in conservation.
The goal is to let natural habitats and wildlife return and thrive.
This effort is part of a broader movement to support the environment and biodiversity.
The article is part of a series that discusses environmental and nature-related topics in France.
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A three-week-old harbor seal pup in Washington state was shot in the head and is now receiving treatment at a wildlife rehabilitation center. This is the third marine mammal the center has treated for gunshot wounds in less than a year.
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The seal pup was admitted to the Sea Life Response, Rehab and Research center in Des Moines, Washington, over the Fourth of July weekend.
An X-ray showed the pup was shot in the head.
The pup is in critical but stable condition and received specialized surgery.
If recovery continues, the pup will get a CT scan to assess its chances of survival and guide further treatment.
The center plans to try to return the pup to the wild, which may include removing the bullet.
This is the youngest marine mammal the center has treated for such injuries.
Shooting seals or sea lions is a federal crime under the Marine Mammal Protection Act.
Authorities encourage the public to report any suspicious activity involving marine mammals.
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A ground stop in the Washington, D.C., area on Tuesday caused many flights to be delayed or canceled. This happened because of security concerns related to the visit of Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi. Thousands of travelers were affected and left stranded.
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The ground stop occurred in the Washington, D.C., area.
It took place on a Tuesday.
The delay was due to security concerns connected to Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's visit.
Tens of thousands of travelers experienced flight delays or cancellations.
The ground stop led to many people being stranded at airports.
CBS News reported new details about the event.
The incident involved coordination between security and aviation authorities.
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Heavy rain and slow-moving storms have caused flooding across South Texas, including a tornado in San Antonio. Authorities have rescued dozens of people, and some areas could receive up to 20 inches of rain, with flood warnings in effect.
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A tornado touched down in northwest San Antonio near Interstate 10 with no reported injuries.
Areas of South Texas, especially Uvalde County, have seen up to 16 inches of rain so far.
Flash flood warnings were issued for several counties near the Mexico border.
Rescuers saved at least nine people from floodwaters using boats and other methods.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott declared disasters in many counties affected by the storms.
Flooding has displaced residents, with shelters opened in Uvalde and Sabinal.
The heavy rain is caused by a slow-moving low-pressure system pulling moisture mainly from the Gulf of Mexico.
This type of prolonged wet weather happens roughly every five years in Texas.
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President Donald Trump threatened to attack Iran’s bridges and power plants if Iran does not return to peace talks with the U.S. These threats come amid ongoing military strikes and tensions near the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil shipments. Legal experts say targeting civilian infrastructure like bridges and power plants could be considered war crimes under international law.
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President Trump said the U.S. would "knock out" Iran’s power plants and bridges to push Iran back to negotiations.
The U.S. and Iran have had multiple nights of strikes, raising tension and damaging hopes for peace talks.
The Strait of Hormuz, an important shipping route for oil, remains a conflict hotspot controlled by Iran.
Deliberate attacks on civilian infrastructure are banned under international agreements like the Geneva Conventions.
In April, the U.S. attacked a bridge near Tehran and Trump shared video of it collapsing.
More than 100 international law experts warned that U.S. strikes could be war crimes.
Military personnel must follow lawful orders but can be prosecuted for carrying out unlawful ones, including potential war crimes.
The White House says the U.S. will act within the law, but President Trump has expressed disregard for international law constraints.
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The United States government, including President Donald Trump, says Iranian leaders are confused and fighting among themselves during the ongoing war. Iran rejects this view and shows a united stance on controlling the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route, despite rising conflict with the US.
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President Trump claims no one knows who is really in charge in Iran.
Iran and the US have been in conflict for about five months with no negotiated peace.
Iran insists on controlling passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
Several tankers and cargo ships have been attacked in the strait during recent clashes.
Iran proposed a third shipping route to ease tensions during talks in Oman.
Iran’s military leaders, including commanders of the Revolutionary Guard, show unity and continue fighting.
The Supreme National Security Council, with military figures, is managing Iran’s security decisions.
Iran’s president has less influence than the military leaders and supports diplomacy but under strict conditions.
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Keir Starmer gave his final speech at Prime Ministers’ Questions before he officially stops being Prime Minister on Monday. The discussion also covered what is known about Andy Burnham’s plans as the new leader.
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Keir Starmer had his last session at Prime Ministers’ Questions.
His time as Prime Minister ends on the following Monday.
The discussion looked at Starmer’s final exchanges with Members of Parliament (MPs).
Attention is turning to Andy Burnham, who will take over leadership.
There is limited information about Burnham’s plans for his new team.
The article relates to a BBC podcast episode analyzing recent political events.
The podcast is hosted by Adam Fleming with a team of producers and editors.
Listeners can access the podcast via smart speakers and online platforms.
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The article discusses how actions by Israel are worsening the situation of the Palestinian healthcare system. This has put many Palestinians with serious illnesses at risk because they cannot get the care they need.
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The Palestinian healthcare system is facing a severe crisis.
Israel's actions are contributing to the collapse of this healthcare system.
Many Palestinians with serious health problems are unable to receive proper medical treatment.
The lack of healthcare access can lead to death for those with critical conditions.
The article highlights the urgent health challenges faced by Palestinians.
The situation affects people who depend on medical services to survive.
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Wildfires are burning across northern Minnesota and nearby areas, prompting a state of emergency and alerts about poor air quality. The fires have spread over at least 33,000 acres and have caused evacuations as smoke and ash affect the region.
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At least 17 wildfires are active in St. Louis and Lake Counties in Minnesota, including three in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
St. Louis County declared a State of Local Emergency and Disaster due to wildfire damage and resource needs.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency issued an air quality alert from Tuesday 9 a.m. until Friday 11 a.m. due to wildfire smoke.
Air quality in northeastern Minnesota is expected to reach hazardous levels, and residents there are advised to stay indoors.
The fires have burned over 33,000 acres as of Tuesday afternoon.
Evacuation centers with public health support have been set up for affected residents and visitors.
Two Canadian wildfires have crossed into Minnesota, and authorities from both countries are working together to control the fires.
Smoke and ash from these fires, pushed by changing winds, are affecting air quality across the region.
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The U.S. has reimposed a naval blockade on Iran and increased airstrikes in response to Iranian attacks on ships near the Strait of Hormuz. These actions have escalated tensions, with both sides conducting attacks and Iran threatening to stop all energy exports from the Middle East.
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The U.S. reimposed a naval blockade on Iran to stop ships trying to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
U.S. airstrikes hit Iranian military targets, killing at least seven soldiers and injuring over 260 people.
The blockade and attacks come after an interim deal to pause fighting broke down.
The Strait of Hormuz is a vital waterway for global energy supplies, and Iran had previously restricted shipping there.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard threatened to halt all oil and gas exports from the Middle East due to the blockade.
The U.S. military redirected two commercial ships trying to break the blockade within 17 hours of reimposing it.
The U.S. targeted strategic islands in the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran controls but the UAE claims.
Neighboring countries like Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan have faced missile attacks linked to the conflict.
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French lawmakers are set to vote on a bill that would allow adults with incurable illnesses to have the legal right to assisted dying. The bill has caused a heated debate, especially because many people on the political right in France strongly oppose it.
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The vote will take place in the French National Assembly on Wednesday.
The bill aims to create a legal right to assisted dying for adults with incurable diseases.
Assisted dying means helping a very sick person to end their life to avoid suffering.
The topic has sparked intense ethical and political discussions in France.
The right-wing political groups in France are particularly against this bill.
The debate reflects deep divisions in French society about end-of-life choices.
If approved, this would change current laws about how people can choose to die in France.
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Sir Keir Starmer received a warm and respectful farewell from members of the UK Parliament during his last appearance at Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs). Leaders from different political parties, including Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch and Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey, expressed kind words about Starmer.
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Sir Keir Starmer participated in his final PMQs session as the prime minister.
The tone during the session was warmer and less confrontational than usual.
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch led the appreciation for Starmer.
Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey also offered kind remarks toward Starmer.
Labour MP Melanie Onn praised the friendlier atmosphere in Parliament.
Onn urged members of Parliament to maintain this positive tone in future sessions.
The event was covered with video footage, noting that JavaScript must be enabled to view it.
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Fighting near the Strait of Hormuz has made the area unsafe for shipping oil and gas. Countries in the Gulf region are creating new routes and building ports to avoid the strait and keep oil exports moving. Shipping companies are using land and alternative sea routes, but these options are slower and more complicated.
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The Strait of Hormuz is a key route for about 20% of the world's oil and gas but has become dangerous due to recent conflicts.
The U.S. military launched strikes to reduce Iran’s threat to ships in the area.
The International Maritime Organization declared the strait unsafe for commercial vessels.
The United Arab Emirates plans to build a new port and container terminal on its east coast to bypass the strait.
Shipping company Hapag-Lloyd reroutes vessels to ports like Salalah, Jeddah, and Sharjah to avoid the strait.
Saudi Arabia uses a 750-mile pipeline to move crude oil to the Red Sea, but tankers face risks passing through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
These new routes and methods are less efficient and can cause longer shipping times and added costs.
Kuwait, Iraq, and Qatar still rely heavily on the Strait of Hormuz for their exports.
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Starting Wednesday, people traveling between southern Spain and Gibraltar will no longer face physical border checks because a border fence has been removed. This change is part of an agreement between the European Union and the United Kingdom and is expected to help local businesses by making travel easier.
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The removal of the border fence took effect at midnight on Tuesday.
The border is between southern Spain and the British territory of Gibraltar.
Travelers will have new freedom of movement without physical checks.
This change follows a historic treaty between the EU and the UK.
The change is expected to benefit local businesses by improving cross-border travel.
Thousands of people cross this border every day.
Gibraltar is a British territory located at the southern tip of Spain.
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The article marks the 10th anniversary of the July 15, 2016 coup attempt in Turkiye, which was stopped by the people and government. Since then, Turkiye has grown stronger in diplomacy, economy, tourism, humanitarian aid, and national defense.
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The July 15, 2016 coup attempt was led by the Fethullah Terrorist Organization (FETO) and was stopped by the Turkish people.
Turkiye now has the third-largest diplomatic network in the world with 264 missions.
The country focuses on regional peace, security, and resolving challenges through dialogue and diplomacy.
Turkiye’s economy grew steadily, ranking among the world’s top 20 economies, with exports hitting $273 billion in 2025 and expected to exceed $400 billion in 2026.
Tourism reached nearly 64 million visitors in 2025, making Turkiye the fourth-most-visited country globally.
Turkiye is the world’s most generous nation in humanitarian aid per person, ranking first in aid as a percentage of GDP.
The defense industry is strong, with over 80% of production domestic and a $3 billion research budget.
New defense products include the Tayfun Block 4 hypersonic missile and Yildirimhan intercontinental ballistic missile.
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A video from July 13 shows a wildfire surrounding a freight train in Ontario, Canada. CN Rail stopped its work in the area and moved its workers to safety; all employees escaped without harm.
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The video shows a wildfire around a freight train in Ontario.
CN Rail temporarily paused operations in that region.
Employees working near the train were safely relocated.
Multiple wildfires are burning in northwestern Ontario.
Many fires are still out of control because of very hot weather, dry conditions, and strong winds.
The event happened on July 13, 2024.
Ontario is a province in Canada where these wildfires are occurring.
The extreme weather is making it hard to put out the fires.
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President Donald Trump met with Iraq’s Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi to discuss stronger economic ties and increased oil production. The US plans to withdraw troops from Iraq by September 30, but also urges Iraq to disarm Iran-aligned militias, putting Iraq in a difficult position between the US and Iran.
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President Trump described Iraq’s Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi as “young” and “handsome” during their White House meeting.
Trump and al-Zaidi pledged to increase economic cooperation and boost Iraq’s oil production.
Iraq is seeking an International Monetary Fund loan of up to $8 billion.
The US plans to withdraw all remaining troops from Iraq, fewer than 2,000, by September 30, 2024.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth demanded that Iraq disarm militias aligned with Iran.
Kataib Hezbollah, an Iran-backed group in Iraq, said it would join a war against the US if conflict with Iran starts.
Iraq wants to maintain good relations with both the US and Iran due to economic and cultural reasons.
Iraq relies on US companies to modernize its oil and gas sector but faces pressure over militia activity.
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Australian researchers studied the flying ability of the greater glider, the largest gliding marsupial in Australia, and found it glides about 19 metres on average—much less than the 100 metres reported in an old study. The research shows that the animals rely on close tree cover to move, which is important for their conservation since they are endangered.
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The greater glider is Australia’s largest gliding marsupial.
Researchers measured 41 glides using infrared binoculars, lasers, and tape measures in New South Wales forests.
The average glide distance is about 19 metres, not 100 metres as suggested by a 1941 study.
The longest recorded glide in this study was just under 50 metres.
Greater gliders launch from around 22 metres high and land about 5 metres above ground.
They use a membrane stretched from elbows to ankles to glide between trees.
The 1941 report may have confused greater gliders with yellow-bellied gliders, which can glide up to 145 metres.
Since greater gliders cannot glide far, habitat destruction like logging could prevent them from moving through forests easily.
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The article discusses a 2020 CBS News report about the comeback of grizzly bears in the United States. It shows how the grizzly population is growing after being endangered.
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The report was originally aired in 2020 on the show "60 Minutes."
It focuses on grizzly bears that were once at risk of disappearing.
The grizzly bear population in the U.S. has increased recently.
The story highlights efforts to protect and recover these bears.
This comeback shows success in wildlife conservation.
The information is available through the CBS News app or website.
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Craig Foreman, a British man jailed in Iran, has been given a two-year longer prison sentence for talking to the media. He and his wife Lindsay were arrested in 2025 in Iran and sentenced to 10 years for spying, which they deny.
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Craig and Lindsay Foreman are a British couple arrested in Iran in 2025.
They were traveling through Iran on a motorcycle as part of a global trip.
Both were sentenced to 10 years in prison on charges of espionage (spying).
The couple denies the spying accusations against them.
A judge added two more years to Craig Foreman’s sentence because he spoke to the media.
The UK government called their original sentences unfair and unjustified.
The family announced the sentence extension on July 15, 2026.
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