A boat carrying fish traders capsized on Lake Kivu in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), killing at least 12 people with many others missing. The boat had over 50 passengers and the cause of the accident is still unknown.
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The boat capsized near Idjwi Island in South Kivu province on Saturday night.
Around 15 people were rescued from the accident.
The boat was moving fish traders and goods from Bwina on Idjwi Island to Boza.
Videos from the scene show villagers and passengers pulling bodies from the water.
Boat accidents are common in the DRC due to heavy use of rivers and lakes for transport.
Boats are often overloaded and many passengers do not wear life jackets.
Authorities have tried to enforce life jacket use, but compliance is low.
Earlier in the same week, at least 41 people died in another boat capsizing on Lake Tanganyika in the DRC.
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True crime stories continue to be very popular in the U.S., with many shows, podcasts, movies, and TV programs available for fans. The interest in true crime began in the 1960s with books like Truman Capote’s "In Cold Blood" and remains strong, especially in cases like Lizzie Borden’s, which are still unsolved.
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True crime is a popular genre that covers real murder cases and mysteries.
Interest in true crime started growing in the 1960s with books like "In Cold Blood."
Lizzie Borden was accused of murdering her stepmother and father in 1892, but no one was ever convicted.
Cold cases like Lizzie Borden’s still attract public attention.
The podcast "My Favorite Murder" has over two billion downloads and a large fan base called "murderinos."
Hosts Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark say their podcast focuses on facts and victims, not just entertainment.
CrimeCon is an event for true crime fans and happens in Las Vegas, a city known for crime stories.
True crime fascinates people because it deals with strong human emotions like fear, violence, and mortality.
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Sylvester Stallone faced many hardships before making the movie "Rocky," including living in poverty and struggling to find acting work. He wrote the script himself in just a few days and insisted on playing the lead role, which helped launch his career.
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Stallone lived in tough conditions in New York, sometimes sleeping on pizza boxes.
He worked unusual jobs, like cleaning lion cages at the Central Park Zoo.
He wrote the "Rocky" script in about 3½ days and felt guided by a higher power.
Producers wanted to buy his script but not let him play Rocky; he refused.
The movie "Rocky" became very successful, winning three Oscars including Best Picture.
Stallone used his own dog, Butkus, in the film.
He later starred in the "Rambo" series but faced a decline in popularity in the 1990s.
Stallone returned to success by writing and directing new Rocky movies.
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Two giant pandas named Ping Ping and Fu Shuang left Chengdu, China, to live at the Atlanta Zoo in Georgia. This move is part of a 10-year loan agreement announced during President Xi Jinping’s visit to the U.S. and his meeting with President Donald Trump.
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The pandas are traveling from Chengdu, China, to Atlanta, Georgia.
The loan agreement started during President Xi Jinping’s summit with President Donald Trump in Washington DC.
The two pandas, Ping Ping (male) and Fu Shuang (female), were born in 2020.
They will stay on loan at Zoo Atlanta for 10 years.
Atlanta’s last pandas left in 2024, leaving the zoo without pandas until now.
Both pandas were raised at the Chengdu research base for giant panda breeding.
Panda loans have been a way for China to build goodwill with other countries.
President Xi called the loan program a sign of friendship between China and the U.S.
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British police evacuated homes near RAF Fairford airbase in Gloucestershire while bomb disposal teams checked several vehicles during a major security incident. Five men were arrested on suspicion of planning a terrorist act related to explosives. The US uses the airbase for military operations targeting Iranian missile sites.
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The incident happened at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, UK.
Police evacuated nearby homes as a safety precaution.
Bomb disposal experts examined several vehicles for explosives.
Five men were arrested for suspected terrorist planning and explosives offenses.
RAF Fairford is used by the US Air Force for strikes on Iranian missile sites.
US military personnel at the base were told to stay alert.
Authorities later stated the situation was contained and under control.
The incident relates to tensions around the Strait of Hormuz in the Middle East.
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Russia has delivered upgraded versions of its Su-57 fighter jet, which is designed to be stealthy and advanced. The jets have some new technical features, but details about their exact improvements and quantity were not shared by Russian officials.
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Russia’s state-owned United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) gave a batch of updated Su-57 jets to the Russian air force.
The Defense Ministry confirmed receipt but did not say how many jets were delivered or detail the upgrades.
The Su-57 is Russia’s most advanced stealth fighter, meant to compete with U.S. jets like the F-35 and F-22.
Russian officials talk about adding a “second cockpit” to control drones working with the jet.
The upgrades aim to include future “sixth-generation” fighter jet technologies, involving more unmanned drone support.
Experts doubt that these upgrades will make Russia competitive with U.S. and Chinese advanced fighter jet programs.
The Su-57 has been used in the Ukraine war but in limited numbers and with mixed performance reports.
Production of the Su-57 has been slow, partly due to the demands of the ongoing war with Ukraine.
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At least 10 Nepali climbers are missing after an avalanche hit a base camp near the Himlung Himal peak in Nepal. Bad weather has made rescue efforts difficult, and the region has seen dangerous conditions due to heavy snow and rain.
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The avalanche struck near Himlung Himal, a mountain on Nepal’s border with Tibet.
The missing climbers were local guides preparing the mountain for a foreign expedition.
Heavy snowfall and bad weather stopped helicopters and rescue teams from reaching the area.
The Himlung Himal peak is about 7,126 meters (23,380 feet) tall.
Recent days have brought bad weather to Nepal’s mountain districts, affecting tourism.
Earlier this week, climbers had to leave Mount Manaslu due to avalanche risks.
Six Nepali climbers died less than two months ago on Broad Peak in Pakistan.
Nepal continues recovery efforts after a deadly flood and landslide killed over 1,400 people in August.
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Gunmen killed at least 27 people in two mass shootings in South Africa, one in Johannesburg and another in Cape Town. Police have not made any arrests, and the reasons behind the attacks are still unclear.
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The shooting in Johannesburg happened on Saturday evening at a bar in Wedela, where 17 people were killed and 15 injured.
Eight gunmen armed with assault rifles and pistols attacked customers both outside and inside the bar.
The suspects set two vehicles on fire before escaping.
Police suspect the Johannesburg attack relates to a conflict over illegal gold mining in the area.
In Cape Town, gunmen killed 10 people and wounded 11 at a barbecue venue early Sunday.
Officials suggested the Cape Town shooting might be linked to business rivalry.
South Africa has a high rate of gun violence, with about 60 murders each day nationwide.
President Cyril Ramaphosa said security forces will increase efforts to reduce crime and violence.
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South Korea is upset with Ukraine for sharing news about the transfer of two North Korean prisoners of war (POWs) without keeping it secret, as they had agreed. Ukraine denies there was any secret agreement, which has hurt trust between the two countries.
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Ukraine transferred two North Korean POWs to South Korea after capturing them in January 2025 near Russia’s Kursk region.
South Korea and Ukraine had agreed to keep this transfer confidential to protect the POWs under international law and humanitarian rules.
Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy publicly mentioned the transfer at the United Nations, breaking the secrecy agreement according to South Korea.
Ukraine denies having any non-disclosure agreement with South Korea about the POW transfer.
South Korea says Ukraine’s denial damages trust and friendship between the two countries.
The issue of North Korean POWs was discussed during a NATO summit meeting and a foreign ministers’ meeting earlier in 2025.
North Korea sent 14,000 to 15,000 soldiers to support Russia in the war in Ukraine, with heavy casualties reported.
South Korea supports restarting talks with North Korea, and President Donald Trump has signaled his willingness to engage with Pyongyang.
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Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that Iran is ready for war to start again, even if it leads to very serious conflict. However, he also said Iran is still open to talking and finding a peaceful solution. These comments came after President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s seven-day plan to stop the conflict and reopen the important shipping route, the Strait of Hormuz.
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Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated the country is ready if war resumes, even if it becomes a “doomsday war.”
Despite this, Iran remains open to diplomatic talks.
The statement followed President Trump’s rejection of Iran’s seven-day plan.
Iran’s plan aimed to end the conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping passage.
President Trump did not accept Iran’s proposal.
The Strait of Hormuz is important because much of the world’s oil supply passes through it.
Tensions between the US and Iran have been high, involving threats and negotiations.
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Sylvester Stallone talks about his career in an extended interview. He shares how acting in school, facing rejection, and his determination helped shape his path, especially during the making of the movie "Rocky."
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Stallone first acted in a school play called "Death of a Salesman."
Early rejection made him stronger and more determined.
He wrote the screenplay for the movie "Rocky."
Stallone refused to sell the script unless he could play the main character.
He fought to keep his own ideas for the character during the film’s production.
The interview is available as a web exclusive from CBS News.
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Singer-songwriter Raye discusses her album "This Music May Contain Hope" in an interview with Seth Doane. She also talks about why being an independent artist is important to her.
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Raye is a singer and songwriter.
Her album is called "This Music May Contain Hope."
The interview was done by CBS News correspondent Seth Doane.
The interview is available as a web exclusive on CBS News.
Raye highlights the value of being an independent artist.
The interview can be viewed on the CBS News app or website.
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Pope Leo XIV, during his visit to France, urged the Catholic Church to address and heal the serious problems it has faced, including sexual abuse by clergy. He plans to meet privately with survivors of child sexual abuse and has spoken about the need for respect and care for victims.
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Pope Leo XIV is visiting France for four days, marking the first papal visit there in 18 years.
He called for healing "deep wounds" and "painful errors" in the Church without directly naming abuse scandals.
The pope will meet privately with seven survivors of child sexual abuse by French clergy.
At least 330,000 children were sexually abused by Catholic clergy or representatives in France over 70 years, according to a 2021 report.
French Catholic bishops have begun paying compensation to victims and have pledged to continue fighting abuse.
The pope visited Lourdes, a major Catholic pilgrimage site, where mosaics by a priest accused of abuse were covered up.
The priest Marko Rupnik is on trial at the Vatican for abuse allegations from over two dozen women.
Pope Leo stressed the need to treat abuse victims with respect and recognize their lifelong wounds.
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Pope Leo called on French bishops to keep fighting sexual abuse within the Catholic Church during his visit to Lourdes, France. He urged them to stay alert and meet privately with abuse survivors. The Pope also celebrated Mass and spoke to large crowds about the importance of faith.
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Pope Leo spoke to French bishops about the need to stop sexual abuse in the Church.
A 2021 report showed about 330,000 children were abused by Church members in France over 70 years.
The Pope celebrated Mass at Lourdes and met privately with abuse survivors.
Around 700,000 people gathered to hear the Pope speak in Paris.
The number of regular churchgoers in France dropped from 35% in 1960 to under 5% today.
The number of priests in France has fallen from 25,000 in 1990 to less than 9,000 now.
Adult baptisms in France have more than doubled recently, reaching 10,000 in 2025.
The Pope’s visit is his first official trip to France since becoming leader of the Catholic Church in May 2025.
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham has not said if he supports building a third runway at Heathrow Airport in London. The project, which could be delayed by up to four years, faces mixed opinions, with concerns about its impact on local communities and the environment, but supporters argue it would create jobs and help the economy.
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Andy Burnham, former Mayor of Greater Manchester, has refused to back the third runway at Heathrow and says Londoners should decide.
The runway expansion might be delayed until 2039, instead of the original plan for 2035.
The project would cost about £33 billion and could create around 100,000 jobs.
It would increase the number of flights from 480,000 a year to 720,000.
Building the runway means demolishing homes, diverting rivers, and rerouting part of the M25 motorway.
Environmental groups and London Mayor Sadiq Khan oppose the project.
Unions like Unite and GMB support the runway, citing job security and economic benefits.
Heathrow hopes to get planning permission by 2029 and open the runway within ten years.
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A nor’easter storm is affecting the East Coast of the United States, and hurricanes are approaching Hawaii this weekend. Governors in New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency to prepare for the severe weather.
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A nor’easter is currently impacting the East Coast.
Hurricanes are moving toward Hawaii.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency.
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill also declared a state of emergency.
The states are preparing for potential damage and disruptions from the storms.
The severe weather is expected to occur over the weekend.
Officials are warning residents to stay alert and prepared.
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The United States offered to sell Iran uranium for a peaceful civilian program during past negotiations, but Iran refused the offer. The US wants Iran to follow international rules on nuclear materials, aiming to prevent Iran from making nuclear weapons.
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US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz said the US offered Iran uranium for civilian use.
The offer was similar to an agreement the US has with the United Arab Emirates, which operates a peaceful nuclear program under strict inspections.
President Donald Trump’s administration was open to Iran maintaining a civilian nuclear program if it followed international laws and the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).
Iran has over 440 kilograms of uranium enriched to 60%, while weapons-grade uranium is about 90% enriched.
Under the 2015 JCPOA agreement, Iran limited uranium enrichment to 3.67%, but President Trump withdrew from this deal in 2018.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reported concerns about Iran’s noncompliance with the NPT and lacks access to key Iranian nuclear sites since mid-2025.
Iran says it only enriches uranium for civilian purposes like electricity and medicine and blames the IAEA’s concerns on political pressure and security worries after attacks by Israel and the US.
Saudi Arabia and the US reached a deal on civilian nuclear use, but details are not public, and it may depend on Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords.
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One month after severe floods hit Nepal, over 5,200 people are still missing, and more than 1,100 remain in temporary holding centers. New rain is making life harder for families living in shelters, while Nepal faces a rebuilding cost of nearly $4.8 billion.
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The floods in Nepal happened about a month ago and caused major damage.
5,285 people are still unaccounted for after the floods.
More than 1,100 people are staying in temporary holding centers.
Newly arriving rain is worsening conditions for those displaced by the floods.
Many families are living in temporary shelters.
Nepal’s rebuilding cost is estimated at $4.78 billion.
The floods have caused a national crisis affecting thousands of families.
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The Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Arkansas is showing "Keith Haring in 3D," an exhibition celebrating the artist Keith Haring’s unique style and his impact on both public spaces and galleries. The exhibit highlights his colorful work, which appeared in places like New York subways, while also addressing serious issues like the AIDS crisis.
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Keith Haring was known for his bold, graphic artwork often seen in public places such as subway stations.
The exhibition "Keith Haring in 3D" takes place at the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, Arkansas, until January 25, 2027.
Haring treated street art and gallery art with the same care and wanted art to be accessible to everyone.
His work included joyful images but also addressed serious topics like the AIDS crisis in 1980s New York City.
Keith Haring died at age 31 from AIDS-related complications.
The exhibit displays varied Haring works including pieces on a suit worn by Madonna and unusual items like a papier-mâché elephant and a painted television.
Other art institutions are also opening new exhibitions this season, such as the Memphis Art Museum and a show curated by Korean pop star RM at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.
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