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Law enforcement agencies in the U.S., Canada, and Europe charged 37 members of Indian crime groups, including their leader, for crimes like kidnapping, drug trafficking, and murder. The charges are connected to the assassination of a Sikh activist in Canada in 2023, which caused tensions between Canada and India.
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Thirty-seven people linked to three India-based crime groups were charged with serious crimes.
The charges include involvement in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Sikh activist in Canada.
Nijjar was shot outside a temple where he was president in 2023.
The killing made Canada and India’s diplomatic relationship worse.
Lawrence Bishnoi and Satinderjeet Singh allegedly planned the assassination; Bishnoi is arrested, Singh is still wanted.
These criminal groups are involved in violence, drug trafficking, kidnapping, and extortion.
Nijjar supported the Khalistan movement, seeking a separate Sikh homeland.
Canada has the largest Sikh population outside India, causing ongoing political tension between the countries.
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Parts of the UK are expected to face an extreme marine heatwave this week, with sea temperatures rising 4-5°C above normal in some areas. This heatwave is linked to recent high air temperatures and long-term ocean warming caused by climate change, which threatens marine plants and animals.
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The marine heatwave is strongest off eastern and southern England.
Sea temperatures could be 4-5°C higher than average in affected areas.
Warm seas stress marine habitats like seagrasses and kelp forests, causing damage or death.
Cool-water species like cod are moving north, while warm-water species like octopus are increasing around the UK’s south-west coast.
Increased octopus populations can harm shellfish like crabs, lobsters, and scallops since octopuses eat them.
The heatwave is fueled by "heat domes" that previously caused record air temperatures in May and June.
Marine heatwaves have become more frequent and severe due to human-caused climate change and warmer oceans.
Experts warn marine heatwaves may become normal by the middle to end of this century if greenhouse gas emissions are not reduced.
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Reform UK Deputy Leader Richard Tice has asked the National Crime Agency (NCA) to investigate whether it leaked his private financial information to the media. The financial details were flagged to the NCA under its Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) program, which monitors possible money laundering but keeps information confidential.
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Richard Tice requested the NCA investigate a possible leak of his private financial data.
The NCA does not confirm or deny receiving Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) or comment on their use.
SARs are confidential, and revealing them without permission is against the law under the Proceeds of Crime Act.
Tice’s company received an £80,000 loan from George Cottrell, an ally of Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.
A think tank owned by Tice got a £1 million donation from Cottrell's mother.
Britain Means Business, the think tank, donated £500,000 to Reform UK in June 2024.
The NCA flagged these payments in its SARs program, which reported over 866,000 cases in 2024/25 related to potential money laundering.
George Cottrell is involved in a political controversy over support given to Nigel Farage before Farage became an MP, with debates over whether declared gifts followed parliamentary rules.
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This winter, a strong El Niño weather pattern is expected to bring more storms and heavy rain to the southern United States. Travelers who head south to avoid cold weather might face risks like flooding and severe thunderstorms, especially in states like Florida, Texas, and California.
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El Niño is a climate pattern in the Pacific Ocean that affects weather around the world.
This El Niño is developing rapidly and could become very strong during winter 2026-27.
Strong El Niño usually shifts storm paths to the southern U.S., causing more rain and storms there.
The storm path may stretch from California to the Gulf and Atlantic coasts, increasing rain and flooding risks.
Areas like Florida, Texas, and the Carolinas could see more flooding, flash floods, and travel delays.
Southern California might get heavier rain, which can help drought but also cause floods and landslides.
More people, including retirees and remote workers, travel south in winter, a practice called "snowbirding."
Increased storms could disrupt these winter travelers more than usual this year.
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El-Obeid, a city in central Sudan, has been hit by increasing drone strikes amid the ongoing conflict between Sudan's army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The attacks have caused many injuries and deaths, with concerns about worsening violence and human rights abuses.
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El-Obeid is a city of about 500,000 people and is strategically important in Sudan’s war.
The city is controlled by the Sudanese army but has faced 27 drone strikes in June, the highest number since the war started.
At least 45 people were killed and 41 injured in 15 drone strikes during June, according to the UN.
The city has been under siege conditions for 18 months, with reports of executions, abductions, torture, and sexual violence along escape routes.
Medical staff in El-Obeid are overwhelmed with casualties, including severe injuries to children.
Human rights groups warn the violence could become as severe as past massacres in other Sudanese cities, but the RSF denies planning large-scale ethnic attacks in El-Obeid.
Control of El-Obeid is key because it lies on the road to Sudan’s capital, Khartoum.
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The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has lifted the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee, allowing Russian athletes to compete under their flag and anthem at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. This decision comes despite protests from Ukraine, which is currently at war with Russia, and varies by individual sports organizations.
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The IOC provisionally ended the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee on August 7, 2026.
Russian athletes no longer have to be vetted before competing and can represent Russia fully at the 2028 Olympics.
The decision follows a similar move allowing Belarusian athletes, who are Russia’s allies, back under their national identities.
IOC President Kirsty Coventry said athletes should not be punished for their government’s actions.
Ukraine’s sports minister strongly opposed the decision, citing ongoing conflict and recent attacks by Russia.
The IOC continues to support Ukraine financially and expresses solidarity with Ukrainian athletes.
Some sports groups, like World Athletics and FIFA, continue to ban Russian athletes from their competitions.
Russia’s Olympic Committee was suspended in 2023 for including sports groups from occupied parts of Ukraine, but the IOC says Russia pledged not to operate in those areas.
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The UK is experiencing amber and yellow heat-health alerts due to a heatwave expected to last several days, with temperatures reaching up to 36°C (97°F) in southern England. The heatwave could be one of the longest since 1976, affecting health services and causing increased risks, especially for older people and those with health problems.
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Amber heat-health alerts cover the Midlands, eastern, and southern England until 9 p.m. on July 12.
Yellow alerts are in place for northern England during the same period.
Temperatures will vary from mid-20s Celsius in the north to mid-30s in the south, peaking at 36°C.
Parts of southern and eastern England have already entered a heatwave with three days above threshold temperatures.
The heat will spread to Northern Ireland and Scotland, with temperatures in the high 20s Celsius.
An easterly wind later this week will cool eastern parts of the UK but increase heat in central southern England and South Wales.
The heatwave may last up to 14 consecutive days in some southern areas, making it one of the longest since 1976.
Humidity levels are expected to be lower than the late-June heatwave, making the heat feel less intense.
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The U.S. military carried out strikes against Iran after Iran attacked three commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The Trump administration also ended a waiver that had permitted the sale of Iranian oil. Experts are discussing how these actions might affect the worldwide oil supply.
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Iran attacked three commercial vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
The U.S. military responded by launching strikes targeting Iran.
President Donald Trump's administration revoked a waiver allowing the sale of Iranian oil.
The Strait of Hormuz is a major route for global oil shipments.
Experts are analyzing the impact of these events on global oil supply and maritime security.
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Oil prices rose significantly after the United States ended its waiver on sanctions for Iranian oil. This change followed attacks on three commercial ships near a key waterway called the Strait of Hormuz.
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Oil prices increased by over 5 percent on Tuesday.
Brent crude oil reached more than $75 per barrel.
The U.S. revoked its sanctions waiver for Iranian oil.
The decision came after attacks on three commercial vessels.
The attacks happened near the Strait of Hormuz, a major shipping route.
The U.S. official linked the waiver revocation to regional security concerns.
The change affects international oil supply and market prices.
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At the NATO summit in Turkey, President Trump urged European allies to spend more on defense and support the U.S. and Israel in their conflict with Iran. New U.S. military strikes on Iran happened as the summit focused on improving Europe's defense capabilities.
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The NATO summit took place in Turkey.
President Trump criticized European countries for not spending enough on defense.
He also expressed frustration about Europe's lack of support for U.S. and Israeli actions against Iran.
New U.S. strikes on Iran occurred during the time of the summit.
NATO leaders aim to strengthen Europe's ability to defend itself.
The article mentions ongoing conflict involving Iran.
The report was made by Nick Schifrin from Ankara.
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Russian missile attacks have hit Kyiv, Ukraine’s capital, for the third time in less than a week, causing fires in two city districts. The strikes come as NATO leaders meet in Turkey to discuss aid for Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.
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Kyiv has been attacked by Russian missiles three times within one week.
The latest attacks caused fires in two districts, but casualty and damage details are unclear.
A previous large strike in Kyiv killed at least 14 people and damaged several buildings.
Both Russia and Ukraine have increased their use of long-range weapons like missiles.
Ukraine is targeting Russian energy supplies and ships carrying fuel to occupied Crimea.
NATO leaders are meeting in Ankara, Turkey, to discuss military support for Ukraine.
Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy signed defense cooperation agreements with Estonia, the Netherlands, and Denmark during the NATO summit.
US President Donald Trump expressed hope that the Russia-Ukraine war will be resolved soon and planned to meet Zelenskyy at the summit.
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The U.S. military carried out strikes in Iran after Iran’s Revolutionary Guard attacked several ships near the Strait of Hormuz. These strikes were a response to protect shipping in that important waterway.
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The U.S. Central Command said the strikes happened on a Tuesday.
The strikes targeted Iran after attacks on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran was responsible for the attacks on the ships.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key passage for international shipping, especially oil transport.
The U.S. military’s action was described as retaliatory, meaning it was in response to Iran’s attacks.
CBS News reported the information, including comments from a White House and political correspondent.
The strikes mark a direct military response by the U.S. to protect freedom of navigation.
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Egypt lost a close and controversial soccer match to Argentina in the World Cup, ending their historic run. The game featured a late comeback by Argentina, referee decisions that upset many fans, and a call by Egypt’s coach to address alleged racism during the match.
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Egypt lost 3-2 to Argentina after leading 2-0, with Argentina scoring late goals to win.
A goal by Egypt was canceled after a Video Assistant Referee (VAR) review.
Egypt received four yellow cards, including one for their coach, Hossam Hassan.
Coach Hassan made an “X” gesture to flag racial abuse according to FIFA’s anti-racism rules, but the game was not stopped immediately.
Egypt’s win against Australia marked their first advance to the World Cup round of 32 in history.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi praised the team for their performance and said the future looked brighter.
The Palestinian ambassador and fans criticized referee decisions and linked the match’s significance to Palestinian struggles.
Egypt’s Mostafa Ziko called the referee’s decisions unfair and oppressive after the match.
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A French appeals court found Marine Le Pen guilty of embezzlement and ordered her to wear an electronic ankle monitor as part of her sentence. She plans to run for president in 2024 but may have to wear the monitor during her campaign if her appeal fails.
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Marine Le Pen was convicted of embezzlement by a Paris appeals court.
The court ordered her to wear an electronic ankle monitor as part of the punishment.
Under French law, electronic monitoring is used to reduce prison overcrowding.
The monitor restricts leaving home except during authorized hours set by a judge.
Le Pen says she will run for president in 2024 despite the conviction and possible monitoring.
France’s highest court will decide on her appeal before the election.
If the appeal fails, a judge will set the details of her monitoring and permitted movements.
Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy also wore an electronic monitor after a corruption conviction.
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The funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been ongoing for several days, with his coffin recently moved to Najaf, Iraq. Large crowds have gathered in Iran to honor him, while some critics have remained silent.
Key Facts
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader, passed away.
His multi-day funeral began on Saturday.
The coffin was recently transported to Najaf in Iraq.
Many people in Iran have attended the funeral to pay respects.
Some critics in Iran have not spoken out during the funeral events.
A special correspondent reported from Tehran about the funeral and reactions.
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A building in New York City became unstable, leading to evacuations for safety. At the same time, heavy rains caused severe flooding along the East Coast of the United States.
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An unstable building in New York City forced people to leave the area to stay safe.
The East Coast experienced heavy rainfalls.
These rains led to severe flooding in multiple areas along the coast.
The flooding disrupted daily life and caused concerns for residents.
Authorities responded by issuing evacuation orders and warnings.
The situation was covered by CBS Evening News on July 7.
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Mariska Hargitay, known for her role on "Law and Order: SVU," will host the Emmy Awards on September 14. She is the first woman to host the event in 15 years, according to the Television Academy.
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Mariska Hargitay stars in the TV show "Law and Order: SVU."
She will host the Emmy Awards ceremony.
The event will take place on September 14.
The Television Academy announced Hargitay as the host.
She is the first female host of the Emmys in 15 years.
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President Donald Trump is thinking about selling U.S. F-35 fighter jets to Turkey. He spoke positively about his relationship with Turkey’s President Tayyip Erdoğan during a NATO summit held in Turkey.
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President Trump attended a NATO summit in Turkey.
He discussed the possibility of selling F-35 fighter jets to Turkey.
F-35 jets are advanced military aircraft used by the U.S. and allies.
Turkey is the host country for the NATO summit.
President Trump praised his relationship with Turkish President Erdoğan.
The news was reported by CBS News and included expert analysis from a former U.S. Ambassador to Turkey.
The article focuses on U.S.-Turkey relations and military sales.
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Some hospitals are using art to help patients of all ages recover better. This approach is gaining attention as studies show art can improve health outcomes.
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Hospitals are including art activities to support patient recovery.
This approach is used for patients from young children to adults.
Research shows that art can positively affect health results.
The use of art in healthcare is part of a growing trend.
The information comes from a special report by Mike Cerre.
This topic is covered in the ongoing CANVAS health and arts series.
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US prosecutors arrested 24 people in the US, Canada, and Europe for connections to three organized crime groups based in India, including the Bishnoi gang. These groups are linked to crimes such as the killing of Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada and are accused of drug trafficking, extortion, and violent attacks.
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24 suspects were arrested in the US, Canada, and Europe for ties to India-based crime syndicates.
The groups include the Bishnoi gang, known for violent crimes and drug trafficking.
The suspects face charges related to the 2023 killing of Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada.
Nijjar was a Sikh separatist leader who wanted an independent Sikh state called Khalistan.
Lawrence Bishnoi and Satinderjeet "Goldy Brar" Singh are accused of ordering Nijjar’s murder; Bishnoi is jailed, and Brar is still free.
Canada has labeled the Bishnoi gang as a terrorist group to seize their assets.
Law enforcement seized about 1,000 kg of cocaine, 1 kg of heroin, $40,000 in cash, and a dozen guns during the investigation.
Multiple agencies, including the FBI and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, worked together on the investigation.
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