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The bluegrass band Punch Brothers performed the song "New Bike" on CBS News Saturday Sessions. Their new instrumental album, called "The Unsung Adventures of Punch Brothers," will come out on July 24.
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Punch Brothers is a bluegrass band.
The band was formed in 2006 by mandolin player Chris Thile.
They performed the song "New Bike" on CBS News Saturday Sessions.
Their upcoming album is fully instrumental, meaning it has only music and no singing.
The album is titled "The Unsung Adventures of Punch Brothers."
The album release date is July 24.
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The bluegrass band Punch Brothers performed a cover of the song "This Land Is Your Land" to celebrate the Fourth of July. The band was formed in 2006 by mandolin player Chris Thile.
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Punch Brothers is a bluegrass music band.
The band was started in 2006.
Chris Thile, a mandolin player, founded the band.
They performed the song "This Land Is Your Land."
The performance was part of CBS News Saturday Sessions.
The song is originally by Woody Guthrie.
The performance was shared for the Fourth of July holiday celebration.
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Liberty Island, where the Statue of Liberty stands, is a small island that many tourists visit today. In the past, a few people lived there as residents before it became a popular tourist spot.
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The Statue of Liberty is a famous symbol of America and immigration.
Liberty Island covers 15 acres.
Today, many tourists visit the island.
In the past, a small group of people lived on Liberty Island.
The island was once a residential place before becoming a public landmark.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce got married on Friday night at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The ceremony was private, with famous guests and a performance by Stevie Nicks, and actor Adam Sandler acted as the officiant.
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The wedding took place at Madison Square Garden, a large and famous arena.
Adam Sandler, an actor known for comedies, was the officiant for the ceremony.
Stevie Nicks, a well-known singer, performed at the wedding.
Guests included actors, musicians, sports stars, and other celebrities.
Taylor Swift had her brother Austin Swift as her man of honor; Travis Kelce had his brother Jason Kelce as best man.
Both the bride and groom wore outfits by Christian Dior Haute Couture and special shoes by Christian Louboutin.
Phones were apparently banned during the ceremony, and few social media posts appeared from the event.
Both Swift and Kelce wrote their own wedding vows.
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At least 16 Palestinians have died in the past 48 hours in Gaza due to Israeli attacks or being trapped under rubble, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry. The deaths occurred despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire that has mostly paused large fighting, but Israeli operations and violence have continued.
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16 Palestinians’ bodies were received by Gaza hospitals in the last 48 hours; 7 died from Israeli attacks and 9 were recovered from rubble.
At least 16 more Palestinians were injured in the same period.
The ministry said more victims remain trapped under rubble as rescue teams have limited access.
The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas started in October 2023 but Israeli attacks and violations of the ceasefire continue.
Since the ceasefire began, over 1,000 Palestinians have been killed and more than 3,400 injured due to Israeli actions, according to Gaza health officials.
The overall death toll in Gaza from the conflict since October 2023 is reported as 73,090, with around 173,550 injured.
Israel has expanded its control over large parts of Gaza during the ceasefire and issued orders for Palestinians to leave certain areas.
Planned second-phase talks involving prisoner exchanges, Hamas disarmament, and Israeli military withdrawal have been delayed and stalled due to disagreements.
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Paris has reopened three supervised swimming areas in the Seine River for the summer, allowing people to swim safely near landmarks like the Eiffel Tower. These free spots have lifeguards on duty and water quality is regularly tested to ensure safety.
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Three swimming areas in the Seine are open near City Hall, the Eiffel Tower, and eastern Paris.
Swimming is supervised by lifeguards and water quality is checked every day.
The swimming spots are free to use and open through the summer depending on weather and water conditions.
Swimming in the Seine had been banned for about 100 years due to pollution before improvements were made.
The river cleanup included sewer upgrades and new rainwater storage to reduce pollution.
The Grenelle site near the Eiffel Tower limits the number of swimmers to 200 at a time and uses a waiting system.
Swimming in the Seine during the 2024 Paris Olympics helped speed up the river cleanup efforts.
Visitors and Parisians enjoy swimming in the Seine as a unique experience with views of the city’s landmarks.
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Pope Leo XIV sent a message on the United States’ 250th anniversary encouraging Americans to show compassion, especially toward immigrants. Without naming President Donald Trump, the pope emphasized the importance of welcoming and protecting migrants, highlighting past tensions between the Vatican and the current U.S. administration over immigration and foreign policy.
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Pope Leo XIV congratulated the U.S. on its 250th anniversary and urged reflection on national responsibilities.
He called for compassion in treating immigrants, noting their contributions to the country’s history.
The pope’s message did not mention President Trump directly but responded to immigration policies.
Pope Leo has criticized harsh treatment of migrants in the U.S. before.
There is ongoing tension between Pope Leo and President Trump over domestic and international issues.
Conflicts increased after U.S. military actions in Iran and Trump's controversial statements about Iran.
President Trump has criticized Pope Leo, calling him weak on crime and bad on foreign policy.
The Vatican and U.S. officials have held meetings that included some reported disagreements, though the Pentagon denied any threats.
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Archaeologists found old remains of soldiers from a 1780 battle in South Carolina. Using DNA technology, they identified one soldier as John Pumphrey, a young man from Maryland who fought with the Continental Army.
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The remains were found in shallow graves at a Revolutionary War battlefield in Camden, South Carolina.
Metal buttons on the remains suggested they belonged to Continental Army soldiers.
One set of remains, called 9B, was identified as John Pumphrey using three types of DNA and historical records.
John Pumphrey joined the 7th Maryland Regiment possibly as a teenager around age 13.
The Pumphrey family has history in Maryland and still has living relatives today.
DNA samples came from three women related to Pumphrey, helping to confirm his identity.
Pumphrey marched over a thousand miles and fought in battles led by George Washington.
His previously unnamed grave will soon have a tombstone with his name on it.
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A man swimming at a Florida beach was killed by a lightning strike on the July 4 weekend, and three nearby swimmers were injured and hospitalized. Florida is known for having many lightning strikes, especially in summer, and officials warn people to take shelter indoors when they hear thunder.
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One unidentified male swimmer died from a direct lightning strike at a Florida beach.
Three other swimmers nearby were injured and taken to a hospital.
A bystander used an AED (a device that helps restart the heart) and performed CPR but could not save the man.
The Fort Myers Beach Fire District advises people to stay indoors when they hear thunder or see lightning.
Florida has the most lightning strikes in the U.S. each year, especially in June and July.
Lightning can strike 10 to 15 miles away from a storm, so it is unsafe to stay outside if thunder is heard.
Extreme heat and thunderstorms are affecting weather and events across the U.S. during the July 4 weekend.
Many Independence Day celebrations have been changed or canceled due to heat and weather safety concerns.
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Iran held large public ceremonies in Tehran to honor former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in an airstrike. The government promoted messages of continuing his policies and seeking revenge against the U.S. and Israel. His son, Mojtaba Khamenei, was quickly named the new supreme leader but did not appear publicly at the funeral due to security concerns.
Key Facts
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader for nearly 37 years, was killed in an airstrike on February 28.
Thousands gathered at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla religious complex for ceremonies honoring Khamenei.
Red flags, symbolizing martyrdom and revenge in Shia Islam, were displayed at the event.
The official slogan for the ceremonies was “We must rise,” emphasizing continuity and vengeance.
Mojtaba Khamenei, Ali Khamenei’s son, was chosen by clerics as the new supreme leader.
Security was very heavy, with checkpoints, searches, armored vehicles, and restricted access in Tehran.
Crowds chanted slogans such as “Death to America” and “Death to Israel.”
Thousands of temporary religious stations (mokebs) provided chanting, flags, fans, and drinks to mourners.
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Russian attacks hit several areas in Ukraine, killing four people, including a young child and her mother in Sumy. The attacks also caused a large fire at a poultry farm in Kherson, where firefighters worked despite the risk of more strikes.
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Russian strikes targeted different regions in Ukraine.
Four people died in the attacks, including a five-year-old girl and her mother in Sumy.
Guided bombs started a major fire at a poultry farm in Kherson.
Firefighters fought the fire while facing the danger of additional attacks.
The attacks caused significant damage and loss of life across Ukraine.
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Philadelphia’s Reading Terminal Market is a historic food market located near where the Declaration of Independence was signed. CBS News featured a walk through the market, highlighting its food and history.
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Reading Terminal Market is in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
It is close to the site where the Declaration of Independence was signed.
The market offers a variety of food options.
CBS News covered a visit to the market on their Saturday program.
The market is known for combining food and historical significance.
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Rebel groups in northern Mali launched attacks on several towns, including Gao and Sévaré. Some attacks were meant to distract from the main goal, which is to capture important towns like Anefis.
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The Malian army reported rebel attacks on northern towns, such as Gao and Sévaré.
Rebels announced a new offensive to take control of a northern town.
Some attacks served as "diversions" to draw attention away from key targets.
Anefis is considered a strategically important town for the rebels.
Andrew Lebovich, a conflict expert, explained the purpose of these attacks.
This situation is part of ongoing conflicts in northern Mali.
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Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pope, gave a speech celebrating America's 250th birthday. He praised the country's history of welcoming immigrants. The National Constitution Center awarded him the Liberty Medal during the event.
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Pope Leo XIV was born in Chicago, making him the first American pope.
He celebrated the 250th anniversary of the United States.
In his speech, he highlighted America’s tradition of accepting immigrants.
The National Constitution Center presented Pope Leo XIV with the Liberty Medal.
The event was covered by CBS News.
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After 250 years, researchers have identified a soldier who fought in the Revolutionary War, the conflict that led to the United States becoming a country. This discovery honors the soldier’s service and helps tell more of the nation’s early history.
Key Facts
The soldier fought in the Revolutionary War, which happened over 250 years ago.
Researchers have finally identified who this soldier was.
This identification gives recognition to the soldier’s contribution to America’s independence.
The finding helps historians understand more about the people who fought in the war.
The news was reported by CBS News and covered by journalist Bradley Blackburn.
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A doctor who tested positive for Ebola after traveling from the Democratic Republic of Congo to France has recovered and left the hospital. This is the first time Ebola was detected in France itself, though previous patients had been diagnosed abroad before arriving.
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The doctor tested positive for Ebola after flying to France on June 23 from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The patient showed very mild symptoms, mainly headaches.
Five other passengers on the flight were considered possible contacts and were quarantined as a precaution.
This is the first confirmed Ebola case detected within France’s borders.
Earlier Ebola patients in France had been diagnosed outside the country before arrival.
The Democratic Republic of Congo declared its latest Ebola outbreak on May 15, 2026.
As of early July 2026, the outbreak in DR Congo has infected over 1,400 people and caused at least 438 deaths.
The doctor was associated with the Alliance for International Medical Action, a humanitarian group, and humanitarian workers usually undergo 3-week quarantines after exposure.
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A tall ship parade took place on the Hudson River in New York as part of a large maritime event. This gathering is considered the biggest in American history and coincided with celebrations for America's 250th anniversary.
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The event featured a parade of tall ships on the Hudson River in New York.
It was part of a historic maritime gathering in the United States.
The parade took place around July 4, 2026, during America's 250th birthday celebrations.
The event included coverage by ABC News and featured live streams for viewers.
The maritime gathering is described as the largest ever in American history.
The celebration also included views and events in other cities such as Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia.
The tall ship parade was one part of the broader America 250 events commemorating 250 years of U.S. history.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce held their wedding at Madison Square Garden in New York City, turning the large arena into a personal and intimate setting. The ceremony was attended by about 1,000 guests, including friends, family, celebrities, and NFL players.
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The wedding took place at Madison Square Garden, a venue that usually holds 19,500 people.
About 1,000 guests attended the wedding.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wrote their own vows, which were kept in small books.
Actor and comedian Adam Sandler officiated the ceremony.
Swift’s brother was the "man of honor," and Kelce’s brother was the best man; they were the only members of the wedding party.
The event lasted from 4 p.m. to 4 a.m.
Madison Square Garden was decorated to look like a garden.
Guests included celebrities like Gigi Hadid, Bradley Cooper, and NFL players, as well as musical performer Stevie Nicks.
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Elon Musk posted more than twice as often about race and immigration in the UK than about SpaceX on his social media before SpaceX’s big public stock sale. During this time, UK politics were tense due to violent events and debates over immigration and race.
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From 31 May to 12 June, Musk posted 303 times about UK race and immigration issues, compared to 114 posts about SpaceX.
SpaceX, Musk’s aerospace company, went public on 12 June, raising $85.7 billion.
Most UK-related posts were about sensitive topics like race, immigration, and recent violent incidents.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer accused Musk of causing division in British society.
Musk reposted far-right political content, including calls to deport migrants unable to support themselves.
Musk defended his focus on these topics, saying civilization is at stake.
Musk has supported rightwing activist Tommy Robinson, participating in his events.
The UK was experiencing violence linked to political tensions during this period, including riots in Northern Ireland.
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