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A U.S. Navy helicopter made an emergency landing in the Arabian Sea. Three crew members were rescued, and one is still missing. The military says there is no sign the helicopter was attacked.
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The helicopter is a four-person MH-60S Sea Hawk.
The emergency water landing happened early Wednesday morning.
Three crew members were rescued and are in stable condition.
One crew member is still missing.
The helicopter belongs to the USS George H.W. Bush aircraft carrier.
U.S. Navy forces are searching the area for the missing crew member.
Officials say no hostile action caused the helicopter to go down.
The U.S. Naval Forces Central Command provided the information.
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Two people climbed to the top of the Empire State Building, above the area open to the public. They showed a large banner with a message about love and peace and then performed what looked like a marriage proposal.
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The event took place at the Empire State Building in New York City.
The two people wore black clothes and masks.
They climbed to the very top of the building’s spire, 1,454 feet high.
They displayed a big black banner saying, “When the power of love beats the love of power the world knows peace.”
A man appeared to propose marriage to a woman on the structure.
The New York Police Department used a drone and helicopter to monitor the situation.
Police said the event was ongoing and gave no further details at that time.
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A tourist visiting the Empire State Building witnessed a couple climb to the top of the building. She shared her experience in an interview with CBS News New York.
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The event took place at the Empire State Building in New York.
Two people, described as a couple, climbed to the top of the building.
A tourist visiting the building saw the climb happen.
The tourist spoke about what she saw in a CBS News New York interview.
The story was reported by CBS News and is available in their app and on their website.
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Two strong earthquakes hit northern Venezuela, causing many buildings to collapse and leaving thousands injured and homeless. The United Nations is sending 10,000 body bags as the death toll rises, while hospitals struggle to treat patients due to damage and shortages.
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Two earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude, struck northern Venezuela within 39 seconds.
Over 5,000 people were injured, and more than 12,000 were displaced by the quakes.
The United Nations is providing 10,000 body bags, which is five times the current official death count.
Many hospitals in affected areas are overcrowded, with some at 900% capacity.
Around 38 health facilities have been damaged or destroyed, including two hospitals that completely collapsed.
Power outages, blocked roads, and damaged water supply make rescue and treatment difficult.
Venezuela's health system was already weak, with high poverty rates and many citizens lacking access to basic care before the disaster.
Emergency teams are focusing on delivering medical supplies, blood, and restoring internet access for healthcare workers.
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The movie "Enola Holmes 3," now streaming on Netflix, stars Millie Bobby Brown as Sherlock Holmes' sister, Enola. The film follows her hesitation about marriage and her investigation when Sherlock is kidnapped, featuring a mix of mystery, action, and character growth.
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Millie Bobby Brown plays Enola Holmes and has starred in all three films since 2020.
The story focuses on Enola's reluctance to marry Lord Tewkesbury and the kidnapping of Sherlock Holmes.
Henry Cavill plays Sherlock Holmes, and Helena Bonham Carter appears as their mother, Eudoria.
The movie is set partly in Malta and includes themes like British colonialism and sunken treasure.
The film is rated PG-13 for some violence and runs for 105 minutes.
It is directed by Philip Barantini, with the screenplay by Jack Thorne based on Nancy Springer's character.
The previous two films were directed by Harry Bradbeer and emphasized humor through Enola breaking the fourth wall (talking directly to the audience).
"Enola Holmes 3" is described as lively but with a complex plot combining different story elements.
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Iranian and U.S. officials are meeting in Qatar to discuss ending a conflict that began after U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran's military sites. Despite heavy damage to Iran's military from these strikes, Iran has maintained some military capabilities and continues to respond to threats.
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Iran and the U.S. signed an agreement on June 17 aiming to end the war, followed by some limited fighting and threats.
Israel wants to resume military attacks on Iran and has prepared targets, waiting for a decision by President Trump or an Iranian attack.
Iran’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, was named after the previous leader was killed, and Israel has threatened him directly.
The U.S. and Israel launched over 24,000 air strikes combined, hitting missile sites, air defenses, command centers, and nuclear facilities.
Despite these strikes, Iran has not lost all military ability and has launched its own attacks in the region.
Satellite images and reports confirm that many military sites, including missile factories and air defense systems, were damaged.
Iran’s capital and several military complexes were heavily bombed.
The U.S. considered a ground invasion but knows it would be more difficult and costly than air attacks.
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A Maltese businessman named Yorgen Fenech is on trial for involvement in the 2017 killing of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. He denies the charges as the trial begins in Malta’s capital, Valletta.
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Daphne Caruana Galizia was an investigative journalist killed by a car bomb in 2017.
Yorgen Fenech, a 44-year-old Maltese businessman, is accused of helping in her murder.
Fenech denies all charges against him.
Two brothers, George and Alfred Degiorgio, were sentenced to 40 years in prison in 2022 for the killing.
Robert Agius and Jamie Vella were jailed for life in 2025 for supplying the bomb.
Vincent Muscat, involved in the case, was pardoned after giving testimony.
The trial started with a jury sworn in and is expected to last several weeks.
Caruana Galizia’s family members, including her three sons, attended the start of the trial.
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Two people climbed to the top of New York City's Empire State Building and revealed a large banner with a peace message. After spending about ten minutes at the top, one person proposed marriage to the other before they were taken into custody by police.
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The event happened on a Wednesday at the Empire State Building in New York City.
The climbers showed a banner that said, "When the power of love beats the love of power the world knows peace."
They reached the very top of the building’s spire, which is 1,454 feet (443 meters) tall.
One person proposed marriage by getting down on one knee.
They kissed at the top before climbing down.
This activity lasted at least ten minutes.
The New York Police Department arrested the two individuals after they came down.
The event was covered by the BBC and included a video.
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Two people climbed the Empire State Building's antenna on Wednesday while wearing black clothes and masks. They held a banner supporting peace and were arrested by the police.
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The two protesters climbed the Empire State Building antenna, which is 1,454 feet tall.
They were dressed in black and wore masks.
They carried a banner promoting peace.
The climb was done without safety ropes or tethers.
Police arrested both people at the top of the building.
It is not yet clear what charges they face.
Many people in New York City watched the event and were confused by it.
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France is working to strengthen its relationship with Oman amid tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global oil shipping. During Sultan Haitham bin Tariq’s first state visit to France since becoming ruler in 2020, both leaders announced major business contracts and called for free navigation through the strait.
Key Facts
Oman is a small, neutral country in the Middle East located near the Strait of Hormuz.
Sultan Haitham bin Tariq visited France for the first time since becoming Oman’s ruler in 2020.
French President Emmanuel Macron and Sultan Haitham announced new contracts to boost French-Omani economic ties.
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical shipping lane where about 20 percent of the world’s oil passes daily.
The waterway has been disrupted since US-Israeli strikes on Iran began in February 2026.
Iran plans to charge fees for ships passing through the strait, which the US and France oppose.
France and Oman support free and unrestricted navigation in the strait.
The strait is jointly overseen by Iran, Oman, and the UAE under international law, and France stresses it is not solely Iranian territory.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are planning wedding-related events in New York City, according to sources. Details about the events are starting to become public.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are preparing wedding events.
The events will take place in New York City.
The information comes from unnamed sources.
CBS News is reporting on the situation.
More details may be released as the events approach.
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The United States is conducting important negotiations with Iran, led by Vice President and two businesspeople with limited diplomatic experience. Jared Kushner and Steven Witkoff have financial ties to Middle Eastern governments, raising concerns about conflicts of interest in these talks during an ongoing US-Iran conflict.
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The US negotiating team with Iran includes Vice President, Jared Kushner, and Steven Witkoff.
Kushner and Witkoff have limited experience in diplomacy and come from real estate and business backgrounds.
Kushner manages an investment firm funded largely by Gulf governments, including Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar.
Witkoff invested in a cryptocurrency company partially owned by a UAE security official.
These financial connections may conflict with the US Constitution’s emoluments clause, which prohibits government officials from accepting gifts from foreign states without Congress’s approval.
The Iran conflict has destabilized the Middle East, affecting US relationships with Gulf countries.
Kushner and Witkoff’s roles may challenge their ability to represent solely US interests because of their financial ties to foreign governments.
Kushner also has strong connections to Israel, including family donations to settler organizations.
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Actors Sophia Bush and Jerry O'Connell talked with CBS News about their new comedy called "Summer's Last Resort." The show will start streaming on Tubi on July 3.
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Sophia Bush and Jerry O'Connell are starring in a new comedy.
The comedy is named "Summer's Last Resort."
They appeared on CBS News 24/7 Mornings to discuss the show.
The show will be available on the streaming service Tubi.
The premiere date is July 3.
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President Donald Trump showed hope for progress in indirect talks between the U.S. and Iran held in Doha, Qatar. Meanwhile, Iran promised to react if it faces any new threats.
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The U.S. and Iran are holding indirect meetings in Doha, Qatar.
President Trump expressed a positive outlook on these talks.
Iran has warned it will respond to any threats against it.
The discussions are not direct but involve intermediaries.
Experts like Eric Lob from Florida International University are commenting on the situation.
The context involves ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
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A traditionalist Catholic group called the Society of St. Pius X consecrated four new bishops in Switzerland without approval from Pope Leo XIV. The Pope warned that this act was very serious and would harm church unity, but the group said they needed to do this to protect their version of the Catholic faith.
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The consecration of four bishops happened at a seminary in Econe, Switzerland.
The Society of St. Pius X opposes recent reforms in the Catholic Church.
Pope Leo XIV sent a letter warning them not to proceed, calling it a “sin of extreme gravity.”
The group ignored the Pope’s warning and held the ceremony anyway.
The Pope’s main focus is to keep the Catholic Church united and reduce tensions with traditionalists.
This event marks a clear break between the traditionalists and the Vatican.
The consecrations lasted about five hours.
The traditionalists said the move was necessary to defend the Catholic faith.
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A new movie called The Odyssey, directed by Christopher Nolan, will come out on July 17, 2026. It tells the story of Odysseus, a Greek king trying to return home after the Trojan War, facing many challenges along the way. The film stars Matt Damon as Odysseus and features a large cast including Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, and Zendaya.
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The Odyssey is a film by Christopher Nolan, based on the ancient Greek epic.
Matt Damon plays Odysseus, the king of Ithaca.
Anne Hathaway plays Penelope, Odysseus’ wife, who defends his home from suitors.
Tom Holland plays Telemachus, Odysseus’ son.
The movie features mythological characters like the cyclops Polyphemus, the Sirens, Circe, and the goddess Athena.
Other stars include Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, and Lupita Nyong’o in multiple roles.
The film was shot entirely in IMAX and will be shown in IMAX and traditional film formats.
The story follows Odysseus’ journey after ten years of war, his struggles to reclaim his throne, and the threats to his family’s power while he is gone.
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Mick Jagger said the Rolling Stones will not tour this year because guitarist Keith Richards is not feeling well. However, the band plans to play live shows next year and is working on their next album after releasing Foreign Tongues on July 10.
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The Rolling Stones will not tour in 2024 due to Keith Richards’ health concerns.
Mick Jagger clarified the band is not done performing live and expects shows in 2025.
There may be a type of residency, similar to multiple shows in a few cities, but not a full Las Vegas residency.
The band’s new album, Foreign Tongues, will be released on July 10, 2024.
This is the Rolling Stones’ 25th studio album, following 2023’s Hackney Diamonds.
Mick Jagger is already writing songs for future albums and possibly for other artists.
Jagger mentioned there could be up to three new records coming after Foreign Tongues.
The band’s songwriting approach allows Jagger to write songs even if they are not all for the Rolling Stones.
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The International Olympic Committee (IOC) said Greenland and the Faroe Islands cannot have their own Olympic teams. This is because they are not fully independent countries as required by the Olympic rules.
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The IOC requires a country to be fully independent and recognized internationally to have its own Olympic team.
Greenland and the Faroe Islands are semi-autonomous parts of Denmark but not fully independent states.
Denmark’s parliament asked the IOC to recognize Greenland and the Faroe Islands as separate Olympic teams.
The IOC has repeatedly explained that these territories do not meet the criteria for independent teams.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen supports Greenland in political matters, including resisting U.S. interest in buying Greenland.
Athletes from Greenland and the Faroe Islands can compete under Denmark’s Olympic team.
The 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles will include athletes from these territories as part of the Danish team.
The current President of the United States, Donald Trump, is mentioned due to his interest in Greenland.
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Two people climbed to the top of the Empire State Building’s antenna in New York City and displayed a banner with a message about love and peace. The banner said, “when the power of love beats the love of power the world knows peace.” Authorities did not immediately know how the climbers got there.
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Two people went to the top of the Empire State Building’s antenna.
They wore black clothes, helmets, and carried climbing gear.
The antenna is 1,454 feet (443 meters) tall, above midtown Manhattan.
They hung a banner with the message: “when the power of love beats the love of power the world knows peace.”
The event happened at midday on a Tuesday.
Police and firefighters had no immediate information about the incident.
Building management did not respond to questions right away.
It is unknown how the two climbers gained access to the antenna.
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Many areas in the Western U.S. are restricting fireworks this Fourth of July because dry weather and wildfires have increased the fire risk. Officials encourage people to watch professional fireworks shows instead of using personal fireworks at home.
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Utah banned personal fireworks statewide due to extreme wildfire risk.
Colorado and New Mexico governors asked people to be careful with fireworks.
Cities and counties from the Southwest to the Pacific Northwest have their own fireworks restrictions.
The U.S. is marking its 250th Independence Day with large celebrations planned.
Hundreds of wildfires have started recently in the West, worsened by dry, windy weather.
About 85% of wildfires are caused by people, either on purpose or by accident.
Fireworks often cause more fires on the Fourth of July because they can start fires easily.
Dry vegetation and weather make it easier for fires to spread quickly when started.
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