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More than 10% of Americans use GLP-1 weight-loss drugs. Experts caution that these drugs can cause side effects that may increase the risk of dehydration, especially during very hot weather.
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GLP-1 drugs are used by over 10% of Americans for weight loss.
These drugs can cause side effects like nausea and vomiting.
Side effects may lead to dehydration, which means losing too much water from the body.
Extreme heat increases the risk of dehydration for people taking these drugs.
Nutrition experts advise people on these medications to stay hydrated in hot conditions.
GLP-1 drugs affect hormones that control appetite and blood sugar.
Dehydration can cause symptoms like dizziness, weakness, and confusion.
Taking precautions in hot weather is important for those using weight-loss medications.
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President Donald Trump said that Iran has agreed to hold peace talks in Doha, Qatar, after recent attacks in the Strait of Hormuz involved both countries exchanging fire. The talks aim to reduce tension following drone strikes and retaliatory attacks, with both sides agreeing to pause military actions.
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Iran requested a meeting, which will take place in Doha, Qatar.
Recent clashes involved Iran attacking a cargo ship with a drone and the U.S. retaliating by striking Iranian military sites.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard launched missile and drone attacks on U.S. bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.
The White House arranged for a U.S. delegation to attend the talks, including Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
The talks will also involve technical teams to discuss Iran’s nuclear program.
The U.S. stopped all active strikes against Iran before the talks to avoid further violence.
Vice President JD Vance credited new contacts with Iran for helping prevent more conflict.
The future control of the Strait of Hormuz and possible fees for passage remain unresolved.
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A woman swimming in the Econlockhatchee River in Florida was attacked and killed by an alligator. Authorities are trying to catch the alligator involved in the incident.
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The attack happened in Seminole County, just north of Orlando, Florida.
The woman was swimming in the river when the alligator attacked her.
She was taken to the hospital but died from her injuries.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is working to trap the alligator.
The FWC expressed sympathy for the victim's family and loved ones.
This event occurred two days after a man was killed by a crocodile in Mexico.
Efforts to trap the alligator were still ongoing at the time of the report.
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Five people died in a shooting at a youth welfare center in Stade, northern Germany. Police arrested two suspects, including the suspected shooter, and say the public is no longer at risk while they investigate the motive and details of the attack.
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The shooting happened at a youth welfare center in Stade, northern Germany.
Five people were killed in the attack.
Police arrested two individuals, one of whom is the suspected gunman.
Authorities say there is no ongoing danger to the public.
Investigators are working to understand why the shooting happened and all the details around it.
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A strong aftershock shook Venezuela early Monday, hitting near the Caribbean coast as rescue teams continued searching for survivors after two major earthquakes last week. The tremor caused no new major damage, but fears and rescue efforts remain high as officials report 1,450 deaths and many missing.
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The aftershock occurred 27 kilometers (17 miles) north of Caraballeda at 7:01 a.m. local time.
It measured 4.6 on the Richter scale according to the US Geological Survey; Colombia’s survey reported it as 5.1.
Residents in Caracas and the port city of La Guaira were shaken and evacuated during the aftershock.
Venezuelan officials confirmed no immediate new damage but remain concerned about ongoing risks.
The original twin earthquakes killed about 1,450 people, with thousands more missing.
Rescue teams, including over 2,600 workers and trained dogs from around the world, continue to search through rubble.
Survival chances after such disasters are highest in the first 48 to 72 hours; searches persist despite the passing of this time.
Government response has faced criticism, with civilian groups playing a large role in rescue efforts.
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Olivia Wilde and Edward Norton shared details about their new movie "The Invite," which looks at how two very different marriages change during one intense evening. Wilde directed the film and explained why she was hesitant to act in it at first.
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Olivia Wilde directed and stars in the film "The Invite."
Edward Norton also stars in the movie.
The film focuses on the changes and challenges in two marriages over one evening.
Wilde discussed why she hesitated to take the acting role in the movie.
Wilde and Norton talked about whether they used their own life experiences for their roles.
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The 45th Jazz à Vienne festival is taking place in Vienne, France. The event honors jazz musician Miles Davis, who was born 100 years ago and performed at the festival four times. Several well-known artists are headlining, including Jon Batiste and Buena Vista Social Club.
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Jazz à Vienne is a music festival held in Vienne, southeastern France.
The 2026 festival is the 45th edition of the event.
It celebrates the 100th birth anniversary of jazz legend Miles Davis.
Miles Davis performed at this festival four times during his lifetime.
Headliners include Jon Batiste, Marcus Miller, Buena Vista Social Club, and Jeff Mills.
A Cameroonian band named Akutuk performed a concert in a swimming pool to honor their cultural ties to water.
New Orleans trumpeter James Andrews led a street parade during the festival.
The festival highlights jazz and its cultural impact through live performances and special events.
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The United States has a long history of military conflicts. The recent conflict with Iran highlights ongoing challenges and causes serious consequences beyond just casualties.
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The U.S. has engaged in many military conflicts over time.
The recent conflict between the U.S. and Iran is part of this long history.
Lessons from past wars have not fully prevented repeating mistakes.
The impact of the conflict goes beyond deaths, affecting other areas as well.
Veterans may find it difficult to cope with the effects of this conflict.
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A contestant named Gabriel Garland left the TV show Love Island after it was revealed he was connected to a 2019 stabbing incident in London, though he was never charged. ITV decided to remove him for participant safety, and he will no longer appear on the show.
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Gabriel Garland, 24, was briefly shown on Love Island as a Casa Amor participant.
Garland was linked in court papers to a stabbing incident where Vitor Mazzer was convicted.
Garland was 17 at the time of the 2019 incident and was not charged or found guilty.
Mazzer was jailed for 42 months and his appeal was denied in April 2024.
ITV removed Garland after learning about the court documents, citing a duty of care.
Garland appeared in one episode but will not return for further filming.
The removal raised questions on social media about ITV’s background check process.
Other contestants on Love Island UK and USA have also recently left or been removed for personal and conduct reasons.
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The trailer for "The Angry Birds Movie 3" has been shown for the first time on CBS Mornings. The movie features actor Jason Sudeikis and will start playing in theaters on December 23.
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The trailer for "The Angry Birds Movie 3" was revealed on CBS Mornings.
Jason Sudeikis stars in the movie.
The film will be released in theaters on December 23.
CBS News provided the exclusive first look at the trailer.
The movie is the third in the Angry Birds film series.
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The second episode of "House of the Dragon" Season 3 shows Rhaenyra dealing with the death of her son Jace and deciding whether to continue the war for the throne. With the help of Daemon and unexpected allies, Rhaenyra eventually claims the throne of Westeros, while enemies and new challenges remain.
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The episode focuses on Rhaenyra mourning her son Jace’s death and her struggle with the ongoing war.
Daemon Targaryen encourages Rhaenyra to continue fighting and shares a vision that motivates her.
Rhaenyra and Daemon arrive at King's Landing with their dragons but face resistance from guards.
Ser Luthor Largent helps Rhaenyra and Daemon escape a dangerous situation in the throne room.
Rhaenyra becomes the Queen of Westeros but wants to capture Aegon, who has already fled.
Daemon finds Ser Otto Hightower, a prisoner and important enemy from Team Green.
Alicent tries to avoid conflict by instructing guards not to fire at Rhaenyra’s dragons and plans her own escape.
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A heatwave is spreading across central, eastern, and southern Europe, causing extremely high temperatures and dangerous conditions. Several countries, including Hungary, Poland, Romania, and Serbia, have issued heat warnings and offered cooling centers, while some areas in western Europe have begun to see temperatures ease after record-breaking heat caused many deaths.
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Cities like Budapest, Belgrade, and Bucharest faced temperatures around 37 to 40 degrees Celsius.
Germany recorded a high of 41.7 degrees Celsius for the third day in a row, causing transport disruptions.
Over 1,800 excess deaths were reported in France and Spain due to the heatwave.
Torrential rain and floods occurred in Italy’s Alto Adige region during the extreme weather.
The heatwave is linked to the climate crisis caused by burning fossil fuels, according to scientists.
Two cyclists died from heat during a biking event in Poland, and children died in Cyprus from being trapped in a hot car.
Many cities in central and eastern Europe have buildings that trap heat and few air conditioners.
Ukraine's damaged energy grid faced rising electricity demand and emergency power outages due to the heat.
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France's hospitals are better prepared now for heatwaves than they were in 2003, when a deadly heatwave caused many deaths. However, as heatwaves become more common and stronger, more investment is needed to protect vulnerable people, especially by ensuring places like hospitals and homes have air conditioning.
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France experienced a deadly heatwave in 2003 that caused many deaths.
Since 2003, French hospitals have improved their emergency plans and medical practices for heatwaves.
Heatwaves are becoming more frequent and intense due to climate change.
Protecting vulnerable people requires better infrastructure, such as air conditioning in hospitals, care homes, schools, and private homes.
Dr. Antoine Flahault, an epidemiologist, highlights that health systems must adapt structurally, not just react to immediate emergencies.
The current heatwave in France has caused hospital overcrowding and serious health challenges.
Climate change and rising temperatures are key reasons behind the increasing heatwave risks in Europe.
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The European Union said it will not take a position on whether people should use air conditioning during Europe’s record heatwave. The debate is political in some countries like France, where leaders strongly disagree about its environmental impact and use.
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The EU said it will not tell people if they should install air conditioning in their homes.
Air conditioning is less common in Europe than in other parts of the world, with around 20% of homes having it.
The heatwave across Europe is causing more people to buy air conditioners, especially in older buildings that are not well insulated.
Some political leaders in France support wider air conditioning use, while others say it worsens environmental problems.
Critics say air conditioning uses a lot of energy and can increase local outdoor temperatures in cities.
The environmental effect depends on how the electricity to run air conditioning is produced.
The EU is working on housing policies that include energy efficiency and climate measures but will not control personal decisions on cooling.
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The Arab League and many Arab governments have taken limited action in response to ongoing violence and killings in Gaza and surrounding areas. This is due to a mix of historical foreign influence, dependence on powerful countries like the US, and a disconnect between Arab leaders and their people.
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The violence in Gaza has lasted almost three years and spread to the West Bank, East Jerusalem, Syria, and Lebanon.
The Arab League has mostly issued statements and sent small aid instead of strong actions.
Many Arab states were formed after World War I under foreign influence and still rely on other powers for money, military help, and technology.
This reliance limits their ability to act independently against Israel or the US.
Punishing actions like sanctions or military attacks from powerful countries deter Arab governments from confronting Israel.
Arab states face ongoing internal problems like poverty, unemployment, and ethnic tensions, weakening their stability.
There is a gap between Arab governments and citizens; citizens depend on the state for basic needs while leaders control policies.
Foreign powers such as the US, UK, France, Russia, Iran, Israel, and Turkey have strong influence in the region’s politics and security.
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Five adults were shot and killed at a youth welfare facility in Stade, Germany. Police arrested two people, including the suspected shooter, but the reason for the attack is still unknown.
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The shooting happened in Stade, a town near Hamburg in northern Germany.
Five adults died in the shooting at the youth welfare facility.
Two people were arrested, one of whom is suspected to be the shooter.
Police are unsure how many others might have been hurt.
The area was secured by police, and experts searched the scene.
Police told local residents to stay away at first but later said there was no ongoing danger.
A witness saw a man and woman try to escape by car but police stopped them.
Mass shootings are uncommon in Germany but have happened in recent years, including attacks in Hamburg (2023) and Munich (2016).
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Music industry legend Clive Davis died at age 94. Many famous musicians and notable figures gathered to honor him at a funeral in New York, which was livestreamed for the public.
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Clive Davis died on June 22 at his Manhattan apartment at age 94.
The funeral took place at Central Synagogue in Manhattan and was livestreamed.
Kenny G opened the service with a saxophone solo.
Stars like Bruce Springsteen, Dionne Warwick, Barry Manilow, and Stevie Wonder attended.
Davis helped launch or boost careers of artists such as Whitney Houston, Alicia Keys, Bruce Springsteen, and Kenny G.
He hosted an annual pre-Grammy Awards gala for over 50 years.
Former President Barack Obama praised Davis at this year’s gala.
Davis is survived by four children, eight grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.
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Rescue teams in Venezuela are still looking for survivors five days after two earthquakes hit the country. More than 1,400 people have died, and thousands remain missing as families search for loved ones amid the destruction.
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Two strong earthquakes struck Venezuela, causing many deaths and damage.
Over 1,400 people have died from the earthquakes.
Tens of thousands are still missing after the disaster.
Families gather at hospitals in Caracas hoping to find missing relatives.
A U.S. rescue team helped save a mother and her 9-month-old baby from the rubble.
More than 300 American rescuers are helping on the ground in Venezuela.
The U.S. Secretary of State offered full assistance to Venezuela after speaking with its Acting President.
The worst-hit area is La Guaira, a coastal city with severe damage and a humanitarian crisis.
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President Donald Trump announced that Iran has requested a meeting to be held in Qatar on Tuesday, but Iran denied that any talks are scheduled. Meanwhile, tensions continue in the Strait of Hormuz, with international efforts underway to ease the situation and ensure safe passage.
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President Trump said Iran asked for a meeting in Doha, Qatar, on Tuesday.
Iran’s state news agency said no technical talks are planned this week.
White House confirmed that envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will attend meetings in Doha.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff will brief Congress on the Iran deal.
France and Oman plan to work with partners to clear mines from the Strait of Hormuz to secure shipping routes.
Germany pledged €250 million to help regions in Africa and Asia affected by the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
Iraq’s government set a September 30 deadline for pro-Iran armed groups to disarm.
Israel and Lebanon reached a U.S.-mediated framework for peace involving troop presence and Hezbollah disarmament.
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President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. and Iran will hold talks in Doha, Qatar, on Tuesday. This comes after military strikes occurred near the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend. Iran has not yet confirmed these planned talks.
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President Trump said on social media that the U.S. and Iran will meet in Doha, Qatar, on Tuesday.
The announcement followed recent strikes near the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route.
Iran has not officially confirmed the upcoming talks.
The situation is part of ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
Doha, the capital of Qatar, is often used as a neutral place for international talks.
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