Hurricane Lala hit Hawaii and caused a lot of damage. The storm has weakened to a tropical storm, but it left many roads washed out and thousands of people without electricity. Cleanup efforts have started across the islands.
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Hurricane Lala struck Hawaii and caused widespread damage.
The hurricane has weakened and is now a tropical storm.
Floodwaters washed out several roads, making travel difficult.
Thousands of residents lost power after the storm.
Cleanup and repair work have begun across affected areas.
Aerial video shows the extent of destruction caused by the storm.
The report was covered by Jonathan Vigliotti for CBS News.
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The Yukaghir people of northeast Siberia are facing threats to their traditional lifestyle because climate change is disrupting the natural weather patterns they depend on. A group of activists filed a legal case against the Russian government for not meeting climate promises, but the European Court of Human Rights rejected the case without explanation.
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The Yukaghir people live in northeast Siberia and rely on nature for fishing, hunting, and herding reindeer.
Their traditional knowledge of weather cycles is no longer reliable due to climate change.
Russia’s temperatures are rising more than twice as fast as the global average.
Activists filed a climate lawsuit against Russia in both the Russian Supreme Court and European Court of Human Rights.
The European Court of Human Rights ruled the case inadmissible in June without giving reasons.
One plaintiff lost his Russian citizenship, which he believes was a political retaliation for his climate activism.
Siberia faces frequent floods and yearly forest fires, with 2021 being the worst wildfire season on record.
Melting permafrost in Russia releases greenhouse gases and affects infrastructure like winter roads used for transport.
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Actor Hayden Panettiere has died at the age of 36, according to a statement from her father. She was best known for her roles in the TV shows "Heroes" and "Nashville."
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Hayden Panettiere died at 36 years old.
Her death was confirmed by her father.
She acted in the television series "Heroes."
She also starred in the TV show "Nashville."
The news was reported by CBS News.
Gayle King covered her life and career in a segment.
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In Israel, ultra-Orthodox and religious-nationalist groups are gaining more political power and influence over laws and daily life. They use democratic institutions like elections to change the state’s character to be more religious, especially affecting issues like education, gender segregation, and land control.
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Religious groups in Israel, such as ultra-Orthodox (Haredim) and religious-nationalists, have growing political influence.
They impact policies on gender segregation, religious education, and the balance between religious and civil law.
Their influence is changing Israel from within through elections and coalition politics, not by force.
Religious-nationalist parties in the Knesset include Shas, United Torah Judaism, Religious Zionism, Otzma Yehudit, and Noam.
These groups push for more religious control of public life and land, linking state identity to religion.
Palestinians face ongoing inequality that is deepened by religious-nationalist policies tied to land and sovereignty.
In areas like the Negev and the West Bank, state policies lead to displacement of Arab communities and expanded Jewish settlements.
Religious justification makes compromise over land issues more difficult, framing control as a divine right.
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Actor Hayden Panettiere died at 36 years old, and many people, including fans and others in Hollywood, are remembering her. The article also reports on the damage caused by Hurricane Lala in Hawaii.
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Hayden Panettiere, an actor, died at the age of 36.
Fans and Hollywood figures have shared tributes for her.
Hurricane Lala hit Hawaii with strong winds and heavy rain.
The hurricane caused significant damage on the islands.
The article combines news about Panettiere’s death and the hurricane’s impact.
The coverage is part of the CBS News Eye Opener segment.
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A woman was attacked by a brown bear while running on a trail in Anchorage, Alaska. She used bear spray to stop the bear and got help, then was taken to a hospital for treatment.
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The attack happened near the Prospect Heights trailhead on the Wolverine Bowl Trail.
The woman was alone when the bear attacked her.
She used bear spray to scare the bear away and escaped to safety.
Officials put warning signs at the trailhead after the attack.
Alaska has many bears, with about one bear per square mile in southern parts.
Officials advise hikers to carry bear spray and stay on open trails with good visibility.
Several bear attacks have occurred recently in Alaska, including one involving soldiers.
Most bear attacks in Alaska (about 96%) are caused by brown bears.
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Brendan O'Carroll, the creator and star of the TV show Mrs Brown's Boys, has canceled the planned 2026 Christmas and New Year specials because he broke his jaw and needs surgery. He hopes to bring the show back in 2027 and apologized to fans for the delay.
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Brendan O'Carroll, 70, fractured his jaw in two places and requires immediate surgery.
The 2026 Mrs Brown's Boys Christmas and New Year specials will not be filmed.
O'Carroll announced the cancellation on Instagram and explained the medical reason.
He plans to return with the show in 2027 after recovery.
Shows scheduled in Dublin and Killarney have also been postponed until 2027.
Mrs Brown's Boys is a popular comedy series that began airing in 2011.
The show is filmed at BBC Scotland studios in Glasgow.
The BBC and the production company are supporting O'Carroll and working on future plans.
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Jason Arday, a Black professor at Cambridge University, died after facing harsh public criticism and accusations of plagiarism. Investigations found no clear evidence of plagiarism, and many believe the attacks on him were influenced by racism and opposition to diversity efforts.
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Jason Arday was the youngest Black scholar appointed as a professor at Cambridge University.
He was found unresponsive at his London home on August 14 after resigning due to plagiarism accusations.
The accusations led to intense media and online scrutiny, including personal attacks on his speech and work.
Two investigations looked into the plagiarism claims; one found no evidence, and the other was ongoing.
Critics of Arday included both right-wing media and some left-wing commentators.
The attacks on Arday were seen as part of a broader backlash against diversity and inclusion initiatives in academia.
Nathan Cofnas, who has previously made controversial claims about race and intelligence, played a key role in targeting Arday.
Cofnas was dismissed from Cambridge earlier in 2024 for racist statements but still influenced the campaign against Arday.
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The June 17 Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the United States and Iran expired after 60 days without reaching a lasting peace deal. Disagreements over control of the Strait of Hormuz and continuing military actions in the region caused the MoU to fail, leading to renewed attacks and military strikes.
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The MoU was signed on June 17 between President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.
It aimed to pause fighting and start peace talks lasting 60 days.
The agreement included a ceasefire on all fronts, including Lebanon and Gaza.
The US agreed to end its naval blockade and remove forces after a final deal.
The US promised to lift sanctions, deal with frozen Iranian funds, and allow oil exports.
Iran pledged to clear mines and allow free passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
Key issues included unclear terms about who controls shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
Ongoing Israeli strikes in Lebanon and Gaza also complicated the ceasefire.
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Jason Arday, a professor at the University of Cambridge, was found dead after resigning amid plagiarism allegations. A fundraiser has raised over £150,000 to support his family, and public figures have spoken out about racism and press treatment related to the case.
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Jason Arday resigned from his professor role at Cambridge following plagiarism claims.
He was found dead the week after his resignation.
A vigil will be held in London at Trafalgar Square to honor him.
Sir Patrick Vernon started a GoFundMe page, raising more than £150,000 for Arday’s family.
Cambridge’s chancellor described media coverage as a “racist feeding frenzy.”
Public figures have criticized the press and questioned race relations in Britain.
Cambridge University said it will investigate Arday’s appointment but will wait due to the family’s grief.
Downing Street did not comment on a possible official inquiry into Arday’s death.
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A former Ukrainian submarine commander, Robert Shaheiev, who joined Russia after surrendering Ukraine's only submarine in 2014, was reportedly killed in an explosion in Sevastopol, Crimea. His death happened amid ongoing attacks between Russia and Ukraine, which have caused multiple casualties on both sides.
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Robert Shaheiev was the commander of Ukraine’s only submarine, Zaporizhzhia, before defecting to Russia in 2014.
He surrendered the submarine to Russian forces during Russia’s seizure of Crimea and then joined Russia’s Black Sea Fleet.
Shaheiev was reportedly killed by a bomb hidden in a backpack that exploded in Sevastopol on August 13.
Russia’s Federal Security Service confirmed a serviceman died in the blast but did not name him; they also detained a Russian woman accused of acting on Ukrainian intelligence’s orders.
Shaheiev was charged by Ukraine with desertion and treason.
His defection led to his role as a deputy commander in a Russian submarine brigade.
Around the same time, Ukraine and Russia exchanged missile and drone strikes that killed and wounded civilians and targeted military and economic sites.
Ukrainian forces attacked a large warehouse near Moscow belonging to the Russian online retailer Wildberries, accusing it of supporting Russia’s military effort.
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An American tourist died after being hit by lightning while hiking on Mount Etna in Sicily. The man was in a part of the volcano that was closed to visitors because of ongoing volcanic activity.
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The tourist was 29 years old and from Kansas, USA.
He was struck by lightning above the tree line on Mount Etna.
Rescue teams airlifted him by helicopter, but he died shortly after.
Large parts of Mount Etna are closed to hikers due to volcanic danger.
The volcano caused the closure of Catania airport for most of the previous week.
More people have died from lightning strikes on Mount Etna than from the volcano itself in recent decades.
The last volcanic eruption deaths on Mount Etna were in 1987.
Mount Etna is Europe’s most active volcano.
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A large wildfire in Belgium near the German border continues to burn despite recent rain, with firefighters from several countries assisting efforts. In Greece, authorities are investigating a deadly wildfire on the island of Salamina that caused deaths and injuries, while also dealing with new smaller fires near Athens.
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Belgium is experiencing one of its largest wildfires ever in the eastern High Fens region.
The fire has burned about 30 square kilometers (12 square miles) of forest and is moving toward Germany.
Rain and cooler weather helped firefighters but did not fully control the fire.
Firefighters and aircraft from Norway, Sweden, Germany, and the Netherlands are helping in Belgium.
Hundreds of people near the wildfire in Belgium were ordered to evacuate as a precaution.
In Greece, a wildfire on the island of Salamina killed two people and injured nine.
Greek investigators are looking into the cause of the deadly fire on Salamina.
New wildfires also appeared near the main airport close to Athens, Greece's capital.
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Hayden Panettiere, a well-known actress, died at 36 years old. She became famous as a child star and starred in popular shows like Heroes and Nashville, but she also faced many personal struggles during her life.
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Hayden Panettiere started acting as a baby, appearing in commercials at 11 months old.
She acted in TV soap operas as a young child and became well-known for her roles in movies and TV shows.
Panettiere was nominated for a Grammy Award for a children's read-along album.
She suffered a back injury while filming a movie about a zebra, which still causes her pain years later.
Her role in the TV show Heroes made her very famous at age 16.
During her career, she experienced harsh treatment from paparazzi and struggled with body image issues.
She was introduced to drugs early in her career, which contributed to later addiction problems.
Panettiere faced sexual harassment in Hollywood while dating a co-star.
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President Donald Trump has directed the US military to reduce joint training exercises with South Korea. He mentioned his positive relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and South Korea's refusal to support the US in a conflict with Iran as reasons for this decision.
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President Donald Trump ordered the US military to scale back joint drills with South Korea.
He referred to his good relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
South Korea declined to join the US in a war against Iran.
The decision affects military cooperation between the US and South Korea.
Analysts believe President Trump may be seeking a scapegoat as the conflict in Iran continues.
Joint military exercises between the US and South Korea have been a long-standing practice.
The move could affect security dynamics in the region.
No details were given about how much the exercises will be reduced.
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Hurricane Lala caused severe flooding and damage in Hawaii, washing away roads and bridges and leaving hundreds of thousands of people without power. The storm weakened to a tropical storm but caused heavy rain, mudslides, and power outages that are still being repaired.
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Hurricane Lala hit Hawaii with heavy rain and hurricane-force winds, then became a tropical storm as it moved west.
The northern coast of Hawaii Island received up to 42.69 inches of rain, with over 31 inches falling in 24 hours.
At least 100 homes were damaged or destroyed, and multiple islands suffered major infrastructure damage.
Floodwaters washed away roads and caused mudslides and flooding that trapped some residents.
About 178,400 customers remain without electricity across Hawaii, with the hardest hit on Oahu and Hawaii Island.
Restoration crews are working on major power lines but face challenges like flooding and unstable ground.
Emergency agencies warn of ongoing dangers from debris, contaminated water, and downed power lines.
Officials are investigating deaths during the storm to see if they were caused by Hurricane Lala.
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Russia has attacked Ukraine’s Naftogaz energy facilities 13 times in one week, causing serious damage. These strikes are part of a larger campaign to disrupt Ukraine’s power and utilities during winter. Both countries continue to use long-range drones and missiles in the ongoing conflict.
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Russia struck Ukrainian energy facilities 13 times in a week and nearly 300 times since the start of 2026.
The attacks damaged equipment and reduced energy production, but no workers were injured.
Russia aims to weaken Ukraine by cutting off electricity, heating, and water during winter.
Both Russia and Ukraine are using more drones and long-range weapons in their fighting.
Ukrainian attacks killed seven people in Russia, while Russian strikes killed four civilians in Ukraine recently.
Ukraine has increased its own military production and launched over 800 drones at Russia on one day.
Russian forces have also hit homes, schools, and hospitals in Ukraine, killing nearly 17,000 civilians since the war began.
Ukraine is developing its own ballistic missiles and air defenses to counter Russian attacks.
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Heavy rains caused deadly landslides and flooding in southern South Korea and the Philippines. One person died and several were injured in South Korea, while flooding in the Philippines disrupted daily life and forced school closures.
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One person died in a landslide in Geoje, South Korea.
Four others were injured in South Korea due to heavy rains.
About 390 people were evacuated, and around 3,580 homes lost power in South Korea.
In the Philippines, heavy monsoon rains flooded major streets in Manila and nearby provinces.
The Philippine government suspended work and canceled classes starting at noon due to flooding.
Schools in the Philippines were asked to switch to online learning because of the weather.
Recent rains and a storm in the Philippines killed at least 23 people and affected about 5 million people.
Nearly 25,000 people remain in emergency shelters in some northern provinces of the Philippines.
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A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake hit Flores island in Indonesia, killing at least 68 people and injuring over 200. Thousands remain without aid, with many homes destroyed and rescue efforts ongoing.
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The earthquake struck East Nusa Tenggara province, especially Flores island, on Saturday morning.
At least 68 people died, more than 200 were injured, and about 1,300 homes were damaged or destroyed.
Nearly 5,000 people have moved into temporary shelters due to unsafe conditions.
A 14-day state of emergency was declared by the provincial governor.
Over 1,500 military and police personnel are involved in rescue and aid efforts, supported by aircraft distributing 275 tons of relief supplies.
Aftershocks continue, with more than 1,500 recorded, but few are strongly felt.
Emergency hospitals were set up after local medical centers were damaged.
Roads were blocked by landslides, delaying aid to isolated communities, including remote Palue Island.
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