WorldFlash floods triggered by the collapse of a Himalayan glacier tore through the Nepal-Tibet border area, killing more than 600 people. Rescue crews are racing to locate survivors among an estimated 2,500 missing as fears grow of another flood.
WorldSurvivors describe the devastation after a glacier collapse on Wednesday sent a massive torrent of rock, ice, mud and debris through Himalayan river systems. Nepal’s disaster agency said on Saturday that the death toll had risen to 669, while nearly 3,000 people were missing.
PoliticsCNN Chief Data Analyst Harry Enten examines the numbers behind Trump’s low approval rating and its potential effect on Republican midterm prospects, Americans’ rejection of “Lake America,” views of the trade war with Canada, and sour public opinion of AI. He also compares Zohran Mamdani’s favorability with Trump’s and assesses Trump’s grip on the GOP.
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CultureNashville's Grand Ole Opry is set to honor Dolly Parton in a star-studded tribute. The beloved country singer was also known for humanitarian work, including her Imagination Library charity's efforts to promote literacy among young readers. Dollywood Foundation president Jeff Conyers reflected on her generosity.
WorldMark Meredith reports on the Trump administration’s push for tough sanctions on Iran at the G20 summit, while Charlie Hurt traces the secret “dark” tanker routes Iran uses to bypass oil export limits.
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PoliticsWashington has announced a deal giving it majority control of much of Venezuela’s oil reserves. The move follows the US military’s January capture and detention of President Nicolas Maduro and Donald Trump’s statement that the US would run the reserves, placing Venezuela’s vast oil resources at the centre of US policy and prompting questions about why they matter to Washington.
SportsThe NCAA president has weighed in as NFL players seek to return to college. With the new season beginning, the NFL says players who leave the league for college will not be permitted to return to the NFL this season.
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SocietyThousands of people in Paris sleep rough under bridges, in tents and makeshift camps, seeking protection from violence as well as summer heatwaves and severe storms. Authorities repeatedly clear some sites, which then reappear elsewhere, while government cuts to permanent emergency-shelter funding fuel accusations from aid groups that the French state is failing in its duty.
WorldUkrainian officials said Saturday that at least 37 people were killed in a Russian strike near Kyiv. It was described as one of the deadliest attacks to hit Ukraine this year.
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WorldSix months into the war, Iran’s leadership has consolidated around hard-line military generals and clerics deeply rooted in the ruling theocracy. They are preparing for a potentially prolonged confrontation with the United States and seeking to prevent unrest at home. That contrasts sharply with Donald Trump’s initial hopes of toppling the Islamic Republic and later claims that regime change had elevated more compromising officials.
World2:40Nearly 3,000 people were still missing Saturday and 682 deaths had been confirmed after flash floods and landslides struck the Nepal-Tibet border. Rescuers face added danger from an upstream lake formed by the floods that could burst its banks.
SocietyThe American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis, and the Big Ten college conference is taking part in the “We Give Blood” drive to encourage donations and increase the country’s blood supply.
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SocietyAnimal welfare groups welcomed new guidelines for shelters, saying they offer a blueprint and set common standards. They warned, however, that limited manpower and funding could make some measures difficult to implement.
CultureThe broadcast features Charles Manson’s granddaughter discussing what it means to be related to the cult leader, luxury dorm-room decor spreading across college campuses, and country music legend Dolly Parton reaching the top of the charts.
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PoliticsThe co-hosts of 'Fox & Friends Weekend' discuss President Donald Trump's announcement of a major oil deal with Venezuela, describing it as hugely significant.
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SocietyThe program recounts the story of brothers Steven and Cary Stayner, portraying their tale as one of horror and heroism.
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PoliticsIcelanders voted on whether to reopen membership talks with the European Union, as the island’s voters remained evenly divided over the issue.
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SocietySingapore is planning a new generation of mega projects that could reshape its coastline and offshore islands for decades. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong outlined plans at the National Day Rally to create land for future needs, while Caitlin Ng examines what construction would require and what could be at stake.
TechHybrids are returning to prominence as slower EV adoption and continued demand for combustion engines reshape the auto industry. Audi, Lamborghini, Ferrari and Bugatti are using electric motors to enhance performance while retaining the engine sound and driving feel that buyers still want.
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CultureContent creator Macy Gilliam spent about $2,000 and 90 hours over four months making a sweater from scratch, beginning with wool from a sheep at New York City’s Queens County Farm Museum. The project deepened her appreciation for clothing labor and prompted questions about transparency, quality and ethics in fashion supply chains.
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TechMeta has settled a series of multistate lawsuits alleging social media addiction, agreeing to pay as much as $17 billion. The company will also introduce changes across its social media apps, including Instagram and Facebook.
SocietyBear experts and state wildlife agencies say bears are interacting with people more often across the United States after the driest winter in memory destroyed about 90% of their diet, pushing them into towns.
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EconomyFederal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh says the central bank may have to act if inflation fails to cool. The war in Iran led by President Trump has reached its six-month mark, while his tariff dispute with Canada is contributing to higher prices on both sides of the border.
SocietyA group was again seen emerging from a sewer, this time on Long Island, marking the third such incident in recent weeks.
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