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a B-52 Stratofortress jet carrying eight people crashed — CBS News
A B-52 carrying eight people crashed in Kern County as a preliminary US–Iran deal moved markets before its text was released.
Eight dead in California's high desert, a diplomatic announcement without a public document, and the morning's sharpest human costs covered by one outlet each.
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More from today's coverage, told in the same calm voice.
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US and Iran Near Nuclear Verification Agreement
Vice President Vance indicated a US-Iran deal could be announced before Friday, with the central commitment being a verifiable end to Iranian nuclear weapons development. Terms remain unclear to Congress and the public. The agreement follows months of regional conflict that has killed tens of thousands across Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran, including civilians and children. Oil markets and Israeli military posture are both watching the outcome closely.
"They're going to have a verifiable commitment to not building a nuclear weapon."
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Measles Exposure Reported at SFO Before World Cup
Health officials have identified a measles case linked to San Francisco International Airport in the days before the 2026 World Cup begins. Authorities are warning people who passed through SFO and several San Jose locations during specific windows that they may have been exposed. Measles spreads easily in crowded transit hubs, and officials are advising unvaccinated individuals to monitor for symptoms and seek medical advice.
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White House UFC Fight Night Remains a One-Off
The Trump administration hosted a UFC event at the White House but has not committed to making it a recurring fixture. Organizers and fans who anticipated a series of presidential fight nights are left without confirmation of future events. The administration has not publicly explained its position on follow-up events.
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US-Iran Preliminary Deal Lifts Tech Stocks
President Trump announced a preliminary electronically signed agreement with Iran aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, though the full text has not been made public. The announcement was enough to move markets, with tech and chip stocks including Nvidia, Micron, Sandisk, and SoftBank rising on the news. Investors appear to be pricing in reduced geopolitical risk, though the deal's terms and durability remain unclear until the complete document is released.
"The full text has yet to be released."
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B-52 Crash at Edwards Kills All Eight Crew
A B-52 Stratofortress carrying eight crew members crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in Kern County, California. Air Force officials held a press conference Monday and described the crash as unsurvivable. The aircraft was on a test mission at the time. All eight people aboard are believed dead.
"The crash was deemed unsurvivable."
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DOJ Opens Investigation Into California Governor Newsom
California Governor Gavin Newsom says the Department of Justice has opened an investigation into him and his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom. Newsom described the move as politically motivated, linking it to prior public statements by President Trump calling for his arrest. No charges have been filed, and the scope of the investigation has not been officially confirmed by federal authorities.
"After calling for my arrest last year, Donald Trump directed his Department of Justice to investigate me, and just in the last week I've learned that his campaign has reached my own home."
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Bank of Japan raises rates to 30-year high
The Bank of Japan has lifted its benchmark interest rate to its highest level since 1995, acting despite the yen remaining near historic lows against major currencies. The move signals the central bank's continued withdrawal from its long-standing ultra-loose monetary policy. Policymakers appear willing to accept currency weakness as a short-term cost of normalising rates after decades of near-zero settings.
"The yen languishes at historic lows even as the Bank of Japan pushes rates to levels unseen since 1995."
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Bonnie Tyler recovering after emergency surgery in Portugal
Singer Bonnie Tyler, 75, has come out of a coma following emergency surgery at a hospital in Faro, Portugal, though her management describes her as still very unwell. Her medical team expects a full recovery but says the process will take considerable time. Summer concert bookings have been cancelled as a result.
"Her doctors remain confident that she will make a good recovery but it is going to take time."
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G7 Leaders Meet in France Amid Ceasefire Diplomacy
Heads of state from the G7 nations gathered in France for summit talks focused on Ukraine and the Middle East. The meeting follows President Trump's announcement of an agreement to end U.S. military action against Iran. Leaders are expected to coordinate positions on reconstruction, sanctions, and ongoing negotiations affecting both regions.
"The talks come on the heels of President Trump's announcement of an agreement to end the U.S. war against Iran."
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DRC Ebola Outbreak Kills 140 in Ituri Province
The Democratic Republic of Congo has recorded its highest single-day case count since a Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak began one month ago in Ituri province. At least 140 people have died, including five health workers, with more healthcare staff infected. Medical director Dr Richard Lukodu is managing treatment efforts while also working to counter misinformation that has led to violence against treatment centres, complicating an already fragile response.
"Community trust is as urgent as medical care when misinformation is costing lives alongside the virus itself."
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