THE REGISTER
started an orderly wind-down of operations, effective immediately — CBS News
Spirit Airlines shuts down overnight, leaving passengers stranded at gates across the United States.
On the same morning, a 23-1 Derby longshot drew four outlets; a California marine heatwave warning of a stormy summer ran in one.
Today's stories
More from today's coverage, told in the same calm voice.
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Golden Tempo wins Derby, DeVaux makes history
Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner after Golden Tempo crossed the finish line at 23-1 odds on Saturday at Churchill Downs. The result marks a notable shift in a sport where women have long been underrepresented in top training roles. DeVaux's win places her name in the record books alongside the race's 150-year history.
"Golden Tempo has won the Kentucky Derby to make Cherie DeVaux the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown."
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Spirit Airlines closes after rescue talks fail
Spirit Airlines has begun winding down operations immediately, cancelling all flights and leaving thousands of passengers stranded. The airline's parent company, Spirit Aviation Holdings, said it had exhausted efforts to secure a government rescue deal. Around 7,500 employees will lose their jobs. Affected passengers were advised to seek alternative travel arrangements at their own expense.
"Spirit Aviation Holdings regretfully announced that it had started an orderly wind-down of operations, effective immediately."
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US Strike on Iran Raises Costs at Home
The US military campaign against Iran has pushed oil prices higher, feeding through to fuel and grocery costs for American consumers. The conflict has also given rival powers a detailed view of US weapons capabilities and operational patterns. President Trump faces a domestic political calculation as the economic effects become visible ahead of November midterm elections.
"The conflict gives US rivals a real-time look at its firepower — and its limits."
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Trump warns Iran of further strikes if talks fail
President Trump said renewed military strikes on Iran remain a possibility if the country does not comply with ongoing nuclear negotiations. The warning follows recent US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities and comes as diplomats continue indirect talks. Iran's government and population face sustained pressure, while neighbouring states watch the outcome closely.
"Renewed attacks are 'a possibility' if Iran misbehaves, Trump said."
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US Plans Deeper Troop Cuts in Germany
The German government has acknowledged that a US troop withdrawal is now 'foreseeable', after President Trump indicated reductions would go well beyond an initial 5,000-soldier figure. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has been coordinating the drawdown, which raises questions about NATO's eastern flank commitments. Germany and other alliance members are reassessing their own defence spending and readiness in response.
"We're going to cut way down, and we're cutting a lot further than 5,000."
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US warns shipping firms over Iran port fees
The United States has told maritime companies they face sanctions if they pay tolls to Iran for passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The warning covers any vessel calling at Iranian ports and invokes multiple existing sanctions authorities. The US Navy is enforcing the blockade in the strait, putting global shipping firms in a difficult position between compliance costs and legal exposure.
"Maritime industry participants involved with vessels calling at Iranian ports face significant sanctions risk under multiple sanctions authorities targeting Iran's shipping sector and ports."
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California to let officers ticket driverless cars
California's legislature has passed a law allowing traffic officers to issue citations directly to autonomous vehicles operating without a human driver present. The law takes effect in 2026 and applies to robotaxi operators including Tesla's Cybercab. Companies will be held responsible for fines tied to their vehicles. The move closes a gap that previously left officers with no clear enforcement mechanism when a driverless car committed a traffic violation.
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Taiwan president visits sole African ally Eswatini
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te traveled to Eswatini, Taiwan's only remaining ally on the African continent, days after a planned transit stop was cancelled under what Taiwan attributed to Chinese pressure. Beijing responded by describing the visit as a 'stowaway-style escape farce,' reiterating its position that Taiwan has no standing to conduct state-to-state relations. The visit underlines the narrowing diplomatic space Taiwan faces as China continues to press its territorial claim.
"China described the visit as a 'stowaway-style escape farce.'"
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Stranded Humpback Whale Released Despite Expert Doubts
A humpback whale known as Timmy, which had been stranded in shallow waters off the German North Sea coast for several weeks, was released by rescue teams in 2025. The International Whaling Commission had advised against the attempt, noting the animal appeared severely compromised and was unlikely to survive. Rescuers proceeded regardless, and the whale's longer-term fate remains uncertain.
"The rescue attempt was criticised as inadvisable because the whale appeared to be severely compromised and was unlikely to survive after its release."
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Appeals Court Restricts Mailed Abortion Pill Access
A federal appeals court has ordered nationwide restrictions on mifepristone, a medication used for both abortion and miscarriage care. The ruling limits access through mail and telehealth services. Abortion providers and patients have asked the Supreme Court to intervene and restore the previous access arrangements while legal proceedings continue.
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