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CNN meteorologist Derek Van Dam reports on Tropical Storm Ernesto as it strengthens and approaches Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

See the forecast for Tropical Storm Ernesto

Tropical Storm Ernesto is racing toward Puerto Rico with heavy rainfall, gusty winds and dangerous surf.

Tropical Storm Ernesto is headed for Puerto Rico. Here’s where it could go next

The Independent

 Tropical Storm Ernesto is set to bring nearly a foot of rain and heavy winds to Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands on Tuesday.The system, which will likely strengthen into a hurricane overnight, was just 175 miles away from the Puerto Rican coast as of 2 pm on Tuesday. The storm is set to bring 65 mph winds and up to three feet of storm surge, according to the National Weather Service.After passing by Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands in the evening, Ernesto will likely strengthen into a Category 1 hurricane over the open Atlantic before hitting Bermuda...

Tropical Storm Ernesto to bring flooding, rainfall and gusty winds to Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands; Bermuda on alert for impact

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Tropical Storm Ernesto is intensifying as it moves across the northern Leeward Islands, toward the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. Why it matters: Puerto Rico's electrical grid is still highly vulnerable to high winds and heavy rains, despite extensive rebuilding projects since 2017's devastating Hurricane Maria. Zoom in: Ernesto is...

Tropical Storm Ernesto intensifies as it nears Puerto Rico

The US Sun

A DAD-OF-FIVE died after mistakenly pouring washing detergent on a bowl of cornflakes instead of milk, an inquest has heard. Tom McDonald was rushed to St Vincent’s University Hospital (SVUH) in Dublin on March 9, 2023, after his daughter realised he had accidentally poisoned himself. “It was so quick – he was perfectly well and […]

Dad-of-five with dementia died after accidentally pouring washing detergent on his cornflakes instead of milk

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s interview with CBS Sunday Morning has already caused controversy for a number of different reasons. And now the Duchess of Sussex has come under fire for her alleged behavior backstage!
According to reports, roy...

Meghan Markle Was Reportedly 'Screaming' Backstage After CBS Interview Over Unexpected Question Asked: 'She Had A Meltdown'

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A tropical depression moving into the Gulf of Mexico is growing better organized, forecasters said Saturday, and is likely to bring drenching rain and coastal flooding to much of Florida's Gulf Coast

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CBS News

A pair of polar bears attacked and killed a worker at a remote government radar site in the Canadian Arctic, the facility's operator said, marking at least the second fatal polar bear attack since last year.The attack took place Thursday at the outpost on Brevoort Island, in Canada's far northeastern Nunavut territory, said Nasittuq Corporation, the logistics company contracted to operate the site."An attack by two polar bears has resulted in the loss of one of our valued employees," the company said Friday. "Nasittuq employees responded to the scene and one of the animals was put down."The site is one...

Polar bears kill worker at remote radar site in Canadian Arctic

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It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

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A black bear mauled and injured a 3-year-old girl in a tent at a private campground in Montana just north of Yellowstone National Park over the weekend, state wildlife officials said.The girl was attacked at about 10 p.m. Sunday at a campground south of Red Lodge and taken to the hospital in Billings. Fish, Wildlife and Parks didn't have any information on her condition on Tuesday, game warden Randy Hutzenbiler said.The campground was evacuated and traps were placed in the area. A bear believed to have been involved was captured and euthanized on Monday afternoon, Hutzenbiler said. "FWP believes it...

Bear attacks and injures 3-year-old in tent at Montana campground

Fresh evacuation orders have been issued in Greece as the country battles the remains of a major wildfire near the capital of Athens. At least one person has been killed and 66 others injured since the blaze broke out on Sunday and the situation could worsen with winds expected to pick up throughout Tuesday. Jessica Parker with our partners at BBC News is following the latest from Greece.

Crews in Greece working to contain deadly wildfires

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Colleton County, SC

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

A man who drove his car off a steep 20-foot embankment at the edge of a parking lot in Death Valley National Park died of heat exposure later that day, the National Park Service said Monday. It was the second heat-related death this year in the park known for scorching summer temperatures.According to the park service, bystanders saw Peter Hayes Robino, 57, of Duarte, in Los Angeles County, stumble when he got back to the Natural Bridge Trailhead after a one-mile roundtrip on August 1.The bystanders offered to help Robino but he turned them down. They said his responses didn't make sense.Robino...

Man drives off embankment, dies of heat exposure in Death Valley National Park

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According to cruise industry reports, the world's largest cruise ship is sailing well above 100% capacity, thanks to more beds being filled on recent sailings. Royal Caribbean’s newest flagship, the Icon of the Seas, is proving to be an unprecedented success, with occupancy rates far exceeding expectations.

The Largest Cruise Ship in the World is Sailing at 132% Capacity: How This is Even Possible

Port Richey, FL

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Florida’s buffet lovers are in for a shocker as the popular Royal Sushi Buffet & Hibachi in Port Richey has been temporarily shut down following a state inspection. This isn’t the first time the eatery has faced such trouble, but the recent closure has sparked quite a buzz among its loyal patrons and food enthusiasts alike.

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Minnesota State

Minneapolis, MN

Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota has won her Democratic primary, handily defeating challenger Don Samuels, The Associated Press projected Tuesday night. She is the latest "Squad" member to face a primary following the high-profile defeats of Reps. Jamaal Bowman of New York and Cori Bush of Missouri. For the second...

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San Francisco, CA

San Francisco is offering up to six months of free rent for businesses to move into empty storefronts downtown that lost tenants during the pandemic. Sarah Dennis Phillips, the executive director for San Francisco's Office of Economic and Workforce Development, joins CBS News with more program details.

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Calexico, CA

NewsNation

A California couple is accused of smuggling two Mexican children across the border by passing them off as their own.

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Trump campaign claims it was hacked in foreign attack; As Paris Olympic Games conclude, Team USA finishes with highest overall medal count.

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Denver, CO

CBS Denver

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for Northeastern Colorado through 1 AM Wednesday morning.    Primary threats include wind gusts to 70 MPH, isolated very large hail events to 2" in diameter and a tornado or two.Portions of Adams, Arapahoe, Cheyenne, Elbert, Kit Carson, Lincoln, Logan, Morgan, Phillips, Sedgwick, Washington and Weld Counties are included.   A flood watch will remain in effect until 11 PM Tuesday night as thunderstorms with heavy rain can produce 1-2" in as little as 30-45 minutes. The Palmer Divide including Douglas and Elbert Counties are included.Once again on Tuesday, monsoon moisture is in place. This is bringing abnormally moist air across the Front Range. Storm motion improves a bit Tuesday afternoon, but storms are still slow moving in general (10-20MPH). The burn scars are at greatest risk including the Alexander Mountain, Stone Canyon and Quarry.    


Severe Thunderstorm, Flood Watch active across portions of Colorado

Tropical Storm Ernesto is gaining strength as it heads toward Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. CBS Philadelphia meteorologist Bill Kelly takes a look at the forecast.

Tropical Storm Ernesto threatening Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands

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