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Dutch prime minister resigns after coalition divided over migration collapses
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte negotiated for months over a package of measures to reduce the flow of new migrants arriving in the country of nearly 18 million people. Source
Surfers face “chaotic” waves and storm surge in hurricane season
With summer and the Atlantic hurricane season in full swing, surfers navigate thrills, threats and even deadly weather conditions. Source
Extremely overdue book returned to Massachusetts library 119 years later
A Massachusetts library is celebrating the return of a book more than a century after it was last checked out. Source
U.S. to provide Ukraine with controversial cluster munitions
The Biden administration announced Friday that the U.S. will provide Ukraine with cluster munitions in its latest $800 million military aid package. Cluster munitions, which break up in mid-air into smaller explosives as they approach their target, are banned by more than 120 countries. Charlie D’Agata has details. Source
Crews struggle to put out a deadly cargo ship fire in New Jersey
Officials say the fire aboard a cargo ship in New Jersey will likely continue to burn for days. Crews at the scene are having trouble putting out the flames, and two firefighters already died. CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett has the latest from Newark. Source
The best ways to stay safe from mosquito-borne illnesses, according to a doctor
The CDC has confirmed two new malaria cases in Florida, for a total of six in the state, as well as one case in Texas. Officials also say at least two mosquitoes in Michigan have tested positive for EEE, a deadly virus that has a 33% mortality rate. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca has more on the rise of mosquito-borne illnesses, and Dr. Rajiv Chowdhury, chair of the Department of Global Health at Florida International University, joins CBS News to discuss how people can protect themselves. Source
Recall issued for popular children’s bike over handlebar issue
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled more than 84,000 Woom Original bikes over a possible issue in which the handlebar can become detached. Source
3 ways to pay for your summer home projects
Still want to complete home improvements this summer? Here are three lending options to consider now. Source
Texas uses green energy to keep power on during heat wave
Millions of Americans are still feeling the heat. At least 33 states saw temperatures reach 90 degrees Fahrenheit on Friday, and it’s a trend scientists say will likely continue. Texas Tribune energy reporter Emily Foxhall joins CBS News to discuss how the Lone Star State’s power grid is keeping up with demand. Source