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10/31: The Daily Report
Lindsey Reiser reports on two judges ruling on SNAP as the benefits are about to lapse and a "potential terrorist attack" thwarted in Michigan.
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10/31: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Government shutdown reaches Day 31; New book details what went wrong with globalization and needs changing.
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10/31: CBS Evening News Plus
Food banks stretched thin amid government shutdown; Reporter's Notebook: John Dickerson on why he went into journalism
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High schoolers spark good-natured Halloween prank war with local police
The Heflin Police Department decided to join the fun after students from Cleburne County High School toilet papered homes and businesses.
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Reporter's Notebook: John Dickerson on why he went into journalism
For the last broadcast of "Evening News Plus," co-anchor John Dickerson discusses why he went into journalism.
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Behind the underwater sculpture park transforming concrete into a coral reef
According to a recent report, the world has reached its first climate change tipping point. Scientists point to the widespread bleaching of coral reefs due to rising ocean temperatures. Cristian Benavides reports on the Reefline, a manmade art installa...
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Survivor of Sudanese rebel attack describes "unimaginable" suffering, harrowing escape
Shaken, scratched and left with just the clothes he is wearing, Ezzeldin Hassan Musa describes the brutality of Sudan's Rapid Support Forces in the wake of the paramilitary group taking control of el-Fasher city in the Darfur region. He says its fighte...
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Breaking down Trump administration's lowered cap on refugees
The Trump administration announced it would set the lowest refugee admissions cap in U.S. history, allocating just 7,500 spots for this fiscal year, mostly for Afrikaners who it has claimed are facing racial discrimination in South Africa for being Whi...
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Food banks stretched thin amid government shutdown
A pair of federal judges ruled that the Trump administration must tap into a contingency fund to continue making payments for SNAP, which was set to have its funding expire. Still, some food banks are already struggling to keep up with demand. Kati Wei...
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Officers get even after high schoolers toilet paper police headquarters
High schoolers in Heflin, Alabama, unknowingly launched a friendly war with the local police department after making the mistake of toilet papering their headquarters. Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" for the story.
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As Halloween displays get more elaborate, are they too scary for young kids?
Some parents worry today's lavish Halloween decorations have become too haunting and scary for kids. Mark Strassmann reports.
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Doctor explains new study on COVID-19 during pregnancy and autism
A new study finds that children born to mothers infected with COVID-19 during pregnancy have an elevated risk of autism and other developmental disorders. Dr. Celine Gounder joins to break it down.
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FBI says potential terrorist attack thwarted in Michigan
FBI Director Kash Patel says his agency has prevented a potential terrorist attack in Michigan that was planned for Halloween weekend. Scott MacFarlane has details.
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Trump administration ordered to pay SNAP benefits during shutdown
The shutdown is about to hit millions of people who depend on government programs to feed their families, pay for health insurance and send their kids to preschool. A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to keep money flowing to SNAP, the foo...
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Air traffic controller shortage causing flight delays amid shutdown
At least 11 airports around the country are facing delays due to air traffic control staffing shortages linked to the government shutdown. Nicole Valdes reports from Nashville International Airport, where frustration is growing.
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Achilles International helps athletes with disabilities compete in New York City Marathon
On Sunday, more than 50,000 people from all over the world will lace up for the New York City Marathon. From amateurs to seasoned marathoners, these athletes will test their minds and bodies over 26.2 miles. Emily Glasser, president and CEO of Achilles...
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American toymaker says Trump tariffs on China have been "a real rollercoaster"
President Trump has agreed to lower tariffs on all Chinese imports to 47%. While that may be good news for some Americans, it's still a relatively high levy for those who rely on manufacturing in China. Elenor Mak, an American toymaker, joins "The Dail...
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President Trump sits down with 60 Minutes
President Trump's interview with Norah O'Donnell airs Sunday, Nov. 2, on 60 Minutes.
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The cost of globalization, according to journalist David J. Lynch
Globalization delivered cheap goods, but at what cost to American workers? Author David J. Lynch joins "The Takeout" to discuss his new book, "The World's Worst Bet."
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Could Democrats win big in November 2025 elections?
The chair of the Democratic National Committee says he's confident Democrats will win the gubernatorial races in New Jersey and Virginia on Tuesday. Political strategists Joel Payne and Kevin Sheridan join "The Takeout" to weigh in ahead of Election Day.
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Trump must use emergency funds for SNAP, judges rule
Two judges ruled that the Trump administration must use emergency funds to pay for food assistance. CBS News' Jessica Levinson and Willie James Inman have more.
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Breaking down the elections in New York, New Jersey, Virginia and California
Election Day may be just days away, but voters in New York City, New Jersey, Virginia and California have already hit the polls for early voting. CBS News' Jared Ochacher, NJ.com political reporter Brent Johnson and WTOP political reporter John Domen j...
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Easterseals CEO warns of "existential crisis" if SNAP funding runs out
As the government shutdown drags on, life becomes more uncertain for the nearly 42 million Americans who rely on SNAP benefits. Kendra Davenport, president and CEO of the nonprofit Easterseals, joins "The Takeout" to discuss the potential impacts if fu...
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Government shutdown reaches Day 31 with SNAP recipients fearful of what comes next
Two judges on Friday in separate cases ruled that the Trump administration must continue to fund SNAP. It remains unclear whether this means millions of Americans will receive their food on Saturday, or if it is just the beginning of a legal battle. CB...
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Food bank executive says they're "very much" feeling strain from shutdown
Two federal judges on Friday in separate cases ruled that the Trump administration must continue paying some SNAP benefits during the government shutdown. Mike Altfest, director of community engagement at the Alameda County Community Food Bank in North...
4h ago
Supplements sold at Sam's Club linked to salmonella outbreak
At least 11 people have contracted salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
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Trump says Christians face threats in Nigeria, opens door for sanctions
President Trump​ announced he would designate Nigeria "a country of particular concern" as it relates to religious freedom, a move that had been pushed by some U.S. lawmakers.
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Mississippi Delta officers charged in drug trafficking bribery scheme
The FBI has announced indictments against 20 people, including 14 current and former Mississippi and Tennessee police officers, in a drug-related bribery probe. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
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Alabama man charged with making threats to rabbis, an imam and others
The FBI said the suspect made a series of threatening calls and texts to rabbis in Alabama and Louisiana, an imam in Georgia, a church in North Carolina, and others.
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Low-income families face financial cliff as shutdown threatens aid
"I'm wondering how I'm going to be able to afford everything" if federal food aid is halted, one single mom said.
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In New Jersey governor's race, Sherrill tries to tether Ciattarelli to Trump
Republican Jack Ciattarelli has a shot at winning 2025 New Jersey governor's race against Mikie Sherrill, after Democrats have held the office for two terms.
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10/31: CBS Morning News
Pres. Trump calls on Senate Republicans to get rid of the filibuster to reopen the government; a heart transplant recipient is raising awareness for nonprofit Harboring Hearts during the NYC marathon.
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Judges say Trump administration must pay some SNAP benefits during government shutdown
A pair of judges weighed in on cases related to food assistance for millions of Americans. One judge said the federal government must use contingency funds to make payments for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) as the government shut...
7h ago
Man who wrote message in victim's blood chooses execution by firing squad
Stephen Bryant, 44, will be the third man this year to die by South Carolina's newest execution method.
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Food banks "simply can't keep up" with SNAP benefits set to expire, attorney says
SNAP benefits are set to expire on Saturday due to the government shutdown. Deborah Berkman, the director of the shelter and economic stability project at New York Legal Assistance Group's Public Benefits Unit, joins to discuss.
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Judges say Trump administration must keep paying some SNAP benefits
Two federal judges on Friday said the Trump administration must tap into contingency funds to make SNAP payments during the government shutdown.
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FBI arrests 5 people, including teens, for allegedly plotting a "potential terrorist attack"
The FBI announced Friday the arrests of at least five people being linked to an apparent "potential terrorist attack" plotted in Michigan. CBS News Detroit's Jack Springgate and Jake Rosen have more.
8h ago
Hamas hands over more Israeli hostage remains as U.S. officials tour Gaza Strip
Hamas returned the bodies of two more Israeli hostages as the fragile ceasefire in Gaza appears to hold. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio has more.
8h ago
Bitcoin ATMs enable cryptocurrency scams, federal prosecutor alleges
Diane Reynolds, a Maryland retiree who lost more than $13,000 in a bitcoin scam, wants to help others avoid getting ripped off.
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3 expensive mortgage rate mistakes homebuyers should avoid this November
Don't let these common missteps cost you thousands in higher interest payments and monthly mortgage expenses.
8h ago
Billie Eilish tells billionaires to donate more of their wealth
Billie Eilish also announced that she would donate $11.5 million of the proceeds from her Hit Me Hard and Soft tour.
8h ago
How ending the Senate filibuster could impact Democrats and Republicans
President Trump wants senators to end the filibuster in the upper chamber, but the move could be risky for both Republicans and Democrats.CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Taurean Small report.
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FBI arrests multiple suspects allegedly plotting potential "terrorist attack" over Halloween weekend
FBI Director Kash Patel posted to social media on Friday details about arrests in Michigan linked to what he called a "potential terrorist attack" apparently plotted for Halloween weekend. Here's the latest CBS News confirmed information.
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China's Shenzhou 21 mission launches into space
China has launched the Shenzhou 21 crew into space as the race back to the moon intensifies between the U.S. and China. Lincoln Hines, an associate professor a Georgia Institute of Technology, joins CBS News with more.
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Trump tells Republicans to play "Nuclear Option" and scrap filibuster to end government shutdown
President Trump wants Republicans in the Senate to end the filibuster and make way for the government to reopen. CBS News' Zak Hudak and Caitlin Huey-Burns report.
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Here's how much a $50,000 home equity loan can cost per month after the Fed's October rate cut
After the Fed's latest rate cut, borrowing against your home's equity has become even more affordable than it was.
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Can the Blue Jays win the World Series against the Dodgers and the legendary Ohtani?
The Blue Jays will face off against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 6 of the World Series. MLB Network analyst and 2013 World Series champion Ryan Demster joins CBS News with more.
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American airports face travel chaos as government shutdown continues
Flight delays are becoming more common as airports across the U.S. grapple with the government shutdown impacting TSA workers. CBS News' Cristian Benavides reports.
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Inside the studio where Queen recorded "Bohemian Rhapsody"
Queen's iconic song "Bohemian Rhapsody" was released 50 years ago.
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China sends 3 taikonauts, first live mammals ever, to its space station
China has sent a new crew to its Tiangong space station, including its youngest ever taikonaut, along with the first live mammals ever sent to the station.
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Head Start programs begin to close as funding ends during government shutdown
Approximately 140 Head Start programs nationwide, serving roughly 65,000 children, will stop receiving federal funding beginning Nov. 1.
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Are Trump's China trade agreements enough for struggling American farmers?
American soybean farmers are reacting to news of an agreement between the U.S. and China as they struggle to sell their crops. CBS News' Lana Zak reports.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs moved to federal prison in New Jersey
Sean "Diddy" Combs was sentenced​ to just over four years in prison earlier this month after he was convicted of prostitution-related charges.
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Some NBA and poker gambling suspects with alleged mob ties released on bail
At least 9 defendants of the 34 people charged in a crackdown on alleged illegal gambling rings were released on bail this week.
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Prince Andrew is now Andrew Mountbatten Windsor after losing titles over lingering Epstein claims
Buckingham Palace announced Prince Andrew should now be known as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor for now on after King Charles III stripped his brother of his titles and mansion. CBS News' Holly Williams reports.
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Tanzania political opposition says 700 people killed in election unrest
Tanzania's political opposition, which was largely barred from national elections this wee, says hundreds of people have been killed in 3 days of protests.
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Epstein cultivated celebrity relationships, even as his 2019 arrest neared
Jeffrey Epstein's schedule, flight logs and personal calendars detail his connections with high-profile people including Woody Allen and leaders in finance and public affairs.
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This week on "Sunday Morning" (Nov. 2)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
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Book excerpt: "The Eleventh Hour" by Salman Rushdie
In his elegiac new collection of stories - his first fiction since a 2022 attack that nearly killed him - acclaimed novelist Salman Rushie writes of intimate encounters with death, ghosts, magic, and the immutable passage of time.
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Haiti digs out from Hurricane Melissa destruction
Haitians are still dealing with flooding and destruction after Hurricane Melissa ravaged parts of the Caribbean. Jacqueline Charles, the Miami Herald's Haiti reporter, joins CBS News with more.
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How long does it take for credit card debt to be written off?
Credit card debt doesn't just disappear, but after a certain point, your creditors may be forced to write it off.
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Government shutdown nears longest funding lapse in U.S. history
The government shutdown is still dragging on and it may outlast the 2018 funding lapse, which kept the federal government close for 34 days into 2019. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns and Ed O'Keefe report.
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Rare Earth Elements | 60 Minutes Archive
Rare earth elements, the unusual metals inside nearly every piece of high-tech equipment you can think of, are essential to modern life. In 2015, Lesley Stahl visited the California mine where they were first identified and learned how China became the...
11h ago
U.S. troop drawdown in eastern Europe brings anxiety, and GOP rebuke
NATO and U.S. allies try to assuage fears over bolstering Russia as the Pentagon announces a U.S. troop reduction in eastern Europe.
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Why do we celebrate Halloween? Here's a look at the holiday's beginnings.
The National Retail Federation says this year's Halloween spending on costumes, decorations, candy and greeting cards is expected to hit more than $13 billion. Author Kenneth Davis, the historian behind the "Don't Know Much About" series, explains how ...
11h ago
How daylight saving time impacts our health
This weekend marks the end of daylight saving time as most of the U.S. "falls back" and gains an hour of sleep. Sleep expert Shelby Harris, a clinical associate professor at Einstein Medical School in New York City, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to explain...
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Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol rules out a value menu as chain revamps
Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol doesn't expect AI to replace baristas as the coffee chain focuses on improving the "human-to-human experience" for customers.
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Inside a Manhattan speakeasy known for its salacious menu and as a "sensory sanctuary"
A Manhattan speakeasy called "Do Not Disturb" is growing in popularity. Daud Sturdivant, a former musician turned restaurateur, explained it's a place to disconnect and reconnect. Known for its salacious menu, the speakeasy also has a 22-year-old chef.
12h ago
Kindness 101: An elaborate Halloween display led to a special friendship
An elaborate Halloween display makes a difference in a cancer patient's life and leads to a special bond between two strangers. CBS News' Steve Hartman reconnects with the man behind the display.
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580,000 bottles of a blood pressure drug recalled over cancer risk
The FDA says more than 580,000 bottles of a blood pressure medication have been recalled over concerns that it may contain a cancer-causing chemical.
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Starbucks CEO addresses changes, possible barista strike and if your coffee will soon cost more
Brian Niccol took over as CEO of Starbucks 14 months ago. He spoke to "CBS Mornings" about the changes happening at Starbucks, including products and redesigned stores. He also addressed a potential strike from the barista union and if customers will s...
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Inside the studio where Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody" was recorded 50 years ago
Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody was released a half century ago. The song soared to the top of British charts, but took 17 years to turn into a hit in the U.S. CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer shows the converted farmhouse where the band wrote and recorded the song.
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Shopping strategies to help you save this holiday season
In a survey, nearly two-thirds of consumers said food and grocery costs will affect their holiday shopping this year. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady gives shopping strategies to help consumers save.
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What led to King Charles' unprecedented move to strip Prince Andrew of his royal titles
Buckingham Palace announced Thursday it began the formal process of stripping Prince Andrew of his royal his titles. Andrew, who will now be known as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, will also surrender his lease to Royal Lodge. CBS News royal contributor J...
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Former 1st grade teacher shot by a student testifies at trial: "I thought I was dying."
Abby Zwerner, a former first grade teacher, testified in a civil trial Wednesday in Newport News, Virginia, about the moment her 6-year-old student shot her and how her life has changed. Zwerner is suing her school's former assistant principal, claimin...
13h ago
King Charles strips Andrew of remaining royal titles amid Jeffrey Epstein fallout
King Charles removed the remaining royal titles from his brother Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, formerly a prince. He's also been ordered to leave his royal residence amid the fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein sex abuse scandal.
13h ago
A look at the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa
Search and rescue efforts stretch into a third day after Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica as one of the strongest Atlantic storms on record. Nearly a half million people on the island remain without power. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
13h ago
Flights delayed as shutdown leads to shortage of air traffic controllers
Federal Aviation Administration facilities across the country face air traffic controller shortages as the government shutdown is in its fifth week. Around 13,000 air traffic controllers missed their first full paycheck Tuesday and could miss at least ...
13h ago
SNAP rulings ease shutdown pressure as Thune rebuffs Trump call to end filibuster
A pair of federal judges ruled the government must tap into a contingency fund to make SNAP payments.
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Head Start programs won't get federal funding Nov. 1, impacting thousands of kids
Beginning Nov. 1, approximately 140 Head Start programs will not receive federal funding, impacting roughly 65,000 kids across the U.S. as the government shutdown continues. Millions of Americans are also preparing to lose SNAP benefits on Saturday. CB...
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Eye Opener: SNAP benefits, travel disrupted amid ongoing government shutdown
Millions of Americans are set to lose SNAP benefits Saturday amid the government shutdown. Plus, King Charles strips his brother Andrew of his royal titles. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.
13h ago
FBI says "potential terrorist attack" thwarted in Michigan, 5 arrested
In a social media post​, FBI Director Kash Patel said multiple people who were allegedly plotting a violent attack were arrested in Michigan.
13h ago
Americans to spend big this holiday despite gloomy economic views
Visa predicts Americans will spend an average of $736 on holiday gifts in 2025, a 10% increase from the $669 reported last year.
14h ago
Get ready to fall back: Daylight saving time ends this weekend
Daylight saving time ends on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, at 2 a.m., when the clocks "fall back" and we gain an hour.
14h ago
Virginia governor race underlines future hopes for Democrats
The 2025 governor's race between Spanberger and Earle-Sears offers both parties a chance to start charting a path forward after last year's 2024 presidential election.
14h ago
Endangered primates, 1 alive and 1 dead, found in airport luggage
One of the tiny animals was dead, while the other was seen cradled in the arms of an officer, softly hooting before covering its face with its arm.
14h ago
YouTube TV drops Disney networks after impasse over new agreement
Disney networks including ABC and ESPN have gone dark on Google-owned YouTube TV after the two corporate giants couldn't come to terms on a new deal.
14h ago
U.N. rights chief says "unacceptable" U.S. strikes on boats must stop
The United Nations human rights chief says the Trump administration "must halt" strikes on alleged drug boats to prevent "extrajudicial killing."
14h ago
Cyclist falls down 130-foot ravine, survives 3 days by drinking wine
A helicopter airlifted him to hospital, with a rescue doctor calling his survival "a miracle."
15h ago
Colombian president has trouble refueling his plane after U.S. sanctions
The Trump administration has accused Gustavo Petro of enabling drug cartels and placed him on the U.S. Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions list.
15h ago
Furloughed federal workers are taking out loans to help pay the bills
Federal workers are turning to low-cost loans to help tide them over financially as the U.S. government shutdown drags on.
17h ago
Egypt set to open huge, $1 billion landmark museum dedicated to its past
The Grand Egyptian Museum has taken 30 years to become a reality, but it is finally set to open its doors, with an equally grand opening ceremony.
17h ago
Hurricane Melissa death toll surpasses 50 as focus turns to recovery
Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba were assessing the damage and beginning to dig out after they were slammed by Hurricane Melissa, which left dozens dead.
18h ago
Trump calls on Senate Republicans to "get rid of the filibuster"
President Trump's call to terminate the filibuster could alter the ways the Senate and congressional dealmaking operate.
21h ago
6/30/2024: Children of War; Interpol; Tasmanian Tiger
First, a report on children living with veterans with PTSD. Then, a look at how some countries are accused of abusing the Interpol red notice system. And, a report on efforts to revive the extinct Tasmanian tiger.
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6/30/2024: The Heritage War; The Air We Breathe; The Mismatch
First, Ukraine accuses Russia of looting museums. Then, how air systems can curb viruses' spread. And, a sports betting boom fuels addiction concern.
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10/30: CBS Evening News
Prince Andrew stripped of royal title and mansion; Major leagues to honor longtime minor league bat boy
Oct 31, 2025
2 dead after severe flooding sweeps NYC amid record rainfall
The National Weather Service reported 1.85 inches in Central Park, breaking the previous daily rainfall record of 1.64 inches set in 1917.
Oct 31, 2025
Photos: Trump hosts trick-or-treaters for White House Halloween bash
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump hosted star athletes, princesses, dinosaurs and at least one Trump impersonator at the White House's annual​ Halloween event Thursday.
Oct 31, 2025
10/30: The Daily Report
Lindsey Reiser reports on President Trump's high-stakes meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, and the most-Googled costumes ahead of Halloween.
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