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What's holding up new COVID booster guidance from the FDA
The Food and Drug Administration was set to release new guidance on COVID booster shots ahead of the fall season, but that's now in question. Dr. Celine Gounder explains what's at stake.
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What to know about the $4 billion agreement to settle thousands of sex abuse cases
Los Angeles County officials approved a historic $4 billion agreement to settle thousands of alleged sex abuse cases. Elise Preston has details.
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4/30: CBS Evening News Plus
Breaking down the release of Columbia student from ICE detention; Reporter's Notebook: Tariffs bring back COVID-era fears for small businesses
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U.S. vehicle sales surge as buyers hope to beat tariff hikes
March saw new car sales rise nationwide, jumping more than 17% from February and nearly 12% from March of last year.
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Breaking down the release of Columbia student from ICE detention
Mohsen Mahdawi, a Palestinian Columbia University student who had been detained by immigration authorities when he went to his U.S. citizenship interview, has been released after a federal judge's order in Vermont. Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more, plus ...
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Looking back at the fall of Saigon 50 years later
CBS News revisits the fall of Saigon, 50 years after the last U.S. troops left Vietnam.
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Meet the trainer behind Journalism, the horse favored to win the Kentucky Derby
Now may be a tough time for journalism -- unless you're a horse, Journalism is your name and you're favored to win the Kentucky Derby. And Michael McCarthy, Journalism's trainer, has been in the game long enough to know horses like this don't come alon...
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Senate votes against efforts to block Trump's tariffs
The Senate on Wednesday rejected a bipartisan effort to block President Trump's global tariffs. The measure failed in a 49-49 vote with all but three Republicans voting against it. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.
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Ozempic and Wegovy ingredient may reverse liver disease
There could be a new use for semaglutide, the main ingredient of weight loss and diabetes drugs Wegovy and Ozempic. Dr. Jon LaPook explains a study sponsored by the drugmaker found it could treat a common liver disease by reducing inflammation and scar...
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How a Catholic charter school sparked a church and state showdown
The Supreme Court heard arguments in an Oklahoma case involving the separation of church and state. The justices are weighing whether to allow what would be the nation's first publicly-funded religious charter school. Jan Crawford has details.
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4/30: America Decides
Trump blames Biden for GDP shrinking in first quarter; RFK Jr. falsely claims he is banning multiple food dyes
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What's behind the surge in new car sales
As tariffs threaten to raise the price of new cars, Americans are racing to the showrooms. Kris Van Cleave reports they're trying to beat the price hikes.
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Why the U.S. economy shrank in the first quarter
U.S. economic growth slowed sharply in the first quarter of 2025 as businesses rushed to stockpile goods ahead of President Trump's sweeping tariff policies. Kelly O'Grady has more.
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Remembering the Vietnam War on fall of Saigon's 50th anniversary
Wednesday marked 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War, which divided the country between the communist North and the U.S.-allied South. CBS News senior coordinating producer Jamie Nguyen joins "The Daily Report" to discuss her grandparents who fle...
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Cancer misinformation outperforms medical facts on social media, study finds
When it comes to information related to cancer, misinformation shared on social media often has more reach than medical facts, according to a study published in the American Cancer Society Journals. Dr. Stacy Loeb, one of the study's authors, joins "Th...
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U.S. and Ukraine sign minerals deal, Treasury Department announces
The U.S. and Ukraine have signed an economic development deal including access to rare earths minerals, the Treasury Department announced.
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What are the arguments in landmark case over tax-funded religious charter schools?
The Supreme Court heard arguments on Wednesday in a landmark case that could establish the nation's first religious charter school. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks it down.
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Released Palestinian Columbia student Mohsen Mahdawi tells Trump, "I am not afraid of you"
Palestinian Columbia University student Mohsen Mahdawi was released from federal immigration custody in Vermont after a federal judge's order on Wednesday. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the details.
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What's behind the declining economic numbers?
The U.S. economy shrank during the first three months of 2025. The Commerce Department reported Wednesday that U.S. gross domestic product declined at an annual rate of 0.3% from January to March. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady and Ed O'Keefe have more.
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Bill Belichick responds after CBS interview generated scrutiny
Belichick's statement comes after segments of the interview posted to social media focused attention on the 73-year-old's relationship with his girlfriend, 24-year-old Jordon Hudson.
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U.S., Ukraine sign long-awaited minerals deal
Ukraine and the U.S. on Wednesday signed an investment deal that will give the U.S. access to a key minerals after months of negotiations. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
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Apr 30: CBS News 24/7, 1pm ET
Markets react to U.S. economy shrinking in first quarter of 2025; Port workers lament decline in business as a result of Trump tariffs.
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Former education official warns defaulted student loan borrowers will be "hit with a freight train"
Beginning on Monday May 5, the Education Department will resume collections on defaulted student loans for the first time in five years. Wayne Johnson, the former chief operating officer at the Education Department's office of federal student aid, join...
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RFK Jr. falsely claims he is banning multiple food dyes
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin spoke about their accomplishments since President Trump returned to office during a Cabinet meeting Wednesday. The administration is ...
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Wife of man mistakenly deported filed for protective order against him in 2021
Kilmar Abrego Garcia's wife sought and received a temporary protective order against him in May 2021. The case was dismissed the following month after she failed to appear for a hearing.
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Apr 30: CBS News 24/7, 4pm ET
Stocks slide after new data shows U.S. economy shrank; Businesses brace for shortages as tariffs hit.
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What to know about Trump saying he could get Abrego Garcia back from El Salvador
President Trump told ABC News Tuesday that he could help bring back Kilmar Abrego Garcia from El Salvador. Mr. Trump said, "If [Abrego Garcia] were the gentleman that you say he is, I would do that, but he's not." CBS News' Jake Rosen and Camilo Montoy...
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Analyzing Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's interactions with Trump
In a matter of weeks, two very different meetings happened between President Trump and Michigan Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. NOTUS Congress reporter Daniella Diaz and Bloomberg senior national political correspondent Nancy Cook break it down.
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White House touts corporate promises to invest big bucks in the U.S.
President Trump's economic policies are spurring companies to make hefty investments in the U.S., White House says.
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Apr 22: CBS News 24/7, 4pm ET
White House press secretary says President Trump "has the right to express his displeasure with the Fed."; Documentary "The Children of October 7" chronicles stories of young survivors of Hamas attack.
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On this date: 1975 - The Fall of Saigon
Fifty years ago, in the chaotic final hours of the Vietnam War, American pilots pulled off the largest helicopter evacuation in history from the American Embassy in Saigon. Hear never-before-released radio transmissions of the operation.
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Hispanic voters' Trump support on the decline, polls show
President Trump won the 2024 election in no small part because of a surge of support from Hispanic voters. But a new poll shows the majority of his support among this key voting block is in decline. CBS News' Nidia Cavazos reports and Clarissa Martínez...
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3/26: America Decides
The Atlantic posts detailed attack plans from Signal chat; Baltimore marking one year since deadly bridge collapse
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High school lacrosse players could face felony kidnapping charges over hazing in New York
A group of high school lacrosse players accused of staging an extreme hazing ritual are facing an ultimatum. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has the details.
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Trump holds Cabinet meeting after data shows U.S. economy slowing
President Trump held a Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, coinciding with his administration's week-long first 100 days victory lap. But on this day 101, the economic numbers tell a different story. CBS News' Fin Gomez, Ed O'Keefe and Kelly O'Grady report o...
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4 reportedly dead after severe storms in Pittsburgh, extreme weather seen across the U.S.
Strong storms in the Pittsburgh area have killed at least four people. Meanwhile, in southern Missouri, a tornado uprooted trees, destroyed roofs and crushed buildings. And powerful storms also hit parts of Texas on Wednesday night, flooding streets wi...
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4/26: CBS Weekend News
Thousands bid farewell in Rome as Pope Francis laid to rest; Final thoughts on the legacy of Pope Francis
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4/27: CBS Weekend News
At least 11 killed in car attack at Vancouver Filipino street festival; A daring Pan Am evacuation before the fall of Saigon
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Stocks slide as new data shows U.S. economy shrank in first quarter of 2025
Stocks slid on Wednesday after new data showed that the U.S. GDP declined at a .3% rate in the first quarter of 2025. It was the worst quarterly performance for the U.S. economy since early 2022. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady breaks i...
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Here's what the U.S. State Department's travel advisories mean
The U.S. State Department's international travel advisories are regularly updated or reissued.
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Some Publishers Clearing House customers set to collect refund. Here's why.
Publishers Clearing House will pay $18.5 million to nearly 282,000 customers who regulators say were deceived by the sweepstakes company.
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Map shows U.S. travel advisories by country
The State Department issues a travel advisory, with levels ranging from "Exercise Normal Precautions" to "Do Not Travel," for every country.
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New data shows crime is down across U.S., but public safety spending cuts are causing concern
Crime is down across the country compared to the same time last year, according to new data from hundreds of law enforcement agencies nationwide. But experts who track crime are now concerned that cuts to federal funding could undermine those gains. Je...
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What drives HELOC interest rates?
As HELOC interest rates fall, borrowers should familiarize themselves with the driving factors behind the decline.
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Remembering an iconic photo of a soldier returning home from Vietnam
It's been 50 years since the fall of Saigon and the end of the Vietnam War. CBS News Sacramento reporter Steve Large has more on a classic image from that time.
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Trump says trade policies may mean children have fewer toys that cost more
"Well, maybe the children will have two dolls instead of 30 dolls, you know?" President Trump said Wednesday.
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Breaking down Columbia student Mohsen Mahdawi's release and Trump's comments on Abrego Garcia
The Palestinian Columbia University student who was detained at his citizenship hearing, Mohsen Mahdawi, has been released after spending two weeks in ICE custody and not being charged with a crime. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more on h...
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Apr 22: CBS News 24/7, 1pm ET
Catholics around the world remember Pope Francis; White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt suggests Federal Reserve is not independent.
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Latest news from the White House as Trump blames Biden for economic slowdown
The U.S. economy shrunk in the first quarter of 2025, according to new data from the Commerce Department. It's the first time the economy shrank in the last three years, but President Trump is blaming former President Joe Biden for the numbers. CBS New...
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Maine lawmaker censured for Facebook post asks Supreme Court to intervene
State Rep. Laurel Libby said she has not been allowed to vote in the Maine House of Representatives since she was censured for a Facebook post criticizing the state's policy on transgender athletes.
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Judge drops charges against man accused by Bondi, Patel of being MS-13 leader
The government dropped the charges against accused MS-13 leader Henrry Villatoro Santos, clearing the way for deportation proceedings.
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Network leaders, "War" and "Trippy," charged over alleged child exploitation
Group leaders of 764, Leonidas Varagiannis, also known as "War," and Prasan Nepal, also known as "Trippy," could spend the rest of their lives in prison if found guilty.
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Surge of imports in response to Trump tariffs led to economic slowdown, data shows
New data from the Department of Commerce shows an increase in imports led to an economic slowdown in the last quarter as President Trump ramped up his trade wars and companies tried to stockpile goods before tariffs kicked in. Matt Peterson, a reporter...
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Trump takes questions at Cabinet meeting, continues to blame Biden for issues
President Trump took questions during his Cabinet meeting at the White House on Wednesday. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro provided analysis on some of the topics that were discussed.
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Trump's actions on the economy in his first 100 days back in office
President Trump's actions on the economy in his first 100 days back in office have drawn mixed reviews. Indrees Kahloon, Washington bureau chief for the Economist, joins CBS News to discuss.
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Why the ATF is setting fires near sites of deadly California wildfires
Investigators with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) are setting controlled fires in the Palisades area of California to determine how the devastating wildfires from early 2025 began. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
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Senate vote aimed at blocking Trump's tariffs falls short
An effort aimed at blocking President Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs in the Senate fell short Wednesday, with Senate Republicans largely united in opposition.
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Jeffries rebukes Trump's claims of victories during first 100 days of second term
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries blasted President Trump's recent apparent accomplishments, refuting much of what the administration has touted about the first 100 days of Mr. Trump's second term. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.
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Iran hangs man convicted of spying for Israel
Iran's state media say Mohsen Langarneshin was one of Israel's "top spies," but a rights group says he was forced to confess, and now he's been executed.
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How much does an annuity cost (and is it worth it)?
Wondering if an annuity is worth the cost? Here's what you'll pay - and how to tell if it fits your retirement plan.
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Pakistan says India could potentially attack them in the next 36 hours
Pakistan is warning that it has "credible intelligence" of a potential military attack from India in the imminent future. The warning comes as Indian officials blame Pakistani-backed militants for a terrorist attack in Kashmir on April 22 that killed 2...
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RFK Jr. and others speak at Trump Cabinet meeting
President Trump heard from members of his Cabinet and Elon Musk during a meeting at the White House on Wednesday. Following the remarks, CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro provided context and analysis.
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Trump blames Biden for GDP numbers that show U.S. economy shrunk in 2025
President Trump attributed the latest gross domestic product data to decisions made during former President Joe Biden's administration. The GDP numbers show the U.S. economy shrank in the first quarter of 2025, reversing course from last year. CBS News...
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Apr 30: CBS News 24/7, 10am ET
New GDP data shows U.S. economy shrank 0.3% in first quarter of 2025; Columbia student Mohsen Mahdawi has been released from ICE detention.
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Vietnam: Back to My Lai | 60 Minutes Archive
In 2004, Mike Wallace interviewed Larry Colburn and Hugh Thompson, members of an American helicopter crew who were credited with saving Vietnamese civilians during the 1968 My Lai massacre, which killed more than 500 unarmed civilians. In 1998, 60 Minu...
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Geena Davis confronts childhood teasing and self-doubt in new children's book
In her debut children's book, "The Girl Who Was Too Big for the Page," Geena Davis shares how feeling out of place helped her craft a story about finding confidence.
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4/30: CBS Mornings Plus
Severe weather has left a trail of destruction across parts of the U.S. as multiple tornadoes touched down - and forecasters warn more could be on the way. Also, France's foreign minister on Trump's second term and what it means for the U.S.-France par...
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Supreme Court hearing arguments on religious charter school creation
The Supreme Court is weighing whether to allow the creation of the nation's first religious charter school, which could open the door for public dollars to fund their conception. CBS News contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
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4/29: America Decides
Numbers behind Trump's first 100 days of 2nd term; state of Democratic resistance to Trump administration
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Apr 22: CBS News 24/7, 10am ET
Vatican to hold Pope Francis' funeral Saturday; State and local governments stepping in as federal government backs away from some environmental policies.
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Witness describes Karen Read's hysterical call about John O'Keefe
Jennifer McCabe, a key witness in Karen Read's second trial for the death of Boston police officer John O'Keefe, took the stand and recounted what she remembers about the night O'Keefe died. CBS News Boston's Penny Kmitt reports.
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Marshall Allen reflects on his journey through jazz
At 100 years old, Marshall Allen is still playing jazz music on tour. He spoke to "CBS Mornings" about his journey and advice for emerging musicians.
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Russia launches more drone attacks into Ukraine
Ukraine says Russia launched more than 100 drones into Ukraine as pressure remains for a ceasefire deal. This comes as reports emerge of an imminent mineral deal between Ukraine and the U.S. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
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Students accused in lacrosse hazing turn themselves in
Eleven students suspected of carrying out a hazing scheme in upstate New York were given 48 hours to turn themselves in to authorities.
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How does the IRS work opportunity tax credit work?
This little-known tax credit could save your business thousands of dollars per eligible hire. Here's how it works.
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NFL fines Atlanta Falcons, Jeff Ulbrich over Shedeur Sanders call
The fines were imposed for "failing to prevent the disclosure of confidential information" ahead of the NFL draft, the league said.
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How an 11-year-old's call to the White House changed his life and others
Kevin Nazemi's persistence led to an interview with President Bill Clinton, setting him on a path and inspiring a lifelong bond that continues to change lives.
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Fact-checking Trump's claims about Abrego Garcia's deportation
President Trump made several claims about why he hasn't helped to bring Kilmar Abrego Garcia back to the U.S. following a court order to reverse his deportation. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman breaks down the facts in the case.
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Does today's rate environment make HELOCs too risky? Here's what experts say.
HELOCs can make financial sense for certain homeowners right now, but not all. Here's what experts say to know now.
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4/28: America Decides
Putin declares three-day ceasefire in Ukraine starting May 8; President Trump sends election day message to Canadians
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Hidden trove of gold treasure worth over $340,000 found by hikers
The hikers found the stash of gold coins and metal pieces in two containers on the edge of an overgrown forest.
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These companies are investing in U.S. manufacturing amid tariffs
President Trump wants to bring manufacturing back to the U.S. These companies say they're investing in domestic factories.
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Mohsen Mahdawi is first student activist detained by ICE to be released under Trump administration
Columbia University activist Mohsen Mahdawi has been released from ICE detention after being taken by the Trump administration, but his deportation case will still be ongoing. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
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Columbia University's Mohsen Mahdawi released from ICE detention
Mohsen Mahdawi, the Columbia University student who was detained by immigration officials during what was supposed to be a U.S. citizenship interview, has been released from ICE detention. Mahdawi addressed the detention after his release.
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Trump reacts to GDP data on shrinking economy by blaming Biden for stock market woes
President Trump says he inherited a stock market "overhang" from President Biden that impacted the gross domestic product data recently released. Mr. Trump is insisting that patience is required as more companies choose to manufacture in the U.S. to av...
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Here Comes the Sun: Mark and Jay Duplass and more
Brothers Mark and Jay Duplass sit down with Luke Burbank to discuss their success in Hollywood. Then, Conor Knighton travels to St. Petersburg, Florida, to visit The Dalí Museum, showcasing more than 2,400 works by artist Salvador Dalí. "Here Comes the...
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Satellite launches on mission to "weigh" the world's 1.5 trillion trees
The European Space Agency's Biomass satellite is currently in orbit over the Amazon rainforest.
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4/30: CBS Morning News
Trump marks 100 days in office with Michigan rally; Florida teen helps special needs students express themselves through music lessons.
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Columbia student Mohsen Mahdawi released from ICE detention
Mohsen Mahdawi was taken into custody on April 16 when he went to his U.S. citizenship interview in Vermont.
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Bill Belichick on a life in football
Former NFL coach Bill Belichick - second in all-time victories, with a record six Super Bowl wins as head of the New England Patriots - talks about his new book, the talents of quarterback Tom Brady, and his father's advice about a coaching career.
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Stocks make comeback, close in the green after early losses
After sliding in early trade, stocks rebounded as investors shrug off data pointing to economic slowdown.
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Egg-free cooking tips from chef Chloe Coscarelli
With egg prices still high, chef Chloe Coscarelli shares pantry-friendly substitutes that make your favorite recipes just as delicious-no eggs required.
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Investigating the rise of fake cancer cures online
Dr. Stacy Loeb joins the CBS News Confirmed team to break down how misinformation about cancer treatments like the claims seen in the Netflix series "Apple Cider Vinegar" can spread faster than medical facts.
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Jaleel White talks new game show "Flip Side" and life behind the buzzer
Actor and executive producer Jaleel White joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about hosting "Flip Side," a new game show where contestants guess how different groups feel about hot topics to win big money.
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Marshall Allen honored with Jazz Masters Fellowship for lifetime of innovation
At 100 years old, Sun Ra Arkestra bandleader Marshall Allen is celebrated by the National Endowment for the Arts as a living legend in jazz. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan sat down with him.
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France's foreign minister weighs in on Trump's second term and global relations
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the first 100 days of President Trump's second term and what it means for the U.S.-France alliance, trade and the war in Ukraine.
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Vietnam 101 | 60 Minutes Archive
In 1987, 60 Minutes' Ed Bradley reported on the popularity of a course about the Vietnam War at UC Santa Barbara, where students often heard directly from veterans who shared their experiences.
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100 days in, voters weigh in on Trump's presidency
As President Trump marks 100 days in office, CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns sits down with voters in Georgia and North Carolina to hear their thoughts on his performance so far.
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Alarming GDP data shows shrinking economy, could be precursor to recession
The latest gross domestic product data shows the U.S. economy is in reverse, slowing in the first quarter of 2025. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more on the potential factors involved and how the next quarter's data could indicate symp...
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Trump administration cuts federal funding to hundreds of community safety programs
CBS News has obtained a list of Justice Department cutbacks showing the Trump administration is pulling funding from local initiatives that many say are vital to public safety.
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