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CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell - Cohen testifies for third day in Trump trial - Michael Cohen took the stand for a third day on Thursday in the New York criminal trial of his ex-boss, former President Donald Trump. Cohen faced pointed questions from defense attorney Todd Blanche about his history of lying under oath. Robert Costa reports from Manhattan. 13H ago - 02:41

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CBS Village - Diverse Voices & Communities - Topeka superintendent on Brown v. Board of Ed. The district at the center of the landmark 1954 Brown v. Board of Education ruling, which outlawed racial segregation in schools, is now helmed by its first Black female superintendent. Janet Shamlian spoke to Topeka Public Schools Superintendent Tiffany Anderson about the remarkable changes her district has made. 13H ago - 02:58

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Daniel Martin on embracing his roots and empowering women through makeup - Celebrated makeup artist Daniel Martin is known for his work with Hollywood stars like Michelle Yeoh, Nina Dobrev, Jessica Alba and Meghan Markle. 18H ago

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Sal Khan on benefits of AI in classroom -- Khan Academy Founder and CEO Sal Khan joins CBS Mornings" to discuss his new book, "Brave New Words: How AI Will Revolutionize Education (And Why That's a Good Thing)." -- May 16

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Daniel Martin on becoming a makeup artist -- Makeup artist Daniel Martin joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his rise in Hollywood and what his roots mean to him. -- May 16

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4 takeaways from our investigation into police agencies selling their guns

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Discovery of long-lost river may solve ancient pyramid mystery -- The 40-mile-long river branch, which ran by the Giza pyramid complex, was hidden under desert and farmland for millennia, scientists said.

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Looking to purchase a home? These U.S. cities are the most buyer-friendly. -- A wave of new construction has turned cities in Texas and Florida into the country's friendliest markets for homebuyers.

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FBI testimony about search of Menendez's home continuing -- The FBI seized 11 one-ounce gold bars, two one-kilogram gold bars and $486,461 from the New Jersey Democrat's home.

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Lainey Wilson the big winner at 2024 Academy of Country Music Awards -- Lainey Wilson took home female artist of the year and the top prize of entertainer of the year at the 2024 Academy of Country Music Awards.

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Biden marks Brown v. Board of Ed anniversary amid concerns over Black support -- President Biden marked the 70th anniversary of the Supreme Court decision.

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Man's body found on national park glacier 4 days after he went missing -- Officials with the Rocky Mountain National Park say the body of a man who was reported missing from Colorado Springs was found on Mills Glacier.

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Video footage shows aftermath of Florida bus crash that killed at least 8 -- Authorities have released body camera footage and dash camera video recorded at the scene of Tuesday's deadly bus crash in central Florida.

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U.S. citizen accused of helping North Korean IT workers infiltrate U.S. companies -- Prosecutors said some of the affected companies were Fortune 500 corporations, including a major TV network, a defense company, and a car maker.

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Billionaire surprises college grads with big gift -- Students at UMass Dartmouth got an amazing graduation gift from their commencement speaker.

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Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg, who brought Trump case, not often seen at the trial -- Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg has attended portions of about a third of Trump's trial days.

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Trump appeals gag order in New York "hush money" trial -- The judge has held him in contempt of court for violating the order 10 times, with a $1,000 fine for each violation. -- May 15

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Michael Cohen faces questions from Trump's defense team for first time -- Trump's attorneys got their first chance to question Michael Cohen and took aim at his credibility. -- May 14

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Harris accepts CBS News' vice presidential debate invitation -- Biden and Trump have agreed Thursday to presidential debates on June 27 and Sept. 3.

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Biden and Trump agree to presidential debates on June 27 and Sept. 10 -- Biden and Trump will go head-to-head in presidential debates on June 27 and Sept. 10, their campaigns said. -- May 15

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Angela Alsobrooks wins Maryland Democratic Senate primary -- Angela Alsobrooks will face former Gov. Larry Hogan for the Senate seat left open by Ben Cardin's retirement. -- May 14

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Palestinians mark 76th "Nakba" as a new catastrophe unfolds around them -- More than 700,000 Palestinians were displaced when modern Israel was formed 76 years ago.

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U.S. poised to send $1 billion in weapons to Israel, sources say -- The move comes after the U.S. withheld shipments of some arms over concerns about a ground offensive in Rafah.

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Teachers confront social media misinformation on Israel, Gaza -- Teens are getting more and more of their news from social media.

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Banks vs. credit unions: Which option is best for your savings? -- There can be differences when it comes to interest rates, technology and access to financial products and services.

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4 big reasons to open a CD right now

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4 WAYS TO AVOID MORTGAGE RATE LOCK EXTENSION FEES -- Facing pricy mortgage rate lock extension fees? Try taking these approaches now.

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What to know about getting a mortgage after bankruptcy

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Inflation just fell. Will mortgage rates fall now?

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Passive income ideas that really work, according to experts -- Need extra cash? These five strategies can help you get it.

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Apple agrees to $35 million settlement with some iPhone 7 users -- The settlement covers U.S. residents who owned an iPhone 7 or 7 Plus between Sept. 16, 2016 and Jan. 3, 2023 and reported a covered issue to Apple or paid the company for repairs.

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Older Frigidaire and Kenmore ranges pose risk of fires, maker warns -- The manufacturer has received multiple reports of fires and injuries since the ranges were originally recalled more than a decade ago.

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Dow hits 40,000 for the first time as bull market accelerates -- Robust corporate profits and steady U.S. economic growth are driving stocks to record highs.

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Here's what Americans think is the best long-term investment -- What's the best place to park your money? Americans put their faith in this long-term investment, a new Gallup poll shows. -- May 15

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Half of Amazon warehouse workers struggle to pay for food, housing, report says -- The report also highlights the financial destruction that can occur when workers take unpaid time off after being hurt or tired from the job. -- May 15

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The 5 trendiest finds at Sam's Club in May 2024 -- From Memorial Day essentials to a reviewer-loved snack, here are our favorite trending finds at Sam's Club in May.

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Best early Memorial Day deals at Walmart -- Memorial Day is right around the corner. Get prepared with the best early Memorial Day deals at Walmart.

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Best deals on robot vacuums ahead of Memorial Day -- It's time for a thorough house cleaning this spring, and a robot vacuum can help you do all the heavy lifting.

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Best lawn mower deals to shop ahead of Memorial Day -- Discover the best pre-Memorial Day deals on lawn mowers you can take advantage of right now.

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How to watch Caitlin Clark's Indiana Fever WNBA game tonight -- See Caitlin Clark play in the Indiana Fever home opener against Sabrina Ionescu and the New York Liberty tonight.

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The 5 best smartphones under $500: Ring in the savings -- Discover the best smartphones you can purchase outright for $500 or less.

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How to watch Edmonton Oilers vs. Vancouver Canucks Game 5 -- Here's how to watch Game 5 of the Edmonton Oilers vs. Vancouver Canucks NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs series tonight.

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How to watch the New York Rangers vs. Carolina Hurricanes Game 6 -- Watch Game 6 of the exciting New York Rangers vs. Carolina Hurricanes NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs series tonight.

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Construction completed on floating Gaza pier -- The U.S. military has completed construction on a makeshift pier that will be used to get desperately needed humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip. Meanwhile, several U.S. medics who traveled to Gaza to provide emergency medical care are now trapped there, with all crossings in and out of the territory closed. Some of them spoke to Imtiaz Tyab on Thursday.

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How police guns end up in hands of criminals -- Every year, police departments across the U.S. trade in their used firearms when it's time for an upgrade. But a CBS News investigation found thousands of those former police weapons wind up in the hands of criminals. National investigative correspondent Stephen Stock reports.

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Morehouse prepares for commencement disruptions -- President Biden is set to deliver a commencement address at Morehouse College, and the historically Black college is preparing for possible disruptions as protests over Mr. Biden's handling of the Israel-Hamas war have continued on college campuses throughout the U.S. Nikole Killion has more.

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How police guns end up in the hands of criminals -- A joint investigation conducted by CBS News and the nonprofit newsrooms The Trace and Reveal from the Center for Investigative Reporting found that more than 140 law enforcement agencies nationwide sell or trade-in their used weapons when they update their arsenals. Thousands of those former cop guns are later tied to a crime. Stephen Stock reports.

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Pope Francis on blessing same-sex couples -- In a historic interview from the Vatican, Pope Francis sat down with "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell to discuss a range of issues, including his recent approval allowing priests to bless same-sex couples. The pope's full interview will air on "60 Minutes" on Sunday, May 19, 2024.

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60 Minutes Overtime - The Album | Sunday on 60 Minutes - When a photo album depicting Nazis at dinner parties and picnics arrived at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in 2007, historians weren't sure what to make of it. It turned out to be a rare personal scrapbook of a high-ranking Nazi officer. Sunday. 14H ago - 00:32

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Cuban Spycraft | Sunday on 60 Minutes -- For decades, prolific Cuban spies working in the U.S. government, serving in high-profile positions with top security clearances, have evaded American intelligence officials. This Sunday, Cecilia Vega reports on two undercover agents.

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Pope Francis | Sunday on 60 Minutes -- Norah O'Donnell interviews Pope Francis in an historic sit-down interview. The Pope discusses the state of the world today, the plight of migrants in the U.S. and abroad, and the Catholic Church's first World Children's Day. Sunday. -- May 15

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Crisis | 60 Minutes Archive -- American youth struggled with mental health challenges in the aftermath of the COVID pandemic. In 2022, Sharyn Alfonsi sat down with kids confronting those challenges - and the health care providers working to make care more accessible. -- May 15

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How 60 Minutes reported from Metula, Israel -- Lesley Stahl and a 60 Minutes team sheltered in a bunker during a drone attack on an Israeli border town that has increasingly come under fire from Hezbollah militants. -- May 12

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The Uplift - Stories That Inspire - The Uplift: Strangers in San Antonio - David Begnaud heads to a surprise city on a mission to find a story in 48 hours - and he meets three strangers with powerful messages to share. A heroic cowboy teaches a lesson in modesty. Plus, more heartwarming news stories. May 11 - 20:23

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Drive-thru food pantry feeds thousands in Southern California - Born in a crucial time of need at the start of the pandemic, this organization began with a scrappy operation. Four million meals later, the Seva Collective has continued to grow. May 4

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Drive-thru food pantry feeds thousands in California food desert -- Born in a crucial time of need at the start of the pandemic, this organization began with a scrappy operation. Four million meals later, the Seva Collective has continued to grow, bringing on new volunteers, partnering with food banks, companies and farms, and hosting special toy and clothing drives.

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The Uplift: Finding purpose -- A widower finds a new purpose - in a Publix - after losing his wife. Then, volunteers in Southern California gather to work at a drive-thru that serves nutritious foods for those in need.

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Officers, good Samaritan rescue couple from burning home -- Back in March, two officers and a good Samaritan risked their lives to rescue a couple who were trapped in a burning home in Cape Coral, Florida.

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CBS Reports - Anything for Love: The Romance Scam Epidemic - Romance scammers drain billions of dollars from people seeking love, and their tactics have evolved in sinister ways in the online age. CBS News goes inside this devastating epidemic unfolding largely in secret, following the journey of an Illinois woman seeking answers after her mother's mysterious death. Apr 28 - 21:41

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No Place Like Home | CBS Reports -- CBS Reports goes to Illinois, which has one of the highest rates of institutionalization in the country, to understand the challenges families face keeping their developmentally disabled loved ones at home.

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Raising the Stakes | CBS Reports -- As more states legalize gambling, online sportsbooks have spent billions courting the next generation of bettors. And now, as mobile apps offer 24/7 access to placing wagers, addiction groups say more young people are seeking help than ever before. CBS Reports explores what experts say is a hidden epidemic lurking behind a sports betting bonanza that's leaving a trail of broken lives.

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Toxic Fog | CBS Reports -- In February 2023, a quiet community in Ohio was blindsided by disaster when a train derailed and authorities decided to unleash a plume of toxic smoke in an attempt to avoid an explosion. Days later, residents and the media thought the story was over, but in fact it was just beginning. What unfolded in East Palestine is a cautionary tale for every town and city in America.

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The End of Affirmative Action | CBS Reports -- In the aftermath of the Supreme Court striking down affirmative action in college admissions, CBS Reports examines the fog of uncertainty for students and administrators who say the decision threatens to unravel decades of progress.

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