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CBS Mornings - A look back at "CBS Mornings" in 2025 - "CBS Mornings" looks back at favorite moments from 2025 as the new year kicks off. 2H ago - 04:26

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What's open on New Year's Day 2026? See which stores are operating. -- Plan ahead as banks, post offices and major stock exchanges will be closed in observance of the federal holiday.

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Trump says National Guard is leaving Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland -- "We are removing the National Guard from Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland," President Trump announced.

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France defends granting George Clooney and his family French citizenship -- George Clooney and his wife, Amal Clooney, were granted French citizenship because "they contribute, through their distinguished actions, to France's international influence and cultural outreach," the French government said.

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These national and regional retailers went out of business in 2025 -- More than 8,000 stores closed across the U.S. this year, according to retail industry data, including these well-known brands.

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Federal appeals court blocks Hawaii's tourist tax on cruise ships -- The levy, which would impose a new 11% tax on the gross fares paid by a cruise ship's passenger, was set to go into effect at the start of 2026.

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What does auld lang syne mean? Explaining the New Year's tradition. -- At midnight on New Year's Eve, revelers across the globe will sing "Auld Lang Syne," but not everyone knows the lyrics to the New Year's song or its origin.

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Chief Justice Roberts says Constitution remains "firm and unshaken" -- Chief Justice John Roberts says the Constitution remains a sturdy pillar for the country, a message that comes after a tumultuous year in the nation's judicial system.

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British boxer Anthony Joshua released from hospital after crash in Nigeria -- The two-time former heavyweight champion and Olympic gold medalist was involved in a fatal road crash near Lagos​ on Monday.

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Some states set to impose SNAP bans on soda, candy and other foods -- Starting January 1, food-stamp recipients in five U.S. states will face restrictions on using the benefits to buy some sugary foods.

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Niall Ferguson: A Republic-If You Don't Throw It Away -- As the American republic prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday in 2026, reports of its demise are greatly exaggerated.

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What I've Learned from Watching People Wait to Have Children -- As doctors, we owe our patients the truth: You cannot defy biology.

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'Marty Supreme' Is a Victim of Its Own Hype -- Timothee Chalamet's Ping-Pong movie has been a huge hit online, but does it deserve the acclaim?

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Trump issues his first vetoes of this term -- President Trump used his veto power this week for the first time since returning to the White House, rejecting a pair of bills linked to a Colorado water pipeline and a tribal village in the Everglades.

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Photos show the year in politics for 2025 -- In 2025, President Trump returned to power and instituted change in Washington. Here's a roundup of photos of key moments throughout the year.

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Trump administration takes back control of D.C. golf courses -- President Trump, who loves to golf, has floated the possibility of redoing the district's courses.

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U.S. sanctions 4 firms, oil tankers with ties to Venezuela -- The latest wave of sanctions targets oil traders and vessels that are helping prop up President Nicolas Maduro's regime, the Treasury Department said.

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House Oversight Committee to hold hearing on alleged fraud in Minnesota -- House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman James Comer said the hearing will take place Jan. 7.

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What happens if your credit card payment bounces? -- A bounced credit card payment can cause serious financial damage. Here's what to expect and how to recover.

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Retirees should use these 3 strategies to get rid of debt in 2026, experts say

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Credit card debt forgiveness mistakes to avoid in 2026

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What's the CD rate forecast for January 2025? Here's what experts predict -- CD rates could shift early in the new year, experts say, so you may want to make your moves now. -- Dec 31, 2025

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How much will a $40,000 CD account earn in 2026?

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What's the CD account interest rate forecast for 2026? Here's what experts expect.

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How much can you sell a 100-ounce bar of gold for right now? -- With gold prices sitting near record highs right now, holding a 100-ounce bar could be worth a small fortune. -- Dec 30, 2025

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How much can you sell a 100-ounce bar of silver for right now?

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Gold IRA vs. silver IRA: Which will be better for investors in 2026?

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5 key questions for the U.S. economy in 2026 -- From stubbornly high living costs to a softer labor market, economists say these are the forces that will shape the year ahead.

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Mortgage rates fall to their lowest level in 2025 -- The average cost of a conventional 30-year U.S. mortgage continues to edge down, while rates on other home loans fell to less than 5.5%.

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These 9 states are cutting income taxes in 2026. See where. -- Income tax cuts are taking effect in multiple U.S. states on Jan. 1, 2026, a new analysis says. -- Dec 30, 2025

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5 MONEY MOVES TO MAKE IN 2026, ACCORDING TO FINANCIAL EXPERTS -- As many Americans head into 2026 with mounting money worries, reviewing your finances now could help put you on firmer footing next year. -- Dec 26, 2025

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Fallout grows over freezing of child care funds -- After the Trump administration paused federal assistance to child care centers in Minnesota, parents are now wondering if their kids' day care is in jeopardy, as the government investigates fraud claims. Jonah Kaplan has been following this developing story.

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Epstein survivors decry delay in releasing files -- There may be millions of documents the Justice Department still needs to release from the case against convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. By law, those files were required to be made public nearly two weeks ago. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.

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Some states ban junk food from SNAP benefits -- In 2026, several states are set to prohibit individuals from purchasing certain junk food items using their federal benefits. Meg Oliver has the details.

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Economic oasis emerges in the Arizona desert -- Arizona is fast becoming a major hub for computer chip production thanks to what's being called the largest foreign direct investment in U.S. history. Kris Van Cleave takes us to a sprawling campus in Phoenix that is providing thousands of jobs while reducing America's reliance on overseas products.

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Deadly New Year's fire at Swiss Alps bar -- Dozens of people are presumed dead and about 100 others are injured after a fire tore through a bar at a Swiss Alps ski resort, police say. Authorities are working to determine the cause, but do not believe it was an attack.

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New Year's celebrations around the world -- Hundreds of thousands of people braved the cold weather in New York City to watch the iconic ball drop in Times Square on New Year's Eve. Meanwhile in London, fireworks lit up the sky to welcome 2026 and there were drone displays in the United Arab Emirates.

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Amazon lawyers help wrongfully convicted man -- Jason Lively spent more than 14 years in a West Virginia prison for a crime he didn't commit. "CBS Mornings" meets some of his pro bono legal team, which included lawyers from Amazon, who helped in Lively's exoneration. -- Dec 31, 2025

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Sydney welcomes 2026 with heightened security -- As it counted down to 2026, Sydney held a moment of silent remembrance for the victims of the Bondi Beach attack that happened earlier this month. Since the attack, Australian authorities have increased police presence across the city. Ramy Inocencio reports. -- Dec 31, 2025

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Mezcal traditions preserved as demand grows -- Demand for mezcal was low for years, but interest and sales have soared. The vast majority of the spirit is made in Oaxaca, Mexico, where family-owned distilleries dot the landscape.

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Guy Fieri and 24,000 missing tequila bottles -- Trucks carrying Santo Tequila, a brand founded by Food Network host Guy Fieri and former Van Halen frontman Sammy Hagar, vanished last year. This is how the sophisticated highway heist was pulled off.

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Everest climbs put Sherpa guides at risk -- Sherpas navigate extreme conditions and treacherous pathways as they act as porters and guides for climbers summiting Everest. They put their lives on the line, often with little recognition.

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The Kanneh-Masons: Meet the musical siblings -- The Kanneh-Mason family boasts seven classically trained musicians, each under the age of 30. The siblings have toured the world and recorded chart-topping albums.

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