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Aubrey Plaza opens up about grief after death of husband: "A daily struggle" -- Actor Aubrey Plaza's husband, Jeff Baena, died in January of this year. The "Parks and Recreation" star spoke about her grief on Amy Poehler's podcast.

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Israeli military says 60,000 reservists called up for next phase of Gaza war -- The Israeli military said it had called up an additional 60,000 reservists and extended the service of 20,000 "as part of the next phase" of Israel's military operation in Gaza.

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Man who was "mistreated for months" dies during livestream, officials say -- Raphael Graven, known as "Jean Pormanove" or "JP," had built a following by putting on live internet shows in which he was abused or humiliated.

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Trump admin could block student loan relief for some public servants -- Proposed Department of Education rule could deny loan forgiveness fo borrowers whose employers are found to be illegally "undermining national security and American values."

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A fire in one of world's tallest trees may lower its place in world rankings -- Authorities in Oregon are trying to extinguish a fire burning in one of the world's tallest trees. It may lower the tree's standing in global height rankings.

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Bus crash kills dozens of migrants just deported back to Afghanistan by Iran -- Seventy-six people were killed in a collision between a bus carrying Afghan migrants just deported by Iran and two other vehicles in western Afghanistan, officials say.

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Park ranger who hung trans pride flag in Yosemite says they were fired -- A former Yosemite employee says they've been fired by the National Park Service, three months after flying a transgender pride flag from El Capitan.

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Native Americans want to avoid Medicaid snafus as work requirements loom -- As states prepare to implement changes to Medicaid required by President Trump's recent tax-and-spending law, tribal leaders say they are concerned Native American enrollees could lose their coverage.

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Oregon man accused of operating "Rapper Bot" blamed for massive cyberattacks -- Prosecutors said the network created by 22-year-old Ethan Foltz is "one of the most sophisticated and powerful DDoS-for-hire Botnets currently in existence."

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Trump admin. revokes clearances of 37 current and former U.S. officials -- National Director of Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said 37 current and former government officials are losing their security clearances.

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Kilmar Abrego Garcia's lawyers ask judge to dismiss criminal charges -- Kilmar Abrego Garcia - who was wrongfully deported to El Salvador only to be brought back to face smuggling charges - asked a federal judge to dismiss his indictment.

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House committee to make Epstein files public after Justice Department subpoena -- The House Oversight Committee intends to release the documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case, a spokesperson said.

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Trump working to arrange a summit between Putin, Zelenskyy -- President Trump is working to coordinate a meeting​ between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after Monday's talks.

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Trump, Zelenskyy, European leaders show united front in White House talks

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State Department revokes over 6,000 student visas -- More than a million foreign students study in the U.S. each year. -- Aug 19

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Protesters in Israel strike to demand ceasefire and hostages' release -- Protesters in Israel escalated their ongoing campaign on Sunday to secure the release of hostages held in Gaza. -- Aug 17

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Israel prepares to move Palestinians to southern Gaza amid protest over war -- The Israeli military body in charge of humanitarian aid to Gaza said the supply of tents and other shelter equipment to the territory would resume on Sunday ahead of the mass movement of Palestinians to the south. -- Aug 16

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Here's how much a $125,000 CD account will earn now -- With CD rates still hovering above 4%, a $125,000 deposit can generate substantial guaranteed returns across terms.

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Missed your CD's maturity date? Do these 6 things now, experts say

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How much money should you put into a CD this August? Experts weigh in

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How will interest rate cuts impact my HELOC payments? -- Understanding how Fed rate cuts affect your HELOC can help you prepare for potential payment changes.

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$100,000 home equity loan vs. $100,000 HELOC: Which will be cheaper after a September rate cut?

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HELOCs, home equity loan rates decline again. Should borrowers wait to apply?

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These 4 factors could have a big impact on mortgage rates this fall, experts say -- Experts think mortgage rates will fall as we head toward the end of the year. Here's what could impact them.

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Mortgage rates fall to a 10-month low. Here's when they could drop again.

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What homebuyers shouldn't do before a September rate cut, according to experts

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Powerball jackpot grows to $643 million after no winners in Monday drawing -- Powerball jackpot swells to $643 million, with the next drawing this week set for Wednesday night. -- Aug 19

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S&P reaffirms the U.S. credit rating, citing higher tariff revenue -- S&P said it is maintaining the AA+ rating on the U.S. as it expects tariff revenue will shore up the nation's finances.

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Walmart recalls Great Value shrimp after FDA warns of radioactive risk -- Some packages of Great Value frozen shrimp sold at Walmart are at risk for potential for Cesium-137 contamination, the FDA says.

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Biden-era clean energy credits are set to expire by the end of the year -- Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, clean energy tax credits are set to expire earlier than originally planned. -- Aug 19

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Nexstar to acquire rival broadcast company Tegna in $6.2 billion deal -- Irving, Texas-based Nexstar will pay $22 in cash for each share of Tegna's outstanding stock. -- Aug 19

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Hurricane Erin threatens the East Coast -- Hurricane Erin is hovering over the Atlantic Ocean as a Category 2 storm, alarming parts of the East Coast as weather conditions worsen for communities in several states. CBS News' Rob Marciano reports.

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Latest on Texas, California redistricting -- Texas Democratic lawmakers are still seeking ways to prevent the implementation of new congressional maps in the red state. This comes as California lawmakers prepare for a potential vote on redistricting. CBS News' Hunter Woodall reports.

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Celia Rose Gooding on new "Star Trek" -- Actor Celia Rose Gooding stars as Uhura in the Paramount+ series "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds." She joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about the role.

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CBS Mornings - Jury selection starts in murder-for-hire plot - Jury selection has begun for Donna Adelson's trial. Adelson is accused of arranging the killing of her former son-in-law. She has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges. Adelson's son is one of four other people already convicted in the case. CBS News' Cristian Benavides reports. 4H ago - 01:56

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Inside the decline in alcohol use -- New Gallup polling shows only half of Americans under 35 drink alcohol, a steep drop from past decades. Willa Bennett, editor-in-chief of Seventeen and Cosmopolitan, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss what's behind the generational shift.

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Skincare facts vs. fiction -- Known online as the "PillowtalkDerm," Dr. Shereene Idriss shares expert advice on skincare routines and busts common myths spreading on social media.

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CBS Village - Diverse Voices & Communities - Jon Batiste on new album, "Big Money" Fresh off his Central Park concert, Jon Batiste sits down with "CBS Mornings" to share the inspiration behind "Big Money," blending gospel, blues, and rock traditions. 3H ago - 07:25

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Eva Pilgrim on "Inside Edition" anchor role - With more than 20 years of TV experience, Eva Pilgrim joins "Inside Edition" as its first new anchor in three decades, succeeding longtime host Deborah Norville. She joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the role - Aug 19 - 04:52

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Meet the woman making move-in day at Widener University feel like home -- At Widener University, "Move-In Day" is more than just hauling boxes; it's a moment when students and families begin to feel they belong.

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Laufey on creating her own sound -- Whimsical and romantic, the music of Icelandic singer and cellist Laufey Lin Bing J nsd ttir blends pop, jazz, classical and bossa nova - a "mishmash," she calls it. Her latest album is "A Matter of Time." -- Aug 17

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How faulty drug tests are turning new moms' lives upside-down -- New mothers say they had to undergo devastating investigations after hospitals reported their false positive drug tests to child welfare agencies shortly after they gave birth. -- Jul 27

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CBS Reports - Is America in a New Gilded Age? | CBS Reports - When tech billionaires were given a front row-seat at the latest presidential inauguration - and the world's richest man gained unprecedented power over federal agencies - questions about the growing influence of today's tycoons took center stage. Is America in a new Gilded Age, or is this just the latest chapter in its struggle to balance wealth, power and democracy? Jun 28 - 43:39

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The Price of Milk | CBS Reports -- The economy and immigration are two of the biggest issues on the minds of Americans, but we rarely get a look behind the scenes to see how these key forces in American life intersect. CBS News Race & Culture and CBS Reports reveal the connection between immigration and food prices by following the journey of the people, both legal and undocumented, bringing America's milk to market.

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Finding Common Ground | CBS Reports -- Los Angeles is home to one of the largest populations of Jews in the world, and one of the largest populations of Muslims in America. For almost two decades, a group there has been trying to build bonds between these two communities, but the attack of Oct. 7, 2023 and its aftermath are putting that mission to the test. CBS Reports and CBS News Race and Culture examine these challenges and explore how the next generation may hold the key to forging paths to unity amid adversity.

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Ultra Processed | Food Tech & the American Diet -- Americans are among the world's biggest consumers of ultra-processed foods, which comprise more than half of an average adult's diet and two-thirds of a child's. As technology continues to accelerate innovations in additives, chemicals and food products, U.S. regulators are struggling to keep up. CBS Reports examines why ultra-processed foods have become so pervasive in the American diet, and what filling the gaps in federal regulation can do to ensure Americans are fed and healthy.

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CBS Reports | Does Big Plastic's Idea Work? -- As America grapples with an escalating plastic crisis, the city of Houston, ExxonMobil and other partners announced a new program that promised to recycle nearly all of the city's plastic waste. However, after two years, the program has yet to fully materialize. Critics argue that the evidence suggests it never will. And yet, the company envisions similar programs in other American cities. CBS Reports and Inside Climate News investigate whether this proposed solution to our plastic recycling crisis is indeed too good to be true.

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