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The Iran war's economic hit could linger through 2026, economists say -- Economists say Americans should expect elevated prices at the pump and rising grocery costs in the months to come.

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IEA says Iran war will keep the natural gas market tight for 2 years -- The conflict is expected to crimp global natural gas supplies due to damage to facilities in Qatar.

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Hegseth says U.S. blockade of Iranian ships to continue for "as long as it takes" -- Hegseth indicated that the Trump administration is in no hurry to reach a peace deal as the war continues.

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Trump extends Jones Act waiver for another 90 days -- The waiver lets international ships carry goods between U.S. ports and is aimed at lowering energy prices.

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Texas regulators flag safety deficiencies at Camp Mystic ahead of potential reopening -- Texas regulators flagged dozens of deficiencies in Camp Mystic's emergency plan, saying missing flood maps, unclear evacuation procedures and undefined staff roles could hinder responses during disasters.

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Cartel members linked to notorious drug lord's brother captured in Mexico -- The U.S. has offered a reward of $5 million for information leading to the arrest and conviction of Aureliano Guzman Loera, known as "El Guano."

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Oklahoma tornado destroys homes, forces Air Force base to close -- A powerful tornado in Oklahoma ripped roofs off buildings, destroyed homes, knocked down utility poles and forced an Air Force base to close.

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Video, images show elite forces searching for U.S. ship's missing crew -- New video and photos show the search for the five crewmembers who remain missing after a U.S.-flagged ship capsized in the Pacific Ocean.

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Study reveals the college majors that new grads regret the most -- One in five recent grads regret their college major, a ZipRecruiter report finds.

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Trader Joe's customers sue over coffee's caffeine levels -- Consumers allege that Trader Joe's improperly advertised a coffee product as fully caffeinated when it was not.

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U.S. special forces soldier who won $409K on Maduro bet is arrested -- The soldier allegedly bet on Nicolas Maduro's removal as president of Venezuela before news of the raid was reported, sources told CBS News.

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Netanyahu says he was treated for early-stage prostate cancer -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the successful operation for prostate cancer happened 18 months ago and that he is now in "excellent physical condition."

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WATCH: The Gen-Z Debate with Harry Sisson and Isabel Brown -- Why are young people struggling so much with everything from finances to mental health?

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They Were Ordered Back to Haiti. Then Their Conservative Church Stepped In. -- A deportation order became a test of faith for one rural Texas church. Its members chose to put their neighbors before politics.

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Why Trump's Iran Deal Is Not Like Obama's Iran Deal -- There are fundamental differences between the JCPOA and the nuclear deal with Iran currently on the negotiating table.

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Melania Trump adds White House-shaped beehive to South Lawn -- The new beehive expands existing beekeeping and honey production operations at the White House.

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Appeals court blocks Trump's asylum crackdown at U.S.-Mexico border -- A three-judge appellate panel agreed with a lower court ruling that the Trump administration can't put aside laws allowing individuals to apply for asylum.

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Trump says he'll resurface Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, turning it blue -- President Trump's renovation kick has now reached the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.

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DOJ office aiding indigent immigrants stalls after lawyers were reassigned -- Attorneys for a DOJ program that accredits nonprofits to help provide legal help to immigrants were transferred last month, creating setbacks for a number of legal aid groups. -- Apr 23

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Justice Department eases restrictions on some marijuana products -- The order places FDA-approved products containing marijuana and state-regulated medical marijuana products at a lower drug classification.

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Here's how much interest a $50,000 money market account can earn now -- A $50,000 deposit could generate thousands in annual interest, but your rate also matters heavily in this equation.

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Here's how much interest a $15,000 money market account can earn now

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$20,000 CD vs. $20,000 high-yield savings account vs. $20,000 money market account: Which will earn more in 2026?

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How long do creditors wait before accepting a debt settlement offer? -- Creditors don't always accept settlement offers on your timeline. Here's what drives the timing of their decisions.

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What are the downsides of filing for Chapter 7 without a lawyer?

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Can debt relief trigger more aggressive collection attempts?

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These are the types of homebuyers who should buy this spring, according to experts -- Certain homebuyers could benefit from making a move this spring. Here's who that gamble could pay off for.

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Mortgage rates are under 6% again. Here are 3 moves borrowers should make now.

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What are today's mortgage interest rates: April 24, 2026?

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Planning a summer flight? Book now before prices surge, airline experts say. -- "If you haven't booked for this summer, get busy," Atmosphere Research Group Airline industry analyst Henry Harteveldt told CBS News.

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Meta to cut 8,000 jobs as it charges into AI -- Meta plans to lay off roughly 10% of its workforce as the technology giant steps up its spending on artificial intelligence. -- Apr 23

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White House DOJ dropping Jerome Powell probe -- The Justice Department announced Friday that it would be dropping an investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady reports.

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Hegseth on Iran: "Not anxious for a deal" -- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine briefed reporters on Friday about U.S. military operations in the Middle East, including a blockade near the Strait of Hormuz targeting vessels linked to Iran. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi and Elliot Ackerman have more.

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Latest news as Iranians head to Pakistan for talks -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says he is headed on a trip to Pakistan, Oman and Russia. This comes as Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth provides an update on U.S. military efforts in the Middle East. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata and Nancy Cordes report.

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Charges against soldier for apparent bets -- Federal investigators believe U.S. Army Master Sgt. Gannon Ken Van Dyke placed bets on the prediction market Polymarket before a January announcement that Maduro had been captured, a source tells CBS News. Nicole Sganga reports and contributor Elliot Ackerman joins with more insight.

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The evolving role of first ladies of the U.S. -- Saturday is National First Ladies Day. Anita McBride, former chief of staff to Laura Bush and co-chair of the "In Pursuit" essay series, which honors the country's presidents and first ladies, joins "The Takeout" to discuss further.

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How influencers helped spur Swalwell's resignation -- Former Rep. Eric Swalwell's resignation came after an online community of young women helped push once-whispered warnings into the national spotlight. Sami Sage, co-founder of the social media company Betches Media, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.

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Tech leaders back universal basic income -- Tech billionaires like Elon Musk are backing universal basic income as more companies lay off workers due to artificial intelligence, but some lawmakers are skeptical. Daniella Diaz, politics reporter for NOTUS, and Nicholas Wu, congressional reporter for Semafor, join "The Takeout" to discuss this and other top stories out of Capitol Hill.

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End of DOJ Powell probe could clear way for Warsh -- The Justice Department has dropped its criminal investigation into outgoing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell over the central bank's renovation. The move clears a key hurdle for President Trump's pick to replace Powell, Kevin Warsh. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.

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