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Pirro brought box of evidence to show Trump what caused Reflecting Pool damage -- U.S. Attorney for D.C. Jeanine Pirro was seen with a large box as she left the White House Monday after her meeting with President Trump. -- Aug 4

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Latest CBS News Videos - Trump teases deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz - President Trump is touting progress on the potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and says a deal could be made as soon as Wednesday. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean joins "The Takeout" with more. 48M ago - 3:06

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Michigan sees record midterm primary turnout -- Michiganders on Tuesday set a midterm primary turnout record, with a whopping 2.5 million voters casting ballots. CBS News election law contributor David Becker joins "The Takeout" with more.

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Progressive who won Michigan primary on victory -- The progressive primary winner in Michigan's 7th Congressional District, William Lawrence, won 44% of the vote, while his two establishment challengers together attracted 56%. Lawrence joins "The Takeout" to reflect on his victory and to look ahead to November's general election.

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El-Sayed looks to unite Democrats after victory -- Progressive Abdul El-Sayed is looking ahead to November's general election after narrowly defeating moderate Haley Stevens in Tuesday's Michigan Democratic Senate primary. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has the latest from Detroit.

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Anthropic AI created fake profiles in hack -- Two of the most powerful artificial intelligence agents created fake human profiles to try to trick people in attempted cyberattacks. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News to discuss.

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Record-low Danube River levels threaten shutdown of nuclear plant -- Three of four units of Hungary's Paks nuclear power plant were not in operation and the fourth was operating at about 50%, as of Wednesday morning.

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Nazi warships, mammoth bones emerge as Danube River dries up

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As FDA approves marketing for nicotine pouches, some doctors sound alarms -- One health advocate called nicotine pouches a "profound risk" for young people.

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$25 million reward offered for U.S.-born leader of powerful cartel -- Juan Carlos Gonzalez is the stepson of "El Mencho," who was killed by the Mexican military.

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Popular influencer shot dead during livestream outside restaurant -- Cesar Gastelum, who had more than 600,000 followers on TikTok, was broadcasting with two friends when he was killed.

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Baby "cocaine hippo" linked to infamous drug lord is rescued in Colombia -- Colombia has around 200 so-called "cocaine hippos" living in the wild, all of which descended from a colony brought to South America by slain cocaine kingpin Pablo Escobar.

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SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep -- The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.

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Russian drone factory director seriously injured in car explosion -- Vladimir Tkachuk has been pictured showcasing his drones to President Vladimir Putin.

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Man carrying ammunition arrested near Trump National Golf Club before president's visit -- Federal authorities arrested a man who appeared to be monitoring security-planning activities at Trump National Golf Club in LA County ahead of the president's Southern California visit.

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Who Had to Lose for Jason Arday to Win? -- A scandal over a Cambridge academic shows that many universities still act like we're living in 2020.

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Tyler Cowen: Nothing Can Stop the AI Revolution -- Are you worried about an AI market crash or a company going bankrupt? Don't be. Just as with railroads 150 years ago, nothing can stop technological progress. -- Aug 4

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Roy Cooper, Sherrod Brown, and the Road to Democratic Victory -- While radical left newcomers like Abdul El-Sayed get the media attention, veteran candidates like Roy Cooper in North Carolina and Sherrod Brown in Ohio could win back the Senate for Democrats.

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Wesley Bell beats Cori Bush in Missouri Democratic House primary rematch -- Rep. Wesley Bell on Tuesday beat former congresswoman Cori Bush in a heated primary in Missouri's 1st Congressional District, CBS News projects.

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Rep. Chuck Edwards drops reelection bid after sexual harassment allegations -- The House Ethics Committee said there is "substantial reason to believe" Rep. Chuck Edwards violated House rules related to sexual harassment and hostile workplaces. Edwards denied any wrongdoing.

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U.S. has used nearly all its stockpile of long-range missiles, sources say -- CBS News has previously reported that the U.S. has dwindling stockpiles of defensive interceptors and long-range missiles.

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Behind closed doors, Trump, White House aides hope Rep. Max Miller exits race -- Some White House officials hope embattled GOP Rep. Max Miller exits his congressional race immediately, and President Trump has expressed a similar sentiment, multiple sources say.

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Here's how much interest a $40,000 9-month CD will earn savers now -- A $40,000 9-month CD will produce a sizable return for savers who act now, but it's not the only benefit to consider.

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How much interest will a $20,000 1-year CD earn if opened this August?

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Which student loan borrowers qualify for public service loan forgiveness in 2026? -- This student loan forgiveness program is still available to borrowers, but only certain types will qualify now.

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How much can debt forgiveness save on a $20,000 balance this August? -- Debt forgiveness can dramatically reduce what you owe, but the final savings aren't always what you'd expect.

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Why SpaceX stock is falling despite strong revenue growth -- Investors are focused on whether SpaceX will be able to deliver on its ambitious artificial intelligence agenda.

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Some Gen Zers swap smartphones for "dumb" phones in a bid to unplug -- "It really opens up your mind," said one 23-year-old who ditched smartphones to wean herself off social media.

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Disney partners with TikTok to offer creator content on its app -- Disney and TikTok are teaming up to let users create short-form videos that draw on the entertainment giant's large stable of movies and TV shows.

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"Peanut butter" pay raises are out, as employers shift to merit hikes -- Here's what employees can expect for a raise in 2027 as companies move away from broad-based pay increases.

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Chipotle removes jalape os linked to Minnesota salmonella outbreak -- The restaurant chain said it pulled the peppers and replaced them with product from another grower amid a food-poisoning probe.

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Abdul El-Sayed on win against Haley Stevens -- Progressive Abdul El-Sayed reacted to his win against Rep. Haley Stevens in the Michigan Democratic Senate primary. El-Sayed will face Republican Mike Rogers in the November general election. CBS News' Zak Hudak reports.

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Danube River hits all-time low -- The Danube River is at record-low levels throughout Europe, revealing some lost historical items. Meanwhile, Hungary's only nuclear power plant is on the brink of shutdown. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio has more.

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White House declassifies secret FBI probe -- The White House released declassified information on the FBI's investigation into President Trump's firing of former FBI Director James Comey, and whether Russia had any involvement in his decision. CBS News' Natalie Brand has more details.

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Russian drone chases Ukrainian man in video -- Russia struck Ukraine with a series of missiles overnight, killing at least 17 people, according to officials. Also, shocking video appears to show a Russian drone chasing a Ukrainian vegetable vendor before exploding and wounding him. CBS News' Aidan Stretch reports.

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60 Minutes Overtime - Silicon Valley Scandal | 60 Minutes Archive - Last week eBay agreed to pay $55.7 million to a Massachusetts couple that was the victim of a bizarre harassment and cyberstalking campaign orchestrated by former employees of the company. In 2023, 60 Minutes spoke with the couple, Ina and David Steiner. 1H ago - 13:05

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Martha Stewart | 60 Minutes Archive -- 60 Minutes interviewed media mogul Martha Stewart several times over the years. In 1995, Morley Safer asked about the difference between Martha Stewart the brand and Martha Stewart the person. Stewart replied, "Well, there's not really much of a difference. I am Martha Stewart and my business has become also Martha Stewart. That's the complicated thing for the people who work with me." Today, the American businesswoman turns 85.

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The secret history of AFC Richmond -- While giving 60 Minutes a tour of the "Ted Lasso" set in 2022, Jason Sudeikis explains the secret history of AFC Richmond.

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Dr. Anthony Fauci in October 2020 on COVID-19 -- From October 2020, Dr. Jon LaPook's interview with Dr. Anthony Fauci about the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Salman Rushdie recounts stabbing (2024) -- Jurors on Wednesday convicted a man of federal terrorism charges for the 2022 stabbing of author Salman Rushdie. In 2024, Rushdie spoke with Anderson Cooper about the attack.

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