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USS Abraham Lincoln leaving Middle East after 9-month deployment

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National Weather Service confirms tornado struck N.Y.'s Atlantic Beach -- Damage from a tornado and Thursday's storms has prompted a state of emergency in Nassau County, officials say.

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Storms soak Northeast as possible tornadoes reported in New York, Delaware

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Watch Live: Lindsay Clancy defense rests after psychiatrist testifies -- The defense rested in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial Friday in Massachusetts. The prosecution has started calling rebuttal witnesses.

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Tupac Shakur murder suspect recounts shooting in audio played to jury -- Jurors heard Duane "Keffe D" Davis tell detectives his nephew Orlando "Baby Lane" Anderson fired the shots that killed Tupac Shakur.

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Tupac Shakur autopsy photos shown at murder trial after some family members leave

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Tupac Shakur was murdered in "act of revenge," prosecutor tells jury

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Drug mix-up at Nashville hospital causes dire complications in 4 patients -- Four patients at Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown received incorrect medications last week, CBS affiliate WTVF reported.

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New York Times defamed ex-college player, must pay him millions, jury says -- An Alabama jury awarded $9.25 million in damages after finding that The New York Times defamed a former college basketball player, Kai Spears, of the Alabama Crimson Tide, in a story about a fatal shooting.

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Controversial Netflix dating show sparks backlash in Japan -- Japan's justice ministry said it will cancel a collaboration with "Badly in Love," a Netflix dating show featuring ex-juvenile delinquents.

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Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one. -- The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."

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Trump temporarily waives higher beef tariffs in bid to lower prices -- The president's move is aimed at lowering beef prices, which remain historically high due to shrinking cattle herds.

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Neutrogena shares statement on Hayden Panettiere after backlash -- After Hayden Panettiere's death, fans resurfaced her claim that Neutrogena had fired her in 2015 over her comments about postpartum depression.

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A City's War on Surveillance Cameras -- Activists in upstate New York say their fight against Flock's license plate cameras is the first step in dismantling Big Tech's overreach.

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The Not-So-Special Relationship -- Israel and the United States should always be allies and friends, but they need space to enact differing policies when their real interests diverge.

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A Race Between Two Clocks in Iran -- The outflow of oil through the Strait of Hormuz may be greater than we think, but Americans' tolerance for the continuation of an unpopular war may be shorter than we think.

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Trump appears on radio show of Michael Cohen, patching up public split -- President Trump appeared on the radio show of Michael Cohen, his fixer-turned-foe, in a stunning public reunion that would have been impossible to imagine several years ago.

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Army to nix drone battalion set up to absorb lessons from Ukraine war -- The decision to phase out the Army drone battalion comes amid tension between senior officers who envisioned the unit and the acting chief of staff of the Army.

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Aisha Wahab wins special election to serve out remainder of Eric Swalwell's term -- The partial term for California's 14th Congressional District ends January 2027, after which the candidate chosen in the November election will serve the next full term.

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FBI seizes Swalwell's devices, executes warrants in sexual misconduct probe

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Democrats narrow 2028 convention finalists to 3 cities -- The Democratic National Committee is on the hunt for the best host city for the 2028 Democratic convention. -- Aug 20

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Can debt collectors garnish your unemployment benefits? -- Losing a job can make your debt harder to manage, but your unemployment benefits may come with unique protections.

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How does a debt collector find your bank account to freeze it?

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How can you tell how old a collection debt really is?

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How much interest can a $25,000 9-month CD earn at today's rates? -- A $25,000 deposit could generate a sizable return in just nine months if you lock in the right CD rate now.

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Money market vs. high-yield savings account: Which will be better if the Fed raises interest rates?

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How much interest can a $10,000 9-month CD earn right now?

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How can you apply for student loan forgiveness in 2026? -- Student loan repayment options have changed, and there are a few things to know now, before seeking forgiveness. -- Aug 19

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Are you eligible for student loan forgiveness if you have private and federal loans?

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Which student loan borrowers qualify for public service loan forgiveness in 2026?

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Nearly 25% of workers are "functionally unemployed," analysis finds -- An alternative measure of unemployment that accounts for wages suggests the U.S. labor market is weaker than it looks.

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FTC says "personalized pricing" based on consumer data could violate law -- The FTC warned businesses against changing prices based on their analysis of a customer's personal data, which could violate consumer law.

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Clear Eyes eye drops recalled nationwide over contamination risk, FDA says -- The recall affects 15mL bottles of Clear Eyes' Maximum Itchy Eye Relief. -- Aug 20

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Publix frozen blueberry recall upgraded to highest health risk level -- Recalled frozen blueberries and mixed berries that could be contaminated with E. coli pose the most severe category of health risk, according to the FDA. -- Aug 19

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Army moves to disband drone unit -- A U.S. Army battalion meant to study drone warfare appears to be coming to an end. CBS News' Aaron MacLean breaks down what's known about the move.

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Trump joins Michael Cohen's podcast -- President Trump joined his former fixer, Michael Cohen, for a podcast taping, years after a massive feud that went public in court. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports.

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Do AI smart glasses privacy protections work? -- As tech companies like Meta push their AI wearables, many are concerned with privacy protections. Anna Schechter has more.

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CBS Mornings - Brits on the return of Meghan and Harry - Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, are returning to the United Kingdom, six years after their separation from the British royal family and subsequent move to California. Ramy Inocencio asked some Brits what they think of the move. 5H ago - 2:06

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Katherine LaNasa on "The Pitt" -- Award-winning actor Katherine LaNasa discusses her recent Emmy nomination for her role as charge nurse Dana Evans on hit HBO series "The Pitt."

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Nashville teen has big dreams of musical fame -- High school senior and singer Kingston Kharif has dreams of making it big beyond the Nashville, Tennessee, scene. Nicole Valdes spoke with Kingston about his early successes and future goals.

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