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First on CBS - Don Jr.'s VC firm rejects Rep. Raskin's accusations of "insider political influence" Rep. Jamie Raskin launched an investigation last month into the president's son's investment firm and its "almost clairvoyant" business moves. updated 56M ago

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60 Minutes Overtime - Afghanistan War vets face trauma back home - Members of a U.S. Marines unit which suffered high casualties in the Afghanistan War share the struggles they faced when returning to civilian life, and the PTSD they dealt with years after war. 6M ago - 13:33

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The search for missing firefighters -- Members of the FDNY's Squad 18 who were off duty on the morning of 9/11 worked 24-hour shifts digging through the wreckage at ground zero in search of missing firefighters.

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Full interview: James Talarico -- CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe spoke with Texas Democrat James Talarico on Wednesday about his agenda if he's elected to the Senate, the state of his race against Texas Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton and more. Watch the full interview.

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Zelenskyy's plane almost hit by drone, Norway's prime minister says -- Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy joined a host of other foreign dignitaries in Oslo for the funeral of Norway's King Harald V.

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12 key races that will determine who controls the Senate -- Republicans are fighting to hold onto their majority in the Senate, where the GOP currently controls 53 seats. To take control, Democrats would need to net four seats in November's election.

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How donating blood could reveal clues about your own health -- Amid a national blood supply crisis, Dr. Courtney Lawrence sat down with Norah O'Donnell to talk about donating blood, health myths and more.

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The U.S. just had its hottest summer on record, NOAA says -- Average temperatures across the U.S. soared to record heights between June and August in 2026, a new report found.

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Why some key GOP candidates are skipping Trump-backed midterm convention -- President Trump and top GOP leaders are gathering in Dallas for a midterm convention, though some Republicans in competitive races are opting to skip it and campaign in their home districts or states.

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"Exceptionally well-preserved" tomb of ancient judge found in Egypt -- Many of the paintings in the tomb have retained their original colors despite spending more than 40 centuries buried beneath the desert sands, officials said.

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Some fliers may be able to bring water through TSA checkpoints soon, officials say -- The TSA is not prepared to eliminate all liquid restrictions, and the existing rule limiting other carry-on liquids to 3.4 ounces remains in effect.

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Feds to buy up to $6 billion in Treasury bonds. Here's why. -- Wall Street analysts are skeptical that the Treasury Department's bond purchases can curb yields and lower U.S. borrowing costs.

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NYC officials release unseen post-9/11 air quality documents -- New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.

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25 years after 9/11, Taliban rules Afghanistan with U.S. firepower -- CBS News finds Taliban forces patrolling Kabul in American armored vehicles, wearing American tactical gear and carrying American weapons. -- Sep 7

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Remembering 9/11: Where tragedy left its marks -- "Sunday Morning" talks with people forever touched by the 2001 terror attacks. -- Sep 6

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Spencer Cox: Inside the Search for Charlie Kirk's Killer -- The Utah governor was at the scene just hours after the shooting. In an exclusive excerpt from his new book, he recounts the 48 hours that followed.

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She Let Her Son Go for a Walk. Now She's a Convicted Criminal. -- A Virginia judge turned Karyann Parkinson's parenting decision into a crime, and put her on the child-abuse registry.

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Arthur Brooks: How to Be Happy at College -- Parents tell their children that it will be the best time of their lives. Students often discover something very different. Why?

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Trump gave $45,000 gift to Natalie Harp, 2 other aides -- A White House spokesperson said in a statement on Wednesday that Mr. Trump "has a longstanding practice of giving Christmas gifts to people in his orbit."

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New Hampshire Senate race set between Pappas, Sununu after projected wins -- Rep. Chris Pappas defeated democratic socialist Karishma Manzur in the Democratic primary, while former Sen. John Sununu defeated Scott Brown in the GOP contest.

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Michigan Jewish leaders call on El-Sayed to change posture on Israel -- A coalition of Michigan Jewish leaders launched a petition calling on Abdul El-Sayed and other political candidates to make baseline commitments on Jewish safety and Israel, or risk losing their support.

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Federal judge backs Missouri's new House map after Supreme Court rebuffs case -- A federal judge ruled that Missouri should use a new congressional map that favors Republicans for now, hours after the U.S. Supreme Court left in place a ruling from the state's highest court directing Missouri to use an older map.

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Stefany Shaheen, Anthony DiLorenzo win New Hampshire primaries, CBS News projects -- Stefany Shaheen and Anthony DiLorenzo Won their respective primaries to replace Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas in New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District, CBS News projects.

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How much interest will a $25,000 6-month CD earn at today's rates? -- Moving $25,000 into a 6-month CD could prove to be lucrative. Here's how much interest savers can expect to earn.

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2 savings accounts to consider if the Fed raises rates this September (and one to avoid)

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Here's how to quickly earn $100 on your savings now

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What are the monthly payments on an $80,000 home equity loan now? -- Need $80,000 right now? Here's what your monthly payments will look like if you borrow it with a home equity loan.

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How much will a $200,000 home equity loan cost per month if opened this September?

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What are the monthly payments on a $25,000 home equity loan right now?

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Should you wait until after the September Fed meeting to invest in gold? -- The Fed's next decision could move gold prices sharply, making the timing of your investment worth considering.

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Gold's price is down by over 21%. Where will it head this September?

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Best gold IRA companies and investing advice to know now

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Humans "close to being outsmarted" by superintelligence, AI expert says -- Rapid developments in AI are prompting concerns about "superintelligence." Here's why some experts are worried.

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Here are the biggest announcements from today's Apple event -- Apple introduced the iPhone 18 at its annual tech showcase and is expected to unveil its first foldable phone.

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Trump administration to ban some Canadian motorcycles, dairy, alcohol -- The Trump administration moved Tuesday to ban imports of Canadian motorcycles, some dairy products and most types of alcohol starting later this month, intensifying the trade war between the two countries.

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Goldman Sachs warns oil prices could hit $120 as U.S. fuel costs surge -- Higher gas and diesel prices have cost Americans an additional $100 billion since the Iran war began, according to a Brown University tracker. -- Sep 8

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Lindsay Clancy's lawyer on her future -- Lindsay Clancy's lawyer Kevin Reddington told "CBS Mornings" that he plans to file a motion for her case to be thrown out after her murder trial ended in a mistrial. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.

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Anthropic employee says AI could kill humans -- Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon quit his job, alleging that neither Anthropic nor OpenAI is acting ethically and that the two tech giants are aware they are "gambling with our lives." CBS News' Jo Ling Kent has more on what you need to know.

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Trump plans to ban some Canadian goods -- Trade talks between the U.S. and Canada are disintegrating. The Trump administration plans to impose tariffs on some Canadian goods, including maple syrup, motorcycles and dairy products, amid a worsening tariff standoff. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has more.

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Busta Rhymes talks career and new album -- Busta Rhymes sits down with "CBS Mornings" to talk about his new album, "Dillagence II," and J Dilla's legacy after the rapper's shocking death in 2006.

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U.S. strategies during the Afghanistan War -- In 2011, 60 Minutes reported on the U.S. military strategy and operations during the Afghanistan War.

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Barack Obama on the bin Laden operation -- In 2011, then-President Barack Obama sat down with 60 Minutes for his first interview after the killing of Osama bin Laden. He described what went through his mind as he watched the operation unfold.

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The World Trade Center Oral History Project -- Dr. Benjamin Luft, who helped launch a clinic to treat 9/11 responders, also worked to record the history of ground zero with the World Trade Center Oral History Project.

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More from 60 Minutes Overtime

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New U.S., Iran strikes driving up oil prices -- The international benchmark for oil, Brent crude, topped $100 per barrel on Wednesday as new attacks flared up between the U.S. and Iran. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports and Matt Smith, director of commodity research at Kpler, joins with analysis.

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Trump Jr.'s VC firm rejects influence claims -- Donald Trump Jr.'s venture capital firm pushed back Tuesday against claims made by Rep. Jamie Raskin about potential "insider political influence." Reed Cowan has the details.

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Lindsay Clancy Mistrial: Reddington Weighs In -- In the wake of the mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy murder case, CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul and WBZ-TV reporter and anchor Kristina Rex share new reporting from inside the courtroom, exclusive juror insights, and behind-the-scenes details of the dramatic final courtroom moments. Plus, we learn what's next as the Plymouth County District Attorney's Office weighs its options.

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