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Live - 4 more U.S. deaths, vague threat from Trump as Iran war nears 2-week mark - The U.S. military says four service members were killed in a plane crash in Iraq, as Iran's continued attacks on Gulf states keep oil prices high. updated 2M ago

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Watch Live: Hegseth, Caine give Iran war update at Pentagon -- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine are giving a briefing on Operation Epic Fury in Iran Friday.

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Suspect in synagogue attack lost family in recent airstrike in Lebanon, source says -- The attacker rammed a vehicle into Temple Israel in West Bloomfield and was confronted and killed by security, Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard said.

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Old Dominion shooting suspect was previously arrested for trying to support ISIS -- The suspect, who was killed following the shooting, had previously been imprisoned for several years for trying to support ISIS, the FBI said.

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Trump administration allows purchase of Russian oil already at sea -- The U.S. is temporarily allowing the purchase of Russian oil that's already at sea, in the Trump administration's latest move to loosen sanctions on Russia's oil industry as the world grapples with high oil prices.

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U.S. launches new investigations into 60 countries as it fights to restore tariffs -- The Trump administration has launched investigations into dozens of countries accused of failing to crack down on forced labor, flexing a law that lets the federal government impose tariffs.

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Brave ROTC students credited with stopping deadly shooting at Old Dominion -- Officials praised the "brave" actions of ROTC students who confronted a gunman Thursday after he opened fire in a classroom​ on the campus of Old Dominion University, killing one person and injuring two others.

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Democratic senators file war powers resolution to try to restrain Trump on Cuba -- Senate Democrats have filed legislation hat would keep the U.S. from attacking Cuba without congressional approval as they seek to force a vote on President Trump's stated goal of a "takeover" of the Caribbean country.

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14 million doses of fentanyl seized from secret drug lab in Mexico - The raids come as President Donald Trump ramps up his criticism of Mexico's record on fighting drug trafficking. updated 54M ago

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4 crew members killed in crash of U.S. KC-135 refueling aircraft in Iraq -- The U.S. military has confirmed that at least four crew members were killed when an American KC-135 refueling plane taking part in the Iran war crashed in western Iraq.

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Cuba to release 51 people from prison in surprise move amid Trump pressure -- Cuba's government says it will release 51 people from prisons, in an unexpected move that comes as the Trump administration puts immense pressure on the country.

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Exclusive - U.S. fired at Iranian vessel that approached aircraft carrier, officials say - An Iranian vessel sailed too close to the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier, and the U.S. fired at the vessel, according to two U.S. officials. 10H ago

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How do other countries view the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran? -- CBS News journalists offer international perspectives from leaders and citizens in a number of countries as the Iran war nears the two-week mark.

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Strike in Strait of Hormuz may be message to U.S., analyst says -- The strike appears to have come without warning, and shows that Iran and its proxies can target ships even without mining the Strait of Hormuz.

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Exclusive - White House mulls defunding civil rights election observer program - The federal observer program sends neutral observers to monitor election sites to ensure voters don't experience discrimination at the polls. 13H ago

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3 teens took part in a weeklong experiment to curb screen time. It worked. -- For one week, three New Jersey high schoolers agreed not to take their phones to bed, and to try different tools to reduce screen time.

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Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care -- Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.

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Retired Air Force major general still missing after vanishing in New Mexico -- William "Neil" McCasland was last seen at his home in Albuquerque on Feb. 27, investigators said. They have not found evidence of foul play.

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NASA targets April 1 as possible launch for moon mission -- NASA's huge Space Launch System rocket has been repaired and is ready for rollout back to the launch pad next week.

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Giant underground pipe mysteriously rises over 30 feet in Japan -- The pipe, with a diameter of 11.5 feet, towered as high as 42 feet at one point, according to the Osaka construction department.

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Dad of 3 felt forced to quit TSA job amid shutdown: "Family has to come first" -- More than 300 TSA officers have quit since the partial government shutdown began last month, according to agency statistics obtained by CBS News.

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Misty Copeland fires back at Timothee Chalamet ballet, opera comments -- Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothee Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."

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She Was Nearly Recruited into Epstein's World-by Her Closest Friend -- A Ukrainian actress found her name in the recently released Epstein files, and made a shocking discovery about how she got there.

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The War in Iran Is Illegal. Here's Why That Matters. -- Launching military action without Congress is troubling enough. Doing so at a time when faith in the Constitution is collapsing makes it far more dangerous.

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Anthropic Doesn't Decide Our Military's Rules of Engagement -- Tech companies should focus on protecting our soldiers, not fighting the Pentagon.

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FBI closes 2020 election fraud inquiry demanded by NV's top federal prosecutor -- The FBI found only 38 non-citizens may have voted in the 2020 presidential election in the inquiry ordered by Sigal Chattah, Nevada's top federal prosecutor.

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Senate fails again to advance DHS funding as tempers flare over stalemate -- The Senate failed for a fourth time to advance a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security, with no deal in sight.

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Exclusive - U.S. imposes sanctions over North Korean scheme to fund weapons program - The U.S. Treasury Department on Thursday sanctioned six individuals and two companies accused of aiding North Korea in running a global scheme using remote IT workers to fund their weapons program. 21H ago

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Trump administration takes steps to impose new tariffs -- The Supreme Court ruled in February that the president lacks the authority to impose unilateral tariffs using an emergency powers law. -- Mar 11

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How much will a $60,000 HELOC cost monthly now that rates have plunged? -- HELOC costs are consistently declining. Here's how much a $60,000 line of credit will cost monthly if opened now.

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Here's how far HELOC rates have fallen in the last 18 months (and what to do now)

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HELOC interest rates just fell again. Here are 3 advantages of opening one now.

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Sponsored - Gold IRA storage explained: Depositories, insurance and what you should verify - Your gold IRA is only as safe as where it's stored. Here's what to know about how that process works. 17H ago

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Gold IRA rules and taxes: Withdrawals, penalties and common mistakes to avoid

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Gold IRA scams and red flags: How to protect yourself before you invest

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What homebuyers should avoid before the March Fed meeting -- With another Federal Reserve meeting looming this month, homebuyers should avoid these three things in advance.

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What could happen with mortgage interest rates this spring? Experts weigh in

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What are today's mortgage interest rates: March 12, 2026?

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What will it take for ships to brave the Strait of Hormuz again? -- Energy prices won't ease up until the Strait of Hormuz is secure, experts say. Here's what it will take to get the oil flowing again.

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Trump weighs Jones Act waiver amid rising fuel prices, White House says -- Easing the century-old shipping law could help lower fuel prices as the Iran war pushes crude oil near $100 a barrel, experts say.

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Lawsuit alleges David Protein understates calories and fat of its bars -- Plaintiffs claim that David Protein bars contain "way more" calories and fat than what's displayed on the label.

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Massive emergency oil release fails to stem investor fears -- Attacks on shipping traffic and energy infrastructure in the Persian Gulf temporarily pushed oil back above $100 a barrel, stoking investor fears.

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Will Iran war-linked leap in gas prices boost EV sales? -- Whether the Iran war-linked leap i the price of gas will give a shot in the arm to EV sales will depend on a variety of factors, experts say, so the answer isn't clear-cut. -- Mar 12

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U.S. military plane crashes in western Iraq -- A U.S. military aerial refueling tanker that was involved in the military operation in Iran crashed in western Iraq on Thursday, according to multiple U.S. officials who spoke to CBS News. Charlie D'Agata and Aaron MacLean have more.

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Armed man plows truck into Michigan synagogue -- A suspect is dead after ramming a truck into Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, prompting a massive law enforcement response. No victims were killed inside the synagogue, officials said. Scott MacFarlane reports.

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How rising diesel prices may affect inflation -- For American drivers, the cost of the war with Iran is already showing up at the pump. But there's a bigger warning light flashing for the economy: diesel. Kelly O'Grady explains.

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Pope's childhood church faces possible demolition -- Thousands of churches have closed in recent decades, but one on Chicago's South Side is getting attention for its connection to the Pope. Tony Dokoupil has the story.

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CBS Mornings - John Grisham on his first-ever spy novel - John Grisham, who has written 52 bestsellers, reveals the name of his new novel on "CBS Mornings" and talks about how writing about espionage compares to his legal thrillers. 23H ago - 05:21

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Recent cyberattack impact on Iran war -- Hackers with ties to Iran have claimed responsibility for a cyberattack at Stryker, a medical device company based in the U.S. Stryker says the attack disrupted global Microsoft networks, but it believes the situation is "contained." CBS News contributor Chris Krebs explains what the attack could mean about escalation in the Iran war and how the partial government shutdown is making an impact.

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Teens test ways to cut down on screen time -- Research shows teenagers spend about 8.5 hours per day staring at screens. Three high school students took on a challenge to test out different tools in an attempt to reduce their screen time. Meg Oliver reports.

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Spoiler alert! Latest "Survivor elimination -- The fourth contestant eliminated from "Survivor: In the Hands of the Fans" joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss being voted off and playing the game again.

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60 Minutes Overtime - Growing Up Behind Walls | Sunday on 60 Minutes - You rarely hear a hopeful story coming from Haiti. Sunday, Anderson Cooper reports on an orphanage caring for the country's most vulnerable children, giving them safety, stability, and a path to college. 15H ago - 00:32

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60 Minutes' investigation of Havana Syndrome -- Producers Oriana Zill de Granados and Michael Rey discuss mysterious injuries suffered by government officials, known as Havana Syndrome. Their reporting revealed U.S. government testing of a directed energy weapon.

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Sec. Hegseth's extended 60 Minutes interview -- CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett sat down with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in Washington, D.C. They spoke on Friday, March 6th about the state of the war with Iran, potential American casualties, what an Iranian surrender could look like, and more. Editor's note: The video above is an extended version of the interview that was broadcast on 60 Minutes on Sunday, March 8, 2026. This extended version was condensed for clarity.

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Targeting Americans 2019 | 60 Minutes Archive -- In 2019, Scott Pelley first reported how dozens of American officials came home from Cuba and China with unexplained brain trauma. Evidence showed it may have been the work of another government using a weapon that left no trace.

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Havana Syndrome and the Purple Heart debate -- U.S. military personnel who say they have injuries from Havana Syndrome attacks want the government to acknowledge their sacrifice.

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What happened in Michigan synagogue attack -- The FBI is assisting in the Michigan synagogue attack investigation, calling the incident a "targeted act of violence against the Jewish community." CBS News' Alysia Burgio, Sam Vinograd and Rodney Harrison have more.

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FBI helping Michigan synagogue attack probe -- Officials in Michigan gave an update on Wednesday afternoon's synagogue attack in West Bloomfield. The FBI is assisting in the investigation as a "targeted act of violence against the Jewish community."

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Details on Michigan synagogue attack -- Two major active shooting situations occurred in the U.S. on Thursday. The first happened at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, during an ROTC class. A retired Army officer was killed and two other people were injured. The gunman, who was also killed, had previously pleaded guilty in the U.S. over connections to ISIS. In Michigan, a truck rammed into one of the biggest synagogues in the country. A security guard shot killed the suspect who exited the vehicle armed with a rifle. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn, Anna Schecter and Sam Vinograd have more.

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FBI identifies Old Dominion shooter -- The FBI held a briefing Thursday after a gunman killed at least one person and injured two others at Old Dominion University. Officials identified the shooter as Mohamed Bailor Jalloh, who was previously imprisoned for trying to support ISIS.

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