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Fed's Cook responds to Trump firing threat, calls attacks "unfounded and untrue" -- A lawyer for Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook said she "has never committed mortgage fraud or any intentional wrongdoing."

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Missouri deputy AG found alive days after vanishing on Wyoming hike -- Missouri Deputy Attorney General Shaun Mackelprang was found alive six days after he vanished in the remote Wyoming wilderness during a backcountry hike.

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Ancient gold treasures stolen from museum in "super-fast" raid -- The treasure was discovered in 1963 by archaeologist Jose Maria Soler in a vessel sunk in a dried-out riverbed in Villena.

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Ratko Mladic, so-called "Butcher of Bosnia," dies in prison at 84 -- The Bosnian Serb general oversaw atrocities in Bosnia in the 1990s. He was sentenced to life in prison in 2017.

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Suspect arrested for allegedly killing influencer on livestream -- Cesar Gastelum was dressed as a food delivery worker and taking part in a social media challenge along with two friends when he was shot dead.

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Small plane crash into water near remote Alaska town kills all 4 on board -- A small plane carrying four people crashed into shallow waters next to a remote coastal town in Alaska on Wednesday, killing everyone on board, officials said.

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FDA approves new pancreatic cancer drug that could extend patients' lives -- Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.

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See which U.S. states are most at risk from Canadian tariffs -- Canadian officials said the tariffs set to be imposed on more than 800 U.S. imports are "strategic" and designed to target some states.

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Yayoi Kusama, groundbreaking artist known for her signature polka dots, dies at 97 -- The paintings, sculptures and museum installations of Yayoi Kusama, one of Japan's most respected contemporary artists, were widely exhibited around the world.

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The Hidden Virtues of Dolly Parton -- Equally beloved by Baptist church ladies and buxom drag queens, Dolly's Southern charm drew everyone into her orbit.

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Caitlin Flanagan: Dolly Parton, Pure Product of America -- Try to think of anyone who has made as deep and long-lasting a mark on American culture as she has.

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What College Is Really For -- The whole world will keep telling you to find yourself, but college should teach you instead to look beyond yourself in pursuit of something larger.

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ICE arrests of people without criminal records hit record high, new data shows -- The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.

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Pentagon upgrades awards of 3 Marines for actions after Abbey Gate attack -- Five years after the attack in Afghanistan that killed 13 service members, the Pentagon upgraded the awards of three Marines who provided care in the wake of the blast.

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24 states sue to block new Postal Service rules for mail voting -- The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.

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Man with Sen. Dan Sullivan's name advances from Alaska U.S. Senate primary -- A man with the same name as Alaska's incumbent U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan has advanced to the general election -- Aug 26

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First on CBS - Trump hasn't decided on Leavitt's replacement as press secretary, sources say - President Trump hasn't settled on a replacement for White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, whose last day is Friday, according to administration officials close to the situation. Aug 26

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How much interest can a $50,000 9-month CD account earn now? -- A $50,000 9-month CD can earn savers a sizable return without requiring a long-term loss of access to their money.

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Can you settle $50,000 in credit card debt without filing bankruptcy? -- Can you avoid bankruptcy with $50,000 in credit card debt? Here's what your other options could look like.

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Is refinancing worth it for a 1% lower student loan rate now? -- A 1% student loan rate cut may not look substantial, but the potential savings can add up when you refinance. -- Aug 26

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Boston Scientific says a cyberattack is disrupting its global operations -- Medical device maker said it is working to assess the scope of the attack and business interruption. -- Aug 26

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Meta settles social media addiction suit for up to $17.1 billion -- Meta agreed to pay up to $17.1 billion to settle allegations that its social media platforms are addictive.

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July PCE inflation index held at 3.7% annual pace, hotter than expected -- The Personal Consumption Expenditures index was unchanged from June, highlighting stubborn inflationary pressures. -- Aug 26

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Survey pinpoints the behavior on planes that people find most annoying -- Here's what travelers think about shared armrests, reclined seats and fellow passengers' use of tech on planes.

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Lindsay Clancy attorney's closing arguments -- Lindsay Clancy's defense attorney, Kevin Reddington, made his closing arguments in the high-stakes murder trial in Massachusetts.

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Tributes to Dolly Parton pour in -- Fans worldwide are sharing their love for the beloved singer and humanitarian Dolly Parton after her death at age 80. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports from Dollywood.

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Desperate rescue work after Nepal floods -- Search and rescue teams are looking for hundreds of people reportedly missing in Nepal after deadly floods swept through mountain towns and villages. International Federation of the Red Cross coordinator Shrinkhala Thapa speaks on emergency efforts.

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Alex Warren on sophomore album "WILDCHILD" -- Alex Warren, whose breakout hit "Ordinary" topped charts in 2025, releases his second album on Friday. The singer-songwriter sat down with Anthony Mason to talk about how his new record differs from his first, and how he found inspiration from the loss of his parents.

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NASA chief on space race with China -- NASA administrator Jared Isaacman joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the space race with China, the agency's plan to build a moon base at the lunar south pole, and the next Artemis mission.

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Pancreatic cancer pill offers new hope -- A new pill that can treat pancreatic cancer has been approved by the FDA, but the cost of the medicine is causing some people concern.

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