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Who could benefit from Trump's $1.7+ billion "weaponization" fund? -- Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the creation of the fund as part of the settlement of President Trump's lawsuit against the IRS over the leaking of his tax returns.

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Ebola strain in latest outbreak has no vaccine, no treatment -- The virus behind the latest Ebola outbreak is the Bundibugyo virus, which is less common and there is no vaccine or treatment.

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U.S. announces Ebola-related travel restrictions amid outbreak in Congo, Uganda

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Gunman kills 6, wounds 8 in latest shooting rampage in Turkey -- A man armed with a rifle carried out a string of attacks, killing at least six people and wounding eight others, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said.

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El Ni o could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns -- The upcoming El Ni o could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.

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How a growing El Ni o will affect 2026 hurricane season in Atlantic, Pacific

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Judge rules on key evidence in Luigi Mangione's case -- A New York judge ruled Monday on whether evidence found in Luigi Mangione's backpack during his arrest can be used during his state trial.

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Inside the "troubled teen" industry, when help sometimes does more harm -- A CBS News investigation into youth residential treatment programs finds allegations of abuse, a lack of federal oversight, and families left to navigate a multibillion-dollar industry largely on their own.

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198 pounds of cocaine found hidden in Kim Kardashian brand underwear -- A truck driver was sentenced to over 13 years in prison for smuggling $9.4 million worth of cocaine in a shipment of Skims, Kim Kardashian's shapewear brand.

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Tornado levels family's brand new house: "Most terrifying thing I've experienced" -- A mother and daughter hid in the basement of the home they moved into just two weeks ago when a destructive tornado tore across their Nebraska community.

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Cuba's leader says country poses "no threat" to U.S. after military drone report -- The Trump administration has placed intense pressure on Cuba's communist leadership.

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The Congresswoman Who Wants to Shoot Sea Lions -- They devour too much salmon, weigh almost as much as a Toyota Corolla, and cost $38,000 each to catch and kill. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez wants them dead.

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China vs. God: Ezra Jin and Beijing's War on Christianity -- Underground churches, middle-of-the-night arrests, and an alleged drugging: Frannie Block investigates a pastor's fight for freedom and the plight of China's Christians.

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Arthur Brooks: Inside the Mind of an Internet Troll -- Why do comment sections on news stories-and even on essays about love and happiness-so quickly become toxic dumps of vitriol?

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Trump says he's called off plans for a "scheduled attack of Iran" -- President Trump said he received a request from the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

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Senate GOP revising White House ballroom security funds plan -- The Senate's rulemaker delivered a blow to GOP plans to fund security for President Trump's overhaul of the East Wing of the White House. -- May 17

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CBS News poll finds many voice frustration with Trump's economic approach -- Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.

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Letlow, Fleming advance to runoff in Louisiana GOP Senate primary, CBS News projects -- Incumbent GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy, who had occasionally broken with the Trump administration, lost his bid for a third term. -- May 17

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Taiwan representative to U.S.: "We're not the ones creating all this trouble" -- Taiwan's representative to the U.S. Alexander Yui said on Sunday that "we want peace and stability" as Taiwan became among the most closely-watched issues in last week's summit. -- May 17

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$7,500 CD vs. $7,500 high-yield savings account vs. $7,500 money market account: Which will earn more now? -- Have $7,500 that you're looking to protect and grow? Here's how much interest you'd earn with these three accounts.

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Why a $10,000 CD account is worth opening this May

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What's the required minimum distribution from a $200,000 retirement account? -- Have $200,000 saved in a retirement account? Here's how much you'll be expected to withdraw each year.

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Can debt relief protect your Social Security or retirement income?

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NextEra Energy to acquire Dominion in a $67 billion utility deal -- The combined company will serve about 10 million utility customers across Florida, Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina.

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Pay for American workers is lagging inflation - again -- U.S. wage growth is lagging inflation for the first time since 2023, eroding consumers' purchasing power.

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Jury unanimously dismisses Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI -- California jury dismissed all charges, finding that Musk missed the three-year statute of limitations to file suit.

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Which college majors offer the best long-term return on investment? -- College grads outearn people without a degree within 15 years, even after paying for tuition, study finds.

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How will Jerome Powell be remembered as he exits as Fed chair? -- As Powell steps down after more than eight years leading the Federal Reserve, economists say he helped steer the U.S. through historic shocks but misread inflation. -- May 15

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Trump's ratings plummet, CBS News poll shows -- President Trump's approval rating has slipped to its lowest level since 2023, with more than half of Americans saying his policies are making the economy worse, a CBS News poll shows. CBS News contributor Javier David has more.

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Judge rules on evidence in Mangione trial -- New York Judge Gregory Carro ruled Monday that a gun and notebook found in the search of Luigi Mangione's possessions can be used as evidence in his state murder trial. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has the latest.

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Trump warns "the clock is ticking" for Iran -- President Trump warned Sunday on social media that "the clock is ticking" for Iran to accept a peace agreement. Iran said Monday that it responded to the latest proposal via Pakistani mediators. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest, while global affairs analyst Jonathan Wachtel joins with more insight.

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Expert on Cuba's links to Russia, China -- An Axios report on Cuba acquiring attack drones is adding to concerns about the regime's threats to the U.S. Connor Pfeiffer, a senior director of government relations at FDD Action, joins CBS News with more.

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The Takeout - CBS News Radio flashback: 1955 Geneva Summit - The year is 1955, and the world is a decade removed from the Allied victory in World War II, a monstrous conflict of never-before-seen carnage and slaughter. To avoid a third world war, the great powers tried something new: a meeting to explore trade relations, peace talks and arms control. Nikole Killion introduces CBS News Radio's coverage of the Geneva Summit. 1H ago - 5:12

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L.A. mayoral candidate Nithya Raman on campaign -- More than a dozen candidates are challenging Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass in June's primary. While Bass holds a comfortable lead in most polls, two candidates, Spencer Pratt and Nithya Raman, have gained ground in recent months. Raman joins "The Takeout" to discuss the race and her candidacy.

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U.S. doctor in Congo tests positive for Ebola -- An American doctor working in the Congo amid an Ebola outbreak has tested positive for the virus. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Celine Gounder has the latest.

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Musk says he'll appeal OpenAI lawsuit dismissal -- A California jury on Monday unanimously dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent reports.

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Axios: Cuba discussing using drones against U.S. -- In an exclusive, Axios reports that Cuba has acquired more than 300 military drones and is discussing using them to potentially attack the Guantanamo Bay U.S. detention center and possibly even part of the U.S. mainland. Axios White House correspondent Marc Caputo joins to unpack his reporting.

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The Uplift - The Uplift: Derby dream come true - David Begnaud meets a man who has attended the Kentucky Derby for 79 years in a row - and his dying wish to make it there one last time. May 16 - 20:03

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The Uplift: Desmond Bryant -- David Begnaud sits down with former NFL player Desmond Bryant, who shares how he survived a dark period in his life - and came out helping others.

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4/25: The Uplift -- A rescue dog at Pasadena Humane in Los Angeles has gone viral - and the puppy has inspired thousands of donations. Plus, David Begnaud introduces us to a young woman who shares how two high school teachers who made a life-changing impact on her as a teen.

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The Uplift: Michael Jordan -- Gayle King sits down with Michael Jordan to talk about the basketball super star's newest sports venture: NASCAR. Plus, more heartwarming news.

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The Uplift: Welcome to Hollywood -- Meet the woman who rescued a piece of the Oscars in a dumpster. Plus, we take a trip to Hollwyood to learn about the history of America's iconic film industry.

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