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Senate rejects 6th Iran war powers resolution ahead of 60-day deadline

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Secret Service officer shot at gala was not hit by friendly fire, sources say -- Federal investigators have also determined that the suspected gunman, 31-year-old Cole Allen, fired his shotgun, the sources said.

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A train ride, selfie and more: What DOJ says happened before press gala shooting -- Cole Allen allegedly started planning the attack at the White House Correspondents' Dinner three weeks ago, a new court document filed by prosecutors says. -- Apr 29

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DOJ seeks pretrial detention of shooting suspect Cole Allen, shares new photos -- Cole Allen was charged Monday in federal court with three counts, including attempting to assassinate the president. The other two charges involved the use and transport of firearms. -- Apr 29

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Funding cuts for fentanyl test strips raise concerns: "It doesn't make sense" -- Test strips cost about $1 each and can be used to check drugs for dangerous contaminants, including fentanyl and xylazine.

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Senate passes another short-term FISA extension, hours before deadline -- The Senate on Thursday passed an extension of a key surveillance authority that allows U.S. intelligence agencies to spy on foreigners without a warrant, the latest in a back-and-forth with the House over the expiring program.

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Divers find wreck of iconic U.S. ship torpedoed in World War I, killing 131 -- The sinking of the Coast Guard Cutter Tampa killed 131 people, making it the largest loss of life on any U.S. combat ship during the war.

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Mexico wants evidence to back up U.S. drug charges against officials -- The U.S. Justice Department accused Sinaloa Governor Ruben Rocha Moya and nine other officials of working with the notorious Sinaloa cartel.

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David Allan Coe, singer who wrote "Take This Job and Shove It," dies at 86 -- David Allan Coe also had hits with "You Never Even Called Me By My Name" and "The Ride" among others.

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Jewish Londoners describe "utter horror" and living in fear after latest attack -- "We've been warning about this for a long time," one local resident told CBS News. "It's like a tsunami - you see the smaller waves before the big one hits."

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Record trove of Viking Age coins found in Norway -- A hoard of Viking Age silver coins unearthed from a field in Norway is largest discovery of its kind in the country's history.

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Tina Brown: King showed U.S.-U.K. ties are "bigger than current politics" -- CBS News contributor Tina Brown said King Charles' address to Congress during his visit to the U.S. showed "the meaning of monarchy."

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Tune in: Artemis II astronauts join "CBS Mornings" for a special live hour Friday -- A few weeks back from their trip around the moon, the Artemis crew joins CBS News for "Artemis II: A Celebration of Heroes," a town hall featuring questions from students, and special guests.

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Will America Finally Let Itself Build Nuclear Plants? -- Regulations killed American nuclear power, which provides plentiful, clean energy. Now the Trump administration is remaking the rules so we can build reactors again.

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She Was Epstein's Top Assistant. How Did She Emerge Unscathed? -- For nearly 20 years, Lesley Groff managed Epstein's life-including his massage schedule. Today, she lives in a wealthy Connecticut town, largely untouched by the scandal that engulfed so many others.

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Iran Is Drowning in Its Own Oil -- Without the Strait of Hormuz, the Iranian regime is running out of places to store oil, and it could have disastrous consequences.

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As Iran war nears key 60-day deadline, Congress and Trump face choices -- The War Powers Resolution sets deadlines for the president to end hostilities without congressional approval.

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Trump says U.S. may cut the number of American troops in Germany -- President Trump said Wednesday he is considering reducing the number of U.S. forces in Germany, amid a spat with Germany's chancellor and the NATO alliance over Iran.

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House adopts Senate-approved budget resolution to unlock ICE funding -- The budget blueprint is the first step in Republicans' two-pronged plan to end the Department of Homeland Security shutdown.

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Comey appears in court after his indictment for allegedly threatening Trump -- Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted Tuesday for allegedly making threats against President Trump.

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Supreme Court weakens Voting Rights Act, voiding Louisiana congressional map -- The Supreme Court rule 6-3 in a decision that has implications for the scope of the landmark Voting Rights Act.

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Considering tele-vet care for your pet? Here's when it makes sense (and when it doesn't)

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$40,000 CD vs. $40,000 high-yield savings account vs. $40,000 money market account: Here's which will earn more now -- Interest earnings on a $40,000 deposit will vary, sometimes significantly, depending on the account type.

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$50,000 CD vs. $50,000 high-yield savings account vs. $50,000 money market account: Which will earn the most in 2026?

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How much interest can a 3-month CD account earn this May?

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3 mortgage rate questions borrowers should ask after the Fed rate pause -- Another Fed rate pause has left mortgage borrowers with more questions than answers. Here are three to contemplate now.

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What are today's mortgage interest rates: April 30, 2026?

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What the Fed rate pause may mean for mortgage interest rates

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Oil prices hit wartime peak, with Brent crude touching $126 a barrel -- Brent crude surged past $126 a barrel early Thursday, while U.S. gasoline prices jumped to $4.30 a gallon.

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Thermos recalls 8.2 million containers after stoppers caused vision loss -- The Thermos Stainless King Food Jars and Thermos Sportsman Food & Beverage Bottles were sold at Walmart, Target and Amazon.com.

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Spotify's new badge identifies human artists as AI music floods include -- As AI-generated music spreads, Spotify says it wants to help users "trust the authenticity" of what they're listening to.

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GDP rose at 2% annual rate in first quarter as U.S. economy rebounds -- The AI boom propped up U.S. economic growth in the first quarter, but inflation due to the Iran war is casting a cloud.

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Buying a computer? AI is making it more expensive. -- A memory chip shortage is driving up computer prices for consumers, reversing a decades-long drop in hardware costs.

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Lawmakers grill Hegseth about the Iran war -- Lawmakers are pressing Pentagon officials about the Iran war during hearings on Capitol Hill. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.

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Coast Guard chief on shutdown's impacts -- Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Kevin Lunday says guardsmen are going into debt to follow orders amid a partial government shutdown that he says is putting the military branch in a critical position. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.

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Stars preview "Devil Wears Prada 2" -- Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci are reprising their iconic roles for "The Devil Wears Prada 2" 20 years after the original film was released. The stars speak to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King and give an inside look at the movie.

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Lindsey Vonn on recovery after Olympic crash -- Lindsey Vonn opened up to "CBS Mornings" about her recovery after a devastating crash at the Olympics that caused her to almost lose her leg. She said "it's been a hard road" but her leg "feels great." While Vonn said she's still focused on her physical recovery she wants to ski in the future "regardless if I'm racing."

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60 Minutes - Ben Sasse: The 60 Minutes Interview - Former Sen. Ben Sasse, dying of cancer, is using the time he has as "an opportunity to talk about bigger stuff." He reflects on America's future, and the importance of faith, community and family. Apr 26 - 13:14

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President Trump: 2026 60 Minutes Interview -- President Trump details his experience at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where a gunman charged toward the ballroom. He says he wasn't worried and praised the actions of law enforcement.

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The Pigeon Mafia -- They look like ordinary pigeons. But within the world of pigeon racing, some are worth more than luxury cars. Now, these feathered Ferraris are being targeted by international criminal networks.

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Rachel Goldberg-Polin | 60 Minutes Interview -- When Hamas abducted her son Hersh, Rachel Goldberg-Polin became the face of the hostage crisis in Israel. Since his murder, she says she has learned that the constant pain of grief is a "badge of love.

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Turning recordings of animals into music -- Stewart Copeland, best known as the drummer with The Police, teamed up with naturalist Martyn Stewart for "Wild Concerto." Their album combines music with the sounds of animals.

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