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Witness describes Amazon cargo plane crash in Miami: Something from a movie -- Five people were killed and five others were injured when a plane overshot a runway at Miami International Airport and crashed.

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At least 5 dead in Amazon cargo plane crash at Miami airport

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Oil prices up as Iran says it will expand control over Strait of Hormuz -- A top Iranian official says Tehran will impose an "exclusion zone" outside the Strait of Hormuz as it seeks to tighten its chokehold on tanker traffic.

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Drone activity at border drops 75% after U.S. uses laser weapon, military says -- In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.

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Armed man arrested for allegedly charging at Democratic Ohio governor candidate -- The suspect "aggressively shoved his way through the crowd" toward Amy Acton, Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene told CBS News.

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Far-right AfD wins big in German regional election, falls short of majority -- Alternative for Germany failed to secure an absolute majority in the state legislature to govern alone and overcome the so-called firewall of mainstream parties' refusal to work with AfD.

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Hurricane warning issued for western Hawaii as Lowell approaches -- The National Hurricane Center posted a hurricane warning for western Hawaii's Kauai County as Hurricane Lowell - a major Category 3 storm - moved toward the area packing 115 mph sustained winds.

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GOP conference chair says Miller is "our nominee right now" despite allegations -- House Republican Conference Chair Lisa McClain said she is supporting Rep. Max Miller's reelection bid for a third term because "I will support anyone with an R behind their name."

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How AI is reshaping the U.S. Open for players and fans -- At the U.S. Open, artificial intelligence is giving players and fans a new way to experience the tournament. -- Sep 4

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

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What's open and closed on Labor Day 2026? -- Most major retail stores and grocery chains will remain open on Labor Day, while banks will close.

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Man unknowingly buys former plantation house where his ancestors were enslaved -- An Air Force veteran wanted a new house for large family gatherings; he ended up getting an incredible link to his family's past.

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Michigan Secretary of State says voters will "know the truth" about elections -- Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson said she will ensure all eligible voters can submit ballots in the midterm elections, after a judge again blocked the Trump administration's mail-in voting order.

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Museum to return remains of 39 people taken during colonial rule in India -- The Pitt Rivers Museum, one of the world's leading institutions for anthropology, ethnology and archaeology, holds over 6,000 artifacts from the Naga community in India.

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Former Cuban President Ra l Castro appears publicly after hospitalization -- Former Cuban President Ra l Castro has reappeared in public at a military event celebrating an army branch's anniversary.

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How Seth Meyers got to "SNL" via Amsterdam -- Seth Meyers said the Dutch improv theater Boom Chicago gave him and his comedy partner Jill Benjamin a "road map" to create a show that eventually got the attention of "Saturday Night Live."

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Trump envoys say Ukraine talks were "very meaningful" after Moscow visit -- After meeting Putin, President Trump's envoys are expected to discuss a proposal to end the war in Ukraine.

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Rep. Crow says Congress hasn't been briefed on Hegseth leak investigation -- Democratic Rep. Jason Crow said neither he nor his colleagues in Congress have received "any information" about Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's sweeping leak investigation.

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Is It Right to Hold Your Kids Back in Kindergarten? -- 'People will do anything to get an edge,' said one Florida mom. 'At what point does it become too ridiculous? When does it stop?'

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Tyler Cowen: Is College Still Worth It? -- Yes, but not for the reason you think.

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Meta Will Spend Millions for Teen Therapy. It's a Mistake. -- The company's settlement with 47 U.S. states calls for it to help fund counseling for screen-addicted kids. There are better things to do with the money.

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Fetterman texts reveal impatience with constituent duties -- A former staffer confirmed that Sen. John Fetterman has routinely dismissed and at times refused to do core aspects of the job.

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Trump, Vance to speak at RNC Midterm Convention in Dallas -- Republican National Committee Midterm Convention is a rare mid-cycle gathering of party leaders and delegates President Trump has called as a way to rally the party faithful ahead of November's contests. -- Sep 5

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Judge lets Pentagon move forward with firing Stars and Stripes journalists -- The Pentagon accused two of the Stars and Stripes journalists of insubordination after one of them had told "CBS Sunday Morning" in a July interview that she worked for Stars and Stripes, "not for the Pentagon, not for any administration, not for any policymaker." -- Sep 4

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Exclusive -- Illinois senators blast FAA for holding air traffic controller raises "hostage" -- The Homeland Security and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act set aside​ $140 million to give controllers a 3.8% pay raise, but they have so far only received the 1% raise given to all government employees.

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First on CBS -- BOP faces scrutiny over exclusive deal to sell nicotine pouches to prisoners -- The BOP in July entered into an exclusive arrangement with a Florida startup that allows the company to sell federal prisoners nicotine pouches that are not authorized by the FDA.

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How much interest can a $40,000 3-year CD earn at today's rates? -- Don't dismiss the benefits a $40,000 3-year CD can offer without first understanding the interest-earning potential.

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Here's how much interest a $150,000 6-month CD can earn savers now

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Is a CD or a high-yield savings account better to open this September?

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What are the monthly payments on a $25,000 home equity loan right now? -- A $25,000 home equity loan could provide the secure financing that many homeowners need in today's economy.

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How much will a $150,000 HELOC cost monthly if opened now?

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How much will a $150,000 home equity loan cost monthly now?

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Can making a partial credit card payment prevent a charge-off? -- A partial card payment may buy you some breathing room, but what happens next depends on how much you pay.

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What happens if you're sued while enrolled in a debt forgiveness program?

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Best debt relief companies, plus advice borrowers need to know now

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Gas prices at record high for any Labor Day weekend -- The average price of regular gas was $4.14 a gallon heading into the holiday, nearly $1 higher than last year and well above the Labor Day weekend record of $3.82 from 2012, according to AAA.

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Employer and worker health plan costs expected to jump in 2027 -- Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers. -- Sep 4

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See the U.S. cities where worker pay is rising fastest -- Although worker wages have risen modestly this year, pay is increasing much faster in some metro areas than in others, labor data shows. -- Sep 4

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The Social Security Administration overpaid her. Now she owes $35,000. -- The agency told a woman that she has 30 days to pay it back. Otherwise, it would cut her benefits by 50% while it collects what it overpaid. -- Sep 4

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August jobs report shows U.S. added 162,000 jobs, blowing past forecasts -- Strong hiring last month was driven by gains in education and in leisure and hospitality, with the nation's jobless rate remaining steady at 4.1%. -- Sep 4

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Amazon cargo plane crash kills 5 people -- An Amazon cargo plane overshot a runway in Miami, Florida, killing at least five people and injuring more, authorities said. The NTSB and FAA are investigating the crash. Skyler Henry reports.

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Labor Day travel costs skyrocket -- Millions of Americans are set to travel home on Monday as gas prices continue to climb. Lilia Luciano reports.

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Trump calls Iran conflict "small potatoes" -- President Trump called the Iran conflict "small potatoes" as war escalated between the two countries over the last two weeks. Taurean Small and Tom Hanson report.

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Armed man arrested after charging at Democratic Ohio governor candidate -- An armed man was arrested after charging toward the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, Amy Acton, on Sunday during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, injuring several people, campaign officials said.

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CBS Mornings - 2 friends hit the road for a good cause - On today's "Beg-Knows America," David Begnaud meets two friends who hit the road for a good cause, a man who reads to shelter pets, and more. 2H ago - 6:19

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Is therapy speak hurting young women? -- Dr. Suzanne Garfinkle-Crowell, author of "Girlhood, Translated," joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss how therapy language has changed how people talk about their feelings.

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Is quitting good for you? -- Journalist and author Lindsay Crouse sits down with "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new book, "The Case for Quitting: The Surprising Benefits of Opting Out."

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American farmers sell herds over high costs -- American farmers are struggling with drought and high feed costs, leading to some selling their herds. Ian Lee reports.

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60 Minutes - Amsterdam improv club behind comedy legends - Some of the biggest American comics have gotten their starts at Boom Chicago, an Amsterdam improv theater. Seth Meyers, Jordan Peele, Amber Ruffin and Jason Sudeikis have all cracked jokes there. 16H ago - 13:18

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Reclaiming history on a former plantation -- An Air Force veteran wanted a new house for large family gatherings; he ended up getting an incredible link to his family's past.

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The Kanneh-Masons: Meet the musical siblings -- The Kanneh-Mason family boasts seven classically trained musicians, each under the age of 30. The siblings have toured the world and recorded chart-topping albums. -- Aug 30

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The sinking of the Cap Arcona Nazi ship -- The Cap Arcona, a Nazi ship, was attacked by British Royal Air Force planes near the end of World War II. Thousands of prisoners died as the ship sank in the horrific and little-known disaster. -- Aug 30

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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. -- Aug 23

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