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Live -- U.N. experts say U.S. may have committed war crimes with 2 Iran strikes -- U.N.-commissioned rights experts say there are "reasonable grounds" to believe the U.S. committed war crimes with strikes that killed scores of Iranian civilians.

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Patrick Clancy says he still talks to his kids "all the time" -- This Sunday on 60 Minutes, Patrick Clancy talks about his grief, his memories of his children, and the baseless conspiracy theories that flooded social media since his ex-wife's murder trial.

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First on CBS -- Trump ordered DOJ not to appeal ruling loosening gun limits, sources say -- President Trump ordered the Justice Department not to appeal a court ruling that loosened restrictions on firearms known as "gangster weapons," sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.

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Farmer who voted for Trump says farmers are "all just in survival mode" -- Matt Bell said he initially supported Trump's policies but now feels he and other farmers were "sold a bill of goods" that there was a plan to "put America's farmers and ranchers first."

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Investigation -- There are more trucks on U.S. highways. But the government is inspecting them less. -- A CBS News investigation finds that more than 600 people have died in crashes since 2024 with trucks operated by companies that had never been subjected to a roadside safety inspection.

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Holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy trial says he "didn't have any doubts" -- Michael Desronvil, the lone holdout juror in the high-profile Lindsay Clancy murder trial, said he "didn't have any doubts" during deliberations.

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F-16 from Texas crashes in Michigan, evacuation order issued -- Blair Township Supervisor Nicole Blonshine said she was told the aircraft was an F-16 but does not have "100% confirmation." The pilot parachuted out before it crashed, she said.

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Trump photo shows him viewing "Kennedy Center demolished" document -- In court documents filed Wednesday by Rep. Joyce Beatty, a witness said he saw a "forklift run into and hit the pillars" of the building.

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Patrick Clancy's wife to appear on 60 Minutes -- Ross Douthat's interview with Patrick Clancy and Dr. Rachel Danis airs Sunday on 60 Minutes.

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Iran downed at least 2 American drones in recent days, U.S. officials say

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Exclusive - Photos show widespread damage at U.S. positions caused by Iranian attacks - The images were sent to CBS News by active service members under condition of anonymity. Sep 15

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Princess Diana's brother claims Charles told him, "we'll forget her soon" -- The late Prince Diana's brother claims in a new book that King Charles had "contempt" for his ex-wife, telling him she would be forgotten "soon enough."

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Grand Teton park forced to kill bear due to visitors' "poor decisions" -- A black bear was euthanized in Grand Teton National Park after "poor decisions" made by human visitors, according to park officials.

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Alabama executes killer of famous Elvis impersonator by lethal injection -- Alabama executed a man with a chemical injection Thursday, months after a judge blocked the state from putting him to death with nitrogen gas.

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GOP congresswoman says Trump immigration enforcement has "gone too far" -- "The same Hispanics who helped you get to the White House in 2024 feel betrayed," said Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar.

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What the Fed's rate hike reveals about Warsh, Trump and inflation -- The Fed's first rate hike in more than three years underscores the challenge of taming inflation as the Iran war drags on.

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Body of last missing hiker found after Grand Canyon flooding -- Human remains found in the Grand Canyon this week have been identified as Timothy Allen Smith, the last person missing after deadly flash flooding in late August.

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1,700-year-old fragment of "Odyssey" discovered inside library book -- The paper was found inside a collection of early Christian manuscripts purchased by Utrecht University in the mid-20th century.

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I slept in the room where Lizzie Borden's stepmom was killed. Here's what I found. -- In 2019, a brave team of "48 Hours producers" traveled to Fall River, Massachusetts, to spend the night in the house where Andrew and Abby Borden were found brutally murdered.

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Exclusive -- Family blames Texas' "merciless" abortion ban for woman's death, sues Paxton, others -- The family of 37-year-old Tierra Walker filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and others, saying she was denied an abortion that could have saved her life.

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Investigation -- A trusted seal made websites look legit. The weight-loss drug they sold wasn't. -- Selling retatrutide commercially is prohibited by federal law. Yet, companies have promoted the drug on social media, thanks in part to being certified by LegitScript.

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First on CBS -- Air Force officer prayed while "free-falling" after being shot down in Iran -- Badly wounded and alone in Iran's desert, downed U.S. Air Force officer Dude 44 Bravo evaded capture for days as the Iranian forces and the U.S. military searched for him.

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Niall Ferguson: AIpocalypse Now -- It's not just the next 9/11, enabled by AI, that is coming. It's the next global financial crisis. It's the next pandemic. It might even be the next world war. What, if anything, can we do about it?

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Tyler Cowen: The AI Slowdown Is Not What It Seems -- The changes embraced by AI companies over the weekend may improve safety, but they exclude the one thing that could delay AI progress.

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The Founder Building an Actual Unicorn -- Critics say Josie Zayner's gene-editing start-up is messing with Mother Nature. She said, 'Being a god is just being 100 years in the future.'

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Senate Democrat blocks bill to shield Americans from data center energy costs -- One Senate Democrat scuttled a Republican-led effort to pass legislation aimed at shielding Americans from energy costs attributed to data centers, saying it didn't go far enough.

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White House withdraws ICE director nominee Richard Schroyer -- Richard Schroyer's nomination was held up in the Senate. The White House eventually pulled it.

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Canada, EU look to forge an "Alliance for the Future" amid Trump threats -- Canada's leader draws regular scorn from President Trump, but European leaders gave him a standing ovation as they aim to push their ties to "the highest level."

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House cuts week short, adjourns until after midterms -- House Speaker Mike Johnson canceled votes in the chamber that were planned for Thursday ahead of a six-week recess.

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Former U.S. Sen. Jon Kyl of Arizona dies at 84 -- Former U.S. Sen. Jon Kyl, who represented Arizona in both chambers of Congress over nearly three decades, has died at 84.

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3 savings moves to make post-Fed rate hike -- The Federal Reserve raised interest rates this week. Here are three savvy moves savers should make in response.

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How much interest can a $50,000 5-year CD account earn now?

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How much interest can a $50,000 3-year CD account earn if opened now?

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What happens if you pay less than the minimum on your credit card? -- Paying something toward your credit card bill may seem better than doing nothing, but it comes with consequences.

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Does making a partial payment stop debt collection calls?

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Can a debt relief company help after you've been sued for unpaid debt?

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How much will a $750,000 annuity pay each month in 2026? -- A $750,000 annuity may provide you with a sizable retirement income, but the monthly payout can vary widely.

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How much can you withdraw from an annuity without a penalty?

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What should seniors do now if Social Security is cut in 2032? 4 options to consider

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No relief in sight for U.S. drivers as gas and diesel prices surge -- The Iran war and Russia-Ukraine conflict are knocking out global refining capacity, pushing fuel prices higher, analysts said.

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1 in 3 Americans with health insurance have medical debt, survey finds -- Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.

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Millionaires are everywhere in the U.S., new book says -- Getting rich in the U.S. is still possible, but the most common path to wealth doesn't involve working for other people, according to a new book.

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Federal Reserve raises interest rates for first time since 2023 -- The Fed increased its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points to battle resurgent inflation driven by soaring energy prices. -- Sep 16

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F-16 fighter jet crashes in Michigan -- An F-16 fighter jet crashed in northern Michigan on Thursday, narrowly missing homes as it slammed into the ground a few miles south of Traverse City. Jason Allen reports.

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Latest on Trump-Kennedy Center drama -- With fencing blocking the Kennedy Center doors on Thursday, its executive director, a President Trump appointee, said the center is closed due to a "risk to public safety." Ed O'Keefe has the new details.

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Princess Diana's brother's new accusations -- The late Princess Diana's brother issued new accusations against Britain's royal family on CBS Sunday Morning in an interview that will air this weekend. Holly Williams has a preview.

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CBS Evening News - Patrick Clancy, his wife sit with 60 Minutes - Patrick Clancy and his new wife, fertility doctor Rachel Danis, sat down with 60 Minutes this week. Shanelle Kaul has a preview of the story, which airs Sunday. 2H ago - 1:49

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Flames shoot from plane engine after takeoff -- Passengers settling in for a flight to Mexico this week saw flames shooting from one of the plane's engines just minutes after takeoff. Kris Van Cleave has new video.

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The Daily Report - Legal expert on Trump's Kennedy Center battle - President Trump has suggested that he might demolish the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the constitutional implications. 4H ago - 3:49

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Buffalo Bills kick off NFL Week 2 -- The Buffalo Bills kick off Week 2 of the NFL season with a home opener in their new stadium Thursday night. CBS Sports NFL analyst Mike Renner has more.

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A look at JD Vance's time at Yale Law -- Chris Whipple, contributing writer at Vanity Fair, joins "The Daily Report" to walk through his reporting on how JD Vance's time at Yale Law may have contributed to his evolution from being an outspoken critic of President Trump to being his vice president.

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FBI expands AI usage despite safety warnings -- FBI Director Kash Patel said this week the bureau is expanding its AI usage. That statement came just as OpenAI disclosed 6 new instances of "unexpected or concerning" AI behavior. Ian Krietzberg, AI correspondent at Puck News, joins "The Daily Report."

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Salazar: Hispanic Trump voters feel betrayed -- Republican Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar says Hispanic Trump voters are feeling "betrayed" by his immigration crackdown. CBS News' political director Fin G mez breaks down what this means for midterms.

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