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60 Minutes - Margaret Atwood: The 60 Minutes Interview - Margaret Atwood's fiction tells of future worlds plagued by totalitarianism, environmental collapse, and global pandemic. At 86, she looks not forward but back at her own life in a new memoir. 23H ago - 13:11

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Hayden Panettiere remembered by co-stars and friends after her death -- Co-stars and friends of Hayden Panettiere​ are remembering her for her friendship, intelligence and talent after her shocking death on Sunday.

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House Ethics investigating Rep. Gomez for alleged sexual misconduct -- The allegations include "engaging in inappropriate sexual contact with a House staffer," according to the committee.

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Penn State frat brothers charged with running cocaine trafficking ring -- Two Penn State fraternities are at the center of a cocaine trafficking ring bust, leading to charges against 14 people, authorities said.

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Trump orders Pentagon to "substantially reduce" exercises with South Korea -- President Trump said Sunday that the joint military exercises with South Korea are costly and they "send a signal that is totally inappropriate and hostile" to North Korea.

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Luigi Mangione's New York trial postponed -- Luigi Mangione's New York state trial on second-degree murder charges is being delayed.

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Lindsay Clancy's mother testifies "she had thoughts of harming the children" -- Lindsay Clancy's Massachusetts murder trial resumed Monday in Plymouth Superior Court. Clancy's mother and sister were on the stand after the prosecution rested its case.

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Trial starts in Microsoft exec's murder allegedly hatched by ex-wife -- Jared Bridegan was repeatedly shot outside his vehicle while his 2-year-old child was strapped in a car seat.

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Woman fights off bear with spray after being attacked on trail in Alaska -- A woman was running alone on a path called the Wolverine Bowl Trail when the brown bear attacked her, officials said.

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RFK Jr.'s hunt for autism culprits stalls amid Trump's baseless vaccine order -- Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.

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The Scientists Who Want to Steer Hurricanes -- A new study suggests cloud seeding could help us divert tropical storms. But do we have the right to meddle with acts of God?

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Douglas Murray: The Tragedy of Jason Arday -- Before he died, he pondered his own possible downfall. Instead of blaming racism, his defenders should admit the true cause of his collapse.

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Mangione Pleaded Guilty to Stalking. He's Still on the Hook for Murder. -- Despite his federal plea, New York can almost certainly still prosecute him for serious crimes.

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Trump welcomes 16-year-old lifeguard and boy he rescued to the Oval Office -- President Trump praised lifeguard Ryder Williams for his bravery, saying his rescue of a 10-year-old boy in treacherous waters was "incredible."

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CENTCOM commander tries to ease concerns about USS Abraham Lincoln -- President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have disputed concerns about conditions aboard the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln.

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Ex-prosecutor fired over FACE Act case sues DOJ for unlawful termination -- Sunita Doddamani argues that she was terminated as an assistant U.S. attorney because she prosecuted activists accused of blocking an entrance to an abortion clinic.

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Jared Kushner met with Hamas leaders in Egypt to discuss Gaza peace deal -- Jared Kushner, who is President Trump's son-in-law, is set to meet next with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who rejected the latest peace proposal last week.

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Beshear says he's "heard absolutely nothing" from McConnell -- Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said he hasn't heard back from Sen. Mitch McConnell following formal requests for an update on his health last month amid a weekslong hospitalization. -- Aug 16

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How much can you earn by putting $50,000 in a 6-month CD this August? -- A $50,000 6-month CD could lock in a solid return, especially if you lock in a CD rate before they shift again.

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Can old debt be re-added to your credit report? -- Old debt can occasionally resurface on your credit report, but that doesn't necessarily mean it belongs there.

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Why is a debt collector calling about a debt that's not on your credit report?

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Can debt collectors garnish your 401(k) if you owe money?

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Is a HELOC or home equity loan better for borrowers now? -- There are pros and cons of both options in this market, but one could make more sense than the other, experts say.

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No emergency fund? You may currently own the safety net you need.

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How much will a $100,000 home equity loan cost monthly right now?

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Has your license plate been tracked by Flock? Here's how to check. -- The website​ HaveIBeenFlocked has compiled a database of 4.6 million license plate records that have appeared in roughly 242 million Flock searches.

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Trump family crypto firm granted conditional approval to establish a bank -- The plan has sparked criticism from Democrats, who argue that granting bank status to a business affiliated with the Trump family poses a conflict of interest.

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Stellantis recalls nearly 850,000 vehicles over rearview camera issue -- The car manufacturer is also recalling another 107,000 vehicles outside the U.S. over the same issue.

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FDA upgrades egg recall linked to salmonella to highest risk level -- U.S. food regulators say 1.6 million cartons of recalled eggs can "cause serious adverse health consequences or death." -- Aug 14

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How to get a refund for Trump tariffs struck down by Supreme Court -- The U.S. has refunded more than $100 billion in illegal tariffs to businesses, and some of that money is going to consumers - here's what to know. -- Aug 14

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Expert on USS Lincoln reports -- U.S. service members aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln are reportedly struggling with mental health issues amid a record-breaking deployment at sea. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean has more.

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Suge Knight could testify in Tupac trial -- Marion Hugh "Suge" Knight Jr., who cofounded Death Row Records, is on the witness list in the trial of the man accused of ordering Tupac Shakur's murder, which begins Monday. Celebrity attorney Chris Melcher has more.

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How U.S.-Iran stalemate impacts oil prices -- The U.S. and Iran remain in a stalemate as the 60-day negotiation period expires, and access to the Strait of Hormuz remains unclear. Emily Peck, a markets correspondent for Axios, joins with more.

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Hayden Panettiere dies at 36 -- Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in "Remember the Titans" and "Heroes," has died at 36, her publicist confirmed. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn reports.

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Mardi Gras Indians keeping tradition alive -- The Mardi Gras Indians, or Black Masking Indians, have been around since the 1800s. Members spend months painstakingly handcrafting suits to be worn while marching through New Orleans' neighborhoods.

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U.S. vets with PTSD take psychedelic journey -- 60 Minutes joined U.S. veterans with PTSD on a week-long psychedelic retreat in Mexico. Nearly a year later, most of the vets said the experience with psilocybin was life-changing.

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Indiana Hoosiers: from outcast to undefeated -- Indiana University football was known for losing. That changed with the recent historic season, when head coach Curt Cignetti and quarterback Fernando Mendoza led the team to a national championship. -- Aug 9

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Inside author Mitch Albom's Haiti orphanage -- In Port-au-Prince, Haiti's gang-controlled capital, there's an orphanage taking in the most at-risk kids. It's run by bestselling author Mitch Albom and his wife Janine. -- Aug 9

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Sunday Morning Extended Interviews - Extended interview: Corinne Bailey Rae - In this web exclusive, British singer-songwriter Corinne Bailey Rae talks with Seth Doane about growing up in Leeds and feeling on the margins; the influence of Billie Holiday and Kurt Cobain on her music; the breakout success of "Put Your Records On"; the devastating loss of her first husband; finding love again; and what aging has taught her. Jul 26 - 21:14

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Extended interview: Shania Twain -- In this web exclusive, singer-songwriter Shania Twain, then performing at Wembley Stadium in London, talked with correspondent Seth Doane about the cathartic experience of creating her autobiographical new album, "Little Miss Twain."

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Extended interview: Gracie Abrams, Aaron Dessner -- In this web exclusive, singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams and producer Aaron Dessner talk with correspondent Tracy Smith about their latest album, "Daughter From Hell."

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Extended interview: J.K. Simmons -- In this web exclusive, the character actor who won an Academy Award for "Whiplash" talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about his roles, the epitomes of real characters.

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Extended interview: Larry David -- In this web exclusive, Larry David talks with longtime friend and collaborator Susie Essman about his new HBO sketch comedy series, "Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness."

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