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Black boxes recovered from Amazon cargo plane crash in Miami, NTSB says -- The National Transportation Safety Board said Monday that both recorders are headed to Washington, D.C., and will be used to confirm data such as the plane's speed on landing.

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Witness says seeing Amazon plane crash at MIA was "something from a movie"

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The Takeout - Trump threatens think tank with defamation suit - President Trump is threatening a defamation lawsuit against the left-leaning think tank, Center for American Progress, over its new report that found National Guard deployments didn't reduce violent crime. Neera Tanden, the think tank's CEO and a former adviser to former President Joe Biden, joins "The Takeout" to discuss. Sep 4 - 5:49

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Judge allows ex-NFL players on LSU roster -- A judge ruled Thursday night that the Louisiana State University football team could roster two players who had brief stints with NFL teams. Attorneys for the Southeastern Conference say they plan to file an appeal. Yahoo Sports senior writer Ross Dellenger joins "The Takeout" to discuss.

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Fetterman texts show lack of interest in duties -- CBS News has obtained text messages between Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania and staffers that reveal he appears uninterested in doing his work in Congress. Politico House leadership reporter Riley Rogerson and NOTUS senior editor Dave Levinthal join "The Takeout" to discuss.

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FAA holding off on air traffic controller raises -- A pair of Democratic senators are accusing the head of the Federal Aviation Administration of holding pay raises for air traffic controllers "hostage." CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports.

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Steve Hilton on limiting kids' screen time -- California's Republican nominee for governor, Steve Hilton, is releasing new policy proposals in his campaign against Democratic rival Xavier Becerra, calling for the state to ban smartphones in schools. Hilton joins "The Takeout" to discuss.

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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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How the far-right AfD is causing a German political earthquake -- The AfD may not end up controlling Germany's Saxony-Anhalt state despite a landslide election victory, but the far-right party's "dream result" sends a clear message.

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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 moved toward the area as a Category 2 storm.

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Kushner attributes the lack of progress on Gaza to upcoming Israeli elections -- U.S. efforts to advance plans​ to disarm Hamas and open the way for investment into rebuilding Gaza have stalled.

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Drought, rising costs and beef import pressures squeeze Wyoming ranchers -- "It's been a year that I hope we never do it again," said Lander Nicodemus, owner of Torrington Livestock Markets, which auctions about 450,000 head of cattle each year.

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King says Prince Harry and Meghan remain private citizens after U.K. return -- Prince Harry and Meghan stepped down as senior working members of the royal family in January 2020, and this position, the letter said, "will continue to be fully respected."

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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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Pope Leo unveils new fresco at sanctuary where he prayed after his election -- Pope Leo XIV unveiled the portrait before celebrating Mass with his fellow Augustinian brothers at the Sanctuary of Our Mother of Good Counsel​ in the medieval village of Genazzano, south of Rome.

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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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U.K. anti-migrant protests condemned as "thuggish and intimidating" -- Masked British protesters snarled traffic at a busy passenger ferry port and tried to block buses carrying newly arrived migrants, drawing criticism from virtually all corners.

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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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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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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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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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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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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. -- Sep 6

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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." -- Sep 6

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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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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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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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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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Iran threatens retaliation against U.S. -- Iran threatened retaliation against U.S. strikes on Iranian tankers. Meanwhile, concern is growing over energy costs. CBS News' Taurean Small has more.

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Details emerge on Amazon cargo plane crash -- More details are emerging on the Amazon cargo plane crash near the Miami International Airport that left five people dead and more injured. CBS News' Skyler Henry has the latest.

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Lithuanian citizens mobilize against Russia -- Lithuanian citizens are mobilizing against potential Russian aggression as the U.S. special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner held talks in Moscow and Kyiv. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean has more.

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U.S. gas prices hit record high for Labor Day -- Concerns are ramping up over energy costs as the war with Iran drags on and U.S. gas prices hit record highs for Labor Day. CBS News contributor Javier David has more.

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Sunday Morning Extended Interviews - Extended interview: Gloria Steinem - Gloria Steinem, a trailblazing figure in the women's liberation movement, died on Sept. 2, 2026 at age 92. In this extended interview recorded in 2023 and posted for the first time, Steinem talked with correspondent Rita Braver about the challenges facing female journalists in the 1960s; the founding of Ms. Magazine, and the response from advertisers and the public; the use of Wonder Woman as the cover of its first freestanding issue; and why, despite setbacks in the fight for gender equality in the decades since, she considered herself a "hope-aholic." Sep 6 - 34:53

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Extended interview: Louis Vuitton artistic director Nicolas Ghesquiere -- In this web exclusive, correspondent Alina Cho talks with Nicolas Ghesquiere, artistic director of the French fashion house Louis Vuitton, the world's largest luxury brand.

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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.

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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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