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Former CDC official: RFK Jr.'s response to measles "not based on science" -- Dr. Debra Houry, who resigned in protest from the health agency, said the spread of misinformation impacted lives.

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Swift-Kelce wedding festivities kick off -- Wedding celebrations are getting underway at Madison Square Garden as pop superstar Taylor Swift and Super Bowl champion Travis Kelce prepare to celebrate their wedding. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent has more.

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CBS Mornings - Eye Opener: Heat impact on July Fourth - More than half of the U.S. is still experiencing intense temperatures as a brutal heat wave continues into the holiday weekend. Plus, America turns 250 years old this weekend. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener. 1H ago - 1:46

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Dangerous heat wave impact on July Fourth -- An intense heat wave is sweeping across the East Coast as final preparations are underway for Fourth of July celebrations. Rob Marciano has a look at the forecast and its impact.

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U.S. beats Bosnia and Herzegovina -- The U.S. beat Bosnia and Herzegovina in their first World Cup knockout round win since 2002 and will move on to play Belgium. But they'll be without star Folarin Balogun, who got a red card early in the second half of the match. Nicole Valdes reports. -- Jul 2

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How Gen Z feels about the U.S. and future -- In the "CBS Mornings" series "USA to Z," Gen Z, who are those born between 1997 and 2012, open up about stereotypes regarding their generation, political divides and the future of the U.S. -- Jul 2

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Where to get the latest CBS Mornings Deals -- On this edition of CBS Mornings Deals, we show you items that will help improve your everyday lifestyle. Visit cbsdeals.com to take advantage of these exclusive deals today. CBS earns commissions on purchases made through cbsdeals.com. -- Jul 2

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"Vanishingly rare" copy of Declaration of Independence found in U.K. -- A volunteer at the National Archives in London found the document among other papers seized from an American ship in 1776.

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What's open and closed on July 3 and July 4? See which stores are operating. -- Major retail stores will be open on Friday, although some may have modified hours on Saturday, July 4.

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Man who sold land for Kushner-backed Albania resort facing criminal probe -- A man who sold land for a controversial Jared Kushner-backed luxury development in Albania is suspected of money laundering and drug trafficking.

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donate $26 million ahead of wedding -- Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donated to 20 local and national charities ahead of their wedding Friday.

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Kennedy Center selling $25,000 ticket package to watch D.C. July 4th fireworks -- The Washington, D.C., fireworks show, which is sponsored by the Trump-backed organization Freedom 250, is not slated to begin until 10:30 p.m. or 11 p.m.

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Trump says U.S. keeping current support levels for NATO would be "ridiculous" -- President Trump says it would be "ridiculous" for the United States to continue its "one sided" relationship with NATO. His remarks came less than a week before a NATO summit in Turkey.

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Security guard rescued from rubble 8 days after Venezuela earthquakes -- Hernan Gil was brought out on a stretcher as elated rescuers cheered and hugged each other. He was loaded into a waiting ambulance and driven away.

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Why tick season is expected to be worse than normal -- The CDC is reporting the highest rate of emergency room visits from tick bites since 2017 in many parts of the U.S.

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3 futurists predict what America will be like in the centuries ahead -- From space to healthcare and artificial intelligence, what could the next 250 years of the United States look like?

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250 essential American songs to mark nation's birthday -- What are the essential American songs? Ahead of the nation's 250th birthday, we asked that question to Sunday Morning's familiar faces, from performers to artists and writers to community leaders. -- Jun 28

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CBS to host "The Great American Block Party 250" special on July 4 -- CBS will host a primetime special celebrating America's 250th birthday on Saturday, July 4, with exclusive performances and the largest fireworks show in history.

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I'm a Female Athlete. The Supreme Court Finally Gave Us the Protection We Need. -- When Lia Thomas, a biological male, joined Penn's women's swim team, my coaches told me to accept it. The Supreme Court's ruling on transgender athletes vindicated me.

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Forget What Your Parents Told You About Money -- Buying a home, chasing credentials, and eliminating debt are not always the right decisions in today's economy.

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The Greatness of the Constitution Shines in the Birthright Citizenship Case -- The Court's decision shows that constitutionalism is strong. The Justices stood against the president, and did so on a matter of core constitutional principle.

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FBI orders field offices to send analysts to Atlanta for election probe -- The FBI is asking for analysts to help evaluate thousands of records for a "priority" investigation ordered by FBI Director Kash Patel.

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NCAA chief: No plan to change rules on transgender athletes after SCOTUS ruling -- NCAA President Charlie Baker told CBS News he doesn't think the group will need to change its rules on transgender athletes in light of a Supreme Court ruling that allowed states to ban their participation. -- Jul 1

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Trump takes first trip on Qatari-gifted Air Force One -- President Trump is traveling Wednesday to North Dakota in what marks his first trip aboard the new Air Force One, which was gifted to the U.S. by the Qatari government last year. -- Jul 1

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More than 1,000 cases under review after Broadview Six misconduct revelations -- More than 1,000 grand jury presentations are under review after charges were dismissed in the "Broadview Six" case​ due to grand jury abuses and prosecutorial misconduct, Chicago's top federal prosecutor said. -- Jul 1

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Former CIA Director John Brennan sues DOJ, Trump officials over criminal probes -- Brennan is seeking a court order to force the preservation of records in the investigations targeting him. His attorneys say he's being "vindictively singled out for investigation." -- Jul 1

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What not to do if your CD account matures this July -- Have a CD account with a July 2026 maturity date? Here are three things to avoid doing before that point.

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How much interest will an $18,000 long-term CD account earn if opened this July?

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How much interest can a $55,000 CD account earn if opened now?

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Which AC settings can actually lower your electric bill this summer? -- Dealing with high electric bills this summer? A few changes to your AC settings may help trim your cooling costs.

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Will a new central air conditioning unit lower your electric bill?

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Will a home warranty cover the cost of a central air conditioning unit?

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Silver's price is down 49% since January. Is it still a good investment? -- The price of silver has dropped substantially from a January high. Here's why it's still a good investment anyway.

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Is silver a better investment than gold this summer? Experts weigh in

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Here's why a gold investment makes sense right now

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Spotify removes streams of No. 1 song after suspicious Kalshi bets -- Spotify said the streams tied to Malcolm Todd's "Earrings" were not from genuine listeners after suspicious betting activity emerged on Kalshi.

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Employers added 57,000 jobs in June, far below forecasts -- June's payroll gains were much lower than the 100,000 new hires that economists had predicted.

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What is the "buy, borrow, die" tax strategy Gavin Newsom wants to ban? -- As a proposed billionaire tax in California moves forward, Gov. Newsom says other approaches are needed, including closing a tax loophole used by the ultra-rich.

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Trump Accounts launch July 4. Here's how they work. -- People can begin depositing money in the new tax-deferred investment accounts on Saturday, with eligible children receiving a $1,000 government contribution. -- Jul 2

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CBS News Live - CBS News 24/7 - CBS News 24/7 is the anchored streaming news service from CBS News and Stations, available free to everyone with access to the internet. Nov 26, 2014 - CBS News 24/7

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Exclusive interview: Scott Bessent -- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speaks with CBS News' Kelly O'Grady about stock donations for Trump accounts, the war in Iran, President Trump's $1.4 billion in crypto earnings and more.

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Man charged over Reflecting Pool vandalism -- Former U.S. Olympian David Hearn was indicted on Thursday on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up roughly two feet of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool last month, amid the algae blooms and political mudslinging around the president's $16 million renovation. Nicole Sganga reports.

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60 Minutes Overtime - Alan Greenspan | 60 Minutes Archive - Alan Greenspan was one of the longest-serving Federal Reserve chairs in U.S. history, steering the organization for 18 years under four presidents. Lesley Stahl spoke with Greenspan in 2007, more than a year after he retired. The former Fed chair died today at the age of 100. Jun 22 - 22:49

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60 Minutes Archive: Panini Sticker Phenomenon -- As the World Cup was kicking off in Qatar in 2022, 60 Minutes' Jon Wertheim reported on Panini soccer stickers. First created in 1970 by four brothers in Italy, the collectable trading stickers became a booming, international business and a central part of the World Cup experience.

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The "Payam Method" makes piano lessons fun -- From improvising classical music to playing songs students like, the approach by Payam Music focuses on student enjoyment while learning piano.

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Bob Dylan on New York | 60 Minutes Archive -- In 2004, Bob Dylan spoke with 60 Minutes' Ed Bradley about the role New York City played in his life. In this expanded clip from the interview outtakes, the singer-songwriter discusses his journey from Minnesota to New York. Today, the musician turns 85.

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The "Payam Method" | Sunday on 60 Minutes -- Can piano lessons be fun? Teacher Payam Khastkhodaei has a new method that he says makes students love their lessons. 60 Minutes, Sunday.

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