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Live - U.S. might return to negotiations "at some point," Trump says - President Trump said Wednesday the U.S. might return to negotiations with Iran eventually, but said currently "the situation is so good." updated 31M ago

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5 Americans among 7 people killed in Kenya helicopter crash -- NBCUniversal said its Florida-based journalist, Jose Alberto Suarez, was among those killed in the crash.

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Trump says he expects to meet with North Korea's Kim Jong Un this year -- President Trump wants to meet again with Kim Jong Un to discuss denuclearization, the Wall Street Journal reports, despite having nothing to show for 3 previous summits.

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National debt tops $40 trillion after doubling in under 10 years -- Federal debt has mounted amid tax cuts and trillions in pandemic spending, adding to the nation's interest payments.

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Michael Cohen, Trump's fixer-turned-nemesis, says he'll interview former boss -- "This is the first public conversation between the president and myself in eight years," said Cohen.

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Trump nominates policy aide Dr. Heidi Overton as next FDA commissioner -- President Trump announced he's nominating Dr. Heidi Overton, a deputy assistant to the president for domestic policy, to be the next head of the FDA.

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Woman told House panel that Gomez sexually assaulted her, attorneys say -- The California Democrat said Monday that he "made personal mistakes outside my marriage" and that his "actions were consensual in nature."

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She's lived through unimaginable grief. Her advice: "Reach for the joy." -- Author and grief coach Kate Doerge joined Norah O'Donnell for a candid talk about coping with grief.

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Moderna stock surges as melanoma vaccine trial shows "landmark moment" -- Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.

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Lindsay Clancy trial ends early due to "unforeseen circumstance" -- Lindsay Clancy's trial continued Wednesday in Massachusetts, though testimony for the day ended earlier than expected.

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Key moments from the Lindsay Clancy trial as the defense starts to make its case

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Woman describes confronting man in Chucky-style mask who chased her -- Police in Philadelphia are searching for a man they say chased at least a half dozen people last week within a half hour while wearing a Chucky-style mask.

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Moving pillowcase leads to discovery of reptiles in car seized at border -- Federal officers found a moving pillowcase in a car that was seized at the U.S.-Mexico border. A collection of stolen exotic reptiles was inside.

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Israel orders criminal probe into killing of 5-year-old Hind Rajab in Gaza -- Israel says military police will investigate the killing of Hind Rajab, a young girl in Gaza whose death at the hands of its forces drew an international outcry.

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Army unit offers 4-day pass to play Grand Theft Auto as reenlistment incentive -- Eligible soldiers must reenlist for a minimum of two years and up to six years.

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Women lag in high-paying AI jobs boom, LinkedIn study finds -- AI jobs can command a premium, but women are disproportionately underrepresented in such roles, according to hiring data.

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Darline Graham says she's "not that informed on national security" at debate -- The Republican nominee for the South Carolina Senate seat will be determined in the runoff between Sen. Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman on Aug. 25.

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Bodies of climbers who vanished 34 years ago found in Swiss Alps -- The bodies of two climbers who disappeared in the Swiss Alps in 1992 have been found, freed from a melting glacier, police said.

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Harvard to pay $53 million after morgue manager sold body parts -- Harvard University has agreed to pay $53 million to resolve lawsuits by families alleging it mishandled the bodies of loved ones donated to its medical school.

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A City's War on Surveillance Cameras -- Activists in upstate New York say their fight against Flock's license plate cameras is the first step in dismantling Big Tech's overreach.

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The Not-So-Special Relationship -- Israel and the United States should always be allies and friends, but they need space to enact differing policies when their real interests diverge.

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A Race Between Two Clocks in Iran -- The outflow of oil through the Strait of Hormuz may be greater than we think, but Americans' tolerance for the continuation of an unpopular war may be shorter than we think.

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Florida democratic socialist Angie Nixon says "it's not about labels" -- Florida state Rep. Angie Nixon defeated Alex Vindman in Tuesday's primary, setting up the race against GOP Sen. Ashley Moody in November.

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Scandal-ridden Cory Mills ousted in GOP primary in Florida's 7th District

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Byron Donalds, David Jolly to face off in Florida governor's race

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Wasserman Schultz wins Democratic primary for Florida's District 20

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How progressive wins in Democratic primaries are shaping the midterms -- Progressive momentum has been a prominent storyline as Democrats look to flip control of the House and Senate next year. But how far will it go?

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Shapiro on data center order: "I don't want developers running roughshod" -- "We've seen too many developers who are trying to bulldoze our community," Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro told "CBS Mornings."

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Sen. Dan Sullivan, Mary Peltola advance in Alaska Senate primary -- In Alaska, the top four vote getters in the primary advance to the general election.

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Who is Natalie Harp? Trump's loyal assistant suddenly in the spotlight -- The 35-year-old executive assistant to the president is a quiet but loyal force at President Trump's side. -- Aug 18

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Money market vs. high-yield savings account: Which will be better if the Fed raises interest rates? -- Savings rates could climb if the Fed hikes rates. Here's how to position your cash before that happens.

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How much interest can a $10,000 9-month CD earn right now?

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How much can you earn by putting $50,000 in a 6-month CD this August?

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How can you apply for student loan forgiveness in 2026? -- Student loan repayment options have changed, and there are a few things to know now, before seeking forgiveness.

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Are you eligible for student loan forgiveness if you have private and federal loans?

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Which student loan borrowers qualify for public service loan forgiveness in 2026?

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Should you pay collections debt that's past the statute of limitations? -- An old collections balance may have lost its legal bite, but paying it could come with unintended consequences.

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Can debt collectors contact you at work? Here's what borrowers should know

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How much can debt forgiveness save on $30,000 in credit card debt this August?

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Bond market sell-off threatens to drive up loan costs -- The yield on the 30-year Treasury this week hit its highest level since 2007, a rise that could put upward pressure on borrowing costs.

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Trump pausing 50% tariffs on some Canadian goods as deal being finalized -- President Trump said Tuesday that the U.S. and Canada have reached a last-minute agreement to pause the 50% tariffs.

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State Farm is sending refund checks to customers. Here's who qualifies. -- More than 7.2 million checks have been mailed so far, with millions more expected to go out this week, according to State Farm. -- Aug 18

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Key primary election takeaways in Florida -- CBS News' Nikole Killion and Fin G mez are tracking the results of Tuesday's primary contests in Alaska, Florida, Wyoming and other states. Here are some key takeaways.

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H.R. McMaster on Trump, South Korea -- The U.S. and South Korea will cut short their annual joint military exercises at the behest of President Trump, who is apparently seeking a meeting with North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal. Retired Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster joins CBS News with his reaction.

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Trump pauses Canadian tariffs -- President Trump hit pause on massive 50% tariffs levied against Canada, saying that he is negotiating a deal. This comes as Mr. Trump hints at resurrecting a controversial plan to build a pipeline on the border. CBS News' Nancy Cordes reports.

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Big Bend project paused after backlash -- A major Trump administration border project at Texas' Big Bend National Park is on pause amid backlash over land use. Yolanda Alvarado, a regional director for No Big Bend Wall, has more.

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60 Minutes Overtime - Sculpting Evolution | 60 Minutes Archive - Lyme disease is rapidly emerging in southern Appalachia, the CDC said in a new report. In 2025, Dr. Jon LaPook, on assignment for 60 Minutes, met a team of scientists on Nantucket who are using genetic engineering to fight the spread of the disease. 3H ago - 13:16

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CRISPR Kids | 60 Minutes Archive -- The CDC says Lyme disease is emerging beyond the regions where it has historically been considered endemic. In 2025, 60 Minutes' Bill Whitaker reported on high school students researching a new way to detect and treat the disease.

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Running Dry | 60 Minutes Archive -- The nation's largest reservoir, Lake Mead, has fallen to a record low. In 2021, Bill Whitaker visited the Colorado River and reported on how millions of people depend on the water to drink, power their homes, and irrigate their farms.

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From 2025: The ins and outs of egg freezing -- Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez began sharing on social media that she is going to try to preserve her fertility by freezing her eggs, a subject that Lesley Stahl reported on in 2025. Stahl found that the costly procedure brought happy endings to some women, but offered no guarantees.

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Silicon Valley Scandal | 60 Minutes Archive -- Last week eBay agreed to pay $55.7 million to a Massachusetts couple that was the victim of a bizarre harassment and cyberstalking campaign orchestrated by former employees of the company. In 2023, 60 Minutes spoke with the couple, Ina and David Steiner.

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