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Trump gifted lavish ring from Belgian diamond group that won tariff relief -- The gift comes months after Belgium's diamond industry won the removal of U.S. tariffs on diamond imports.

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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. -- Jul 2

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The American innovation that made millions of others possible -- From the lightbulb to the airplane, to medical breakthroughs and the internet age, the past 250 years have been defined by America's intrepid intellect.

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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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How to save money on air conditioning as electric bills climb -- As Americans endure another bout of extreme heat, experts say small thermostat adjustments and other energy-saving steps can help reduce soaring cooling costs.

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Prince William appears on "New Heights" podcast ahead of Swift-Kelce wedding -- Prince William will appear on the podcast hosted by Jason and Travis Kelce just hours before Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's anticipated wedding.

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Venice mayor proposes new dynamic pricing tourist fee -- The mayor of Venice says the city is seeking government approval to introduce a form of dynamic pricing to deal with tourism costs.

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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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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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Inside the security operations for July Fourth celebrations in D.C. -- The Fourth of July celebrations in Washington, D.C., are deemed a "national special security event," which is the highest possible designation.

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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? -- Jul 2

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250 essential American songs to mark nation's birthday -- What are the essential American songs? To mark 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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Taxes on Trump's $1.4 billion crypto income could total hundreds of millions -- The White House declined to say how much President Trump paid in taxes on his crypto windfall. -- Jul 2

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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. -- Jul 2

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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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McConnell still hospitalized after EMS responded to his home last month -- A spokesperson said the Kentucky Republican "continues to improve."

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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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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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Here's who won - and lost - under Trump's "big, beautiful bill" -- A year after President Trump signed the sweeping tax and spending package, its effects on households, businesses and federal programs are increasingly evident.

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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. -- Jul 2

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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.

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Bessent talks Trump accounts, inflation -- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent spoke exclusively with Kelly O'Grady about Trump accounts, which officially launch on Saturday, as well as when gas prices could lower to pre-Iran war levels and wage growth for Americans.

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What's expected for Swift-Kelce wedding -- Bryan West, the Taylor Swift reporter for USA Today, talks about expectations for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding and what it may look like inside Madison Square Garden. For the past week, clues have piled up and the iconic arena has been on lockdown for the couple's potential nuptials.

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Gov. Moore on division in U.S., midterms -- Maryland Gov. Wes Moore reveals to "CBS Mornings" if he'll run for president in 2028 as he discusses the 250th anniversary of the U.S., division in politics and affordability.

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60 Minutes - Cambodia tracking down looted antiquities - Looters stole thousands of priceless artifacts from religious sites across Cambodia. An American lawyer is working with the country to bring them home. Jun 28 - 26:54

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Prediction market bets on war defy odds -- Prediction market users are profiting from bets on war. Analysts say suspiciously timed bets, and the high win rates of wagers on military outcomes , are likely signs of insider trading.

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Rubio renews threats if Iran doesn't comply in talks -- Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke to reporters after meetings with allies in Kuwait, saying President Trump could still take action if Iran doesn't reach a deal with the U.S. CBS News' Nikole Killion has more.

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South Africa's missing great white sharks -- Great white sharks have abandoned a former hotspot in South Africa. Some pin the blame on a pair of orcas. Others point the finger at another culprit: humans.

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Miracle babies of the Mauthausen camp -- Eva Clarke, Hana Berger-Moran, and Mark Olsky are survivors born to survivors. During the Holocaust, their mothers were young Jewish women sent to concentration camps when they were newly pregnant.

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