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Johnson says boat strike hit "able-bodied" survivors who were "not injured" -- House Speaker Mike Johnson said he's satisfied with the intelligence and legality of the operation that killed two survivors of a U.S. strike on an alleged drug boat.

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Tens of thousands ordered to evacuate in Washington amid severe flooding -- Heavy rain​ has triggered flooding, rescues and road closures in Washington state, with Gov. Bob Ferguson declaring a statewide emergency​.

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Erika Kirk has a "call to action" for parents -- Charlie Kirk's widow Erika Kirk tells CBS News that it's easy to blame others for political violence, but she has a message for parents.

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Exclusive - Trump to honor "Miracle on Ice" U.S. Olympic hockey team in bill-signing today - President Trump will host members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic men's hockey team - famous for defeating the Soviet Union in the "Miracle on Ice" - at a bill-signing Friday, CBS News has learned. 52M ago

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Kilmar Abrego Garcia leaves ICE detention after judge ordered release -- A federal judge in Maryland on Thursday ordered Kilmar Abrego Garcia's immediate release from Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.

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Trump pardons election official Tina Peters, but she was charged in state court -- President Trump said he is granting a pardon to Tina Peters, a former Colorado county clerk who was convicted of allowing unauthorized access to voting machines - even though the pardon power is widely understood to only apply to federal crimes.

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Noem confronted by Democrats, including about allegedly removing veterans from U.S. -- House Democrats pushed Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem for answers on the Trump administration's immigration operations, with one lawmaker confronting her with a veteran who he said had been issued a removal order.

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Vaccine vote signals turbulence for immunization policy, public trust -- Clinicians and epidemiologists warn the decision could unravel decades of progress and expose newborns to a deadly, preventable disease.

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Trump signs executive order to block "excessive" state AI regulations -- President Trump has signed an executive order to block states from regulating artificial intelligence.

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Indiana GOP rejects new congressional map -- In Indiana, Republican lawmakers rejected a new congressional map that could have helped in the 2026 midterms. In the reliably red state, Republicans already hold seven of the nine House seats. President Trump has pushed for redistricting, but on Thursday, 21 Republican state senators joined Democrats in opposing the measure.

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CBS Mornings - Woman describes California gas explosion - One home was destroyed and several others were damaged in a gas line explosion in a San Francisco-area neighborhood. Security video captured the terrifying moment that injured six people. Jonathan Vigliotti reports. 51M ago - 01:41

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"Survivor" star seeks justice for late sister -- The 2011 death of "Survivor" contestant Joe Hunter's sister was ruled a suicide. But he believes his sister, Joanna Hunter, was murdered. "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales has the story.

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What one California candidate for governor says about how he'd try to repeal controversial laws -- Just how much power will the next governor have to repeal controversial California laws?

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Technology - Disney strikes deal with OpenAI - Disney announced Thursday that it would invest $1 billion in OpenAI and license more than 200 of its animated and illustrated characters to use in Sora's user-generated content. Jo Ling Kent has more. 45M ago - 02:45

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Time editor explains "architects of AI" cover -- Time announced its highly anticipated "Person of the Year" cover on Thursday. This year, the magazine is recognizing the "architects of AI." Charlie Campbell, Time editor-at-large and one of the co-authors of the article, joins "The Daily Report" to explain the decision.

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How AI powered robots are helping small farms -- From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting. -- Mar 28, 2024

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Disney announces deal with OpenAI -- A new agreement between Disney and OpenAI will allow users to generate their own AI videos of iconic characters like Mickey Mouse, Elsa, Darth Vader and dozens more. Wired executive editor Brian Barrett joins to discuss.

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Time magazine reveals 2025 Person of the Year -- Time magazine has just announced its 2025 Person of the Year, recognizing not just one person, but a group its calling "the architects of AI." The digital article is out now.

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Crime - Fraudsters spend millions meant for kids - A CBS News exclusive report shows how convicted Minnesota fraudsters spent hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars on luxury cars and private villas. The money was stolen from programs that provided services to underprivileged children. Jonah Kaplan reports. 56M ago - 02:25

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Serial killer linked to at least 3 women's cold case murders - Police said forensic testing and genetic genealogy identified Kenneth Smith as the person who killed two women in the 1980s and a third woman in the 1990s. 2H ago

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Analysis: U.S. arrests plummet since pandemic -- The number of people arrested yearly in the U.S. has dropped since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to analysis from the Council on Criminal Justice. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.

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Latest in Luigi Mangione pretrial hearings -- Luigi Mangione was back in court for Day 6 of a crucial evidence hearing on Thursday. Lawyers for the man accused of gunning down UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson want to keep some key pieces of evidence out of his upcoming murder trial. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.

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Latest on Sherrone Moore arrest -- Ex-University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore remains in jail Thursday, a day after he was fired by the school. The university said an investigation had found "credible evidence" he had been engaged in an "inappropriate relationship with a staff member." CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan reports.

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Latest CBS News Videos - The Uplift: Pint-sized politician - A pint-sized politician proves you are never too little to run a big campaign. David Begnaud catches up with the Agars, a father-son duo making history by competing together in triathlons. Plus, more heartwarming stories. 22M ago - 21:11

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Russian sub tracked off U.K. amid "underwater threats" -- A British naval supply ship with an on-board helicopter was deployed to track the stealthy Kilo-class submarine Krasnodar, the Royal Navy said.

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Exclusive - Inside the secret mission to get Nobel Peace Prize winner out of Venezuela - An American special forces veteran led the operation to get Maria Corina Machado out of Venezuela: "The first Nobel Prize winner that we've ever rescued." 22H ago

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Maria Corina Machado makes first public appearance in 11 months

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Read Maria Corina Machado's Nobel Prize speech, given by her daughter

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Watch of hiker killed by bear reveals his harrowing final moments -- The hiker's GPS watch, which uses satellite signals to log routes and monitors heart rate, was retrieved after the fatal attack, the Asahi Shimbun reported.

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Senate fails to advance health care bills, with price hikes coming for millions -- The Senate on Thursday failed to advance competing Democratic and Republican measures to address health care costs. Follow live updates here.

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Skydiver dangles from plane in midair after parachute mishap, video shows -- The skydiver survived after sawing through the tangled lines with a hook knife and landing safely with only minor injuries.

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6.7 magnitude quake strikes off northern Japan's coast -- It comes after a 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck the same region earlier this week.

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Here's how Trump's $1 million "gold card" visa will work -- The Trump administration says it's also creating a $5 million platinum card visa that will allow foreigners to live in the U.S. for 270 days a year.

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Minnesota tops list of 10 most expensive pandemic aid fraud schemes -- Luxury cars, homes, jewelry and casino trips were among the spoils of some of the biggest pandemic era fraud cases, according to a CBS News review of five years of government records and data.

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Is There an Affordability Crisis? -- Tyler Cowen, Jason Furman, Kyla Scanlon, and others weigh in.

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Jonathan Haidt: The Devil's Plan to Ruin the Next Generation -- I asked ChatGPT how it would destroy America's youth. Its answers were unsettling-and all too familiar. -- Nov 25

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The Base Is Done with MAGA. It Wants America First. -- Georgia voters who sent Marjorie Taylor Greene to Congress say the president abandoned a cornerstone of his movement. -- Dec 10

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Some lawmakers see path for health care deal after failed Senate votes -- With the partisan exercise behind them, some senators are expressing tepid optimism about a path forward on a health care compromise.

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Trump says "prices are coming down." Here's what the data shows. -- President Trump says he's winning the war against inflation. But a look at prices around the U.S. shows why many Americans still feel financially squeezed.

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Democrats ask for audit to determine if Epstein files were "tampered with" -- Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's sex crimes and a group of Democrats are asking for a review of the Epstein case files to determine whether the records have been "tampered" with or concealed, ahead of a release by next week. -- Dec 11

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Marjorie Taylor Greene calls Trump's attacks on her a "very poor reflection on him" -- The conservative firebrand, who is retiring from Congress early, and the president are engaged in bitter falling-out. -- Dec 11

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U.S. seizes oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela -- President Trump said the U.S. has seized an oil tanker, which Attorney General Pam Bondi said has been "used to transport sanctioned oil from Venezuela and Iran."

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What is the 2-4-6-8 rule in bankruptcy? -- This bankruptcy rule has an impact on when you can file for bankruptcy again and how quickly you can rebuild.

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How do you settle a medical debt collection lawsuit?

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Which is better: debt consolidation or debt resolution?

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Silver's price hits record high: What beginner investors should know about precious metals now -- The price of silver hit a new high this week, but beginners shouldn't rush to invest before knowing these three things.

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Will gold be a worthwhile investment in 2026? Here's what experts think.

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Here's how much a $50,000 HELOC can cost monthly after the December Fed rate cut -- Fed rate cuts have helped substantially reduce HELOC costs. Here's what a $50,000 HELOC can cost monthly right now.

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What is the HELOC interest rate forecast for 2026?

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How much does a $100,000 home equity loan cost per month following the December Fed rate cut?

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Bessent calls for overhaul of regulator that protects U.S. financial system -- Treasury Secretary's proposal to revamp the Financial Stability Oversight Council would expose Americans to risk, critics say.

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Disney to invest $1 billion in OpenAI under new licensing agreement -- Disney said on Thursday it will make a $1 billion equity investment in OpenAI under a new partnership with the Sora and ChatGPT developer.

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Waymo recalls more than 3,000 vehicles due to faulty software -- NHTSA said faulty software may cause Waymo vehicles to pass a stopped school bus even when its red lights are flashing or its stop arm is extended. -- Dec 11

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Eye Opener: Flooding slams Pacific Northwest -- Flooding in Washington state has forced evacuations and water rescues as rivers are still rising. Plus, the White House announces new sanctions on Venezuela and plans to seize more tankers. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.

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Family talks losing home in Washington floods -- At least 100,000 people have been ordered to evacuate in Washington state after record rainfall caused rivers to rise. One man who lost his home said his family recently moved to afford his wife's cancer treatment. Carter Evans has more.

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Trump on possible Venezuela land operations -- As tensions rise with Venezuela, President Trump said land operations could start "pretty soon." Sources tell CBS News the administration is also planning more tanker seizures.

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60 Minutes Overtime - "Bloomies" | 60 Minutes Archive - As holiday shopping ramps up, revisit Morley Safer's 1976 report on Bloomingdale's black-tie opening in Washington, D.C. The original "Bloomies" in New York was so beloved that shoppers called it their own private adult Disneyland. 13H ago - 16:00

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The Price of Life | Sunday on 60 Minutes -- A new generation of drugs is offering hope to children who once had none. But these breakthrough therapies can cost millions for a single dose, and the American health care system still hasn't figured out how to pay. 60 Minutes reports, Sunday.

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MTG says GOP women face harsh criticism -- Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene argues Republican women are marginalized within their own party. "I'll defend Republican women that we have a very important place in our party, and our voice should be heard, not marginalized," she says. "The Republican Party has a problem with women voters. And that probably makes the strongest point of all." Greene says she's not leaving the Republican Party, and that she proudly defends women. -- Dec 9

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Why AI chatbots can be dangerous for kids -- Research shows that AI chatbots like Character AI can be harmful to children. Here's what Sharyn Alfonsi learned when she talked with a chatbot modeled after herself. -- Dec 7

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Inside MB&F's watchmaking "M.A.D. House" -- MB&F CEO Max B sser gave 60 Minutes a tour of the M.A.D. House, a once-private home near Lake Geneva where a team of designers and highly-skilled watchmakers bring his extraordinary designs to life. -- Dec 7

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HUGE HEALTH INSURANCE PREMIUM PRICE HIKES -- Americans are facing steep health insurance premium price hikes as partisan efforts fail to garner support in Congress. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.

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