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Live - Iran's president calls U.S. attacks "cowardly" as Trump threatens annihilation - U.S. and Iranian delegations met on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly, rekindling diplomacy amid Trump's threat to "annihilate" the regime. updated 32M ago

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6 people killed in bear attacks in Siberia: "Under siege" -- Prosecutors said they opened a probe into criminal negligence, accusing local officials of failing to control bear numbers.

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El Ni o could cause 451,000 more heat deaths compared to normal year, group says -- Researchers project nearly half a million more heat-related deaths from June 2026 to February 2027 compared with a typical year, as a result of El Ni o.

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Technology - How Meta AI agent Muse differs from chatbots - Meta is announcing its latest artificial intelligence tools and smart glasses at its annual showcase on Wednesday. CNET AI reporter Katelyn Chedraoui joins CBS News to discuss. 3H ago - 3:58

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AI leaders call for international cooperation -- OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei are among the artificial intelligence executives briefing the U.N. Security Council amid warnings about AI's possible threat to humanity. Fortune magazine reporter Eva Roytburg joins CBS News to discuss.

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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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Meta set to launch camera-free smart glasses -- Meta's smart glasses have sparked privacy concerns with some users recording people without their knowledge or consent. Now, the company is expected to launch a new pair of spectacles addressing those worries. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News with more.

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Trump to meet with China's XI over AI -- President Trump has downplayed the threat posed by artificial intelligence amid growing calls for AI regulation. MIT professor and artificial intelligence expert Max Tegmark weighs in on Mr. Trump's planned meeting with China's Xi Jinping.

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Trump rolls out the red carpet for Xi despite U.S.-China tensions -- It's not clear what specific goals President Trump wants to accomplish in his meeting with the Chinese leader.

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Judge skeptical of Trump's White House ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico -- A federal judge signaled he is skeptical of President Trump's ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico from White House grounds.

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What is the White House press pool and how does it work?

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Navy reports 8 suicide attempts on carrier group that faced monthslong deployment -- There have been eight suicide attempts across the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group since the beginning of its grueling monthslong deployment last year, Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao said.

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Hurricane Polo is a powerful Category 4 storm off Mexico. See its path. -- Hurricane Polo intensified rapidly in the Pacific off the southwestern Mexican coast, growing into a Category 5 storm before weakening slightly to a Category 4. Here's the latest on its path.

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Ambassador says son is fighting for his life after attack in West Bank -- Neria Leiter, the son of Israel's ambassador to the U.S., Yechiel Leiter, was seriously injured in a car-ramming attack in the West Bank.

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Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years in New York sexual assault case -- Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced movie mogul, was sentenced to 15 years in prison Wednesday morning for sexually assaulting Miriam Haley at his Manhattan apartment in 2006.

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Social Security tax hike "financially impossible" for many, expert says -- Raising payroll taxes enough to stabilize Social Security could add thousands of dollars in annual costs, according to one analysis.

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Hawaii is facing another hurricane watch as new storm closes in -- Nolo is expected to become a hurricane sometime Thursday, and could become a major hurricane by the weekend as it approaches Hawaii's Big Island.

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Could Boise's "Unknown Wanderer" be linked to Chicago Tylenol murders? -- Boise police have identified a man known as the "Unknown Wanderer" who was found dead in a church in 1982, and revealed a possible link to the Chicago Tylenol murders.

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Dolly Parton's estate granted restraining order against her nephew over threats -- A Tennessee judge granted Dolly Parton's estate a temporary restraining order Wednesday against the late singer's nephew Bryan Seaver and his private security company.

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Police make 2nd arrest in death of woman found hanging from tree -- Police said they have an arrest warrant for one more person in the death on Mississippi woman Tasia Fortune.

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Fat Bear Week 2026 is here, and voting already "broke the internet" -- Sixteen bears are vying for votes in Fat Bear Week​ 2026, the highly anticipated contest among the chunkiest bears at the Katmai National Park and Preserve in Alaska.

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Judge dismisses Trump's 2024 lawsuit against Iowa newspaper over poll results -- An Iowa judge sided with pollster J. Ann Selzer and The Des Moines Register, saying that allowing the lawsuit and its "faulty" claims to proceed could "discourage others from reporting on and debating public affairs."

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Chris Spatola, basketball analyst and Mike Krzyzewski's son-in-law, dies at 47 -- Spatola played basketball for the U.S. Military Academy and later coached on legendary Duke head coach Mike Krzyzewski's staff.

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DOJ defends Trump media ban, citing national security and "professionalism" -- The Justice Department claimed that reporting from CNN, MS NOW and Politico raises national security concerns and accused their journalists of failing to act with "professionalism and decorum."

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Bone health and the "silent disease": 4 things women should know -- In the latest episode of "Healthful," Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein, an orthopedic surgeon at Duke University School of Medicine, discusses what women should know about protecting their bones.

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Shipwreck, apparent human remains found 7 years after boat sank in Atlantic -- The nonprofit Green Oceans asked the Coast Guard to reopen an investigation that had classified the F/V Mistress as lost.

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Exclusive -- Ukraine ready to sign landmark drone defense deal with U.S., sources say -- Sources tell CBS News that Ukraine is ready to sign a landmark drone defense deal with the U.S., as new details of Ukrainian technology helping defend U.S. bases in the Middle East come to light.

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Exclusive -- U.S. to welcome up to 17,500 more White South Africans as refugees -- The Trump administration is planning to welcome up to 17,500 additional White Afrikaners from South Africa as refugees over the next 12 months, according to a notice sent to Congress. -- Sep 22

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Only on CBS -- Patrick Clancy opens up about grief, his children and moving forward -- In the first interview since his ex-wife's trial, Patrick Clancy describes what happened at home before his children were killed and how he handled his grief. -- Sep 21

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Coleman Hughes: Lessons from Nikole Hannah-Jones' School Experiment -- The creator of the 1619 Project sent her young daughter to a struggling public school, convinced that upper-middle-class parents could lift it up. A decade later, the results are in.

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Trump's Media Ban Is Unconstitutional -- The president could bar all press from the White House if he wanted, but he can't single out a few outlets he dislikes.

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Arthur Brooks: Letting AI Write for You Will Make You Unhappy -- Writing leads to happiness for a simple reason: It satisfies the human need to create something concrete and meaningful out of raw materials.

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Wife of scholar detained in China wants Trump to press Xi to release him -- Min Zin, a Myanmar scholar, has been held for more than 100 days at what human rights groups say is a "black site" in China.

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ICE officer who shot Venezuelan man wasn't wearing body camera, sources say -- The ICE officer who shot a Venezuelan delivery driver was not wearing a body camera at the time of the shooting, sources familiar with the investigation told CBS News.

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Cybercriminal group claims it stole FBI personnel and applicant data -- A notorious cybercriminal group claims it breached the FBI on Monday and stole data about personnel and FBI applicants.

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These GOP candidates in tight races are calling for a quick end to Iran war -- Some Trump-aligned candidates are calling for an end to the Iran war, even as Trump stands by his Iran strategy and has suggested escalation is possible.

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What could happen to your family's finances without life insurance? -- Opting out of life insurance could leave your loved ones facing financial challenges they aren't prepared for. -- Sep 22

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Do you have enough life insurance? A quick coverage check-up

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Many Americans are relying on multiple forms of credit to cover expenses. When is it a warning sign? -- Using several types of credit isn't always a problem, but certain patterns signal that your debt is unsustainable.

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How to deal with debt when you've already cut back everywhere

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How to get (and stay) motivated when your debt feels overwhelming

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How much will a $750,000 annuity pay each month in 2026? A $750,000 annuity may provide you with a sizable retirement income, but the monthly payout can vary widely. Sep 17

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How much can you withdraw from an annuity without a penalty?

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What should seniors do now if Social Security is cut in 2032? 4 options to consider

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Disney is raising prices for Disney+ and Hulu. See the breakdown. -- The price hikes for new subscribers are effective immediately. Existing subscribers' plans will go up next month.

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Mortgage rates top 7% for the first time since May 2024 -- As rates climb, more buyers are seeking riskier adjustable-rate mortgages, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.

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Diesel prices just hit a new record. Would a U.S. export ban bring relief? -- Some lawmakers want to halt U.S. diesel exports as prices top $6.50 a gallon. But such a ban could have unintended consequences, experts say.

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Andreessen Horowitz launches AI school as college alternative -- One of Silicon Valley's most prominent venture investors is gearing its new tech academy toward aspiring entrepreneurs focused on building AI. -- Sep 22

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8 attempted suicides during USS Lincoln deployment -- According to a letter from the acting Navy secretary, there were eight attempted suicides by sailors in the USS Lincoln strike group during the vessel's 10-month deployment. Charlie D'Agata has more.

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Dolly Parton's nephew facing court order -- Dolly Parton's nephew, Bryan Seaver, who had announced her death in a video last month, was ordered by a court to stay out of most of her estate's affairs after threat accusations. Nicole Valdes has the latest.

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Rollercoaster linked to brain injuries -- Over 100 Six Flags visitors are accusing the X2 rollercoaster in Southern California of leaving them with traumatic brain injuries. Carter Evans has more.

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CBS Evening News - Trump hosts China's Xi Jinping amid media boycott - President Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday for a state visit that is expected to include talk of artificial intelligence, Iran and more. Nancy Cordes reports. 3H ago - 2:04

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British Royal Air Force jet crashes in Wales -- A video shows a British Royal Air Force jet struggling to gain altitude just before it crashed in Wales. The two pilots ejected in time and were treated for minor injuries. Leigh Kiniry reports.

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Chinese and Iranian presidents visit U.S. -- Chinese President Xi Jinping and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian are both in the U.S., fulfilling diplomatic engagements as tensions remain high with both countries. Margaret Brennan has more.

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The Daily Report - Mortgage rates surpass 7% The 30-year fixed rate mortgage in the U.S. has gone over 7% for the first time since May 2024. CBS News business contributor Javier David breaks down what's driving the spike. 3H ago - 2:51

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Taylor Swift releasing new music before VMAs -- Taylor Swift announced a new single, "Patient Zero," and a deluxe version of her record-breaking album, "The Life of a Showgirl," this week as the VMAs and Grammy voting season approach. Bryan West, who covers Taylor Swift for USA Today, joins "The Daily Report."

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What to expect from Trump's talks with China's Xi -- President Trump is hosting Chinese President Xi Jinping for a state visit as artificial intelligence safety discussions ramp up at the U.N. General Assembly. Graham Allison, a government professor at Harvard University, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.

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Legal expert on Trump's media ban -- President Trump's ban of CNN, Politico, and MS NOW from the White House is being challenged with a First Amendment lawsuit, but the judge has yet to issue a ruling. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks it down.

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GOP candidates distance themselves from Trump -- Some Republican candidates in competitive midterm contests are pushing for the Trump administration to wind down the war with Iran and focus more on Americans struggling with affordability. CBS News political reporter Zak Hudak joins to discuss.

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