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Researchers warn AI chatbots can harm kids -- A teen told a Character AI chatbot 55 times that she was feeling suicidal. Her parents say the chatbot never provided resources for her to get help. They are one of at least six families suing the company. -- Dec 7

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Australia terror attack raises questions about police preparedness -- The deadly terror attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney comes amid a significant spike in antisemitic rhetoric and attacks in Australia.

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Fruit shop owner hailed a hero after tackling gunman during Australia attack

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Remains of ancient king's temple dedicated to sun god found in Egypt -- An archaeological team has uncovered for the first time more than half of the temple, long buried under River Nile sediment.

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What happened when a mom learned a drug to save her baby cost $2 million -- A mom was overjoyed when she learned a gene therapy treatment could save her child's life, until she found out no one would cover the $2 million price tag.

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Gang using helicopters to smuggle drugs busted in Spain -- Police seized one of the helicopters, 1,448 pounds of hashish, five firearms, cash and vehicles during raids.

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Erika Kirk and Candace Owens to meet Monday -- Erika Kirk said on X that she and Candace Owens would have a "private, in-person meeting" Monday.

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Suspects in deadly Bondi Beach attack identified as father and son -- The 50-year-old father was shot and killed by police, and the 24-year-old son is hospitalized, New South Wales Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon said.

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How the Indiana Hoosiers transformed into a college football powerhouse -- The Indiana University Hoosiers entered this season as the losingest program in major college football history. But the team is now undefeated as it heads into the college football playoffs.

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Cockroaches could be part of the future of spycraft -- SWARM Biotactics, a German company, is fitting cockroaches with tiny backpacks to enable the insects to be used for reconnaissance missions.

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"Slop" chosen as Merriam-Webster's 2025 word of the year -- "Slop," which refers to creepy, zany and demonstrably fake content, has landed the title of Merriam-Webster's 2025 word of the year.

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The Night a Shooter Came to My Campus -- I spent Saturday night barricaded in my dorm at Brown University. Two of my classmates are dead.

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Ayaan Hirsi Ali: The Intifada Comes to Australia -- The terror attack on Bondi Beach was an atrocity tolerated into being.

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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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Trump, Clinton seen in new batch of Epstein photos released by Democrats -- Democrats on the House Oversight Committee on Friday released 19 photos from a trove of images obtained from the estate of Jeffrey Epstein.

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Trump says leaders of Thailand, Cambodia agree again to stop fighting -- "Both Countries are ready for PEACE and continued Trade with the United States of America," President Trump said on Truth Social.

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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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Johnson says boat strike hit "able-bodied" survivors who were "not injured" -- House Speaker Mike Johnson told reporters 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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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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$50,000 home equity loan vs. $50,000 HELOC: This is the cheaper option after the December Fed rate cut -- Not sure if a HELOC or home equity loan is more affordable? Here's which one is cheaper after this week's Fed rate cut.

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What are the monthly payments on a $25,000 home equity loan after the December Fed rate cut?

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Here's how much a $50,000 HELOC can cost monthly after the December Fed rate cut

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How are seniors protected when it comes to credit card debt? -- Seniors have specific protections when dealing with credit card debt, but those safeguards still have limits.

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What is the most common debt people have in retirement?

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What happens if a retiree stops paying credit card debt?

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What are the monthly payments on a $600,000 mortgage now, after the Fed's December rate cut? -- Monthly payments on a $600,000 mortgage look different after the latest Fed rate cut, but by how much?

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What are today's mortgage interest rates: December 12, 2025?

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The Fed just cut rates to their lowest point since 2022. Here's what that could mean for mortgage rates.

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Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish -- "I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.

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U.S. could owe businesses $168B if Supreme Court rejects Trump tariffs -- A ruling striking down emergency levies could force the federal government to return most of the tariff revenue it has collected this year, according to Penn Wharton.

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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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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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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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Why Germany is rearming, modernizing military -- Germany is undergoing a significant military rearmament. The change has been driven by the ongoing war in Ukraine and U.S. pressure on Europe to shoulder more of its defense.

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Life-saving drugs that cost millions per dose -- A new class of life-saving drugs is helping children who once had no hope. But some carry a price tag of millions for a single dose, and the American health care system hasn't figured out how to pay.

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At least 15 killed in Australian Hanukkah attack -- Two men opened fire on the Jewish community gathered during a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, Australia, on Sunday. At least 15 people were killed, and 40 others wounded. Leigh Kiniry has more.

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CBS News Presents: A Town Hall with Erika Kirk -- Erika Kirk opens up about life, loss and political discourse after her husband Charlie's assassination. Watch the town hall, moderated by Bari Weiss. -- Dec 13

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60 Minutes - Indiana Hoosiers: from outcast to undefeated - The Indiana University Hoosiers entered this season as the losingest program in major college football history. But the team is now undefeated as it heads into the college football playoffs. 11H ago - 13:24

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Why handmade Swiss watches are so expensive -- Luxury Swiss watches made by Richard Mille, Patek Philippe, MB&F, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Philippe Dufour are pricier than some homes. Craftspeople carefully design and construct the timepieces. -- Dec 7

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48 Hours - Joe Hunter's Mission - A "Survivor" contestant believes his sister was murdered and is determined to be her voice. "48 Hours" contributor Natalie Morales reports. Dec 13 - 42:02

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The Batman Intruder -- Morgan Metzer is attacked in her home by a masked intruder disguising his voice to sound like Batman. Her ex-husband comes to her aid, but is he a hero? "48 Hours" contributor Nikki Battiste reports.

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Sneak peek: Joe Hunter's Mission -- ALL NEW: A "Survivor" contestant believes his sister was murdered and is determined to be her voice. "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales reports Saturday, Dec. 13 at 10/9c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.

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Help Find Molly Bish's Killer -- With her sister's murder long unsolved, a woman turns to TikTok pleading for leads. Can you help? "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports.

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It's About Danni -- When 15-year-old Danni Houchins is found dead in a swamp, her family says they were led to believe she drowned. 24 years later, Danni's sister learns the terrible truth. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.

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