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U.S. military seizes Venezuela-linked oil tanker in the North Atlantic -- The U.S. carried out an operation Wednesday to seize the Marinera, a Venezuela-linked oil tanker formerly known as Bella-1, the U.S. European Command said.

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Machado says her coalition should lead Venezuela: "We are ready and willing" -- Maria Corina Machado told CBS News in a network exclusive interview the people of Venezuela have picked her opposition movement to lead the country in the wake of Nicolas Maduro's ouster.

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Nick Reiner to be arraigned in the murders of his parents -- Rob and Michele Singer Reiner were found dead in their Los Angeles home in December. Their son Nick Reiner is facing murder charges.

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Live - Trump's Venezuela strategy draws scrutiny from Congress as Maduro sits in jail - Venezuela's ex-president Nicolas Maduro is awaiting trial in New York following a daring U.S. raid, as the Trump administration defends the operation and seeks Venezuelan oil - and President Trump sets his sights on Greenland. updated 18M ago

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White House discussing "range of options" for acquiring Greenland, Leavitt says -- President Trump wants the matter settled before the end of his term, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said.

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House committee to hold hearing on Minnesota fraud -- The House Oversight Committee is holding a hearing Wednesday on a series of multimillion-dollar pandemic fraud schemes in Minnesota​, with testimony from state lawmakers who House Republicans say "sounded the alarm."

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Dozens said to have been killed in Iran protests despite Trump's warning -- At least 29 Iranian protesters have reportedly been killed in unrest across the nation, putting its rulers under huge pressure after Trump threatened to intervene.

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Judge orders Lindsey Halligan to explain why she keeps using U.S. attorney title -- A federal judge in November found that Lindsey Halligan had been invalidly appointed interim U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of New York.

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How police departments' poorly-enforced rules enable off-duty misconduct -- Across the U.S., police officers moonlight in bars, clubs, and private security jobs with little oversight. A CBS News and Howard Center investigation reveals how weak policies allow misconduct, corruption, and threats to public safety to persist.

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Aldrich Ames, CIA officer convicted of spying for Russia, dies at age 84 -- Aldrich Ames was a counterintelligence officer for the CIA who spied for the Soviet Union and later Russia.

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Sen. Mark Kelly says Hegseth's move to demote him "is about stifling people's speech" -- Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona said on Tuesday that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's move to begin a process to demote and cut his retirement pay "is about stifling people's speech." -- Jan 6

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CBS Mornings - Mental health could impact Nick Reiner's case - Nick Reiner, the son of Rob and Michele Reiner, is set to be arraigned Wednesday in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner. It comes as details emerge about his time in custody and how his mental health history could play a role in his case. Matt Gutman reports. 2H ago - 01:50

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Concerns with drinking water on some airlines -- A new study found potential health concerns with the drinking water on some airlines where you might order coffee or tea. The review was of airplane drinking water stored in onboard tanks, not bottled products. Of the 10 major airlines, Delta scored best, while JetBlue and American were the bottom two carriers.

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The CDC just sidelined these childhood vaccines. Here's what they prevent. -- Six routine vaccines that have safeguarded millions from serious diseases are no longer being recommended for all children by the CDC.

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CDC announces new childhood vaccine recommendations for fewer shots

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Flu surges across U.S. as doctor visits reach highest level since 1997

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Pilot who landed jet after panel blew out says Boeing unfairly blamed him -- Captain Brandon Fisher was commended for helping ensure none of the 177 people aboard flight 1282 were killed when the blowout happened in January 2024.

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Warner Bros. Discovery rejects Paramount Skydance's latest hostile bid -- Warner Bros. Discovery's board again urged shareholders to reject Paramount Skydance's offer, calling it inferior to Netflix's bid

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Convicted serial killer confesses to 1965 N.J. cold case murder, police say -- Convicted serial killer Richard Cottingham recently confessed to a 60-year-old New Jersey cold case murder, police said.

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Brigitte Bardot's funeral draws hundreds to pay respects in Saint-Tropez -- The funeral for Brigitte Bardot was private, but hundreds poured into the streets of Saint-Tropez to pay their respects to an icon of the 1960s silver screen.

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California marks 1 year since 2 L.A.-area wildfires erupted that killed 31 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom declared Jan. 7 a day of remembrance for the Los Angeles fires.

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Brown University shooter confesses in videos, says attack was planned for a long time -- According to transcripts released by authorities from a series of recorded videos, the gunman did not reveal a motive for the killings.

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New study urges flyers to avoid tap water, coffee and tea on aircraft -- New research recommends against drinking coffee or tea served by airlines, urging travelers to stick to bottled water.

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Arthur Brooks: Happiness Lessons from a Miserable Wretch -- I chose to study happiness because I was failing at it. Now I'm joining The Free Press to share what actually works.

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Was Trump's Venezuela Attack Legal? -- There's a direct precedent for arresting Maduro, and courts have repeatedly upheld the president's powers.

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What Will Happen Next in Venezuela? We Asked David Petraeus. -- The famed former Army general and CIA director says the best way to avoid U.S. boots on the ground is by working with what's left of Maduro's regime.

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Noem says she's "focused on policing the streets, not policing President Trump's words" -- DHS Secretary Kristi Noem has deployed 2,000 agents to the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul to conduct immigration raids and assist in the widening fraud investigation.

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6 countries where the "Don-roe Doctrine" may take Trump next -- After the U.S. deposed Maduro, Trump and top officials did not rule out efforts at overthrow or annexation in other countries. Here's what they've said.

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Why does Trump want Greenland to be part of the U.S.? -- Greenland is 836,000 square miles of largely frozen ground northeast of Canada. So why does the White House say it "should be part of the United States"?

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How could Trump's move against Venezuela impact major U.S. adversaries? -- The U.S. striking Venezuela and capturing its leader has practical implications for China, Russia, Iran and Cuba, and it also sends messages to each nation. -- Jan 6

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3 REASONS MORTGAGE RATES COULD FALL AGAIN SOON -- Mortgage rates noticeably declined in 2025. Here's what needs to happen for them to fall again in early 2026.

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What are today's mortgage interest rates: January 6, 2026?

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What's the mortgage interest rate forecast for January 2026?

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What is the 60/20/20 rule for gold investing (and why does it matter now)? -- With gold prices nearing $4,500, this allocation strategy could protect your portfolio and prime it for growth.

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How to capitalize on silver's rapid price growth, according to experts

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What is a good amount of silver to own in 2026?

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What's a good credit card interest rate for 2026? -- Not all credit card APRs are created equal. Here's how to spot a good card rate now that the new year is upon us.

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What assets do you lose in Chapter 7?

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What's the maximum income when filing for bankruptcy?

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Gas prices this year could be the lowest since 2020 -- U.S. drivers are likely to see lower prices at the pump this year amid lower global oil prices and strong crude production.

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U.S. oil companies won't rush to re-enter shaky Venezuela, experts say -- The Trump administration is counting on Big Oil to revive Venezuela's creaky energy sector. That's no sure bet, according to industry experts.

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Prediction market user made $436,000 betting on Maduro capture -- A prediction market user won big after wagering $32,000 that the U.S. would capture former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Was it insider trading?

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White House tries to rewrite Jan. 6 history -- The White House launched a website five years after the Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol riots that appears to rewrite the facts of what occurred in Washington, D.C. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.

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Maria Corina Machado on interim president -- Maria Corina Machado, Venezuela's opposition leader, spoke with CBS News about Venezuelan interim President Dulcy Rodriguez, a close Maduro ally who has condemned his capture. Machado said Rodriguez "is in a very critical position because nobody trusts her."

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European leaders react to Greenland rhetoric -- Members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) are reacting to the Trump administration's comments on a potential Greenland takeover from Denmark. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.

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Trial for ex-Uvalde school officer begins -- The trial has begun for the first officer tried in the deadly school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Adrian Gonzales pleaded not guilty to charges of abandoning or endangering a child. Prosecutors claim he failed to engage the gunman as 77 minutes went by before law enforcement confronted the shooter.

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Flu cases surge across U.S. -- There have been at least 11 million cases of the flu so far this season. As cases climb, doctor visits for the flu have hit their highest level in almost three decades, the CDC says. Skyler Henry reports.

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Progress made on AI-powered humanoid robots -- Engineers and computer scientists are developing AI-powered robots that look and act human. Boston Dynamics invited 60 Minutes to watch its humanoid, Atlas, learn how to work at a Hyundai factory.

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Alysa Liu: The 60 Minutes Interview -- U.S. figure skater Alysa Liu retired at just 16. After years away from the rink, she laced up her skates for a comeback and is now a favorite to win gold at the Winter Olympics.

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Mezcal traditions preserved as demand grows -- Demand for mezcal was low for years, but interest and sales have soared. The vast majority of the spirit is made in Oaxaca, Mexico, where family-owned distilleries dot the landscape.

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The booming, bourbon-driven barrel business -- When it comes to wine and whiskey - especially bourbon - the oak barrel reigns, not just as a container, but also for the magic that the wood gives to the whiskey.

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