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First on CBS - Trump hasn't decided on Leavitt's replacement as press secretary, sources say - President Trump hasn't settled on a replacement for White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, whose last day is Friday, according to administration officials close to the situation. 10H ago

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Crime - Mom breaks bus window to pull out her child - A mother was arrested for vandalism in California after smashing a school bus window to haul out her own child. Carter Evans has the story. 43M ago - 1:04

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Dolly Parton quotes that show her honesty, humor and wisdom -- Dolly Parton​ wasn't shy about making jokes about herself, but she also shared wisdom and life lessons over the years.

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Dolly Parton remembered by fellow stars, politicans: "A true loss for millions"

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Dolly Parton, country music legend, dies at 80 after brief cancer battle

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Carly Pearce recalls meeting Dolly Parton at 16: "I couldn't believe she was real"

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Lindsay Clancy trial testimony ends, closing arguments set for Thursday -- Testimony in Lindsay Clancy's trial is finished after jurors in the Massachusetts murder case heard from 85 witnesses.

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NFL ends Pro Bowl after 75 years, will still honor roster at season's end -- In a news release, the NFL said it plans to "elevate" Pro Bowl selections, with no replacement selections.

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FDA approves new pancreatic cancer drug that could extend patients' lives -- Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.

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Slain girl hailed as hero after 8 relatives killed in Montana home -- The victims represented four generations of the blended family, ranging from a great-grandmother in her 90s who used a wheelchair to a 7-year-old girl, a neighbor said.

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Pentagon upgrades awards of 3 Marines for actions after Abbey Gate attack -- Five years after the attack in Afghanistan that killed 13 service members, the Pentagon upgraded the awards of three Marines who provided care in the wake of the blast.

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Bill Gates issues stark warning about AI's impact on American jobs -- In a nearly 6,000-word essay, Gates argues that artificial intelligence poses a mounting threat to U.S. workers.

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Secrets of the gut microbiome and how it impacts our long-term brain health -- Dr. Laura Cox, an assistant professor at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, explains how our dietary patterns play a significant role in our gut and long-term brain health.

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The Hidden Virtues of Dolly Parton -- Equally beloved by Baptist church ladies and buxom drag queens, Dolly's Southern charm drew everyone into her orbit.

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Caitlin Flanagan: Dolly Parton, Pure Product of America -- Try to think of anyone who has made as deep and long-lasting a mark on American culture as she has.

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What College Is Really For -- The whole world will keep telling you to find yourself, but college should teach you instead to look beyond yourself in pursuit of something larger. -- Aug 25

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Man with Sen. Dan Sullivan's name advances from Alaska U.S. Senate primary -- A man with the same name as Alaska's incumbent U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan has advanced to the general election

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Sen. Darline Graham projected to win runoff in South Carolina GOP Senate primary -- Sen. Darline Graham won the GOP Senate runoff in South Carolina on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating Rep. Ralph Norman in the special primary to replace Graham's late brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham, on the ballot.

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Ontario's Doug Ford says Trump is "treating us like we're Communist China" -- As a U.S.-Canada trade war sparks cross-border insults, Ontario Premier Doug Ford told CBS News he's hopeful the two sides can reach an agreement - but cautioned that "no deal is better than a bad deal." -- Aug 25

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DOJ warns Kennedy Center could be knocked down if renovations blocked -- The Trump administration said it may need to demolish the Kennedy Center if a plan to close the building for two years as part of a controversial renovation project pushed by President Trump and the organization's board is blocked. -- Aug 25

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U.S. airman faces charges for criticizing Trump over Iran war -- The charges against Major Jason Watson are believed by his attorneys to be among the only instances for officers of his rank in the history of the U.S. military to be charged under Article 88. -- Aug 25

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What to do if your CD account matures this September -- Have a CD account with a September 2026 maturity date? Here's what you should do with your funds next.

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Here's how much interest a $100,000 2-year CD account will earn savers now

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How much interest can a $50,000 money market account earn over the next year?

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Sponsored - When is the best time to buy pet insurance? Here's what pet owners should know now. The timing can make a big difference in what your pet insurance covers and how much you pay for it. 7H ago

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Owning a pet now means having a financial plan. Here's what to consider in 2026.

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Should you use a credit card to pay for pet care?

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Is refinancing worth it for a 1% lower student loan rate now? -- A 1% student loan rate cut may not look substantial, but the potential savings can add up when you refinance.

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What are the lowest private student loan rates you can get right now?

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See which U.S. states are most at risk from Canadian tariffs -- Canadian officials said the tariffs set to be imposed on more than 800 U.S. imports are "strategic" and designed to target some states.

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Boston Scientific says a cyberattack is disrupting its global operations -- Medical device maker said it is working to assess the scope of the attack and business interruption.

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Meta settles social media addiction suit for up to $17.1 billion -- Meta agreed to pay up to $17.1 billion to settle allegations that its social media platforms are addictive.

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July PCE inflation index held at 3.7% annual pace, hotter than expected -- The Personal Consumption Expenditures index was unchanged from June, highlighting stubborn inflationary pressures.

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Survey pinpoints the behavior on planes that people find most annoying -- Here's what travelers think about shared armrests, reclined seats and fellow passengers' use of tech on planes. -- Aug 25

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Extreme heat fuels wildfires -- More than 60 million people are under heat alerts from the Gulf Coast to the Pacific. The dangerous heat is fueling a wave of more than 90 wildfires burning across the U.S. Kris Van Cleave reports and Lonnie Quinn has the forecast.

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Actor Tim Curry dies at 80 -- Film and television actor Tim Curry, star of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," has died at 80, his manager confirmed.

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Meta settles in social media addiction case -- Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, agreed to pay billions of dollars and adopt new safety measures, settling claims that its products have harmed American kids. Kelly O'Grady has more.

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CBS Evening News - Latest developments on Nepal flooding - Dozens of Americans are among the missing in Nepal after sweeping floods destroyed neighborhoods in Nepal. Authorities say at least 150 people are dead and hundreds more are missing. Anna Coren reports. 2H ago - 2:15

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Fans mourn Dolly Parton at Dollywood -- Thousands buzzed into Dollywood on Wednesday, one day after Dolly Parton's family announced her death at 80 years old. Skyler Henry has more from the theme park she built.

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Details on custody battle over surrogacy baby -- A couple from California confronted the surrogate who refused their request for an abortion for the first time Tuesday in a Texas courtroom. They argue she is trying to take away their biological child. Mark Strassmann reports.

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The Daily Report - Dolly Parton's free book club for children - Late country superstar Dolly Parton helped millions of children develop a love of reading through her free Imagination Library program. Hardin Engelhardt, chief learning officer at Marbles Kids Museum in Raleigh, North Carolina, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss. 2H ago - 3:11

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Doctor on approved pancreatic cancer drug -- The FDA has approved a drug that could extend the life of patients with late-stage pancreatic cancer. CBS News' medical correspondent Dr. Celine Gounder has more.

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Clinical psychologist on postpartum psychosis -- Heather Berlin, a neuroscientist, clinical psychologist and clinical professor at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, joins "The Daily Report" to explain the difference between postpartum depression and psychosis and what it means for Lindsay Clancy's murder trial.

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The states hit hardest by Canadian tariffs -- Canada is the number one customer for 27 U.S. states' exports. CBS News' Megan Cerullo breaks down what its retaliatory tariffs will mean amid President Trump's trade war.

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Breaking down Meta's $17 billion settlement -- Meta has agreed to pay $17 billion to settle claims that its platforms lead to addiction in kids and teens, but is not admitting any wrongdoing despite implementing new safeguards. CNET reporter Katelyn Chedraoui joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.

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Why Clancy wouldn't go free if found not guilty -- Closing arguments in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial are set for Thursday. Clancy admitted to killing her children but says she isn't guilty, arguing that postpartum psychosis caused her actions. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi joins with analysis.

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Testimony wraps in Lindsay Clancy murder trial -- Testimony concluded on Wednesday in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mother who admitted to killing her children but pleaded not guilty, arguing she had postpartum psychosis. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul reports.

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Man convicted in Microsoft exec's murder in plot allegedly involving ex-wife - Prosecutors believe Jared Bridegan was killed because of ongoing strife with his former wife over the parenting of their twins. 5H ago

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New Mexico residents fear data center's impact -- CBS News reporter Riley Callanan traveled to New Mexico to see Project Jupiter, one of the country's biggest hyper-scale data centers, for herself. She spoke with residents and farmers about their fears, concerns and in some cases, hopes.

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Unpacking Nvidia's latest earnings report -- Artificial intelligence juggernaut Nvidia blew past Wall Street's expectations for its latest quarterly earnings report, more than doubling its profits and revenue. Wall Street Journal tech reporter Robbie Whelan joins CBS News to discuss.

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