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Live - Massive funeral for Iran's slain supreme leader enters second day - The dayslong funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in February by U.S.-Israeli strikes, has been marked by chants for revenge. updated 58M ago

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DNA technology leads to identification of Revolutionary War soldier -- The remains of a Revolutionary War soldier were identified as a young man from Maryland just before America's 250th anniversary. -- Jul 4

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Latest CBS News Videos - NCAA's Charlie Baker on player compensation - NCAA President Charlie Baker tells Ed O'Keefe on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that despite the "messy" rollout of player compensation in collegiate sports, he thinks "it's a good thing." 48M ago - 8:06

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America's space story on the nation's 250th birthday -- As America celebrates its 250th birthday, a look at the major events in NASA's history from John F. Kennedy's speech proclaiming America's intention to go to the moon to the doomed Challenger mission and today's return to space.

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Milions brace for flooding after heat, storms damper July 4th celebrations -- While millions of Americans across the Northeast experienced record-setting temperatures, thunderstorms in the Midwest downed trees, ruptured power lines and made transportation treacherous.

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NCAA president says he hopes to "dramatically limit" prop betting -- NCAA President Charlie Baker said he hopes to "dramatically limit" prop betting at the collegiate level and beyond.

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Trump touts American "golden age," attacks communism in July 4th speech -- In a speech delayed by a two-hour evacuation of the National Mall due to severe weather, President Trump mixed politics with history.

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Trump holds separate calls with Putin and Zelenskyy on ending Ukraine war -- President Trump held separate calls with Russia's Vladimir Putin and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss ending the war.

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8 people, including 4 children, injured in July 4th shooting -- A 21-year-old female is in critical condition, and 4 of the injured are juveniles between the ages of 6 and 14, according to he police.

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Delta Air Lines flight hit by firework while landing at Midway International Airport -- A Delta Air Lines flight landing in Chicago was hit by a firework as it was coming to land at Midway International Airport on Saturday.

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married in ceremony officiated by Adam Sandler -- Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

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Joey Chestnut wins Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, Miki Sudo is women's champion -- Reigning champion Joey Chestnut ate 66 hot dogs and buns to win the 2026 Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest while Miki Sudo ate 38 3/4 to win the women's competition.

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1 symptom leads to dad's cancer diagnosis: "I was like, 'Wait, what?'" -- Eric Dillon thought the pain in his shoulder was a minor injury. It took two years to get the real answer. -- Jul 4

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The battle over Stars and Stripes -- The newspaper for the American military has long taken pride in its editorial independence. But under the Trump administration, restrictions have been imposed, and the Pentagon's chief spokesman has vowed to rid the paper of "woke distractions."

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Rep. Nancy Pelosi's husband suspected in Napa County hit-and-run -- Paul Pelosi, the husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, is suspected of crashing into a parked car and driving away from the scene Friday afternoon in Northern California.

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Weather woes impact July 4th celebrations as National Mall briefly evacuated -- Americans celebrated 250 years of independence this Fourth of July, although severe weather put a damper on the proceedings in several parts of the country.

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Egypt uncovers lost Byzantine-era city in the western desert -- The fourth-century residential city in the western desert is one of two major archaeological finds announced by Egypt on Saturday. -- Jul 4

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Prince Harry to travel solo to London amid security flap -- Meghan and his children may eventually join him on the rest of the trip outside London, the source said.

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Pope Leo spends July 4th at migrant cemetery in Italy, meets with U.S. ambassador -- After the pope's visit to the Sicilian island of Lampedusa, the U.S. Embassy said the ambassador to the Holy See gave Leo a commemorative baseball, an apple pie and a U.S. World Cup jersey.

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The American innovation that made millions of others possible -- From the lightbulb to the airplane, to medical breakthroughs and the internet age, the past 250 years have been defined by America's intrepid intellect.

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3 futurists predict what America will be like in the centuries ahead -- From space to healthcare and artificial intelligence, what could the next 250 years of the United States look like?

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"Vanishingly rare" copy of Declaration of Independence found in U.K. -- A volunteer at the National Archives in London found the document among other papers seized from an American ship in 1776.

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Fire up the grill for a yearly ritual: Communing over BBQ skills (or lack thereof) -- Do you have the "right stuff" when it comes to barbecuing? Lots of people believe they do, and they're more than happy to share their wisdom with you, even if unsolicited. Luke Burbank is not one of those people.

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J.K. Simmons: A real character -- The Oscar-winning "Whiplash" star talks about being a character actor; his new mob series "The Westies"; and the difficult early days of his career - and an unexpected kindness from an actor friend.

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Reclaiming the lost art of listening to music -- Digital music gave us the technology, and the freedom, to listen to whatever we want, whenever we want. But more and more people are going back to older, analog ways of listening.

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I'm a Female Athlete. The Supreme Court Finally Gave Us the Protection We Need. -- When Lia Thomas, a biological male, joined Penn's women's swim team, my coaches told me to accept it. The Supreme Court's ruling on transgender athletes vindicated me.

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Forget What Your Parents Told You About Money -- Buying a home, chasing credentials, and eliminating debt are not always the right decisions in today's economy.

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The Greatness of the Constitution Shines in the Birthright Citizenship Case -- The Court's decision shows that constitutionalism is strong. The Justices stood against the president, and did so on a matter of core constitutional principle.

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Exclusive - Bessent on Trump's crypto earnings: "I don't think there's an appearance problem" Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent touched on the recent disclosure of President Trump's crypto earnings, the latest developments with the tax-deferred Trump Accounts, and the struggles facing the U.S. economy. Jul 2

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Here's who won - and lost - under Trump's "big, beautiful bill" -- A year after President Trump signed the sweeping tax and spending package, its effects on households, businesses and federal programs are increasingly evident.

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Trump announces pardons for pollution violators prosecuted for "fixing their car" -- CBS News previously reported President Trump was weighing pardons of a slate of people convicted of emissions and clean air-related violations.

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Trump says U.S. keeping current support levels for NATO would be "ridiculous" -- President Trump says it would be "ridiculous" for the United States to continue its "one sided" relationship with NATO. His remarks came less than a week before a NATO summit in Turkey.

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Former CDC official: RFK Jr.'s response to measles "not based on science" -- Dr. Debra Houry, who resigned in protest from the health agency, said the spread of misinformation impacted lives.

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What not to do if your CD account matures this July -- Have a CD account with a July 2026 maturity date? Here are three things to avoid doing before that point.

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How much interest will an $18,000 long-term CD account earn if opened this July?

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How much interest can a $55,000 CD account earn if opened now?

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Which AC settings can actually lower your electric bill this summer? -- Dealing with high electric bills this summer? A few changes to your AC settings may help trim your cooling costs.

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Will a new central air conditioning unit lower your electric bill?

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Will a home warranty cover the cost of a central air conditioning unit?

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Silver's price is down 49% since January. Is it still a good investment? -- The price of silver has dropped substantially from a January high. Here's why it's still a good investment anyway.

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Is silver a better investment than gold this summer? Experts weigh in

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Here's why a gold investment makes sense right now

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How to save money on air conditioning as electric bills climb -- As Americans endure another bout of extreme heat, experts say small thermostat adjustments and other energy-saving steps can help reduce soaring cooling costs.

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donate $26 million ahead of wedding -- Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donated to 20 local and national charities ahead of their wedding Friday.

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Spotify removes streams of No. 1 song after suspicious Kalshi bets -- Spotify said the streams tied to Malcolm Todd's "Earrings" were not from genuine listeners after suspicious betting activity emerged on Kalshi.

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What is the "buy, borrow, die" tax strategy Gavin Newsom wants to ban? -- As a proposed billionaire tax in California moves forward, Gov. Newsom says other approaches are needed, including closing a tax loophole used by the ultra-rich.

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Dangerous weather amid July 4th celebrations -- Millions are out celebrating America's 250th birthday with events planned from coast to coast. But in many places, including in Washington, D.C., they are also battling heat and storms. Lana Zak reports, and Rob Marciano has the forecast.

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Taylor and Travis say yes at MSG -- The vows have been exchanged, the party is over, and slowly, details are emerging about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding. Lilia Luciano reports.

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D.C. security efforts during America 250 -- The security in Washington, D.C., for America 250 events involves miles of fencing, TSA-style airport screenings, bag checks, metal detectors and a long list of prohibited items. Nicole Sganga has more details.

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A look at the Great American State Fair -- There's no one way to celebrate American independence, but in Washington, D.C., attendees from across the country visited the Great American State Fair. Kelly O'Grady has more.

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CBS Sunday Morning - The battle over Stars and Stripes - Stars and Stripes, the newspaper for the American military, is part of the Department of Defense, but has long taken pride in its editorial independence. Under the Trump administration, however, the Pentagon's chief spokesman has vowed to rid the paper of "woke distractions," and the deputy secretary of defense has imposed restrictions on what it can publish (including banning news stories by the Associated Press). CBS News national defense correspondent David Martin reports on fears that a source of independent news for the military could be turned into what the paper's former ombudsman (who was fired after writing a column critical of Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth) calls "a public affairs propaganda machine." 2H ago - 7:48

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Celebrating the Fourth -- This weekend, our nation's 250th birthday was marked with parades, fireworks, and commemorations of all shapes and sizes, from sea to shining sea. Correspondent Lee Cowan explores the many ways in which, despite its differences, the United States remains united in its celebration of the ideals of America.

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A return to "Little House on the Prairie" -- Laura Ingalls Wilder's semi-autobiographical "Little House on the Prairie" series, which inspired a classic 1970s TV show, is returning to screens this summer in a new adaptation of Wilder's beloved books. Correspondent Faith Salie talks with stars Alice Halsey, Skywalker Hughes, Crosby Fitzgerald and Luke Bracey; writer-showrunner Rebecca Sonnenshine; and executive producer Joy Gorman Wettels, about myth-making and pioneers in the American West.

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J.K. Simmons: A real character -- J.K. Simmons, the Oscar-winning star of "Whiplash," relishes being a character actor. He talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about his role as a mob leader in the new MGM+ series "The Westies," and recalls the difficult early days of his career - and how an unexpected kindness from an actor friend helped him when he needed it most.

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Reclaiming the lost art of listening to music -- Digital music gave us the technology, and the freedom, to listen to whatever we want, whenever we want. But more and more people are going back to older, analog ways of listening. Correspondent Conor Knighton checks out the Shibuya HiFi bar in Seattle, where curated listening sessions regularly sell out. He also meets artist and engineer Devon Turnbull, whose company, Ojas, designs high-end speakers and listening rooms for public and private spaces.

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48 Hours - The Day My Mother Never Came Home - Did a father use his 6-year-old son as an alibi for murder? A son grapples with his parents' troubled past. "48 Hours" contributor Vladimir Duthiers reports. Jun 27 - 42:04

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"Dead Girls Don't Talk" -- A man charged with murder for poisoning two women tells a friend, "dead girls don't talk." Brave survivors speak out on their behalf. "48 Hours" contributor Jonathan Vigliotti reports.

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Could Angela Prichard Have Been Saved? -- A woman repeatedly called police for help when she was attacked, stalked, and intimidated by her husband. It didn't stop him from killing her. "48 Hours" contributor Jonathan Vigliotti reports.

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The Plot to Eliminate Alyssa Burkett -- A toxic couple orchestrates an elaborate plan to kill a mother. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.

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Deputy Spivey on Trial -- A TV bailiff accused of murdering his wife is determined to prove his innocence. "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales reports.

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Espaillat, Gimenez on their American stories -- Reps. Carlos Gimenez and Adriano Espaillat, two immigrants and naturalized American citizens, joined "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" to discuss immigration and their families' experiences becoming American citizens.

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Open: "Face the Nation," July 5, 2026 -- This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Ed O'Keefe speaks to NCAA President Charlie Baker and Reps. Adriano Espaillat and Carlos Gimenez discuss immigration and their American stories.

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Nature: Bison on Catalina Island -- We leave you this Sunday among bison grazing on California's Catalina Island. Videographer: Russell Nickerson.

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