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Supreme Court takes up challenges to AR-15 bans -- The Supreme Court agreed to take up challenges to so-called assault-weapons bans in Cook County, Illinois, and Connecticut.

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Will a new central air conditioning unit lower your electric bill? -- A new AC system may reduce your energy costs, but the savings depend on more than just the equipment you install.

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Prince Harry "exploring every option" to bring family on U.K. visit -- Prince Harry's request for taxpayer-funded police protection during a visit home this summer was reportedly rejected by U.K. authorities.

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Fossil found in drawer turns out to be first dinosaur bone from Antarctica -- Dinosaur fossils are rare to find in Antarctica because of the unforgiving ice caps. But millions of years ago, the region was populated by lush forests.

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Arrests made after bomb attack targets reporter threatened by mafia -- Sigfrido Ranucci had just returned home at the time of the explosion, and his daughter had walked by a half-hour before, his employer said.

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Ukrainian construction tycoon possibly targeted in Monaco explosion -- French and Ukrainian media say an explosive device left in a Monaco apartment building seriously wounded construction magnate Vadym Iermolaiev and his wife.

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Over half a million dollars stolen from ATMs in "jackpotting" scheme -- Four men are accused of stealing more than half a million dollars from ATMs in Connecticut, in a "jackpotting scheme," authorities said.

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Body of suspected bear attack victim found on mountain -- Fatal maulings in the last three months have jumped fivefold compared to last year, according to government data.

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Some Russian soldiers last just minutes on front lines, military bloggers say -- Once Russian soldiers reach certain parts of the front lines of the war in Ukraine, they can expect to live an average of just 20 to 35 minutes, according to a grim estimate by Russian military bloggers.

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Aide who planned JFK Jr.'s secret wedding weighs in on Swift-Kelce rumors -- RoseMarie Terenzio, who was JFK Jr.'s former chief of staff and planned his secret wedding to Carolyn Bessette, said she doesn't think Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting married at Madison Square Garden.

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Teaching the Declaration of Independence with hashtags 250 years later -- Educators are finding engaging ways to teach the Declaration of Independence on the 250th anniversary of its signing. -- Jun 29

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D.C.'s July 4th fireworks will have "TSA-style" security, won't start until late -- This year's Fourth of July celebrations in D.C. - marking the nation's 250th birthday - will include hours of military flyovers and a massive fireworks display that could stretch late into the night.

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CBS to host "The Great American Block Party 250" special on July 4 -- CBS will host a primetime special celebrating America's 250th birthday on Saturday, July 4, with exclusive performances and the largest fireworks show in history. -- Jun 17

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Exclusive: Iran Plans to Seize Protestant Church -- St. Peter Evangelical is the oldest Protestant church in Iran. Now the regime is threatening to take it over, warning its leaders: 'We are no longer afraid of America.'

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AI Is Recovering the Ancient World's Lost Library -- For centuries, scrolls burned to a crisp by Vesuvius seemed permanently sealed. Now AI is helping scholars recover books the ancient world thought lost forever.

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I Planned JFK Jr.'s Secret Wedding. Here's How Taylor and Travis Could Pull It Off. -- Rumors are swirling that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting hitched at Madison Square Garden. RoseMarie Terenzio says a decoy is a celebrity's best bet for privacy. -- Jun 26

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Democratic primaries in Colorado mark latest fight over party's direction -- One week after Democratic insurgent victories in New York, the focus is now moving to Colorado, where challenges in a trio of races are threatening candidates backed by the party establishment.

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Supreme Court expands presidential firing power, overturning 90-year-old ruling -- The Supreme Court overturned a 90-year-old decision that allowed Congress to shield members of certain independent agencies from being fired by the president at will.

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Second Dan Sullivan can appear on Alaska Senate primary ballot, court rules -- The Alaska Supreme Court ruled Monday that a man with the same name and party as Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan can challenge the sitting lawmaker in the state's Senate primary in August.

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GOP Rep. Tom Kean returns to Congress, says he was diagnosed with depression -- The New Jersey congressman missed more than 140 votes since March 5 as those around him declined to give specifics about his medical issue.

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Trump nominates Keith Sonderling as labor secretary -- Sonderling was elevated to the role in an acting capacity after Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer left the position in April.

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Federal student loan changes become effective this week. Here's who may be impacted. -- New repayment rules and borrowing limits start this week. Here's who should pay close attention to the changes.

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Federal student loan changes go into effect July 1. Here are 4 questions borrowers need to ask now.

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3 ADVANTAGES HOMEBUYERS SHOULD KNOW THIS SUMMER, ACCORDING TO EXPERTS -- Even with mortgage interest rates high, buyers may have some timely advantages this summer. Here are three to know.

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AI could make people dull, one scientist fears. Here's why. -- AI tends to "play it safe within a user's preferences," nudging people toward more conventional choices, according to computational social scientist Sandra Matz.

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Ford recalls more than 741,000 vehicles due to faulty park system -- Ford estimates that 1% of the vehicles have the defect, according to the recall notice.

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This number helps explain why many Americans are down on the economy -- American workers' share of the nation's income is at its lowest point in almost 80 years, as more of the economy's gains flow to corporations and investors.

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Here's what to know about Medicare's new GLP-1 weight-loss drug program -- For the first time, Medicare will cover GLP-1 drugs prescribed solely for weight loss for eligible beneficiaries at a $50 monthly copay.

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Iran war has cost Americans $1,000 per household, economist estimates -- The Iran war has significantly driven up the cost of fuel, airfare and other U.S. goods, according to Moody's Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi.

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Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship -- The Supreme Court struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship. Tony Dokoupil anchored this CBS News special report.

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Supreme Court rules on campaign spending -- The Supreme Court struck down coordinated campaign spending caps on Tuesday in a major move ahead of the 2026 midterm election. CBS News contributor Rebecca Roiphe has more.

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Trump calls housing bill "a big yawn" -- President Trump told reporters Tuesday in the Oval Office that the bipartisan housing affordability bill he was set to sign last week was "a big yawn" compared to the SAVE America Act. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has more.

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Supreme Court rules on transgender athletes -- The Supreme Court upheld state bans prohibiting transgender athletes from competing in girls' and women's sports. Tony Dokoupil anchors this CBS News Special Report.

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CBS Mornings - Brandon Lake opens up about his music - Grammy-winner Brandon Lake is one of the biggest names in Christian music. He speaks with "CBS Mornings" about how his audience is growing, collaborations and how he got his start. 3H ago - 4:49

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New podcast gives financial tips -- CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger is launching a new podcast called "Money Moves with Jill Schlesinger" to answer questions, offer advice and help you make the best financial decisions. She says they'll also challenge money myths you may hear online.

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Stunning upsets in World Cup -- Paraguay knocked out historic powerhouse Germany in the World Cup on Monday - and it wasn't the only upset. Morocco beat the Netherlands in a penalty shootout, sending the Dutch to their earliest World Cup exit ever. Nicole Valdes reports.

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What is the viral trend looksmaxxing? -- Looksmaxxing is a viral and controversial trend that encourages young men to maximize their appearance. Adam Yamaguchi shows why it's resonating with some people.

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