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CBS Evening News - Gas averages $4.31 nationwide - Gas prices are running about 15 cents per gallon more than they were just a week ago, and diesel fuel for trucks is now at an all-time high, topping $6 a gallon. The war with Iran is the biggest factor, but President Trump is instead blaming Ukraine. Ed O'Keefe has more details. 6H ago - 2:33

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How a wounded Air Force officer stayed safe in Iran after plane was shot down

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Vance says 870K people suspected of COVID-era U.S. fraud barred from federal loans -- A U.S. enforcement push, dubbed "Heartland fraud surge," probed losses involving the Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loan program.

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First on CBS -- 6 takeaways from our interview with the officer shot down in Iran -- In his first interview, Bravo, an Air Force colonel who was shot down in Iran, told 60 Minutes his story of survival and provided new details about the rescue operation. -- Sep 13

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Exclusive -- Blanche vows to release more 9/11 docs: "We're not protecting people" -- Attorney General Todd Blanche says the government is not withholding documents to protect another country, days after 9/11 families publicly appealed to the Trump administration for more information to be released.

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AI companies must ensure their tech is safe, says top Trump adviser on AI -- In an interview with CBS News, Sacks suggested that fears AI could harm people are overblown. "I think this is becoming a panic," he said.

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John Brennan subpoenaed in Florida "grand conspiracy" probe -- Former CIA Director John Brennan was subpoenaed to testify before a grand jury in Florida as part of the "grand conspiracy" investigation into Obama- and Biden-era officials last week.

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Don Jr.'s wife says Russian oligarch hosted post-wedding festivities as a "gift" -- Bettina Anderson, wife of Donald Trump Jr., said their "dear friend" Umar Kremlev hosted two nights of festivities after their wedding in the Bahamas.

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Alligator Alcatraz had cramped conditions, "small metal enclosures," watchdog finds -- DHS's internal watchdog is sharply criticizing conditions in a Florida immigration detention center dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz," finding detainees at the now-closed facility were held in "cramped conditions."

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Iconic designer Bob Mackie dies at 87. See photos of legendary stars he dressed. -- Dubbed the "Designer to the Stars," Bob Mackie won nine Emmy Awards, a Tony Award and was nominated for three Oscars.

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Abbott Labs to pay nearly $385M in case over bacterial contamination at plant -- The case stems from a Cronobacter bacterial contamination at one of Abbott Laboratories' Michigan plants.

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Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei: "For too long the industry lied" about AI risks -- The head of the artificial intelligence company calls the exponential rate of AI developments a "warning sign," with risks for humanity, and says, "We need to slow down." He talks with "Sunday Morning" about possible steps forward.

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Exclusive - Aboard the USS George Washington in its role in the Iran war - The USS George Washington, with its approximately 5,000 personnel, fighter jets and munitions, is the backbone of the U.S. military's tactical operation in the Iran war. Sep 11

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Afghan girls who study in secret want you to read their "letters to the world" -- 21 Afghan girls, bravely defying the Taliban by continuing to study, handed CBS News letters about their dreams "for an ordinary life." -- Sep 9

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Niall Ferguson: AIpocalypse Now -- It's not just the next 9/11, enabled by AI, that is coming. It's the next global financial crisis. It's the next pandemic. It might even be the next world war. What, if anything, can we do about it?

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Tyler Cowen: The AI Slowdown Is Not What It Seems -- The changes embraced by AI companies over the weekend may improve safety, but they exclude the one thing that could delay AI progress.

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The Founder Building an Actual Unicorn -- Critics say Josie Zayner's gene-editing start-up is messing with Mother Nature. She said, 'Being a god is just being 100 years in the future.'

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Trump dismisses push for AI guardrails despite warnings from tech leaders -- President Trump threw cold water on momentum for AI guardrails, saying all the U.S. needs is a "SMART (High IQ!) PRESIDENT."

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Trump nominates Lee Greenwood's wife to serve as ambassador to Barbados -- President Trump on Monday nominated Kimberly Greenwood, the wife of "God Bless the USA" singer Lee Greenwood, to serve as ambassador to Barbados and several other Caribbean countries.

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Senate returns for final legislative sprint ahead of midterms -- The Senate returned to Washington from a five-week recess, with several priorities to address before leaving town next month to take to the campaign trail.

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EPA to eliminate limits on climate pollution from power plants -- The rule, which is expected to face immediate legal challenges, also could prevent future administrations from regulating greenhouse gas emissions from power plants, sources said.

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As AI rhetoric heats up, Congress stalls on action -- Some House Democrats are calling on Speaker Mike Johnson to delay the congressional recess expected at the end of the week until lawmakers pass AI safeguards.

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Here's how much interest a $150,000 2-year CD account can earn now -- A 2-year CD account of this size could provide ample financial protection and a big return when it matures in 2028.

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The Fed may raise interest rates this week. Here's where you should keep your money if that happens.

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Have $10,000 to put into a 3-year CD? Here's how much interest you could earn now

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What are the monthly payments on a $250,000 home equity loan if opened this September? -- Need to borrow $250,000 from your home equity? Here's how much a loan can cost if taken out in today's rate climate.

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How much will a $60,000 home equity loan cost monthly if opened this September?

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What are the monthly payments on an $80,000 home equity loan now?

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What a Fed rate hike could mean for gold and silver prices -- Gold and silver prices are under pressure right now, and this week's Fed decision could determine what comes next.

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What is the price of gold today?

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Best gold IRA companies and investing advice to know now

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The AI bubble is leaking air, some economists say. Should investors worry? -- AI has fueled a stock boom in recent years. Now, some Wall Street analysts think that epic run is coming to an end.

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The U.S. economy faces mounting headwinds. Here are the top risks. -- Rising energy costs, persistently high inflation and mounting federal debt are clouding the outlook for the U.S. economy - and Americans' finances.

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Amazon halts use of 21 Air after plane overshot Miami runway -- Amazon says it has decided to suspend its operations with 21 Air after one of the carrier's planes​ overshot a runway in Miami, killing five people.

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See how your income tax bracket could change for 2027 -- The adjustment could provide financial relief for taxpayers who find that more of their income is taxed at lower rates, a Bloomberg analysis suggests. -- Sep 11

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Top Trump AI adviser on tech leader warnings -- Over the weekend, four of America's top tech leaders, including Elon Musk, agreed that AI's development should slow down and called for government standards. President Trump dismissed their calls, and in a CBS News exclusive, one of the president's top AI advisers, David Sacks, reacted. Jo Ling Kent reports.

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McConnell returns to Congress after absence -- Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky returned to Capitol Hill on Monday after a monthslong absence. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has the latest.

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Video shows girl survive getting hit by truck -- Surveillance video captured a young girl with her backpack and phone in hand crossing a busy street in Philadelphia. Moments later, a truck appeared to run her over, dragging her under its wheels. Miraculously, she was able to walk away. Cristian Benavides has the story.

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70-YEAR-OLD HIKER FOUND AFTER A WEEK -- A 70-year-old hiker, lost for a week on a large island in the middle of Lake Superior, has been found, after search and rescue teams had nearly given up hope. Mark Strassmann has the story.

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Torrential rains slam Connecticut -- In parts of the Northeast, Sunday was one of the rainiest days in years, and on Monday, more dangerous storms rolled through the Central U.S. Tornado watches are also posted in Iowa. Lana Zak reports, and Andrew Kozak has the forecast.

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Mitch McConnell seen in D.C. -- Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky was seen in Washington, D.C., on Monday, for the first time since June. Ed O'Keefe reports.

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The Daily Report - Tech stock selloff amid AI concerns - Calls for a slowdown in AI development sparked a global selloff in tech stocks on Monday. Jessica Inskip, the director of investor research at StockBrokers.com, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss. 7H ago - 5:06

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John Calipari on Protect College Sports Act -- President Trump is urging Congress to pass the Protect College Sports Act. It would establish new guidelines and protections for name, image and likeness payments, and regulate issues like the transfer portal and how much teams can spend on their rosters. University of Arkansas head coach John Calipari joins to discuss his support for the bill.

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What could a global pause on AI look like? -- Several top tech CEOs are calling for a slowdown in artificial intelligence development amid industry concerns that the technology is spiraling out of control. In a recent New York Times opinion piece, investigative journalist Stephen Witt argues that slowing down may not be enough. Witt joins CBS News to explain.

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Report: Some job hoppers seeing big pay raises -- One group of American workers is seeing their fastest wage growth in more than three years as they jump ship and change jobs. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo explains.

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Trump plays off tech leaders' AI concerns -- Over the weekend, Anthropic co-founder and CEO Dario Amodei published a 3,800-word essay calling for a global slowdown in the exponential development of artificial intelligence. Sam Altman, who runs OpenAI, Elon Musk and others shared social media posts agreeing with Amodei's assessment. CBS News Washington correspondent Natalie Brand has President Trump's reaction.

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