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Live - "Worst case scenario" for shippers as U.S. and Iran step up attacks - As the U.S. and Iran escalate attacks 140 days into the war, an industry analyst says "nobody is willing to move" through the Strait of Hormuz. updated 20M ago

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What Americans think about voter fraud -- President Trump spoke extensively about election integrity during his primetime speech, alleging, without evidence, that China intervened in the 2020 election. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the latest polling on what Americans believe.

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Protests after Zelenskyy fires defense chief -- Crowds took to Ukraine's streets to protest Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's dismissal of popular defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov. CBS News' Aidan Stretch reports.

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Lettuce linked to diarrhea-causing parasite -- FDA investigators believe iceberg lettuce from Mexico may be behind the spread of cyclosporiasis, a diarrhea-causing parasite. CBS News' Ash-har Quraishi reports.

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Mullin alleges election fraud -- Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin claims that there are 250,000 noncitizens registered to vote in the U.S. CBS News' Nicole Sganga has more.

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CBS Mornings - Stars of "The Odyssey" preview film - Anne Hathaway and Matt Damon, who star in "The Odyssey," speak to "CBS Mornings" about the movie, the challenges they faced during filming and working with Oscar-winning director Christopher Nolan. 4H ago - 6:10

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Fact-checking Trump's speech on election security -- President Trump delivered a speech on election security Thursday night at the White House. Here are the facts behind some of his claims.

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Maps show wildfire smoke forecast, air quality alerts in U.S. -- Heavy smoke from several large wildfires blazing in Canada and Minnesota is engulfing large swaths of the Midwest and the U.S. East Coast this week.

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ICE officer in Maine shooting has history of violent behavior, relatives say -- The Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer who shot and killed a Colombian man in Maine this week is an Army veteran who has struggled with serious mental health issues since early childhood, relatives say.

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Darline Graham in serious discussions about running for Lindsey Graham's seat -- Darline Graham indicated in a White House meeting Thursday that she's weighing a bid, CBS News confirmed.

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Strong earthquake hits Mexico-Guatemala border, tsunami alert lifted -- The U.S. Geological Survey reported that the earthquake had a magnitude of 7.3 with the epicenter 30 miles southwest of Aquiles Serdan, Mexico.

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Brenda Fricker, Oscar winner who played Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2," dies -- Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."

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"Master yachtsman" fugitive captured on boat after 21 years on the run -- Ronald L. Fischer, who was featured on "America's Most Wanted," fled Rhode Island during his criminal trial for first-degree sexual assault in 2005.

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Cyclosporiasis outbreak traced to lettuce from Mexico used by Taco Bell -- A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.

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Appeals court keeps in place Pentagon's escort policy for reporters -- The appeals court in Washington, D.C., divided 2-1 in ruling in favor of the Trump administration in the legal battle over the Pentagon's escort policy for journalists.

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Andy Burnham declared Labour Party leader, will become U.K. prime minister -- Andy Burnham was officially declared leader of Britain's governing Labour Party, clearing his final hurdle to taking office as prime minister next week.

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India activist urged to end hunger strike as he risks organ failure -- Well-known activist Sonam Wangchuk hasn't eaten in nearly 3 weeks, endangering his health as he demands changes to India's exam system.

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Novak Djokovic talks tennis career and Serena Williams' return -- Novak Djokovic talks to "CBS Mornings" about still competing at 39 years old, the U.S. Open and Serena Williams' return to the court.

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Tree-killing Asian beetle detected in EU for first time -- The emerald ash borer, which has devastated ash forests in North America, has been detected in the European Union for the first time.

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Boomer wealth transfer will mostly benefit the already rich, report finds -- Trillions of wealth passed down by the baby boomers will likely go to younger Americans who are already rich. Here's how much they'll get.

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Journalist known as "The Jaguar" shot dead in Mexico -- The state government condemned the murder of Josue Martinez, and called on prosecutors to launch a probe in order to find those responsible.

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Deadly helicopter crash in Hudson River likely caused by bird strike, NTSB says -- A family of five from Spain, including three children, and the pilot died in the April 2025 crash.

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Coca-Cola temporarily halts production of Fairlife milk after cyberattack -- A cybersecurity incident has forced Coca-Cola to suspend Fairlife milk production in the U.S. An investigation is underway.

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Death by Telehealth -- A dental student went to the ICU. He died without ever being examined by a doctor.

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New York's Ban on the Future -- Governor Kathy Hochul's data-center ban will hurt New Yorkers and help foreign adversaries-while stifling progress in AI.

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The 'Gay' Attacks on Lindsey Graham Are All About Politics -- We may never know about the late senator's sexuality. But those who question it do so to punish him for his hawkish and conservative views.

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Trump revisits disputed claims about elections but offers no new proof of fraud -- In a primetime address, President Trump alleged the U.S. election system falls "catastrophically short," revisiting a topic that has drawn his attention for years - and making claims that election experts have heavily disputed.

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Trump falsely alleges voting machines are "vulnerable" and "easily compromised"

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Thousands of election-focused workers cut during Trump's 2nd term -- Since the beginning of his second administration, the government has cut thousands of workers who were tasked with ensuring secure elections in the U.S.

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Blanche holds meeting with Epstein accusers after Tillis' request -- Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche met with accusers of Jeffrey Epstein following a demand to do so by a Republican senator whose support is crucial to advancing his nomination to lead the Justice Department.

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Trump speaks on elections, alleging Chinese access to voter data -- President Trump gave a primetime address on elections tonight, as he remains focused on the 2020 race.

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Doctors question plan to screen military members for low testosterone -- Doctors raised a range of concerns about a testosterone screening policy announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, which is likely to be costly to implement.

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Can creditors change their minds after agreeing to forgive a debt? -- Before you assume a forgiven debt is settled, there are certain things to understand about the process.

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When is hiring a debt relief company worth the cost?

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How do creditors decide whether to accept a settlement offer?

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How much interest can a $10,000 CD account earn if opened this July? -- A $10,000 CD can generate serious interest - but only with the right term. Here's what to know about the math.

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How much interest will a $5,000 no-penalty CD earn now?

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How much interest can a $250,000 1-year CD account earn now?

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What credit score do you need for the lowest mortgage rates right now? Experts weigh in -- Having a high credit score can translate into big savings on your mortgage loan, but how high does it need to be? -- Jul 16

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Can mortgage rates fall without another Fed rate cut? Here's what experts think

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Will the July inflation report impact mortgage interest rates?

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Teleprompter operator made over $100K betting on Trump speeches -- After detecting suspicious activity on the teleprompter operator's account, Kalshi investigated and then referred the case to federal regulators.

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Airlines say permanent daylight saving time won't be simple -- Adjusting to permanent daylight saving time would cause significant disruptions to schedules and operations, an airline trade group said.

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Trump Media to sell faster access to president's Truth Social posts -- "Markets already move on Truth Social posts," the company's chief executive said in the Truth API announcement.

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Novak Djokovic on tennis career, future -- Tennis legend Novak Djokovic talks with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about continuing to play at an elite level at the age of 39, Serena Williams' return to tennis and what he still hopes to accomplish in his career.

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Dangerous flooding in Texas -- More than 2 feet of rain slammed the Texas Hill Country in the past four days, causing dangerous floods. Jason Allen reports.

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What to know about uterine fibroids -- Uterine fibroids are noncancerous tumors that develop in the muscle of the uterus. In the U.S., the medical condition affects more than 26 million pre-menopausal women. Dr. Tara Shirazian explains how she's helping to guide other doctors through educational videos. She also discusses how patients can educate themselves and treatment options.

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Possible help in treating high cholesterol -- The FDA has approved a pill form of a powerful class of medication that targets bad LDL cholesterol. Chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains.

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