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Live - Houthis launch new attack on Saudi capital as Trump mulls strikes - Iran's Houthi allies launch a new attack on Saudi Arabia and promise more to come as Trump considers U.S. action on the new front line in the wider Mideast war. Updated 25m ago

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Grad student allegedly poisoned her colleague, tried to flee U.S. Aili Wang, 32, was arrested at Los Angeles International Airport, where prosecutors allege she sought to return to China. Updated 56m ago

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These documents tell the story of the Cornell rape allegations

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Trump says Greenland oil, gas and mineral exploration "getting ready to begin" -- The announcement comes four weeks after the U.S. signed a deal with Greenland and Denmark to bolster American military presence on the island.

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First on CBS -- Trump officials now leaning against execution livestream, sources say -- Last week, the Pentagon had said the execution of the ex-Army major convicted of killing 13 in 2009 would be livestreamed.

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Pope Leo diagnosed with lung cancer after undergoing surgery -- Tests confirmed a diagnosis of lung cancer for Pope Leo XIV, the Vatican said in a medical update after he underwent surgery.

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Judge blocks Trump's White House ban targeting CNN, MS NOW and Politico -- U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly said the White House's revocation of hard passes for CNN, MS NOW and Politico journalists likely violated their First and Fifth Amendment rights.

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Kimberly Guilfoyle ousted as ambassador over corruption allegations -- Kimberly Guilfoyle said she is stepping aside as U.S. ambassador to Greece, days after reports that she offered access to officials in exchange for help paying off her debt.

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OpenAI employee accused of planting recording device in office -- A Saudi national who worked at OpenAI as an engineer is suspected of planting a recording device in one of the company's conference rooms.

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Duane "Keffe D" Davis sentenced to 40 years to life for Tupac's murder -- Duane "Keffe D" Davis​ was sentenced to 40 years to life in prison Tuesday in Las Vegas for the 1996 murder of rapper Tupac Shakur.

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Hurricane Simon hits Mexico after storms kill 6 -- Hurricane Simon continued to move slowly up the coast of west-central Mexico after tropical weather systems caused six deaths and damage in Pacific coastal towns and resorts.

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Pope Leo's brother also battling cancer, wife tells CBS News -- Louis Prevost​, Pope Leo XIV's older brother who lives in Florida, has multiple myeloma, his wife told CBS News on Tuesday.

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How Iran made the Houthis into such a problem -- 10 years ago, few people had heard of the Houthis. Here's how the Yemeni rebels have become Iran's "most powerful proxy."

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Dolly Parton's nephew pushes back on restraining order -- Dolly Parton's nephew disputed a restraining order that was filed against him by her estate, which accused him of threatening to do violence and destroy her legacy and business empire.

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Supreme Court takes up dispute over access to DOGE records -- The Supreme Court agreed to take up a dispute involving a government watchdog group's attempt to get information from the Department of Government Efficiency​.

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How life insurance can fit into a retirement planning strategy

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How inflation can change your retirement plan

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Do you have enough life insurance? A quick coverage check-up

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Prioritizing paying off debt before retirement? These balances may need different treatment.

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Can paying off debt too aggressively hurt your finances? Here's when it may make sense to slow down.

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Many Americans are relying on multiple forms of credit to cover expenses. When is it a warning sign?

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Is now a good time to buy gold for retirement? How gold prices can affect a 401(k) rollover decision

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What today's gold prices could mean for your retirement savings

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Can you use a 401(k) to buy gold? What investors should know before rolling over retirement funds

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Six Flags stock slides 16% following fatal roller coaster accident

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Why AI could end the price tag as we know it

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Character.ai declares bankruptcy, citing legal and business woes

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Top bidders to attend Trump meme coin dinner appear foreign-based

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AI linked to 84% of ransomware attacks, new report finds

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New details in text messages between Jane Doe and frat members

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Is a bootleg weight-loss drug to blame for 2 reported deaths?

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Johnson says he intends to stay on as GOP leader if party loses majority

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Drone swarms are a problem Secret Service says they have not solved yet

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Douglas Murray: The International Criminal Court Is a Sham

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Trump's Disastrous Diesel Deal

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The Future of Israel May Belong to This Man

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Bipartisan senators call Russia diesel deal a "betrayal" of Ukraine

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Talarico was home in Texas during campaign absence, photos indicate

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Trump pardons 2 auto workers on stage during rally in Alaska

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Houthi attacks leave Trump with "a difficult dilemma"

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Ossoff says "zero interest in running for president" in Georgia debate

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