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August jobs report shows U.S. added 162,000 jobs, blowing past forecasts -- Hiring in August was more than double economists' forecast of 65,000 payroll gains.

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Work on Trump-backed Triumphal Arch will start in coming weeks -- The federal government plans to start excavation over the next two weeks on a massive triumphal arch near Washington, D.C., Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum said, a controversial project championed by President Trump.

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60 Minutes Overtime - Dick Cheney on the war on terror - In November of 2001, Dick Cheney, then vice president, addressed the Afghanistan war, saying the U.S. was prepared to do "whatever's necessary" after the 9/11 terror attacks. 50M ago - 14:06

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Live - Price of diesel in U.S. hits record as Vance downplays Iran war impact - Vance says gas prices could have been "much higher were it not for our efforts," as the Iran war pushes pump prices to expected Labor Day weekend records. updated 42M ago

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DOJ reviving dormant prize law to try to claim Iranian oil tankers -- The Justice Department is planning to try to use a legal regime last used during the Spanish-American War to speed up the seizure of ships and their cargo during the Iran conflict.

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"Supersized" El Ni o's harshest weather ahead includes heat, drought, floods -- A new forecast predicts with almost 100% certainty that El Ni o will remain in place until early 2027, peaking later this year.

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2 trapped Nepal workers rescued from buried tunnel 9 days after floods -- Rescuers in Nepal pulled two workers alive from a hydropower tunnel as emergency teams continued efforts to reach others believed to be still alive.

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Federal prosecutor fired after investigating ICE officer for civil rights offenses -- A federal prosecutor in Minnesota who was investigating an ICE officer for possible civil rights crimes has been fired, four sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.

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Illinois senators blast FAA for holding air traffic controller raises "hostage" -- The Homeland Security and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act set aside​ $140 million to give controllers a 3.8% pay raise, but they have so far only received the 1% raise given to all government employees.

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Sturdy stock market mints a record number of 401(k) millionaires -- The number of millionaire 401(k) accounts at Fidelity reached a record 769,000 in the second quarter.

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DOJ asks Supreme Court to allow Postal Service rules on mail ballots -- The Justice Department asked the Supreme Court to intervene in an ongoing legal battle over U.S. Postal Service rules for mail ballots just weeks before the November midterm elections.

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Trump names new acting Army secretary after Driscoll resigns -- President Trump has named Adam Telle as the acting Army secretary, following the departure of Dan Driscoll amid widespread reports of tensions with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

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Lindsay Clancy jury leaves without verdict, defense wants juror dismissed -- A sixth day of jury deliberations in Lindsay Clancy's Massachusetts murder trial ended Thursday without a verdict.

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FBI using AI to zero in on threats faster, deputy director says -- FBI Deputy Director Christopher Raia says the bureau is turning to artificial intelligence as a tool to identify threats and act on them faster.

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Exclusive - 9/11 memorial service should be about remembrance, not politics, Mamdani says - This year's 9/11 memorial service will be Zohran Mamdani's first as mayor of New York City. 14H ago

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Gas prices surge just before Labor Day -- Diesel hit a record of $5.85 a gallon Friday, eclipsing its prior mark of $5.81, set in June 2022.

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The Social Security Administration overpaid her. Now she owes $35,000. -- The agency told a woman that she has 30 days to pay them back. Otherwise, it would cut her benefits by 50% while it collects what it overpaid.

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American automakers urge Congress to ban Chinese vehicle sales in U.S. -- Chinese cars can collect and send consumer and vehicle data to Beijing, U.S. automaker group warns in calling for a ban on sales.

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Mark Sanchez files motion for guilty plea in stabbing incident -- It wasn't immediately clear what charges Sanchez was pleading guilty to, but he is facing a felony battery charge and several misdemeanors, including unlawful entry of a motor vehicle and public intoxication.

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Missouri House candidate accused of conspiring to plant cocaine on opponent -- Thomas Ross allegedly tried to get his campaign manager to plant cocaine and Adderall on his opponent, federal prosecutors in Missouri said.

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Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more -- Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.

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Why I Let My Students Use AI -- My students and I are not outsourcing our minds to machines. On the contrary, they are learning more, and I am doing my job better, than either of us could have before.

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An Alaskan Town Is Literally Dying for a Road. Environmentalists Won't Let Them Have One. -- For 40 years, King Cove residents have been campaigning for a basic piece of lifesaving infrastructure. Their efforts have been blocked by faraway activists.

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The Threat of AI Takeover Is Real -- On Monday, Tyler Cowen argued that widespread alarm over an AI cyberattack was overblown. I dearly wish he were right, but my work as an AI futures researcher forces me to conclude the very opposite.

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Military personnel told last month to stop calling Iran conflict "Operation Epic Fury" -- The Pentagon says "Operation Epic Fury" ended on May 5, after an Air Force email last month told service members to stop using the name for ongoing Iran operations. -- Sep 3

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Election officials raise alarm over mail voting rules: "Virtually impossible" -- One official in California said that scanning individual ballots for every voter in the state would take roughly 43 years based on the Postal Service's estimates.

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Judge blocks Trump's latest effort to narrow birthright citizenship -- A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Trump executive order that would prevent certain people from automatically becoming U.S. citizens at birth.

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AI interviews rolling out for some federal hires, sources say -- The federal government will shift into using artificial intelligence in the interview process for some job applicants in the coming days, according to U.S. officials.

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Missouri's top court blocks new House map favoring GOP until voters can weigh in -- The Missouri Supreme Court has blocked a new House map backed by President Trump from being used in the November election, a setback in Republicans' efforts to pick up an additional House seat.

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How much does a $250,000 annuity pay each month right now? -- A $250,000 annuity can generate substantial monthly income, but that amount can also vary substantially.

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How much will a $100,000 annuity pay each month in 2026?

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What should seniors do now if Social Security is cut in 2032? 4 options to consider

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What happens to money from pending deposits when your bank account is frozen? -- A frozen bank account can leave incoming money in limbo. Here's what could happen to your pending deposits.

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Is charged-off credit card debt easier to settle?

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3 CD account mistakes to avoid this September -- CDs can still be secure and profitable accounts for savers, assuming they avoid these three timely missteps. -- Sep 2

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How much interest can a $200,000 high-yield savings account earn over the next year?

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Here's how much interest a $100,000 18-month CD can earn savers now

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U.S. layoffs in August fell to their lowest level in 4 years -- Job cuts around the U.S. have declined this year even amid signs that hiring is weakening.

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Good Good Golf CEO resigns after furor over Callaway ad -- The top two executives at digital marketing company Good Good Golf are leaving after a controversial ad was panned as sexist.

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Chocolate eyeball candy sold at Marshalls, TJ Maxx recalled -- The recalled candy, sold under the brand "Crystal Temptations," was distributed in 13 states.

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$1 gold Trump coins are on sale, but they'll cost you more than $1 apiece -- The U.S. Mint said the President Donald J. Trump $1 coin can be bought in packages of 25 for $61 or 100 coins for $154.50.

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CBS News Live - CBS News 24/7 - CBS News 24/7 is the anchored streaming news service from CBS News and Stations, available free to everyone with access to the internet. Nov 26, 2014 - CBS News 24/7

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High gas prices to hit Labor Day travel -- Labor Day travelers are set to face gas prices over $4 a gallon this year. Clint Henderson, managing editor of The Points Guys, shares his best tips for planning an affordable trip.

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Vance says U.S. isn't at war with Iran -- Vice President JD Vance took the podium in the press room on Thursday, holding a rare briefing following last week's departure of White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt. Vance downplayed the war with Iran, saying he wouldn't even call it a war. Weijia Jiang reports.

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Dangerous cleanup effort beneath ground zero -- Large chunks of debris crashed through underground basements during the 9/11 attacks. 60 Minutes visited several months afterwards, when an exhausting and dangerous cleanup effort was underway.

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Woman shot man over parking spot in June -- Warning: Disturbing footage. Newly released video shows the moments after a woman fatally shot a man over a parking spot outside a Walmart. The Broward County State Attorney said they released the video to explain their decision not to charge her. Jason Allen has more details.

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CBS Mornings - "Monsters of God" creators on reptile trading - Eric Goode, the director and executive producer of HBO's "Monsters of God" and Jeremy McBride, an executive producer, sit down with "CBS Mornings" to talk about the show and what they hope audiences will learn. Sep 3 - 7:11

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Texas slammed by Edouard's aftermath -- Heavy rains continued to slam Texas in the aftermath of Edouard. Jason Allen reports.

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KIND Snacks founder on his new podcast -- "Shark Tank" judge and KIND Snacks founder Daniel Lubetzky joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new podcast, "Build or Break," where he sits down with fellow entrepreneurs and industry disruptors.

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Where to get the latest CBS Mornings Deals -- On this edition of CBS Deals, we show you items that will help improve your everyday lifestyle. Visit cbsdeals.com to take advantage of these exclusive deals today. CBS earns commissions on purchases made through cbsdeals.com.

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Hack exposes millions of ID scans on dark web -- The FBI is investigating a recent hack that put more than 150 million U.S. and Canadian driver's license scans for sale online. Chris Krebs, former director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency joins with more.

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The miracle of the Pentagon -- When a 757 hit the Pentagon on 9/11, it miraculously struck the only section of the Pentagon renovated to resist a terrorist attack. Hundreds were able to safely evacuate.

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Investment firm devastated by 9/11 -- The investment banking firm Sandler O'Neill faces the tragedy of 9/11. A third of its employees were killed in the attack on the World Trade Center.

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From the archives: The children of September -- "I dream that he is walking through the door of my house and saying he is okay." Children who lost parents on 9/11 were left reeling after the terror attacks.

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