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CBS Evening News - Billionaire aims to reshape warfare with AI weapons - Palmer Luckey is the 32-year-old tech billionaire who's creating weapons for the next generation of warfare -- autonomous weapons operated by artificial intelligence. Sharyn Alfonsi will have the full story on "60 Minutes." 5H ago - 00:29

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Putin won't take peace with Ukraine without restoring empire, Robert Gates says -- "Putin feels that he has a destiny to recreate the Russian Empire," former Defense Secretary Robert Gates told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."

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Pope Leo XIV takes helm of Catholic Church amid a priest shortage in the U.S. -- Between 1970 and 2024, the number of Catholic priests fell by more than 40% in the U.S.

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Trump suggests his opinion of Taylor Swift has made her less popular -- While Trump was in the air and on his way back to the U.S. from his first major overseas trip of his second term, the president posted about Taylor Swift.

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James Comey under investigation for posting "86 47" on Instagram, Noem says -- Trump administration officials claim former FBI chief James Comey called for violence against the president - which Comey has pushed back on.

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Meet the horses running in the Preakness Stakes -- The Preakness Stakes has a field of nine horses set to race Saturday in Baltimore for the 2025 running of the middle jewel of horse racing's Triple Crown.

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Unique Miami recycling company gives discarded shoes new traction -- Sneaker Impact takes shoe donations from across the nation and ships them outside the U.S, where they are eventually resold by mom-and-pop shops in the developing world.

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1 killed, at least 3 injured in shooting in Las Vegas gym -- One person was killed at the Las Vegas Athletic Club on the city's west side when gunfire erupted, police said.

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Missing hiker found in cabin says she fell off cliff, was trapped by avalanche -- Tiffany Slaton, a woman who was missing for weeks in California's Sierra Nevada, said she was in an avalanche and survived off leeks before she was found safe on Wednesday.

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Feds use new terrorism designation to charge alleged Mexican cartel member -- The U.S. Department of Justice used the new terrorism designation for the first time - providing material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization.

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Judge in Abrego Garcia case frustrated with Trump administration -- A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to facilitate Kilmar Abrego Garcia's return - and has sparred with government lawyers since then.

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Mexican government opposes remittance provision in Trump tax bill -- House Republicans have included in Trump's domestic policy bill a 5% tax on cash payments sent by non-citizens to family in their home countries.

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After Springsteen calls him "treasonous," Trump criticizes rock star's skin -- Bruce Springsteen, a long-standing and prominent supporter of Democratic presidential candidates, made his remarks at a concert in Manchester, England.

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Trump says he'll meet with Putin on Ukraine war "as soon as we can" -- As Russia and Ukraine hold their first direct talks in years, Trump says there won't be a real breakthrough to end the war until he sits down with Putin.

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Army anniversary parade on Trump's birthday could cost up to $45 million -- A military parade next month will feature hundreds of Army vehicles and thousands of soldiers.

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Trump says U.S. will stop Gaza war as death toll reportedly hits 53,000 -- As health officials in Hamas-run Gaza put death toll over 53,000, Trump says, "we're going to get that taken care of. A lot of people are starving."

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Israeli strikes kill scores in Gaza, dimming hope amid Trump's peace push -- Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu defiantly ramps up the war in Gaza, despite mounting pressure from Trump and castigation by France's president. -- May 14

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Hamas releases U.S.-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander -- The American dual national Edan Alexander has been handed over by Hamas more than 19 months after he was taken hostage. -- May 12

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Want to qualify for credit card debt forgiveness? Watch these 3 things. -- Thinking about applying for credit card debt forgiveness in today's economy? Start by inspecting these three items.

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Can you legally stop paying your credit cards?

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Can I still use my credit card after debt settlement?

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Gold prices are falling: 3 gold investments that could pay off now -- Gold's price pullback may signal an opportunity. Here's how investors can take advantage before prices rebound.

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What is the price of gold today?

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How often should I invest in gold?

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How have HELOC interest rates changed in 2025? -- HELOC interest rates have changed substantially in recent months. Here's what to know at this point in 2025.

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Is your home equity trapped right now? Here's what experts say to do.

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4 home equity borrowing rules to follow this May, according to experts

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Trump says U.S. will set tariff rates for most nations within weeks -- President Trump said his administration "will be sending letters out" in two to three weeks to alert other nations of the tariff rates the U.S. will impose.

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Novo Nordisk CEO, who led company into weight-loss drugs, to step down -- Novo Nordisk, maker of weight loss drug Wegovy, says CEO Lars Fruergaard Jorgensen is leaving the company by "mutual agreement."

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David's Bridal expands offerings from DoorDash deliveries to couture -- From $99 dresses on DoorDash to bespoke gowns, David's Bridal strives to charm every kind of bride.

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Charter and Cox to merge in blockbuster $34.5 billion cable deal -- Charter Communications' merger with Cox Communications will combine two of the top three cable companies in the U.S.

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Consumer confidence falls to lowest level in 3 years amid inflation fears -- Weakening consumer confidence and mounting uncertainty could hit spending, economists warn.

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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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Why Trump's budget faces GOP opposition -- President Trump's domestic policy bill hit a major snag after conservatives blocked it from advancing out of the House Budget Committee. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports and Marc Goldwein joins for analysis.

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What to know about New Orleans jail escape -- In New Orleans, 10 inmates, at least one a convicted murderer, broke out of a jail -- and officials say there are indications they had inside help. Kati Weis reports.

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FEMA facing crisis as hurricane season approaches -- With hurricane season just weeks away, a FEMA report says the agency is not prepared. Nicole Sganga has more.

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Gaza hunger leaves girl severely malnourished -- The Israeli government has repeatedly denied Gaza is facing starvation, and says that the more than two-month aid blockade is to force Hamas to release the remaining hostages taken in the Oct. 7 attack that killed just under 1,200 people. But according to the United Nation's World Food Programme, there are at least 14,000 who are severely malnourished. Debora Patta reports.

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Extended interview: Retired Gen. McChrystal -- In an interview with "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson, Retired Army Gen. Stanley McChrystal talks about his new book, lessons learned after resigning in 2010 and more.

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Donated sneakers are getting second life abroad -- According to a 2023 footwear survey, Americans will own more than 250 pairs of shoes in a lifetime. Cristian Benavides reports on the effort to give discarded shoes new traction.

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Surprising facts about Mark Twain in new book -- Best-selling author Ron Chernow's list of works has revealed details of historical titans easily identified by surnames -- Grant, Washington, Rockefeller. He even inspired the hit broadway musical "Hamilton." Chernow joins to discuss his new book that focuses on another giant: Twain.

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Goodbye to dog becomes lesson in letting go -- When the Schoper family lost their dog Turtle, they didn't just grieve -- they invited the whole neighborhood to mourn with them. Steve Hartman has the story.

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CBS Village - Diverse Voices & Communities - "Death Becomes Her" earns Tony nods - With 10 Tony nominations including for best original score, "Death Becomes Her" is earning praise for its music by Julia Mattison and Noel Carey. 14H ago - 04:27

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The Texan who let the stones speak - Former journalist Olive Talley spent five years telling the story of the Gault Site, where artifacts discovered in Central Texas may rewrite the history of when humans first arrived in North America. Her film "The Stones Are Speaking" honors archaeologist Dr. Mike Collins, who saved the site before losing his voice to Alzheimer's. 14H ago - 05:09

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Drag racer Brittany Force hopes for redemption at Route 66 NHRA Nationals -- Force is fueled by her historic run in Charlotte, North Carolina last month when she shattered the top fuel speed record at over 340 mph.

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Illinois House passes legislation to overhaul police hiring after Sonya Massey killing -- The legislation would require anyone applying to be a police officer in Illinois to authorize all their former employers to provide full employment records before they can accept any final job offer.

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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar reveals pivotal moments that shaped his activism -- Off the court, NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has spent his life advocating for social justice. He wrote about it in a new book. -- May 15

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CBS Reports - The Price of Milk | CBS Reports - The economy and immigration are two of the biggest issues on the minds of Americans, but we rarely get a look behind the scenes to see how these key forces in American life intersect. CBS News Race & Culture and CBS Reports reveal the connection between immigration and food prices by following the journey of the people, both legal and undocumented, bringing America's milk to market. Mar 9 - 43:20

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Finding Common Ground | CBS Reports -- Los Angeles is home to one of the largest populations of Jews in the world, and one of the largest populations of Muslims in America. For almost two decades, a group there has been trying to build bonds between these two communities, but the attack of Oct. 7, 2023 and its aftermath are putting that mission to the test. CBS Reports and CBS News Race and Culture examine these challenges and explore how the next generation may hold the key to forging paths to unity amid adversity.

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Ultra Processed | Food Tech & the American Diet -- Americans are among the world's biggest consumers of ultra-processed foods, which comprise more than half of an average adult's diet and two-thirds of a child's. As technology continues to accelerate innovations in additives, chemicals and food products, U.S. regulators are struggling to keep up. CBS Reports examines why ultra-processed foods have become so pervasive in the American diet, and what filling the gaps in federal regulation can do to ensure Americans are fed and healthy.

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CBS Reports | Does Big Plastic's Idea Work? -- As America grapples with an escalating plastic crisis, the city of Houston, ExxonMobil and other partners announced a new program that promised to recycle nearly all of the city's plastic waste. However, after two years, the program has yet to fully materialize. Critics argue that the evidence suggests it never will. And yet, the company envisions similar programs in other American cities. CBS Reports and Inside Climate News investigate whether this proposed solution to our plastic recycling crisis is indeed too good to be true.

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Model Prisons: California's Push for Reform -- Nearly 95% of people currently in prison will be released back into society, and historically a significant percentage are likely to reoffend. In California, authorities are trying to change that by providing inmates access to education, work and other rehabilitative privileges - programs that have been shown to reduce recidivism and increase public safety. CBS Reports examines a controversial approach some see as being soft on crime, which now may be preventing it.

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