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Live - Maduro in U.S. after capture; Trump officials weigh in on next steps for Venezuela - Nicolas Maduro and his wife are expected to face federal charges related to drug trafficking and working with gangs designated as terrorist organizations. updated 40M ago

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60 Minutes - Progress made on AI-powered humanoid robots - Engineers and computer scientists are developing AI-powered robots that look and act human. Boston Dynamics invited 60 Minutes to watch its humanoid, Atlas, learn how to work at a Hyundai factory. 25M ago - 13:16

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Latest CBS News Videos - Suni Williams on the view of U.S. from orbit - Astronaut Suni Williams says when she looked at America while in orbit, she thought of the innovation behind the U.S. space program. She wonders "where we as a country will be" in the next 250 years.Contains video courtesy Sen.com - 24M ago - 01:46

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Marco Rubio says "the president always retains optionality" to occupy Venezuela -- Secretary of State Marco Rubio said President Trump always has options when it comes to what comes next in Venezuela, after a U.S. strike and capture of the country's president, Nicolas Maduro.

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The U.S. investigation into Nicolas Maduro and what's next for Venezuela -- After the U.S. capture of Venezuela's Maduro, correspondent Scott Pelley interviews a former hostage negotiator who may have spent more time face-to-face with Maduro than any other American official.

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Rep. Jim Himes says Maduro capture is "clearly illegal under international law" -- Rep. Jim Himes, the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee, pointed to the broader implications of the operation to remove former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.

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Maduro and his wife to appear in federal court on Monday, court spokesperson says -- Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were captured overnight from their home in Caracas during a U.S. military operation.

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Cotton: New Venezuelan government cannot "continue Nicolas Maduro's ways" -- President Trump "wants to give them a chance to turn the page in Venezuela and to help America achieve our policy goals there," Sen. Tom Cotton said on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."

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Venezuela's military recognizes VP as acting leader after Maduro's capture -- Delcy Rodriguez, who is next in the presidential line of succession, served as Nicolas Maduro's vice president since 2018.

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Minn. politicians denounce Trump for elevating conspiracy theories on lawmaker's death -- Several lawmakers are condemning President Trump after he shared a video on social media Saturday alleging Gov. Tim Walz is behind the assassination of former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman.

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5 years later, a stubborn fight over the basic facts of the Jan. 6 riot -- The physical damage from the Capitol riot has been repaired - and President Trump has pardoned almost every defendant. What remains is a battle over the basic facts.

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Trump says the U.S. will "run" Venezuela for now. What do we know about the plans? -- The U.S. captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife in an overnight military operation, President Trump announced.

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U.S. lawmakers react after Trump announces Venezuela operation

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How the U.S. captured Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro -- After months of preparation, U.S. forces arrived at the Venezuelan president's residence in downtown Caracas just after 2 a.m. local time Saturday. -- Jan 3

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Venezuelan opposition leader releases letter after Maduro's capture -- Maria Corina Machado said Nicolas Maduro will "face international justice for the atrocious crimes" he has committed. -- Jan 3

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Could your future coworker be an AI-powered humanoid? -- While it's not ready to join the workforce yet, Atlas, an AI-powered humanoid, is learning how to do human tasks.

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All 40 Swiss bar fire victims identified as community grieves -- The New Year's Eve fire at a bar in the Swiss Alpine resort of Crans-Montana left 40 dead and dozens severely injured.

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Figure skater Alysa Liu makes improbable comeback with new rules, new style -- She surprised the figure skating world at 13 when she won the U.S. Championships, then shocked again when she retired at 16. Now Alysa Liu is making a comeback heading into the Winter Olympics.

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Pete Hegseth: "President Trump sets the terms" on running Venezuela -- "President Trump sets the terms. And ultimately, he'll decide what the iterations are of that," Hegseth told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil. -- Jan 3

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Prosecutor: H.S. coach orchestrated murder of ex with the help of former player -- Shea Briar was found on a rural bridge in Jay County, Indiana, clinging to life with a bullet through his heart. E.J. Stephen, Briar's ex-fiancee and the mother of his child, would soon become a suspect. The high school softball coach would not be the only one.

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Denmark prime minister calls on Trump to "stop the threats" about Greenland -- President Trump has repeatedly claimed that making Greenland part of the United States would serve U.S. national security interests, given its strategic location in the Arctic.

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One year after Calif. wildfires, progress is slow in rebuilding -- A year after wildfires decimated much of Pacific Palisades and Altadena, construction has begun on just about 500 of the more than 16,000 structures lost, slowed by the complex web of permits, insurance payouts, rising building costs, and stalled federal aid.

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Behind the scenes of "The Pitt" -- The HBO Max drama immerses viewers in the struggles faced by the ER staff at the fictional Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center. "Sunday Morning" visits the hyper-realistic set, and talks with star, writer, director and executive producer Noah Wylie.

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How Mayor Fiorello La Guardia made New York the greatest city in the world -- After taking office in the middle of the Great Depression, the NYC mayor - a 5'2" bundle of dynamite and inveterate PR hound - reshaped the city through massive public works projects, while changing the role that government plays in people's lives.

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How Trump Took Out Venezuela's Strongman -- The president has asserted U.S. dominance in the Western Hemisphere, removing a tyrant who had long threatened America's interests.

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The U.S. Captured Maduro. What Comes Next? -- Niall Ferguson and Elliott Abrams join Rafaela Siewert to discuss the latest developments.

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Was Trump's Venezuela Attack Legal? -- There's a direct precedent for arresting Maduro, and courts have repeatedly upheld the president's powers.

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Trump says if Iran kills protesters, U.S. will "come to their rescue" -- As U.S.-Iran tension soars, Trump warns violence against protesters could bring an American intervention: "We are locked and loaded and ready to go."

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Videos released in Epstein files raise fresh questions about jail footage -- A recently released cache of security videos is raising new questions about the prison cameras at the facility where Jeffrey Epstein died in his cell​ in 2019.

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Trump says he underwent CT scan, not MRI, during October examination -- "In retrospect, it's too bad I took it because it gave them a little ammunition," President Trump told The Wall Street Journal.

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White House aiming to get final approval for Trump-backed ballroom by March -- The Trump administration is aiming to move a planned 90,000-square-foot White House ballroom through the federal government's review process at a rapid clip, with final approvals as soon as early March.

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Trump issues his first vetoes of this term -- President Trump used his veto power this week for the first time since returning to the White House, rejecting a pair of bills linked to a Colorado water pipeline and a tribal village in the Everglades.

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What is a good amount of silver to own in 2026? -- Wondering how much silver belongs in your portfolio this year? These practical investing guidelines can help.

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How much can you sell a 100-ounce bar of gold for right now?

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How much can you sell a 100-ounce bar of silver for right now?

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How much could a $25,000 CD account earn in 2026? -- CDs still offer high guaranteed returns as we kick off the new year, despite rates dipping from recent highs.

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What's the CD rate forecast for January 2025? Here's what experts predict

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How much will a $40,000 CD account earn in 2026?

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What are today's mortgage interest rates: January 2, 2026? -- Mortgage rates are starting 2026 on steadier footing, but today's averages may still surprise many borrowers.

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Fed rate cuts and mortgage interest rates: What buyers can expect in 2026, according to experts

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3 THINGS HOMEBUYERS SHOULD DO IN 2026 (AND 3 THINGS TO AVOID), ACCORDING TO EXPERTS

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U.S. seeks to tap Venezuela's vast oil reserves after military strikes -- President Trump said "we're going to get the oil flowing the way it should be" after the surprise U.S. attack. Here's what to know about Venezuela's oil sector.

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California could impose a billionaire tax. Here's how it would work. -- Proposed California ballot initiative would impose a one-time 5% tax on billionaires, with the revenue funneled toward health care and education.

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Some states set to impose SNAP bans on soda, candy and other foods -- Starting January 1, food-stamp recipients in five U.S. states will face restrictions on using the benefits to buy some sugary foods.

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5 key questions for the U.S. economy in 2026 -- From stubbornly high living costs to a softer labor market, economists say these are the forces that will shape the year ahead.

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These national and regional retailers went out of business in 2025 -- More than 8,000 stores closed across the U.S. this year, according to retail industry data, including these well-known brands.

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U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Maduro -- After the U.S. capture of Venezuela's Maduro, correspondent Scott Pelley interviews a former hostage negotiator who may have spent more time face-to-face with Maduro than any other American official.

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What comes next in Venezuela? -- The Trump administration has yet to provide significant details on what the endgame is for Venezuela after the U.S. military operation that captured Nicolas Maduro and his wife. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.

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Mixed global reaction over Venezuela -- Russia, China and Iran have all publicly condemned the U.S. action in Venezuela. CBS News producer Leigh Kiniry has the latest.

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Alysa Liu: The 60 Minutes Interview -- U.S. figure skater Alysa Liu retired at just 16. After years away from the rink, she laced up her skates for a comeback and is now a favorite to win gold at the Winter Olympics.

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Mezcal traditions preserved as demand grows -- Demand for mezcal was low for years, but interest and sales have soared. The vast majority of the spirit is made in Oaxaca, Mexico, where family-owned distilleries dot the landscape. -- Dec 28, 2025

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The booming, bourbon-driven barrel business -- When it comes to wine and whiskey - especially bourbon - the oak barrel reigns, not just as a container, but also for the magic that the wood gives to the whiskey. -- Dec 28, 2025

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How Boston Dynamics upgraded the Atlas robot -- Atlas, a humanoid robot made by robotics company Boston Dynamics, has been upgraded from a version 60 Minutes saw in 2021, with joints that can fully rotate and hands that can grip a variety of objects.

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