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Day care in Minneapolis vandalized after viral video purporting fraud -- A Minneapolis day care says that vandals damaged the facility early this week, after a YouTube video purporting to expose fraud among day cares in the Twin Cities metro area went viral.

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60 Minutes - 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 - 14:02

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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.

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Photos show the year in politics for 2025 -- In 2025, President Trump returned to power and instituted change in Washington. Here's a roundup of photos of key moments throughout the year.

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Disney cast member recovering after runaway boulder at Indiana Jones show -- A staffer at Walt Disney World in Florida is recovering after being struck and injured by a fake boulder that rolled off stage during a live performance, Disney said.

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Maps show New Year's weather forecasts, with more snow and rain on the way -- Lake effect snow, intense rain and chilly temperatures dominate the forecasts for different parts of the U.S., before and after the new year arrives.

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Body found amid search for missing Texas teen Camila Mendoza Olmos -- The body has not yet been identified, Texas officials said at a Tuesday news conference.

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Here's who's performing on New Year's Eve to ring in 2026 -- Here's what to know about the lineup of performances scheduled for New Year's Eve, when crowds gather in Times Square to ring in 2026.

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Sprinkles founder confirms cupcake chain is closing permanently -- The chain started in Beverly Hills in 2005.

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Is anything open on New Year's Eve 2025? See which stores are operating. -- Most major retailers and grocery stores will be open on New Year's Eve, although some will have reduced hours.

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Feeding Our Future founder Aimee Bock ordered to forfeit $5.2 million -- The ringleader of what authorities called the largest pandemic fraud case in the United States has been ordered to forfeit more than $5 million.

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"Hail and farewell": A tribute to those we lost in 2025 -- "Sunday Morning" looks back at some of the newsworthy men and women who passed away this year - from musicians and storytellers, to activists and statesmen - who touched us with their creativity and humanity.

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Good news you may have missed in 2025 -- The bad news from the past year (and there was a lot of it) drowned out much of the GOOD news that made smaller headlines. David Pogue reports on some of 2025's best underreported stories.

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Top news headlines of 2025 month-by-month -- From political upheavals and gun violence, to the first American-born pope, "Sunday Morning" host Jane Pauley looks back at key events of a transformative year in U.S. history.

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Niall Ferguson: A Republic-If You Don't Throw It Away -- As the American republic prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday in 2026, reports of its demise are greatly exaggerated. -- Dec 29

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What I've Learned from Watching People Wait to Have Children -- As doctors, we owe our patients the truth: You cannot defy biology. -- Dec 30

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'Marty Supreme' Is a Victim of Its Own Hype -- Timothee Chalamet's Ping-Pong movie has been a huge hit online, but does it deserve the acclaim?

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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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Trump says U.S. hit "big facility" linked to alleged drug boats -- President Trump said the U.S. hit a "big facility" last week linked to alleged drug boat operations, as tensions ratchet up with Venezuela. -- Dec 30

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Trump says Hamas must disarm very soon or "there will be hell to pay" -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also announced President Trump will receive the Israel Prize for his work on peace negotiations. -- Dec 29

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Trump and Zelenskyy say they're nearly in agreement on Ukraine peace plan -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy lauded "strong security guarantees" from the U.S. after Sunday's meeting with President Trump in Florida. -- Dec 29

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More artists cancel Kennedy Center performances after board vote on name change -- The Kennedy Center board, whose members were appointed by President Trump, voted earlier this month to add his name to the building. -- Dec 30

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What happens if your credit card payment bounces? -- A bounced credit card payment can cause serious financial damage. Here's what to expect and how to recover.

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Retirees should use these 3 strategies to get rid of debt in 2026, experts say

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Credit card debt forgiveness mistakes to avoid in 2026

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What's the CD rate forecast for January 2025? Here's what experts predict -- CD rates could shift early in the new year, experts say, so you may want to make your moves now.

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

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What's the CD account interest rate forecast for 2026? Here's what experts expect.

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How much can you sell a 100-ounce bar of gold for right now? -- With gold prices sitting near record highs right now, holding a 100-ounce bar could be worth a small fortune. -- Dec 30

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

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Gold IRA vs. silver IRA: Which will be better for investors in 2026?

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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 9 states are cutting income taxes in 2026. See where. -- Income tax cuts are taking effect in multiple U.S. states on Jan. 1, 2026, a new analysis says. -- Dec 30

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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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Bank of America CEO warns market "will punish people" without independent Fed -- Bank of America Chairman and CEO Brian Moynihan stated last week that, as President Trump seeks a new chair of the Federal Reserve, maintaining the banking system's independence is paramount. -- Dec 28

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5 MONEY MOVES TO MAKE IN 2026, ACCORDING TO FINANCIAL EXPERTS -- As many Americans head into 2026 with mounting money worries, reviewing your finances now could help put you on firmer footing next year. -- Dec 26

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HHS freezes all child care funding to Minnesota -- The Department of Health and Human Services said it has frozen federal child care funding for the state of Minnesota, citing viral fraud allegations. Jonah Kaplan has the latest.

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NYPD readies for massive New Year's Eve crowd -- Security measures are in place at some of the most iconic New Year's Eve celebrations, including New York City's Times Square, where more than one million people are expected to gather on Wednesday. Elaine Quijano looks at how the New York City Police Department is preparing.

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Key political issues poised to shape 2026 -- CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe breaks down the major political stories likely to dominate 2026, from the economy to the midterms.

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New Orleans marks 1 year since terror attack -- New Orleans is marking one year since 14 people were killed and dozens more were injured in a terror attack on the city's iconic Bourbon Street. Kati Weis spoke to the family of one of the victims about how they're remembering their loved one.

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Guy Fieri and 24,000 missing tequila bottles -- Trucks carrying Santo Tequila, a brand founded by Food Network host Guy Fieri and former Van Halen frontman Sammy Hagar, vanished last year. This is how the sophisticated highway heist was pulled off.

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Everest climbs put Sherpa guides at risk -- Sherpas navigate extreme conditions and treacherous pathways as they act as porters and guides for climbers summiting Everest. They put their lives on the line, often with little recognition.

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The Kanneh-Masons: Meet the musical siblings -- The Kanneh-Mason family boasts seven classically trained musicians, each under the age of 30. The siblings have toured the world and recorded chart-topping albums.

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