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The Rockettes: Kicking up their heels for 100 years -- Since their beginnings in Missouri a century ago, the troupe known as The Rockettes has been celebrated for their deftly-coordinated, high-precision dance moves. Since 1933, they've performed in the annual Christmas Spectacular at New York's Radio City Music Hall. Jane Pauley goes backstage with some of the dancers who have not only carried on the traditions of the Rockettes, but also have helped shape a new, diverse chorus line.

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60 Minutes - 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. 1H ago - 26:24

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Everest's Sherpas risk their lives to help others reach the summit -- Sherpas are the porters and guides who risk their lives to help others reach the summit of Everest, often with little recognition. A new generation is hoping to change that.

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Trekking to Everest Base Camp with 800 pounds of camera gear

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Everest becomes a multi-million dollar business

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Remembering the treasured films of Rob Reiner -- Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz looks back at the work of actor and director Rob Reiner.

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Rob Reiner's friends and colleagues share fond and funny memories

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Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch -- NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.

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Georgetown coach suspended for one game for water bottle throw -- Georgetown men's basketball coach Ed Cooley was suspended by the school on Sunday for one game after throwing a water bottle into the stands at the end of a loss to Xavier the night before.

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With violins, pianos and cellos, Kanneh-Masons keep music in the family -- These seven siblings, all under the age of 30, have made a name for themselves in the world of classical music.

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At least 15 newly-released Epstein files have disappeared from DOJ's website, records show -- The episode has deepened concerns that had already emerged from the Justice Department's much-anticipated document release.

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Actor James Ransone, known for his role in "The Wire," dies at 46 -- James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.

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Former Cleveland officer who killed Tamir Rice fired from ranger job -- A former Cleveland officer who fatally shot 12-year-old Tamir Rice has been fired from his new post as a ranger in West Virginia.

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12 bodies found outside Guatemala City linked to gang violence, officials say -- At least 12 bodies were found in three days in a wooded area on the outskirts of Guatemala City, authorities said Sunday, linking the discovery to gang violence.

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Albert Brooks remembers his "oldest friend" Rob Reiner -- Albert Brooks said he's still in shock over the death of his friend Rob Reiner, whom he met at 14 years old.

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Kathy Bates says Rob Reiner "changed the course of my life" with "Misery" role -- Kathy Bates rose to prominence with her Oscar-winning breakout role in Rob Reiner's adaptation of Stephen King's "Misery" in 1990.

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CBS News special celebrates Rob Reiner's life and legacy -- The special features interviews with Kathy Bates, Annette Bening, Albert Brooks, Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Jerry O'Connell and Mandy Patinkin.

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Ben Shapiro: Only Cowards Tolerate Conspiracy Theorists -- Tucker Carlson, Candace Owens, and others make vile accusations through vague insinuations. Beating their distortions requires honesty and clarity.

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Man over Machine: Why AI Firms Are Hiring Writers -- AI may eventually render writers obsolete, but for now, tech companies prefer man-made words to chatbots.

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Can a Kennedy Beat New York's Most Ambitious Democrats? -- Jack Schlossberg and an array of careerists are vying for Manhattan's most illustrious House seat.

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Noem says Brown suspect got U.S. visa through diversity lottery, pauses program -- Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem says the Trump administration will pause the diversity visa lottery program, which she said was used by Brown University shooting suspect Claudio Manuel Neves Valente.

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Here's how much ACA costs would have risen this year without subsidies -- Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year - this chart shows just how much.

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U.S. strikes 2 more alleged drug boats, bringing total death count to over 100 -- The U.S. military says it struck two more alleged drug-carrying boats on Thursday, bringing the total death toll from the Trump administration's monthslong campaign to upwards of 100.

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Trump signs order to reclassify marijuana as Schedule III drug -- President Trump signed an order to reschedule marijuana to a lower drug classification, one of the most significant changes to drug policy in decades.

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Erika Kirk endorses JD Vance for president -- Turning Point USA CEO Erika Kirk endorsed Vice President JD Vance for president in 2028 at the organization's annual youth conference.

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How much interest will a $25,000 CD account earn in 2026? -- Interest earnings on a CD account of this size can still be significant, and it won't take too long to earn, either.

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Planning to open a CD before 2026? Experts say to avoid these costly mistakes

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Short-term CD accounts vs. long-term CD accounts: Which will be better for 2026?

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How much will a $90,000 home equity loan cost monthly following the December Fed rate cut? -- Fed rate cuts have helped cut home equity loan costs. Here's how much a $90,000 home equity loan costs monthly now.

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3 HOME EQUITY LOAN MOVES BORROWERS SHOULD MAKE FOR 2026

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How much will an $80,000 home equity loan cost monthly after the December Fed rate cut?

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Can you dispute an unpaid balance after it was sold to a collection agency? -- Collection agencies will buy debts for pennies on the dollar, but what does that mean for your rights?

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What happens when an unpaid balance is sent to collections?

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Best debt relief companies, plus advice borrowers need to know now

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DraftKings hopes to score big with new prediction markets app -- Sports betting companies face mounting competition from rapidly growing prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polymarket.

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American Airlines stops offering miles for basic economy fares -- Members of the carrier's AAdvantage loyalty program no longer earn miles or status points when purchasing a basic ticket.

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Ford recalls nearly 273,000 vehicles over rollaway risk -- Regulators said the parking module in certain Ford vehicles may fail, potentially allowing cars to roll away.

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TikTok signs deal for sale of U.S. operations to American investors -- TikTok's China-based parent company ByteDance must sever ties with TikTok or lose access to U.S. app stores and web-hosting services

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Trump announces "warrior dividend" for military. Here's what to know. -- The president announced the one-time payments during his White House address on Wednesday. Here's what to know about timing, taxes and more.

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What it takes to film on Mount Everest -- Correspondent Cecilia Vega, producer Jacqueline Williams and a crew physically trained for months to reach Everest Base Camp. Vega said their ascent was, "the hardest thing I've ever done physically."

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Remembering the treasured films of Rob Reiner -- Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz looks back at the work of actor and director Rob Reiner, whose films became part of our shared cinematic language because of their humor, drama, and aching belief in humanity.

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Khanna, Massie on full Epstein file release -- Reps. Ro Khanna, a California Democrat, and Thomas Massie, a Kentucky Republican, who pushed for the Justice Department to release the Jeffrey Epstein files, said the full release is "taking too long" and Friday's release is a "slap in the face of survivors."

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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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Indiana Hoosiers: from outcast to undefeated -- The Indiana University Hoosiers entered this season as the losingest program in major college football history. But the team is now undefeated as it heads into the college football playoffs. -- Dec 14

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Life-saving drugs that cost millions per dose -- A new class of life-saving drugs is helping children who once had no hope. But some carry a price tag of millions for a single dose, and the American health care system hasn't figured out how to pay. -- Dec 14

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Why Germany is rearming, modernizing military -- Germany is undergoing a significant military rearmament. The change has been driven by the ongoing war in Ukraine and U.S. pressure on Europe to shoulder more of its defense. -- Dec 14

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CBS Weekend News - Parts of western U.S. contend with heavy rain, snow - Thirteen million people are under flood watches or warnings in the western U.S., while across the country thousands of flights have been delayed or canceled. CBS News meteorologist Andrew Kozak tracks it all. Dec 20 - 01:53

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Holiday shoppers out in force amid economic fears -- Holiday shopping is in high gear, with the National Retail Federation predicting a record 159 million shoppers on what it calls "Super Saturday," with nearly a third buying gifts in stores. However, consumer sentiment is down as many Americans are concerned about their economic future. Nicole Valdes explains.

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Laws in many states don't cover pregnancy loss -- There's a growing recognition of a gap in the family leave laws of many states for those that suffer pregnancy loss. As Nikki Battiste reports, some lawmakers and advocates are pushing for more protections for grieving families.

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Vintage WWII plane turned into a Christmas sleigh -- The Southern Cross, a restored C-49 World War II-era plane, is used by a nonprofit group for a peaceful mission this holiday season, to provide a Santa-eye view of the Christmas lights in North Texas. The goal is to keep veteran history alive and air-worthy. Omar Villafranca explains.

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Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space -- A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.

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