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Tuesday, February 17, 2026 8:58 AM ET

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Entertainment - Robert Duvall dies at 95 - Robert Duvall, known for his roles in "The Godfather," "Apocalypse Now" and more, has died at 95, his wife announced in a social media post Monday. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more. 19H ago - 02:39

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Crime - Sheriff rules out family in Guthrie case - As the search for Nancy Guthrie continues, the Pima County sheriff for the first time is officially ruling out her family members, including siblings and spouses, as possible suspects. Meanwhile, investigators are also using a device known as a "signal sniffer" to try to detect transmissions from Guthrie's pacemaker. Jonathan Vigliotti reports. 26M ago - 02:27

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Hillary Clinton on Esptein files handling -- Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, who is being pressured to testify on what she knows about Jeffrey Epstein's dealings, is accusing the Trump administration of a cover-up over the Justice Department's handling of the Epstein files release. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.

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Bobsledder Elana Meyers Taylor wins gold -- American bobsledder Elana Meyers Taylor won her first gold Olympic medal on Monday in the women's solo event. Prior to the Games she had won five medals in four Olympics. She is now tied as the most decorated American woman in Winter Olympics history.

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Jesse Jackson dies at age 84 -- Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson has died at age 84, his family has announced. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe looks back at Jackson's legacy.

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How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world -- On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.

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These United States: George Washington and climate change -- On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.

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Impact of climate change on Winter Olympics -- The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.

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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving -- After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.

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Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies -- Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.

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Cow develops technique to scratch herself -- "CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.

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Almanac: January 18 -- "Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.

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Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years -- The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.

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Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study -- Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.

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Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged -- Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.

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Rainbow PUSH is Rev. Jesse Jackson's legacy in lifelong social justice fight -- Born from his civil rights work with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and the product of two separate organizations fighting for social justice, economic opportunity and equal rights, Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.'s legacy lives on in the Rainbow PUSH Coalition.

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Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader who ran for president, dies at age 84 -- The Rev. Jesse Jackson marched alongside Martin Luther King Jr., ran for president in the 1980s and led the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition in Chicago for decades.

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Nancy Guthrie's family have been cleared as suspects, sheriff says -- All family members of Nancy Guthrie have been cleared as suspects in her disappearance, authorities in Arizona said.

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Canada's Megan Oldham takes gold in freestyle big air, Eileen Gu takes silver -- Defending Olympic champion Eileen Gu took silver in freeski big air at the 2026 Winter Olympics as Canada's Megan Oldham won the gold medal on Monday night.

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Why athleisure giant Lululemon is losing momentum -- After a decade of rapid growth, Lululemon is struggling to find its footing in an increasingly saturated market.

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Average tax refund is nearly 11% higher so far this year, IRS data shows -- Forecasters predicted filers would benefit from larger checks​ this year due to a series of new tax provisions in the "one big, beautiful" bill.

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What's open and closed on Presidents Day 2026? -- Most retail and food establishments will remain open, but services like mail delivery will be suspended for the federal holiday. -- Feb 16

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Prediction markets heat up on Valentine's Day as people place bets on love -- Prediction markets are taking bets this Valentine's Day that celebrity relationships can thrive - or break apart. -- Feb 14

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January CPI report is the best inflation news in months. Here's why. -- The inflation reading, the lowest since May 2025, shows grocery, gas and rent prices are cooling. -- Feb 13

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Robert Duvall, Oscar winner who starred in "The Godfather," dies at age 95 -- Robert Duvall was in such classics as "The Godfather," "To Kill a Mockingbird," "M*A*S*H," "The Great Santini" and "Tender Mercies."

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Stephen A. Smith: Always up for a debate -- The high-profile ESPN and SiriusXM commentator and bestselling author is a combative and colorful voice on sports. But now, with a weekly political show in which he interviews government leaders, he is raising eyebrows in Washington, too. -- Feb 15

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Stephen A. Smith: Always up for a debate - High-profile ESPN and SiriusXM commentator and bestselling author Stephen A. Smith is a combative and colorful voice on sports. But now, with a weekly political show, in which he interviews government leaders, he is gaining notice in Washington, too. Smith talks with "Sunday Morning" national correspondent Robert Costa about his journey and whether he might soon be on a debate stage. Feb 15 - 07:31

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Paul Anka: Still doing it his way -- The singer-songwriter who's remained on Billboard's Hot 100 Chart for seven straight decades has just released his latest album, "Inspirations of Life and Love." A youthful 84, he talks about his artistic longevity. -- Feb 15

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Deadly shooting Rhode Island hockey game -- At least two people were killed, and three others were injured during a shooting at a high school hockey game in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, on Monday. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest confirmed information.

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What we know about the evidence in the Nancy Guthrie search so far - Investigators searching for Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, have uncovered several notable pieces of evidence as they try to identify a suspect. 3H ago

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Former FBI official on Nancy Guthrie case -- The mask and clothing worn by the suspect in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance may have been purchased from Walmart, law enforcement says. Steven Jensen, former assistant director for FBI's Washington field office, joins CBS News to discuss.

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