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Paxton projected to win Texas Senate GOP runoff, defeating incumbent Cornyn -- President Trump had endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the primary runoff.

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5 of 7 people trapped in flooded Laos cave for over a week found alive -- Five villagers stuck in a flooded cave in central Laos for more than a week were found alive, rescuers said Wednesday, but two others are missing.

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At least 1 dead, 9 missing after chemical tank implosion in Washington -- The damaged tank at Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. held approximately 900,000 gallons of white liquor, a chemical used in paper processing, authorities said.

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Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara resigns after internal probe -- Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara has resigned following an internal investigation into his conduct, the mayor announced Tuesday evening.

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Exclusive - Latino voters turning away from Trump, but warnings remain for Dems, poll says - Hispanic voters are heading into the midterms feeling economically squeezed and increasingly skeptical of the direction of the country - but Democrats are not necessarily running away with their support, a new poll by UnidosUS finds. updated 18M ago

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HealthWatch - Trump has third medical exam of the past year - President Trump said his health "checked out perfectly" after a medical checkup on Tuesday. Nancy Cordes reports. 14H ago - 1:21

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Second Ebola treatment center set on fire in epicenter of disease's outbreak -- Angry residents of a town at the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo​ attacked and burned a tent that was part of a health center where people are being treated for the virus.

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The latest details on the Ebola outbreak - Officials have increased the number of countries in Africa at risk for Ebola from three to 10. A third entry point is open for Americans traveling from certain high-risk countries back into the U.S. Holly Williams reports. May 23 - 2:34

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What to know about the chemical tank in California that forced evacuations -- The tank at GKN Aerospace is estimated to contain 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a volatile chemical used to produce plastics.

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Ebola kills 3 Red Cross workers in the Congo, organization says -- The three workers, who fell ill in March and died in May, were "among the first known victims of the outbreak," the Red Cross said.

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Live - As Iran and U.S. appear near a deal, Israel ramps up war in Lebanon - As the U.S. and Iran keep up the bluster but appear ready to de-escalate, Israel expands deadly attacks on the complex war's other front in Lebanon. updated 18M ago

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Entertainment - Estelle on her latest album "Stay Alta" Grammy Award-winning artist Estelle released her sixth studio album, titled "Stay Alta," and joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings to reflect on her career and discuss what this record means for her. 23H ago - 7:18

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Josh Johnson on new special, career in comedy -- Comedian Josh Johnson talks with "CBS Mornings" about finding humor in everyday life, how storytelling is at the center of his jokes and his first HBO special, "Symphony."

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Top moments from the American Music Awards -- There were 12 new categories this year at the American Music Awards, which were held on Memorial Day. For the second time at the awards show, BTS took home the night's biggest prize.

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Extended interview: Josh Johnson -- Comedian Josh Johnson talks to CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers about his journey from becoming a writer to a correspondent and host on "The Daily Show," his new special, "Josh Johnson: Symphony" on HBO Max, how his family influenced his comedy and more.

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Sonny Rollins, trailblazing jazz saxophonist, dies at age 95 - Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95. May 25

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Crime - Matthew Perry's assistant to be sentenced - Matthew Perry's assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, will be the fifth and final person sentenced for playing a role in the actor's 2023 ketamine death. Carter Evans reports. 1H ago - 2:01

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U.S.-wanted nephew of drug lord "El Chapo" is captured in Mexico -- The nephew of notorious Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman is sought by U.S. authorities, officials said.

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Mango clothing chain founder Isak Andic's son denies killing him -- Jonathan Andic, son of the Mango clothing empire's founder, has denied the accusation that he murdered his father. -- May 26

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Potential new clues in Lynette Hooker case -- An infrared camera on Brian and Lynette Hooker's sailboat may contain key evidence in the Michigan woman's disappearance in the Bahamas. Cristian Benavides reports.

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Latino's concerned about economy, poll shows -- A UnidosUS poll shows Latinos are feeling the economic pinch ahead of the 2026 midterms. Clarissa Martinez De Castro, the vice president of the Latino Vote Initiative at UnidosUS, joins CBS News with more.

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What to know about research-grade peptides -- Doctors have recently been warned not to prescribe research-grade peptides, which are unregulated and sold online. Dr. Celine Gounder has more.

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World awaits news on U.S.-Iran negotiations -- U.S. and Iran negotiations remain unclear as Israel renewed strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon. Imtiaz Tyab reports.

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New species of blue octopus discovered 5,900 feet underwater -- The new species, named Microeledone galapagensis, has a blue hue, which is believed to be the rarest color in nature.

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What we know about new UFO file release - The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports. May 22 - 3:08

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Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts. -- The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.

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2 HUMPBACK WHALES SWAM RECORD-BREAKING DISTANCE, PHOTOS REVEAL -- The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.

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Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says -- Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.

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El Ni o could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns -- The upcoming El Ni o could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.

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New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists -- The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.

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How a growing El Ni o will affect 2026 hurricane season in Atlantic, Pacific -- The last time an El Ni o pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.

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NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid -- NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.

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Emperor penguins in focus as Antarctica talks start in Japan -- Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan.

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Biden sues Justice Department to block release of files from biographer interviews -- Former President Joe Biden has sued the Justice Department seeking to block the release of files related to interviews he conducted with a biographer that later became a central part of a special counsel investigation into his handling of classified documents.

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Galindo projected to lose Texas Dem House runoff after antisemitism accusations -- Maureen Galindo lost to Johnny Garcia after accusations of antisemitism roiled the race in recent days.

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Fire at kosher store in London "non-suspicious," police say -- London police say a fire at a kosher store in a London neighborhood with a large Jewish community that's been targeted repeatedly is "non-suspicious."

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People held by ICE dying by suicide at increasing, high rate, AP probe finds -- ICE detainees are taking their own lives at a pace that's unprecedented in the agency's two-decade history, highlighting what experts call failures in care and oversight, an AP investigation finds.

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Allred defeats Johnson in heated Texas 33 Democratic runoff race -- Former Congressman Colin Allred defeated State Rep. Julie Johnson in Tuesday's runoff to become the Democratic nominee for Texas' 33rd Congressional District.

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Ex-chef who supplied poison for suicides to avoid murder charges -- Kenneth Law is a former chef accused of running a number of online forums that offered predominantly young, distressed people advice on how to end their lives.

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Israel says strike killed new chief of Hamas armed wing in Gaza -- Israel says it killed the new head of Hamas's armed wing in Gaza, Mohammed Odeh, after killing his predecessor in a similar attack earlier this month.

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