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Live - Iran strikes another ship in Strait of Hormuz as Israel steps up Lebanon attacks - Israel is being condemned by Lebanese leaders for a strike in the south that killed at least nine people, including children, according to the health ministry. updated 7M ago

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Science - Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe - A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports. Aug 13 - 1:58

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Europe sees total solar eclipse -- A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.

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Astronomy professor on how eclipses work -- Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.

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How a total solar eclipse stopped a war -- Columbia University astronomy professor Dr. Janna Levin joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse, saying it's a reminder that humans share this Earth together and "we're all part of something larger."

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New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers -- The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.

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Perseid meteor shower peaks during eclipse -- The Perseid meteor shower will peak during 2026's only total solar eclipse. Director of astronomy at Adler Planetarium, Dr. Geza Gyuk, explains why the eclipse is so special.

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Total solar eclipse in Europe -- A small part of the U.S. will be able to see a sliver of partial solar eclipse, but the path of totality will cut through Europe. CBS News meteorologist Rob Marciano has more from Mallorca, Spain.

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Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe -- The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.

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Protecting the Venus fly trap -- The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world. (Originally broadcast April 26, 2026.)

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Genetically altered beagles offer hope for dog lovers with allergies -- Matt Walker, a geneticist and the CEO of Kindred Companion Sciences, joins "CBS Mornings" with his gene-altered beagle, Bailey, to discuss creating future options for people with severe pet allergies.

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Hurricane Lala lashes Hawaii's Big Island. Maps show its path. -- Hurricane Lala is forecast to bring heavy rain and life-threatening flooding to Hawaii this weekend.

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South Carolina to hold first 2028 Democratic presidential primary -- South Carolina's Democratic presidential primary will take place on Jan. 22, 2028. Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Michigan and Virginia will also hold early Democratic nominating contests.

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Indiana storms linked to 5 deaths as floods trigger rescues and evacuations -- Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett urged residents along the White River to evacuate on Saturday.

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Colombian president says he asked Trump to suspend tariffs after earthquake -- Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella said he called President Trump and asked him to suspend tariffs currently targeting the South American nation.

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Construction workers find $10 million gold stash in renovations -- Police issued a warning telling "gold prospectors" to stay away from the construction site

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5 people injured in shooting at Virginia State University -- Five people were injured in the shooting involving multiple suspects. One person is currently listed in critical condition, the university said.

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USS Washington aircraft carrier heads to Middle East to replace USS Lincoln -- The USS George Washington aircraft carrier departed Vietnam last week and is headed to the Middle East to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln, according to a U.S. official.

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Ex-Cambridge professor dies week after resigning amid plagiarism allegations -- Jason Arday, who was Cambridge's youngest Black professor, died in London on Friday, the school said.

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