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The Takeout - "The Late Show" to end in 2026 - CBS announced Thursday it is ending "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" and retiring the franchise in May 2026. CBS News 24/7 anchor and featured host of "CBS Mornings" Vlad Duthiers has the details. 1H ago - 04:44

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Trump crypto adviser breaks down GENIUS Act -- President Trump signed the GENIUS Act into law on Friday, establishing a regulatory framework for the roughly $250 billion cryptocurrency market known as stablecoin. Bo Hines, executive director of the President's Council of Advisers on Digital Assets, joins "The Takeout" to explain how the law works.

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ICE director responds to mask debate -- Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons acknowledged concerns about immigration enforcement officers wearing masks during detentions and arrests, but pushed back on criticism that they don't identify themselves in an interview with CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez. Watch more of the interview Sunday on "Face the Nation."

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House Majority Whip Tom Emmer on crypto bills -- The House on Thursday afternoon passed three bills addressing cryptocurrency, including the GENIUS Act, which now goes to President Trump for his signature. GOP Rep. Tom Emmer of Minnesota, who also serves as House majority whip, was one of the earliest in Congress to advance the crypto cause and joins "The Takeout" to discuss. -- Jul 17

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White House adviser Peter Navarro on tariffs -- President Trump is threatening countries worldwide with higher tariffs starting in August. White House trade adviser Peter Navarro joins "The Takeout" to discuss. -- Jul 17

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Hospital chain claims "greed and bad faith misconduct" led to bankruptcy -- Bankruptcy filing alleges Steward Health Care executives siphoned $245 million from needy hospitals.

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TikTok failing to shield kids from extreme weight loss content -- Content promoting extreme weight loss and cosmetic surgery is available to young TikTok users, breaching the social media platform's own policies.

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Millions of travelers to the U.S. could be charged $250 "visa integrity fee" -- The new tax cuts and spending bill includes a $250 fee for visitors coming to the U.S. on nonimmigrant visas. Here's what to know.

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Daredevil Felix Baumgartner dies in paragliding accident in Italy -- Felix Baumgartner made global headlines in 2012 when he jumped from the stratosphere and parachuted down to a landing in New Mexico.

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Mysterious deaths of princes solved 5 centuries later, author says -- Philippa Langley, who helped unearth King Richard III's body from a parking lot in 2012, says that two young princes who disappeared from the Tower of London were not killed.

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Man extradited to Oregon to face murder charge in girlfriend's 1983 death -- Teresa Peroni was reported missing by her family in 1983, but charges were not filed for decades.

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U.S.-Russian woman arrested in Moscow, accused of smuggling gun -- "The suitcase was found to contain an American Colt Commander, .45 caliber with three empty magazines," Russian officials said.

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Here's your potential tax cut in 2026 from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act -- The new tax cuts and spending law signed by President Trump on July 4 could provide savings for all income groups, an analysis finds.

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Lightning strikes kill 33 people in a week as monsoon season hits India -- Monsoon season has brought powerful storms to eastern India, with at least 33 people killed by lightning strikes this week alone.

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Trump wants Texas to redraw its congressional map. Here's what to know. -- President Trump has said he wants a "simple redrawing" of Texas' congressional map where Republicans pick up five seats.

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House passes Trump's rescissions request after Epstein fallout delays vote -- Congress had until the end of day on Friday to pass the rescissions request, or the funding would have had to be spent as originally intended.

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Trump wouldn't recommend appointing special prosecutor in Epstein case, Leavitt says -- President Trump called the controversy over the Jeffrey Epstein case a "hoax" and "bulls***." -- Jul 17

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Trump diagnosed with minor vein condition after noticing swelling in legs -- President Trump has been diagnosed with a minor vein condition known as chronic venous insufficiency after he noticed swelling in his legs.

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Bondi tours Alcatraz as part of Trump's plan to reopen former prison -- U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi toured Alcatraz on Thursday as part of President Trump's directive to revert the popular tourist attraction to a federal penitentiary.

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Catholic Church says 3 killed as Israeli strike hits church in Gaza -- Pope Leo XIV said he was "deeply saddened to learn of the loss of life and injury caused by the military attack" on the Catholic Church in Gaza.

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U.S. envoy asks Israel to probe American man's murder in West Bank -- U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee says Israel should "aggressively investigate the murder" of Saif Musallet in the occupied West Bank.

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Trump admin. voices alarm as Israel strikes Syrian capital Damascus -- Secretary of State Rubio says the U.S. is "very concerned" by expanding Israeli strikes targeting Syria's new government, and he wants "the fighting to stop." -- Jul 16

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Can you qualify for credit card debt relief while on Social Security?

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Why a $10,000 short-term CD makes sense with inflation rising again

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CD vs. money market account: What savings experts say to consider now

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How do I get out of debt while on Social Security?

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When should retirees choose a HELOC over a reverse mortgage? Experts weigh in

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Astronomer board investigating CEO after Coldplay kiss-cam video -- Tech company Astronomer said its board has launched an investigation after CEO Andy Byron was seen embracing a coworker at a Coldplay concert.

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Peacock raising its subscription rates by $3 starting next week -- Peacock is hiking its prices as streaming platforms surpass traditional broadcasters in how people watch TV.

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What does the Federal Reserve do, and why is Trump unhappy with chair Powell? -- President Trump floated the idea of firing Jerome Powell - whom he first appointed Federal Reserve chair - earlier this week, after years of on-and-off criticism over interest rates.

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Americans are holding off on retirement over money concerns, study finds -- About 23% of people over 50 want to delay their retirements over financial readiness and economic worries, a survey found. -- Jul 17

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Juul can keep selling tobacco and menthol e-cigarettes, FDA decides -- FDA regulators said Juul's studies show its e-cigarettes are less harmful for adult smokers, who can benefit from switching completely to vaping.

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CBS News Live - CBS News 24/7 - CBS News 24/7 is the anchored streaming news service from CBS News and Stations, available free to everyone with access to the internet. Nov 26, 2014 - CBS News 24/7

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3 killed in explosion at LASD facility -- At least three deputies were killed after an explosion at a Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department training facility, officials said. Attorney General Pam Bondi said federal agents were at the scene. CBS News Los Angeles reported on the incident.

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2 major legislation headed to Trump's desk -- Two major pieces of legislation are headed to President Trump's desk. The House approved Mr. Trump's request to claw back billions of dollars in foreign aid and public broadcasting, and passed a historic cryptocurrency regulation bill. CBS News' Taurean Small has more.

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Trump continues to attack Powell -- President Trump continued to attack Federal Reserve Jerome Powell, claiming the Fed is "choking out the housing market." CBS News' Kely O'Grady has more.

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Israel says it regrets strike on Gaza church -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called Pope Leo XIV a day after a deadly Israeli airstrike hit the only Catholic Church in Gaza. CBS News' Courtney Kealy has the latest.

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CBS Village - Diverse Voices & Communities - Katherine Legge on breaking racing barriers - Katherine Legge joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her 20-year career in racing and what it means to be the only woman competing at NASCAR's highest levels. 10H ago - 05:38

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National Urban League's Marc Morial on new report -- The National Urban League released its annual "State of Black America" report on Thursday, saying Black America is in a "state of emergency." President and CEO of the National Urban League Marc Morial joins "CBS Mornings News" to discuss the group's findings.

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National Urban League releases report -- The National Urban League has released its 2025 "State of Black America" report, which includes alarming data on issues affecting Black Americans. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports. -- Jul 17

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Sunday Morning bakery finds viral success -- Armando Litiatco and Ahmet Kiranbay, partners in life and business, talk about their bakery Sunday Morning, where cinnamon rolls sell out by 2 p.m. daily and social media drives their sweet success. -- Jul 17

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Women's-only track event Athlos returns -- Alexis Ohanian and Olympic gold medalist Tara Davis-Woodhall join "CBS Mornings" to announce the comeback of Athlos, a women's-only track competition launching its first-ever field event this October. -- Jul 17

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Eye On America - Women in Congress come together for softball game - A team of congressional women played members of the press in a softball game Wednesday night in an annual event that seeks to set aside partisan divides for a greater cause. Caitlin Huey-Burns has a report on the game. Jul 17 - 03:10

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Fighting elderly loneliness -- For many people who have outlived their friends and family, their final years can be lonesome. Lilia Luciano reports on companionship programs aiming to change that.

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Debate over Trump plan to increase logging -- When the Trump administration announced executive actions aimed at increasing timber production on federal lands, Oregonians had mixed responses. Loggers and timber towns celebrated the attention from the White House, while environmentalists sounded the alarm over fears of deregulation and environmental harm. David David Schechter reports.

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Fallen soldier's phone returned to her family -- Sgt. Kennedy Sanders was among three soldiers killed last year in an attack on a U.S. military base in Jordan. More than a year later, her family has been reunited with her cellphone, offering a window into her last days. Elaine Quijano reports.

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Dad who lost family in 2015 flood joins search -- After surviving a 2015 flood that killed his wife and two children, Jonathan McComb vowed to give back during future disasters. Janet Shamlian reports on volunteer search and rescue efforts after floods in central Texas.

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CBS Reports - Is America in a New Gilded Age? | CBS Reports - When tech billionaires were given a front row-seat at the latest presidential inauguration - and the world's richest man gained unprecedented power over federal agencies - questions about the growing influence of today's tycoons took center stage. Is America in a new Gilded Age, or is this just the latest chapter in its struggle to balance wealth, power and democracy? Jun 28 - 43:39

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The Price of Milk | CBS Reports -- The economy and immigration are two of the biggest issues on the minds of Americans, but we rarely get a look behind the scenes to see how these key forces in American life intersect. CBS News Race & Culture and CBS Reports reveal the connection between immigration and food prices by following the journey of the people, both legal and undocumented, bringing America's milk to market.

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Finding Common Ground | CBS Reports -- Los Angeles is home to one of the largest populations of Jews in the world, and one of the largest populations of Muslims in America. For almost two decades, a group there has been trying to build bonds between these two communities, but the attack of Oct. 7, 2023 and its aftermath are putting that mission to the test. CBS Reports and CBS News Race and Culture examine these challenges and explore how the next generation may hold the key to forging paths to unity amid adversity.

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Ultra Processed | Food Tech & the American Diet -- Americans are among the world's biggest consumers of ultra-processed foods, which comprise more than half of an average adult's diet and two-thirds of a child's. As technology continues to accelerate innovations in additives, chemicals and food products, U.S. regulators are struggling to keep up. CBS Reports examines why ultra-processed foods have become so pervasive in the American diet, and what filling the gaps in federal regulation can do to ensure Americans are fed and healthy.

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CBS Reports | Does Big Plastic's Idea Work? -- As America grapples with an escalating plastic crisis, the city of Houston, ExxonMobil and other partners announced a new program that promised to recycle nearly all of the city's plastic waste. However, after two years, the program has yet to fully materialize. Critics argue that the evidence suggests it never will. And yet, the company envisions similar programs in other American cities. CBS Reports and Inside Climate News investigate whether this proposed solution to our plastic recycling crisis is indeed too good to be true.

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