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Sen. Tammy Duckworth speaks on ICE release

The wife of a U.S. Army soldier is now out of Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody after a monthlong detainment. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez spoke with her husband, Sgt. 1st Class Jose Serrano, and Sen. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois joins CBS News to discuss the case. Duckworth also explains why she's calling on the FAA to study the impact of airlines' flight attendant staffing.

  • May 15
  • 6:00
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Survivors of plane crash off Florida coast were on raft for hours, military says

The nail-biting incident took place about 80 miles east off the coast of Melbourne, Florida, which is about 175 miles north of Miami.

  • May 13
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How Hegseth is justifying the military budget

Lawmakers on Capitol Hill grilled Pentagon officials on Tuesday over the military's $1.5 trillion funding request for the 2027 fiscal year. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.

  • May 12
  • 3:08
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CBS News Radio flashback: The Gulf War

CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe introduces CBS News Radio's coverage of the beginning of the Gulf War against Iraq and 1991's Operation Desert Storm.

  • May 11
  • 5:09
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6 videos that stood out in Pentagon's UFO drop

The Pentagon on Friday began releasing hundreds of files on UFOs after President Trump ordered the documents to be made public. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson reviewed the 28 videos in the first batch of files and chose six that stood out to her the most.

  • May 8
  • 7:25
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U.S. fires on Iranian oil tankers

A ceasefire with Iran is still officially in place, but U.S. forces hit and disabled two Iranian oil tankers on Friday, accusing them of attempting to violate the U.S. blockade. Weijia Jiang has more.

  • May 8
  • 2:53
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Retired Navy pilot who saw UFO on new files

The Department of Defense started releasing previously classified documents related to UFOs on Friday. Lt. Cmdr. Alex Dietrich, a retired Navy fighter pilot who has spoken about her own experience encountering a UFO during a training exercise, joins to discuss.

  • May 8
  • 4:10
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U.S. intercepts Iran attack: CENTCOM

The U.S. confirmed that three of its military vessels came under Iranian fire in the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday. According to CENTCOM, no U.S. assets were struck and forces were able to intercept the attack. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more.

  • May 7
  • 2:04
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U.S. destroyers fight off Iranian attacks

Three U.S. destroyers in the Strait of Hormuz fought off a swarm of Iranian fast-attack boats, the U.S. military said. U.S. forces also hit back, striking launch sites for Iranian missiles and drones, according to U.S. Central Command. Nancy Cordes reports.

  • May 7
  • 2:40
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U.S. ships face strikes in Strait of Hormuz

As the White House awaits a response from Iran to the latest U.S. peace proposal, hostilities are ongoing in the Strait of Hormuz. Three U.S. warships faced an intense Iranian assault, according to U.S. Central Command. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.

  • May 7
  • 2:11
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Sister of returning sailor speaks out

The USS Gerald R. Ford, the Navy's largest aircraft carrier, will soon return to the U.S. after the longest deployment since the Vietnam War. Among the returning sailors is Aviation Boatswain's Mate Airman Tiffany Galarza. Her sister, Brianna Caudill, joins "The Daily Report."

  • May 5
  • 3:46
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Inside the effort to replace America's Minuteman III nuclear missiles

Hundreds of Minuteman III nuclear missile silos dot the landscape from Colorado up to the Canadian border, but a major transition is underway.

  • May 5
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Trump to cut some American forces in Germany

The Pentagon says it will remove about 5,000 U.S. forces from Germany within the next year. The announcement was made in the middle of a clash between President Trump and the German chancellor over the war with Iran. Charlie D'Agata reports.

  • May 4
  • 2:16
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Latest on search for 2 U.S. soldiers

Aircraft have been searching the Moroccan coastline for two U.S. soldiers who have been missing since Saturday night. According to defense officials, the service members were off-duty and hiking when they fell off a cliff and went crashing into the waves below. Officials say the soldiers were involved in an overseas training mission. Chris Livesay reports.

  • May 4
  • 2:11
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2 U.S. service members missing amid training exercise in Morocco

The service members were participating in African Lion, the largest joint military exercise on the continent.

  • May 3
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Remains of teen sailor who helped rescue downed WWII airmen identified

U.S. Navy Aviation Radioman 2nd Class Robert L. Cyr Jr. enlisted at 17 and flew patrols in the Pacific before his death at 19.

  • May 1
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Trump says U.S. may cut the number of American troops in Germany

President Trump said Wednesday he is considering reducing the number of U.S. forces in Germany, amid a spat with Germany's chancellor and the NATO alliance over Iran.

  • Apr 30
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Hegseth on $1.5 trillion defense budget pitch

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, are testifying before the House Armed Services Committee on Wednesday. CBS News contributor Elliot Ackerman has the latest.

  • Apr 29
  • 12:31
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As U.S. re-arms during ceasefire, long-term concerns emerge about munitions supplies

The Trump administration has sought to project confidence in the U.S. military's munitions stocks after more than a month of war with Iran, but long-term supply questions remain.

  • Apr 24
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Iran war tolling weapons stockpiles: analysis

An analysis from the Center for Strategic and International Studies finds the U.S. "may have expended more than half of the prewar inventory" of at least four key munitions, including Tomahawk missiles. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more.

  • Apr 24
  • 3:24
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Concerns emerge about weapons supplies

At the beginning of the Iran war, the Trump administration voiced confidence in U.S. weapons supply. But some experts are raising concerns about munitions supplies for future wars. CBS News contributor Aaron MacLean discusses.

  • Apr 24
  • 5:13
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Iran war impacting U.S. missile stockpiles: CSIS

Tuesday marks Day 54 in the war with Iran and a new analysis from the Center for Strategic and International Studies found that the conflict is taking a toll on the Pentagon's munitions stockpile. Mark Cancian, a senior adviser with the Defense and Security Department at CSIS, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.

  • Apr 22
  • 3:22
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Iran hits ships in Strait of Hormuz

U.S. Navy Secretary John Phelan is out, effective immediately, the Pentagon said. It's the latest departure of a top defense leader as the U.S. and Iran fight for control of the Strait of Hormuz. Charlie D'Agata reports.

  • Apr 22
  • 2:02
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Trump says Iran deal not final, will resume bombing "if they don't behave"

President Trump warns he could order new strikes if Iran's leaders "don't behave," two days before the expected signing of a deal that remains vaguely defined.

  • updated 17M ago
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"The most famous judge in America, for a while," on highs and lows of a Trump trial

In an exclusive interview with CBS News, retired Justice Arthur Engoron reflected on the highs and lows of the 2023 Trump civil fraud trial.

  • 2H ago
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Rex Heuermann sentenced to life in prison for Gilgo Beach serial killings

Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings.

  • updated 34M ago
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Survivors of violence could see debt erased as N.Y. law goes into effect

A new law in New York makes it the eighth state to provide a path for coerced debt relief for survivors of domestic violence.

  • 1H ago
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Want to start a business? AI can help, business owners say

AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.

  • 7H ago
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Yum! Brands sells struggling Pizza Hut in $2.7 billion deal

The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.

  • 19H ago
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D.C. Democratic primary for mayor results still undetermined in city's first ranked-choice election

Democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George is holding a lead with 64% of ballots counted.

  • 1H ago
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Vance says text of U.S.-Iran deal will be released Friday "at the latest"

Vice President JD Vance said on "CBS Monrings" that the Trump administration wants "to tell the American people what's in this deal."

  • 2H ago
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American doctor who recovered from Ebola back in U.S., says he's "feeling well"

Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.

  • Jun 15
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They're uninsured after Obamacare became too costly. They're far from alone.

After congressional Republicans let expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans expire at the end of last year, some families have decided the price is too great of a financial burden and canceled their coverage.

  • Jun 15
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6/14: Sunday Morning

Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The lack of obesity in Japan; Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance; former child star Bill Mumy; the past and future of the Houston Astrodome; a time capsule for America's 500th birthday; and soccer art made with gum wrappers.

  • Jun 14
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Vance says text of U.S.-Iran deal will be released Friday "at the latest"

Vice President JD Vance said on "CBS Monrings" that the Trump administration wants "to tell the American people what's in this deal."

  • 2H ago
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Trump says Iran deal not final, will resume bombing "if they don't behave"

President Trump warns he could order new strikes if Iran's leaders "don't behave," two days before the expected signing of a deal that remains vaguely defined.

  • updated 17M ago
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Entertainment

Durand Bernarr on new music

Durand Bernarr talks about collaborations in his music, why his new album's title is a tribute to his father and his music journey since his viral Grammy speech earlier this year.

  • 3H ago
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Messi ties men's World Cup goals record with first World Cup hat trick

Lionel Messi tied the Men's World Cup goals record with his first World Cup hat trick as Argentina topped Algeria.

  • 6H ago
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America250 announces concert headliners, host

Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins are set to headline America250's "America's Block Party Concert," with Queen Latifah set to host. Rosie Rios, the chair of America250, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.

  • Jun 16
  • 4:15
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A look at the adaptation of "I Will Find You"

Harlan Coben talks about casting for the Netflix adaptation of his 2023 bestselling novel "I Will Find You." The series stars Sam Worthington, who describes how fatherhood impacted him in his role and how he sees his character.

  • Jun 16
  • 5:04
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"Star Wars" lightsaber and more iconic film props going up for auction

Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.

  • Jun 16
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Want to start a business? AI can help, business owners say

AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.

  • 7H ago
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms

From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.

  • Mar 28, 2024
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Anthropic to meet Trump officials, Axios says

Anthropic's senior staff is planning to meet with White House officials amid a recent dispute over the company's safety measures. Maria Curi, a tech reporter for Axios, has more.

  • Jun 15
  • 2:38
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Science

Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos

The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.

  • Jun 12
  • 17:06
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Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time

The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.

  • Jun 12
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World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean

The researchers saw many strange animals β€” many believed to be new to science β€” living off the whale carcasses.

  • Jun 10
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NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission

NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.

  • Jun 9
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Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting

Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.

  • Jun 8
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Crime

Rex Heuermann sentenced to life in prison

Rex Huermann, the man who pleaded guilty to a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings, has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.

  • 39M ago
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5 arrested in White House UFC attack plot

The FBI says it foiled a plot to attack Sunday's UFC event at the White House. Court records detail an alleged plot to use drones carrying explosives and snipers to target certain event attendees. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.

  • 5H ago
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Gilgo Beach serial killer to be sentenced

Rex Heuermann, the man who pleaded guilty in April to the Gilgo Beach murders, is set to be sentenced on Wednesday. Tom Hanson reports on how the case unfolded.

  • 4H ago
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Luigi Mangione's lawyers will argue psychiatric defense in state murder trial

Luigi Mangione's lawyers will argue that he was suffering from an extreme emotional disturbance when he allegedly killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

  • updated 20M ago
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  • updated 34M ago
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission

NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.

  • Jun 10
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NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission

NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.

  • Jun 9
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Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks

Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.

  • Jun 5
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Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.

Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.

  • Jun 4
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NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"

NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.

  • Jun 4
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Rex Heuermann sentenced to life in prison

Rex Huermann, the man who pleaded guilty to a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings, has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.

  • 39M ago
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"We want to tell the American people what's in this deal," Vice President JD Vance said on "CBS Mornings," adding that the public can expect to see the contents of the deal between Wednesday and Friday. Ed O'Keefe reports, and Imtiaz Tyab has more on President Trump's comments about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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