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The U.S. blockade of Iran's ports is now in its second day as Washington pressures Tehran to relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz.
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Brian Hooker, whose wife disappeared during a nighttime boat ride in the Bahamas, said he wants to believe his wife is still alive and plans to go back out to look for her as soon as possible.
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Justice Dept. report accuses Biden-era DOJ of uneven enforcement of FACE Act law
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Pakistan pushing for Round 2 of "Islamabad Process" after failed Iran talks
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United CEO floated idea of United-American merger, sources say
United CEO Scott Kirby floated the idea to Trump administration officials of United merging with American Airlines, according to sources familiar with the situation.
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Fed Chair nominee Warsh is worth well over $100 million, documents show
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Accusers on Swalwell's alleged advances
California Rep. Eric Swalwell announced he will resign from Congress amid allegations of sexual misconduct and sexual assault. Swalwell has denied the allegations. Two women accusing Swalwell of sexual misconduct spoke with CBS News' Nancy Cordes about the congressman's alleged advances toward them.
Rubio joins talks between Israel and Lebanon
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is taking part in talks between Israeli and Lebanese officials in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday in an effort to broker a peace deal between Israel and Hezbollah. CBS News' Courtney Kealy has more.
Rep. Swalwell, Gonzales to exit Congress
Reps. Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales each announced Monday they're leaving Congress amid sexual misconduct allegations. CBS News' Nikole Killion has more.
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Android users could get money under $135 million Google settlement
Millions of people using Android mobile devices could receive a payout, according to the settlement website.
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Swalwell, Gonzales officially resign from Congress, avoiding expulsion votes
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales officially submitted their resignation letters to the House clerk on Tuesday.
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The unpopular war with Iran and stubborn affordability issues have given Democrats cause to be more hopeful about their chances of flipping key seats — and maybe even winning control of the Senate.
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Warsh's wealth far outstrips that of outgoing Fed Chair Jerome Powell, whose most recent disclosure shows he is worth at least $19.5 million.
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Android users could get money under $135 million Google settlement
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Swalwell, Gonzales officially resign from Congress, avoiding expulsion votes
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales officially submitted their resignation letters to the House clerk on Tuesday.
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At least 16 wounded in Turkey high school shooting; gunman dead
An 18-year-old attacker, armed with a shotgun, fired randomly inside a vocational high school, wounding 10 students, four teachers, a canteen employee and a police officer, the local governor said.
Powerful typhoon barrels over remote U.S. islands in Pacific
Typhoon Sinlaku came ashore on a chain of remote U.S. island territories in the Western Pacific, which includes Guam, on Tuesday. It was a super typhoon at the time.
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Husband of woman missing in Bahamas: "I won't be able to stop looking"
Brian Hooker, whose wife disappeared during a nighttime boat ride in the Bahamas, said he wants to believe his wife is still alive and plans to go back out to look for her as soon as possible.
Brazil's former spy chief who fled country arrested by ICE in U.S.
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The U.S. blockade of Iran's ports is now in its second day as Washington pressures Tehran to relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz.
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Pop star Britney Spears has voluntarily checked into rehab following her DUI arrest in Ventura County in March, a representative for the singer told CBS LA.
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Two women spoke to CBS News' Nancy Cordes about their allegations against California Rep. Eric Swalwell as news emerges about his apparent misconduct.
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Congressional resignations spark new scrutiny
The scandals surrounding former Congressmen Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales have prompted renewed scrutiny for other congressional members accused of misdeeds. CBS News' Fin Gómez has more.
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The war with Iran has caused major issues for international shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Captain Raman Kapoor and his ship have been stuck in the Persian Gulf near the strait since February. He joins CBS News to discuss.
IMF predicts rise in global inflation
The International Monetary Fund has cut its forecast for global growth, predicting a rise in global inflation and warning that the war with Iran is pushing growth lower compared to 2025. Medora Lee, money and personal finance reporter for USA Today, joins CBS News to discuss.
Woman accuses Swalwell of raping her in 2018
Another woman came forward Tuesday with allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell, claiming Swalwell drugged and raped her in 2018. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Taurean Small report. CBS News has reached out to Swalwell for response; he has denied prior allegations of sexual misconduct and assault.
Rubio joins talks between Israel and Lebanon
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is taking part in talks between Israeli and Lebanese officials in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday in an effort to broker a peace deal between Israel and Hezbollah. CBS News' Courtney Kealy has more.