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Salman Rushdie stabbing suspect charged with attempted murder
The author will likely lose an eye, and the nerves in his arm were "severed" and his liver was "stabbed and damaged," his agent said.
Deputy who took grisly Kobe Bryant crash photos: "I didn't do anything wrong"
Deputy Doug Johnson as among the first to arrive at the scene of the crash that killed Kobe Bryant, his teen daughter and seven others.
935,000 people told to boil water in Michigan after water main break
The 120-inch pipe in St. Clair County, called a water main, carries treated water from Lake Huron and is the largest in the system, the agency said.
Travelers urged to take advantage of falling airline ticket prices, experts say
Airfares were down 7.8% in July compared to June, according to the latest numbers released by the Labor Department.
Found guilty at trial, Texas man drinks cloudy liquid and dies
Edward Leclair didn't drink from the water bottle until the verdict was read, then he "just chugged it," the prosecutor said.
2 dead, casino damaged by monsoon flooding in Las Vegas
Social media posts showed water leaking from the ceiling onto gambling tables at the Planet Hollywood resort.
Meteor's loud boom rattles skies over Salt Lake City and beyond
Even Utah's governor, out for a run, heard the boom, which was caused by what the National Weather Service said was a meteor.
Earth spinning faster is no reason to panic, scientists say
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The rideshare driver, with a passenger in his car, went off the road and slammed into the restaurant, police said.
U.S. employees in Tijuana told to "shelter in place" amid violence
It was the third time this week Mexican cities have seen widespread arson and shootings by drug cartels.
Meteor's loud boom rattles skies over Salt Lake City and beyond
Even Utah's governor, out for a run, heard the boom, which was caused by what the National Weather Service said was a meteor.
Scientists make discovery on dinosaur believed to be related to the Loch Ness Monster
Some believers claim the Loch Ness Monster was a descendant of the plesiosaur.
R. Kelly accuser in alleged child sex video set to testify
The singer's federal trial on charges he conspired to obstruct justice in his 2008 state child pornography trial starts Monday in Chicago.
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Russian shelling heavy in east; Ukraine strikes key bridge
Ukrainian forces strike the last working bridge over a river in the Russian-occupied Kherson region, authorities say.
Even Ukraine's badly wounded warriors want to get back in the fight
"I am a warrior, and it's not very important - warrior with iron leg or natural leg," said a Ukrainian army captain who wants U.S. help getting back to fight Russia.
Family of American fighter captured during war believes he's still in Ukraine
Alex Drueke spoke to his mother and a U.S. State Department case manager Thursday morning, according to a press release from his family.
Civilians suffer Russia's retaliation as Ukraine counterstrikes
Almost half a year into Russia's invasion, Ukraine is using Western weapons to hit back hard. Its troops and civilians know the retribution will be merciless.
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Salman Rushdie stabbing suspect pleads not guilty
The 24-year-old suspect charged with attempted murder and assault in the stabbing of author Salman Rushdie has pleaded not guilty. Michael George has more.
Unsealed warrant reveals more on Mar-a-Lago search
A search warrant unsealed this week revealed that FBI agents removed more than 20 boxes and binders, including 11 sets of highly classified documents from former President Donald Trump's Mar-A-Lago estate.
Europe faces wildfires, drought amid record heatwave
Record temperatures in Europe are leading to unprecedented droughts and wildfires across the continent. Ian Lee has more.
Bus driver shortage impacting schools nationwide
A nationwide shortage of bus drivers is impacting as much as 86% of school across the United States. Schools have been forced to alter or entirely scrap bus routes amid the lack of staffing. Danya Bacchus has more.
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U.S. stocks fly high, as S&P 500 ends 4th straight week of gains
Some investors believe inflation may have peaked, allowing Federal Reserve to be less aggressive with hikes.
$2.2B infrastructure budget paves way for new roads across U.S.
Hiking and biking trails, pedestrian corridors and vehicle brides are getting an influx of federal funds.
Johnson & Johnson will stop selling talc-based baby powder globally
The move comes after thousands of lawsuits from women claiming use of the product gave them ovarian cancer.
Peloton lawsuit claims it misled with "ever-growing" library claim
The proposed class-action suit stems from customers angry that the exercise company cut its number of classes.
OSHA opens second Amazon probe following two more worker deaths
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CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
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New Zealand fully reopens borders to international visitors
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Man accused of selling bleach as COVID cure extradited to U.S.
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Unsealed warrant reveals more on Mar-a-Lago search
A search warrant unsealed this week revealed that FBI agents removed more than 20 boxes and binders, including 11 sets of highly classified documents from former President Donald Trump's Mar-A-Lago estate.
Salman Rushdie stabbing suspect pleads not guilty
The 24-year-old suspect charged with attempted murder and assault in the stabbing of author Salman Rushdie has pleaded not guilty. Michael George has more.
Europe faces wildfires, drought amid record heatwave
Record temperatures in Europe are leading to unprecedented droughts and wildfires across the continent. Ian Lee has more.
Bird flu outbreak ravages poultry farms across U.S.
Poultry farms across the U.S. are scrambling to contain a new, highly contagious avian flu. The outbreak has contributed to a 47% increase in the price of eggs at grocery stores in July compared to a year ago. John Ramos has more.
Bus driver shortage impacting schools nationwide
A nationwide shortage of bus drivers is impacting as much as 86% of school across the United States. Schools have been forced to alter or entirely scrap bus routes amid the lack of staffing. Danya Bacchus has more.
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Ms. Marvel and the painful past of partition
CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab looks at how the trauma of partition – otherwise known as the division of India into two independent countries – still affects South Asians generations later and how it has now created one of Marvel's newest superheroes.
Abbi Jacobson on TV's "A League of Their Own"
Actress, co-creator and writer Abbi Jackson stars in the new TV series "A League of Their Own" on Prime Video. Jacobson joins "CBS Mornings" to share what it was like re-imagining the story from the iconic movie, training to play a baseball catcher, and sharing the diverse stories of the real-life players.
Meek Mill on transforming the justice system
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Longtime ESPN reporter M.A. Voepel comes out as transgender
The network veteran shared in a series of tweets that he is a transgender man and uses he/him pronouns.
Being gay is not a disease, Vietnam tells its medical workers
"Homosexuality cannot be 'cured', does not need 'to be cured' and cannot be changed," health ministry tells doctors in a bid to end discrimination.
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North Carolina deputies are asking for help naming this K9 pup
But "Fluffy" and "Sir Sitsalot" are out of the running, the Union County Sheriff's Office posted on Facebook
Librarian starts collection with hundreds of artifacts left behind in books
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Little leaguer hugs distraught pitcher who hit him in the head
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Woody Harrelson pens poem for baby girl who looks like him
Not only did the Oscar-nominated actor respond, he wrote the little girl a poem.
"Star Trek's" Sonequa Martin-Green continues Nichelle Nichols' legacy
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CBS Reports explores gun violence victims' fight to pass gun control laws in Virginia in the wake of mass shootings and the armed resistance determined to stop them from passing.
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Are the Kids All Right?: Free Speech
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Travelers urged to take advantage of falling airline ticket prices, experts say
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Meteor's loud boom rattles skies over Salt Lake City and beyond
Even Utah's governor, out for a run, heard the boom, which was caused by what the National Weather Service said was a meteor.
Carson Daly on Woodstock '99's chaos: "I thought I was going to die"
"I just remember feeling like I was in another country during military conflict," the TV personality writes.
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What is the Espionage Act?
The Justice Department is investigating Trump for potential Espionage Act violations, according to a search warrant. What does it mean?
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Travelers urged to take advantage of falling airline ticket prices, experts say
Airfares were down 7.8% in July compared to June, according to the latest numbers released by the Labor Department.
The Inflation Reduction Act may not lower inflation: analysis
A new analysis from the Penn Wharton Budget Model finds that wealthier taxpayers will bear the brunt of the impact.
U.S. stocks fly high, as S&P 500 ends 4th straight week of gains
Some investors believe inflation may have peaked, allowing Federal Reserve to be less aggressive with hikes.
California ponders extending life of last operating nuclear plant
Gov. Newsom warns plant's power is needed for reliable energy, but questions over earthquake safety and more loom.
Amazon launching TV show based on Ring security videos
Produced by Amazon-owned studio MGM, the show aims to follow the mold of "America's Funniest Home Videos."
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What is the Espionage Act?
The Justice Department is investigating Trump for potential Espionage Act violations, according to a search warrant. What does it mean?
Trump says "it was all declassified" — how declassification usually works
FBI agents seized several sets of records of various classified levels from Trump's home in Florida.
Back on trail, Senate candidate admits his "life could have ended"
Fetterman suffered a stroke days before the primary in May.
The Inflation Reduction Act may not lower inflation: analysis
A new analysis from the Penn Wharton Budget Model finds that wealthier taxpayers will bear the brunt of the impact.
House passes Democrats' climate and health care bill, sending it to Biden's desk
Called the Inflation Reduction Act, the bill passed the House in a 220 to 207 party-line vote, days after it cleared the Senate in 51 to 50.
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Idaho Supreme Court rules that abortion restrictions can take effect
One of the laws slated to take effect allows potential relatives of an embryo or fetus to sue abortion providers for up to $20,000 within four years of an abortion.
Polio detected in New York City wastewater
Polio has been detected in New York City's wastewater, suggesting further circulation of the virus. The city's health department is urging pediatricians to immediately identify and schedule appointments for children who are behind on their polio immunizations. Elaine Quijano shares more details.
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A case of polio was identified in Rockland County, New York, and now the virus has been detected in New York City's wastewater.
Senators who suffered strokes urge public to prioritize wellness
Senators Chris Van Hollen and Ben Ray Luján reflect on their experiences recovering from strokes.
Polio detected in NYC's sewage, suggesting virus circulating
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U.S. employees in Tijuana told to "shelter in place" amid violence
It was the third time this week Mexican cities have seen widespread arson and shootings by drug cartels.
Russian shelling heavy in east; Ukraine strikes key bridge
Ukrainian forces strike the last working bridge over a river in the Russian-occupied Kherson region, authorities say.
One dead, dozens injured as festival stage collapses in Spain
Footage on social media showed powerful winds sweeping through the venue, trees bending dangerously and debris flying.
10 killed, including 2 kids, in Montenegro rampage: "Unprecedented tragedy"
The attacker was randomly shooting at people, including at children, state TV reported, quoting witnesses.
American teacher's family fears he'll be left behind in Russian prison
The family of the 60-year-old imprisoned by Russia over medical marijuana says this is "the last opportunity to save his life."
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Carson Daly on Woodstock '99's chaos: "I thought I was going to die"
"I just remember feeling like I was in another country during military conflict," the TV personality writes.
R. Kelly accuser in alleged child sex video set to testify
The singer's federal trial on charges he conspired to obstruct justice in his 2008 state child pornography trial starts Monday in Chicago.
One dead, dozens injured as festival stage collapses in Spain
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YouTube is the most popular social media among teens, followed by TikTok
About 36% admitted they spend too much time on social media and 54% say it would be somewhat hard to give it up.
Gadgets and apps to help find lost items
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New tax credits for EVs look generous — but they're complicated
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Smart home tech can help save money on energy bills
Programmable thermostats and smart lights can help consumers' lower energy bills.
Inflation and July's Consumer Price Index
The U.S. Labor Department has released its latest Consumer Price Index for July 2022. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings" to break down what this means for prices and the economy.
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Earth spinning faster is no reason to panic, scientists say
News of the faster rotation led to misleading posts on social media about the significance of the measurement, leading some to express concern about its implications.
Ice Age human footprints found in Utah desert: "Lost oasis"
Men find 88 distinct prints left by a mixture of adults and children on what is now the Utah Test and Training Range.
Shrinking snowpack threatens California water supply
For more than 75 million Americans living out West, snow melt from the Sierra Nevada is a major source of water. However, the mountain range's snowpack is shrinking, down an average of 23% since 1955. Roger Bales, professor of engineering at the University of California, Merced, joins CBS News to discuss what this could mean for California's water future.
Stunning image of colliding galaxies
In a part of space far, far away, two galaxies joined together to form one of the universe's most spectacular events – a galactic merger with streaming stars and chaos. And scientists say the stunning images are a preview of what's to come for the Milky Way.
U.K. so hot and dry, the source of the River Thames has dried up
"Hopefully downstream we will find the Thames, but at the moment, it's gone," said one tourist who had come, hoping to see the origin of the iconic English river.
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Salman Rushdie stabbing suspect pleads not guilty
The 24-year-old suspect charged with attempted murder and assault in the stabbing of author Salman Rushdie has pleaded not guilty. Michael George has more.
U.S. employees in Tijuana told to "shelter in place" amid violence
It was the third time this week Mexican cities have seen widespread arson and shootings by drug cartels.
R. Kelly accuser in alleged child sex video set to testify
The singer's federal trial on charges he conspired to obstruct justice in his 2008 state child pornography trial starts Monday in Chicago.
Salman Rushdie stabbing suspect charged with attempted murder
The author will likely lose an eye, and the nerves in his arm were "severed" and his liver was "stabbed and damaged," his agent said.
Family of slain Fort Hood soldier seeking $35 million in damages
In April 2021, the U.S. Army released a report saying officers at Fort Hood ignored Guillén's complaints of sexual harassment.
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Meteor's loud boom rattles skies over Salt Lake City and beyond
Even Utah's governor, out for a run, heard the boom, which was caused by what the National Weather Service said was a meteor.
NASA's Perseverance finds tangled object on Mars
Scientists suspect the tangled object is likely pieces of shredded Dacron netting from the Perseverance itself.
"Cosmic collision" shows the fate of the Milky Way
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Sturgeon moon captured in spectacular photos around the world
All over the globe, the Sturgeon moon gave viewers one last supermoon before 2023.
Scientist apologizes after posting image of star that was actually sausage
Etienne Klein apologized for misleading some Twitter followers with his "scientist's joke."
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Bird flu outbreak ravages poultry farms across U.S.
Poultry farms across the U.S. are scrambling to contain a new, highly contagious avian flu. The outbreak has contributed to a 47% increase in the price of eggs at grocery stores in July compared to a year ago. John Ramos has more.
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Bus driver shortage impacting schools nationwide
A nationwide shortage of bus drivers is impacting as much as 86% of school across the United States. Schools have been forced to alter or entirely scrap bus routes amid the lack of staffing. Danya Bacchus has more.
Europe faces wildfires, drought amid record heatwave
Record temperatures in Europe are leading to unprecedented droughts and wildfires across the continent. Ian Lee has more.
Salman Rushdie stabbing suspect pleads not guilty
The 24-year-old suspect charged with attempted murder and assault in the stabbing of author Salman Rushdie has pleaded not guilty. Michael George has more.