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The Senate passes an economic package designed to combat climate change, address health care costs and raise taxes on large corporations, marking a crucial achievement for the Biden administration. Also, police in Albuquerque say the killings of four Muslim men could be connected. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.
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With just 100 days to go until the midterm elections, Democrats are hoping they can turn around the president's record-low approval ratings and their own chances of holding on to congressional power. This has been one of the best stretches of the Biden presidency with major legislative and international wins. Ed O'Keefe reports.
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Football coach resigns after saying "hurtful" word in film session
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Four doctors share their concerns about why abortion restrictions are causing confusion and putting patients' lives at risk.
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Celebrities share messages of support for Anne Heche
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Hanson on the meaning of "MMMBop," and their new album
The brothers from Tulsa, Oklahoma, became a worldwide sensation with their 1997 #1 hit, harmonizing about holding on to those who care; today, with a new album and tour, they're still living by those words.
"MMMBop" turns 25
The Hanson brothers were kids when they captured the world's attention with their #1 hit song "MMMBop" in 1997. This year, "MMMBop" turned 25 years old and the Hanson brothers are all grown up and still releasing albums and touring the world. Tony Dokoupil chats with the band in Nashville to discuss their career over the past quarter-century, their switch to an independent label and why they feel they have always been misunderstood.
Lionel Richie: A life written in song
The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, lead singer of the Commodores, solo artist, "American Idol" judge, recent Gershwin Prize honoree, and dad, promises new music in the near future.
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The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, lead singer of the Commodores, solo artist, and "American Idol" judge was awarded the Library of Congress' 2022 Gershwin Prize for Popular Song earlier this year. Lionel Richie talks with correspondent Kelefa Sanneh about growing up on the campus of Tuskegee University, as well as his 50-year career – from opening for Michael Jackson and the Jackson 5, to his solo success, and what the lyrics of "All Night Long" really mean. (This story was originally broadcast May 15, 2022.)
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Due to climate change, Nevada says goodbye to grass
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California woman arrested on suspicion of poisoning husband
The man had video evidence he also provided to authorities, police said.
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SpaceX launches Korean moon probe
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Blue Origin launches 6 passengers on sub-orbital trip to space
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Space Force early warning satellite launched into orbit
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Tonga volcano blasted unprecedented amount of water into atmosphere
Tonga's Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai volcano spewed an unprecedented amount of water vapor into the atmosphere.
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Indiana's sweeping ban on most abortions is causing political and economic fallout as as some of the state’s biggest employers object to the restrictions. Indianapolis Star reporter Arika Herron joins "CBS News Mornings" with the latest.
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The U.S. Senate has approved a sweeping bill on climate, health care and taxes. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion and senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss what's next for this historic legislation and what else is on the horizon for the White House.
H.R. McMaster on China-Taiwan tensions
China says it will continue to conduct military drills near Taiwan following House Speak Nancy Pelosi's controversial visit to the island. Former national security adviser H.R. McMaster joins CBS News to discuss the tension between the two governments and the U.S. role. He also shares insights about the dynamics of working in the Trump administration and responds to a new book excerpt calling him part of the "axis of adults."
Senate advances health, climate and tax reform
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U.S. household debt soars
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