Photo of Obama, Clinton hugging goes viral on Instagram
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Fallen soldier's father
The Muslim-American father of a slain soldier brought the DNC audience to their feet in an emotional moment. He challenged Donald Trump to read the constitution, pulling out his own copy and offering to lend it to the GOP nominee.
Clinton's historic DNC speech
Hillary Clinton officially accepted the Democratic nomination for president and delivered her remarks to the DNC on Thursday night. During her historic speech, she thanked her family, supporters and friend and addressed Sanders' supporters, saying "your cause is our cause."
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At Democratic convention, Chelsea Clinton tells Americans "who my mom is"
The former first daughter talked about Hillary Clinton as her role model in motherhood and in life
Chelsea Clinton DNC speech
Hillary Clinton's daughter, Chelsea, addressed the DNC on Thursday night, recounting childhood memories and family moments with her mother. She spoke about Hillary Clinton's excitement "Facetiming" with her grandchildren and leaving notes for Chelsea when she was young. The entire speech can be watched here.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar joke
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar joked that Trump can't tell him and Michael Jordan apart during his DNC speech. Abdul-Jabbar later went on to slam Trump in his speech and call for religious tolerance.
Chloë Grace Moretz DNC remarks
Actress Chloë Grace Moretz addressed the DNC on the convention's final night. She spoke about her excitement as a young voter in support of Hillary Clinton during a historic election. She encouraged other young voters to register in their state and cast their votes.
Gen. Allen and veterans at DNC
U.S. General John Allen called for unity and hope in his address to the DNC on Thursday night. He endorsed Hillary Clinton, and was joined by 37 veterans on stage.
Medal of Honor recipient speaks at DNC
Medal of honor recipient Florent Groberg spoke at the DNC on Thursday night. He declared his support for Hillary Clinton and said she will be ready to lead and defeat ISIS.
Clinton: "America is once again at a moment of reckoning"
Accepting the Democratic nomination, Clinton spoke about the strength of America and outlined her argument against Donald Trump
Fmr. Repub. for Hillary
Former Reagan staffer spoke at the DNC, slamming Trump and declaring his support for Hillary Clinton. He said Trump is "no Ronald Reagan" and Clinton's qualifications are "indisputable."
Dallas sheriff At DNC
Dallas Sheriff Lupe Valdez spoke at the DNC about her experience serving as a Hispanic female officer and sheriff. She encouraged unity during a difficult time for law enforcement and said violence is not the answer.
GOP women & Clinton
Former Republican voter and U.S. Chamber of Commerce Director of Health Policy Jennifer Pierotti Lim declared her support for Hillary Clinton at the DNC. She encouraged other Republicans to use their voice to oppose Donald Trump and support Hillary Clinton.
Danson and Steenburgen speak at DNC
Actor Ted Danson and actress Mary Steenburgen spoke at the DNC on Thursday night. They addressed their humble beginnings and support for Clinton.
Nancy Pelosi DNC speech
Rep. Nancy Pelosi addressed the DNC on Thursday night. She said Clinton has a "gift for strategic thinking" and the strength to lead the country. Pelosi urged gun control, investment in education and innovation and a living wage for all Americans.
N.Y. Gov. Cuomo DNC address
N.Y. Governor Andrew Cuomo told the DNC crowd that Democrats are "dreamers and doers." Cuomo recounted the horrors of 9/11 but said the attack showed the unity of the American people.
Joaquin Castro speech
Texas Rep. Joaquin Castro addressed the DNC on its final night. Castro spoke about his immigrant background and the value of hard work. He said prosperity and justice are not "zero-sum games" and slammed Trump for "building walls."
Chelsea Clinton through the years in the spotlight
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Tammy Duckworth at DNC
Rep. Tammy Duckworth addressed the DNC and said that Donald Trump is not fit to be the commander-in-chief. See her full remarks here.
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Border Patrol didn't conduct welfare checks on migrant boy who died in 2019
Carlos Gregorio Hernández Vásquez, 16, became the sixth migrant child to die after entering U.S. custody during a six-month period starting in December 2018.
Thousands of Haitian migrants waiting under Texas bridge in squalid conditions
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Gottlieb says Biden administration "in a better position" for booster rollout
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France recalls ambassadors from U.S. and Australia over submarine deal
French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said Friday evening that France is immediately recalling its ambassadors to the U.S. and Australia in a backlash over a canceled submarine deal.
"We're not taking any chances," U.S. Capitol Police chief says
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Justice Dept charges 138 people with health care fraud
Nineteen defendants are accused of illegally prescribing 12 million opioid doses.
White House warns of state and local government funding cuts without debt ceiling increase
The country's borrowing authority is expected to expire next month.
Clarence Thomas warns Supreme Court should not wade into politics
The justice said the Supreme Court "may have become the most dangerous" branch.
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NYC vaccination requirement becomes a flashpoint for U.N.
The Biden administration worries that this year's U.N. General Assembly could become a COVID-19 "superspreader event" as world leaders descend on New York City.
Thousands of Haitian migrants waiting under Texas bridge in squalid conditions
The temporary encampment has grown rapidly and officials are struggling to provide food, water and sanitation.
U.S. drone strike in Afghanistan killed as many as 10 civilians
An investigation by U.S. Central Command determined that the August 29 strike in Kabul killed an innocent aid worker and as many as nine of his family members.
Chess icon sues Netflix for show's "sexist and belittling" portrayal
The suit says the show falsely suggested that former female world champ Nona Gaprindashvili never played competitive chess with men.
2 men charged with murder of journalist Lyra McKee
McKee was an increasingly influential journalist who had written powerfully about growing up gay in Northern Ireland and the struggles of the generation of "cease-fire babies" raised after the 1998 Good Friday peace accord.
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Officials urge killing of invasive spotted lanternfly
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Location of Gabby Petito's fiancé Brian Laundrie is "unknown," attorney says
Gabby Petito disappeared last month while on a cross-country trip with her fiancé Brian Laundrie.
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Chess icon sues Netflix for show's "sexist and belittling" portrayal
The suit says the show falsely suggested that former female world champ Nona Gaprindashvili never played competitive chess with men.
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Artist turns seafloor into art by creating underwater museums
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Turning the seafloor into art
Over the past 15 years, sculptor, environmentalist, and underwater photographer Jason deCaires Taylor has used the world's oceans as a space to explore humanity's relationship to the world around us. He met with Elizabeth Palmer at his workshop in southern England to discuss his one-of-a-kind works.
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Busy day in orbit for SpaceX's all-civilian Inspiration4 crew
The all-civilian Inspiration4 crew fielded questions from St. Jude's patients and even chatted with Tom Cruise, SpaceX said.
Amazon says 1 million workers applied for jobs this week
Retailer's new warehouse jobs pay an average of $18 an hour, which may be attracting people in lower-paying jobs.
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First privately-funded trip to orbit going well, but few details released
SpaceX founder Elon Musk says "all is well" with the first all-civilian non-government trip to orbit.
SpaceX launches all-civilian crew on Inspiration4 mission
The four-person crew, including a tech billionaire and a young cancer survivor, will spend three days in orbit to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Ozone hole over Antarctica is "larger than usual," scientists say
The absence of atmospheric ozone means more ultraviolet light reaches the Earth, where it can harm living cells.
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Arthritis and sleep: Get a better night's rest
According to the Arthritis Foundation, as many as 80% of people living with arthritis have trouble sleeping at night, and sometimes that can create a cycle of insomnia and pain. Dr. George Cyril, a physiatrist at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, joined "CBSN AM" to discuss how to manage arthritis and sleep.
States push for more monoclonal antibodies to treat COVID-19
Some states fear their need for the potentially lifesaving treatment will outpace allocations from the federal government.
You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
Study finds Moderna's vaccine most effective against hospitalizations
The study compared Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines over recent months and found all provide "substantial protection against COVID-19 hospitalization."
Experts weigh pros and cons of COVID-19 vaccine booster shots
In August, President Biden announced his plan to get booster shots into arms as early as September 20 to fight back against the coronavirus.
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Latest Child Tax Credit payment delayed for some parents
Some families are expressing frustration that they have yet to receive the third installment from the federal program.
Amazon says 1 million workers applied for jobs this week
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Samuel Adams releases beer so potent it's illegal in 15 states
Beer maker's Utopias brand is barrel-aged and finished with cherries. Just be prepared to pay up.
These NFL stadiums now require fans to be vaccinated to enter
Buffalo Bills are latest to impose mandate. Proof of vaccination will be required to enter upstate New York stadium.
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Robert Durst found guilty of killing best friend Susan Berman
A Los Angeles jury found the New York millionaire guilty of first-degree murder in the fatal shooting,
Former sheriff's deputy charged with manslaughter in teen's death
Michael Davis shot Hunter Brittain during a traffic stop outside an auto repair shop along an Arkansas highway in June.
First heart transplant recipient in D.C. area dies from COVID-19
Eva Baisey, who had a life expectancy of just one to five years in 1986, died from COVID-19 — more than 34 years after the surgery.
2 men charged with murder of journalist Lyra McKee
McKee was an increasingly influential journalist who had written powerfully about growing up gay in Northern Ireland and the struggles of the generation of "cease-fire babies" raised after the 1998 Good Friday peace accord.
Death of Murdaugh family housekeeper in 2018 under investigation
Gloria Satterfield's death was said to be the result of a "trip and fall accident," but the coroner's office says an autopsy was never performed.
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The all-civilian Inspiration4 crew fielded questions from St. Jude's patients and even chatted with Tom Cruise, SpaceX said.
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Watch: SpaceX launches first all-civilian flight
SpaceX has launched four amateurs on a private flight to circle Earth for three days. It's the first time a rocket has streaked toward orbit with no professional astronauts on board. Former astronaut Garrett Resiman, who is also a senior advisor at SpaceX and a professor of astronautical engineering at USC, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to describe the launch. Read more here.
All-civilian crew SpaceX launch makes history
Space history was made Wednesday night as the first all-civilian space mission blasted off from historic launch pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center, atop a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. SpaceX senior adviser and former NASA astronaut Garrett Reisman joins CBSN anchor Lana Zak to breakdown the launch and discuss the significance of the mission.
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Ghost Light: The Year Broadway Went Dark
After Broadway's unprecedented 18-month pandemic shutdown, CBSN Originals' new documentary looks at how people on stage and behind the scenes pivoted to survive.
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Documentarian Ken Burns discussed his new PBS docuseries "Muhammad Ali," which chronicles the life of the iconic boxer and his legacy on sports, politics and much more, on this week's episode of "The Takeout" with Major Garrett.
Emmys 2021: Cedric the Entertainer on hosting
Cedric the Entertainer, host of the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards and star of CBS' "The Neighborhood," joins CBSN to preview what he has in store for this Sunday's festivities. Watch the awards show live September 19 at 8 p.m. EDT/5 p.m. PDT on CBS or Paramount+.
Report: U.S. climate goals are "insufficient"
Most G20 countries are failing their emissions obligations, according to a new report by watchdog organization The Climate Action Tracker, which calls the U.S.' climate goals "insufficient." CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins CBSN's Lana Zak to explain.
FDA panel: Most don't need Pfizer boosters
A Food and Drug Administration advisory committee voted to recommend only people over the age of 65 or who are immunocompromised need third doses of the Pfizer vaccine. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports the decision upends the Biden administration's plans to roll out a mass booster program Monday. Then, Dr. Hilary Fairbrother, an emergency medicine physician, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to explain what this vote means for the future of COVID-19 vaccine boosters.