Contractor involved in island-wide Puerto Rico blackout canned
Same company was linked to major outage last week; power back on for hundreds of thousands of 1.4 milion homes and businesses that lost it
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"This is too much": Massive power outage hits Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico struggling with increasingly unstable power grid nearly seven months after Hurricane Maria hit
Large power outage hits Puerto Rico's capital, nearby areas
Power outage in Puerto Rico forces island's main public hospital, international airport to use generators
Puerto Rico running out of time as storm season approaches, FEMA says
More than 50,000 power customers remain in the dark after the Category 4 storm hit on Sept. 20
After Hurricane Maria, fuel requests by Walmart stores in Puerto Rico went unanswered
Puerto Rico officials had asked FEMA for emergency generator fuel for 46 Walmart store generators so perishable food wouldn't spoil
6 months after Hurricane Maria, CBS News returns to Puerto Rico
There's "a whole lot more light in the darkness" than there was last September, correspondent David Begnaud says
Puerto Rico warns of power company shutdown
The request comes as nearly 400,000 power customers across the island remain in the dark, five months after Hurricane Maria
Woman behind botched FEMA contract in Puerto Rico speaks out
Tiffany Brown says she should have enlisted more help to deliver 30 million meals in the wake of Hurricane Maria
Puerto Ricans grab machetes, shovels to restore power themselves
More than 400,000 power customers across Puerto Rico remain in the dark months after Hurricane Maria hit
Reports: Rat infestation impedes Puerto Rico donation efforts
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Puerto Rico warns its population and economy will plunge
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Puerto Rico on edge after 32 murders in just 11 days
Thirty-two people have been slain in Puerto Rico in the first 11 days of the year, double the number killed over the same period in 2017
Puerto Rico authorities: Nearly half of power customers still lack electricity
In October, Puerto Rican Gov. Ricardo Rossello announced an "aggressive" rebuilding plan for the island, promising to fully restore electricity by Christmas
Puerto Rico cops sicking out over overtime pay lag post-Maria
Thousands calling in sick each day, in part to press for back pay for OT piling up since hurricane ravaged island
Puerto Rico orders review as data suggests hurricane deaths vastly undercounted
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In Florida, Puerto Ricans displaced by hurricane struggle to adjust
More than 215,000 Puerto Ricans have arrived in Florida since October 3
Puerto Rico still waits for supplies despite $30M contract
Thousands of Puerto Ricans remain homeless, and many complain that the federal government is taking too long to provide basics
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Schools in Puerto Rico struggle without power; many end up fleeing
The United States government wouldn't say how many of the island's 1,100 schools have electricity
White House asks Congress for $44 billion more for hurricane relief
The White House says more money is still needed, after hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria devastated regions across the U.S.
Experts: Puerto Rico may face a decade of economic troubles
The U.S. territory continues to struggle with a "dire" situation after Hurricane Maria, with the economy projected to shrink next year
Lin-Manuel Miranda brings help, hope to Puerto Rico
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General leading military effort in Puerto Rico explains departure
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New setback in Puerto Rico as FEMA offers to airlift storm victims
The north side of Puerto Rico, including San Juan, was plunged back into darkness Thursday when a major power line shut down
FEMA offers to airlift Puerto Ricans to mainland U.S.
The effort will mark the first time the feds have evacuated residents off the island since Hurricane Maria hit in September
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Sen. Bernie Sanders says he encouraged Graham Platner to step aside
Independent Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont said Tuesday that he spoke with Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner and recommended that he exit the Senate race.
Video shows "well fed" great white shark eating whale off Rhode Island
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Gotham FC's governor says club's move to NYC is "the next chapter"
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Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
Evidence found behind Cracker Barrel helps solve 1985 cold case murder
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Walmart cuts prices on thousands of items, including beef and soda
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Trump lauds Erdogan, announces lifting sanctions as NATO summit begins
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Judge says alleged D.C. pipe bomber isn't covered by Trump's Jan. 6 pardons
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Children who died on Wisconsin's Geneva Lake found in sunken boat, police say
Three children who died when a boat capsized on Geneva Lake in Wisconsin amid a sudden storm last week were found inside the sunken vessel, police said.
AI actor Tilly Norwood set to star in first feature film
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Trump says he saw play that led to red card and asked FIFA president for review
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Microsoft to cut more than 3,000 jobs from ailing Xbox unit
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EasyJet agrees to $6.7 billion takeover by U.S. private equity firm
U.K. budget airline has struck a deal to be acquired after rejecting four previous offers by the American investment firm.
2 National Guard members on patrol in Memphis fatally shoot man, police say
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FIFA criticized for lifting U.S. star's red card suspension after Trump phone call
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Mallory McMorrow suspends Senate campaign in Michigan
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"Very unhealthy" pollution levels recorded in D.C. after July 4th fireworks
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Balogun's red card suspension lifted after Trump called FIFA chief
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Sen. Bernie Sanders says he encouraged Graham Platner to step aside
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Gotham FC's governor says club's move to NYC is "the next chapter"
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Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
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Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
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Walmart cuts prices on thousands of items, including beef and soda
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Toyota, in $3.6 billion move, shifting Tacoma production to Texas from Mexico
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AI actor Tilly Norwood set to star in first feature film
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Microsoft to cut more than 3,000 jobs from ailing Xbox unit
Microsoft moves to slash costs as the video game industry faces what the tech giant calls the "most severe hardware crisis in its history."
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Sen. Bernie Sanders says he encouraged Graham Platner to step aside
Independent Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont said Tuesday that he spoke with Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner and recommended that he exit the Senate race.
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Rahm Emanuel is viewed as a potential Democratic presidential candidate and has been a longtime defender of Israel.
U.K. far-right leader Nigel Farage resigns as lawmaker in risky gamble
Populist British lawmaker Nigel Farage has resigned amid a financial scandal, but says he'll run in a snap election to reclaim his seat.
Cuba slowly getting power back after third nationwide blackout in 6 months
Cubans were gradually getting power restored after the third nationwide power outage this year, causing mounting despair in the face of an energy collapse precipitated by a U.S. fuel blockade.
Democrats Stevens and El-Sayed face off in primary debate for Michigan Senate
The debate comes days after a third candidate, Mallory McMorrow, suspended her campaign.
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Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
Switching to a cheaper health plan delayed a man's access to vital medicine
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"Very unhealthy" pollution levels recorded in D.C. after July 4th fireworks
A "purple" air quality alert was issued for Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas, on Sunday, meaning pollution reached levels considered "very unhealthy."
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Rahm Emanuel expected to say Israel needs "significant changes" in speech
Rahm Emanuel is viewed as a potential Democratic presidential candidate and has been a longtime defender of Israel.
U.K. far-right leader Nigel Farage resigns as lawmaker in risky gamble
Populist British lawmaker Nigel Farage has resigned amid a financial scandal, but says he'll run in a snap election to reclaim his seat.
Prince Harry loses long legal battle against U.K. tabloid publisher
Prince Harry has lost his case against the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday tabloids, with the top U.K. court dismissing claims of illegal information gathering.
French right-wing leader Marine Le Pen cleared to run in 2027 election
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2,000-year-old gold rings and human bones found by archaeologists
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
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Prince Harry loses long legal battle against U.K. tabloid publisher
Prince Harry has lost his case against the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday tabloids, with the top U.K. court dismissing claims of illegal information gathering.
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Sophie Chen Keller reads "Little Wonder"
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Details emerge of Swift-Kelce wedding
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AI actor Tilly Norwood set to star in first feature film
AI-generated actor Tilly Norwood is set to star in her first feature film, with her creator saying that "art will be imitating life."
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Microsoft to cut more than 3,000 jobs from ailing Xbox unit
Microsoft moves to slash costs as the video game industry faces what the tech giant calls the "most severe hardware crisis in its history."
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The Trump administration has lifted export restrictions on Anthropic's most advanced artificial intelligence models, Fable and Mythos, after weeks of negotiations over national security concerns. CNET Editor-in-Chief David Katzmaier joins to discuss.
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White House lifted AI limits, Anthropic says
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Sony to stop making physical discs for PlayStation starting in 2028
After January 2028, new games will be available exclusively in digital format from the PlayStation Store and at retailers, Sony said.
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2,000-year-old gold rings and human bones found by archaeologists
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New White House UFO panel chair speaks out
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Ex-college hoops star accused of posing as other people in $2.2M scam
Kerr Kriisa posed as other people and falsely claimed he and his family urgently needed money to deal with an emergency, the indictment says.
Democrats tell Platner to leave Senate race
Democratic leadership is pushing Maine's Graham Platner to remove himself from the Senate race after a former partner accused Platner of sexual assault. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest details.
Prosecutors present case against Kirk suspect
Prosecutors in Utah began presenting their case on Monday against Tyler Robinson, who is accused of killing Charlie Kirk, during a five-day preliminary hearing. Prosecutors are aiming to prove they have enough evidence to move forward with a murder trial against Robinson, who has not yet entered a plea. Carter Evans reports.
Evidence found behind Cracker Barrel helps solve 1985 cold case murder
Ohio police say they've solved a man's 1985 murder using old evidence, including items found soon after the killing behind a Cracker Barrel in Georgia.
Charlie Kirk assassination suspect back in court
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The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
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Syrian state TV is reporting that at least 18 people were injured after explosions hit the Syrian capital of Damascus during a visit by French President Emmanuel Macron. Chris Livesay reports.