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SNP loses 'damaging' 38 seats so far as final result delayed
The first minister says his party has "soul searching" to do after a series of losses to Labour. -
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David Sedaris is an icon of indignation in a world that keeps on irking
The American humorist delighted the Royal Festival Hall with characteristically disgruntled slices of life – including a brush with cancel culture. In years to come, I can tell the grandkids I was at the Royal Festival Hall the night Keir Starmer ... -
The Guardian - World
England players should share blame for poor performances, says Phil Foden
‘I feel sorry for Gareth. We have to be leaders’Back three trialled in training before quarter-finalPhil Foden has defended Gareth Southgate’s tactics and insisted England’s players should shoulder more of the blame for the team’s underwhelming ... -
The Guardian - World
Fran Healy of Travis: ‘What did I want to be growing up? Not poor’
The singer on sleeping like a log, a very special recording, and being told by a manager that everyone hated him. Born in Staffordshire, Fran Healy, 50, grew up in Scotland. In 1991, he enrolled at the Glasgow School of Art and joined the band ... -
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Randy Travis advocates for change in the music industry
The career of country music legend Randy Travis was forever transformed when he suffered a stroke in 2013 that left him partially paralyzed, with limited ability to speak. However, the Grammy winner is finding new ways to use his voice, turning ... -
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Iconic Texas painting saved from Goodwill sells for over $100,000
The same family owned the painting for a century, not realizing the artist was a Texas titan. -
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An iconic wildlife park has banned koala cuddles. Will others follow?
Advocates say the practice is "cruel" to koalas and are pushing for it to be outlawed nation-wide. -
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Moving into Downing Street: life behind the iconic black door
Rishi Sunak has made way for new Prime Minister Keir Starmer to move into No 10. Here’s how it all happens. -
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Judge refuses to dismiss lawsuit in battle over pop icon Prince's estate
Prince died of an accidental fentanyl overdose in 2016. He had no will, and his six siblings inherited equal interests in the estate. -
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Moulin Rouge's iconic windmill sails restored after collapse
The mill's huge sails, an emblem of the surrounding Montmartre neighborhood, inexplicably collapsed after an April show at the venue. -
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Kerr thanks Klay, understands why Warriors icon decided to leave
Steve Kerr opened his Team USA media availability Saturday by talking about Klay Thompson's lasting impact on his and Warriors. -
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Alec Baldwin's "Rust" denied New Mexico tax incentives
Attorneys for Alec Baldwin's "Rust" said the incentive would have been used to pay a settlement to cinematographer Halyna Hutchins' family. -
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Sierra Leone outlaws child marriage. Even witnesses can face jail time.
The law, which criminalizes marrying any girl who is under 18 years old, is being celebrated widely. -
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FDA approves new treatment to slow progression of early Alzheimer's
The FDA approved a new Alzheimer's treatment called donanemab on Tuesday. It is designed to help patients in the early stages of the disease. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains what to know.FDA -
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At least 121 people killed in India stampede
At least 121 people were killed and dozens more were injured when a stampede broke out at a religious festival in northern India Tuesday. It's still unclear what may have caused the panic. Anbarasan Ethirajan, South Asia editor for BBC News, ...India -
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FDA bans ingredient found in some citrus-flavored sodas
Brominated vegetable oil will no longer be allowed in food and beverages in the U.S., 50 years after chemical banned in U.K.FDA -
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Concerns over impact of high turnover among election workers
State election officials across the country are issuing warnings about high turnover among election workers. It could have a major impact on the November elections. A report by the Bipartisan Policy Center found turnover rose from 2018 to 2022 and ... -
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NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman announces 2024 championship venue
Jessica Berman, commissioner of the National Women's Soccer League, reveals first on "CBS Mornings" that CPKC Stadium, the world's first purpose-built stadium for a women's professional team, will host the 2024 NWSL Championship on Saturday, Nov. ... -
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Are there early Amazon Prime Day 2024 deals?
Everything you need to know about early access deals for Amazon Prime Day 2024. -
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Marines reunite with K-9 partners after years apart
After nearly two years apart, Marines Dalton Stone and Isaac Weissand have finally reunited with their beloved K-9 partners, Aida and Poker. Their bond formed through service and companionship. -
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United Airlines texts customers live radar maps during weather delays
United says it's using AI to power the effort to keep customers apprised of factors affecting flight status.Travel -
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Best 4th of July deals to shop at Wayfair
Save up to 74% on storage furniture, kitchen essentials, bedroom furniture and more at Wayfair this 4th of July. -
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Amazon has a pre-Prime Day coupon sale on Govee smart lighting
Add some mood lighting to your home with these fun Govee smart lights that you can save on right now. -
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7/3: CBS News 24/7 Episode 1
Hurricane Beryl charges towards Jamaica as Category 4 storm; Environmental concerns over impact of liquefied natural gas. -
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Biden Awards Medal of Honor to 2 Union Soldiers
Family members of Pvt. Philip G. Shadrach and Pvt. George D. Wilson received the nation’s highest decoration for combat valor.Joe Biden -
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Tony-winning musical 'Suffs' disrupted by chanting protesters with a banner
A performance of the Broadway musical “Suffs” was briefly disrupted Tuesday when protesters unfurled a banner with the slogan “Suffs Is a White Wash” and chants of “Cancel ‘Suffs -
Wired - Tech
The New ‘Ethical’ AI Music Generator Can’t Write a Halfway Decent Song
Song generators are in hot water over alleged copyright infringement, but the AI tool Jen was trained on licensed material. We asked pro musicians to test it, and the results were uninspiring. -
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Here's how to join the "CBS Mornings" Mixtape Music competition
Calling all musicians and singers! The deadline to apply to the "CBS Mornings" Mixtape Music competition is in five days. Here are details on how you can join. -
The Guardian - World
Melodies in chart-topping music have become less complex, study finds
Scientists say changes since 1950 could partly be due to new genres such as stadium rock, disco and hip-hop. “Won’t you play a simple melody,” sang Bing Crosby in his rendition of the Irving Berlin classic. Now it seems his wish has come true: ... -
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'Not Like Us': DeMar DeRozan has a cameo in Kendrick Lamar's music video
The free agent forward and the "Not Like Us" rapper are both natives of Compton, California. -
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Kendrick Lamar drops ‘Not Like Us’ music video amid Drake feud
Kendrick Lamar put a cap on his monthslong feud with Drake by releasing a music video for his hit song "Not Like Us," which dissed the Canadian rapper. -
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Yankees offense can't overcome Luis Gil's poor start in 5-4 loss to Reds
The Yankees offense scored four unanswered runs, but were unable to overcome the hole Luis Gil put them in as New York dropped the series opener to the Cincinnati Reds, 5-4, on Tuesday night.MLB -
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DeLuca and Lowe homer as Rays pounce on poor Kansas City pitching in 10-8 victory over Royals
Jonny DeLuca and Brandon Lowe homered, eight Rays players drove in runs, and Tampa Bay beat the Kansas City Royals 10-8MLB -
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Will Copa América's controversy over poor pitch conditions affect 2026 World Cup?
Can playing surfaces improve in time for the 2026 World Cup? -
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Biden awards 2 Union soldiers posthumous Medals of Honor
The president honored Philip Shadrach and George Wilson for their "gallantry and intrepidity" during the "Great Locomotive Chase" of 1862.Joe Biden -
The Hill - Politics
Biden praises Civil War soldiers, Medal of Honor recipients for 'heroic deeds'
President Biden on Wednesday posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor to two Civil War-era soldiers whom he lauded for defending America and the values it was founded upon. Biden, speaking from the White House, praised Pvt. Philip G. Shadrach and ...Joe Biden -
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Biden awards posthumous Medal of Honor to 2 Union soldiers
President Biden awarded the Medal of Honor to two Union soldiers who were captured and hanged for their participation in the "Great Locomotive Chase" in Georgia in 1862. The soldiers' descendants accepted the medals on their behalf. Watch the ...Joe Biden -
The Guardian - World
Hands off the koala: why cuddling Australia’s iconic marsupial could soon be a thing of the past
Countless famous faces have been snapped snuggling up to koalas in Australia. But it’s a practice animal activists hope will become extinct. From Taylor Swift to King Charles, cuddling a koala in Australia has long been a bucket-list item for ...