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Biden to award Medal of Freedom to Pelosi, Gore, Ledecky and more
on May 3, 2024 at 9:00 am
President Biden will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor, to 19 recipients on Friday.
5/2: The Daily Report with John Dickerson
on May 3, 2024 at 8:10 am
John Dickerson reports on protesters’ calls for colleges to divestment from Israel, why thousands of migrants are waiting in Mexico, and the new nuclear reactor operating in Georgia.
NYPD officer fired gun while clearing protesters from Hamilton Hall at Columbia, DA’s office confirms
on May 3, 2024 at 3:52 am
An NYPD officer fired his gun inside Hamilton Hall during Tuesday night’s operation at Columbia University, the Manhattan district attorney’s office confirms.
What to know about calls for schools to divest from Israel
on May 3, 2024 at 1:41 am
Many student protesters are calling on their universities to divest from companies connected to Israel and the war in Gaza. CBS News reporter Erica Brown explains what divestment means and the potential effects it could have.
New nuclear reactor comes online in Georgia after years of delays
on May 3, 2024 at 12:53 am
Georgia is home to the nation’s newest nuclear reactor. It’s bringing clean energy to the state, but the project has run over budget and past its original completion date. Drew Kann, climate and environment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBS News to explore the effort.

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Biden to award Medal of Freedom to Pelosi, Gore, Ledecky and more
on May 3, 2024 at 9:00 am
President Biden will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor, to 19 recipients on Friday.
5/2: CBS Evening News
on May 3, 2024 at 8:33 am
Biden condemns violence during campus protests; Officers, Good Samaritan rescue couple from burning Florida home
Peloton, once hailed as the future of fitness, is now sucking wind
on May 3, 2024 at 2:24 am
Peloton CEO Barry McCarthy exits as it lays off more staff. What’s ailing the fitness company?
Military documents contradict GOP congressman’s military record claims
on May 3, 2024 at 12:39 am
There is no question that Nehls served overseas and engaged in combat, but military documents show he received one Bronze Star instead of two.
Arizona governor signs bill to repeal 1864 ban on most abortions
on May 3, 2024 at 12:05 am
Democratic Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs has signed a bill to undo a long-dormant law that bans all abortions except those done to save a patient’s life, but the ban is still in effect until the fall.

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Biden to award Medal of Freedom to Pelosi, Gore, Ledecky and more
on May 3, 2024 at 9:00 am
President Biden will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor, to 19 recipients on Friday.
Florida’s six-week abortion ban takes effect with few exceptions
on May 3, 2024 at 3:51 am
A new abortion law goes into effect in Florida on Wednesday. It will sharply restrict the procedure after six weeks. Florida’s new law includes exceptions for rape, incest, fetal abnormalities and the life of the mother.
Arizona Senate repeals 1864 law that bans nearly all abortions
on May 3, 2024 at 3:51 am
Arizona’s governor plans to sign a bill Thursday to repeal a 160-year old abortion ban. It was revived by the state Supreme Court last month. The Arizona Senate, which is controlled by Republicans, narrowly voted to repeal the law that bans almost all abortions.
Donald Trump rallies supporters in crucial battleground states
on May 3, 2024 at 3:51 am
For the first time since his New York criminal trial got underway, former President Donald Trump returned to campaigning on Wednesday, this time in Michigan and Wisconsin, which are two crucial battleground states in the 2024 election. On the campaign trail, he highlighted his role in overturning Roe v. Wade, and emphasized his opinion that abortion should be left to the states. Trump will be in court Thursday as his criminal trial resumes.
DOJ to reclassify marijuana as less dangerous drug in a historic shift
on May 3, 2024 at 3:51 am
The Drug Enforcement Administration is recommending marijuana be classified down from a Schedule I drug to a Schedule III drug. It would not legalize marijuana for recreational use.

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5/2: CBS Evening News
on May 3, 2024 at 8:33 am
Biden condemns violence during campus protests; Officers, Good Samaritan rescue couple from burning Florida home
Where pro-Palestinian university protests are happening around the world
on May 3, 2024 at 12:22 am
College campus protests in solidarity with Palestinians amid Israel’s war with Hamas in the Gaza Strip are spreading far beyond the U.S.
Russian military personnel enter Niger airbase where some U.S. troops remain
on May 2, 2024 at 11:33 pm
Before a coup in Niger in July 2023 led to the demand that American troops leave the country, the U.S. used two Niger airbases to fly drones on counterterrorism missions in the Sahel region of Africa.
5 people die from drinking poison potion in Santeria “power” ritual
on May 2, 2024 at 5:46 pm
Police said the victims mixed the potion themselves and drank it “to acquire some certain kind of powers.”
Why Israel is so determined to launch a ground offensive in Rafah
on May 2, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly rejects international pressure to call off an offensive on the southern Gaza city of Rafah.

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UnitedHealth Group CEO reports cyberattack could impact a third of Americans
on May 3, 2024 at 3:46 am
UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty disclosed that a cyberattack on one of its subsidiaries earlier this year might affect up to a third of all Americans.
Halle Berry joins senators to announce menopause legislation
on May 2, 2024 at 3:26 pm
Actress Halle Berry joined with a group of bipartisan senators on Thursday to announce new legislation to promote menopause research, training and education.
Johnson & Johnson offers $6.5 billion to settle talc cancer lawsuits
on May 2, 2024 at 12:32 pm
Plaintiffs have three months to vote on whether to approve a proposed legal settlement that would resolve nearly all talc lawsuits.
Drew Barrymore talks about menopause with Dr. Mary Claire Haver
on May 1, 2024 at 4:21 am
Joining forces with menopause specialist Dr. Mary Claire Haver, Drew Barrymore shares her personal journey during menopause.
Walnuts sold at Whole Foods recalled after E. coli outbreak
on April 30, 2024 at 10:16 pm
Recall involves shelled walnuts distributed in 19 states and sold in bulk bins at natural food and co-op stores.

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Peloton, once hailed as the future of fitness, is now sucking wind
on May 3, 2024 at 2:24 am
Peloton CEO Barry McCarthy exits as it lays off more staff. What’s ailing the fitness company?
Employer who fired 78-year-old must now pay her $78,000
on May 2, 2024 at 6:26 pm
A Georgia senior living community fired an elderly worker shortly after honoring her as an employee of the year, regulators allege.
IRS says number of audits about to surge. Here’s who it is targeting.
on May 2, 2024 at 5:27 pm
The IRS is tapping Inflation Reduction Act funding to hire more agents and go after more tax cheats. Here’s where it is focusing.
Nearly 8 tons of beef sold at Walmart recalled due to E. coli risk
on May 2, 2024 at 4:06 pm
The recalled beef came from Cargill Meat Solutions in the form of burger patties and ground chuck.
Taylor Swift back on TikTok as Universal reaches deal with platform
on May 2, 2024 at 3:12 pm
Licensing deal resolves months-long dispute that had record label Universal pulling its artists’ music off the video platform.

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Trillions of cicadas emerge after decades underground
on May 3, 2024 at 3:45 am
Trillions of cicadas are emerging across 12 states, from the Midwest to the East Coast, after spending more than a decade underground. In Central Illinois, there is a rare opportunity to see two types of cicadas together for the first time in more than 200 years.
Videos show where cicadas have already emerged in the U.S.
on May 3, 2024 at 12:26 am
The bugs emit a loud, droning buzzing sound when they emerge — signaling they are ready to mate.
Historic cicada event underway in parts of U.S.
on May 2, 2024 at 11:47 pm
For the first time since 1803, two groups of periodical cicadas are emerging from the ground at the same time in parts of the Midwest and South. However, a small section of Central Illinois marks the only place where both the 13-year and 17-year cicadas are emerging in the same place. Dave Malkoff reports on the extraordinary event.
Map shows “forever chemical” water contamination hotspots worldwide
on May 2, 2024 at 2:03 pm
Study finds cancer-linked PFAS chemicals prevalent in drinking water sources across the globe, including many far over regulatory limits.
Summer heat waves already deadly in Asia, and it’s still spring
on May 2, 2024 at 12:37 pm
Much of Asia is sweltering under a heat wave that one expert calls “by far the most extreme event in world climatic history.”

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UnitedHealth Group CEO reports cyberattack could impact a third of Americans
on May 3, 2024 at 3:46 am
UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty disclosed that a cyberattack on one of its subsidiaries earlier this year might affect up to a third of all Americans.
Newspapers accuse artificial intelligence companies of stealing content
on May 1, 2024 at 2:05 pm
A newly-filed lawsuit targets two of the biggest generative AI platforms in the world, Open AI, the creators of ChatGPT and Microsoft’s Copilot AI program.
U.S. ramps up chip production efforts with taxpayers footing part of the bill
on April 30, 2024 at 3:01 pm
The U.S. is ramping up its chip production while trying to block China from dominating the market.
Romance scam victims speak out
on April 28, 2024 at 11:39 pm
After delving into the world of romance scams, CBS News followed up with several victims whose ordeals were highlighted. Jim Axelrod shares their stories.
Don’t just track your steps: 4 health points to monitor on your smartwatch
on April 26, 2024 at 9:00 am
Are you using your smartwatch to the fullest? Here are 4 metrics doctors say can be useful to track beyond your daily step count.

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Jeff Daniels on playing challenging role in Netflix’s “A Man in Full”
on May 3, 2024 at 3:44 am
Emmy Award-winning actor Jeff Daniels says he’s playing one of his most challenging roles yet. He stars in the new Netflix limited series “A Man in Full,” created by Hollywood heavyweights David E. Kelley and Regina King, who also serves as a director. Daniels portrays Charlie Croker, a tough-talking real estate mogul facing bankruptcy. He must defend his empire and his family against enemies attempting to exploit his fall from grace.
Country star Walker Hayes opens up about new music collection, “Sober Thoughts”
on May 2, 2024 at 10:50 pm
Country star Walker Hayes talks about his new collection of songs, “Sober Thoughts,” and his journey toward sobriety.
Amazon experts top book recommendations for every type of mom
on May 2, 2024 at 8:27 pm
Still searching for the perfect Mother’s Day gift? Sarah Gelman, Amazon Books Editorial Director, shares her top book picks for all kinds of moms.
Walker Hayes shares his battle with addiction in new songs
on May 2, 2024 at 4:51 pm
Three years ago, Walter Hayes burst onto the music scene with “Fancy Like,” a song that became a sensation and established his presence in the country music world.
Rosie O’Donnell joining cast of “And Just Like That…”
on May 2, 2024 at 1:49 pm
O’Donnell shared a photo of a script for season three, episode one of the Max show, revealing her character’s name is Mary.

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New NASA images show iconic Horsehead Nebula in unprecedented detail
on April 30, 2024 at 2:03 pm
The Horsehead Nebula, which NASA has called “one of the most distinctive objects in our skies,” is located in the constellation Orion.
Astronauts confident Boeing’s Starliner is finally ready for crew flights
on April 26, 2024 at 12:44 am
Astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams say they have complete confidence in the Starliner despite questions about Boeing’s safety culture.
Man who hoped to be first Black astronaut in 1960s finally heading to space
on April 25, 2024 at 9:12 pm
In 1961, Ed Dwight was selected by President John F. Kennedy to enter an Air Force training program known as the path to NASA’s Astronaut Corps. But he ultimately never made it to space.
Veteran taikonaut, 2 rookies launched to Chinese space station
on April 25, 2024 at 8:31 pm
The Shenzhou 18 crew will replace three taikonauts aboard the Chinese space station who are wrapping up a six-month stay.
Spacecraft spots “spiders” scattered across surface of Mars
on April 25, 2024 at 4:33 pm
The creepy patterns were observed by the European Space Agency’s ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter.