U.S. forces have officially left Iraq, ending a lengthy military mission. While some people in Iraq celebrated the withdrawal, others are worried about the country's future.
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The U.S. military formally withdrew from Iraq today.
This ends a long and difficult time of U.S. military presence in Iraq.
Many people in Iraq's capital city celebrated the U.S. withdrawal.
There are also concerns about what will happen in Iraq after the U.S. leaves.
Geoff Bennett spoke with two diplomats for analysis: James Jeffrey, who was the U.S. ambassador to Iraq, and Feisal Istrabadi, who was Iraq’s ambassador to the United Nations.
James Jeffrey served under President Obama.
Feisal Istrabadi has experience representing Iraq at the U.N.
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The Conservative Party in the UK plans to introduce new rules for young people under 25 who claim benefits without working for six months. These rules would require young people to attend job centers or training daily and take part in a six-month "Get to Work" program, or their benefits could be reduced.
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The new rules target young people aged 18 to 24 who have not worked for six months continuously.
Those affected would join a "Get to Work" scheme involving daily attendance at job centers, work experience, and training courses.
Participants would be assigned a manager and attend job search and interview workshops.
The program lasts up to six months or until the person finds a job.
If unemployed after six months on the scheme, benefits could be cut by 30%.
Young people with prior work experience, health issues, caring duties, or estrangement would be exempt.
The Conservative Party wants to reconsider how parents' earnings affect their children’s welfare benefits.
The proposal aims to reduce the number of young people not in education, employment, or training (called Neets).
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Texas law enforcement stopped a possible violent attack at the Texas State Capitol in Austin and arrested one suspect, Benny Caldera Jr. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) acted on credible information and is working with the FBI to investigate.
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DPS received a credible tip about a planned attack at the Texas Capitol on Tuesday night.
Benny Caldera Jr., 40, was arrested early Wednesday at his home in Converse, Texas.
He faces a felony charge for making a terroristic threat against a public servant.
The Texas Capitol remained open with increased security after the arrest.
DPS informed Texas State Legislators about the threat and arrest.
The FBI cooperated with DPS but deferred comment to them.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott praised DPS for preventing the attack.
The investigation is ongoing, and no further details have been released.
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Evan Gershkovich, a reporter for the Wall Street Journal, was released from Russian detention in 2024 through a prisoner swap involving 16 people from seven countries. He talked about his arrest, his experience in prison, and his new book in an interview with Amna Nawaz.
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Evan Gershkovich works as a correspondent for the Wall Street Journal.
He was detained in Russia and released in 2024.
His release was part of a prisoner swap involving 16 people from seven different countries.
He discussed his arrest and time in prison in a recent interview.
Gershkovich has written a new book called “This Cursed Beautiful Land.”
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani received his federal security clearance nine months after taking office. This clearance allows him to access classified government documents.
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Zohran Mamdani is the mayor of New York City.
He took office nine months ago.
On Wednesday, he was granted federal security clearance.
The clearance lets him see classified information.
Before receiving clearance, he could not access certain government documents.
A spokesperson for Mamdani confirmed the clearance was recently issued.
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Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton will debate on CNN as they both run to be California’s next governor. Becerra currently leads in the polls, while Hilton focuses on lowering the cost of living in the state.
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The debate will air Wednesday night on CNN, hosted from studios near Los Angeles.
Polls show Becerra ahead by about 20 to 25 points over Hilton among likely voters.
Cost of living, including housing, taxes, and utilities, is a key topic for the candidates.
Hilton wants to reduce gas prices, cut taxes on incomes up to $150,000, and build more starter homes.
Becerra proposes a "Power Hour" for free electricity for low-income families and wants to freeze utility and insurance costs.
Hilton blames California's problems on Democratic leaders, despite opposing President Trump.
Becerra points to his long experience in government and works toward universal healthcare.
The debate comes as mail-in ballots are being sent to California voters.
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A FlyDubai co-pilot allegedly stabbed the pilot on a plane, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described the incident as possibly a suicide attempt. This event is under investigation while other news related to Middle East affairs and international incidents also unfold.
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A co-pilot on a FlyDubai flight allegedly stabbed the aircraft’s pilot.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said the incident might have been a suicide attempt.
Video footage shows a struggle for control of the FlyDubai plane.
The incident is currently being investigated.
Other news includes rising Middle East oil exports and prices.
An extended interview with Netanyahu discusses the stabbing event.
Related international and domestic stories were also mentioned in the CBS Evening News segment.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave a speech to active-duty military officers, where he spoke about the future of warfare, issues related to faith in the military, and plans for a new military base. He also talked about removing "woke" elements from the Defense Department and criticized news coverage of the conflict in Iran.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth addressed active-duty military officers.
He discussed the future of warfare and the role of faith in the military.
Hegseth announced plans to establish a new military base.
He expressed the intent to remove "woke" influences from the Defense Department.
Hegseth criticized how news media has covered the war in Iran.
The speech covered a broad range of topics, including culture and military strategy.
The address took place on a Wednesday.
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Utah Governor Spencer Cox is speaking out about the need to reduce political hatred and violence in the United States. He has written a book called "Off Ramp: How to Be a Peacemaker in an Age of Contempt" to share his ideas on how Americans can work toward peace.
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Spencer Cox is the Republican governor of Utah.
He became a notable voice after the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Cox urges Americans to reduce political anger and violence.
He has written a book titled "Off Ramp: How to Be a Peacemaker in an Age of Contempt."
The book offers ways to bring peace and understanding amid political division.
Cox discussed these topics in an interview with Geoff Bennett.
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A FlyDubai flight from Dubai to Israel had to land in Saudi Arabia after one pilot stabbed the other and tried to crash the plane. Passengers reported the incident, which caused fear and chaos on board.
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The flight was traveling from Dubai to Israel.
One pilot stabbed the other pilot during the flight.
The stabbing pilot tried to crash the plane.
The plane was forced to land in Saudi Arabia for safety.
Passengers witnessed and reported the event.
Aviation safety experts are discussing the incident.
Flight safety is now under investigation.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced new partnerships between the Pentagon and five non-Ivy League colleges and universities. This move is part of an effort to work with a broader range of schools beyond the most prestigious institutions.
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The Pentagon is partnering with five non-Ivy League universities.
The schools include Louisiana State University (LSU), Liberty University, Tuskegee University, and Mississippi State University.
These partnerships are part of a plan to expand military connections beyond top Ivy League colleges.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is leading this initiative.
The announcement was made on a Wednesday, during ongoing efforts to reshape military education partnerships.
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The article discusses the idea of the American Dream and asks whether younger generations can still achieve it today. Judy Woodruff explores this question in her series, Crossroads: America at 250.
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The American Dream is a long-standing idea about success and opportunity in the U.S.
The article questions how achievable this dream is for younger people now.
Judy Woodruff is presenting this topic as part of her series called Crossroads: America at 250.
The series looks at important moments and themes in American history.
The focus is on understanding current challenges facing young Americans.
It highlights changes in society and economy that affect life goals.
The American Dream traditionally includes ideas like owning a home, having a good job, and financial stability.
The article invites readers to consider what this dream means in today’s world.
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A federal judge approved a settlement that allows Paramount to take over Warner Bros. Discovery after 12 US states opposed the deal due to unfair competition concerns. The agreement includes rules to protect CNN's independence and requires the new company to release a set number of movies each year.
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The judge approved a legal settlement clearing Paramount’s takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery.
Twelve US states had challenged the deal on antitrust (competition) grounds.
The settlement includes safeguards to protect CNN's editorial independence.
The merged company must release at least 30 films per year for the first two years.
Paramount’s CEO is David Ellison, and Mattel's CEO Ynon Kreiz will become co-CEO after the merger.
The Trump administration approved the deal in June before the states’ lawsuit.
Funding includes about $24 billion from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth funds.
Paramount threatened to leave California if the lawsuit by California’s attorney general was not dropped.
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Hong Kong police arrested an independent journalist, Tang Ho-wing, on suspicion of spreading false information to incite hatred against the government and police. The arrest is linked to an August 31 event marking the anniversary of a 2019 clash between protesters and police, which authorities say involved false claims about deaths.
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Tang Ho-wing is the founder of Boom News, an independent online news outlet in Hong Kong.
He was arrested on suspicion of incitement by spreading false information.
The arrest is connected to coverage of the 7th anniversary of a 2019 Prince Edward station clash between protesters and police.
Boom News posted a video with a woman describing alleged deaths during the 2019 event, which authorities say are baseless.
Hong Kong’s government has increased restrictions on journalists under Beijing’s 2020 national security law and a 2024 local law.
Police also arrested another person, identified as activist Lee Ying-chi, on similar charges.
The arrests relate to a gathering on August 31 where people carried flowers and chanted slogans banned by the government.
Some previously arrested people in the same case were released on bail.
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Lara Trump, daughter-in-law of President Donald Trump, said in an interview that the war with Iran might cause the Republican Party to lose control of Congress in the midterm elections. She emphasized that preventing Iran from getting a nuclear weapon is more important than winning the elections, despite the conflict causing higher gas and grocery prices that worry voters.
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Lara Trump said losing both the House and Senate could be acceptable if it stops Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.
She suggested Iran is delaying a deal until after the U.S. midterms to gain an advantage.
Lara Trump noted that President Trump’s legacy could be affected by the outcome of the Iran war.
Public opinion polls show that a majority of Americans oppose the war with Iran and want a quick end to the conflict.
Support for the war among Republicans has dropped from 68% in April to 53% in September.
The war and rising prices for gas and groceries may influence voters to favor Democrats in key races.
Some Republican lawmakers have expressed concerns about the impact of the war on elections.
The White House did not comment on Lara Trump’s statements when asked.
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President Donald Trump responded to leaked audio of Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton saying the GOP convention hurt poll numbers by saying he had not heard the comments and praised the event. Paxton denied the negative interpretation and pointed to a poll showing him ahead. The situation highlights tensions in Texas Republican politics as Paxton faces a tough election against Democrat James Talarico.
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Ken Paxton, Texas Republican Senate candidate and ally of President Trump, was recorded saying the GOP convention caused poll numbers to drop.
President Trump said he did not know about Paxton’s comments and called the convention "amazing."
The audio was leaked to The New York Times but not independently verified by CBS News.
Paxton’s spokesperson said the audio was manipulated and cited an internal poll where Paxton leads by three points.
President Trump endorsed Paxton late in the primary, helping him defeat Senator John Cornyn in a runoff.
Paxton faces Democrat James Talarico in a challenging general election in Texas, a state with no statewide Democrat winner since 1994.
Recent polls show Paxton trailing Talarico, and Democrats are hopeful due to Trump's low popularity and Paxton’s controversial history.
Senator Cornyn expressed concern about the race and noted the tough election environment for Republicans this year.
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With five weeks left until the election, Democrats are hopeful about gaining control of the House and possibly the Senate. They are campaigning actively in areas usually held by Republicans, but some weaknesses in their approach could affect their success.
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Democrats are enthusiastic and confident about the upcoming election.
They are targeting Republican areas such as Texas, Florida, Kansas, and Mississippi.
Many Democratic leaders expect to win the House majority.
Gaining the Senate majority is seen as possible but was unlikely a year ago.
Some problems within the Democratic campaign might reduce their chances.
President Donald Trump's current low popularity is a challenge for Republicans.
The expected "blue wave" refers to a big win for Democrats.
New Hampshire is mentioned as an example showing why the Democratic wave may not happen.
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A Russian attack drone crashed into a children's playground in Kyiv, Ukraine, but it did not explode. Experts safely took away the drone debris, and residents felt relieved after the incident.
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A Russian drone crashed in a children's playground in Kyiv during the day.
The drone did not explode upon crashing.
The crash happened inside a residential courtyard.
Bomb disposal experts removed the drone safely.
Kyiv residents expressed relief after the safe removal.
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Heavy rains and landslides in Nepal have killed around 30 people and damaged many homes, roads, and bridges. Hundreds of hikers on the popular Annapurna Circuit were evacuated by helicopter as landslides and flooding made travel dangerous.
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About 30 people have died due to recent landslides and heavy rain in Nepal.
Over 1,900 families are affected, with more than 240 homes damaged.
Roads, bridges, and buildings have been washed away or hit by landslides.
Hundreds of trekkers on the Annapurna Circuit had to stop their hikes early and be rescued by helicopter.
Some trekkers and guides faced dangerous paths, crossing numerous landslides and risked their safety.
A large landslide partially blocked a river near Chame village, causing flooding and damage to houses and a bridge.
Local authorities are trying to manage the water blockage but face challenges.
Many residents have lost their homes and are living in emergency tents amid ongoing bad weather.
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President Donald Trump highlighted Senator Dan Sullivan of Alaska while announcing a $54 billion investment in a project to export natural gas from Alaska. This project is included in a larger $200 billion investment from South Korea aimed at multiple U.S. energy projects.
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President Trump announced a $54 billion investment to export natural gas from Alaska.
The investment is part of a total $200 billion from South Korea to the United States.
The projects include liquefied natural gas (LNG) development.
The investment also covers the construction of eight nuclear power plants.
Senator Dan Sullivan of Alaska was a central figure during the announcement.
The energy projects aim to strengthen U.S. energy production and exports.
South Korea is the country providing the large-scale investment.
The announcement took place on a Wednesday during a public event.
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