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Nature: Scrub-jays in Florida

July 19, 2026 • World • CBS News

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The article shows scrub-jays, a type of bird, living in Rockledge, Florida. It features video footage captured by Doug Jensen.

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The focus is on scrub-jays, a bird species.
The location is Rockledge, Florida.
The content includes video taken by Doug Jensen.
The video is available through CBS News.
The feature is part of CBS News Nature segment.

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Full interview: Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan

July 19, 2026 • Business • CBS News

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Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan gave a full interview that was recorded on July 16, 2026, and part of it was shown on July 19, 2026. The interview was conducted by Margaret Brennan and is available to watch on CBS News.

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Brian Moynihan is the CEO of Bank of America.
The full interview was recorded on July 16, 2026.
A part of the interview aired on July 19, 2026.
Margaret Brennan conducted the interview.
The interview can be viewed on CBS News and through their app.

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Transcript: Border czar Tom Homan on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 19, 2026

July 19, 2026 • Us • CBS News

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Tom Homan, the Trump administration’s border czar, discussed recent violent incidents involving immigrants during law enforcement stops. He said investigations must finish before assigning blame and emphasized that people should cooperate with officers, despite some public criticism of immigration enforcement.

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Two immigrants were shot within a week, one fatally in Maine and another in Houston.
A man fleeing agents in Florida was killed by a tractor trailer.
Investigations are ongoing about these incidents and body or city camera evidence will be reviewed.
Rep. Markwayne Mullin paused enforcement vehicle stops due to safety concerns.
Homan criticized rhetoric from some cities and Congress members that oppose ICE enforcement.
He acknowledged mistakes can happen in law enforcement, including misidentification during stops.
Homan said officers use emergency lights and sirens even if their cars are unmarked.
The debate includes whether people fleeing might not recognize ICE agents due to unmarked cars.

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Transcript: New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 19, 2026

July 19, 2026 • Us • CBS News

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul discussed her decision to pause new large data centers for a year to better manage their impact on local communities and the power grid. She said the state will take a stronger role in regulating these centers to protect residents and ensure companies fairly contribute to infrastructure costs.

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Governor Hochul signed an executive order to ban large data centers in New York for one year.
Data centers power artificial intelligence technology and consume significant electricity and water.
Initially, Hochul supported local control over data center approval but changed her mind after consulting local communities.
She believes the state can better negotiate conditions to protect communities and the power grid.
New York has over 30 pending applications for data centers, showing rapid growth.
Hochul mentioned the need to track water use and ensure companies help with grid costs.
She highlighted New York’s recruitment of large tech employers like Micron, which promises 50,000 jobs.
Hochul said New York wants to welcome AI innovation but must balance it with community and infrastructure needs.

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Transcript: Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 19, 2026

July 19, 2026 • Business • CBS News

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Brian Moynihan, CEO of Bank of America, discussed consumer spending and inflation trends in an interview on July 16, 2026. Despite concerns about higher gas and food prices, he said consumer spending has increased, wage growth is steady, and inflation is expected to remain higher through 2027 and 2028. He also expects the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates later this year to control inflation.

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Consumers are spending 5-6% more in June and early July 2026 compared to the previous year.
Middle- and higher-income households are increasing their spending faster than others.
Wage growth for all income groups is around 3-4%.
Gas prices have increased by 31% since the conflict with Iran began, affecting consumers and businesses.
Inflation is expected to stay high through 2027 and 2028 due to ongoing costs from energy and goods production.
The Federal Reserve is likely to raise interest rates toward the end of 2026 instead of cutting them as previously anticipated.
Higher rates aim to reduce inflation but will take time to have an effect.

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7/19: Face The Nation

July 19, 2026 • World • CBS News

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The CBS News show "Face the Nation" covered recent U.S. actions against Iran. Senator Mark Warner discussed developments in the Middle East, and experts Chris Krebs and David Becker talked about election security.

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The U.S. took military or strategic action targeting Iran.
Senator Mark Warner appeared on the show to talk about Middle East issues.
Chris Krebs and David Becker, who are CBS News contributors, spoke about how to keep elections safe.
The program aired on July 19.
"Face the Nation" is hosted by Margaret Brennan.
The discussion included current security concerns related to elections.
The coverage is part of CBS News programming.

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Kuwaiti power plant ablaze as Iran hits US Gulf allies

July 19, 2026 • World • Al Jazeera

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Iran has launched drone and missile attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain, hitting a power and water plant in Kuwait and targeting US military sites. The United States responded with airstrikes on Iranian locations, aiming to punish Iran’s forces and reduce threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global trade.

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Iran attacked Kuwait and Bahrain with drones and missiles, causing a fire at a power and water plant in Kuwait.
Both Kuwait and Bahrain host US military bases and have been targeted repeatedly during recent conflicts.
Iran said it attacked a US ammunition depot and air defense radars at a Kuwaiti airbase where US personnel are stationed.
Israel and Jordan intercepted an Iranian missile fired toward the Jordanian city of Aqaba.
The US conducted strikes on Iranian provinces and an under-construction nuclear plant, calling it a response to earlier Iranian attacks that killed two US soldiers.
Iran claimed to stop two ships in the Strait of Hormuz due to an unsafe route, increasing tensions over control of the waterway.
The US and Iran disagree over who controls the Strait of Hormuz, a vital passage for oil shipping.
Experts say Iran views this conflict as critical for its survival, while the US and its allies treat it more as a policy dispute.

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Who controls football in Palestine?

July 19, 2026 • World • Al Jazeera

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Football in Palestine is deeply connected to the political conflict with Israel. The sport represents struggles over land, identity, and who gets to speak for the Palestinian people.

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Football for Palestinians is more than a sport; it relates to their fight against Israeli occupation.
FIFA recognizes a team called "Palestine," but this team is run by a group linked to Zionist interests.
A football field in a West Bank village is at risk of being demolished.
Football has become a symbol in the larger conflict over control and representation in the region.
The story was reported by journalist Leila Warah for Al Jazeera.
The controversy shows how football is influenced by political and territorial issues.

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Sam Smith and the "gentle revolution" of "My Guy"

July 19, 2026 • Technology • CBS News

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Sam Smith, a famous gay British singer, released a new song called "My Guy" that openly talks about a same-sex relationship using simple words. This is rare in popular music because most love songs are written from a straight person's view or avoid clear LGBTQ references.

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Sam Smith is a well-known gay singer with millions of record sales.
Their new single, "My Guy," uses a masculine noun to describe a same-sex partner.
Most popular love songs are written from a straight perspective and do not clearly mention LGBTQ relationships.
Barry Walters, a writer who studies LGBTQ music history, notes this clear use of language as significant.
The song "My Guy" represents a gentle form of revolution in LGBTQ pop music.
Walters has a new book called "Mighty Real," which covers LGBTQ music history from 1969-2000.
Historically, LGBTQ artists like Little Richard and David Bowie challenged gender norms in different ways.
The article links Sam Smith’s song to a broader history of LGBTQ culture and music activism.

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Boxer Hannah Rapp struck and killed in Texas; driver arrested

July 19, 2026 • Us • CBS News

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Hannah Rapp, a 26-year-old boxer, was hit and killed by a vehicle in Brazos County, Texas. The driver, Charles Medina, was arrested and charged with manslaughter after hitting Rapp with his car.

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The incident happened around 10 a.m. on a Saturday near Navasota, Texas.
Deputies found Rapp on the road and she was taken to a hospital, where she later died.
Charles Medina, 31, stopped, reversed his vehicle, and hit Rapp.
Medina was arrested and charged with manslaughter.
Rapp was a rising professional boxer who fought for a featherweight championship in June 2026.
She had recently moved to Texas from Indiana in 2024 and balanced boxing with a job at Texas A&M.
The World Boxing Council and World Boxing Association expressed condolences following her death.
Brazos County is about 80 miles northwest of Houston.

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Sen. Warner says he won't vote to confirm Jay Clayton as DNI

July 19, 2026 • Us • ABC News

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Senator Mark Warner said he will not vote to confirm Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence because Clayton did not clearly say who won the 2020 presidential election during his Senate hearing. Despite this, Warner expects that Clayton will be confirmed since the Republican Party controls the Senate.

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Jay Clayton is President Donald Trump’s nominee for Director of National Intelligence (DNI).
Clayton is currently the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York.
During his Senate Intelligence Committee hearing, Clayton refused to directly say that President Joe Biden won the 2020 election, only that Biden was "certified" as the winner.
Senator Mark Warner, vice chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee, knows and respects Clayton but will not vote to confirm him.
Warner believes Clayton will still be confirmed because Republicans have a majority in the Senate.
The Director of National Intelligence oversees and coordinates intelligence activities across U.S. agencies.
The confirmation vote is expected to go ahead despite Democrat opposition.

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"Stuart Fails to Save the Universe": Comedy that breaks the rules (and the multiverse)

July 19, 2026 • Technology • CBS News

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A new HBO Max comedy series called "Stuart Fails to Save the Universe" is a spin-off from "The Big Bang Theory." It follows the character Stuart Bloom, a comic book store owner, as he becomes an unlikely hero trying to fix a universe that is falling apart.

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The show is a comedy series on HBO Max.
It is a spin-off of the popular TV show "The Big Bang Theory."
Kevin Sussman plays Stuart Bloom, the main character.
Stuart is a comic book store owner turned action hero.
The story focuses on Stuart trying to save a disintegrating universe.
The creators are Chuck Lorre, Bill Prady, and Zak Penn.
The series explores new and unusual storylines with familiar characters.
CBS News interviewed the cast and creators to discuss the show.

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22 States Hit With Extreme Heat Warnings—Stay Inside

July 19, 2026 • Us • Newsweek

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Extreme heat warnings are in effect across 22 U.S. states, with temperatures feeling as high as 112 degrees in some southern and Gulf Coast areas. The National Weather Service advises people to stay indoors and avoid sun exposure to stay safe during this hot weather.

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Heat advisories cover 22 states including Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
"Heat index" measures how hot it feels, factoring in humidity; it could reach up to 112 degrees in some areas.
Areas affected range from Alaska's Arctic Plains to southern and southeastern states.
The National Weather Service issues a Heat Advisory when dangerous heat conditions are expected.
Some places, like parts of Kansas, have an Extreme Heat Watch for later in the week.
The advisories include urban areas such as Denver, Boise, Little Rock, and Topeka.
Temperatures forecasted include highs between 95 and 112 degrees, depending on the location.
Advisories will remain in place through at least Monday night, with some lasting until Tuesday.

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US boxer Hannah Rapp dies after being struck by car while cycling in Texas

July 19, 2026 • Us • Guardian World

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Hannah Rapp, a 26-year-old American boxer, died after being hit by a car while biking in Texas. Charles Medina, a 31-year-old man, was arrested and charged with manslaughter in connection with the incident.

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Hannah Rapp was a professional boxer who fought for the World Boxing Council (WBC) women’s featherweight title in June.
She was cycling with another person when Charles Medina hit her with his car after reversing.
Rapp was taken to the hospital but was pronounced dead.
Medina was booked on a manslaughter charge, which means recklessly causing a person’s death under Texas law.
Medina had previous arrests for serious offenses, including reckless driving and assault.
Rapp had eight wins and one draw in her first nine professional boxing matches.
The WBC president and her opponent in the title fight paid tribute to her after her death.
Medina's bail amount was not set immediately, and he stayed in custody.

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Why is China protesting about the nationalisation of British Steel?

July 19, 2026 • Business • Al Jazeera

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The UK government nationalised British Steel, a steel plant owned by China’s Jingye Group, to keep the plant open and protect jobs and national interests. Jingye is demanding compensation, saying the UK broke investment rules and unfairly took over the company, while China warns it will protect the company’s rights.

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The UK took control of British Steel to stop the Chinese owner Jingye Group from closing its steel blast furnaces.
British Steel’s Scunthorpe plant is the last in the UK making steel from raw materials and employs about 2,700 people.
The UK government said nationalisation secures jobs and ensures steel supply for important projects like construction and defence.
Jingye Group claims the UK offered almost no compensation and demands full payment for its investment losses.
The UK has already spent over £377 million ($507 million) running British Steel and may spend over £600 million ($807 million) by June 2024.
China says the UK’s action harms Jingye’s legal rights, investor confidence, and violates a 1986 investment protection treaty.
China’s Ministry of Commerce and Foreign Affairs warned the UK to respect the investment agreement and protect investors’ rights.
Leadership changes in the UK were expected during these tensions, with Labour Party leader Andy Burnham set to become prime minister.

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After days of strikes, Energy Secretary Wright says 'mission' in Iran will continue

July 19, 2026 • World • ABC News

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Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the United States will continue its mission in Iran after eight days of U.S. strikes and the death of two American troops in an Iranian attack. The goal is to stop Iran from getting nuclear weapons and to reduce its ability to attack others.

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Eight days of U.S. strikes against Iran have taken place recently.
Two U.S. service members were killed, and one is missing after an Iranian attack in Jordan.
Energy Secretary Wright called the loss of U.S. lives "tragic" but said the mission will continue.
The mission aims to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons and limit its capacity to threaten other countries.
Since the conflict began in February, 16 U.S. troops have died and hundreds have been wounded.
A ceasefire reached in April broke down after a 60-day extension agreement in June failed.
Both the U.S. and Iran now consider the ceasefire agreement effectively ended.
The situation remains active, with ongoing strikes and attacks reported.

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Shania Twain on her "very long road" to getting it right

July 19, 2026 • World • CBS News

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Shania Twain, a famous country singer from Canada, talks about her difficult childhood singing in bars from a young age and the challenges she faced before becoming a star. She reflects on her journey in her new album "Little Miss Twain," which shares her life's story from childhood struggles to success.

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Shania Twain grew up poor in rural Ontario, Canada.
She began singing in bars at eight years old, often in smoky, adult environments.
Her mother supported her singing and took her to bars despite her young age.
Twain struggled with stage fright for many years.
She did not get a recording contract until her late 20s and her first Top 10 hit at age 30.
Her new album, "Little Miss Twain," tells the story of her life and career journey.
Twain’s parents died in a car crash when she was 22, after which she cared for her younger siblings.
She performed recently as a guest at Wembley Stadium in London with Harry Styles.

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Extended interview: Shania Twain

July 19, 2026 • World • CBS News

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Singer Shania Twain spoke in an interview while performing at Wembley Stadium in London. She discussed how making her new album, "Little Miss Twain," helped her express and release personal feelings.

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Shania Twain is a singer and songwriter.
The interview was recorded during her concert at Wembley Stadium in London.
She released a new album called "Little Miss Twain."
The album is autobiographical, meaning it tells stories from her own life.
Creating the album was a healing experience for her.
The interview was conducted by CBS News correspondent Seth Doane.
It is available as an extended web exclusive on CBS News platforms.

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Shania Twain on "Little Miss Twain"

July 19, 2026 • World • CBS News

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Shania Twain grew up poor in rural Ontario and sang country songs as a child in bars. Despite family problems, divorce, and losing her voice to Lyme disease, she became the best-selling female country artist ever. She talks about her life and new album, "Little Miss Twain," which reflects on her experiences.

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Shania Twain grew up in a poor family in rural Ontario, Canada.
She started singing country music in bars during her childhood.
Twain faced family hardships and went through a divorce.
She lost her singing voice due to Lyme disease.
She did not sign a record deal until she was in her late 20s.
Twain became the top-selling female country music artist of all time.
Her new album, "Little Miss Twain," is biographical and reflects on her life.
She discussed her story in an interview with CBS News correspondent Seth Doane.

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As Andy Burnham enters No 10, what of his ‘bezzie mate’ Steve Rotheram?

July 19, 2026 • World • Guardian World

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Andy Burnham has become the new UK prime minister, and his close friend Steve Rotheram, mayor of Liverpool city region, remains an influential figure in northern England. Although Rotheram has no official government role, his strong personal connection with Burnham could shape regional politics and devolution efforts.

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Andy Burnham was recently appointed UK prime minister.
Steve Rotheram is mayor of the Liverpool city region and known to be Burnham’s close friend.
Rotheram was previously an MP and worked as an aide to Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn.
Both men left parliamentary seats in 2017 to become metro mayors of Manchester and Liverpool.
Rotheram has joked about possible future titles but says he plans to stay in his mayoral role.
They share a long friendship dating back to 2008, including social activities and support for local football teams.
Their bond strengthened through campaigning for justice after the 1989 Hillsborough disaster.
Burnham’s recent speech highlighted a desire to give more power to local areas, continuing regional devolution.

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