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The FBI recently searched the home of a former CIA official and found a large amount of gold bars, cash, and luxury watches worth tens of millions of dollars. This discovery is part of an ongoing investigation involving the former official.
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The FBI conducted a raid earlier this month.
They found millions of dollars in gold bars.
Cash was also discovered at the home.
Luxury watches were among the items seized.
The person involved is a former CIA official.
The exact reasons for the investigation have not been fully disclosed.
This case is currently under investigation by federal authorities.
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The 2024 Scripps National Spelling Bee has finalists using different study strategies. Some, like 14-year-old Shrey Parikh, focus on learning language roots and patterns with coaches, while others, like 12-year-old Sarv Dharavane, rely on memorizing words from the dictionary without outside help.
Key Facts
Shrey Parikh, from California, finished third in the 2024 National Spelling Bee and studies with three coaches using word lists and language roots.
Nine spellers advanced through the semifinals to compete in the finals.
Sarv Dharavane, a 12-year-old from Georgia, has no coach and only uses Merriam-Webster's Unabridged dictionary to study.
There is a debate between whether mastering language patterns or memorizing words is better for spelling bees.
Former champions like Dev Shah recommend understanding roots and patterns to guess unfamiliar words.
Some spelling bee champions are known for their strong memory and ability to recall words and definitions quickly.
Combining both memorization and language mastery is seen as the best approach by experts.
The finalists will compete in the final round on Thursday night.
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Jill Biden said that President Joe Biden was slowing down and getting older during his run for reelection. She made these remarks while speaking on CBS Sunday Morning.
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Jill Biden talked about President Joe Biden’s health and activity levels.
She said he was "slowing down" and aging as he campaigned for another term.
The comments were made in an interview on CBS Sunday Morning.
Jill Biden is the current First Lady of the United States.
President Joe Biden is running for reelection in 2024.
The news report was shared by CBS News and involved correspondent Nancy Cordes.
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The White House created a space-themed website that highlights arrests of people living in the U.S. without permission. The site uses a style similar to the opening of Star Wars movies to present information about immigration enforcement.
Key Facts
The website was launched by the White House on a Thursday.
It features a space-themed design inspired by Star Wars.
The purpose is to share information about arrests of unauthorized immigrants.
The site seems to mock the idea that the U.S. hides information about alien encounters.
It focuses on immigration enforcement actions.
The website aims to bring attention to unauthorized immigration issues.
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Crews have recovered six of nine workers who went missing after a chemical tank broke at a paper mill in Longview, Washington. A total of 11 people are presumed dead, and the cause of the accident is still under investigation.
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The accident happened at Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co., a paper mill in Longview, Washington.
A chemical tank ruptured, spilling over 500,000 gallons of a harmful chemical used in paper making.
Eleven workers are presumed dead; six bodies have been recovered, and three workers remain missing.
Eight people were injured, including a firefighter, with some suffering burns and breathing problems.
Recovery efforts are slow due to dangerous chemicals still present at the site.
The spilled chemicals have not contaminated the air or drinking water around Longview, but some reached the Columbia River.
The Nippon Paper Group, the plant’s parent company, expressed condolences to the families.
Many local families have a long history working in paper and lumber industries linked to the mill.
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A gas leak caused an explosion and a large fire at an apartment complex in Dallas on May 28, 2026. Several people died, and others remain missing as firefighters continue searching through the debris.
Key Facts
The explosion and fire happened after a gas leak was reported at the apartment complex.
Firefighters responded quickly, and the fire was upgraded to a five-alarm blaze, indicating a very serious fire.
The fire has been contained, but some residents are still unaccounted for.
Four people were taken to the hospital; their conditions have not been reported.
A construction crew accidentally damaged a natural gas pipeline near the complex, causing the gas leak.
Atmos Energy, the gas company, is working with emergency crews and has shut off gas service in the area.
Neighbors heard a loud explosion and felt the ground shake during the blast.
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson called for prayers for those affected and the city following the incident.
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The 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee finals started with 247 children ages nine to 15 competing to win a $52,000 prize. The contest will end on Thursday evening with nine finalists spelling difficult English words in front of an audience.
Key Facts
The spelling bee is an annual event held in the United States.
The 2026 competition is the 101st edition of the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
247 children are competing this year, all between 9 and 15 years old.
The finals will conclude with nine top spellers competing on Thursday evening.
The winner will receive The Scripps Cup and $52,000 in cash.
The finals are watched by parents, teachers, friends, and TV viewers.
A quiz is available to test your spelling skills with some of the bee words.
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Senator Susan Collins responded to criticism from her Democratic opponent, Graham Platner, who said she voted to send him to the Iraq War. Collins pointed out that Platner was not drafted into the military and defended her voting record on military actions.
Key Facts
Senator Susan Collins represents Maine as a Republican.
Collins faced criticism from Graham Platner, her Democratic challenger in the Senate race.
Platner is a Marine veteran and works as an oyster farmer.
Platner told The New York Times that Collins voted to send him to the Iraq War.
Collins replied by saying Platner was not drafted into the military service.
The exchange highlights debates over military intervention and voting records in a Senate race.
The Iraq War is a key part of the discussion between the candidates.
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Michigan Democrats held a heated debate during their primary race for the U.S. Senate. Progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed challenged his opponents as party members debated their future direction in an important state.
Key Facts
The debate took place on Mackinac Island, Michigan.
Michigan Democrats are competing in a primary for a U.S. Senate seat.
Abdul El-Sayed is a progressive candidate who was assertive during the debate.
The debate was tense and showed divisions within the Democratic Party.
Michigan’s primary election is scheduled for August 4.
There are three main candidates vying for the Senate nomination.
Michigan is seen as a key battleground state that Democrats want to win.
The Democratic Party is trying to rebuild after losses in the 2024 elections.
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Protests have erupted outside the Delaney Hall immigrant detention center in New Jersey, where detainees are reportedly staging a hunger strike. Local officials and lawmakers have raised concerns about poor conditions and denied inspections, while the Trump administration has arrested some protesters and faces criticism for lack of transparency.
Key Facts
Delaney Hall is an immigrant detention center near Newark, New Jersey, reopened in February 2025.
The center is part of President Donald Trump’s plan to deport thousands of immigrants during his second term.
Local officials say the facility was repurposed without proper approvals.
Detainees at Delaney Hall have reportedly begun a hunger strike to protest conditions.
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill was denied full access for an inspection of the facility.
Several protests have led to clashes; six demonstrators were arrested for allegedly assaulting federal agents.
Some Democratic lawmakers visited the center and described poor conditions, including moldy food and lack of medical care.
About 50 immigrants have died in detention nationwide during President Trump’s second term, the highest in 20 years.
Delaney Hall is operated by the private company GEO Group under a contract with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
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The U.S. Justice Department is investigating a nonprofit organization connected to E. Jean Carroll, who accused President Donald Trump of sexual abuse and won two lawsuits against him. The investigation is looking into how the nonprofit funded Carroll’s legal cases.
Key Facts
The Justice Department has opened a criminal investigation.
The focus is on a nonprofit linked to E. Jean Carroll.
Carroll accused President Trump of sexual abuse.
Carroll won two lawsuits against President Trump.
The investigation concerns funding for Carroll’s legal actions.
Sources provided this information to CBS News.
CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman reported on this developing story.
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A large fire destroyed a two-story apartment building in Dallas on May 28, 2026. The fire caused several deaths, injured at least four people, and firefighters are still searching the rubble for missing residents.
Key Facts
The fire happened at a two-story apartment building near downtown Dallas.
Firefighters responded to a gas leak call when an explosion occurred.
The fire caused multiple fatalities and injured at least four people.
The building was heavily damaged, leaving only a blackened shell.
Fire crews shifted from rescue to recovery efforts after the explosion.
A family reunification center was opened at a nearby high school.
Nearby residents reported hearing the explosion and seeing thick smoke.
Officials said no city maintenance work was happening at the site during the explosion.
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A new poll shows Secretary of State Marco Rubio gaining support among Republicans who might run in the 2028 presidential primary, while Vice President JD Vance's support has dropped. The poll also shows other potential candidates like Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley with lower numbers, and no official candidate announcements yet.
Key Facts
Marco Rubio's support rose from 20% in February to 34.6% in the latest poll.
JD Vance's support fell from 52% in February to 35.5% now.
Ron DeSantis has 5.4% support, and Nikki Haley has 4.6% in the recent poll.
The poll surveyed 432 likely Republican primary voters in late May.
Rubio is favored by older Republicans over 50, while Vance is more popular with younger voters under 50.
No candidate has officially announced their run for president in 2028.
President Donald Trump referred to Rubio and Vance as a "dream team."
Experts say Trump's endorsement is very influential for Republican candidates.
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Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old from California, won the Scripps National Spelling Bee. He defeated Ishaan Gupta in a fast-paced tiebreaker round to claim the victory.
Key Facts
Shrey Parikh is 14 years old.
He is from California.
The competition was the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
Shrey won by beating Ishaan Gupta.
The win happened during a special tiebreaker round called a lightning round.
The spelling bee involves spelling difficult words correctly.
The tiebreaker is used when contestants are tied after regular rounds.
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The Treasury Department is preparing to introduce a new $250 bill that will feature President Donald Trump's image. Meanwhile, a judge appointed by President Trump declined to stop an executive order he issued that restricts mail-in voting. Also, the Justice Department has started an investigation related to E. Jean Carroll, who won civil lawsuits against President Trump.
Key Facts
The Treasury Department is working on creating a $250 bill with President Trump's picture.
A judge appointed by President Trump refused to block his order that limits mail-in voting.
President Trump issued an executive order affecting how mail-in ballots can be used.
The Justice Department has opened an investigation connected to E. Jean Carroll.
E. Jean Carroll previously won civil cases accusing President Trump of sexual abuse and defamation.
These news items were reported together as part of a recent news summary.
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The Trump administration has proposed a new rule that would require federal employees to sign non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). NDAs are contracts that prevent employees from sharing certain information.
Key Facts
The rule would apply to federal government workers.
Employees would need to sign NDAs as a condition of their employment.
NDAs are legal agreements that limit what workers can talk about outside the workplace.
The proposal aims to protect sensitive government information.
Critics may worry that NDAs could limit whistleblowing or transparency.
The rule is still in the proposal stage and may change before final approval.
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President Trump’s trust recently bought and sold individual stocks while he was in office. This kind of trading by a sitting president is unusual and has raised questions about possible conflicts between his financial interests and his official duties.
Key Facts
President Trump disclosed that his trust traded individual stocks during his presidency.
This is an uncommon practice for a modern U.S. president.
The stock trades have led to concerns about potential conflicts of interest.
People worry that President Trump’s public statements might affect the value of the stocks he owns.
The issue is currently being reported on by the White House press corps.
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A new book called "An Inconvenient Widow" by Lois Romano explores how Mary Todd Lincoln influenced her husband, President Abraham Lincoln. The book also discusses what happened to her after President Lincoln was assassinated.
Key Facts
The biography is titled "An Inconvenient Widow."
Author Lois Romano is an experienced journalist.
The book focuses on Mary Todd Lincoln's role in helping Abraham Lincoln become president.
It examines the challenges Mary Todd Lincoln faced after her husband's death.
The author aims to clear up wrong ideas about Mary Todd Lincoln.
The story highlights both Mary Todd Lincoln's influence and the difficulties she endured.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom has publicly supported Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass for her second term. This endorsement comes as the mayoral primary election results show a tight race.
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Governor Gavin Newsom endorsed Mayor Karen Bass for reelection.
Karen Bass is the current mayor of Los Angeles.
The endorsement aims to help Bass in a close primary election.
Polls indicate the mayoral race is competitive.
The news was covered by CBS News with input from journalists Tia Mitchell and Dave Levinthal.
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