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The "smiling" quokkas winning over the world

Just off Australia's west coast, lies Rottnest Island -- home to unspoiled wilderness, pristine beaches and the quokka. Holly Williams reports.

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How this foster program has saved thousands of lives

Since being named the 2024 CNN Hero of the Year, Stephen Knight and his nonprofit have expanded their work fostering pets while their owners focus on addiction recovery. And his life-saving mission has spread from Texas to the rest of th...

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Texas flood survivors escape rising waters inside home at night

A Texas family who survived the devastating and deadly floods describe waking up in the middle of the night to rising waters inside their home. They told CBS Evening News co-anchor Maurice DuBois how they escaped.

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Paris opens Seine to swimmers for the first time in a century

Swimmers in Paris are now able to take a dip in the Seine for the first time in more than 100 years. The new swimming spots are part of a legacy project linked to the 2024 Olympics, after more than a billion dollars was invested to clean...

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100 people become naturalised U.S. citizens on July 4

Over the years, a citizenship ceremony has become part of U.S. Independence Day traditions at Mount Vernon, in the state of Virginia. 100 people from different nations have this year pledged allegiance to the U.S. flag.

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Group meets to handwrite the U.S. Constitution

With Americans almost evenly divided along party lines, Bradley Blackburn has found a nonpartisan group focusing on the fundamentals of what binds us.

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WWII veterans start new friendships during July 4th celebration

Three World War II veterans turned a simple museum cookout in Northern California into something they will never forget. CBS News Bay Area's Rick Villaroman shows why their stories made the 4th of July celebration a lot more meaningful.

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Filipino retiree turns home into free library

A retired accountant in Manila builds a lending library at home, inspiring children to read and fostering a love of books.

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Dad jumps off Disney cruise to rescue child who fell overboard

More details are coming out about a father who jumped into the ocean to save a child who fell overboard while on a Disney cruise.

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Wildlife carers use bear costumes to help orphaned bear cub

Imagine trying to care for an orphaned bear cub – where to even start? Danya Bacchus explains how Southern California wildlife caregivers came up with the "bear necessities" using bear costumes.

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Texas barber goes above and beyond for special needs clients

While getting a haircut is typically a relaxing weekend activity, it can be an anxiety-inducing experience for those who struggle with sensory issues. One Texas salon is working to make haircuts a positive experience for all.

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California premie baby leaves NICU after 8 months

A baby born at less than a pound in a California hospital has finally been released home after an eight-month fight.

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Man who followed in the footsteps of officer who rescued him has life update

It's been over a year since Steve Hartman went "On the Road" to tell the story of a retired police officer who reunited with the man he saved as a baby. The two remain close, and that rescued baby is now a father himself.

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Detective gets surprise visit from teen he saved 15 years ago

In 2010, Detective Sgt. Jeff Sheaman helped rescue a stranded family during a freezing storm in Wyoming – and his quick thinking kept their toddler alive. Fifteen years later, that child found a special way to reunite and thank the man w...

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The dog that won over Steve Hartman's heart

Correspondent Steve Hartman admits that he wasn't eager to become a dog dad, when his wife brought home an Australian Labradoodle. But it wasn't long before Hartman discovered a new role for himself: dog's best friend.

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Medellin's inclusive orchestra transforms perceptions of disability through music

An innovative initiative at Medellín’s Philharmonic Orchestra is breaking barriers in Colombia. The program brings young adults with Down syndrome, severe autism, and other cognitive disabilities into the spotlight, proving that talent k...

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How a toddler's walk into the darkness inspired his family

A little boy walked into the darkness to get help for his great-grandmother. His mantra that night is now inspiring his family. Steve Hartman has the story "On the Road."

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Cats can sniff out owners, study finds

Cats use scent to tell their owners apart from strangers. But a cat's disposition also plays a part, according to a Japanese study.

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Internet-famous eagle chicks are on the brink of first flight

High atop a pine tree in California's Big Bear Valley, Sunny and Gizmo are on the brink of taking their first flight. A conservation group's live webcam brought their parents and the chicks to fame. Andres Gutierrez has more.

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How golf is helping shark attack survivor Lulu Gribbin

Shark attack survivor Lulu Gribbin is using golf to be herself again. The 16-year-old is also making a difference off the course by helping lawmakers create an alert system to make the waters safer.

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Multilingual influencer goes viral

At only 27-years-old, Yuji Beleza can strike up a conversation with nearly anyone he meets, regardless of what language they speak. This Japanese-Irish influencer is a polyglot, collecting skills in Turkish, Swahili, Kazakh, Zulu and doz...

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Escaped mini pony finds new family with officer who rescued her

After breaking loose from her rescue farm on April Fools’ Day, a Pennsylvania pony ended up running into the arms of a police officer – and a new family.

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Pigeon rescue crew find peace in tending London's flocks

Amidst the chaos of modern life, Jennie Brennan and Jacob Peter have found solace in an unexpected activity: rescuing and nursing injured pigeons back to health.

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New Jersey man conquers fears by going open water shark diving

Inspired by the "CBS Mornings" Never Too Late series, 60-year-old Kevin Dent from Woodbridge, New Jersey, conquered his lifelong fear by going open water shark diving without a cage. Kevin's story highlights how it's never too late to ch...

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Colombian farmer builds desert museum against all odds

In Colombia’s Tatacoa Desert, Farmer-turned-fossil hunter Cesar Perdomo has built a fossil museum with over 5,000 Miocene-era finds. Self-taught and driven by passion, he preserves ancient creatures like glyptodons and terror birds.

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Moving a Michigan bookstore by human chain

In Chelsea, Michigan, the local bookstore has quite a story of its own -- a story that began when Michelle Tuplin, owner of Serendipity Books, decided to relocate her business to larger space. Steve Hartman has more.

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Bookstore’s treasures include $45,000 rare novel

CNN’s Erin Burnett takes her kids to visit the iconic Strand bookstore in New York, where even the books have film and TV credits. The store is so massive, its 3rd generation owner Nancy Wyden still discovers hidden treasures there.

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Hundreds line up to help local bookstore move down the street

Over 300 people in Chelsea, Michigan, helped a bookstore move a block down the road. Residents lined the street to pass over 9,000 books.

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Here’s why laughter is good for your health

Laughing at jokes and pranks may lead to a longer, healthier and more connected life. CNN’s Jacqueline Howard speaks to comedian Roy Wood Jr. and a psychologist about why laughter is important.

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Cherry blossoms draw crowds in Tokyo, Washington

Cherry blossoms have reached their peak. In parts of Tokyo and Washington D.C., the northern hemisphere welcomes the return of spring.

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