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London Zoo has its annual weigh-in for about 10,000 animals

About 10,000 animals are being measured and weighed at the London Zoo's annual weigh-in. The records are shared with zoos and conservationists around the world.

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High school football team breaks losing streak in wake of tragedy

For nearly four, long, challenging -- even traumatic years -- the Apalachee Wildcats had been dreaming of breaking their yearslong losing streak. This weekend, it finally happened. Skyler Henry reports.

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WWII veteran fulfills vow to conduct band on 100th birthday

Decades ago, a WWII veteran signed a contract to conduct a band on his 100th birthday. Last month, he fulfilled it.

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The Strangers Project shares powerful stories through pen and paper

Brandon Doman, founder of The Strangers Project, joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his exhibit featuring handwritten stories from people around the world.

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Capybara cafe helps animal sanctuary with unique experience

Capybaras are cute, laid back and the world's largest rodent. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez has more on how they're helping other wildlife at a Florida animal sanctuary.

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Nonprofit working to train people for available manufacturing jobs

An Ohio-based nonprofit is working to educate and engage people on the available careers in manufacturing. In part, to help fill the more than 400,000 open jobs in that sector. Ian Lee reports.

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2-year-old hairless French bulldog mix wins ugliest dog contest

Petunia, a 2-year-old hairless French bulldog mix, is the winner of Friday night's ugliest dog contest in Santa Rosa, California. Petunia and her owner walked away with $5,000.

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Egyptian wrestler pulls 20 cars in bid for world record

Ashraf Mahrous pulled 20 cars on Friday during an attempt to create a new Guinness world record of most cars pulled by an individual

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Hundreds become U.S. citizens in ceremony at Wrigley Field

Nearly 1,000 people were sworn in as U.S. citizens in a naturalization ceremony at Chicago's Wrigley Field this week. Suzanne Le Mignot has the story.

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Meet the Texas boy playing music for shelter animals

Yuvi Agarwal began playing piano at four years old, and recognized early on how impactful music could be for animals. Now, the Texas boy helms "Wild Tunes," where he plays music for shelter animals.

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National Sunflower Day: celebrate weather’s favorite flower

It’s probably pretty obvious why meteorologists love sunflowers, sun is right there in the name! But there are many more reasons to love these fascinating plants, from their history with baseball to their journey to outer space.

The Weather Channel

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Teen who helped co-workers on graduation night pursues his dream

A crowdfunding campaign has raised more than $200,000 for Mykale Baker, who jumped in to help his Burger King co-workers on his graduation night earlier this year.

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Redefining music: Shi Qichao uses household items as instruments

In a small studio in Dongying, Shandong Province, Shi Qichao is revolutionizing music by transforming everyday objects—from carrots to construction materials—into fully functional instruments.

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100-year-old Frenchman breaks skydive record with family

To celebrate his 100th birthday, Frenchman Lucien Marty marked the milestone with a tandem skydive—breaking the French record for the oldest person to do so.

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A nine-year-old boy's very special birthday wish

Last year, Grant Mullen, of Coeur d`Alene, Idaho, joined his father volunteering at a local recreation center for people with special needs. When asked what he'd like for his ninth birthday, Grant's reply made a big difference.

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Bighorn lambs spotted after disease threat that decimated Texas herds

Last fall, biologists captured dozens of bighorn sheep from the only disease-free herd left in Texas. Did it work?

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Climber reaches all 67 county high points in flat Florida

Steve Hartman went "On the Road" in search of the highest point in one of the flattest places under the sun.

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Bay Area man trades PhD for a life of service to the unhoused

Vincent Pannizzo was a UC Berkeley grad student when he felt called to help the unhoused. Now, through his nonprofit Mission for the Homeless, he delivers food, medical aid, and hope to more than 100 people across the Bay Area.

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Bracelet charms help keep memory of Camp Mystic victims alive

The James Avery Workshop in Kerrville, Texas, has been working with Camp Mystic for decades, providing bracelet charms for campers to take home as keepsakes.

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5-year-old piano prodigy from L.A. plays at Carnegie Hall

5-year-old Alec Van Khajadourian is the youngest person ever to perform at Carnegie Hall.

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The science behind why laughter might be good for your heart

Dr. Jon LaPook joins comedy legend Alan Zweibel to explore how laughter can reduce stress and support heart health.

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The Carousel of Happiness

While under fire during the height of the Vietnam War, Marine Corporal Scott Harrison got through those dark days thanks in no small part to a vision he had, of a carousel in a mountain meadow. Years later, he bought a broken-down carous...

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Artist creates massive designs, visible only until the tide rolls in

In a world obsessed with likes and legacy, a new wave of artists is embracing the opposite: impermanence. CBS News' Itay Hod shows that sometimes beauty is meant to disappear with artist Andres Amador.

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One of the first EMTs in San Diego retires after 58 years of service

Gordon Anderson has seen a lot and saved many lives over the last 58 years as one of the first EMTs in San Diego. Now, he's calling it a career.

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How a Marine veteran turned to a carousel to conquer his demons

When retired Marine Cpl. Scott Harrison was stationed at U.S. Marine outpost Con Thien during the Vietnam War at the age of just 19, it was a music box sent by his sister that brought him hope during his darkest hours. Years later, Harri...

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Watch storm chaser’s tornado engagement

As an EF2 tornado twirled across the South Dakota plains, two storm chasers took their love to new heights — with rain in their hair, Crocs on their feet and pure joy on their faces as their engagement unfolded on livestream.

The Weather Channel

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Canadian kindness breaks the internet

A viral ad campaign from the Eastern Townships Tourism Association has a message for American travelers hoping to come to Canada.

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How two storm chasers found forever in the path of a tornado

As an EF2 tornado twirled across the South Dakota plains, two storm chasers took their love to new heights — with rain in their hair, Crocs on their feet and pure joy on their faces as their engagement unfolded on livestream.

The Weather Channel

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Tijuana sets record for the world’s largest margarita

Tijuana, Mexico, sets a new Guinness World Record for the largest margarita at a massive 34,419 liters. This record-breaking event was part of Tijuana’s 136th-anniversary celebrations.

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Street artist helps family who lost everything in L.A. wildfire

Los Angeles street artist Retna, born Marquis Lewis, found his own way to help a family who lost their home in the Palisades wildfires.