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$40K-a-year school has no teachers, only AI shaping lessons

Fourth and fifth graders at Alpha School in Austin, Texas, aren't just learning — they're pioneering education's new frontier.

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The Peanuts comic strip celebrates its 75th anniversary

When it debuted 75 years ago, the Peanuts comic strip appeared in just seven newspapers. But the characters would soon become as famous as any Hollywood star.

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Jane Goodall's legacy

Jane Goodall's work broke down the wall between man and nature. Her legacy will live longer than she could have ever imagined when she first walked into the forest.

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U.S. government takes stake in lithium mining company in Nevada

The U.S. government is taking stake in yet another company, and this time it's a mining company. Lithium Americas is currently developing one of the world's largest lithium mines in northern Nevada.

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Two killed in U.K. terror attack outside synagogue on Yom Kippur

Two Jewish men were killed and three other men were seriously injured in a terror attack outside a synagogue in the northern English city of Manchester, authorities said.

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Trump declares U.S. in 'armed conflict' with drug cartels

President Trump has declared the U.S. is in an "armed conflict" with drug cartels as the White House calls drug runners "unlawful combatants."

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Trump use of AI-generated videos raising concerns

President Trump is causing some controversy after posting multiple AI-generated videos this week. Dylan Losey, assistant professor of mechanical engineering at Virginia Tech, joined CBS News to discuss.

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Eisenhower library head resigns

The head of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Presidential Library has resigned after sources say he resisted a request from the Trump administration to give a sword from the library's collection to King Charles.

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Renowned conservationist Jane Goodall dies at 91

Renowned conservationist Jane Goodall, who pioneered studies of chimpanzees, died Wednesday at 91. CBS News' Seth Doane looks back at her life and legacy.

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Two killed in attack near synagogue in England

Two people were killed in what appears to be a vehicle and stabbing attack outside a synagogue in Manchester, England. CBS News' Holly Williams has the latest.

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Israel continues Gaza offensive as Hamas weighs U.S. peace deal

The Israeli military is pressing on with its offensive in Gaza, launching strikes across the territory, as Hamas weighs up its response to the U.S. peace proposal. Debora Patta reports.

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Jane Goodall, renowned conservationist, dies at 91

Jane Goodall, the renowned conservationist who shaped the world's knowledge of chimpanzees, has died at the age of 91, the institute she founded announced Wednesday (October 1).

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"Trump 2028" hats seen during Trump meeting with lawmakers

President Donald Trump has posted pictures that show "Trump 2028" hats in the Oval Office during his meeting earlier this week with congressional leaders. CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand reports.

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Dozens killed after 6.9-magnitude earthquake shakes Philippines

At least 69 people were killed after a 6.9-magnitude earthquake shook the coastal city of Bogo and outlying rural towns in Cebu province in the Philippines, officials said. CBS News foreign correspondent Anna Coren has the latest details.

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U.S. government shuts down after lawmakers fail to reach funding deal

U.S. President Donald Trump and lawmakers failed to reach a funding deal, causing the government to shut down Wednesday. Tens of thousands of federal workers will be told to stay home – furloughed without pay.

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Hurricane Imelda impacts on U.S. East Coast

Hurricane Imelda is impacting parts of the East Coast of the U.S. Its waves reached up to 15 feet, taking down five houses in less than an hour on Tuesday. No one was in them, and no injuries were reported.

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Colbert, Kimmel appear as guests on each other's shows

Late-night hosts Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel were guests on each other's shows. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti reports on how the late-night rivals came together.

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World awaits Hamas' response to Trump's proposed peace plan

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his support for President Donald Trump's proposed peace plan that would end the war in Gaza, but Hamas has yet to respond.

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OpenAI releases video generation app Sora 2

OpenAI has released a new app called Sora 2, which allows people to create and share hyper-realistic, AI-generated videos. Zoe Schiffer, director of business and industry for Wired Magazine, joins CBS News to discuss.

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Hamas leaning toward accepting peace plan, sources say

Hamas and other Palestinian factions are leaning toward accepting President Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza, and they will present the group's response to Egyptian and Qatari mediators on Wednesday.

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AI-generated actor making waves and getting pushback in Hollywood

An artificial intelligence generated actress named Tilly Norwood was unveiled over the weekend and is drawing buzz and pushback from Hollywood.

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"Doctored stones" scandal shocks world rock-skipping competition

In the NFL, it was deflated footballs. The MLB had corked bats. And now, Dave Malkoff reports on the latest sports scandal: altered stones.

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What to know about breast cancer risk and early screening

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month begins, CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains why early detection is critical and why more women under 50 are being diagnosed.

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Bad Bunny to headline Super Bowl 2026 halftime show

Some have expressed excitement after Bad Bunny was announced as the Super Bowl halftime performer, while others have criticized the pick. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.

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Controversy over AI-generated actress, Tilly Norwood

Hollywood stars are raising concerns over an AI-generated actress known as Tilly Norwood. She was created by Eline Van der Velden, an actor who founded the world's first AI talent studio. Van der Velden said she's spoken with several tal...

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Trump urges Hamas to accept his plan to end Gaza war

U.S. President Donald Trump is urging Hamas to accept his proposed plan that would end the war in Gaza after Israel appeared to accept the terms on Monday at the White House.

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Cubans seen apparently fighting for Russia in Ukraine

In its push to hold captured territory in Ukraine, Russia has turned to countries like North Korea for added manpower. Now, it appears additional support is also coming from Cuban mercenaries.

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Trump, Netanyahu announce plan to end Gaza conflict

U.S. President Donald Trump outlined a 20-point plan for peace in Gaza as he stood with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. Hamas has yet to comment on the plan.

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Trump meeting with Netanyahu at White House

U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are set to meet at the White House on Monday over the ongoing war in Gaza. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has the latest details.

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FBI investigating deadly church attack as 'act of targeted violence'

The FBI said it was investigating the deadly church attack in Grand Blanc, Michigan, on Sunday as "an act of targeted violence," after a man rammed his car into the church and opened fire during Sunday worship service.

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