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The best Bose deals on Amazon ahead of Amazon Prime Day
These Bose headphones and speakers, including the top-rated Bose QuietComfort earbuds, are on sale now on Amazon.
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There's no need to wait until July to get a great deal on Apple AirPods -- these earbuds are on sale now.
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Four people killed in mass shooting at Tulsa hospital; gunman also dead
The shooter died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said. One witness said, "I just really couldn't believe it was happening in my own neck of the woods."
Black Democratic Senate candidate wears noose in campaign video
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Elon Musk says remote work is "no longer acceptable"
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For now, Russia oil ban may hurt consumers more than Putin
Even those who cheer Europe's embargo on Russian energy predict short-term price shocks for nations and consumers.
Biden administration cancels $5.8 billion in student debt
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Elon Musk says remote work is "no longer acceptable"
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Yellen admits she was "wrong" about inflation in 2021
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Black Democratic Senate candidate wears noose in campaign video
Charles Booker is running a long-shot campaign to unseat incumbent GOP Sen. Rand Paul in November.
Biden administration cancels $5.8 billion in student debt
The move will erase debt for more than 560,000 borrowers.
Texas governor calls special legislative committee to address Uvalde shooting
When asked Friday if he would call a special legislative session, Abbott said "all options are on the table" and he said he believed ultimately that laws would be passed.
Sheryl Sandberg leaving Facebook parent company Meta
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New link between mental health and arthritis
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Biden says he learned of baby formula shortage in April
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Kids younger than 5 are one step closer to being eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine. Pfizer applied for emergency use authorization for kids 6 months to 5 years old -- the only age group vaccines are not yet approved for. Nikki Battiste reports.
Jif recall prompts Disney to pull peanut butter treats from menus
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7 things you might not know about Britain's Queen Elizabeth II
The longest-serving monarch in British history may have one of the most familiar faces on the planet, but she's still full of surprises.
U.S. and Germany announce weapons packages for Ukraine
As the new weapons shipments were announced, a Russian missile hit rail lines in the western Lviv region, a key conduit for supplies of Western weapons and other supplies, officials said.
World's largest plant discovered in Australia
The plant stretches 111.847 miles and is at least 4,500 years old.
After 100 days of war, two-thirds of children in Ukraine are displaced
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Elvis-themed weddings in Las Vegas could soon disappear
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K-pop supergroup BTS visits the White House
Korean pop supergroup BTS visited the White House on Tuesday to discuss ending anti-asian violence on the last day of Asian American and Pacific Islanders heritage month. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee celebrations: What to expect
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Sheryl Sandberg leaving Meta
Sheryl Sandberg is stepping down as the chief operating officer at Facebook's parent company, Meta. She has been with the social media company for 14 years and will continue to serve on the company's board.
Sheryl Sandberg leaving Facebook parent company Meta
Sandberg, the chief operating officer, has been Zuckerberg's number 2 for 14 years.
Boston Children's Hospital was targeted by Iran-linked hackers, FBI reveals
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Uvalde gunman's warning signs on social media
New details are emerging about possible warning signs in the weeks leading up to the May 24 shooting at the Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. The 18-year-old shooter reportedly had a history of harassing and threatening teenage girls online, particularly on the social media app Yubo. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson has more.
Supreme Court blocks Texas social media law
The Texas law, championed by conservatives, aimed to keep social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter from censoring users based on their viewpoints.
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Southern California imposes water restrictions
More than 6 million Californians are under new water restrictions as of June 1. The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California made an urgent call for a 35% reduction in water use, as nearly the entire state is under severe drought. CBS's Elaine Quijano spoke with Adel Hagekhalil, the water supplier's general manager, about how these new rules will affect people's lives.
Nevada's conservation plan amid drought
Millions of people in southern California are facing new water restrictions thanks to a megadrought crippling the Southwest. But southern Nevada has been conserving water for years. The area's latest move is to tear out all non-functional grass to save nearly 10 billion gallons of water. CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
Scientists to study planets deep in the Milky Way
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope could soon provide some answers about other planets in the far reaches of the Milky Way. Assistant astronomer at the Space Telescope Science Institute Néstor Espinoza speaks with CBS News anchor Lana Zak about the what scientists hope to learn from these other planets.
Chanting climate change activists disrupt Shell shareholders meeting
Some sang "We will, we will stop you!" to the tune of Queen's 1977 rock anthem "We will rock you." Some glued themselves to their seats.
U.S. and Japan teaming to put first Japanese astronaut on moon
No non-American has ever touched down on the lunar surface, and Japan has previously said it hopes to achieve a Moon landing by the end of this decade.
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4 killed in Tulsa hospital shooting
Police in Tulsa, Oklahoma, say a gunman killed 4 people at Saint Francis Hospital before dying of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Watch a briefing from local officials on the investigation.
Four people killed in mass shooting at Tulsa hospital; gunman also dead
The shooter died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said. One witness said, "I just really couldn't believe it was happening in my own neck of the woods."
Accused Buffalo gunman charged with terrorism motivated by hate
The 25-count indictment also contains charges of murder and attempted murder as a hate crime and weapons possession.
Off-duty agent responded to school shooting: "I asked my barber if he had a gun"
Jacob Albarado was in his barber's chair when both men got text messages about the shooting unfolding at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas.
John Hinckley Jr., who shot Reagan, set to be released June 15
Hinckley, now 67, shot Reagan as the president was exiting a Washington hotel on March 30, 1981.
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NASA awards contracts for new space and moon suits
The contracts are valued at up to $3.5 billion.
Comet that split in 1995 could produce rare meteor storm tonight
"Amateur and professional astronomers around the world have been tracking its spectacular disintegration for years," NASA said.
NASA moon rocket ready for another fueling test
A successful fueling test will clear the way for the moon rocket's first test flight as early as August.
Boeing Starliner ends test flight with pinpoint landing
SpaceX launched 59 small payloads while Boeing wrapped up its Starliner space station flight
Boeing's Starliner catches up with space station
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Preview: “Her Majesty The Queen: A Gayle King Special”
Sir Paul McCartney and best-selling author Tina Brown reflect on the queen’s unprecedented reign. The special airs on the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee at 10 p.m. ET on Thursday, June 2 on CBS, and will be streaming on Paramount +.
6/1: Red and Blue
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4 killed in Tulsa hospital shooting
Police in Tulsa, Oklahoma, say a gunman killed 4 people at Saint Francis Hospital before dying of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Watch a briefing from local officials on the investigation.
Report: Office workers prefer hybrid jobs
According to a new report published by Jones Lang LaSalle, 69% of office workers believe hybrid work will be fundamental to retain the workforce in the future. Cynthia Kantor, the chief client and growth officer at Jones Lang LaSalle, joins CBS News' Elaine Quijano to discuss.
U.S. strengthens trade ties with Taiwan
The Biden administration has announced new trade initiatives with Taiwan to strengthen economic ties, focusing on supply chains, clean energy, labor rights and technology exports. Tensions between Washington and Beijing are already high after President Biden promised to defend Taiwan if it was invaded. Shelley Rigger, a political science professor at Davidson University, joined CBS News' Elaine Quijano to discuss.