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CDC: Nearly 9 million have long COVID in U.S.

Reports published Tuesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say nearly 18 million Americans experienced symptoms of long COVID — when symptoms remain for at least four weeks after a patient has cleared the infection — in 2022 and nearly 9 million people currently have the condition, which can linger for months or years. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder, editor-at-large for public health at KFF Health News, has more on the report's findings.

Sep 27, 2023
06:24

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Health insurance costs spiking

Employer health insurance coverage costs are expected to jump 6.4% next year, according to a new report from the Wall Street Journal. Anna Wilde Mathews, reporter for the Wall Street Journal, joined CBS News to discuss the high costs.

Sep 12, 2023
03:55

Eye on America: AI revolution

In New York, Microsoft’s VP of research and innovation explains how AI is helping the health care industry. Then in California, we see how robots could revolutionize the beauty and cosmetics industry. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.

Sep 11, 2023
19:37

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Are medical credit cards worth it?

More Americans are turning to medical credit cards as they struggle to pay for medical bills, according to a new survey from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. CBS News MoneyWatch associate managing editor Aimee Picchi explains how the cards could impact your credit.

Sep 8, 2023
03:14

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U.S. sees summer rise in COVID-19 cases

A summer rise in COVID-19 cases has led to an increase in hospitalizations and deaths from the disease nationwide. As Elaine Quijano reports -- health officials are suggesting Americans "mask up" this Labor Day weekend.

Sep 1, 2023
03:47

Breaking down Biden's drug price plan

The Biden administration has named 10 prescription drugs it hopes to make cheaper for Medicare recipients through negotiations with drug companies. The White House says the drugs on the list include Jardiance for diabetes and the blood thinner Eliquis. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more details.

Aug 29, 2023
04:12

Medicare targets 10 drugs for price cuts

The White House on Tuesday released a list of 10 medications that will be subject to price negotiations under Medicare. Ed O'Keefe reports on how this could affect prices and what other drugs could be added going forward.

Aug 29, 2023
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Can drug price cuts help Biden in 2024?

The Biden administration on Tuesday announced the first 10 drugs subject to Medicare price negotiations. The move is expected to cut costs for patients, but the discounts won't kick in until 2026. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.

Aug 29, 2023
04:02

Consumers can face surprise bills from costly ambulance rides

Americans are protected from most surprise medical bills by the No Surprises Act that took effect last year. But there's one key item the legislation left out.

Aug 29, 2023

Ambulance rides can lead to surprise bills

A family whose newborn needed to be taken to the NICU got a bill for thousands of dollars when insurance denied payment. CBS News' Anna Werner reports on surprise ambulance bills and why consumers aren't protected.

Aug 29, 2023
06:03

COVID hospitalizations jump 22% this week — and CDC predicts further increases

So far, the CDC doesn't think the highly mutated BA.2.86 variant is to blame.

Aug 24, 2023

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States may expand nurse practitioner authority

In 27 U.S. states and Washington D.C., a physician is not required to sign off on a nurse practitioner's work and Florida and Georgia are debating giving more independence to nurse practitioners. Dr. Carmen Kavali, a Georgia-based plastic surgeon who's been involved in policy debates on medical titles for years, joined CBS News to discuss the pros and cons.

Aug 22, 2023
06:00

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Mayor of Alabama town on "ambulance deserts"

Millions of Americans in rural areas are living in "ambulance deserts," or areas that are more than 25 minutes from the nearest ambulance dispatch station. Aliceville, Alabama, Mayor Terrence Windham joined CBS News to discuss his fight for better emergency service funding for his city.

Aug 22, 2023
05:59

Women in Louisiana struggle to get maternal health care

The South holds the sad distinction of having some of the highest maternal mortality rates in the U.S. Sharyn Alfonsi spoke to some of the women trying to improve maternal health care.

Aug 20, 2023

Fight to cut South’s maternal mortality rate

The South holds the sad distinction of having some of the highest maternal mortality rates in the U.S. Sharyn Alfonsi spoke to some of the women trying to improve maternal health care.

Aug 20, 2023
13:19

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Concerns grow over health insurance barriers

Sixty-two percent of patients in the U.S. say someone in their household has experienced at least one insurance coverage-related hurdle in the last two years, according to new polling from the American Hospital Association, and 43% say their health has gotten worse because of limited access to care. Molly Smith, vice president for public policy with the American Hospital Association, joined CBS News to discuss the poll.

Aug 11, 2023
04:17

Study reveals skin cancer risk for Black men

Black men are most at risk to die of melanoma, a recent study found. Errol Barnett examines what factors into the statistics.

Aug 7, 2023
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Health insurance and the SAG-AFTRA strike

The SAG-AFTRA strike is entering its fourth week with negotiations stalled and coverage for health care one of the main sticking points. Actor and health care advocate Brooklyn McLinn joined CBS News to talk about the requirements for health insurance actors face and the type of coverage they receive.

Aug 4, 2023
04:30

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Thousands enroll in program to fight "silent killer," hepatitis C

Hepatitis C is a "silent killer" that leads to over 15,000 deaths each year, an expert said.

Aug 4, 2023

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Florida becomes hotspot for leprosy, CDC says

Leprosy cases in the southeastern U.S. have doubled in the last decade with most cases found in Florida, the CDC says in a new report. Dr. Aileen Marty, an expert in infectious disease and disaster medicine and a professor at Florida International University, joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the rise in cases.

Aug 2, 2023
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Who will win the fight over drug prices?

Medicare is scheduled to start negotiating lower prices in the fall with drug companies as a part of the Inflation Reduction Act President Biden signed in 2022, but several of the largest players hope they never have to negotiate at all. Leading industry groups sued the administration in June, claiming the program violates the First and Fifth Amendments. Josh Nathan-Kazis, health care reporter for Barron's, joined CBS News to examine the legal arguments in the case.

Jul 31, 2023
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Biden unveils new mental health plan

President Biden on Tuesday unveiled a proposed expansion to mental health services across the country. See his full remarks.

Jul 25, 2023
15:32

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Jamie Foxx speaks publicly on his hospitalization

In a video Friday, Oscar-winning actor Jamie Foxx for the first time addressed the undisclosed illness which forced him to be hospitalized in April. "I went through something that I thought I would never ever go through," Foxx said.

Jul 22, 2023
00:41

Drugmakers sue White House over pricing power

A centerpiece of President Biden's signature legislation, the Inflation Reduction Act, allows Medicare to negotiate lower prescription drug prices for seniors. Drug companies are fighting back in court, arguing the law violates their first and fifth constitutional rights. Health care attorney Harry Nelson joins CBS News to examine the legal battle.

Jul 19, 2023
05:06

Biden cracking down on "junk" health insurance plans

President Biden has rolled out a new set of initiatives intended to reduce health care costs.

Jul 7, 2023

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes hold, fueling new push for Gaza truce

As Israel and Hezbollah cease fire after a year, President Biden says Palestinians in war-torn Gaza also "deserve an end of the fighting and displacement."

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3 Americans held for years in China released, White House says

Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung have been released from detention, a spokesperson for the National Security Council said.

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Trump tariffs could hike prices for many products, including these items

Tariffs on U.S. imports would raise prices for consumers on a range of goods, experts say. Here's what to know.

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Man missing since 1999 found after sister saw him in news article

A woman saw a photo of a man she believed to be her brother who was reported missing in 1999. She was right.

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Former President Trump Holds Rally In Concord, New Hampshire

Trump team says threats, swatting incidents against Cabinet picks being investigated

Rep. Elise Stefanik, selected to be U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, said her home was targeted.

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Ohio governor signs bill limiting bathroom use by transgender students

A ban on transgender students from kindergarten through college using multiperson bathrooms that fit their gender identities has become law in Ohio.

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White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany Holds Briefing

Trump taps retired Gen. Keith Kellogg for Ukraine envoy

Keith Kellogg, a retired lieutenant general, served as national security adviser to former Vice President Mike Pence.

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Police officer who Tasered 95-year-old woman convicted of manslaughter

An Australian police officer who Tasered 95-year-old great-grandmother Clare Nowland in her care home has been found guilty of manslaughter.

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NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"

Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.

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Trump taps retired Gen. Keith Kellogg for Ukraine envoy

Keith Kellogg, a retired lieutenant general, served as national security adviser to former Vice President Mike Pence.

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How to cut down on Thanksgiving food waste

Experts share tips on how families preparing for Thanksgiving can take steps to cut down on the amount of food wasted during the holiday season.

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What's hot in kids toys this holiday season — and what to avoid

Consumers are expected to open their wallets this holiday season, with these children's toys high on the list.

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Trump team signs some, but not all, critical transition documents

The Trump transition team has yet to sign key agreements with the Justice Department or General Services Administration, White House officials say.

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Ohio governor signs bill limiting bathroom use by transgender students

A ban on transgender students from kindergarten through college using multiperson bathrooms that fit their gender identities has become law in Ohio.

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What's hot in kids toys this holiday season — and what to avoid

Consumers are expected to open their wallets this holiday season, with these children's toys high on the list.

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A toddler got a nasal swab test. So why was the bill $445?

An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.

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Trump tariffs could make these items more expensive

Tariffs on U.S. imports would raise prices for consumers on a range of goods, experts say. Here's what to know.

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23andMe CEO reveals plans for the company's future

23andMe CEO Anne Wojcicki talks to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about the company's recent struggles, welcoming employee feedback and her vision for the future of the genetic-testing and ancestry-tracing company.

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Drug cartel reeling in huge profits with illegal fishing in Gulf of Mexico

The cartel allegedly uses fishing boats to smuggle drugs and migrants — and catch tons of red snapper, a commercially valuable but vulnerable species.

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Trump taps retired Gen. Keith Kellogg for Ukraine envoy

Keith Kellogg, a retired lieutenant general, served as national security adviser to former Vice President Mike Pence.

13M ago

Trump team says threats, swatting incidents against multiple Cabinet picks being investigated

Rep. Elise Stefanik, selected to be U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, said her home was targeted.

updated 19M ago

Trump team signs some, but not all, critical transition documents

The Trump transition team has yet to sign key agreements with the Justice Department or General Services Administration, White House officials say.

3H ago

Trump taps Jay Bhattacharya as director of the National Institutes of Health

Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who has faced restrictions on social media platforms because of his views, was a critic of pandemic lockdowns and vaccine mandates.

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After tariff threat, Trump selects Jamieson Greer as U.S. trade representative

If confirmed as trade representative, Jamieson Greer would be responsible for negotiating directly with foreign governments on trade deals and disputes.

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A toddler got a nasal swab test. So why was the bill $445?

An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.

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Why we eat turkey on Thanksgiving, according to history

Why is Thanksgiving traditionally associated with turkey and other specific foods? We asked a history expert why we eat what we do on the holiday.

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How to safely cook your turkey — and how long to keep leftovers

If you're looking forward to a delicious — and safe — Thanksgiving dinner with loved ones, here's how to cook your turkey and keep your leftovers safely.

8H ago

Biden administration set to miss chance to lock in new food guidelines

A federal panel has been meeting for months to draft recommendations.

9H ago

Trump taps Jay Bhattacharya as director of the National Institutes of Health

Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who has faced restrictions on social media platforms because of his views, was a critic of pandemic lockdowns and vaccine mandates.

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Accused "Pink Panthers" member among 11 nabbed in cocaine bust

Police in the Balkans arrested 11 alleged members of a criminal syndicate responsible for smuggling cocaine from South America to Europe, officials said.

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NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"

Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.

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New report on how social media negatively impacts kids

Australian lawmakers advance bill to bar under-16s from social media

Australia's House of Representatives has passed a bill that would ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.

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Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes hold, fueling new push for Gaza truce

As Israel and Hezbollah cease fire after a year, President Biden says Palestinians in war-torn Gaza also "deserve an end of the fighting and displacement."

3H ago

3 Americans held for years in China released, White House says

Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung have been released from detention, a spokesperson for the National Security Council said.

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Grateful Dead remembers band member Phil Lesh

Members of the iconic band, the Grateful Dead, reflected on the impact bandmate Phil Lesh had on their lives and said they had hoped to play together again.

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Grateful Dead bandmates remember Phil Lesh

Iconic band The Grateful Dead, is remembering one of the band's original members, Phil Lesh, who died in October at 84 years old. The surviving original members of the band credit Lesh for the impact he made in each of their lives and revealed they were hoping to play together one more time.

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Harvey Weinstein Returns To Court For Pre-Trial Hearing

Harvey Weinstein accuses Rikers Island of substandard medical treatment

Harvey Weinstein's lawyers filed a legal claim alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic conditions while in custody at Rikers Island.

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The Script on loss, resilience in new album

Irish band The Script continues to inspire with hits like "Hall of Fame," while moving forward after the loss of guitarist Mark Sheehan. Danny O'Donoghue talks to Natalie Morales about the band's journey, and how boxing helps him cope.

Nov 26
06:51

Danielle Pinnock talks "Ghosts"

Actor Danielle Pinnock joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her role in the hit CBS comedy "Ghosts," where she plays a spirited 1920s jazz singer with plenty of sass.

Nov 26
04:57

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Australian lawmakers advance bill to bar under-16s from social media

Australia's House of Representatives has passed a bill that would ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.

4H ago

AI grandma tool helps fend off phone scams

British phone company Virgin Media O2 has developed an AI-generated grandmother to talk to scammers all day and waste their time so you don't have to. CBS News Confirmed executive producer Melissa Mahtani has more on the "grandma" and how you can protect yourself from phone scams.

Nov 26
03:33

How AI powered robots are helping small farms

From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.

Mar 28
03:27

Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor

Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.

Nov 25

How AI can help to plan your next vacation

More than one third of travelers says they've incorporated artificial intelligence into their travel planning, according to a recent survey. CBS News compared how efficient booking a trip with the help of AI is compared to doing the research yourself.

Nov 25
06:01

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NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"

Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.

2H ago

Divided U.N. negotiations for plastic treaty

Negotiators are far apart as the United Nations tries to work out the world's first treaty to curb plastic pollution. Issues creating roadblocks include limiting new manufacturing of plastic and the potential phasing out of some chemicals. For more on the talks, CBS News was joined by Erin Simon, vice president and head of plastic waste and business for the World Wildlife Fund in the U.S.

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Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing

Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.

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Dishing up space food

At the Johnson Space Food Systems Laboratory in Houston, NASA scientists develop dishes – freeze-dried, heat-stabilized, or irradiated – to serve on the International Space Station. Correspondent David Pogue checks out what's on the menu in Earth orbit.

Nov 24
03:47

How are U.S. winters permanently changing?

This winter, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted above-average temperatures throughout the U.S. because of a "slowly developing" La Niña pattern. CBS News Sacramento meteorologist Tracy Humphrey reports on the changing winter conditions.

Nov 22
03:56

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Accused "Pink Panthers" member among 11 nabbed in cocaine bust

Police in the Balkans arrested 11 alleged members of a criminal syndicate responsible for smuggling cocaine from South America to Europe, officials said.

updated 44M ago

Bombing suspect on most wanted list arrested

Daniel Andreas San Diego, a suspect in in two 2003 northern California bombings, was arrested in the U.K. this week. San Diego, who had been one of the FBI's most wanted terror suspects, now faces extradition.

4H ago
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Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing

Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.

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Drug cartel reeling in huge profits with illegal fishing in Gulf of Mexico

The cartel allegedly uses fishing boats to smuggle drugs and migrants — and catch tons of red snapper, a commercially valuable but vulnerable species.

7H ago

Police officer who Tasered 95-year-old woman convicted of manslaughter

An Australian police officer who Tasered 95-year-old great-grandmother Clare Nowland in her care home has been found guilty of manslaughter.

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Webb telescope captures stunning new image of the "Sombrero galaxy"

The Sombrero galaxy, named for its resemblance to the Mexican hat, is about 30 million light-years from Earth.

Nov 26

Blue Origin launches 6 tourists to the edge of space

Marc and Sharon Hagle, both making their second space flight, were among the passengers for the NS-28 mission.

Nov 22

Blue Origin launches 9th space tourism flight

The ninth Blue Origin space tourism flight launched from West Texas Friday morning. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood and space expert Scott Heidler offered analysis of the flight.

Nov 22
13:00

Trump, Musk attend SpaceX launch

President-elect Donald Trump attended SpaceX's sixth flight test of its Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday with CEO Elon Musk. The burgeoning friendship between the two men played a key role in Trump's reelection, with Musk now set to run a government efficiency agency in the coming months. CBS News political reporter Jake Rosen and Politico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk join "America Decides" with more.

Nov 19
10:13

SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship, with Trump there to watch

President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.

Nov 19

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Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire deal reaction

Lebanese residents celebrated the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire deal as some return to their homes after intense months of strikes. This comes as the U.S. celebrates the truce, and as President-elect Donald Trump takes credit for the major development in the Middle East. BBC News' Lina Sinjab has more from Beirut and CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports on Trump's team reaction.

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The Hezbollah-Israel ceasefire deal is taking hold and those affected in Israel and Lebanon are cautiously optimistic about what comes next. CBS News' Debora Patta reports from northern Israel and Hugo Bechega with BBC News, a CBS News partner, reports from inside Beirut.

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