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Republicans Could Affect Americans' Retirement By Targeting 401(k) Plans

5:48pm October 23, 2017

by Chris Arnold

Republicans in Congress are talking behind closed doors about a plan that would affect millions of Americans who are saving for retirement — and not in a good way according to many critics. The idea is to drastically lower the amount of money that Americans can set aside before taxes in their 401(k) accounts.

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After Hurricane Maria's Destruction, Connecticut Father Gets His Sons Out Of Puerto Rico

5:48pm October 23, 2017

After weeks of hearing from his teenage sons in Puerto Rico about the lack of sufficient food and water, a Connecticut father sells his car to pay for plane tickets to get them out.

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Bergdahl Defense Says Case Should Be Dismissed Because Of Trump's Comments

5:48pm October 23, 2017

by Greg Myre

A sentencing hearing began today for U.S. Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, who pleaded guilty to desertion and dereliction of duty for leaving his unit in Afghanistan. But instead of beginning testimony today as planned, the judge heard an argument from the defense — that the case should be dismissed because of remarks made by President Trump.

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Chairman Of Joint Chiefs Of Staff Says A Lot About Attack In Niger Is Still Unknown

5:48pm October 23, 2017

by Tom Bowman

The nation's highest military officer — Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, Marine General Joseph Dunford — revealed more details today about the deadly ambush in Africa earlier this month where four U.S. soldiers were killed in Niger.

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U.K. Offers Famed Arctic Shipwrecks As 'Exceptional Gift' To Canada

5:47pm October 23, 2017

by Colin Dwyer

British explorer John Franklin died in Canada's northern reaches in the 1840s, along with all of his crew. Only recently were his ships finally found. Now, they are a gift from the U.K. to Canada.

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In Turkey, Teachers, Parents Concerned About Religious Nature Of New Curriculum

5:26pm October 23, 2017

by Peter Kenyon

Schoolchildren are back in class in Turkey, but concern is growing about the latest changes to the curriculum that emphasize religion in what has long been a secular school system.

Secretary Of State Tillerson Says There Are Moderate Voices Among The Taliban

5:26pm October 23, 2017

by Michele Kelemen

Secretary of State Rex Tillerson went to Kabul and Baghdad today as he tries to help wind down two ongoing conflicts. On his trip, he told reporters that the fight against the Taliban must continue, but that there is an opening for certain parts of the group.

Gold Star Widow Says President Trump Didn't Remember Her Husband's Name

5:26pm October 23, 2017

by Mara Liasson

Myeshia Johnson, the widow of one of the U.S. soldiers killed in Niger, has spoken about President Trump's phone call to her and how she felt. That call has been the subject of several days of controversy for the White House.

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Las Vegas Works To Secure Tourism Industry After Music Festival Shooting

5:26pm October 23, 2017

by Leila Fadel

Las Vegas has moved quickly to try and tamp down any impact the recent massacre may have on its tourism lifeline, but with unknown success. One chapel owner says there have been wedding postponements, and tourism officials say there have been cancellations, but no conventions have pulled out.

Dodgers, Astros Prepare For A Hot And Sweaty Game 1 In L.A.

5:26pm October 23, 2017

Los Angeles will host its first World Series in 29 years. The National League Dodgers face off tomorrow night against the American League Houston Astros — and it's going to get heated.