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Three Americans — Evan Gershkovich, Alsu Kurmasheva and Paul Whelan — landed Thursday in the U.S. after being detained in Russia. It was part of one of the largest prisoner swaps since the end of the Cold War.National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan explains how the United States worked with allies to free three Americans in the prisoner exchange with Russia. Sullivan added the work continues to free other Americans who remain in Russia, like Marc Fogel.Wall Street Journal assistant editor Paul Beckett talks about the moment reporter Evan Gershkovich was released in a massive prisoner swap with Russia. He said WSJ staff had been monitoring the talks about a potential deal and said the announcement brought "smiles of happiness, joy, tears of relief."U.S. border patrol agents recorded less than 60,000 migrant apprehensions along the U.S.-Mexico border in July. It marks the fifth consecutive monthly drop as unlawful crossings are at their lowest level since September 2020.LinkedIn asked over 1,000 hiring managers why they didn't bring someone in for an interview. Answers included skill factors, frequent job changes and inappropriate social media presence. LinkedIn career expert Catherine Fisher gives tips on how to get notice and land the job.Frederick Richard is part of the U.S. men's gymnastics team that secured a bronze medal in the team event at the Paris Olympics earlier this week. He's been on a mission to get more fans interested in the sport, both through competitions and online. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a historically complex, monthslong negotiation involving more than six countries and two dozen prisoners, the Biden administration on Thursday announced it had secured the release of three American citizens from Russia, including Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, Marine veteran Paul Whelan and Russian-American radio journalist Alsu Kurmasheva, all of whom are expected to arrive on American soil by nightfall. Christopher Dunn, who spent more than 30 years in jail after being wrongly convicted of murder, is talking about his journey and release from prison. Dunn was convicted of a 1990 murder of a teen. The only evidence against him was the testimony of two children, 12 and 14, who claimed they saw Dunn shoot Rogers, but later recanted their statements saying they were coerced by police.CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder discusses the importance of getting screened for lung cancer. The disease claims the lives of about 370 Americans every day and is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S. However, a new survey shows 62% of people are not familiar with life-saving screenings.The Federal Reserve on Wednesday maintained its benchmark interest rate even as inflation has cooled. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger explains when to expect the Fed to cut rates.A new proposed rule would ban airlines from charging families fees to sit together on a flight and would also mandate refunds or free rebooking if family seating is not available. U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, a potential vice president contender for the Harris campaign, discusses the crackdown on airline junk fees.Simone Biles and Suni Lee are competing in the women's gymnastics all-around final Thursday. Former Team USA gymnast Shawn Johnson East, who won four medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, discusses the competition as it's the first time two former Olympic all-around champions will face off at the Games.NBA great Dwyane Wade is sharing the personal reasons he invested in the WNBA, as he recently became part owner of the Chicago Sky. Wade says his family plays a big role in everything he does, including his interest in the WNBA. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

StubHub faces allegations of misleading customers by adding significant fees at the final checkout stage, a practice known as "drip pricing." This tactic has prompted a lawsuit from Washington D.C.'s attorney general, who claims that StubHub's hidden fees can increase the total cost of tickets by up to 40%.Christopher Dunn was released from custody late Tuesday after spending 34 years behind bars. He was convicted for the murder of a teenager and is now free following a chaotic legal process.Federal regulators say Amazon will face increased accountability for items sold on its site. Nearly 60% of products on Amazon are from third party sellers. Now, the Consumer Product Safety Commission says Amazon will be legally responsible for what those other businesses are selling on its platform and forced to recall dangerous products on their site.Team USA swimmers have already secured 15 medals at the Paris Olympics. This impressive haul includes two gold medals. Kate Douglass, who won silver in the team relay, begins her individual quest for gold today. Dana Jacobson spoke with Douglass before the Games about her preparation.Shania Twain, whose album "Come On Over" remains the best-selling by a female solo artist, is set to return to Las Vegas for her third residency at Planet Hollywood. Anthony Mason sat down with the country-pop superstar to discuss her career, songwriting and iconic looks.Longtime MTV "The Challenge" host TJ Lavin discusses the new season, his favorite part of hosting and why the series has become a global phenomenon. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Christopher Dunn has been in prison for 33 years for murder. Last week, a St. Louis judge overturned his conviction and ordered his release. However, the Missouri attorney general filed a notice of appeal with the state Supreme Court and told the prison to keep Dunn in jail while the legal battle plays out.The FDA has approved a new blood test that could change the way we detect colon cancer, which is the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths in U.S. adults. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains.CBS Saturday Morning co-host Dana Jacobson catches up with Lauren Scruggs at Team USA House in Paris to discuss her historic achievement and its impact on young athletes.Actor Jay Ellis, famous for his performances in "Insecure" and "Top Gun: Maverick," joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his new book, "Did Everyone Have an Imaginary Friend (or Just Me)?: Adventures in Boyhood."Award-winning actor Zooey Deschanel takes on a colorful role in "Harold and the Purple Crayon," where she stars alongside Zachary Levi. The film adapts the classic children's story, bringing its magical elements to the big screen.Melissa Walker and nine-time Grammy winner Christian McBride share their passion for music with "Jazz House Kids," a nonprofit that has produced top jazz musicians and provided free instruments and education to thousands of young artists. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Park Fire, which is one of the largest in California's history, has destroyed over 60 structures. Meanwhile in southern California, crews are struggling to control the Borel Fire, which has burned close to 50,000 acres.Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, who serves as the co-chair of Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign, talks about the search for a vice presidential nominee and where the campaign stands, after President Biden dropped his bid for reelection.July marks Fibroid Awareness Month and Dr. Tara Shirazian from NYU Langone's Center for Fibroid Care joined "CBS Mornings" to discuss the condition and alternative treatments.After captivating the world with her drumming skills, Nandi Bushell releases her first book, "The Life Changing Magic of Drumming," and joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her incredible journey.In her second Olympics, Ilona Maher is teaming up with brands to show young women they can be both strong and feminine, breaking barriers in the world of rugby. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New polling estimates independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is at around 6% of the national vote, which could make a difference in battleground states. He spoke to CBS News about his campaign and his controversies.Dr. Celine Gounder, a CBS News medical contributor, discusses a new study that says the latest shingles vaccination may also help delay dementia. According to a study published in the journal "Nature Medicine," researchers found people who received that vaccine lived on average 164 additional days without dementia, compared to those who got the previous shingles vaccines.Engineers say they're still troubleshooting issues discovered aboard the Boeing Starliner spacecraft that took NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams into space. They were originally supposed to spend eight days aboard the International Space Station. They've now been up there for almost eight weeks.CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger discusses how American consumers are helping to boost the economy. The latest numbers show economic growth doubled to an annual rate of 2.8% in the last three months from 1.4% in the first quarter of 2024.Global soccer stars Christian Pulisic, who is the captain of the U.S. National team and currently plays for the iconic Italian club AC Milan, and Zlatan Ibrahimovic, a former player and now senior adviser to AC Milan, talk about its U.S. summer tour, which kicks off Saturday with a preseason match against Manchester United in New York City.Nyjah Huston is one of the world's best street skaters and a favorite in the men's street event at the Olympics. He talks about his journey through the sport and getting redemption at the Paris Olympics after he left Tokyo without a medal. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In an address from the Oval Office, President Biden on Wednesday explained his decision not to seek reelection, saying it's time for younger voices. In the speech, he defended his record as president and also called on Americans to "preserve our democracy."In his first solo rally since President Biden exited the 2024 presidential race, former President Donald Trump pivoted to take aim at his likely new rival, Vice President Kamala Harris.Social media giant Meta is issuing a warning over the increasing number of sextortion scams where fake profiles are used to get people to send nude photographs and then threaten to release them unless victims pay up. On Wednesday, Meta said it has removed 6,300 Instagram accounts of scammers in Nigeria who frequently target adult men in the U.S.Delta Air Lines says disruptions caused by last week's global software outage should come to an end Thursday. More than 6,500 Delta and Delta partner flights were canceled since Friday as the airline struggles to bounce back.Philanthropist Melinda French Gates said she is endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as she discussed her latest project, a YouTube series called “The Moments that Make Us.” In the series, she spoke with women from different generations, including “CBS Mornings’” Gayle King, about managing change and growing older. The University of Alabama's Jalen Milroe, a widely considered Heisman Trophy contender, discusses the upcoming college football season and preparing under a new coach after the legendary Nick Saban retired.Opening ceremonies for the Paris Olympics, which are being called the first post-pandemic games, are Friday. Many athletes said the absence of family and friends at the summer Olympics in Tokyo had a negative impact on their performances. It was similar for the 2022 winter Olympics in Beijing, with mandatory daily testing. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Biden will speak Wednesday evening from the Oval Office about his decision to not seek reelection. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris has already hit the campaign trail, making her case for the Democratic nomination.As President Biden decides not to seek reelection, it caps a career that has spanned six decades in Washington as a senator, then vice president and now president. The president will give a primetime address Wednesday, where he is expected to tout his legislative wins in office.The federal government has launched an investigation into Delta Air Lines while it struggles to recover from last week's global tech outage. On Tuesday, the airline canceled 500 flights and delayed 1,600 others.CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent is expecting her third child. In an exclusive interview with PARENTS, Kent revealed that she and her husband's baby girl will be here this fall.Potentially tens of thousands of homeowners are suddenly facing possible foreclosure, after making mortgage payments on time for years. Many "zombie" mortgages date back to the 2008 financial crisis. Consumer advocates warn a new wave of "zombies" could be on the horizon, this time from the home equity lines of credit taken out during the pandemic.Actor Josh Hartnett is known for his roles in popular movies like "The Virgin Suicides," "Black Hawk Down" and "Oppenheimer." Now, he's starring in the new thriller, "Trap," where he plays a seemingly loving father who takes his daughter to a concert. His character quickly realizes the concert is an elaborate setup for police to catch a serial killer. The twist is Hartnett's character is the serial killer, or at least appears to be.The Paris Olympics begin this week, and some of the first medals will be awarded in fencing. "CBS Mornings" co-hosts Nate Burleson and Tony Dokoupil had a lesson in fencing from two Team USA members who are married and competing in France. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bodycam video shows the moments before a sheriff's deputy in Illinois shot and killed a Black woman in her home after she called 911 for help. Sean Grayson has pleaded not guilty to first degree murder of Sonya Massey, a 36-year-old mother of two. Warning: The video is disturbing.Sonya Massey’s father, James Wilburn, said seeing footage of his daughter's killing has left him angry and heartbroken. Sean Grayson, who was fired last week from the Sangamon County Sheriff's Department, has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder in Massey’s killing after she called 911 to report a suspected prowler outside of her home.Four days after the global computer outage that caused chaos around the world, some airline passengers are still stranded. While most airlines have recovered, Delta continues to cancel flights.Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign reports raising over $100 million since President Biden endorsed her on Sunday. With support from top donors in Hollywood and Wall Street, can she rival former President Donald Trump's campaign funds? CBS News' Jo Ling Kent has been crunching the numbers.Maryland Gov. Wes Moore talks about his endorsement of Kamala Harris for president and addresses speculation about joining her ticket as a potential running mate.CBS News' Anthony Mason interviews Emmy-winning actor Matthew Macfadyen about his role as Mister Paradox in "Deadpool & Wolverine," which is out on Friday. Macfadyen also talks about ending his role as Tom Wambsgans on "Succession," and why he felt he was miscast as Mr. Darcy in "Pride and Prejudice." (edited)  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a historic and unprecedented move, President Biden dropped out of the 2024 presidential race on Sunday following mounting calls from fellow Democrats to do so. He said in a statement that his decision was in the best interest of the Democrats and the country, and he vowed to finish his term in office. He also threw his support behind his vice president, Kamala Harris.West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin, a former Democrat turned Independent, said he will not run for president for the Democratic presidential nomination after President Biden dropped out of the race Sunday. Manchin did advocate for some type of contested primary as Vice President Kamala Harris has emerged as the frontrunner.CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa explains what could happen to campaign finances and delegates after President Biden dropped out of the race Sunday. While Vice President Kamala Harris is the frontrunner with Biden's support, the Democratic National Convention is less than a month away and an open convention is still possible if there are challengers. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump said Biden dropping out won't change how he runs his campaign.CBS News chief political analyst John Dickerson and CBS News political contributor Ashley Etienne, who served as a communications director for Vice President Harris, break down the presidential nominating process after President Biden dropped his reelection bid.Sen. Amy Klobuchar, of Minnesota, ran against President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2020 Democratic primary. She's now endorsing Harris after Biden's decision to end his reelection campaign.President Biden's decision to not seek reelection and endorse his vice president, Kamala Harris, came as a surprise to some voters. However, for many, it hasn't changed their minds about which party they'll support.CBS News contributor David Begnaud is honoring his high school English teacher and speech coach who went on to become one of his mentors. After more than 50 years in education, Josette Cook Surratt is retiring. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices