The head of one of Libya’s rival governments said devastating flooding caused by a weekend storm may have carried away thousands of people. Source
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U.S. clears way for release of $6 billion as part of Iran prisoner deal
The Biden administration has cleared the way for the release of five American citizens detained in Iran by issuing a blanket waiver for international banks to transfer $6 billion in frozen Iranian money without fear of U.S. sanctions. Source
Pennsylvania officials detain escaped killer’s sister, increase reward for info
The search for the escaped prisoner and convicted killer Danelo Cavalcante is expanding. Pennsylvania authorities provided an update on the manhunt Monday. Source
How to help those affected by the earthquake in Morocco
Here are some organizations accepting donations to assist victims of the strongest earthquake to hit Morocco in over a century. Source
Should seniors buy long-term care insurance?
Regular health insurance and Medicare may not be enough. Here’s why long-term care insurance could be worth it. Source
Biden to commemorate 9/11 in Alaska, first sitting president to not mark day at memorial site
President Biden is marking 22 years since 9/11 with a speech before troops in Alaska, becoming the first U.S. president to not spend September 11th at one of the attack sites or the White House. The president is returning from Vietnam where he met with government and business leaders. CBS News reporter Bo Erickson has more. Source
Redo your kitchen and save big: Best appliance bundle deals at the Discover Samsung fall sale
Save an additional $850 when you bundle on-sale appliances during Samsung’s fall sale. Source
United Auto Workers poised to strike if no deal reached this week
The UAW says 97% of members voted to strike if agreements can’t be reached with G.M., Ford and Stellantis by Thursday. The union’s demands include a 46% across-the-board pay increase, 32-hour work weeks with 40 hours of pay, restoration of pension plans for new hires and cost of living adjustments. Former UAW spokesperson Brian Rothenberg joined CBS News to discuss the state of the negotiations. Source
Climber survives 2,000-foot plunge on New Zealand mountain
The climber slipped in the same area where two other mountaineers fell to their deaths in 2021. Source
Drew Barrymore to resume talk show amid SAG/WGA strikes
Barrymore insisted that her talk show would abide by the rules of the strike. Source