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Inside the missing Titanic exploration sub

The U.S. Coast Guard is continuing a search and rescue mission for a missing submersible that was exploring the wreckage of the Titanic. CBS News correspondent David Pogue, who has done extensive reporting on these types of submersibles, has more. Source

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How “revenge spending” led to price hikes

Economists say the U.S. witnessed two years of so-called “revenge spending” following the COVID-19 lockdowns. But this summer could mark a shift back to normal spending habits, which could help ease inflation. Jeanna Smialek, a federal reserve and economy reporter for the New York Times, joined CBS News to talk about the trend. Source

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Drugs with weight loss side effects see surge in popularity

Medications that have a side effect of weight loss have seen a recent influx of popularity. Some manufacturers say they’re having difficulty keeping up with increased demand as the medications become more normalized as a way to lose weight even though that’s not the primary purpose for them. Dr. Lisa Palmer, a psychotherapist and founder of the Renew Center of Florida, joined CBS News to talk about the risks. Source

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How can the U.S. and China improve their relationship?

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday in Beijing. Both sides claim to have made progress on some specific issues, but Blinken says there is still significant work to be done. Michael Swaine, a senior research fellow and expert in China and East Asia security studies for the Quincy Institute, joined CBS News to talk about the meeting. Source

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