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Clad has been grading CBS News segments since Jun 2026 — 110 reports so far, published several times a week. Its most-covered subjects on Clad: Iran, Congress, Trump. Every report checks the segment's load-bearing claims against primary sources, then scores the coverage for factual accuracy, political lean, and how the public received it — so you can see how CBS News's reporting holds up story by story, not just take its word for it.

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CBS reports on Colombia's 7.4 quake rescues as death toll climbs past 180

Aug 12, 2026

The CBS News segment reports live from Colombia days after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the western part of the country on August 10, 2026. Correspondent Lilia Luciano describes scenes of hope and heartbreak in Pereira, with crowds in silence watching rescue teams use hand signals, dogs, and machinery to search rubble. It highlights specific rescues including a young woman in Pereira cheered by crowds, a woman pulled from rubble in Cali, and a two-month-old baby found alive. An interview with volunteer Craig Deon captures the emotional moment of a successful extraction. The report also features an elderly woman named Fabiola who lost her home and notes swift national government response contrasted with difficulties in the impoverished, hard-to-reach Chocó department due to poor infrastructure and armed groups.

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Chris Clancy Testifies Lindsay Was 'Very Good' Mother in Day 8 of Her Murder Trial

Aug 6, 2026

The CBS News segment covered day eight of Lindsay Clancy's murder trial in Plymouth Superior Court. Prosecutors argue she knowingly strangled her three children—Cora, 5; Dawson, 3; and Callan, 8 months—in January 2023. Her defense claims she is not criminally responsible due to overmedication and extreme postpartum psychosis. Testimony centered on her character as a mother and prior expressions of mental health struggles. Reporter Chanel Call highlighted Christopher Clancy (Patrick Clancy's father and Lindsay's former father-in-law), who described her as 'very mothering,' protective, 'very good,' and part of an 'all-American family.' Cross-examination by both sides elicited similar positive portrayals. Friends, a childhood acquaintance of nearly 30 years, and former co-workers testified she was a caring mother who had confided in them about postpartum difficulties and efforts to seek care. The jury's key decision is criminal responsibility rather than the facts of the killings, which Clancy has admitted.

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Bank of America data shows 5% spending rise in 2026 World Cup host cities

Aug 6, 2026

The CBS News segment reports on a new Bank of America Institute analysis of credit and debit card transaction data during the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup. It highlights a roughly 5% year-over-year increase in spending in U.S. host cities, with non-locals (visitors from outside the local CBSA) driving a 17% rise. Senior economist David Tinsley explains that visitor spending, particularly in restaurants and bars, moved the needle most, with Kansas City seeing the largest 7% boost due to its smaller size and high-profile teams. The discussion also covers demographic patterns showing stronger gains among lower-income consumers and Gen Z. Sourcing relies entirely on Bank of America's aggregated, anonymized data from tens of millions of consumer and small-business accounts. Tinsley is interviewed live; no outside experts or critics appear. The report notes methodology details such as distinguishing locals from visitors by home address proximity and excludes cash, international cards in some cuts, and broader GDP effects.

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SpaceX Reports $7.8B Q2 Revenue, Beats Expectations in First Public Earnings

Aug 4, 2026

The CBS News segment covered SpaceX's first quarterly earnings report since its June 2026 IPO, highlighting $7.8 billion in Q2 revenue that nearly doubled prior results and beat analyst expectations. It attributed growth to AI computing deals and Starlink satellite expansion, noted the IPO opened at $135 per share making Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire, and reported the stock closed at $125 before dropping in after-hours trading. Correspondent Kelly O'Grady discussed takeaways including strong future potential in space travel, AI, and internet services, Musk's more measured tone compared to past Tesla commentary, investor concerns over AI spending, and indirect exposure for average Americans through Nasdaq-100 index funds in 401(k)s. The report relied on the company's earnings release and Musk's comments, with no named external analysts beyond the correspondent. Graphics referenced stock performance and revenue; the throughline focused on the positive beat tempered by valuation worries and long-term ambitions like a lunar colony.

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Berlin Pride attack suspect Abdul Ballout was in deradicalization program prior to disqualification

Jul 27, 2026

The segment covers the July 2026 Berlin Pride parade vehicle attack that killed one woman and injured 29 others. It identifies the 21-year-old German-born suspect Abdul Ballout, details his ISIS ties, prior conviction for preparing violence and sharing propaganda, suspended sentence, and mandated participation in a deradicalization program. The broadcast explains Germany's deradicalization efforts since the 2000s, shifts toward jihadist cases after 2010, the role of the Violence Prevention Network NGO in providing housing and jobs, and a BAMF hotline that generated over 3,000 cases. It includes commentary from program communications director Cornelisa Lotthammer and expert Bill Braniff on early intervention and recidivism.

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DNC Chair Ken Martin faces HR complaint and cash shortfall ahead of midterms

Jul 27, 2026

CBS News panel with Democratic strategist Joel Payne and Republican Jesse Arm discusses recent New York Times reporting on DNC Chair Ken Martin. Segments cover an alleged phone-throwing incident leading to an HR complaint, the DNC's reported debt, visibility and leadership shortcomings, and broader party divisions between establishment and progressive factions. They also address polling on Trump tax policies, generic ballot numbers, voter motivation gaps, and the Maine Senate race after Graham Platner's withdrawal.

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Trump to host Netanyahu and Zelenskyy amid US-Iran strike pause and Hormuz talks

Jul 27, 2026

The segment covers the US pause in strikes on Iran after nearly two weeks, linked by sources to Oman-Iran diplomatic progress on reopening the Strait of Hormuz. It previews upcoming White House meetings: Israeli PM Netanyahu's first with Trump since the war began, and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's visit. Background includes past Trump-Netanyahu friction, a US-Saudi civilian nuclear deal now conditioned on Abraham Accords, and Ukraine's weekend strike on an Iranian vessel in the Caspian Sea transporting military cargo to Russia. Correspondent Nancy Cordes provides analysis from the White House lawn.

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CBS News poll shows majority disapproval of Trump economy and Iran handling ahead of midterms

Jul 26, 2026

The segment reports on a new CBS News poll released near the 100-day mark before the 2026 midterms. It highlights disapproval of President Trump's handling of the economy (nearly two-thirds), inflation (over 70%), and prices, alongside public views on the ongoing US-Iran conflict that began February 28, 2026.

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CBS reports Pentagon munitions strain and Jordan casualties as US-Iran war pauses

Jul 26, 2026

The segment covers the fifth month of the US-Iran war, noting a two-day pause in strikes linked to diplomatic progress. It highlights Pentagon concerns over dwindling air defense and other munitions stockpiles amid a US military buildup including B-1 bombers. Reports include three US soldier deaths and nearly 100 wounded in Jordan and the region, plus Houthi attacks on Saudi oil facilities and threats to Red Sea shipping raising oil prices.

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NYPD deploys drones to apprehend five Brooklyn train surfers

Jul 25, 2026

CBS News short features NYPD drone and dispatch audio tracking train surfers in Brooklyn. Officers describe suspects by clothing as they run on tracks and enter a backyard. The clip shows real-time coordination to locate and detain the teens. Sourcing draws directly from NYPD-released drone video and radio traffic. No guests or additional segments appear in the short format.

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48 Hours details three husbands convicted of murdering their wives in Ohio, Arizona, Nevada cases

Jul 25, 2026

The broadcast compiles three 48 Hours episodes on marriage-related murders. The first covers Dr. Mark Wangler's 2011 conviction for killing his wife Kathy with carbon monoxide in Lima, Ohio, in 2006. The second examines the 1996 pipe-bomb murder of Gary Triano and the 2014 convictions of ex-wife Pam Phillips and Ron Young. The third details the 2012 hammer murder of Shauna TFA and the 2015 convictions of husband George TFA and Null Stevens.

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Johnny Depp appears as Ebenezer Scrooge at San Diego Comic-Con 2026

Jul 24, 2026

CBS News segment covers the opening of San Diego Comic-Con 2026, noting the convention's growth since 1970 and Johnny Depp's surprise appearance to promote his film Ebenezer. Reporter interviews Comic-Con spokesman David Glanzer on surprises, ticket sales, and what distinguishes the event. Glanzer mentions other guests including John Cena and Guillermo del Toro, emphasizes early sell-outs and free autographs by stars.

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