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Teen activist Greta Thunberg declines environmental award

Greta Thunberg has decided to decline the Nordic Council’s environmental award and more than $51,000 in prize money. The Swedish teen climate change activist rejected the recognition in an Instagram post on Tuesday because “the climate movement does not need any more awards.” Source

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Democrats set to release new transcripts from 2 key impeachment figures

House Democrats are expected to release new transcripts from two key figures in their investigation. Ambassador to the EU Gordon Sondland and former special envoy to Ukraine Kurt Volker are both considered crucial witnesses. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes and CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy join CBSN to break down the latest developments. Source

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New genetic testing may better identify diabetes risk

Researchers are trying to see if a genetic test can better identify who is at risk of developing type 1 diabetes. Of the 2,000 children tested so far, 60 of them carry a higher genetic risk for the disease. Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, a board-certified physician in family and emergency medicine, joined “CBSN AM” to discuss. Source

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Donald Trump Jr. blames Democrats for “one-sided” impeachment inquiry

As the president fights against the House’s impeachment inquiry, his eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., is also hitting back at critics in his new book, “Triggered: How the Left Thrives on Hate and Wants to Silence Us.” Donald Trump Jr. joins CBSN to discuss divisive dialogue in America, whether or not the president is worried about the impeachment inquiry, and what’s next for the Trump family. Source

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U.S. begins formal withdrawal from Paris Climate Accord

The Trump administration has official begun the process of withdrawing from the landmark 2015 Paris climate agreement. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo sent a formal notice to the U.N. on Monday. The U.S. withdrawal doesn’t become complete until the day after the 2020 election. Source

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