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WorldView: Indonesia bus crash, Galápagos diesel spill and more

At least 26 people are dead after a bus plunged 250 feet into a ravine on the Indonesian island of Sumatra. A ship spilled 600 gallons of diesel just off the coast of one of the Galapagos Islands, raising concerns about the vulnerable ecosystem. And more than a dozen people were hurt in a crowd crush when an Australian mall’s giveaway event went wrong. Cindy Pom rounds up the world headlines from London. Source

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Heavy rains complicate holiday travel plans

With a record number of people expected to travel this holiday season, bad weather is causing problems for some. CBS News correspondent Mola Lenghi joins CBSN AM from Newark Liberty International Airport as people take to the skies for the holidays. Source

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Democrats, Republicans deadlocked over next steps in impeachment

Democrats and Republicans remain deadlocked over how to proceed with President Trump’s upcoming impeachment trial in the Senate. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is calling for witnesses and White House documents, while Majority Leader Mitch McConnell calls House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s holding of the impeachment articles “absurd.” CBS News’ Marc Liverman joined CBSN AM with the latest. Source

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“Urban Nutcracker” offers a modern spin on a Christmas classic

Former ballet star Tony Williams’ “Urban Nutcracker” in Boston incorporates dance styles from hip hop to flamenco and Mexican folk. More than 75 kids from different ethnic and economic backgrounds are part of this year’s production. Dana Jacobson reports on how the show supports the mission “diversity through dance.” Source

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How to stay healthy during the holidays: “Don’t ignore your symptoms”

Doctors warn us to take extra care of our health around the holidays. Research finds our risk of having a heart attack jumps 37% on Christmas Eve, and they’re most likely to happen around 10 p.m. right after dinner. Dr. Christopher Kelly and Dr. Marc Eisenberg, authors of “Am I Dying?!: Should You Chill Out or Freak Out? A Complete Guide to Your Symptoms and What to Do Next,” join “CBS This Morning” to explain when you should worry about your health. Source

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