Christmas 2022 live blog: The best holiday deals you can get on gifts, decorations and more, plus the best Christmas movies
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Amazon Cyber Monday sale: Save $50 on the new Apple AirPods Pro 2 while they last
Get the second generation Apple AirPods Pro 2 for $200 at Amazon's Cyber Monday sale.
100 Most Wanted Holiday Gifts: The Cosori Dual Blaze air fryer is on deep discount for Black Friday
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Holiday gift guide 2022: The best luxury gifts to give
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Best Roku TV deals at Walmart: These budget smart TVs start at $88
Cyber Week may be over, but you can still get fantastic deals on a budget smart TV at Walmart.
Holiday gift guide 2022: The best deals at Best Buy this week
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The best tech deals you can still shop at Best Buy: Theragun Pro, iRobot Roomba i7+ and more
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Walmart Deals for Days: The best deals at the Walmart Black Friday sale you can still shop
Don't bother driving to your local Walmart -- all of the retailer's best Black Friday 2022 deals are online.
Best Walmart deals you can still shop: Apple, Samsung, Roku TVs, PS5 games and more Christmas gift ideas
Here are the best Walmart deals on top gifts, such as Apple TVs, robot vacuums, gaming consoles and more.
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Holiday gift guide 2022: The best deals at Best Buy this week
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Best robot vacuum deals under $100
Holiday sale season is here, and robot vacuums have never been cheaper. Here are the best robot vacuums under $100.
Best robot vacuum deals: iRobot Roomba, Samsung Jet Bot, Eufy, Roborock and more
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The best tech deals you can still shop at Best Buy: Theragun Pro, iRobot Roomba i7+ and more
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Best Amazon Cyber Monday deals you can still get: Apple, Samsung, iRobot, 4K TVs and more
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Best Amazon Cyber Monday deals you can still get: Apple, Samsung, iRobot, 4K TVs and more
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This 4.4-star-rated Bowflex SelectTech dumbbell alternative is under $100 at Walmart
Get fit for the holidays with this Walmart Cyber Week deal on the FitRx SmartBell adjustable dumbbell.
Best Walmart deals you can still shop: Apple, Samsung, Roku TVs, PS5 games and more Christmas gift ideas
Here are the best Walmart deals on top gifts, such as Apple TVs, robot vacuums, gaming consoles and more.
The best deals on Apple AirPods, the Apple Watch, Apple MacBook and more Apple products ahead of the holidays
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Best stocking stuffer 2022 deals and gift ideas
We've found perfect stocking stuffer deals ahead of Christmas.
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Walmart Cyber Monday: The Amazfit Bip 3 smart watch is just $35 today
This wallet-friendly wearable is on sale for Cyber Monday.
Walmart Cyber Monday: The Echelon Connect Sport-S indoor cycling bike is $502 off
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The best deals on dishwashers before Christmas
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Best Amazon Cyber Monday deals you can still get: Apple, Samsung, iRobot, 4K TVs and more
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Christmas 2022 gift guide: Best Cyber Week deals under $100 you can still get
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The best deals on dishwashers before Christmas
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The best deals on refrigerators before Christmas
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The best kitchen appliance deals before Christmas
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Christmas 2022 live blog: The best holiday deals you can get on gifts, decorations and more, plus the best Christmas movies
Start counting down the days to Christmas with the CBS Essentials ultimate Christmas live blog.
Holiday gift guide 2022: Best deals at Amazon
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The best holiday deals on air fryers, Instant Pots and more kitchen appliances
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Best robot vacuum deals under $100
Holiday sale season is here, and robot vacuums have never been cheaper. Here are the best robot vacuums under $100.
Best robot vacuum deals: iRobot Roomba, Samsung Jet Bot, Eufy, Roborock and more
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Best Amazon Cyber Monday deals you can still get: Apple, Samsung, iRobot, 4K TVs and more
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Christmas 2022 live blog: The best holiday deals you can get on gifts, decorations and more, plus the best Christmas movies
Start counting down the days to Christmas with the CBS Essentials ultimate Christmas live blog.
Best Roku TV deals at Walmart: These budget smart TVs start at $88
Cyber Week may be over, but you can still get fantastic deals on a budget smart TV at Walmart.
The best deals on dishwashers before Christmas
Shop holiday dishwasher deals now.
The best deals on induction ranges before Christmas
Shop deals on top-rated electric and induction ranges from Samsung, LG and more.
The best deals on refrigerators before Christmas
Shop on-sale refrigerators and more kitchen appliances from Samsung, LG and more.
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John Travolta remembers friend Kirstie Alley after her death
Travolta called Alley "one of the most special relationships I've ever had."
Trial begins over death of woman beheaded by gate in Utah national park
After requesting that the family leave the courtroom, the attorney recounted the moment Michaud realized his wife had been killed.
Supreme Court appears sympathetic to Colorado designer in free speech dispute
The court heard arguments in a case about a Christian business owner who says her religious beliefs prevent her from creating custom websites for a same-sex wedding.
Robinhood wants to be your retirement fund, offering 1% match
Stock app dangles a matching contribution to attract customers who may not have a company-based retirement plan.
End of restriction on gay blood donors to face key federal vote next year
A panel of federal health advisers will likely vote on a recommendation in the spring, potentially ending a controversial policy that's persisted for decades.
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Meta oversight board urges changes to VIP moderation system
System that exempted high-profile users, including former President Trump, from content removal needs overhaul, panel says.
Robinhood wants to be your retirement fund, offering 1% match
Stock app dangles a matching contribution to attract customers who may not have a company-based retirement plan.
Made money online this year? You could owe more in taxes
Under new IRS rule, anyone who earned more than $600 this year by selling things online or doing gig work could face tax hit.
Hospital shutdown spurs questions about private equity in health care
A for-profit California company saw windfall dividend — and patients scrambled for care, a CBS News investigation found.
Stocks fall as strong data suggests difficult inflation fight
"It's more of that 'good news is bad news,'" said Tom Martin, senior portfolio manager at Globalt Investments.
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How to watch the Georgia Senate runoff results
Although Sen. Raphael Warnock led Herschel Walker on Election Day, he didn't win more than 50% of the vote, which is required to avoid a runoff in Georgia.
Supreme Court appears sympathetic to Colorado designer in free speech dispute
The court heard arguments in a case about a Christian business owner who says her religious beliefs prevent her from creating custom websites for a same-sex wedding.
Meta oversight board urges changes to VIP moderation system
System that exempted high-profile users, including former President Trump, from content removal needs overhaul, panel says.
U.S. broadens immigration program for Haitian migrants, citing humanitarian crisis
The Biden administration cited the deteriorating humanitarian crisis in the destitute Caribbean nation, which has been beset by an outbreak of violence.
Michael Avenatti sentenced to 14 years for stealing from clients
The sentencing judge said the suspended attorney "has done great evil for which he must answer."
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End of restriction on gay blood donors to face key federal vote next year
A panel of federal health advisers will likely vote on a recommendation in the spring, potentially ending a controversial policy that's persisted for decades.
The Checkup: With Dr. David Agus
CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. David Agus joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss the launch of his new Paramount+ show "The Checkup: With Dr. David Agus." Some of the entertainment world's biggest celebrities sit down with Agus to share their own health struggles.
Hospital shutdown spurs questions about private equity in health care
A for-profit California company saw windfall dividend — and patients scrambled for care, a CBS News investigation found.
Private equity and hospitals
Private equity is piling into healthcare, snapping up everything from local doctors' offices, to specialty clinics, even hospices. A CBS News investigation looked at these deals and found the owners of one for-profit company made millions, before some of their community hospitals shut down, leaving patients scrambling for care.
Family block vital surgery for infant over COVID-vaccinated blood
Authorities want to take partial custody of the child, leaving the parents in charge of non-medical care, but allowing the procedure to go ahead.
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Will Harry and Meghan's docuseries force Britain to confront racism?
One British insider says some people in the U.K. simply aren't ready for the message, especially from an American duchess.
Meta oversight board urges changes to VIP moderation system
System that exempted high-profile users, including former President Trump, from content removal needs overhaul, panel says.
8 killed in Mexican resort, including 5 in bar shooting
In the neighboring state of Michoacan, prosecutors said they had found the half-buried bodies of five men.
Pregnant woman killed by assailants who stole her unborn baby
They allegedly sliced open the victim to extract the fetus because the woman attacker was unable to have children herself, an official said.
Family block vital surgery for infant over COVID-vaccinated blood
Authorities want to take partial custody of the child, leaving the parents in charge of non-medical care, but allowing the procedure to go ahead.
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John Travolta remembers friend Kirstie Alley after her death
Travolta called Alley "one of the most special relationships I've ever had."
The Points Guys on best of 2022
First on "CBS Mornings," "The Points Guy" Founder and CEO Brian Kelly and "The Points Guy UK" Senior Content Director Nicky Kelvin unveil the winners of The Points Guys Awards, including the best hotels and airline loyalty programs of 2022
The Checkup: With Dr. David Agus
CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. David Agus joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss the launch of his new Paramount+ show "The Checkup: With Dr. David Agus." Some of the entertainment world's biggest celebrities sit down with Agus to share their own health struggles.
UK prepares for more royal revelations
In the days before the Netflix release of Meghan & Harry, British tabloids have reacted to the teasers alone with criticism. As CBS correspondent Holly Williams reports, others in the UK think recent events corroborate the Sussex version of events, including claims Meghan was subjected to racism.
Kirstie Alley, "Cheers" actress, dead
Kirstie Alley, the actress best known for her role as Rebecca Howe on the sitcom "Cheers," has died, her family said Monday. She was 71. "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King looks back on Alley's life and career.
Technology
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Ransomware group targeted dozens of schools in 2022, new report finds
Researchers at Palo Alto Networks found cybercriminals attacked 40 education organizations in 2022, including 15 in the United States.
Data shows hate speech rising on Twitter
New data shows hate speech on Twitter is rising following Elon Musk’s takeover of the social media platform. Research from the Center for Countering Digital Hate shows that slurs against Black people more than tripled the 2022 average, while slurs against gay people rose 58%. Michael Edison Hayden, senior investigative reporter for the Southern Poverty Law Center's Intelligence Project, joins CBS News to discuss.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
Uber seeks to avoid tech layoffs
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi says the company won't be cutting jobs despite mounting tech industry layoffs. Bloomberg Tech reporter Jackie Davalos joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the latest.
Elon Musk and Twitter: Is he in over his head?
The man behind cutting-edge companies Tesla and SpaceX recently bought Twitter for $44 billion. What followed has been a chaotic period for the social media platform (and its advertisers), as the modern-day "town square" has been shaken to its core.
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Earthshot Prize winner on climate innovation
Five "eco innovators" have been named winners of the second-ever Earthshot Prize. Rodrigo Garcia Gonzalez is co-founder and co-CEO of NotPla, is a company that uses plants and seaweed as an alternative to single-use plastic packaging and a winner of the Earthshot Prize. He joins CBS News' Lilia Luciano to discuss their work and the significance of the award.
Artemis moonship heads back to Earth on last leg of test flight
A final major engine firing went off without a hitch to put the Orion capsule on course for Sunday re-entry and splashdown.
Climate and environmental innovators honored by Prince William
The inventors were honored with $1.2 million in prize money to boost their work.
Drought affecting more than half of U.S.
America's largest rivers are reaching their lowest levels ever, threatening water access for millions. CBS News anchor Anne-Marie Green breaks down the ongoing water scarcity crisis.
Mauna Loa volcano lava flow slows as it nears key Hawaii highway
It is oozing at a speed of less than 50 yards per hour, meaning it takes about two hours to move the length of a football field.
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"Missing Justice" podcast: The U.S. v. Jerard David Threefingers
The revelations are covered in the fourth episode of CBS News' investigative podcast "Missing Justice."
8 killed in Mexican resort, including 5 in bar shooting
In the neighboring state of Michoacan, prosecutors said they had found the half-buried bodies of five men.
FBI: Fugitive caught after 9 years but wife, another man still at large
Gortari-Redondo's co-conspirators ― his wife and another man ― are still at large, and there is a $3,500 reward offered for each of them.
Pregnant woman killed by assailants who stole her unborn baby
They allegedly sliced open the victim to extract the fetus because the woman attacker was unable to have children herself, an official said.
Man who shot Lady Gaga's dog walker sentenced to 21 years in prison
James Howard Jackson, one of three men and two accomplices who participated in the violent robbery and its aftermath, pleaded no contest to one count of attempted murder.
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Artemis moonship heads back to Earth on last leg of test flight
A final major engine firing went off without a hitch to put the Orion capsule on course for Sunday re-entry and splashdown.
Spacewalkers continue solar power upgrade on space station
Josh Cassada and Frank Rubio float outside the space station to install the third of six new roll-out solar blankets.
Stunning photos from NASA's Artemis I moon mission
The Orion spacecraft is sending back some amazing pictures from its 25-day, 1.3-million-mile journey around the moon.
China sends astronauts to its space station
China has sent three astronauts to its recently built Tiangong space station, marking a major step for China's independent space program. Plus, NASA is celebrating the successes of its Artemis 1 mission. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood discussed the latest.
China launches new crew to Tiangong space station
The Shenzhou 15 crew will take over from three fellow space station fliers as China establishes a permanent presence in low-Earth orbit.
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Linda Slaten's sons: "We wanna know who killed our mom"
After Linda Slaten was murdered in 1981, her sons Jeff and Tim spent almost 40 years hoping their mother's case would get solved. Take a look inside the investigation.
Stunning photos from NASA's Artemis I moon mission
The Orion spacecraft is sending back some amazing pictures from its 25-day, 1.3-million-mile journey around the moon.
Photos: White House Christmas decorations celebrate "We the People"
First lady Jill Biden unveiled a winter wonderland of decorations inspired by the theme, "We the People."
Michael Politte's fight for freedom
An inside look at the case against a 14-year-old boy accused of killing his mother and how decades later, doubt has been cast on his guilt.
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Georgia voters head to polls in runoff
Democratic Senator Raphael Warnock and Republican challenger Herschel Walker made their final pitch to voters Monday in Georgia's Senate runoff election. Tia Mitchell, Washington correspondent for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joined CBS News to discuss the candidates' strategies.
CBS Mornings Deals
On this week's edition of CBS Mornings Deals, lifestyle expert Gayle Bass shows us three items including the Revolution touch-screen toaster with panini mode that might just make your day a little bit better. Visit cbsdeals.com to take advantage of these exclusive deals today. CBS earns commissions on purchases made through cbsdeals.com.
The Dish: La Mia Mamma
For “The Dish,” Italian restaurant La Mia Mamma is highlighted. Ian Lee has more.
The Points Guys on best of 2022
First on "CBS Mornings," "The Points Guy" Founder and CEO Brian Kelly and "The Points Guy UK" Senior Content Director Nicky Kelvin unveil the winners of The Points Guys Awards, including the best hotels and airline loyalty programs of 2022
The Checkup: With Dr. David Agus
CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. David Agus joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss the launch of his new Paramount+ show "The Checkup: With Dr. David Agus." Some of the entertainment world's biggest celebrities sit down with Agus to share their own health struggles.