Senators want TikTok investigated for "national security risks"
The senators say TikTok "is a potential counterintelligence threat we cannot ignore"
Cybersecurity
Cybercriminals are doing big business in the gaming chat app Discord
Why use the dark web when you can use Discord? Hackers are using the startup's technology to sell everything from allegedly hacked American Express accounts to forged currency and malware
DNC warns 2020 Democratic campaigns to avoid Russian-made FaceApp
Artificial face-aging app has exploded in popularity, but given tech experts' concerns over privacy, DNC says "benefits of avoiding the app outweigh the risks"
Florida city to pay hackers big ransom for seized computer systems
Lake City to fork out $460,000 to retake email and other servers in 2nd ransomware payout by a Florida city in a week
Your old tax returns could be on sale for $1.04
Identity theft has never been this cheap — you can buy anything from old tax returns to bank accounts on the dark web
Dating apps expose lovebirds to scams and hackers
Mobile apps have transformed the dating experience but they can also expose sensitive information to fraudsters
Hackers are stealing medical records – and selling them on the dark web
How easy is it for criminals to get hold of these patient files? It only took a few seconds
Hacker confesses to stealing data from German leader, other politicians
Officials said the hacker leaked the data because he was "annoyed" by some of the victims' public statements
Hack exposes German politicians' data, but spares far-right party
Data from hundreds of officials reportedly includes cellphone numbers, addresses, party communications, bills and credit card details
Experts: Don't send sensitive info on Facebook Messenger
"I would not trust Facebook with any of my information in a million years," one cybersecurity expert told CBS News
Hacking group "Charming Kitten" targets nuclear experts and Treasury officials
A cybersecurity group tied the hackers to the Iranian government
Chinese hackers behind Marriott data breach?
Reuters report says, hackers left clues suggesting they may have been working for Chinese intelligence
Quora data breach exposes 100 million users' personal info
Information sharing website says it detected "unauthorized access" to one of its systems "by a malicious third party"
Marriott data breach: 5 steps to protect yourself after the hack
Experts recommend taking these 5 steps to safeguard your finances after Marriott disclosed the massive breach
Marriott data breach may expose 500 million guests
Hotel chain says hack may have compromised people's names, phone numbers and passport numbers
Google Plus shutting down after user data exposed
Maybe even worse: Google executives chose not to disclose the data-security debacle when it was uncovered last March
Data exposed for up to 500,000 Google+ users
Google never disclosed security vulnerability that affected Google+ users from 2015 to 2018, says Wall Street Journal
Dutch say Russian cyberattack on global chemical weapons agency thwarted
Netherlands defense chief says operation against OPCW by 4 agents of Russia's GRU military intelligence agency was disrupted in April
U.K. says Russian cyberattacks are "actions of a pariah state"
British defense chief, meeting with Jim Mattis and other NATO counterparts, vows "will be exposing" nefarious acts by Moscow
Hackers targeting direct payroll deposits: FBI
Feds warn people working in education, healthcare and commercial aviation to be especially on guard for fraudsters
Microsoft president on "first line of defense" in cybersecurity
Brad Smith spoke first on "CBS This Morning" about the AI for Humanitarian Action initiative, a $40M program that the tech giant says would save lives
$60M in virtual currency stolen in hack
Virtual currency exchange operator in Japan says bitcoin, monacoin, and bitcoin cash stolen after server illegally accessed for transfer
How to hack the midterm election with social media
Coordinated social media influence campaigns may be the most effective method of meddling with elections
Justice Dept. announces charges against North Korean hacker in Sony attack
The announcement came only hours after President Trump praised North Korean leader Kim Jong Un
What can we learn from the "most devastating" cyberattack in history?
Wired investigates cyberweapon NotPetya, which paralyzed major companies and caused $10 billion in damage
Technology
The most popular trends on Twitter this year
President Trump, Neymar, BTS and the face with tears of joy emoji 😂 have one thing in common: They were each the most tweeted-about in their respective categories in 2019.
Amazon: We lost Pentagon deal because of Trump pressure
Amazon, the top company in cloud computing, is suing for second crack at $10 billion contract awarded to rival Microsoft
FTC: Cambridge Analytica deceived Facebook users
The political consulting firm was used by President Trump's 2016 campaign.
Peloton ad costs the company and shareholders $1.6 billion
Even Wall Street seems to hate the fitness equipment maker's TV commercial that some have panned as sexist.
Doctors urge FTC to protect kids from online advertisers
Pediatricians and consumer advocates are concerned about how digital media can impact children's development
Peloton stands by ad despite accusations of sexism
After uproar, exercise bike maker says TV spot is meant to "celebrate that fitness and wellness journey."
How not to lose your AirPods: Put them on a $60 cord
Nordstrom has a holiday gift for the forgetful — a special strap to help users stay attached to the pricey earbuds.
High winds force 24-hour delay for launch of SpaceX cargo ship
SpaceX's 19th cargo flight to the space station will deliver more than 5,500 pounds of supplies and equipment.
Report finds many free dating apps don't screen for sex offenders
Janine Dunphy said she was attacked by a man with three prior rape convictions.
Larry Page and Sergey Brin step down as leaders of Alphabet
Sundar Pichai will take the reins as chief executive, marking a major change in the internet giant's management.
Peloton bike ad divides internet over body imagery
The internet is abuzz over a Peloton ad that some say implies an already thin woman needs to lose some weight.
Alleged "bro culture" costs video game developer $10 million
Company behind League of Legends settles suit that claimed widespread discrimination against the women who worked there
Your smart TV might be spying on you, FBI warns
Hackers can take over your TV set to change channels, turn up volume or cyberstalk through its microphone and camera.
Gadget prices could rise if China trade talks collapse
While Trump insists he's in no rush for an agreement, deadline looms for tariffs on phones, laptops and other items.
Cyber Monday spending hit $12 million a minute during peak hours
The so-called "golden hours of retail" took place between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. after Americans returned home from work.
World
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Chilean Air Force plane believed to have crashed with dozens on board
The plane lost contact with operators approximately six hours ago.
Banksy paints holiday mural highlighting homelessness
The anonymous graffiti artist strikes again — this time with a reindeer mural in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
73-year-old woman is running from U.K. to Nepal for charity
"I never know where I sleep every night. I sleep in fields. I sleep in the streets. I get up and run. I meet people I would never meet any other way," said Rosie Swale Pope.
Border apprehensions drop for sixth month in a row
Official believe their stringent measures to restrict access to America's asylum system are sending a powerful message of deterrence
Tourists missing after deadly New Zealand volcano eruption
Officials say about 50 people were on or near White Island at the time of the eruption, and at least five have been confirmed dead.
U.S.
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Vanna White hosts "Wheel of Fortune" solo for first time
Episodes featuring the letter-turner as host began airing on Monday. In her usual role was Minnie Mouse.
House Democrats to unveil 2 articles of impeachment
The two articles are expected to be tied to President Trump's abuse of power and obstruction of Congress, CBS News has confirmed.
Infowars host interrupts House impeachment hearing
Owen Shroyer, the host of a talk show on Infowars, filmed himself protesting at the start of the House Judiciary Committee's impeachment hearing Monday.
Pete Frates, Ice Bucket Challenge founder, has died at age 34
Pete Frates was diagnosed with ALS in 2012 at the age of 27. He and his family made significant efforts to raise awareness and money to try and find a cure for the progressive disease.
Away CEO steps down after report of "toxic" work environment
Lululemon COO Stuart Haselden will assume the role of Away CEO in January of 2020.
Politics
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House Democrats to unveil 2 articles of impeachment
The two articles are expected to be tied to President Trump's abuse of power and obstruction of Congress, CBS News has confirmed.
Infowars host interrupts House impeachment hearing
Owen Shroyer, the host of a talk show on Infowars, filmed himself protesting at the start of the House Judiciary Committee's impeachment hearing Monday.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: McKinsey allows Buttigieg to disclose clients
Buttigieg worked for the consulting firm from 2007-2010 and was previously banned by the company from revealing clients, despite a widespread call for him to do so.
DOJ watchdog releases report on origins of Russia investigation
The Justice Department's inspector general has issued his report on whether the FBI was justified in launching a probe of the Trump campaign.
McKinsey to allow Buttigieg to disclose identity of his consulting clients
Buttigieg released a timeline of his work at McKinsey from 2007 to 2010 on Friday
Entertainment
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Vanna White hosts "Wheel of Fortune" solo for first time
Episodes featuring the letter-turner as host began airing on Monday. In her usual role was Minnie Mouse.
"Richard Jewell" under fire for depiction of female journalist
The film depicts Kathy Scruggs as trading sex for tips — but the publication where the real Scruggs worked said that never happened.
Megan Rapinoe named Sports Illustrated sportsperson of year
She is just the fourth woman to win the award unaccompanied in its 66 years.
Banksy paints holiday mural highlighting homelessness
The anonymous graffiti artist strikes again — this time with a reindeer mural in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
The most popular trends on Twitter this year
President Trump, Neymar, BTS and the face with tears of joy emoji 😂 have one thing in common: They were each the most tweeted-about in their respective categories in 2019.
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The most popular trends on Twitter this year
President Trump, Neymar, BTS and the face with tears of joy emoji 😂 have one thing in common: They were each the most tweeted-about in their respective categories in 2019.
Amazon: We lost Pentagon deal because of Trump pressure
Amazon, the top company in cloud computing, is suing for second crack at $10 billion contract awarded to rival Microsoft
FTC: Cambridge Analytica deceived Facebook users
The political consulting firm was used by President Trump's 2016 campaign.
Peloton ad costs the company and shareholders $1.6 billion
Even Wall Street seems to hate the fitness equipment maker's TV commercial that some have panned as sexist.
Doctors urge FTC to protect kids from online advertisers
Pediatricians and consumer advocates are concerned about how digital media can impact children's development
Science
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Russian cargo ship reaches space station
The Progress docking came less than a day after a SpaceX Dragon cargo ship reached the space station
Plastic pollution has killed half a million hermit crabs
Hermit crabs are feeling the devastating effects of plastic pollution.
World's oceans are losing oxygen at a dangerous rate, study says
Scientists warn that ocean deoxygenation will have widespread global effects on marine ecosystems and the people that rely on them.
Cities ban gas in new homes because of climate change
As states and cities set ambitious clean-energy goals, they're moving to eliminate the "cleaner" fossil fuel.
Dozens of hungry polar bears causing problems for a Russian village
Environmentalists says unusually warm weather has kept the "thin" bears from their usual hunting grounds, so they've come inland.
Health
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White Castle recalls frozen burgers over listeria fears
Fast-food chain says bacteria that can cause serious infection linked to one of its manufacturing plants.
Supreme Court rejects challenge to Kentucky abortion law
The court rejected the case, without comment or dissent, leaving the 2017 law in place.
What to ask about social media influencers' medical posts
Pharmaceutical companies, health care providers, and advocacy groups are turning to celebrities and influencers to get their messages out on social media.
Eugenia Zukerman on keeping her sense of humor and dignity in the face of Alzheimer's
The acclaimed flutist, broadcast journalist and author opens up about her diagnosis, and how music, writing and finding joy in life are helping her cope with a fading memory
Dollar Stores and food deserts
In the latest struggle between Main Street and corporate America, grocers say the rapidly-expanding chains of Dollar General, Dollar Tree and Family Dollar have effectively forced them out of business, thereby reducing options for fresh food and produce for miles around
MoneyWatch
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Away CEO steps down after report of "toxic" work environment
Lululemon COO Stuart Haselden will assume the role of Away CEO in January of 2020.
White Castle recalls frozen burgers over listeria fears
Fast-food chain says bacteria that can cause serious infection linked to one of its manufacturing plants.
Walmart pulls sweater with snowman and lines of cocaine
Retailer faces blowback over clothing that showed Santa Claus in front of three white lines that look like cocaine.
Why there are so few black workers in top corporate jobs
Less than 1% of Fortune 500 companies are led by an African-American CEO, analysis shows.
U.S. plan would jack up the cost of researching ancestors
Trump administration plan to hike fees would make it much pricier for people to explore their family tree
Crime
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New parent charged in college admissions scam will plead guilty
Karen Littlefair admitted to paying $9,000 to help her son fraudulently earn college credits at Georgetown University.
Trans women are targets behind bars, lawsuit claims
Class-action lawsuit claims trans women are discriminated against and face abuse in Colorado prisons due to their gender identity.
Man arrested after disturbing videos
A San Diego man is facing felony weapons charges after YouTube videos showed pointing guns out a hotel window. In a jailhouse interview, he said none of it was real. Janet Shamlian has more.
Pensacola shooting possible act of terrorism
Investigators are still searching for a motive after a shooting at Naval Air Station Pensacola. The FBI is now calling the attack a possible act of terrorism. David Begnaud has the latest.
Planned Parenthood shooter faces new federal charges
A federal grand jury has indicted Robert Lewis Dear in the 2015 shooting at an abortion clinic in Colorado Springs that left three dead and nine others injured.
Space
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Russian cargo ship reaches space station
The Progress docking came less than a day after a SpaceX Dragon cargo ship reached the space station
Russian cargo ship launches to follow SpaceX Dragon to Space Station
The Russian freighter is expected to arrive at the space station early Monday, one day after a SpaceX Dragon cargo ship arrives.
SpaceX launches Dragon cargo ship to space station
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket vaulted away from the Florida coast Thursday and climbed smoothly into orbit, putting a Dragon cargo ship on course for a three-day flight to the International Space Station. Watch the launch.
SpaceX launches cargo ship on three-day flight to space station
The SpaceX launch is the first of two rapid-fire cargo delivery missions to the International Space Station.
High winds force 24-hour delay for launch of SpaceX cargo ship
SpaceX's 19th cargo flight to the space station will deliver more than 5,500 pounds of supplies and equipment.
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Photos: White House Christmas decorations
The White House says this year's theme, "The Spirit of America," is "a tribute to the traditions, customs, and history that make our Nation great."
Dale Pike murder: Evidence photos in the case against Enrico Forti
In 1998, Dale Pike came to Miami to discuss a business deal with Enrico Forti -- the next day he was dead, and Forti was the prime suspect
The best movies of 2019, ranked
From the Irishman to Toy Story 4, these are the highest-rated films released in 2019.
Biggest-movie franchises
These series aren't just big -- they're really, really big,.
Kelsey Berreth murder: Crime scene evidence photos
Krystal Lee shows investigators where she says she was told to clean up the crime scene after Patrick Frazee beat Kelsey Berreth to death with a baseball bat
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CBSN Originals | Speaking Frankly: Raising Boys
Now that the #MeToo movement has brought conversations about toxic masculinity and sexual consent to the forefront of public discourse, parents are grappling with how to encourage their sons to reject some of the more traditional notions of manhood. But many say they struggle with reinforcing those values in a society that still largely adheres to deeply-rooted stereotypes. It raises the question: How do we raise our boys?
Iowa voters talk impeachment
Impeachment is dominating the news cycle in Washington, but it appears to be a lower priority for some voters on the campaign trail. CBSN political reporter Catilin Huey-Burns, Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright, and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez spoke to CBSN's Elaine Quijano on "Red & Blue" about how voters are viewing impeachment.
CBSN Originals | Speaking Frankly: Title IX
Obama-era rules set tough new standards for how schools should handle cases of sexual misconduct on campus under Title IX. But some alleged victims say the investigations made matters worse, while many of the accused claim they're being denied due process. Now, the Trump administration has offered a new set of guidelines. Will that fix the problems?
IG releases report on Russia probe
The Justice Department's internal watchdog released a highly anticipated report about surveillance of the Trump campaign in 2016. It found no evidence of political bias, but it did uncover some serious flaws. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge and CBSN legal contributor and former Assistant District Attorney for New York County Rebecca Roiphe join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the report's findings.
CBSN Originals | Speaking Frankly: Porn
With smartphones and wireless internet, gaining access to pornography has never been easier for young people. But experts say early exposure to porn can "rewire" young people’s brains, distort their views of sexual behavior, and even contribute to dating violence. Now, educators are trying to find ways to teach kids how to think critically about porn to help them foster healthier relationships.
