Cyberattack impacts U.S. federal agencies, NATO allies
Victims include Johns Hopkins University, the University of Georgia, the BBC and British Airways.
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Tech fears you shouldn't worry about
Many people have privacy concerns about using public Wi-Fi, scanning QR codes and more. Shira Ovide, the writer of The Tech Friend newsletter at The Washington Post, joins CBS News to discuss some tech fears that aren't worth worrying about.
Card-skimming scams target new victims
CBS News consumer correspondent Ash-Har Quraishi explains how card skimmers are evolving — and hitting some low-income Americans hardest.
Jim Himes on Pentagon documents leak
CBS News's Catherine Herridge spoke with Rep. Jim Himes of Connecticut — a ranking member on the House Intelligence Committee — about the leaked Pentagon documents.
Montana becomes first state to pass bill completely banning TikTok
The ban would be more sweeping than the ones in place in nearly half the states and the federal government, which prohibit TikTok on government devices.
Why TikTok faces bans in the U.S.
Every month about 150 million Americans use the social media app developed in China, and that has security experts and lawmakers worried, because of how user data might be accessed by the Chinese Communist Party.
With Congress closer to banning TikTok, app's future is murky
The future of the popular mobile app, used by 150 million Americans, has never been more uncertain. Here's what to know.
Scammers are using AI voice cloning tools to dupe victims
One expert said he doesn't even answer unknown callers anymore and uses a code word with family members.
Biden admin mulling TikTok ban if Chinese parent company doesn't divest
"If protecting national security is the objective, divestment doesn't solve the problem," a TikTok spokesperson told CBS News in a statement.
Democrats come around on TikTok ban, reflecting willingness to challenge China
The growing number of Democrats backing a ban on the massively popular video app reflects an increased willingness to confront Beijing, experts say.
Don't make these 3 common password mistakes, experts say
When it comes to keeping your online accounts safe, simplicity isn't key. Here are three password mistakes you're making.
House Committee on China holds first hearing
Lawmakers are investigating a series of warnings from the Biden administration regarding China. The spy balloon incident, close ties with Russia and TikTok allegations are at the forefront. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins CBS News Mornings to discuss.
This is where TikTok has been banned around the world
Several countries and territories share U.S. officials' concern that data TikTok controls could end up in the hands of China's government.
U.S. concerns about TikTok are "absolutely valid," expert says
TikTok is just "another activity, another opportunity" for China to gain access to people's information and potentially influence the way they think, said CrowdStrike's chief security officer.
"Major" cyber attack compromised U.S. Marshals Service data
The ransomware attack was considered a "major incident" by officials, impacting a "stand-alone" system within the service, an agency spokesperson said.
TikTok CEO to testify before Congress in March
This will be CEO Shou Zi Chew's first appearance before Congress.
Data stolen from 37 million T-Mobile customers
Wireless carrier T-Mobile said Thursday the data of 37 million customers was stolen by an unidentified intruder in November. William Antonelli, tech consumer reporter for Insider, breaks down what we know so far about the data breach.
TikTok vs. Europe: Could EU data privacy law slay the "data dragon"?
"Europe must finally wake up," one Member of the European Parliament told CBS News. "If TikTok refuses to abide by EU laws, it should be banned."
TikTok faces growing national security concerns
A growing number of states and the U.S. military have banned the Chinese-owned platform on government-issued devices.
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.
Airport websites knocked offline in apparent hacking attack
The websites for some major U.S. airports appear to be recovering after being knocked offline by hackers.
Uber dealing with "cybersecurity incident" after hacker appears to breach system
There was no indication that Uber's fleet of vehicles or its operation was in any way affected.
Apple warns of security flaw for iPhones, iPads and Macs
Apple said the vulnerability would allow a hacker to impersonate a device's owner and subsequently run any software in their name.
Experts warn about potential security risks, scams in metaverse
Experts believe where there's money to be made, the criminals won't be far behind and money and personal info are at risk.
Russian-backed hackers got into Ukrainian military officials' Facebook accounts
Facebook's parent company, Meta, says they posted videos urging the Ukrainian army to surrender and filed as many as thousands of false reports against users, mainly in Ukraine and Russia, for policy violations.
Technology
Technology
Scientists recover RNA from extinct species
For the first time, scientists in Sweden have analyzed an extinct animal's RNA. They're studying the Tasmanian tiger which has been extinct since the 1930s. Marc Friedländer, associate professor in molecular biology at Stockholm University, joins CBS News to discuss what the breakthrough means for science.
iPhone 15 demand beats expectations, as fans worldwide line up to buy
Consumers are snatching up the iPhone 15 as they look to swap their old devices for something newer and more powerful, analysts said.
YouTube CEO defends decision to demonetize Russell Brand's channel
YouTube suspended Russell Brand's ability to earn money from his online videos earlier this week after multiple women accused Brand of rape, sexual assault and abuse — allegations he denies.
Amazon to run ads with Prime Video shows — unless you pay more
Amazon says it will begin include ads in its Prime Video content, but will offer an ad-free version for customers who pay extra.
How the AI revolution is different: It threatens white-collar workers
Emerging forms of artificial intelligence could displace a range of "knowledge workers," new analysis finds.
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.
Apple iOS 17: What it offers and how to get it
Apple's newest software update brings several new features to iPhones, including Standby mode and live voicemail transcribing.
George R.R. Martin, top authors sue OpenAI, alleging "systematic theft"
Suit claims the company behind ChatGPT fed copyrighted works by bestselling writers including Scott Turow and Elin Hilderbrand into its AI.
Clorox shortages expected after cyberattack
Clorox says it's moving back to normal operations this week after a cyberattack reported in mid-August shut down the company's order-processing system. Teresa Rivas, a reporter for Barron's, joined CBS News to discuss what's known about the hack and what kind of effects are expected on store shelves.
U.S.
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Man imprisoned 22 years "cried like a baby" after murder charges dropped
Joey Watkins was 20 years old when he was convicted and sentenced to serve life plus five years in prison for the 2000 slaying of Isaac Dawkins.
Ex-NHL player Nicolas Kerdiles killed in motorcycle crash at age 29
Nicolas Kerdiles drove his motorcycle through a stop sign and hit the driver's side of an SUV, Nashville police said.
Tiny town of Dinosaur, Colorado, could be state's cannabis capital
A small town close to the Colorado-Utah state line strikes it rich with marijuana sales.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
3 adults, 3 children killed in Florida after train crashes into SUV
The crash occurred in Plant City, about 25 miles east of Tampa.
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Lego drops prototype recycled blocks in blow to sustainability drive
Danish toy giant Lego said 2 years of experimentation with blocks made from recycled plastic bottles showed they "didn't reduce carbon emissions."
Tiny town of Dinosaur, Colorado, could be state's cannabis capital
A small town close to the Colorado-Utah state line strikes it rich with marijuana sales.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
Inside Consumer Reports
With an annual testing budget well over $30 million, the non-profit organization behind the magazine and website, with 60 labs and teams of engineers and investigators, puts thousands of consumer goods through their paces.
iPhone 15 demand beats expectations, as fans worldwide line up to buy
Consumers are snatching up the iPhone 15 as they look to swap their old devices for something newer and more powerful, analysts said.
Politics
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation," Sept. 24, 2023
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Ukrainian first lady Olena Zelenska join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Robert O'Brien on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with former national security adviser Robert O'Brien that aired Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Sen. Mark Kelly on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona that aired on "Face the Nation" on Sept. 24, 2023.
Transcript: Rep. Tony Gonzales on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas that aired on "Face the Nation" on Sept. 24, 2023.
Ukraine's first lady highlights the horrors of war and the hard work of healing
"We hope that all Americans understand what's going on," Olena Zelenska told "Face the Nation."
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CDC recommends Pfizer's RSV vaccine during pregnancy
RSV is the leading cause of hospitalization among infants, according to the CDC.
Shimano recalls nearly 700,000 bike cranksets after reports of injuries
Shimano's recalled bonded crank parts can "separate and break," causing consumers to crash, according to CPSC.
How FDA's top vaccines official is timing his COVID and flu shots
Can you get your COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Here's what health experts say.
Are you getting enough vitamin D? Here's what to know.
As we start to head indoors for the colder months, vitamin D levels can suffer. Experts share what to know and do about it.
You can't overdose on fentanyl just by touching it. Experts explain why.
Touching fentanyl or being near it won't cause a drug overdose, experts told CBS News.
World
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Sicilian mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro dies months after capture
When Matteo Messina Denaro died, "he took with him his secrets" about Cosa Nostra, state radio said.
Lego drops prototype recycled blocks in blow to sustainability drive
Danish toy giant Lego said 2 years of experimentation with blocks made from recycled plastic bottles showed they "didn't reduce carbon emissions."
Sophia Loren recovering from surgery after a fall at her Geneva home
Just days after her 89th birthday, Sophia Loren suffered fractures requiring hip surgery in a fall at her home in Geneva.
Canada House speaker apologizes for honoring man who fought for Nazis
Speaker Anthony Rota introduced Yaroslav Hunka, who fought for a Nazi military unit in World War II, and lawmakers applauded the 98-year-old.
Transcript: Sen. Mark Kelly on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona that aired on "Face the Nation" on Sept. 24, 2023.
Entertainment
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Entertainment
Usher to headline Super Bowl Halftime Show
Grammy winner Usher will headline the 2024 Super Bowl Halftime Show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11.
Sophia Loren recovering from surgery after a fall at her Geneva home
Just days after her 89th birthday, Sophia Loren suffered fractures requiring hip surgery in a fall at her home in Geneva.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
Usher to perform at Super Bowl halftime show
Usher will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show, the NFL announced Sunday.
Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
Usher will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, 2024.
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Technology
Scientists recover RNA from extinct species
For the first time, scientists in Sweden have analyzed an extinct animal's RNA. They're studying the Tasmanian tiger which has been extinct since the 1930s. Marc Friedländer, associate professor in molecular biology at Stockholm University, joins CBS News to discuss what the breakthrough means for science.
iPhone 15 demand beats expectations, as fans worldwide line up to buy
Consumers are snatching up the iPhone 15 as they look to swap their old devices for something newer and more powerful, analysts said.
YouTube CEO defends decision to demonetize Russell Brand's channel
YouTube suspended Russell Brand's ability to earn money from his online videos earlier this week after multiple women accused Brand of rape, sexual assault and abuse — allegations he denies.
Amazon to run ads with Prime Video shows — unless you pay more
Amazon says it will begin include ads in its Prime Video content, but will offer an ad-free version for customers who pay extra.
How the AI revolution is different: It threatens white-collar workers
Emerging forms of artificial intelligence could displace a range of "knowledge workers," new analysis finds.
Science
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Scientists recover RNA from extinct species
For the first time, scientists in Sweden have analyzed an extinct animal's RNA. They're studying the Tasmanian tiger which has been extinct since the 1930s. Marc Friedländer, associate professor in molecular biology at Stockholm University, joins CBS News to discuss what the breakthrough means for science.
Tropical storm warnings along East Coast
What could soon be Tropical Storm Ophelia is moving closer to the U.S. East Coast, the National Hurricane Center said, and a tropical storm warning is in effect from Cape Fear, North Carolina, to Fenwick Island, Delaware. CBS News Baltimore's Janay Reece has an update on how locals there are preparing for the storm. And Lynette Charles, meteorologist for The Weather Channel, has a forecast for where the storms could be most severe.
Wildfire smoke reversing U.S. air improvement
Since 2016, wildfire smoke in the U.S. has reversed roughly 25% of air quality improvements made from the 2000 Clean Air Act, according to a new study published in the journal Nature. That figure doubles to roughly 50% when looking specifically at the impact on many western states. For more on this, CBS News was joined by Marshall Burke, an associate professor at Stanford's Doerr School of Sustainability and a co-author of the study.
Some homeowners facing insurance crisis
Homeowners living in areas at risk for natural disasters are seeing higher home insurance premiums -- for some, coverage has been dropped completely. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
New "electrical" blue tarantula species discovered in Thailand
The tarantula's coloring resembles "electrical sparks," researchers said.
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Man imprisoned 22 years "cried like a baby" after murder charges dropped
Joey Watkins was 20 years old when he was convicted and sentenced to serve life plus five years in prison for the 2000 slaying of Isaac Dawkins.
Kidnapped teen rescued from California motel room after 4 days
According to prosecutors, the kidnappers threatened to cut off the teen's body parts if his mother did not pay the $500,000 ransom.
Toddler and 2 adults shot dead in Florida, authorities say
A 3-year-old child and two adults are dead after being shot at a Jacksonville apartment complex, officials said. Another adult was hurt.
Settled suits over police misconduct cost taxpayers
Settlements in lawsuits over police misconduct cost taxpayers millions every year — and while they compensate victims or their families, the settlements don't necessarily stop bad behavior, experts say.
Feds open investigation into claims Baton Rouge police tortured detainees
Lawsuits allege that the Baton Rouge Police Department's now shuttered Street Crimes Unit abused drug suspects in a narcotics processing facility known as the "Brave Cave."
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Space
NASA successfully retrieves asteroid material
A capsule containing rubble from an asteroid landed in the Utah desert Sunday. It may contain material leftover from the creation of the solar system, scientists say.
NASA spacecraft brings asteroid samples back to Earth
In a dramatic 13-minute plunge back to Earth, the OSIRIS-REx sample return capsule safely landed in Utah after seven years in space.
NASA mission to asteroid returning to Earth
A small saucer-shape capsule carrying a half-pound of rocks and dust collected from an asteroid called Bennu is expected to slam into Earth's atmosphere at a blistering 27,650 mph on Sunday and then parachute down to the ground. NASA senior scientist Amy Simon joined CBS News to discuss the purpose and logistics of the mission.
NASA says asteroid samples will land on Earth Sunday after fiery descent
The OSIRIS-REx sample return in Utah will bring a seven-year, four-billion-mile journey to a close, providing insights into the birth of the solar system.
NASA image shows "unprecedented detail" of moon's south pole region
Two cameras working together helped NASA reveal details in "greater detail than previously possible."
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Usher to headline Super Bowl Halftime Show
Grammy winner Usher will headline the 2024 Super Bowl Halftime Show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11.
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CBS Reports goes into a cartel stronghold in Mexico to uncover what’s behind the surge in fentanyl trafficking and why America is failing to stop it.
WGA, studios reach tentative deal
Nearly five months after the start of the WGA strike, Hollywood writers and studios have reached a tentative deal on a new labor contract. Terms of the deal, which were not immediately made public, must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has more.
Eye Opener: WGA reaches tentative deal
The WGA has reached a tentative deal with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. Also, a government shutdown creeps closer as negotiations fail on Capitol Hill. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
Youtube CEO on company's reach and responsibility
In his first television interview as Youtube's CEO, Neal Mohan talks about the company's global reach and the difficult decisions YouTube faces on videos with questionable content. Tony Dokoupil has more.