As ride-sharing booms, some cabbies turn to suicide
With their livelihoods under threat, at least five New York taxi drivers have killed themselves since December
Evolving Technology
Media use in America up a full hour over just last year
The typical American adult is using media for a full hour a day more than just last year
From Enigma to Edward Snowden: The evolution of spy tactics
Modern technology has transformed the playing field for spies and hackers all over the world
The evolution of spying: From WWII to the Web
How modern technology has transformed the playing field for spies and hackers all over the world
"An entire platoon wearing wearable robots"
DARPA is sometimes known as the Pentagon's own team of mad scientists, and CBS News has been given a rare peek at what they're cooking up
In digital age, money continues to evolve
From digital currencies like Bitcoin to e-commerce, the way we use and think about money is changing
Will digital currency go mainstream?
Money has evolved from coins to credit cards to digital currencies, but will consumers buy in to the latest trend?
The evolution of the television set
Along the way to becoming the ubiquitous device we know today, the TV has been through a lot of changes
How the phone became the center of digital life
A look at how the telephone has changed over the years, and how it's changed us
The power grid evolves to fuel the future
As America's hunger for electrical power continues to grow, new technologies help keep up with demand
Historic disruption from TV to the jet engine
Josh Tyrangiel, the editor of Bloomberg Businessweek, joins "CBS This Morning" to talk about the ideas shaking up the industry
Hawking: Artificial intelligence a threat to humanity
The eminent theoretical physicist says humans evolve too slowly to ever compete with such an advanced system
Robots help Amazon fill its holiday orders
To quicken the pace at its warehouse fulfillment centers, the online retailer has enlisted self-guided robots to retrieve products
50th anniversary of NASA's first mission to Mars
To commemorate half a century of exploration, one company plans to send 90,000 messages to the Red Planet
The future of food: Bugs, chemical elixirs and apps
David Pogue samples the latest from the frontlines of culinary tech. including recipes created by a computer
Almanac: The vacuum tube
On November 16, 1904, British inventor John Ambrose Fleming patented an electronic receiver that revolutionized communications
Mobile payment systems: Pros and cons
With Apple Pay, Google Wallet, and other mobile payment solutions competing for your attention, how do they compare?
45th anniversary of first Internet message
The system crashed after the first two letters came through
Elon Musk: artificial intelligence summons demons
Artificial intelligence is "our biggest existential threat," said the SpaceX and Tesla founder
Almanac: Auguste Lumiere, father of cinema
The film-making pioneer, who with his brother first publicly exhibited movies, was born on October 19, 1862
Almanac: The discovery of penicillin
On September 28, 1928, an accident in the lab of Scottish bacteriologist Alexander Fleming revolutionized medicine
"Robo Brain" could help make robots smarter
A new system will help robots figure out human behavior from information found on the Internet
New tech helps parents keep teen drivers safe
Ford MyKey, GM Family Link and other options let parents set limits and track their teens on the road
Robotic butlers could revolutionize room service
The Aloft Hotel in Silicon Valley has a pool, a bar and now... robots
The Google Lunar Xprize: The next great space race
With $30 million in prize money at stake, independent teams compete to launch a rover to the moon
Technology
Google accused of firing employees pushing for workplace rights
Search giant "surveilled" and "interrogated" activist workers and then illegally fired two, labor watchdog charges.
Feds say Facebook's hiring discriminated against Americans
Social media company created jobs for foreigners who wanted permanent residency in the U.S., government alleges.
Facebook will remove misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines
The company wants to remove misinformation about the virus that could lead to "imminent physical harm."
Will retailers have more PS5 and Xbox consoles this year?
Two of this holiday season's hottest gifts sold out fast, but more game consoles may be available before year-end.
Dramatic video shows collapse at Arecibo Observatory
Already slated for demolition after earlier cable failures, the collapse marked the end of the road for the fabled observatory.
Iconic radio telescope in Puerto Rico collapses
Many scientists and Puerto Ricans mourned the news, with some tearing up during interviews.
China lands spacecraft on moon for historic sample collection
If successful, the Chang'e 5 mission will make China only the third nation to bring moon rocks back to Earth.
Cyber Monday was biggest online shopping day in U.S. history
Despite the fragile economy, consumers spent up to $12 million every minute during peak Cyber Monday shopping.
PlayStation 5, Xbox hard to get? You could be battling a bot
Software is increasingly snapping up hot products, including gaming consoles, leaving human shoppers in the dust.
Amazon to spend $500 million on holiday bonuses for workers
Critics say the ecommerce giant, which had revenue of $96 billion last quarter, has skimped on pandemic "hazard" pay.
Not dead yet: RadioShack gets another shot -- online
New owners hope to make "The Shack" competitive again -- this time online, rather than on street corners or in malls.
SpaceX launches 60 more internet satellites in 100th Falcon 9 flight
The Falcon 9 rocket's first stage set a new record, making its seventh flight from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida.
DoorDash to pay $2.5 million for allegedly misusing worker tips
Prosecutor says the food delivery company misled consumers about how gratuities were used.
Dow hits 30,000 as Trump signals exit from White House
Markets rose as Pennsylvania certified election results, confirming President-elect Joe Biden's victory.
SpaceX launches NASA-European sea level monitor
The Sentinel-6 satellite is the first of two in a billion-dollar program to monitor Earth's oceans.
World
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Koala wanders into family's home, climbs Christmas tree
It seems that everyone is trying to get into the Christmas spirit this year — even koalas.
How to watch the Geminids meteor shower, one of the year's best
The year is ending with one of the best and most reliable annual meteor showers.
2020 on track to be one of the 3 warmest years on record
As climate impacts reach unprecedented levels, several nations' new emission reduction targets offer renewed hope.
Egyptian model arrested over photo shoot at ancient pyramid
Both model Salma El-Shimy and her photographer were arrested and were accused by one lawyer of "insulting the great Pharaonic history."
Hollywood stars, U.S. politicians push Egypt to free civil rights trio
3 leaders of a prominent human rights group are facing terrorism charges, but as pressure mounts from D.C. and Hollywood, Egypt is rejecting "interference."
U.S.
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Biden plans to ask nation to wear masks for 100 days
Mr. Biden has floated the possibility of a nationwide mask mandate in the past, but has somewhat scaled back that rhetoric, since he doesn't appear to have the authority to authorize such a broad edict.
Thousands flee as wildfire spreads through Southern California
The flames have scorched an area larger than 3,000 football fields overnight.
Google accused of firing employees pushing for workplace rights
Search giant "surveilled" and "interrogated" activist workers and then illegally fired two, labor watchdog charges.
Fauci says U.K. "rushed" approval of coronavirus vaccine
The nation's leading infectious diseases expert criticized the U.K. for rushing the process of authorizing a coronavirus vaccine.
Behind on your rent or mortgage? Here's what to do
Renters should check local protections against evictions, while mortgage holders can negotiate with their servicer.
Politics
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Biden plans to ask nation to wear masks for 100 days
Mr. Biden has floated the possibility of a nationwide mask mandate in the past, but has somewhat scaled back that rhetoric, since he doesn't appear to have the authority to authorize such a broad edict.
Fauci says U.K. "rushed" approval of coronavirus vaccine
The nation's leading infectious diseases expert criticized the U.K. for rushing the process of authorizing a coronavirus vaccine.
White House communications director Alyssa Farah resigns
Farah has worked in the Trump administration for 3 ½ years.
NAACP president urges Biden to "save the morality of this nation"
"We have to save the morality of this nation and make sure that the historical and decades-long caste system, the racism, is done away with," NAACP President Derrick Johnson said on CBSN.
Fauci to have first "substantive discussions" with Biden transition team
Fauci told CBS News that he has not yet spoken with President-elect Joe Biden but expects to do so in the near future.
Entertainment
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Will retailers have more PS5 and Xbox consoles this year?
Two of this holiday season's hottest gifts sold out fast, but more game consoles may be available before year-end.
Francis Ford Coppola on new "Godfather 3" cut
Thirty years after "The Godfather Part III" premiered, Academy Award-winning director Francis Ford Coppola has re-cut the film, changing the beginning, ending and title. Coppola tells Anthony Mason why this new version, "Mario Puzo's The Godfather, Coda: The Death of Michael Corleone," is finally a satisfying epilogue to the iconic "Godfather" saga.
Taylor Swift gives sneak peek of rerecorded hit "Love Story" in new ad
"Working hard to get the music to you soon!!" she tweeted to her fans.
48 NBA players positive for COVID-19 in first week of testing
The league did not disclose the names of players who tested positive.
"Lord of the Rings" stars want to help buy Tolkien's former home
Sir Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman, and other "Lord of the Rings" stars and scholars hope to transform Tolkien's home into a literary center.
Technology
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Google accused of firing employees pushing for workplace rights
Search giant "surveilled" and "interrogated" activist workers and then illegally fired two, labor watchdog charges.
Feds say Facebook's hiring discriminated against Americans
Social media company created jobs for foreigners who wanted permanent residency in the U.S., government alleges.
Facebook will remove misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines
The company wants to remove misinformation about the virus that could lead to "imminent physical harm."
Will retailers have more PS5 and Xbox consoles this year?
Two of this holiday season's hottest gifts sold out fast, but more game consoles may be available before year-end.
Dramatic video shows collapse at Arecibo Observatory
Already slated for demolition after earlier cable failures, the collapse marked the end of the road for the fabled observatory.
Science
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Thousands flee as wildfire spreads through Southern California
The flames have scorched an area larger than 3,000 football fields overnight.
Dramatic video shows collapse at Arecibo Observatory
Already slated for demolition after earlier cable failures, the collapse marked the end of the road for the fabled observatory.
How to watch the Geminids meteor shower, one of the year's best
The year is ending with one of the best and most reliable annual meteor showers.
2020 on track to be one of the 3 warmest years on record
As climate impacts reach unprecedented levels, several nations' new emission reduction targets offer renewed hope.
Jupiter and Saturn will form the first "double planet" in 800 years
The largest planets in our solar system will soon align for the great conjunction — the greatest skywatchers have observed since medieval times.
Health
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Biden plans to ask nation to wear masks for 100 days
Mr. Biden has floated the possibility of a nationwide mask mandate in the past, but has somewhat scaled back that rhetoric, since he doesn't appear to have the authority to authorize such a broad edict.
California to impose regional stay-at-home orders amid virus surge
"We are pulling that emergency brake," California's governor said Thursday.
Tyson allegedly lied about COVID-19 risks at Iowa meat plant
Allegations come two weeks after federal lawsuit accused supervisors of betting on how many workers would be infected.
Mayor was on vacation in Mexico while urging residents to stay home
"I want you to know that I regret that travel," Mayor Steve Adler said in a video statement. "I wouldn't travel now."
Governor calls crowded wedding "very irresponsible" amid COVID spike
The wedding at a Chicago-area hotel reportedly drew hundreds of maskless guests the same day Illinois saw a record number of COVID-19 deaths reported.
MoneyWatch
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Second shot no-shows could foil COVID-19 vaccination efforts
Experts say a vaccine-resistant mutation is more likely if millions of Americans end up getting only one dose.
Google accused of firing employees pushing for workplace rights
Search giant "surveilled" and "interrogated" activist workers and then illegally fired two, labor watchdog charges.
Behind on your rent or mortgage? Here's what to do
Renters should check local protections against evictions, while mortgage holders can negotiate with their servicer.
Feds say Facebook's hiring discriminated against Americans
Social media company created jobs for foreigners who wanted permanent residency in the U.S., government alleges.
Hospitals desperate for nurses and doctors amid virus surge
COVID-19 pushes medical centers and health care workers to breaking point as CDC warns worst is yet to come.
Crime
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Couple arrested for flying despite positive COVID tests
"They knowingly boarded a flight aware of their positive COVID-19 test results, placing the passengers of the flight in danger of death," Kauai police said.
Woman dies after being run over while defending her son
Investigators say the teens went to the woman's home because of a "romantic entanglement" between the teens and her son.
Pennsylvania Supreme Court hears arguments in Bill Cosby appeal
Cosby, 83, hopes to overturn his 2018 sex assault conviction because the judge let prosecutors call five other accusers who said Cosby mistreated them the same way he did his victim, Andrea Constand.
Captain charged with manslaughter in boat fire that killed 34
The indictment alleges that Captain Jerry Boylan caused the deaths of 33 passengers and one crew member "by his misconduct, negligence and inattention to his duties."
Supreme Court to mull challenge to convictions under "racist" jury laws
More than 1,500 people are still incarcerated in Louisiana due to non-unanimous jury verdicts — 80% of whom are Black, one analysis found.
Space
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How to watch the Geminids meteor shower, one of the year's best
The year is ending with one of the best and most reliable annual meteor showers.
Jupiter and Saturn will form the first "double planet" in 800 years
The largest planets in our solar system will soon align for the great conjunction — the greatest skywatchers have observed since medieval times.
China lands spacecraft on moon for historic sample collection
If successful, the Chang'e 5 mission will make China only the third nation to bring moon rocks back to Earth.
SpaceX launches 60 more internet satellites in 100th Falcon 9 flight
The Falcon 9 rocket's first stage set a new record, making its seventh flight from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida.
China launches ambitious lunar sample return mission
If successful, the Chang'e 5 mission will be the first in 44 years to bring lunar samples to Earth.
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Hardest colleges to get into in the U.S. in 2021
These schools have a combination of the lowest acceptance rates and the highest SAT and ACT scores. See which school tops the list for 2020.
Best movies streaming right now on Netflix
Looking for something fresh to watch? These are the top films available on the streaming platform.
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Shows and movies you'll want to stream soon.
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Jill Biden through the years
What do we know about the nation's next first lady?
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Health in Her Hue is empowering Black women
Health in Her Hue is on a mission to reduce racial disparities in health care that can be a matter of life or death for more than 21 million Black women in the United States. Co-founders Ashlee Wisdom and Eddwina Bright tell CBSN how they’re aiming to improve health outcomes by connecting Black women with "culturally competent" providers.
CBSN Originals: "The QAnon Effect"
What started out as a fringe conspiracy theory in 2017 has recently spread into the mainstream. Dozens of people linked to the baseless QAnon conspiracy theory ran for federal office in 2020, and two were elected to Congress. This CBSN Originals documentary explores how QAnon has taken root amid challenging times and a growing distrust in American institutions, and what it means for the future of the country.
CBSN Originals: "A City Under Surveillance"
The Detroit Police Department is using facial recognition technology and a network of surveillance cameras to combat the city’s high crime rates. But critics say the technology has racial bias built into it and has even landed innocent people behind bars. In this documentary, CBSN Originals explores the debate over high-tech policing that promises to make our communities safer yet at the same time threatens our civil liberties.
House fire doesn't faze rookie teacher during remote class
A first-year teacher escaped a house fire with only his laptop while he was teaching a remote class in Chicago. Meg Oliver reports.
Norah O'Donnell Reports: Sexual Assault in the Military
A year-and-a-half long investigation by "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell and the CBS News Investigative Unit into sexual assault within the U.S. military uncovered failures by leaders to address the issue. Over the course of the investigation, CBS News spoke with nearly two dozen survivors of sexual assault, whistleblowers who worked for the military's Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program and families of suicide victims who say the military grossly mishandled reports of sexual assault.