Goldman Sachs CEO: Fiscal cliff a test of trust for U.S. investors
Lloyd Blankfein says going over fiscal cliff would shake confidence in investing in the United States
America's debt battle
D.C.'s next battle: The debt ceiling
Partisan battle looming, Obama not willing to negotiate
Truce made in debt limit battle
The House passed a bill that buys the country another four months
Ryan floats short-term debt limit increase idea
Budget Committee chairman Paul Ryan says it would allow more time for Republicans to work on spending cuts with Democrats
Fitch warns of U.S. credit rating downgrade
Leading rating agency says battle over hiking debt ceiling lid jeopardizing triple-A rating
Pentagon preps hiring freeze, contract delays, just in case
Def. Sec. Leon Panetta warns: "Fiscal uncertainty has become a serious threat to our national security"
"Cliff" deal loaded with special interest tax breaks
Supporters claim breaks are not pork, rather job creating provisions
Senate quiet as leaders work on "cliff" deal
Senate leaders working behind the scenes on compromise to present to full Senate
Sen. McConnell "hopeful," "optimistic" on "cliff" deal
No deal yet, but progress evident in final days
Obama "modestly optimistic" on "fiscal cliff" deal
Democrat, GOP leaders agree to extend jobless benefits, but still deadlocked on tax increases
Going over the "estate cliff"
The "fiscal cliff" could have serious repercussions for the nation, including when it comes to property ownership
"Plan B" vote backfires on Boehner
Risky move intended to improve leverage with Obama, leaves Speaker weaker
No Christmas miracle on "fiscal cliff"
On deal Obama a "hopeless optimist," Boehner says "God only knows"
House votes on Boehner's "Plan B"
The White House slammed the plan calling it an "exercise in futility"
"Fiscal cliff" talks could be in trouble
Obama, Boehner trade ultimatums
Obama on GOP: It is very hard for them to say yes to me
President Obama answered questions about his negotiations with Congressional Republicans over solving the country's deficit
Boehner unveils "Plan B" to "fiscal cliff" negotiations
The "Plan B" is a sign that the speaker knows he is running out of time to push the president closer to the republican position
Boehner's "fiscal cliff" offer brings optimism to Capitol Hill
Negotiations on a debt deal are pushing forward at the highest levels
Poll: GOP to blame if "fiscal cliff" talks fail
A majority of Americans, including a third of Republicans, say the GOP would be to blame if Washington can't avert the "fiscal cliff"
Biden: Dems would compromise on "fiscal cliff"
Says real issue is what GOP willing to do to avert looming tax hikes, spending cuts
Election behind him, Obama to talk "fiscal cliff"
Many Dems hope president takes hard line in remarks, as GOP digs in heels against hiking taxes on big earners; Will he go down middle?
Dems: "Fiscal cliff" first, then tackle entitlements
Democrats say they're open to changes to Medicare, Social Security, but suggest it should be separate from "fiscal cliff" negotiations
Govs to Obama: Don't dump "fiscal cliff" costs on us
Six governors meet with the president today and plan to tell him that "fiscal cliff" fix should do more than shift cost to states
On "fiscal cliff", Obama appeals to former foes
Obama addresses the Business Roundtable today, a group that's had a contentious relationship with the president
Economist: Go over "fiscal cliff" if it means a better deal
Economist Mark Zandi tells Congress it has time to cut a deal, but they must get a good deal: "The uncertainty is killing us"
Politics
What is the Espionage Act?
The Justice Department is investigating Trump for potential Espionage Act violations, according to a search warrant. What does it mean?
Trump says "it was all declassified" — how declassification usually works
FBI agents seized several sets of records of various classified levels from Trump's home in Florida.
Back on trail, Senate candidate admits his "life could have ended"
Fetterman suffered a stroke days before the primary in May.
The Inflation Reduction Act may not lower inflation: analysis
A new analysis from the Penn Wharton Budget Model finds that wealthier taxpayers will bear the brunt of the impact.
House passes Democrats' climate and health care bill, sending it to Biden's desk
Called the Inflation Reduction Act, the bill passed the House in a 220 to 207 party-line vote, days after it cleared the Senate in 51 to 50.
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," August 14, 2022
U.S. Reps. Adam Schiff, Michael McCaul, Brian Fitzpatrick and more will appear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" this Sunday.
Mar-a-Lago search warrant released, reveals FBI seized top-secret classified documents
The Justice Department is investigating the former president for potential Espionage Act violations.
$2.2B infrastructure budget paves way for new roads across U.S.
Hiking and biking trails, pedestrian corridors and vehicle brides are getting an influx of federal funds.
Trump lawyers agree to public release of Mar-a-Lago search warrant
The Justice Department asked a federal court to unseal the warrant, citing public interest in the case, and Trump said he encouraged its release.
American teacher's family fears he'll be left behind in Russian prison
The family of the 60-year-old imprisoned by Russia over medical marijuana says this is "the last opportunity to save his life."
U.S.
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Carson Daly on Woodstock '99's chaos: "I thought I was going to die"
"I just remember feeling like I was in another country during military conflict," the TV personality writes.
Earth spinning faster is no reason to panic, scientists say
News of the faster rotation led to misleading posts on social media about the significance of the measurement, leading some to express concern about its implications.
What is the Espionage Act?
The Justice Department is investigating Trump for potential Espionage Act violations, according to a search warrant. What does it mean?
935,000 people told to boil water in Michigan after water main break
The 120-inch pipe in St. Clair County, called a water main, carries treated water from Lake Huron and is the largest in the system, the agency said.
Scientists make discovery on dinosaur believed to be related to the Loch Ness Monster
Some believers claim the Loch Ness Monster was a descendant of the plesiosaur.
MoneyWatch
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The Inflation Reduction Act may not lower inflation: analysis
A new analysis from the Penn Wharton Budget Model finds that wealthier taxpayers will bear the brunt of the impact.
U.S. stocks fly high, as S&P 500 ends 4th straight week of gains
Some investors believe inflation may have peaked, allowing Federal Reserve to be less aggressive with hikes.
California ponders extending life of last operating nuclear plant
Gov. Newsom warns plant's power is needed for reliable energy, but questions over earthquake safety and more loom.
Amazon launching TV show based on Ring security videos
Produced by Amazon-owned studio MGM, the show aims to follow the mold of "America's Funniest Home Videos."
$2.2B infrastructure budget paves way for new roads across U.S.
Hiking and biking trails, pedestrian corridors and vehicle brides are getting an influx of federal funds.
Politics
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What is the Espionage Act?
The Justice Department is investigating Trump for potential Espionage Act violations, according to a search warrant. What does it mean?
Trump says "it was all declassified" — how declassification usually works
FBI agents seized several sets of records of various classified levels from Trump's home in Florida.
Back on trail, Senate candidate admits his "life could have ended"
Fetterman suffered a stroke days before the primary in May.
The Inflation Reduction Act may not lower inflation: analysis
A new analysis from the Penn Wharton Budget Model finds that wealthier taxpayers will bear the brunt of the impact.
House passes Democrats' climate and health care bill, sending it to Biden's desk
Called the Inflation Reduction Act, the bill passed the House in a 220 to 207 party-line vote, days after it cleared the Senate in 51 to 50.
Health
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Idaho Supreme Court rules that abortion restrictions can take effect
One of the laws slated to take effect allows potential relatives of an embryo or fetus to sue abortion providers for up to $20,000 within four years of an abortion.
Polio detected in New York City wastewater
Polio has been detected in New York City's wastewater, suggesting further circulation of the virus. The city's health department is urging pediatricians to immediately identify and schedule appointments for children who are behind on their polio immunizations. Elaine Quijano shares more details.
Did I get the polio vaccine? How to know if you're protected against the virus
A case of polio was identified in Rockland County, New York, and now the virus has been detected in New York City's wastewater.
Senators who suffered strokes urge public to prioritize wellness
Senators Chris Van Hollen and Ben Ray Luján reflect on their experiences recovering from strokes.
Polio detected in NYC's sewage, suggesting virus circulating
Last month, the New York Health Department reported the nation's first case of polio in almost a decade, in Rockland County, north of New York City.
World
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U.S. employees in Tijuana told to "shelter in place" amid violence
It was the third time this week Mexican cities have seen widespread arson and shootings by drug cartels.
Russian shelling heavy in east; Ukraine strikes key bridge
Ukrainian forces strike the last working bridge over a river in the Russian-occupied Kherson region, authorities say.
One dead, dozens injured as festival stage collapses in Spain
Footage on social media showed powerful winds sweeping through the venue, trees bending dangerously and debris flying.
10 killed, including 2 kids, in Montenegro rampage: "Unprecedented tragedy"
The attacker was randomly shooting at people, including at children, state TV reported, quoting witnesses.
American teacher's family fears he'll be left behind in Russian prison
The family of the 60-year-old imprisoned by Russia over medical marijuana says this is "the last opportunity to save his life."
Entertainment
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Carson Daly on Woodstock '99's chaos: "I thought I was going to die"
"I just remember feeling like I was in another country during military conflict," the TV personality writes.
R. Kelly accuser in alleged child sex video set to testify
The singer's federal trial on charges he conspired to obstruct justice in his 2008 state child pornography trial starts Monday in Chicago.
One dead, dozens injured as festival stage collapses in Spain
Footage on social media showed powerful winds sweeping through the venue, trees bending dangerously and debris flying.
Fantastic Cat performs "C'mon Armageddon"
Four acclaimed singer-songwriters joined forces to create an indie-folk-rock band and have since released their debut album, “The Very Best of Fantastic Cat.” For Saturday Sessions, Fantastic Cat performs "C'mon Armageddon."
Fantastic Cat: Ain’t This the Strangest Town
Four acclaimed singer-songwriters joined forces to create an indie-folk-rock band and have since released their debut album, “The Very Best of Fantastic Cat.” For Saturday Sessions, Fantastic Cat performs “Ain’t This the Strangest Town."
Technology
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YouTube is the most popular social media among teens, followed by TikTok
About 36% admitted they spend too much time on social media and 54% say it would be somewhat hard to give it up.
Gadgets and apps to help find lost items
CNET editorial director Dan Ackerman joins "CBS Mornings" to share tracking devices and apps that can help people find lost things. He discusses trackers that can find a parked car or glasses as well as a smart lock to help keep track of keys and even pets.
New tax credits for EVs look generous — but they're complicated
While many EVs qualify for tax credits under inflation bill, no cars sold today likely would get the full $7,500 rebate.
Smart home tech can help save money on energy bills
Programmable thermostats and smart lights can help consumers' lower energy bills.
Inflation and July's Consumer Price Index
The U.S. Labor Department has released its latest Consumer Price Index for July 2022. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings" to break down what this means for prices and the economy.
Science
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Earth spinning faster is no reason to panic, scientists say
News of the faster rotation led to misleading posts on social media about the significance of the measurement, leading some to express concern about its implications.
Ice Age human footprints found in Utah desert: "Lost oasis"
Men find 88 distinct prints left by a mixture of adults and children on what is now the Utah Test and Training Range.
Shrinking snowpack threatens California water supply
For more than 75 million Americans living out West, snow melt from the Sierra Nevada is a major source of water. However, the mountain range's snowpack is shrinking, down an average of 23% since 1955. Roger Bales, professor of engineering at the University of California, Merced, joins CBS News to discuss what this could mean for California's water future.
Stunning image of colliding galaxies
In a part of space far, far away, two galaxies joined together to form one of the universe's most spectacular events – a galactic merger with streaming stars and chaos. And scientists say the stunning images are a preview of what's to come for the Milky Way.
U.K. so hot and dry, the source of the River Thames has dried up
"Hopefully downstream we will find the Thames, but at the moment, it's gone," said one tourist who had come, hoping to see the origin of the iconic English river.
Crime
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U.S. employees in Tijuana told to "shelter in place" amid violence
It was the third time this week Mexican cities have seen widespread arson and shootings by drug cartels.
R. Kelly accuser in alleged child sex video set to testify
The singer's federal trial on charges he conspired to obstruct justice in his 2008 state child pornography trial starts Monday in Chicago.
Salman Rushdie stabbing suspect charged with attempted murder
The author will likely lose an eye, and the nerves in his arm were "severed" and his liver was "stabbed and damaged," his agent said.
Family of slain Fort Hood soldier seeking $35 million in damages
In April 2021, the U.S. Army released a report saying officers at Fort Hood ignored Guillén's complaints of sexual harassment.
Man charged with 1992 murders in apparent revenge for snowmobile crash
"He started to think about the accident that killed his father. Those thoughts led to him going to the home of Tanna Togstad," the complaint says.
Space
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NASA's Perseverance finds tangled object on Mars
Scientists suspect the tangled object is likely pieces of shredded Dacron netting from the Perseverance itself.
"Cosmic collision" shows the fate of the Milky Way
"Dueling gravitational forces will trigger bursts of intense stellar formation and wildly distort their once-majestic structures," researchers said.
Sturgeon moon captured in spectacular photos around the world
All over the globe, the Sturgeon moon gave viewers one last supermoon before 2023.
Scientist apologizes after posting image of star that was actually sausage
Etienne Klein apologized for misleading some Twitter followers with his "scientist's joke."
SpaceX launches Korean moon probe
South Korea's first moon mission will search for ice in permanently shadowed polar craters.
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An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
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Inside the case against Steven Pankey, a former political candidate who was tried for the kidnapping and murder of a Colorado 12-year-old.
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These colleges come with a hefty price tag
Deadliest states for drug overdoses
CDC data reveals which U.S. state has the highest rate of drug overdose-related deaths per 100,000 residents.
The disappearance of Carole Baskin's then-husband Don Lewis
An inside look at the puzzling disappearance of the Florida millionaire
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Fantastic Cat performs "C'mon Armageddon"
Four acclaimed singer-songwriters joined forces to create an indie-folk-rock band and have since released their debut album, “The Very Best of Fantastic Cat.” For Saturday Sessions, Fantastic Cat performs "C'mon Armageddon."
Fantastic Cat: Ain’t This the Strangest Town
Four acclaimed singer-songwriters joined forces to create an indie-folk-rock band and have since released their debut album, “The Very Best of Fantastic Cat.” For Saturday Sessions, Fantastic Cat performs “Ain’t This the Strangest Town."
Fantastic Cat performs "Fiona"
Four acclaimed singer-songwriters joined forces to create an indie-folk-rock band and have since released their debut album, “The Very Best of Fantastic Cat.” For Saturday Sessions, Fantastic Cat performs “Fiona.”
The Dish: The Potato restaurant
Surrounded by America’s largest national park, the Potato is a remote restaurant in McCarthy, Alaska that requires the ultimate travel commitment. CBS News correspondent Jeff Glor checks it out.
Ron Howard on film “Thirteen Lives”
CBS News national correspondent Michelle Miller speaks with the Oscar-winning director Ron Howard about his upcoming film “Thirteen Lives.” The movie chronicles the 2018 rescue mission of a soccer team that was trapped inside of a cave in Thailand for more than two weeks.