Global leaders call for more female participation at World Economic Forum
Leadership at the conference has pledged to raise female representation to 40% by 2030. But one group of global leaders is pushing for more.
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Women do more grunt work at home, no matter their pay or education
Doing the lion's share of unpaid labor is hindering women's career advancement and stunting their pay, study shows.
Planned Parenthood leader speaks out on Roe v. Wade anniversary
Alexis McGill Johnson warned that the impact of an upcoming Supreme Court case could "effectively gut Roe."
Trump touts "thriving" U.S., rejects "prophets of doom" in Davos
President Trump's schedule in Davos doesn't have many bilateral meetings with European allies, and questions about the impeachment trial followed him to Europe.
Greta Thunberg calls for end to all fossil fuel investment "now"
The teen climate activist urges leaders at the World Economic Forum "to act as if you loved your children above all else."
Google CEO: AI's "negative consequences" need regulating
Tech chief acknowledges "nefarious" risks in face-recognition and other programs that can beat humans to the punch.
We're in a "trust paradox," new study says
Global communications firm Edelman has spent 20 years tracking which institutions consumers trust.
World's billionaires hold more wealth than 4.6 billion people
The world's 2,153 billionaires have as much wealth as 60% of the world's population, anti-poverty group Oxfam says.
Trump likely to meet with Iraqi president in Davos
The president is likely to be in Davos as his impeachment trial is beginning in the Senate.
Microsoft plans to erase its entire carbon footprint since 1975
Company promises to cut its emissions via reforestation, soil management and, eventually, high-tech carbon capture.
Here's how long it could take for women to earn as much as men
Progress in closing the "gender gap" in pay and other key metrics has stalled, World Economic Forum finds
Trump cancels Switzerland trip over shutdown standoff
Trump says he's canceling trip to World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, that starts later this month
Global outlook "darkening," World Economic Forum warns
The group behind annual Davos conference cites U.S.-China trade tensions, Brexit and nationalism as top concerns
Historian challenges billionaires about taxes
Historian and author Rutger Bregman made waves at the World Economic Forum in Davos when he told billionaires in attendance that large marginal tax rates, like those suggested by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), are better for the public good than philanthropy. Bregman joined CBSN to discuss how tax policy could be used to reduce inequality.
Cybersecurity takes center stage in Davos
Officials at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, are focusing on the security threat hackers pose to businesses, economies and societies worldwide. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson has more from the conference.
Leaders at Davos warn about populism
Many world leaders skipped this year's World Economic Forum, but those who were there — including Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and German Chancellor Angela Merkel — voiced their concerns about populism and trade. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest from Davos, Switzerland.
Pompeo speaks to Davos via video
President Trump is among the world leaders who did not attend the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, this week. Via video conference, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo answered questions about the U.S. relationship with Russia and the rise of populism. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins "Red & Blue" from Davos to break down Pompeo's remarks.
The next industrial revolution is happening in your home
Here's how the global business and political elite at the World Economic Forum in Davos think the Internet of Things, big data, and artificial intelligence will change the world
The populist backlash has everything to do with work
Absent free money for all, improving work conditions is the only way to curb populism, UNI head Philip Jennings warns
Laura Liswood on the future of progressive moments like #MeToo
Laura Liswood, secretary general of the Council of Women World Leaders, spoke on Global GoalsCast about the future of progressive movements like #MeToo
Global GoalsCast: Laura Liswood
At the 2018 World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Global GoalsCast co-hosts Claudia Romo Edelmen and Edie Lush sit down with Laura Liswood, the Secretary General of the Council of Women World Leaders, to discuss the #MeToo movement, the current social environment and the activation of women
Global GoalsCast: Cathy Engelbert of Deloitte
At the 2018 World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Global GoalsCast host Edie Lush sits down with Deloitte CEO Cathy Engelbert to discuss leadership, technology and cracking the glass ceiling.
A salve for inequality? Free money for all
Universal income, once considered radical, is gaining conceptual traction at the World Economic Forum
Global GoalsCast: Anne Finucane
At the 2018 World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Global GoalsCast co-hosts Claudia Romo Edelmen and Edie Lush sit down with Bank of America Vice Chairman Anne Finucane to discuss capital deployment, sustainable development goals and gender parity
Is that selfie a security risk?
An estimated 93 million selfies are taken every day. But photos taken in the wrong place could compromise everything from your credit info to intellectual property. Social Media Compliance CEO Kitty Parry explains how her company prevents those mishaps.
The best rugs on Wayfair to add serious flair to your room
Find rugs in all sizes and pile heights for your living room, bedroom, nursery and more on Wayfair.
Best LG deals on Amazon ahead of Amazon Prime Day 2022
You can get sales today on LG laptops, refrigerators, OLED TVs, washer-dryer combos and more.
How to watch 'Sonic the Hedgehog 2,' plus where to see the Ugly Sonic cameo
The latest "Sonic" film is available to stream on Paramount+ starting May 24. Here's what you need to know.
The best Apple AirTag holder deals on Amazon ahead of Amazon Prime Day
Find Apple AirTags -- plus, AirTag holders! -- on sale now at Amazon.
Best deals on LG OLED TVs on Amazon ahead of Amazon Prime Day
Don't wait for Prime Day 2022 -- these top-rated, 4K smart TVs from LG are on sale today.
Best smart refrigerators
Shop smart fridges from Samsung, Miele, LG and more right now.
High tech and innovative gear for your next camping vacation
This selection of high-tech gear and gadgets will majorly upgrade your next camping trip.
Hydro Flask, Nalgene, Yeti and more: The trendiest and best water bottles for hot summer days
Stay hydrated with these water bottles for all budgets.
Best cooling sheets, pillows and mattresses to keep you sweat-free this summer
Check out these breathable bed essentials from Night, Tempur-Pedic, Parachute and more.
Best Bosch appliances on Amazon ahead of Amazon Prime Day
Shop the best Bosch dishwashers, refrigerators, microwaves and more on Amazon right now.
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Watch Live: Testimony continues in trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Matthew McConaughey addresses shooting in his Texas hometown
"We can't exhale once again, make excuses, and accept these tragic realities as the status quo," he said. "... This is an epidemic we can control."
At least 19 children, 2 adults killed after shooter opens fire at Texas elementary school
The shooter is also dead, and is believed to have been killed by responding law enforcement officers.
Amanda Gorman pens poem in wake of Texas school shooting
At least 19 children and two adults were killed in the deadliest elementary school shooting since Sandy Hook.
81-year-old woman carjacked while handing out meals to homeless
The suspect stole her keys, locked the driver's-side door and drove off as she tried to get in, knocking her to the ground in a supermarket parking lot.
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Property taxes too high? Here's how to appeal your tax bill.
U.S. counties and cities are reassessing property values as home prices soar, leading to bigger tax bills for some.
These U.S. companies are still doing business in Russia
Starbucks and McDonald's are leaving, but other food chains and American companies are "digging in," Yale professor says.
Walmart apologizes for Juneteenth ice cream after backlash
Critics described the ice cream as a "problematic" attempt to cash in on the holiday commemorating the end of U.S. slavery.
Billionaire in $1.4B tax case ruled mentally fit for trial
Lawyers for the software mogul argued he is mentally unfit, but a federal judge calls him "extremely intelligent."
More peanut butter products made with recalled Jif pulled
Federal officials warn against eating any of dozens of food items because of a multi-state salmonella outbreak.
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Biden: "When in God's name are we going to stand up to the gun lobby?"
"I had hoped when I became president I would not have to do this — again," President Biden said from the White House.
Georgia, Alabama, Arkansas, Texas and Minnesota primary results
CBS News projects Kemp will win the nomination, easily defeating Trump-backed Perdue.
CBS News' Holly Williams on reporting from Ukraine's front line
CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams talks with host Michael Morell about her reporting in Ukraine over the last eight years, since 2014.
U.S. bases that honored Confederate leaders to receive new names
The Naming Commission released the names it's proposing for nine U.S. military installations that honor Confederate leaders and is reviewing the names of more than 750 other military assets.
Ex-Sandy Hook congressman begs for gun laws after Texas school shooting
"I am here on this floor to beg — to literally get down on my hands and knees and beg my colleagues," he said. "Find a path forward here."
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New link between mental health and arthritis
Clinical health psychologist Dr. Natalie Datillo explains how patients can make connections to reduce pain and increase mobility.
Federal response to formula crisis faces criticism
The federal government's slow response to safety concerns at the country's largest formula-making plant is coming under fire. The first bacterial infection possibly linked to Abbott's formula was reported in September, but the Food and Drug Administration did not inspect the company's Michigan plant until the end of January. Meg Oliver reports.
"Long COVID" symptoms affect 1 in 4 seniors after infection, study finds
Respiratory symptoms and musculoskeletal pain were the most common lingering health issues reported.
Kids discuss mental health impacts of phones and social media
In recent years, more and more young people have used tablets or computers, research finds.
More peanut butter products made with recalled Jif pulled
Federal officials warn against eating any of dozens of food items because of a multistate salmonella outbreak.
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Ukraine's Zelenskyy voices "personal" grief over "awful shooting in Texas"
The president who's gained global respect as a war-time leader said he felt a "personal tragedy" seeing American kids murdered "in peaceful times."
North Korea tests 3 ballistic missiles including possible ICBM, South says
Seoul also said Pyonyang has been testing a "nuclear detonation device" to prepare for what would be Pyongyang's first nuclear test since 2017.
200 bodies found in Mariupol basement, Ukraine says
The ruined city has seen some of the worst suffering of the 3-month-long war.
8 women, 3 men dead after gunmen open fire on hotel, bars in Mexico
Witnesses said the victims were shot, after which the attackers poured gasoline to set the establishments on fire.
One Ukrainian fighter's journey from the boardroom to the battlefield
Seva Kozhmyako was a wealthy businessman before the Russian invasion. His story highlights a key battlefield advantage he says Ukraine has over Russia.
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Watch Live: Testimony continues in trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Amber Heard's attorneys rest case as civil trial continues
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Aerosmith cancels Vegas shows after Steven Tyler enters rehab
In a statement shared on Twitter, the rock band said Steven Tyler has entered a treatment program and would be unable to perform.
Auction of iconic "Wizard of Oz" dress blocked by priest's family
Catholic University was set to auction off the dress, which has an estimated value between $800,000 and $1.2 million. But the niece of the late Father Glibert Hartke says the school doesn't own it.
Time releases list of 100 most influential people of 2022
From a billionaire personally funding the fight against climate change to protectors of human rights, these are the people dubbed Time's 100 most influential for 2022.
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Kids talk impact of cell phones
Nate Burleson sits down with kids to discuss the affects of cell phones and social media on their growth and development. They address the pressures of having a cell phone at an early age.
Activision Blizzard workers vote to unionize, an industry first
Microsoft, which is in the process of buying the Call of Duty publisher for nearly $69 billion, says it will not interfere.
Mark Zuckerberg sued over Cambridge Analytica
Washington D.C. attorney general Karl Racine is suing Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg over his alleged involvement in the Cambridge Analytica scandal. The lawsuit accuses Zuckerberg of directly participating in decision-making that allowed the Trump-allied political consulting firm to steal personal data of millions of Facebook users. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson joins Tanya Rivero and Tony Dokoupil with details.
Self-tracking your health data
Experts say wearable devices like smartwatches that continually monitor your health data and alert you to potential problems may one day detect potential medical conditions ranging from heart issues and stroke to cancer.
Tracking your health data through wearable devices
Experts say devices like smartwatches that continually monitor your health data can also give you early warnings about medical problems before a doctor might. Correspondent David Pogue looks at how self-tracking data may one day help detect conditions like infectious diseases, type II diabetes, heart conditions or even cancer.
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Chanting climate change activists disrupt Shell shareholders meeting
Some sang "We will, we will stop you!" to the tune of Queen's 1977 rock anthem "We will rock you." Some glued themselves to their seats.
U.S. and Japan teaming to put first Japanese astronaut on moon
No non-American has ever touched down on the lunar surface, and Japan has previously said it hopes to achieve a Moon landing by the end of this decade.
"Efficient predator": Invasive green crab found in new area
The Carcinus maenas — or "raving mad crab" — preys on juvenile clams, out-competes native crab species and wreaks havoc on marine ecosystems.
Major climate indicators set "alarming" records in 2021, U.N. says
The ocean is more acidic than it's been in 26,000 years and hotter than ever as greenhouse gases continue to flood the atmosphere. Here's what it could mean for the climate crisis.
Who will suffer the most as climate change fuels heat waves in India?
As scientists warn heat waves are 100 times more likely in the region, millions of workers can't afford to take a day off, even if the heat could kill them.
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Woman sentenced to life in 1993 death of newborn found on road
Gail Ritchey told detectives at the time of her arrest in 2019 that she had disposed the body of another newborn in a field in 1990 or 1991.
Rally, vigil planned for 2nd anniversary of George Floyd's killing
The intersection of 38th and Chicago streets became known informally as George Floyd Square in the wake of his death.
81-year-old woman carjacked while handing out meals to homeless
The suspect stole her keys, locked the driver's-side door and drove off as she tried to get in, knocking her to the ground in a supermarket parking lot.
Calls for change after Texas school shooting
Congress has tried and failed to pass nearly 20 meaningful gun laws in the last decade. Now, there are renewed calls for Republicans and Democrats to overcome their differences to act following a deadly mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Josh Duggar faces up to 20 years in prison at child porn sentencing
Duggar's large family was the focus of TLC's "19 Kids and Counting" reality show, which was canceled in 2015 following molestation allegations.
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Boeing's Starliner catches up with space station
For the first time, two U.S. astronaut ferry ships, from two different vendors are docked at space station.
Boeing Starliner capsule sets off after space station
Grounded earlier by software bugs and corroded valves, Boeing says the Starliner is finally ready for flight.
Boeing Starliner capsule poised for high-stakes flight
NASA is confident Boeing's Starliner astronaut ferry ship is finally ready for prime time.
InSight Mars lander nears the end of the road
NASA expects dwindling power to shut down the InSight Mars lander by the end of the year.
NASA investigates another space helmet water leak
While not as serious as a potentially life-threatening 2013 incident, NASA is taking no chances with the station's aging spacesuits.
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What Happened to Tara Grinstead?
A beloved Georgia H.S. teacher went missing in 2005. Over 11 years later, an unexpected arrest -- but will we ever know the truth of what happened?
The best jobs in America in 2022, ranked
Glassdoor recently unveiled its list... and it's not all tech.
The best places to work in 2022, ranked
It's not only tech companies that continue to win over employees with flexible work environments, good pay and better benefits.
How police tracked an old work truck to find Jennifer Dulos' alleged killer
After scouring 12 hours of grainy surveillance footage, investigators say they found the way Fotis Dulos drove the 70 miles to murder his wife.
25 transgender athletes you should know
These athletes are making waves in the worlds of athletics and advocacy.
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Are the Kids All Right?: Gen(der) Z
For an unprecedented number of young people in Gen Z, gender is a social construct that needs dismantling. In this CBS Reports documentary, we follow four teens with diverse gender identities to see how they are dealing with and experiencing a world that’s redefining gender.
Most Trump candidates lose in GA primaries
Trump-backed candidates appeared to be foundering Tuesday night in Georgia. Incumbent Republican Governor Brian Kemp and Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger both defeated their challengers in the Republican primaries. Ed O'Keefe has more.
Calls for change after Texas school shooting
Congress has tried and failed to pass nearly 20 meaningful gun laws in the last decade. Now, there are renewed calls for Republicans and Democrats to overcome their differences to act following a deadly mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Victims identified in Texas school shooting
Many parents of students at Robb Elementary School are still waiting to hear about their children, but the names of some victims are starting to emerge. Lilia Luciano has more.
At least 21 dead in Texas school shooting
Students and teachers at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas became the latest casualties of America's scourge of gun violence Tuesday. At least 19 children are dead along with 2 adults. Janet Shamlian reports from Uvalde.