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Education in America: Degrees of Cost
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Why 529 plans are the best college-saving tool
Jill Schlesinger explains the plans' tax advantages
What's behind the steep rise in college tuition?
More students graduating with debt is bad news for the economy
50 questions to ask before applying to college
The answers will help you weed out inappropriate institutions, landing you in the school that suits you best
Student debt: The next credit bubble?
CBS MoneyWatch editor-at-large Jill Schlesinger takes a look at the numbers and some possible solutions to the problem
U.S. student debt over $1 trillion
More Americans are burdened with student loan debt with the average balance of more than $26,000
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The new place for personal finance tips? TikTok
Looking for help with your personal finances? Check out TikTok. But beware of scams and bad investing advice.
Consumer prices are soaring. Here's what's increasing the most—and why
Shortages are driving up costs of big-ticket items like cars and washing machines, while pricier crops lead to higher grocery bills.
Will blockbusters save movie theaters this summer?
Theater owners hope newly vaccinated audiences will help them recover after box-office receipts fell 72% last year.
Hospitals across U.S. tell workers they must get COVID-19 shots
Tens of thousands of health care employees face deadlines to get immunized or risk losing their jobs. Some are pushing back.
Diverse comic book series returns after two decades
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America's teen unemployment rate is lowest since 1953
With some older workers sitting on sidelines, teens are rushing in to fill jobs void, drawn by higher pay and openings.
Federal judge halts federal aid program for minority farmers
Minority farmers say they have been unfairly denied government assistance for decades.
Americans lost $227 million to fake prize scams in 2020, report finds
The BBB says complaints actually went down last year, but the amount of money lost went up by 33% compared to 2019.
Goldman Sachs wants to know if returning workers are vaccinated
Wall Street bank's vaccination policy for returning workers reveals the complexity of reopening safely.
McDonald's becomes latest company to be hit by data breach
Fast-food chain says only customers in South Korea and Taiwan are affected after customers' personal data exposed.
Household budgets were already tight. Then came inflation.
Inflation is rising at its fastest rate since 2008. That's causing pain for everyone from young workers to seniors.
Hybrid work models pose security risks, but safeguards exist
A company's weakest link can expose the entire firm to security attacks. An expert provides tips on how to remain vigilant.
Administration ramps up outreach on child tax credit
The IRS is sending out letters to taxpayers who may be eligible based on information it has from tax returns and distributing stimulus checks, among other measures.
IRS sending millions more additional stimulus checks
Another 2.3 million payments will land in bank accounts and mailboxes, with some people getting "plus-up" payments.
Delta flight diverted after passenger became "threat"
The carrier says the passenger was "unruly." "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Dana Jacobson says the pilot said the passenger became a threat.
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Soccer star Christian Eriksen collapses during match
Christian Eriksen was treated for about 10 minutes after collapsing. He was then carried off on a stretcher.
A look at the queen's history-making visits with American presidents
In her nearly 70-year reign, Queen Elizabeth II may have met more U.S. presidents than anyone else alive today.
Volunteers in India deliver meals to families as pandemic takes toll
Auto rickshaw drivers are helping to keep Indians alive as the country grapples with a deadly second outbreak.
Biden and G-7 partners launch infrastructure initiative for developing countries
The initiative is called "Build Back Better World," a play on President Biden's slogan for improving infrastructure at home.
Official dies by apparent suicide during probe into deaths of 21 runners
Jingtai County Communist Party Secretary Li Zuobi jumped from his apartment and died, state television reported.
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Amid neighborhood flag ban, couple installs rainbow lights for Pride
"A little less subtle than our simple flag," said Memo Fachino. "A lot more fun for anyone complaining about the flag itself and what it represents."
Biden to sign bill designating Pulse nightclub a national memorial
"This recognition from both the House and Senate means so much to the LGBTQ+ community," Pulse Orlando wrote of the decision on Facebook.
$28 million buys ticket to fly in space with Jeff Bezos
The flight aboard a New Shepard spacecraft will be the first with passengers on board.
TSA screens over 2 million travelers in a day - most since March 2020
The 2,028,961 people screened on Friday represent 74% of the travel volume compared to the same day in 2019, signaling that summer travel is picking up.
ER visits for suspected suicide attempts among teen girls rose during pandemic
The CDC called for "increased attention to, and prevention for, this population."
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A look at the queen's history-making visits with American presidents
In her nearly 70-year reign, Queen Elizabeth II may have met more U.S. presidents than anyone else alive today.
Biden and G-7 partners launch infrastructure initiative for developing countries
The initiative is called "Build Back Better World," a play on President Biden's slogan for improving infrastructure at home.
Biden administration closes Trump-era office for victims of immigrant crime
The move symbolizes President Joe Biden's rejection of former President Donald Trump's repeated efforts to link immigrants to crime.
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Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Sen. Susan Collins, and more appear on Sunday's "Face the Nation"
Attorney general announces actions to protect voting rights
He said the Justice Department is examining voting laws to "determine whether they discriminate against Black voters and other voters of color."
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Noel Gallagher performs "Holy Mountain"
Noel Gallagher is best known as co-founder of "Oasis," one of the best-selling rock bands of all time. A decade ago he launched a solo career – and this month he celebrates the release of a double-album of greatest hits, "Back The Way We Came Vol. 1." For this week's Saturday Sessions, Gallagher's High Flying Birds performs "Holy Mountain."
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Noel Gallagher performs "Don't Look Back in Anger"
Noel Gallagher is best known as co-founder of "Oasis," one of the best-selling rock bands of all time. A decade ago he launched a solo career – and this month he celebrates the release of a double-album of greatest hits, "High Flying Birds." For this week's Saturday Sessions, Gallagher performs "Don't Look Back in Anger."
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Noel Gallagher performs "We're On Our Way Now"
Noel Gallagher is best known as co-founder of "Oasis," one of the best-selling rock bands of all time. A decade ago he launched a solo career – and this month he celebrates the release of a double-album of greatest hits, "Back The Way We Came Vol. 1." For this week's Saturday Sessions, Gallagher's High Flying Birds performs "We're On Our Way Now."
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McDonald's becomes latest company to be hit by data breach
Fast-food chain says only customers in South Korea and Taiwan are affected after customers' personal data exposed.
Hybrid work models pose security risks, but safeguards exist
A company's weakest link can expose the entire firm to security attacks. An expert provides tips on how to remain vigilant.
Music publishers sue Roblox for copyright infringement
The National Music Publishers' Association alleges that the popular gaming platform "actively encourages" its players to upload popular music skirting licensing fees.
Apple unveils new privacy features in iOS 15 and other products
Tech giant is strengthening its privacy features, including enabling people to track how apps harvest their data.
El Salvador becomes first country to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender
"It will bring financial inclusion, investment, tourism, innovation and economic development for our country," El Salvador's president said.
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Astronomers discover "weird" exoplanet that could have water clouds
Exoplanet TOI-1231 b is "oddly reminiscent" of Neptune, scientists say, and could contain clouds with water.
Hospitals across U.S. tell workers they must get COVID-19 shots
Hundreds of thousands of health care employees face deadlines to get shots. Some are pushing back.
"Ring of fire" solar eclipse captured in photos around the world
Millions of people around the world marveled at the sight of the annular solar eclipse Thursday morning.
Biden administration buys 500 million Pfizer doses for global use
They'll be distributed this year and next and will be given to 92 nations.
Cicadas light up weather radar as U.S. grapples with swarms
"Pretty much all the cicadas that exist are out of the ground and they are in the treetops," U.S. Department of Agriculture entomologist Sammy Ramsey said.
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TSA screens over 2 million travelers in a day - most since March 2020
The 2,028,961 people screened on Friday represent 74% of the travel volume compared to the same day in 2019, signaling that summer travel is picking up.
You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
ER visits for suspected suicide attempts among teen girls rose during pandemic
The CDC called for "increased attention to, and prevention for, this population."
Invasive caterpillars causing Maine residents to break out in rashes
The caterpillar's hairs are poisonous and can cause a blistery rash, even when airborne, upon contact with skin.
Has the Johnson & Johnson vaccine missed a critical moment?
"There have been interruptions, there have been concerns, and there's even been the pause," one state official said. "And because of that, it has at times really not lived up to that promise that we all would have liked here for the J&J vaccine."
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The new place for personal finance tips? TikTok
Looking for help with your personal finances? Check out TikTok. But beware of scams and bad investing advice.
Consumer prices are soaring. Here's what's increasing the most—and why
Shortages are driving up costs of big-ticket items like cars and washing machines, while pricier crops lead to higher grocery bills.
Will blockbusters save movie theaters this summer?
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Hospitals across U.S. tell workers they must get COVID-19 shots
Tens of thousands of health care employees face deadlines to get immunized or risk losing their jobs. Some are pushing back.
Diverse comic book series returns after two decades
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14 injured in shooting in downtown Austin, authorities say
One suspect is in custody and another remains at large.
What we know about the "unprecedented" Capitol riot arrests
"The Capitol Attack is likely the most complex investigation ever prosecuted by the Department of Justice," the government said in a court filing.
Police: Florida supermarket gunman made threats before shooting
The gunman had posted on social media that he wanted to kill people and children, police said.
1979 contract murder tied to former Tennessee governor
A trusted ally of Jimmy Hoffa was gunned down after testifying about a corrupt governor, officials say.
Andrew Brown Jr. shot in back of the head, state autopsy says
The autopsy is fueling continued calls for the release of the full body camera footage of the altercation.
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Astronomers discover "weird" exoplanet that could have water clouds
Exoplanet TOI-1231 b is "oddly reminiscent" of Neptune, scientists say, and could contain clouds with water.
"Ring of fire" solar eclipse captured in photos around the world
Millions of people around the world marveled at the sight of the annular solar eclipse Thursday morning.
NASA's Jupiter probe beams back first pictures of Ganymede
The Juno probe will make flybys of three of Jupiter's moons thanks to a mission extension.
How to watch the rare "ring of fire" solar eclipse on Thursday
Look up! But don't forget your solar eclipse glasses.
Jeff Bezos is heading to space in own rocket
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos announced Monday that he'll fly to space on his own rocket. The New Shepard, built by Bezos' space company Blue Origin, is set to blast off from West Texas on July 20. Christian Davenport, who covers NASA and the space industry for The Washington Post (owned by Bezos), joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the significance of the upcoming flight.
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Notorious serial killer Ted Bundy's murder spree ended when he was caught shortly after attacking several women at Florida State University in Tallahassee.
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Advocate writes book on life with Down syndrome
In his first book, "More Alike Than Different," disability rights advocate David Egan writes about his life as a public speaker with Down syndrome. Chip Reid has more.
Commercial space travel gaining ground
Vacationing in space is quickly becoming a reality, with several companies launching commercial programs to take civilians to outer space. Questions about sustainability and risk still remain, and the price tag is out of reach for everyone but the ultrawealthy. Mark Strassmann has more.
Commemorating the Pulse nightclub shooting
Saturday marks five years since the Pulse nightclub shooting, one of the deadliest mass shootings in U.S. history. In 2016, a gunman opened fire at the gay nightclub, killing 49 people. Michael George has more on the legacy of this tragic event.
Mass shooting at bar in Austin, Texas
14 people were injured early Saturday in a mass shooting at a bar in downtown Austin, Texas. Police have one suspect in custody but another remains at large.
California approaches full reopening
After more than 15 months of emergency restrictions, California is set to fully reopen on Tuesday. Roughly 142 million people in the U.S. are not fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Lilia Luciano reports.