Allianz Life data breach affects majority of 1.4 million U.S. customers
Hackers gained access to personal data on the majority of the 1.4 million customers of Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America, the company confirmed Saturday.
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DHS, HHS among agencies hacked in Microsoft Sharepoint breach
Department of Homeland Security headquarters, several of its agencies and the Department of Health and Human Services have been hacked as part of a wider breach of Microsoft SharePoint.
Steve Kroft investigates the multibillion dollar industry that collects, analyzes and sells the personal information of millions of Americans with virtually no oversight
Steve Kroft investigates the multibillion dollar industry that collects, analyzes and sells the personal information of millions of Americans with virtually no oversight.
How to download your TikTok data and videos now that service is shuttered
TikTok voluntarily shut down service. However, the social media app still gave users the option to download their data.
What would happen to TikTok on my phone if the app is banned?
A law that could ban TikTok in the U.S. is set to take effect on Jan. 19. Here's what that would mean for users of the social media platform.
Supreme Court seems likely to uphold TikTok ban as deadline nears
The Supreme Court seemed likely to uphold a new law that could force TikTok to shut down in the U.S., with conservative and liberal justices alike expressing skepticism about the legal challenge.
U.S. begins to retaliate against China over hack of telecom networks
The Commerce Department's action is a direct response to China's infiltration of telecom networks earlier this year.
Big tech companies engage in "vast surveillance" of users, FTC says
FTC Chair Lina Khan says tech giants such as Meta and Google "endanger people's privacy" and "expose them to a host of harms."
AT&T to pay $13 million to settle FCC probe over cloud data breach
AT&T failed to ensure that a third-party vendor adequately protected the telecom carrier's customers, regulators say.
EU says Elon Musk's X violating Digital Services Act with blue checks
The EU's governing body has charged Elon Musk's X platform with violating the Digital Services Act with its blue checkmarks.
CDK Global calls recent cyberattack a "ransom event"
In letter to clients, company says its systems will be up and running in days, not weeks.
CDK cyberattack leaves thousands of car dealers spinning their wheels
"Everything is frozen, everything is tied up," one auto dealership owner said after cyberattacks crippled software maker CDK Global.
CDK cyberattack shuts down auto dealerships across the U.S.
Multiple cyberattacks on software maker CDK Global are causing havoc for thousands of car dealerships across the U.S.
Nissan data breach exposes Social Security numbers of nearly 53,000
Ransomware attack targeted a Nissan virtual private network, the automaker's U.S. subsidiary said.
What customers should know about AT&T's massive data breach
AT&T said data found on the "dark web" contains information such as Social Security numbers and passcodes for roughly 73 million current and former customers.
X blocks searches for "Taylor Swift" after explicit deepfakes go viral
Some Taylor Swift-related searches on X are returning error messages after platform pledged last week to "take appropriate actions" against accounts that shared fake images of singer.
Friday is last day for Facebook users to claim settlement money
The application to collect part of Meta's data privacy settlement is simple, requiring only a few minutes to fill out.
TSA expands controversial facial recognition program
As possible record-setting crowds fill airports nationwide, passengers may encounter new technology at TSA checkpoints.
TikTok users file lawsuit challenging Montana ban
Montana's Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte signed the bill banning TikTok into law on Wednesday, but it's already being challenged in court.
"Godfather of AI" leaves Google to talk about potential dangers
Geoffrey Hinton, who worked with Google and mentors AI's rising stars, started looking at artificial intelligence more than 40 years ago, he told "CBS Mornings" in late March.
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.
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.
"Godfather of artificial intelligence" weighs in on the past and potential of AI
Geoffrey Hinton, who works with Google and mentors AI's rising stars, started researching artificial intelligence over 40 years ago.
Technology
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Behind Anthropic's alarming AI model
Anthropic announced its new AI model is too powerful for public release. Puck's Ian Krietzberg joins CBS News with more.
Analysis finds AI will reshape 50-55% of jobs
Researchers at Boston Consulting Group estimate that AI will "reshape" between 50-55% of U.S. jobs over the next three years. They note that while AI integration will likely change the nature of the work, it doesn't necessarily mean job losses in every case. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo has more.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Anthropic claims new AI too powerful to release
Anthropic says its newest AI model, Claude Mythos, is too powerful and dangerous to be released to the public. Tech journalist Jacob Ward joins CBS News to discuss.
AI will affect more than half of all U.S. jobs, analysis finds
Artificial intelligence is more likely to change the nature of work than to supplant masses of workers, according to researchers.
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.
H-1B visa program changes impact global talent
Trump administration changes to the U.S. H-1B visa program have impacted the global talent coming to the U.S. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports from India.
The $100,000 H-1B visa fee is impacting the U.S.'s ability to attract global talent
According to numbers from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, more than 70% of H-1B visa holders in 2024 were Indian.
New film on risks and rewards of AI
"CBS Mornings" sits down with Tristan Harris, co-founder and president of the Center for Humane Technology, who is featured in the 2026 documentary, "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
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Inflation surged in March as Iran war drove up energy costs
Inflation rose at an annual rate of 3.3% in March, driven by the sharpest monthly increase in gas prices since 1967.
FAA investigates close call between Frontier plane and trucks at LAX
The Federal Aviation Administration launched an investigation after a Frontier plane nearly collided with two trucks on an LAX taxiway.
White House staff received email warning not to place bets on prediction markets
White House aides got an email last month telling them not to place bets on prediction markets with nonpublic information, multiple administration officials told CBS News.
Judge says Pentagon must restore press access
A federal judge blocked a restrictive new Defense Dept. press policy instituted after previously he ruled Pentagon press restrictions issued last year were unlawful.
As Artemis II heads back to Earth, crew is staking their lives on the heat shield
Despite problems during the unpiloted Artemis I reentry, the Artemis II crew is confident their heat shield will protect them during a fiery descent to Earth on Friday.
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Inflation surged in March as Iran war drove up energy costs
Inflation rose at an annual rate of 3.3% in March, driven by the sharpest monthly increase in gas prices since 1967.
Strait of Hormuz still seeing significantly lower traffic despite ceasefire
Few ships passed through the waterway Wednesday and Thursday despite a ceasefire agreement that was supposed to open the waterway key to transiting oil across the globe.
Property taxes are surging. See what homeowners pay by state and county.
The average U.S. property tax bill rose 3.7% last year to $4,427, outpacing inflation even as the typical home lost value.
DOJ probing NFL over games on paid platforms, sources say
The NFL is being investigated for practices that allegedly harm consumers for licensing games to multiple platforms — paid streaming platforms, paid cable networks, and others, sources said.
USPS halts contributions to pension plan after warning of "cash crisis"
The U.S. Postal Service, which lost $9 billion in 2025, recently warned that it could run out of money within 12 months.
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White House staff received email warning not to place bets on prediction markets
White House aides got an email last month telling them not to place bets on prediction markets with nonpublic information, multiple administration officials told CBS News.
Judge says Pentagon must restore press access
A federal judge blocked a restrictive new Defense Dept. press policy instituted after previously he ruled Pentagon press restrictions issued last year were unlawful.
Inside Pam Bondi's aggressive push to crack down on animal cruelty crimes
A politically connected nonprofit animal shelter helped steer Bondi on DOJ's approach on animal cruelty crimes and their prosecution.
U.S. to lead ceasefire talks between Lebanon and Israel in D.C.
The U.S. is convening hastily arranged diplomatic talks next week in Washington, D.C., aimed at crafting a ceasefire in Lebanon.
First lady Melania Trump slams "baseless lies" tying her to Jeffrey Epstein
First lady Melania Trump delivered a televised statement denying a relationship with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
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Medicaid work rules will stress states' staffing capacity
Some states already don't have enough staff to quickly process Medicaid applications and answer enrollees' phone calls. Researchers say they may not be prepared to handle new Medicaid work rules, predicting people will lose coverage as a result.
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2 more drug companies to officially launch on TrumpRx
Two more drug-making giants, Abbvie and Genentech, will start selling popular medications on the White House's discounted pharmaceutical site as soon as Monday.
Social media driving teens toward steroids, extreme body transformations
Behind some of the viral physiques lies a troubling trend: the use of a powerful drug never approved for humans.
Scientist with rare ALS genetic mutation looks to experimental treatment
Every few months for the past three years, Jeff Vierstra has been receiving infusions in his spine that target and disable a mutated gene that made it likely he would develop ALS.
New ALS treatment brings hope to patients
"CBS Saturday Morning" looks at an experimental treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig's disease, that is bringing hope to some patients suffering from the neurodegenerative disease. To inquire about possible participation in Silence ALS, an initiative to develop individualized gene-based therapies for patients with other rare genetic forms of ALS, please write to silenceals@cumc.columbia.edu.
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Bodies of at least 11 people found in hidden graves in western Mexico
The discovery of the grave site adds to dozens of similar cases in Jalisco, the state hardest hit by Mexico's missing persons crisis.
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Live Updates: U.S., Iran prepare for talks as shaky ceasefire holds
The U.S. and Iran are getting ready for talks Saturday in Islamabad, Pakistan, as their tenuous ceasefire held despite key sticking points.
Strait of Hormuz still seeing significantly lower traffic despite ceasefire
Few ships passed through the waterway Wednesday and Thursday despite a ceasefire agreement that was supposed to open the waterway key to transiting oil across the globe.
Exclusive
See messages Brian Hooker sent his friend after wife's disappearance
Brian Hooker exchanged Facebook messages with a friend, which CBS News exclusively reviewed, after his wife vanished in the Bahamas over the weekend.
Putin declares 32-hour ceasefire in Ukraine for Orthodox Easter
Russia's President Vladimir Putin has declared a ceasefire in Ukraine over the Orthodox Easter.
Entertainment
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BTS kicks off comeback world tour
K-pop supergroup BTS hit the stage on Thursday, kicking off their comeback world tour after a four-year hiatus. Nicole Fell, assistant editor at The Hollywood Reporter, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
How realistic is "Project Hail Mary"?
Ryan Gosling's new movie, "Project Hail Mary," is raising questions about the future of the Sun. CBS News contributor Janna Levin joins with more details.
"Survivor 50" castaway talks elimination
(Spoilers ahead) The latest castaway voted off "Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans" joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss being eliminated from the game, this season's challenges and being the first member of the jury.
NASA drops Artemis II moon mission playlist with astronauts' wake-up songs
The moon music tradition started more than 50 years ago, NASA said as it shared the Artemis II crew's playlist this week.
Kanye West's upcoming Italy gig sparks debate after U.K. denied rapper entry
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West being denied entry into the U.K. has raised questions over the star's upcoming performance in Italy.
Technology
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Technology
Behind Anthropic's alarming AI model
Anthropic announced its new AI model is too powerful for public release. Puck's Ian Krietzberg joins CBS News with more.
Analysis finds AI will reshape 50-55% of jobs
Researchers at Boston Consulting Group estimate that AI will "reshape" between 50-55% of U.S. jobs over the next three years. They note that while AI integration will likely change the nature of the work, it doesn't necessarily mean job losses in every case. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo has more.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Anthropic claims new AI too powerful to release
Anthropic says its newest AI model, Claude Mythos, is too powerful and dangerous to be released to the public. Tech journalist Jacob Ward joins CBS News to discuss.
AI will affect more than half of all U.S. jobs, analysis finds
Artificial intelligence is more likely to change the nature of work than to supplant masses of workers, according to researchers.
Science
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First major forecast for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is released
Colorado State University has released its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting 13 named storms and six hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.
Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative.
March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
Emperor penguins listed as endangered species
The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.
Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
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DOJ probing NFL over fees, sources say
Sources tell CBS News that the Justice Department is investigating the NFL over subscription fees concerns. Jake Rosen reports.
Breaking down Melania Trump's Epstein remarks
First lady Melania Trump held remarks on Thursday denying any link to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Police arrest 21 suspects in hospice fraud case
Police file charges against 21 suspects in what's described as a $267 million fraud case with zero legitimate patients. Adam Yamaguchi reports.
A man stole a handbag outside a London pub. Inside was a Faberge egg and watch.
A man who stole a handbag containing a Faberge egg and watch worth at least $2.8 million from a London pub was jailed for more than two years.
"Ketamine Queen" sentenced to 15 years
Jasveen Sangha, the woman described as the "Ketamine Queen," was sentenced Wednesday to 15 years in federal prison for her role in the death of "Friends" co-star Matthew Perry. Carter Evans reports.
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As Artemis II heads back to Earth, crew is staking their lives on the heat shield
Despite problems during the unpiloted Artemis I reentry, the Artemis II crew is confident their heat shield will protect them during a fiery descent to Earth on Friday.
NASA drops Artemis II moon mission playlist with astronauts' wake-up songs
The moon music tradition started more than 50 years ago, NASA said as it shared the Artemis II crew's playlist this week.
NASA gears up for Artemis II crew's return to Earth
With Artemis II astronauts closing out on-board tests, flight controllers are prepping for reentry and splashdown Friday.
Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
Artemis II crew on path back to Earth after historic trip around the moon
The Artemis II crew flew farther from Earth than any humans in history as they passed over the far side of the moon on Monday night.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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DOJ probing NFL over fees, sources say
Sources tell CBS News that the Justice Department is investigating the NFL over subscription fees concerns. Jake Rosen reports.
The DOJ is investigating the NFL. Here's why.
The Justice Department launched an investigation into the NFL over games on paid platforms, alleging the league could be driving costs too high. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Artemis II crew is headed home. What to know.
The Artemis II crew is headed back to Earth after a successful mission to the moon. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.
U.S.-Iran ceasefire news, Vance to Pakistan
The world is awaiting the results of talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, between U.S. and Iranian officials as concerns grow about the fragile ceasefire in the Iran war. CBS News' Nancy Cordes reports, and Humza Jilani, the Pakistan correspondent for the Financial Times, joins with more insight.
Breaking down Melania Trump's Epstein remarks
First lady Melania Trump held remarks on Thursday denying any link to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.