Partisan battle lines drawn over debt ceiling
Washington barely had time to catch its breath after reaching a deal on raising taxes; Now comes the next showdown
The Fiscal Cliff
Poll: Republicans disapprove of Boehner "cliff" handling
Fifty-two percent of Republicans say they were unhappy with how House Speaker John Boehner handled "fiscal cliff" negotiations
Middle class the big loser in "fiscal cliff" deal?
Regular wage earners will pay more in taxes, while the wealthy and companies may use strategies to reduce rates
Tax deductions get thrown over "cliff"
Certain parts of the new law that avoided plunging U.S. off "fiscal cliff" could catch some taxpayers by surprise
What the "fiscal cliff" bill means to taxpayers
Whose taxes are affected and what tax credits would be extended in a bipartisan bill passed by both the Senate and the House
Will GOP unite before next fiscal fight?
Conservative senators give House members a pass for voting against "fiscal cliff" plan; say GOP will be more united in next debate
Obama signs "fiscal cliff" bill into law
President cements, via autopen, hard-won deal into law, dodging across-the-board spending cuts and raising taxes on the richest
"Fiscal cliff" averted -- now what?
Congress has set itself up for another high-pressure fiscal showdown in a matter of weeks
"Fiscal cliff" bill had some hidden pork
Racetrack owners getting speedier deductions, Puerto Rican rum subsidy, wind power credits among parts of "fiscal cliff" bill
Obama trumpets newly "progressive" tax code
Despite criticism from the left, the president counts "fiscal cliff" package as a victory
Stocks soar after Congress passes "fiscal cliff" bill
Dow Jones industrial average careened more than 300 points higher, its biggest gain since December 2011
Moody's, S&P weigh in on "fiscal cliff" deal
Ratings agency says Congress must take steps to shrink the budget deficit if it wants to keep the government's "Aaa" rating
Should GOP be grumbling over "cliff" deal?
Analysis: CBS' Major Garrett says GOP should be happy about the tax cuts; it's something the party has spent decades fighting for
"Fiscal cliff" deal gives Biden big boost
Vice president hailed with bipartisan praise after putting decades of experience to use ushering deal through Congress
GOP Rep: "We got whooped" on "fiscal cliff"
Retiring Rep. Steve LaTourette, R-Ohio believes the GOP was stiffed in the "fiscal cliff" deal - but voted for it anyway
4 surprise tax perks in the "fiscal cliff" deal
Hollywood, NASCAR are among the beneficiaries of tax credits in the "cliff" deal
"Fiscal cliff" deal: how it came to pass
Politico's congressional reporter Sueng Min Kim breaks down the backroom dealings that led to the bipartisan agreement
"Fiscal cliff" averted after deal clears House
House relents and passes "far from perfect" Senate bill, protecting most Americans from an income tax hike
Ohio GOP congressman speaks out on "fiscal cliff" deal
Congressman speaks out on "fiscal cliff" deal
Congress approves plan to avert "fiscal cliff"
"Fiscal cliff" averted
Obama seeks "less drama" in future talks with Congress
Obama will not debate debt ceiling
House to vote on "fiscal cliff" tonight
After a day of House Republicans voicing their anger over the lack of spending cuts, House GOP leaders will move forward with final vote
Boehner offers GOP two "cliff" choices
If he has the votes, they'll amend the Senate-passed bill; if not, the House will vote on the Senate bill as passed
Obama on "fiscal cliff" deal: good first step
President hands out praise for bipartisan effort in Congress and to his vice president Joe Biden
Fiscal cliff deal heads to House after Senate vote
GOP-dominated chamber may vote as early as afternoon of rare New Year's Day session after Senate's middle-of-the-night approval
Politics
U.S., NATO to surge weaponry to Ukraine to help shore up defenses
An array of lethal and non-lethal weapons systems have been approved to give Ukraine the means to defend itself.
Biden's chief of staff on potential Putin sanctions: "Nothing on the economic side is off the table"
Ron Klain says the decision on whether to personally sanction Putin would be made "at the appropriate time" by the president and national security officials.
What's next for Biden's social spending plan
Senator Joe Manchin says Democrats will be starting negotiations on the Build Back Better Act from scratch.
Supreme Court won't accelerate challenge to Texas abortion law
The move means the Texas ban is likely to remain in effect for the foreseeable future.
U.S. sanctions four Ukrainians it alleges were working with Russia
Two of the four are currently members of the Ukrainian parliament. The U.S. has also authorized third-party weapons transfers to Ukraine.
White House says Biden is not "casting doubt" on 2022 legitimacy
The president said the "prospect of being illegitimate is in direct proportion" to not passing voting reforms.
Biden approval has sunk most with young Americans, independents
Their continued frustration could make Democrats' already tough path to holding Congress this year even more difficult.
Georgia prosecutor requests special grand jury in Trump probe
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis wrote there's "a reasonable probability" that the state's 2020 presidential election "was subject to possible criminal disruptions."
States move to front lines in battle over abortion rights with Supreme Court decision looming
Pro-abortion rights advocates are pursuing a multi-pronged offensive to protect access in states with divided governance, where the future of abortion care is less predictable.
House January 6 committee asks Ivanka Trump to speak with them
The committee has already asked for "certain data records" from Eric Trump and Kimberly Guilfoyle, Donald Trump Jr.'s fiancée.
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Man found dead in Maryland home surrounded by over 100 snakes
The breeds found included pythons, rattlesnakes, cobras and black mambas, an official said.
U.S., NATO to surge weaponry to Ukraine to help shore up defenses
An array of lethal and non-lethal weapons systems have been approved to give Ukraine the means to defend itself.
Arctic blast to bring significant ice and snow to several states
The stretch of cold air this weekend could be the longest the country has seen so far this winter season.
Adele postpones Las Vegas residency
The 15-time Grammy award-winner sobbed in an Instagram video announcing the postponement, blaming COVID and delivery delays.
Jury selected for federal trial of 3 cops charged in George Floyd's death
Floyd, 46, died on May 25, 2020, after former Officer Derek Chauvin's pinned him to the ground with his knee on Floyd's neck for 9 1/2 minutes.
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U.S., NATO to surge weaponry to Ukraine to help shore up defenses
An array of lethal and non-lethal weapons systems have been approved to give Ukraine the means to defend itself.
Biden's chief of staff on potential Putin sanctions: "Nothing on the economic side is off the table"
Ron Klain says the decision on whether to personally sanction Putin would be made "at the appropriate time" by the president and national security officials.
What's next for Biden's social spending plan
Senator Joe Manchin says Democrats will be starting negotiations on the Build Back Better Act from scratch.
Supreme Court won't accelerate challenge to Texas abortion law
The move means the Texas ban is likely to remain in effect for the foreseeable future.
U.S. sanctions four Ukrainians it alleges were working with Russia
Two of the four are currently members of the Ukrainian parliament. The U.S. has also authorized third-party weapons transfers to Ukraine.
Health
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How to avoid buying a fake home COVID-19 test
The FDA says criminals are posing as real sellers of home virus tests. Here's how to avoid getting ripped off.
Southwest ejected disabled passenger who pulled down her mask, lawsuit claims
The 68-year old Florida resident was yelled at, berated and ejected after pulling down her mask to drink water, suit claims.
Starbucks ends worker vaccine requirement after SCOTUS ruling
Biden plan to require vaccines or regular testing at large companies was blocked by Supreme Court last week.
England is about to drop virtually all anti-COVID restrictions
Prime Minister Boris Johnson says thanks to booster shots and people following the rules, the Omicron wave "has now peaked" in the U.K., so the rules are being lifted.
Pfizer CEO awarded $1M Genesis Prize for COVID-19 vaccine
Albert Bourla said he accepted prize "on behalf of all my Pfizer colleagues who answered the urgent call of history."
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IRS will require people to sign up with ID.me to access their online accounts
Starting this summer, an ID.me account will be required to view a tax transcript or pull up payment history on IRS.gov.
How to avoid buying a fake home COVID-19 test
The FDA says criminals are posing as real sellers of home virus tests. Here's how to avoid getting ripped off.
A record 9 million Americans are out sick amid COVID surge
The nation's worker shortage is intensifying as the Omicron variant spreads, impacting a range of industries.
Peloton shares slide after report it is pausing production
Maker of connected workout machines will temporarily stop making its signature bikes and treadmills, according to CNBC.
Queen Elizabeth is hiring a housekeeper — for minimum wage
The job advert wants someone with a "proactive approach" and a willingness to work for $12.96 an hour, the base wage in U.K..
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Biden's chief of staff on potential Putin sanctions: "Nothing on the economic side is off the table"
Ron Klain says the decision on whether to personally sanction Putin would be made "at the appropriate time" by the president and national security officials.
Belarus officials charged in Ryanair flight diversion
The plane was forced to land in Belarus due to an alleged bomb threat — but the indictment says that was a ruse.
U.S. sanctions four Ukrainians it alleges were working with Russia
Two of the four are currently members of the Ukrainian parliament. The U.S. has also authorized third-party weapons transfers to Ukraine.
Report on sexual abuse in German diocese faults retired pope
The report on sexual abuse in Germany's Munich diocese faulted Benedict's handling of four cases when he was archbishop in the 1970s and 1980s.
Queen Elizabeth is hiring a housekeeper — for minimum wage
The job advert wants someone with a "proactive approach" and a willingness to work for $12.96 an hour, the base wage in U.K..
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Adele postpones Las Vegas residency
The 15-time Grammy award-winner sobbed in an Instagram video announcing the postponement, blaming COVID and delivery delays.
Elton John wants "to do something different" after retiring from the road
The pandemic lockdowns didn't stop Elton John from having one of his best years in decades on the charts.
Sir Elton John on retiring from the road
Sir Elton John kicked off the final leg of his "Farewell Yellow Brick Road" tour on Wednesday in New Orleans. He spoke with Anthony Mason about heading back on the road, recording his latest hit album "The Lockdown Sessions," and his new line of glasses benefitting the Elton John AIDS Foundation.
The M&M characters are getting a redesign
The redesign is focused on creating a sense of belonging and community.
Remembering trailblazer André Leon Talley
Fashion lost a larger-than-life icon this week when André Leon Talley died at age 73. CBS News sat down with Talley and his mentee designer LaQuan Smith in 2020 to talk about their lives and fashion.
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IRS will require people to sign up with ID.me to access their online accounts
Starting this summer, an ID.me account will be required to view a tax transcript or pull up payment history on IRS.gov.
Crypto.com says hackers stole more than $30M in bitcoin, ethereum
Cryptocurrency exchange temporarily suspended withdrawals after cybercriminals raided 483 customer accounts.
What customers should know about the AT&T-Verizon 5G rollout
The telecom carriers are expanding their high-speed networks to bring faster service to more parts of U.S.
5G will disrupt flights, airlines say
Major U.S. airlines warn the rollout of new 5G networks could potentially ground and delay planes, as AT&T and Verizon plan to launch 5G towers near airports across the country. CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports on how airlines are being affected and CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Irina Ivanova joins CBSN to discuss the technology.
SpaceX continues rapid-fire launch cadence
It was SpaceX's third orbital launch in just 12 days.
Science
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Massive coral reef found in Tahiti "twilight zone"
Humans and climate change are killing the world's reefs. The latest discovery of one of the largest deepwater reefs offers hope they can survive.
Sea dragon fossil discovered
An almost-perfect fossil of a 180-million-year-old reptile was discovered in a drained reservoir in England. As Charlie D'Agata reports, the rare find of the bones of a "Sea Dragon" that is over 33-feet long may help scientists learn about why these beasts failed to adapt to a changing climate.
SpaceX continues rapid-fire launch cadence
It was SpaceX's third orbital launch in just 12 days.
SpaceX launches 49 more Starlink satellites
SpaceX fired off its third Falcon 9 of 2022 on Tuesday, boosting another 49 Starlink internet satellites into orbit as the company continues building out a globe-spanning network of commercial broadband relay stations. Watch the launch.
Government clean-coal projects flopped, federal watchdog finds
U.S. is investing billions in "carbon capture" technologies. So far, there's not much to show for it.
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Jury selected for federal trial of 3 cops charged in George Floyd's death
Floyd, 46, died on May 25, 2020, after former Officer Derek Chauvin's pinned him to the ground with his knee on Floyd's neck for 9 1/2 minutes.
Belarus officials charged in Ryanair flight diversion
The plane was forced to land in Belarus due to an alleged bomb threat — but the indictment says that was a ruse.
Causes of death revealed for mom, toddler who fell at Petco Park
An attorney for Wilkins' family disputed the findings and said the deaths were a tragic accident.
U.S. farmer accused of plotting assassination of Ukrainian official
Kurt Groszhans said he left North Dakota to explore his Ukrainian heritage and invest in the country's agro-industry. Now he's facing charges of attempted murder and extortion.
Jury selection in trial over Floyd's death begins
Jury selection begins Thursday in the trial of three former Minneapolis police officers who were at the scene when Derek Chauvin killed George Floyd. They are facing federal charges of willfully depriving Floyd of his civil rights. Mola Lenghi reports.
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SpaceX continues rapid-fire launch cadence
It was SpaceX's third orbital launch in just 12 days.
"Potentially hazardous" asteroid to have close encounter with Earth
January 18 will be the closest the asteroid has come to Earth since 1933.
Why do astronauts get "space anemia"? This study has an answer.
The world-first study found that more than 3 million red blood cells were killed a second in space, compared to just 2 million on Earth.
SpaceX launches 105 small satellites in "rideshare" mission
SpaceX plans up to four commercial rideshare missions per year to provide low-cost access to space.
Watch: SpaceX launches Falcon 9 rocket
SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 105 small satellites from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida and successfully landed the booster for reuse. Watch how the launch unfolded.
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Paramount+ will exclusively premiere "Indivisible - Healing Hate," a gripping six-part documentary narrated by Mandy Patinkin that traces the origins of anti-government extremism and how it built on a deadly series of historical events over decades to culminate in the violent storming of the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.
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Voting rights legislation fails in Senate
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Omicron batters states with low vaccination rates
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