Binge drinking among older Americans is on the rise
People 65 and older are more sensitive to alcohol, which can exacerbate chronic health conditions or interfere with prescription medications
Healthy retirement
Here are 2019's higher limits for retirement savings accounts
The IRS has raised its annual contribution maximums for 401(k)s, IRAs, and health savings accounts
The new work trend: "Unretirement"
A new survey finds workers who retired are coming back to the workforce, many times in a completely different career. Katie Aupperle from KXJB-TV reports from Fargo, North Dakota.
Health care & retirement
When it comes to health care bills, millions of Americans may come up short and it will only get worse as you age. Business and financial expert Dan Geltrude joins CBSN to discuss how to plan ahead for health expenses.
Health savings accounts: Good retirement medicine
Health care costs can ruin years of careful planning -- that's where an HSA can come in handy
Why HSAs are good retirement medicine
Health care costs can ruin years of careful retirement planning, but an HSA can help meet that challenge.
Are you drinking enough water?
"It's the most basic thing, yet it runs the most complicated machine, our bodies," says Dr. David Dupree
Why sleep is so essential for your health
Dr. Alcibiades Rodriguez explains how sleep impacts overall health, and how to get the quality and quantity you need
The effects of sleep
No one seems to get enough sleep these days, but rest is how the human body recovers. Dr. Alcibiades Rodriguez joins CBSN to talk about how sleep impacts overall health, and how to get the quality and quantity you need.
Ways to boost bone health as you age
Dr. Joshua Grahlman shares strategies to help build bone strength and prevent fractures
Future-proof your bones
No matter a person's age, protecting the body through lifestyle choices, a healthy diet and physical activity should be a top priority. Dr. Joshua Grahlman, founder of Clutch Physical Therapy, speaks with Reena Ninan on how to future-proof bones.
How technology can impact long-term health
Wired magazine editor-in-chief Nick Thompson looks at some of the ways technology can help hack the aging process
Skin protection pays off as you age
Taking preventative measures against skin cancer increases your odds of longevity and good health in your later years
Preventing skin cancer
If you haven't started taking preventative measures to reduce your risk of skin cancer, now is the time. Dr. David Agus spoke with CBSN about the best way to protect your skin from the sun's harmful rays.
Food for thought: You are what you eat
Dr. Jeffrey Morrison breaks down metabolic needs for a diet to boost your long-term health
Diet and longevity
Healthy eating is an essential step towards living a long and active life. Dr. Jeffrey Morrison, a physician and nutritionist at the Morrison Center in New York City, spoke to CBSN about the importance of a balanced diet as you age.
Retiring in a foreign country
Venturing abroad for retirement can offer major benefits -- if you've thought things through.
Eye on Money
Life expectancy in the U.S. continues to rise. How do you ensure you save enough money to last your entire retirement? CBS News senior business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins CBSN with tips for stretching your savings.
Planning for a longer retirement
With longevity increasing and uncertainty over retirement benefits, how should young people plan to save?
How do you retire young?
If you aren't making millions, is it possible to retire early from your day job?
Meditation helps retiree find her "encore"
Studies have shown mindfulness meditation may boost brain health, and it helps some ease the transition to retirement
Love and sex later in life: "It doesn't get old"
As you get older, romantic love and physical affection have benefits for both mind and body
Same-day hip replacements get patients back on their feet
Some patients can be in and out of the hospital faster than ever, but it may not be the right option for everyone
Best foods to protect your aging brain
There's growing evidence that what you eat can affect your risk of Alzheimer's disease
60-year-old is living proof: "Fitness has no age"
A New York City fitness instructor reveals the secret to keeping her mind and body strong
Health
For men with breast cancer, early detection is critical
Breast cancer in men accounts for about 1% of all breast cancer cases – but the mortality rate is higher for men
Blue Halloween buckets raise autism awareness
For some children with autism, trick-or-treating could be overwhelming, but blue pumpkins will let others know they are trying to enjoy the day
41-year-old has stroke a month after hormone treatment for fatigue
In search of "fountain of youth," people are turning to popular hormone clinics. But are they safe?
Mormons urge Utah not to bar "conversion therapy" for LGBTQ minors
The church's stand is opposed by LGBTQ rights advocates, and the American Psychiatry Association and AMA, among others, also want the therapy banned
Taco Bell recalls 2.3 million pounds of seasoned beef
Fast-food chain pulls meat used in burritos and tacos from restaurants in 21 states after customer complaints
Hormone therapy clinics could be putting patients in danger
A CBS News investigation found clinics across the country are prescribing hormones to people with normal levels
Bots behind most e-cigarette marketing, study finds
Nearly 80% of tweets about vaping come from automated "bots" that spread misinformation about e-cigarettes' safety
CBS News poll: Most Americans favor a national health plan
But most Americans still like the health insurance they currently have and do not want private insurance to be replaced by a public option
Doctors Without Borders urges pharma to slash TB drug price
Making the life-saving medication more affordable would improve cure rates and ease treatment, group says
Suicide attempts increase among black children and teens
"Kids are telling us something... and I think that is something that every citizen in America should be concerned about"
Man drives five hours for surgery insurance won't cover
Around the country, middle-class Americans with high-deductible insurance plans are heading to dozens of cash-based surgery centers
Wasted U.S. health care spending tops annual defense budget
Redundant administrative tasks, opaque pricing, misaligned incentives — welcome to America's bloated medical system
Teens with skin conditions inspire masterpieces on fashion runway
Three teens modeled dresses that represent something more than what meets the eye
With Medicare's open enrollment, should you change plans?
This open enrollment season for Medicare, seniors will face plenty of changes — and some new pitfalls
Vapers – like smokers – may now pay more for life insurance
Insurance company Prudential will treat users of e-cigarettes like smokers, making their policies more expensive
World
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Russia accuses U.S. diplomats of trespassing in restricted area
American officials apparently told Moscow they were visiting the area, but Russia says they strayed from their stated destination, close to the scene of a mysterious nuclear accident
As Japan digs out after a killer typhoon, more rain is on the way
Scores have been killed but Tokyo's flood defenses held strong. The question as more rain comes and storms get stronger is, can they continue to do so?
U.K. and EU agree on new Brexit deal, but it isn't over yet
"We've got a great new deal that takes back control," British PM Boris Johnson tweets, but his Northern Irish partners could stand in the way
Top diplomat testified Giuliani was "impeding" Ukraine mission — live updates
The former U.S. special envoy to Ukraine returned to Capitol Hill for an unannounced second meeting
Violent protests in Barcelona over Catalan separatists' jail sentences
Catalan police said protesters threw gasoline bombs, stones, bottles and firecrackers at them
U.S.
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Sandy Hook victim's dad "shamed" companies to fight conspiracy theories
Lenny Pozner funneled his anger into action as conspiracy theories surfaced surrounding the shooting
New California laws aim to prevent bullying and suicides
The laws include required taxpayer funding for suicide crisis centers and easy access for kids from kindergarten through sixth grade to suicide prevention materials
Video purports to show concerns days before hotel collapse
"This is seriously bad," one worker is heard saying in the video purporting to show the condition of the half-built Hard Rock Cafe hotel in New Orleans before it collapsed
Top diplomat testified Giuliani was "impeding" Ukraine mission — live updates
The former U.S. special envoy to Ukraine returned to Capitol Hill for an unannounced second meeting
More than 60 million in path of powerful nor'easter
The storm was bringing heavy rain and powerful winds
Politics
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Top diplomat testified Giuliani was "impeding" Ukraine mission — live updates
The former U.S. special envoy to Ukraine returned to Capitol Hill for an unannounced second meeting
Elijah Cummings, longtime Baltimore congressman, has died at 68
The key figure in the impeachment inquiry into President Trump succumbed to "complications concerning longstanding health challenges," his office said
Ex-Ukraine envoy testified he was "never asked to do anything" wrong
Kurt Volker, the former special representative to Ukraine, said he feared the U.S.-Ukraine relationship was "getting sucked into a domestic political debate"
Michael Bennet slams "idiotic" DNC rules that kept him from debate
Bennet said the Democratic National Committee's rules make his opponents "seem more viable than I am, but I'm not sure they are"
House passes resolution condemning Trump on Syria
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said "we're looking at that on this side as well"
Entertainment
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Elton John calls Disney's "Lion King" remake a "huge disappointment"
"The new version of The Lion King was a huge disappointment to me, because I believe they messed the music up," John said. "The magic and joy were lost."
Reality TV show's challenge: Go vegetarian or eat your pet
British program challenges meat eaters to live with animals — and kill them if they decide to stay carnivores
Paul Rudd on the challenges of playing opposite himself in new series
In the new Netflix series, "Living With Yourself," Rudd finds himself replaced by a better version of himself
William and Kate visit melting glacier, call for climate action
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visit remote region of Pakistan where they hear global warming has already put lives at risk
Paul Rudd talks new Netflix series
Paul Rudd has become one of Hollywood's most beloved actors over his more than 25-year career. He's starred in everything from "Clueless", to hit comedies like "Anchorman" and "This Is 40." Now, Rudd stars opposite himself in a new Netflix series called "Living With Yourself." He portrays Miles, a man who is unhappy with his life and visits a spa, hoping to turn things around. In this clip, Miles returns home to find he has been replaced, by a better version of himself. Rudd joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the challenges of playing opposite himself.
Technology
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How to get up to $358 in the Yahoo data breach settlement
If you had an account with the portal between 2012 and 2016, you could be eligible for cash or free credit monitoring
Google debuts new Pixel 4 smartphone and more
The new phone boasts better facial recognition technology, a second camera lens, and motion-sensing technology
Blizzard says China had "no influence" in video gamer ban
Gaming company exec defends move to suspend Hearthstone player after he expressed support for Hong Kong protests
SpaceX makes push toward piloted test flight
Critical tests in the next few months must go well for Crew Dragon to carry out piloted test flight
NASA to launch satellite from 40,000 feet — from an airplane
The launch kicks off a $252 million mission to study Earth's electrically charged ionosphere
Science
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NASA names new chief of human spaceflight
Douglas Loverro faces a full plate as NASA gears up for accelerated moon program
NASA shows off new spacesuits for moon mission
The new spacesuits offer improved mobility and flexibility over NASA's shuttle-era suits
First all-female spacewalk on tap this week
The historic outing will be the first by two female astronauts
After invasive fish found, Georgia tells anglers: Kill them ASAP
Georgia's Department of Natural Resources has a message for anglers: If you catch a northern snakehead, kill it immediately
Spacewalkers complete work swapping batteries
The spacewalk comes amid news Alexei Leonov, history's first spacewalker, has died at 85
Health
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For men with breast cancer, early detection is critical
Breast cancer in men accounts for about 1% of all breast cancer cases – but the mortality rate is higher for men
Blue Halloween buckets raise autism awareness
For some children with autism, trick-or-treating could be overwhelming, but blue pumpkins will let others know they are trying to enjoy the day
41-year-old has stroke a month after hormone treatment for fatigue
In search of "fountain of youth," people are turning to popular hormone clinics. But are they safe?
Mormons urge Utah not to bar "conversion therapy" for LGBTQ minors
The church's stand is opposed by LGBTQ rights advocates, and the American Psychiatry Association and AMA, among others, also want the therapy banned
Taco Bell recalls 2.3 million pounds of seasoned beef
Fast-food chain pulls meat used in burritos and tacos from restaurants in 21 states after customer complaints
MoneyWatch
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Why farmers may be disappointed with China deal
Although President Trump has touted the pact as "the biggest deal ever" for farmers, the devil is in the details
Drug distributor shares jump after opioid settlement report
Shares of McKesson, AmerisourceBergen and Cardinal climbed more than 6% amid talk of deal to resolve lawsuits
Reality TV show's challenge: Go vegetarian or eat your pet
British program challenges meat eaters to live with animals — and kill them if they decide to stay carnivores
Marc Benioff on how Salesforce was able to "do well and do good"
In a new book, the billionaire says it's a story of shareholders and stakeholders
Michelin star quality meal delivery for folks on restrictive diets
Subscription meal-delivery service makes gluten-free food for people who suffer from a range of conditions
Crime
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Parent sentenced to three weeks in college admissions scandal
Marjorie Klapper was accused of paying $15,000 to rig her son's ACT
Fallout continues over Fort Worth shooting
The fallout continues after a black woman was shot and killed by a former officer in her own home. At a city council meeting, residents called for a change in policing tactics. Omar Villafranca reports.
Was Natalie Wood's death an accident or foul play?
Lana Wood tells "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty she's fighting to find the truth behind her sister's death
At tense Fort Worth council meeting, outrage over police shooting
Community residents are calling for accountability and action to address what they call systemic racism in Fort Worth
"48 Hours" podcast: "My Life of Crime" with Erin Moriarty
A new true-crime podcast for fans of "48 Hours"
Space
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NASA names new chief of human spaceflight
Douglas Loverro faces a full plate as NASA gears up for accelerated moon program
NASA shows off new spacesuits for moon mission
The new spacesuits offer improved mobility and flexibility over NASA's shuttle-era suits
First all-female spacewalk on tap this week
The historic outing will be the first by two female astronauts
Spacewalkers complete work swapping batteries
The spacewalk comes amid news Alexei Leonov, history's first spacewalker, has died at 85
The first human to walk in space has died
Alexei Leonov, a Soviet-era cosmonaut, was the first man to conduct a spacewalk in 1965 – an experience that almost killed him
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Halloween comes early at New York Comic Con
The largest pop culture event on the East Coast drew hordes of sci-fi, fantasy, anime and comic book fans, many of whom came in disguises (or, in the case of some superheroes, discarded them)
NFL team owners, from richer to richest
The average NFL franchise is valued at $2 billion, so it should come as no surprise that most of the league's owners claim over $1 billion in net worth
The worst movies of the century
These are the lowest-rated films since 2000.
Rare photos from the 1976 Chowchilla bus kidnapping
A look inside the truck trailer where 26 abducted school children and their bus driver were buried alive -- and later escaped
The 50 most popular baby girl names
How many do you know?
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"The Faces of Family Separation"
CBS News takes viewers inside the real-life challenges facing migrant families split apart by the Trump administration's "Zero Tolerance" policy. The documentary provides an immersive look at the hotly debated issue through the eyes of those impacted the most — the fathers, mothers, sons and daughters separated and unaware when they'll see their family members again.
California passes new anti-bullying laws
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. There have been a rash of school bullying incidents reported in Pennsylvania, Maine, and California, in recent weeks. Some of them have been deadly. To fight the worsening problem, California’s governor signed three new laws aimed at preventing bullying and suicides. Carter Evans reports.
Dad of Sandy Hook victim fights misinformation
Only on "CBS This Morning," the father of a Sandy Hook shooting victim is telling us about his fight against misinformation. This comes after a major legal ruling against a man who called the mass shooting a hoax. Lenny Pozner’s 6-year-old son, Noah, was killed in that 2012 shooting. Pozner tells "CBS This Morning" co-host Tony Dokoupil why he has made it his life's mission to change tech company polices.
Dramatic video shows daring train rescue
A trooper in Utah rushed into harm's way to save a man’s life with just seconds to spare. Dramatic dash cam video shows Ruben Correa scrambling to pull out a driver who is unconscious in a car as a train barrels toward them. David Begnaud reports.
GM strike: Workers reach tentative deal
Nearly 50,000 striking GM workers may soon be back on the job after the United Auto Workers reached a proposed tentative deal with the company. The workers joined the picket lines on Sept. 16, halting production at dozens of factories nationwide. The month-long strike has cost GM an estimated $1.5 billion. Dean Reynolds reports.
