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Trump says he's convinced Coca-Cola to use real cane sugar in U.S.
President Trump says Coca-Cola has agreed with his push to use cane sugar in its U.S. cola.
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Ford recalls more than 694,000 SUVs over fuel leak risk
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The ruling targets a Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule that would have removed medical debt from 15 million credit reports.
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The Consumer Price Index in June rose 2.7% on an annual basis, in line with economists' predictions.
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More than a dozen countries stand in the crosshairs of Trump's threat to impose 100% tariffs over their economic ties to Russia.
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What could happen to credit card rates now that inflation is climbing again?
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Americans fear going broke in retirement more than death, study finds
Allianz survey finds that nearly two-thirds of Americans are more worried about running out of money in retirement than they are about dying.
Here's the magic number Americans say they need for retirement
Americans have big financial goals for what they think they'll need for a comfortable retirement, a new survey finds.
3 questions to ask about your retirement savings when stocks plunge
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Recent college graduates face a new obstacle in finding a job: AI
Unemployment is rising among recent college grads as employers turn to artificial intelligence to handle entry-level work.
Layoffs across the U.S. reach highest level since 2020. Here's why.
Companies have reported more than 744,000 job cuts this year — the highest figure since the first six months of 2020, according to an outplacement firm.
New college grad? Here's what experts say you should know about AI.
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Tsunami advisory issued after 7.2 magnitude earthquake off Alaska
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Ford recalls more than 694,000 SUVs over fuel leak risk
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Trump says he's convinced Coca-Cola to use real cane sugar in U.S.
President Trump says Coca-Cola has agreed with his push to use cane sugar in its U.S. cola.
Louisiana police officials fabricated reports in visa fraud plot, prosecutors say
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Michelle Obama: Not "one moment" where she "thought about quitting my man"
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President Trump says Coca-Cola has agreed with his push to use cane sugar in its U.S. cola.
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Trump asked GOP lawmakers if he should fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell
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Michelle Obama: Not "one moment" where she "thought about quitting my man"
Former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama appeared on her podcast "IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson."
Senate weighs amendments to foreign aid, public media funding cuts
Congress needs to approve the rescissions request before it expires at the end of the week, or the funds will have to be spent as lawmakers previously intended.
Trump calls Epstein controversy a "Hoax" and "bulls***"
President Trump said the ongoing controversy over his administration's handling of information related to child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is a "Hoax" and "bulls***."
RFK Jr. ousts two Trump loyalists from HHS top ranks
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired chief of staff Heather Flick Melanson and top policy adviser Hannah Anderson.
Texas National Guard continues flood response with Czech team joining effort
Texas and the Czech Republic have had a military relationship since 1993 as part of the National Guard Bureau's State Partnership Program pairing states to train with countries around the world.
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RFK Jr. ousts two Trump loyalists from HHS top ranks
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired chief of staff Heather Flick Melanson and top policy adviser Hannah Anderson.
States pass privacy laws to protect brain data collected by devices
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Arkansas one of several states weighing fluoride ban
Arkansas State Sen. Bryan King has been trying to repeal a 2011 mandate that added fluoride to most public drinking water.
Popular yogurt recalled nationwide due to possible plastic pieces
Plastic pieces were discovered in the dome toppers of YoCrunch products, the FDA said in a recall alert.
The rise in body image concerns among kids
Dr. Sheryl Ziegler joins "CBS Morning" to discuss the rise in body image concerns among children as young as 6 years old and what parents can do to promote a healthy mindset during the crucial middle childhood years.
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Prince Harry visits minefield in Angola, continuing Diana's advocacy
Prince Harry visited Angola in southern Africa with the HALO Trust organization, the same group Princess Diana worked with 28 years ago.
750 tons of Iranian weapons bound for Houthis intercepted, CENTCOM says
Yemeni National Resistance Forces seized more than 750 tons of munitions and hardware, including hundreds of missiles, CENTCOM said.
Trump admin. voices alarm as Israel strikes Syrian capital Damascus
Secretary of State Rubio says the U.S. is "very concerned" by expanding Israeli strikes targeting Syria's new government, and he wants "the fighting to stop."
U.S. envoy asks Israel to probe American man's murder in West Bank
U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee says Israel should "aggressively investigate the murder" of Saif Musallet in the occupied West Bank.
Emma Watson banned from driving after she was caught speeding
"Harry Potter" actress Emma Watson was banned from driving for six months Wednesday after she was caught speeding.
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James Gunn on "Superman" release and how it relates to everyday life
"Superman" director James Gunn spoke with "CBS Mornings" about the movie's debut, character relationships and how it relates to everyday life.
Emily Ratajkowski returns to acting after career reset
Emily Ratajkowski talks about how stepping away from Hollywood helped her reclaim creative control.
Rebecca Romijn on "Strange New Worlds"
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James Gunn reimagines Superman for new film
Director James Gunn talks about why his new "Superman" film shows the hero as more vulnerable and human, and how themes like kindness, compassion and immigrant identity shaped the story.
Emmy nominations surprises and snubs
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Delta Air Lines aims to take AI to the skies
Along with seemingly everything else, the price of your next flight might be determined by artificial intelligence. Delta Air Lines said it is using AI to influence some of its domestic flight prices instead of solely relying on dynamic price systems. Sean Cudahy, senior aviation reporter for The Points Guy, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Companies flock to Pennsylvania for energy
President Trump unveiled $90 billion in investments in Pennsylvania energy and innovation on Tuesday. That follows Amazon's recent announcement that it plans to invest $20 billion in data centers across the state. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports.
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.
Why the Genius Act could be a big boost for cryptocurrencies
Backers of the Genius Act, a potentially landmark bill that could help "stablecoins" go mainstream, say it would greatly speed electronic payments.
Nextdoor CEO shares how the app is changing
Neighborhood social network app Nextdoor is getting a redesign with some new features. Nextdoor CEO Nirav Tolia joins CBS News to discuss.
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Skeleton of medieval knight found under former ice cream parlor
The site where the remains were found was once home to a beloved ice cream shop.
Crossbreeding corals from Honduras could help protect Florida's coast
Elkhorn coral helps form the skeleton of a healthy reef, but more than 95% of the Elkhorn coral off Florida has been wiped out. Scientists have created the "Flonduran" crossbreed to solve the problem.
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The Perseids meteor shower begins this week and is expected to offer one of the best astronomy shows of 2025.
Cracking the code: Using genetic genealogy to unmask serial criminals
Barbara Rae-Venter never anticipated that her genealogy hobby would lead to the capture of one of California's most notorious criminals, the Golden State Killer. Her pioneering use of genetic genealogy has since helped solve numerous cold cases.
Teenager wants to cure skin cancer with soap
Teenage scientist Heman Bekele's ultimate goal is to cure melanoma. After winning 3M's Young Scientist Challenge by inventing soap that can cure skin cancer, he caught the attention of Dr. Jay William Fox, associate director at the University of Virginia's cancer center.
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21 children removed from California home
Police arrested a couple in Southern California for child endangerment after finding 21 children in their home. The police believe the couple was part of a surrogacy scam that involved women from around the country. CBS News Los Angeles' Nicole Comstock reports.
Louisiana police officials fabricated reports in visa fraud plot, prosecutors say
Four law enforcement officials, including two current police chiefs, are charged in connection with a scheme to fraudulently secure U.S. visas.
Execution date set for Texas man
An execution date has been set for Robert Roberson, a man convicted of murdering his daughter. He would be the first person in the U.S. to be put to death for shaken baby syndrome. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the latest.
Texas death row inmate Robert Roberson scheduled to be executed on Oct. 16
Prosecutors alleged that Roberson killed the child by violently shaking her — a diagnosis commonly referred to at the time as shaken baby syndrome.
More on slain "American Idol" executive
"American Idol" supervisor Robin Kaye and her husband, Thomas Deluca, were found dead in their Los Angeles home on Monday after police made a welfare check. 22-year-old Raymond Boodarian has been arrested in connection with the couple's death, police say. CBS News' Jarred Hill has the latest details.
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Astronomers have discovered the earliest seeds of planets forming around HOPS-315, a baby star located 1,300 light-years away.
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Massive black hole merger forms one 225 times the mass of the sun
Two black holes merged into one massive one, scientists from an international collaborative group said.
Privately funded crew returns to Earth after space station visit
It was the fourth private astronaut mission funded by Houston-based Axiom Space and the second commanded by veteran astronaut Peggy Whitson.
Mars rock could fetch millions at auction
A piece of Mars is going up for auction this week, and it could go for as much as $4 million.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
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Extended Interview: Mike Pence
Former Vice President Mike Pence discusses the first six months of President Trump's second term, weighs in on Mr. Trump's criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, and calls on the Trump administration to "release all the files" on Jeffrey Epstein in an extended interview with "The Takeout" host Major Garrett.
Trump on firing Powell: "Highly unlikely"
President Trump on Tuesday night privately floated firing Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, then publicly backed away on Wednesday. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Democrats push for presidential library rules
President Trump's library is still several years away from fruition, but he's already raised millions of dollars toward its construction. The sources of the donations are raising concerns among some Senate Democrats. CBS News political investigative producer Madeleine May reports.
21 children removed from California home
Police arrested a couple in Southern California for child endangerment after finding 21 children in their home. The police believe the couple was part of a surrogacy scam that involved women from around the country. CBS News Los Angeles' Nicole Comstock reports.
How rescission requests work in Congress
The Senate is expected to vote this week on the Trump administration's request to cancel billions of dollars in funding previously approved for multiple government departments and agencies. CBS News' Nancy Chen explains how the rescission process works.