CEO fires 900 employees on pre-holiday Zoom call
The firings are sparking outrage, with some sources noting the company had received $750M in funding days before the layoffs.
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Corporate profits are booming. Could this mean higher wages?
U.S. corporate profits have never been fatter — or accounted for a bigger portion of economic growth.
San Diego man sues for discrimination over natural hair style
Case against Encore Global is first to invoke California's CROWN Act prohibiting hairstyle discrimination.
230,000-plus of ham and pepperoni recalled for listeria
Perdue Premium Meat Co. unit says fully cooked pork products may be contaminated with infection-causing bacteria.
What Biden's new travel restrictions mean for you
International travel was a headache before the pandemic. New protocols make it even more complicated.
CEOs, scientists on whether current vaccines can fight Omicron
Moderna president said current COVID-19 vaccines probably aren't effective against the new variant.
Ford, Google delay January return to office date
The Omicron variant is derailing companies' plans to bring workers back to offices.
Experts say economy needs some pandemic retirees to "unretire"
Americans are already working more days, longer hours and later in life than people in other industrial countries, but the average age of retirement ticked down during the pandemic.
Inflation is hurting rural Americans more than city folk
Rising prices are taking a bigger toll on people who live outside major metropolitan areas, recent research shows.
Senators press student loan servicers ahead of repayment restart
Some of those borrowers will have to restart paying their federal student loans to a new company.
Airlines still owe billions in refunds for cancelled flights
Federal government received nearly 90,000 complaints about flight refunds last year, up more than 5,000% from 2019.
Where Americans are quitting their jobs at the highest rates
As the tight job market continues, some states have experienced an outsized jump in resignations.
Trump SPAC deal under investigation by SEC, FINRA
Digital World Acquisition said it is cooperating with "preliminary, fact-finding inquiries" by FINRA and SEC.
NYC first in U.S. to require vaccine for private sector employers
"We're going to do this so that every employer is on a level playing field," Mayor Bill de Blasio said.
What's behind the push for a fourth stimulus check
IRS has distributed almost 170 million payments. But hardship remains widespread as the Delta variant spreads.
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U.S.-bound travelers scramble as new COVID test rules take effect
The new testing rules come as coronavirus cases rise ahead of the holidays. In the U.S., officials are reporting more than 100,000 new infections a day for the first time since early October.
Jussie Smollett takes the stand at trial over allegedly staged attack
Smollett told jurors his side of the alleged attack that he's been accused of faking for attention.
Department of Justice closing Emmett Till investigation
The investigation was reopened after a 2017 book quoted Carolyn Bryant Donham as saying she lied when she claimed that Till grabbed her, whistled and made sexual advances.
CEOs, scientists on whether current vaccines can fight Omicron
Moderna president said current COVID-19 vaccines probably aren't effective against the new variant.
San Diego man sues for discrimination over natural hair style
Case against Encore Global is first to invoke California's CROWN ACT prohibiting hairstyle discrimination.
U.S. announces diplomatic boycott of Beijing Winter Olympics
The White House cited China's "egregious" human rights abuses.
Opposing sides of abortion fight prepare to navigate new landscape
A dozen states have so-called "trigger bans" on the books, in which most abortions would be outlawed if the Supreme Court reverses Roe v. Wade.
Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit dies following workout
An attorney said the incident happened at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, California.
Restaurant apologizes for denying service to police officers
The owners of the brunch eatery backtracked on Instagram Sunday.
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Facebook exec says company doesn't profit off underage users
Head of "safety" at the social media company told senators that internal research on mental health impact was misinterpreted.
Why shoppers are finding many products hard to find
Consumers are encountering shortages of everything from toilet paper to Batman toys. Blame the world's fragile supply chain.
"Buy now, pay later" loans are everywhere. Experts say beware.
Such loans offer "instant gratification," but may carry hidden costs and encourage consumers to rack up debt.
Activision to pay $18 million to settle harassment claims
Money will go to employees at the video game publisher who experienced sexual harassment.
New Apple update allows health data sharing
A new Apple device feature allows sharing health information with loved ones and your doctor. Dr. Tara Narula looks at how it works and the privacy concerns over personal data.
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Bringing equity to the VC funding process
New data released by Crunchbase shows that only 2.2% of all venture funding went to female-founded startups in the first eight months of this year. Deena Shakir, partner at Lux Capital, joins CBSN to discuss what needs to change to bring equity for female entrepreneurs and investors.
A third of small businesses have reinstated COVID-19 rules
As the Delta variant surges, many small employers are again taking precautions in the way they do business.
NYC giving artists $5,000 checks from Biden stimulus
Some 1,800 artists will receive $5,000 checks, while other federal funds will go to cabbies and homeless people.
Their small business was big events — then they had to adapt
The Vintage Market had shows with up to 30,000 in attendance. After the pandemic, its owners found new ways to survive.
44% of small businesses have less than 3 months of cash
"Everything is up in the air," said one Ohio bakery owner who worries that COVID-19 could shut her down again.
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More Americans are working into old age
A growing swath of seniors are working beyond 65, with many needing to supplement their paltry retirement savings.
How gig economy workers can save for retirement
Several types of plans are available, but figuring out which one is right for you can be confusing, so here's some help
When delaying your Social Security benefits pays off
The impact of your age when you begin collecting benefits can be more financially significant than you think
Claiming Social Security too early costs Americans $3.4 trillion
Only 4% of retirees claim the benefit at the optimal time. Everyone else is losing out on $111,000 per household
Hardship withdrawals from your company's 401(k)
The rules for hardship withdrawals are strict and the costs of taking money from your future retirement can be sky-high
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Corporate profits are booming. Could this mean higher wages?
U.S. corporate profits have never been fatter — or accounted for a bigger portion of economic growth.
Department of Justice closing Emmett Till investigation
The investigation was reopened after a 2017 book quoted Carolyn Bryant Donham as saying she lied when she claimed that Till grabbed her, whistled and made sexual advances.
CEOs, scientists on whether current vaccines can fight Omicron
Moderna president said current COVID-19 vaccines probably aren't effective against the new variant.
San Diego man sues for discrimination over natural hair style
Case against Encore Global is first to invoke California's CROWN Act prohibiting hairstyle discrimination.
CEO fires 900 employees on pre-holiday Zoom call
The firings are sparking outrage, with some sources noting the company had received $750M in funding days before the layoffs.
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Devin Nunes to leave Congress to work for Trump media company
Trump Media & Technology Group made the announcement. Nunes is leaving before his term ends.
Opposing sides of abortion fight prepare to navigate new landscape
A dozen states have so-called "trigger bans" on the books, in which most abortions would be outlawed if the Supreme Court reverses Roe v. Wade.
Experts say economy needs some pandemic retirees to "unretire"
Americans are already working more days, longer hours and later in life than people in other industrial countries, but the average age of retirement ticked down during the pandemic.
Justice Department sues Texas over redistricting, alleging discrimination
The suit alleges that Texas has "again diluted the voting strength of minority Texans."
U.S. announces diplomatic boycott of Beijing Winter Olympics
The White House cited China's "egregious" human rights abuses.
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CEOs, scientists on whether current vaccines can fight Omicron
Moderna president said current COVID-19 vaccines probably aren't effective against the new variant.
U.S.-bound travelers scramble as new COVID test rules take effect
The new testing rules come as coronavirus cases rise ahead of the holidays. In the U.S., officials are reporting more than 100,000 new infections a day for the first time since early October.
230,000 pounds of ham and pepperoni recalled for listeria
Perdue Premium Meat Co. unit says fully cooked pork products may be contaminated with infection-causing bacteria.
NYC first in U.S. to require vaccine for private sector employers
"We're going to do this so that every employer is on a level playing field," Mayor Bill de Blasio said.
Omicron COVID-19 variant found in 12 states
The biggest question is whether current, available vaccines will prevent severe cases spread by the Omicron variant.
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CEO fires 900 employees on pre-holiday Zoom call
The firings are sparking outrage, with some sources noting the company had received $750M in funding days before the layoffs.
Corporate profits are booming. Could this mean higher wages?
U.S. corporate profits have never been fatter — or accounted for a bigger portion of economic growth.
San Diego man sues for discrimination over natural hair style
Case against Encore Global is first to invoke California's CROWN Act prohibiting hairstyle discrimination.
230,000-plus of ham and pepperoni recalled for listeria
Perdue Premium Meat Co. unit says fully cooked pork products may be contaminated with infection-causing bacteria.
What Biden's new travel restrictions mean for you
International travel was a headache before the pandemic. New protocols make it even more complicated.
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Haitian gang releases 3 more hostages, U.S. religious group says
There are 12 adults and five children in the group of 16 U.S. citizens and one Canadian, including an 8-month-old.
"Silenced No More": One woman's allegations of abuse by Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell
In her book, Sarah Ransome describes trauma and rape during childhood that, she says, primed her to become a victim of sexual abuse and threats of violence by Epstein. She talks with "CBS Sunday Morning" about how she "survived hell."
Taliban declares women "free," not "property," but nobody celebrates
Activists protest as the U.S. says "much more is needed" than the extremist group's formal "decree" that a woman is "not a property" and can't be forced into marriage.
Myanmar junta sentences deposed leader Aung San Suu Kyi to prison
Suu Kyi's decades-long push for democracy has made her a Nobel laureate, and a persistent thorn in the side of Myanmar's military overlords. Now she's facing decades in prison.
Biden and Putin to speak this week
The meeting comes as U.S. intelligence is warning of a possible Russian invasion of Ukraine as soon as January.
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Jussie Smollett takes the stand at trial over allegedly staged attack
Smollett told jurors his side of the alleged attack that he's been accused of faking for attention.
Kennedy Center Honors return, in full swing
Singer and actress Bette Midler, Motown founder Berry Gordy, folk singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell, "Saturday Night Live" creator Lorne Michaels, and opera singer Justino Diaz are honored.
Woman trucker making waves on TikTok
Clarissa Rankin is a wife, mother of two and a truck driver who has 1.5 million followers on TikTok. Now she wants to use that fan base to encourage more women to pursue trucking as a career. CBS News' Errol Barnett took to the road with her.
The art of dubbing foreign shows into English
The art of carefully dubbing foreign TV shows, like "Squid Game," into English is creating huge hits with American audiences. Carter Evans learned first-hand how bad lip syncs are a thing of the past, as talented teams of directors and voice actors ignite a new era of worldwide entertainment.
Kennedy Center Honors celebrates icons
The 44th Kennedy Center Honors celebrated the careers of opera singer Justino Diaz, "Saturday Night Live" creator Lorne Michaels, folk songwriter and singer Joni Mitchell, actress and singer Bette Midler and Motown founder Berry Gordy. The event will air December 22 on CBS. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
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CEO fires 900 employees on pre-holiday Zoom call
The firings are sparking outrage, with some sources noting the company had received $750M in funding days before the layoffs.
Holiday gift ideas to support small businesses
Etsy's trend expert, Dayna Isom Johnson, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss shopping from small businesses this holiday season and how to shop with intention. She also shows some examples of unique gifts available from small businesses selling on Etsy.
2021 holiday gift ideas from Techno Claus
Techno Claus (who looks suspiciously like "Sunday Morning" contributor David Pogue) has made the trip from the North Pole to deliver gift suggestions for the gadget lovers on your holiday list.
Christmas tree prices rise due to drought
Even Christmas trees are not immune to supply chain problems. One Minnesota tree farm expects Christmas tree prices to increase after summer droughts caused them to lose 10% of their crop. CBS Minnesota's John Lauritsen has more.
Vintage office gear gets pandemic revival
From remote learning for kids, to Zoom calls for their parents, the pandemic has pushed technology into our lives in a way that few things have before. That has many yearning for a simpler time – for some, that means a revival of some old-time office gear. David Wade reports from CBS affiliate WBZ in Boston.
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CEOs, scientists on whether current vaccines can fight Omicron
Moderna president said current COVID-19 vaccines probably aren't effective against the new variant.
What a former CDC director says about Omicron
Former acting CDC Director Dr. Richard Besser, pediatrician and president of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, weighs in on the latest COVID-19 variant.
Scientists and students study volcanic eruption
The volcano on Spain's La Palma island has provided an opportunity for scientists and students to get up close with this destructive force of nature. Ian Lee reports on what they're hoping to learn.
Scientists studying Omicron's vaccine resistance
Scientists around the world are studying the COVID-19 Omicron variant to determine if it is more resistant to vaccines than previous strains of the virus. Debora Patta reports.
Omicron variant spreads as holidays approach
The Omicron variant continues to spread, but the Delta variant remains the dominant strain in the U.S. for now. Cases and hospitalizations are surging in certain areas as the nationwide vaccination rate remains around 60%. Lilia Luciano reports.
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Jussie Smollett takes the stand at trial over allegedly staged attack
Smollett told jurors his side of the alleged attack that he's been accused of faking for attention.
Jussie Smollett takes the stand
Former "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett took the stand Monday, defending himself from allegations that he staged an attack on himself in 2019. CBS Chicago's Charlie De Mar reports on what has happened so far. Then, political contributor Kimberley Egonmwan joins De Mar to discuss.
Charges against Michigan parents explained
CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS Mornings" to explain the charges that the parents of the accused Oxford High School shooter are facing. Plus, the possible liability school officials may have.
Parents arrested in Michigan school shooting
The parents of a Michigan high school student accused in the shooting deaths of four classmates are under arrest along with their son. Police say the parents did not take necessary precautions and ignored warning signs that their son could harm others. Michael George reports.
Conch shell DNA leads to charge against pallbearer at victim's funeral
Investigators determined that injuries to the victim's face had been caused by the spiny exterior of the conch shell, and testing of the interior revealed a full DNA profile.
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NASA monitoring "potentially hazardous" asteroid
NASA scientists say the "4660 Nereus" asteroid is about 330 meters wide and will come within 2.5 million miles of Earth next week. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood joins CBSN's Lana Zak with details.
Space station's orbit adjusted to dodge debris from old U.S. rocket
The debris avoidance maneuver comes amid heightened concern about space debris following a controversial Russian weapons test.
SpaceX launches 48 Starlinks and two Earth-imaging satellites
It was the 27th Falcon 9 launch so far this year for SpaceX, a new record.
Spacewalkers replace space station antenna after debris scare caused delay
The astronauts originally planned to carry out the spacewalk Tuesday, but NASA ordered a delay to fully evaluate possibly threatening space debris.
NASA spacewalk delayed due to debris threat
A scheduled spacewalk outside the International Space Station to fix a bad antenna was postponed after NASA said the risk of astronauts being struck by debris was too high.
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More than 20 years ago, a Russian girl was adopted by a young American couple who eventually brought her back to Moscow after her parents say she tried to kill her baby brother.
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Patrick De La Cerda murder: Inside the case
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It's been 50 years since the infamous Attica prison riot
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Being Different in the Delta
A new episode of CBSN Originals' Reverb series explores the history of anti-Asian racism in Mississippi's Delta region and a new generation that's demanding change.
Jussie Smollett takes the stand
Former "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett took the stand Monday, defending himself from allegations that he staged an attack on himself in 2019. CBS Chicago's Charlie De Mar reports on what has happened so far. Then, political contributor Kimberley Egonmwan joins De Mar to discuss.
Omicron variant sparks new safety measures
New testing regulations for travels coming into the U.S. began Monday, and New York City announced plans for a vaccine mandate for all private employers. Hospitals already filled with patients with the Delta variant are bracing for a potential new wave of cases. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports, and then ER physician Dr. Rob Davidson joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss the latest.
The Trials of Critical Race Theory
A new episode of CBSN Originals' Reverb series examines the backlash to so-called critical race theory in schools and the impact on students and teachers.
Biden's commission on Supreme Court reform
President Biden's commission on the Supreme Court is meeting for a final time on Tuesday to discuss potential judicial reforms such as expanding the number of justices or imposing term limits. The commission will submit a report on their findings to the president. CBS News reporter Melissa Quinn joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with details.