Why many millennials and Gen Z adults don't want kids: It's too costly
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Here's how much your Social Security benefits could fall without a fix
Social Security's trust fund could run out of money as soon as 2033, resulting in a $16,500 annual benefits cut, experts warn.
Apple must pay Ireland more than $14 billion in back taxes, court rules
The case drew outrage from Apple when it was opened in 2016, with CEO Tim Cook calling it "total political crap."
Apple's new iPhone 16 unveiled at "Glowtime" event
Apple CEO Tim Cook said the iPhone 16 is designed specifically to make use of AI, "raising the bar" on what the device can do.
Harvey Weinstein rushed to hospital for emergency heart surgery
Former movie mogul recently appeared in a wheelchair in a court in New York, and has been jailed at Rikers Island.
Norfolk Southern investigates possible misconduct by CEO
Railroad company's board of directors has hired a law firm to independently probe allegations involving Alan Shaw.
Reality check: What's up with the economy?
The economy is the No. 1 issue for voters, and polls say most Americans are pessimistic. But according to many indicators, the economy is actually doing quite well.
Discount retailer Big Lots declares bankruptcy, citing inflation
Big Lots files for Chapter 11 protection after years of declining sales and hundreds of store closures.
J. Crew revives its iconic catalog 7 years after turning the page
The first issue, launching this month, features an interview with actress Demi Moore, channeling the look of an editorial publication.
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Here's how much credit card interest rates could drop this fall
Credit card rates may dip slightly, but don't wait — tackle your debt now with these expert tips.
Here's how far mortgage rates could fall after the September Fed meeting
Experts predict complex mortgage rate moves after the Fed meeting, but timing the market remains risky. Here's why.
Gold investing pros and cons to know this September
Considering a gold investment this month? Here are the critical pros and cons to understand before taking action.
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Tablet use linked to angry outbursts among todders, study finds
Staring at an iPad screen too much may keep little kids from learning to control their emotions, a new study finds.
Tesla sales drop as competition in electric vehicle market heats up
Tesla accounted for 80% of electric vehicle sales in the U.S. in 2020, but that figure fell to 55% last year.
Virtual valentine: People are turning to AI in search of romance
The generative artificial intelligence boom has led to the emergence of romantic companion bots.
Apple halting Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 sales. Here's why.
Apple said it will stop selling the devices later this month in order to comply with a U.S. import ban.
Elon Musk restores X account of far-right conspiracy theorist Alex Jones
Alex Jones, the conspiracy theorist known for his fake news site InfoWars and his false denial of the Sandy Hook massacre, was permanently banned from Twitter in 2018.
Think twice before scanning a QR code — here's why
More than 90 million consumers will scan a QR code this year. But the technology can also facilitate identity theft.
Elon Musk says advertiser boycott at X could "kill the company"
The billionaire owner of X took a defensive tone, saying that "the whole world will know that those advertisers killed the company."
OpenAI says Sam Altman returning as CEO days after board sacked him
OpenAI co-founder Sam Altman says he's looking forward to returning to the company, with the support of Microsoft's CEO, to build the 2 companies' "strong partnership."
Elon Musk says X will donate ad, subscription revenue tied to Gaza war
Musk, who is under fire for supporting an antisemitic post, said the money will be donated to hospitals in Israel and to the Red Cross in Gaza.
Here are the rules for tonight's debate between Trump and Harris
The candidates will have two minutes to answer questions, two minutes for rebuttals and an additional minute for follow-ups and clarifications, according to rules released by ABC.
Delta planes collide on tarmac at Atlanta airport, FAA says
A Delta flight collided with a plane from Endeavor Air on Tuesday morning.
Tropical Storm Francine likely to be hurricane before Louisiana landfall
Tropical Storm Francine, which formed in the Gulf of Mexico early Monday, is forecast to strengthen into a hurricane Tuesday.
Highway shooting suspect vowed to "kill a lot of people," warrant says
Joseph Couch, the man suspected of opening fire on a Kentucky highway, wounding five people, sent a text message vowing to "kill a lot of people," authorities said in an arrest warrant.
Video shows accused Georgia shooter and dad interviewed in 2023
In interview footage released by police, the father, Colin Gray, says his son "knows the seriousness of weapons."
SpaceX launches billionaire on mission slated to have first private spacewalk
The mission features the first non-government spacewalk by billionaire Jared Isaacman and SpaceX crew trainer Sarah Gillis.
Inmate's wife wins $5.6 million in settlement for strip search
Christina Cardenas was subject to a strip search by prison officials and another strip search by a male doctor who sexually violated her, a lawsuit said.
U.S. says Iran now supplying Russia with missiles for Ukraine war
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken says Russia is likely to start hammering Ukraine with Iranian-provided ballistic missiles "within weeks."
Why many millennials and Gen Z adults don't want kids: It's too costly
Raising a child in the U.S. costs hundreds of thousands of dollars. Many younger Americans say they can't afford it.
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These are the best and worst places to retire in the U.S.
Given that many retirees live on fixed incomes, affordability is a key metric to take into account when considering where to live out one's golden years.
U.S. has more 401(k) millionaires than ever, report shows
The number of Americans who have amassed at least $1 million in retirement savings is at an all-time high, though most people fall short.
Only 1 in 5 workers nearing retirement is financially on track
A new study finds that the median retirement savings of people who are 55 is just $50,000, far from what experts recommend.
Gen Xers are nearing retirement. About half say they need a miracle.
Older Gen Xers are turning 59 ½ this month, when they can withdraw retirement assets without a penalty. But many don't have enough saved.
This small U.S. town is considered the best place to retire. Here's why.
With a relatively low average monthly cost of living and a low crime rate, this little-known town has a lot to offer retirees according to one report.
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Delta planes collide on tarmac at Atlanta airport, FAA says
A Delta flight collided with a plane from Endeavor Air on Tuesday morning.
Video shows accused Georgia shooter and dad interviewed in 2023
In interview footage released by police, the father, Colin Gray, says his son "knows the seriousness of weapons."
Apple must pay Ireland more than $14 billion in back taxes, court rules
Ruling comes on same day EU court enforces whopping $2.7 billion penalty against Apple in long-running antitrust case.
Why many millennials and Gen Z adults don't want kids: It's too costly
Raising a child in the U.S. costs hundreds of thousands of dollars. Many younger Americans say they can't afford it.
Inmate's wife wins $5.6 million in settlement for strip search
Christina Cardenas was subject to a strip search by prison officials and another strip search by a male doctor who sexually violated her, a lawsuit said.
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Apple must pay Ireland more than $14 billion in back taxes, court rules
Ruling comes on same day EU court enforces whopping $2.7 billion penalty against Apple in long-running antitrust case.
Why many millennials and Gen Z adults don't want kids: It's too costly
Raising a child in the U.S. costs hundreds of thousands of dollars. Many younger Americans say they can't afford it.
Here's how much your Social Security benefits could fall without a fix
Social Security's trust fund could run out of money as soon as 2033, resulting in a $16,500 annual benefits cut, experts warn.
Harvey Weinstein rushed to hospital for emergency heart surgery
Former movie mogul recently appeared in a wheelchair in a court in New York, and has been jailed at Rikers Island.
Apple's new iPhone 16 unveiled at "Glowtime" event
Apple CEO Tim Cook said the iPhone 16 is designed specifically to make use of AI, "raising the bar" on what the device can do.
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Where Trump and Harris stand on key climate issues
During the countdown to Election Day, CBS breaks down how Harris and Trump have addressed key climate issues.
Here are the rules for tonight's debate between Trump and Harris
The rules have been released for the first — and possibly only — debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday.
How to watch the first presidential debate between Harris and Trump
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will meet in Philadelphia for their first debate.
Trump and Harris' views on abortion and IVF access, explained
Trump and Harris have talked about their stances on abortion and what the future might hold for abortion access if elected in the 2024 presidential election.
Service members killed in Afghanistan to be honored in congressional ceremony
Three years after the U.S. withdrew from Afghanistan, 13 U.S. service members killed in a suicide bombing in Kabul in 2021 will be honored at the Capitol posthumously.
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Decades of national suicide prevention policies haven't slowed the deaths
Despite years of national strategies to address the suicide crisis in the U.S., rates continue to rise.
The Climate Election: Maternal health & pregnancy
For those who are pregnant, extreme heat isn't just uncomfortable. Studies show it can lead to serious complications for them and their unborn child, including pre-term births, miscarriages and stillbirths, and even increase the likelihood of one of the leading causes of death of pregnant women in the U.S. — homicide. Here's what to know.
Mammogram patients will now be told about their breast density. Here's what to know.
The FDA's updated regulation for notifying patients of dense breast tissue after mammograms is aimed at improving early detection of breast cancer.
Polio vaccination effort continues in Gaza
The United Nations' polio vaccination campaign continued this weekend in Gaza, even as Israel continued striking other parts of the strip. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
State trooper donates kidney, liver to strangers
About 12 people a day die waiting for a transplant. Kristie Sue Hathaway has saved two.
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Serial killer's widow named suspect in teen's 1997 disappearance
Monique Olivier said she told investigators that her serial killer husband Michel Fourniret had murdered a young babysitter around June 1997.
Mission launched to sample radioactive debris from Fukushima reactor
Japanese officials launch a complex mission to retrieve a sample of melted fuel debris from a damaged reactor at the Fukushima nuclear plant.
U.S. says Iran now supplying Russia with missiles for Ukraine war
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken says Russia is likely to start hammering Ukraine with Iranian-provided ballistic missiles "within weeks."
Frenchman on trial for wife's mass rape hospitalized before testifying
A Frenchman on trial for recruiting strangers to rape his drugged wife has been hospitalized before giving testimony, his lawyer says.
Police director, fugitive among 9 killed in military helicopter crash
Before the crash, Manuel Coto was arrested while "driving with a human trafficker to the United States," officials said.
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Oprah announces latest book club pick
Oprah Winfrey announces her latest book club selection, "Tell Me Everything" by Elizabeth Strout, which brings back characters from her previous novels including her Pulitzer Prize-winning novel "Olive Kitteridge."
Legendary actor James Earl Jones dies
Actor James Earl Jones, who voiced iconic characters like Darth Vader, Mufasa and many more, died Monday at the age of 93. Vlad Duthiers looks back on his remarkable career and life.
Oprah says "Tell Me Everything" is her new book club pick
Oprah Winfrey exclusively revealed Tell Me Everything" by Elizabeth Strout as her newest book club pick on "CBS Mornings."
Deshaun Watson accused of sexual assault by another woman
Deshaun Watson has been accused of sexual assault in a new civil lawsuit brought by a woman who says the Cleveland Browns quarterback forced himself on her four years ago, while he was with Houston.
Actor James Earl Jones dies at 93
Actor James Earl Jones, whose unmistakable voice would become internationally recognized as that of Darth Vader in the "Star Wars" franchise, has died at 93. Vladimir Duthiers looks back on his life and career.
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Microsoft holding cybersecurity summit
Microsoft is holding a cybersecurity summit Tuesday in the wake of the CrowdStrike software update that caused a global outage in July. Microsoft reportedly plans to address ways the tech industry can improve its security. CBS News cybersecurity contributor Andrew Boyd has more.
Apple must pay Ireland more than $14 billion in back taxes, court rules
Ruling comes on same day EU court enforces whopping $2.7 billion penalty against Apple in long-running antitrust case.
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.
How the new iPhone 16 makes use of AI
In a product launch Monday, Apple unveiled a slate of new gadgets that feature artificial intelligence. The announcement included details about the new iPhone 16, which is expected to hit U.S. stores in October. CBS News' Danya Bacchus has the details.
Google's 2nd antitrust trial underway
For the second time in less than a year, Google is going to trial over alleged monopolistic practices. This time, it's over advertisements online. Nico Grant, technology correspondent for The New York Times, joins CBS News to examine the case.
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California crews battle high temps, Line Fire
Record-high temperatures have hit several areas of California, Arizona and Oregon since Friday, extending the fire season and creating drier conditions that make wildfires spread faster. The Line Fire in Southern California has grown past 21,000 acres, roughly half the size of Washington, D.C. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
Transistor issue resolved, NASA clears way for Europa Clipper launch
The Europa Clipper remains on track for launch Oct. 10 to study Jupiter's icy moon Europa, where a vast ocean lurks beneath an icy crust.
The Climate Election: Maternal health & pregnancy
For those who are pregnant, extreme heat isn't just uncomfortable. Studies show it can lead to serious complications for them and their unborn child, including pre-term births, miscarriages and stillbirths, and even increase the likelihood of one of the leading causes of death of pregnant women in the U.S. — homicide. Here's what to know.
State of emergency over California Line Fire
Firefighters are battling triple-digit temperatures as they fight Southern California's Line Fire. Gov. Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency with thousands evacuating ahead of the blaze. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
Missouri patient contracts bird flu despite no known contact with animals
The case raises questions about how the person was exposed to the virus. All the previous U.S. infections were among people who worked around cows and poultry.
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Serial killer's widow named suspect in teen's 1997 disappearance
Monique Olivier said she told investigators that her serial killer husband Michel Fourniret had murdered a young babysitter around June 1997.
Video shows accused Georgia shooter and dad interviewed in 2023
In interview footage released by police, the father, Colin Gray, says his son "knows the seriousness of weapons."
Frenchman on trial for wife's mass rape hospitalized before testifying
A Frenchman on trial for recruiting strangers to rape his drugged wife has been hospitalized before giving testimony, his lawyer says.
Man accused of killing Olympic runner in fire attack dies of own burns
Officials in Kenya say the man accused of killing Ugandan Olympic runner Rebecca Cheptegei by setting her on fire has died of his own burns.
5 charged with taking migrants hostage in U.S. to demand ransom
Three of the hostages were moved to a motel where one escaped through a bathroom window and ran to a nearby store, prosecutors said.
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SpaceX launches Polaris Dawn crew
SpaceX launched its Polaris Dawn rocket into orbit Tuesday morning after several failed attempts. If all goes according to plan this time, the four private civilians on board will take part in a a historic space walk that's set for Thursday. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood has more.
Transistor issue resolved, NASA clears way for Europa Clipper launch
The Europa Clipper remains on track for launch Oct. 10 to study Jupiter's icy moon Europa, where a vast ocean lurks beneath an icy crust.
SpaceX launches billionaire on mission slated to have first private spacewalk
The mission features the first non-government spacewalk by billionaire Jared Isaacman and SpaceX crew trainer Sarah Gillis.
Boeing Starliner departs ISS without crew
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft departed the International Space Station on Friday just after 6 p.m., starting a journey back to Earth without any crew on board. The ship is expected to drop out of orbit and plunge to a landing at White Sands, New Mexico, just after midnight Eastern Time.
After leaving its crew behind, Starliner makes safe return to Earth
The Starliner slammed into the discernible atmosphere 400,000 feet above the Pacific Ocean before descending to a parachute-and-airbag assisted touchdown.
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Trump's goals for debate with Harris
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris will hold their first debate Tuesday night in Philadelphia. Danielle Alvarez, senior adviser for the Trump campaign, joined CBS News to discuss Trump's strategy.
Harris' goals for debate with Trump
With Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump set to square off in their first debate Tuesday night, Pennsylvania state congressman Malcolm Kenyatta joined CBS News to discuss what Harris is hoping to accomplish.
Francine expected to hit Louisiana as hurricane
Tropical Storm Francine is gaining strength as it churns in the Gulf of Mexico and is expected to make landfall in Louisiana Wednesday as a Category 2 hurricane. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has more.
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Harris and Trump preparing for their presidential debate; Tropical Storm Francine on track to become a hurricane.
Salma Hayek Pinault on the Kering Foundation
Salma Hayek Pinault and her husband, François-Henri Pinault, join "CBS Mornings" to discuss their commitment to ending violence against women through the Kering Foundation.