NYC hiring rat czar for $170,000: "Swashbuckling" required
The city's new director of rodent mitigation should be "highly motivated and somewhat bloodthirsty," job listing says.
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Gas prices now lower than before Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Prices at the pump are sliding amid slowing demand and fears of economic shutdowns around the globe.
Parler says Kanye West is no longer buying the social network
The deal was canceled less than two months after it was announced by the rapper and the conservative social media service.
Children's clothing recalled for lead paint
Bentex manufactured several top and legging or short sets that feature nine different characters, including Minnie Mouse and Baby Yoda.
Delta makes it harder to get into its airport lounges in 2023
In addition to restricting who can buy Sky Club memberships, the airline is hiking prices by as much as 75%.
GivingTuesday raises record $3.1B for charities in tough economy
"Whatever it is that people are experiencing, they were as generous as they had the capacity to be," said GivingTuesday CEO.
Inflation slowed in October, gauge closely tracked by Fed shows
Inflation dropped to still-high 6%, likely bolstering Fed's resolve to keep raising interest rates well into 2023.
Unlicensed weed sold in NYC tainted with E. coli, lead and salmonella
About 40% of cannabis products from 20 illicit stores in New York contained harmful contaminants, trade group says.
Is the market out of bear territory? It's complicated.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average soared out of a bear market this week. But other indices are still lagging.
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Twitter stops enforcing its COVID misinformation policy
Some health officials worry that lies about COVID-19 could spread more easily, while others say policy wasn't that effective.
Elon Musk says Twitter verification will re-launch next week
Previous plan to offer a blue check to anyone paying $8 a month was scrapped after a rash of impersonators.
NAACP, ADL call for Twitter ad boycott after Musk reinstates Trump
Social media site's billionaire owner has reneged on promise to form a "content moderation council," civil rights groups say.
Elon Musk says he'll never bring Alex Jones back on Twitter
Twitter's new owner said he has "no mercy for anyone who would use the deaths of children for gain."
These Twitter accounts have been reinstated by Elon Musk
"We're back. Let that sink in," tweeted satirical right-wing outlet Babylon Bee after being suspended for eight months.
"#RIPTwitter": Memes fly as users wonder if Twitter will survive
Chaos reigns at the beleaguered social media company even as Elon Musk continues to crack jokes.
Musk gives Twitter workers ultimatum to decide job fate
Billionaire tells employees that success at the embattled social media platform will require them to be "extremely hardcore."
Elon Musk is publicly firing workers who argue with him
Musk said he wants "free speech" to flourish on Twitter. But when an employee disagreed with the CEO, he tweeted, "He's fired."
Amazon to lay off thousands of workers, reports say
As the U.S. economy slows, the online retailer plans to cut as many as 10,000 jobs and close unprofitable divisions.
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Appeals court orders end to special master review process in Trump documents case
"We cannot write a rule that allows any subject of a search warrant to block government investigations after the execution of the warrant," the judges wrote in the opinion.
In closing arguments, Trump Org. lawyers blame former CFO Allen Weisselberg
"Weisselberg did it for Weisselberg," defense attorneys repeated as a sort of mantra.
Biden wants South Carolina to have first primary in 2024
The current order of nominating contests is Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada and South Carolina.
Drug lord's whereabouts unknown as Mexico presses U.S. for answers
Edgar Valdez Villarreal, nicknamed "La Barbie" for his fair complexion, was captured by Mexico and extradited to the U.S., where he was sentenced to 49 years in prison.
Bidens' first White House state dinner a star-studded affair
The White House had not held a state dinner since September 2019, largely because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Police still trying to determine whether Idaho murder victims were targeted
Prosecutors stated the college students were "undoubtedly targeted." Police now say that was a "miscommunication."
Supreme Court will hear case over Biden student loan forgiveness
The court said in a brief order that it will hear arguments in February, but will keep the program on hold for now.
Last Arizona County certifies election results
The move paves the way for officials to begin statewide canvass.
Gators quarterback Jalen Kitna leaves jail after child pornography arrest
Jalen Kitna sobbed into his hands when his parents, including his father, former NFL quarterback Jon Kitna, addressed the court during a 75-minute appearance.
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Abortion care startup touts the merits of telemedicine
Abortion pill provider reports big increase in online traffic — and high anxiety among patients — after Roe was struck down.
Abortion pill startup sells meds to women who aren't pregnant
Company says giving patients abortion pills before they're needed provides "peace of mind."
Community aids in Filipino food truck's pandemic rebound
Owner encourages customers to "give a high five" to local businesses raising prices. "It means a lot."
Small business faces big challenges: Inflation and 18-hour days
"Would you be comfortable paying $36 for a hamburger? That's kind of what it's worth," says restaurant owner Jenna Petersiel.
For small businesses, looming recession brings uncertainty
But Jessica Johnson-Cope, CEO of a family-owned security services company, remains optimistic even as the U.S. economy darkens.
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Dems propose raising taxes on high earners to preserve Medicare
Sens. Joe Manchin and Chuck Schumer craft a scaled-back version of the economic package thwarted by Manchin last year.
A common retirement strategy can erode your savings: watchdog
Workers who move 401(k)s into IRAs can lose significant money to a choice they didn't have to make, new analysis shows.
How can you financially prepare for a recession?
"The quicker you move, the more agency you have in reducing the impact of a recession," one expert says.
Stock drop has erased $3 trillion in retirement savings this year
With Americans' nest eggs mostly held in 401(k)s and IRAs, the swoon could force many to delay their retirement.
Social Security bill would give seniors an extra $2,400 a year
Some lawmakers want to revise the retirement program to shore up its funding and boost benefits for its 69 million recipients.
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Bidens' first White House state dinner a star-studded affair
The White House had not held a state dinner since September 2019, largely because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Google Doodle honors video game trailblazer Gerald "Jerry" Lawson
Lawson helped to develop the first home video gaming system with interchangeable game cartridges.
Men who used robocalls to suppress Black votes ordered to register new voters
Right-wing operatives Jacob Wohl and Jack Burkman attempted to dissuade voters in predominantly Black neighborhoods from casting mail-in ballots.
Gators quarterback Jalen Kitna leaves jail after child pornography arrest
Jalen Kitna sobbed into his hands when his parents, including his father, former NFL quarterback Jon Kitna, addressed the court during a 75-minute appearance.
Biden and Macron present united front against Russia in state visit
"The idea that Putin is ever going to defeat Ukraine is beyond comprehension," President Biden said.
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Home sales could plunge in 2023. These cities may see the worst.
Buyers are getting squeezed by higher real estate prices and soaring mortgage rates, which could force more out of the market.
Parler says Kanye West is no longer buying the social network
The deal was canceled less than two months after it was announced by the rapper and the conservative social media service.
Children's clothing recalled for lead paint
Bentex manufactured several top and legging or short sets that feature nine different characters, including Minnie Mouse and Baby Yoda.
Unlicensed weed sold in NYC tainted with E. coli, lead and salmonella
About 40% of cannabis products from 20 illicit stores in New York contained harmful contaminants, trade group says.
Is the market out of bear territory? It's complicated.
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Bidens' first White House state dinner a star-studded affair
The White House had not held a state dinner since September 2019, largely because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Last Arizona County certifies election results
The move paves the way for officials to begin statewide canvass.
Men who used robocalls to suppress Black votes ordered to register new voters
Right-wing operatives Jacob Wohl and Jack Burkman attempted to dissuade voters in predominantly Black neighborhoods from casting mail-in ballots.
Biden wants South Carolina to have first primary in 2024
The current order of nominating contests is Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada and South Carolina.
Democrats hope to address debt ceiling before GOP takes over House
But Congressional leaders have neither scheduled nor planned a vote on the debt ceiling before the end of the year.
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Children's clothes recalled over lead poisoning risk
Some children's clothing featuring Disney and Star Wars characters have been recalled over a risk of lead poisoning. The clothes were sold at T.J. Maxx, Amazon and other retailers.
Middle school students treated for suspected overdoses
Panicked parents and first responders rushed to Van Nuys Middle School in Los Angeles, where 10 students were treated for suspected drug overdoses on Thursday. Danya Bacchus reports.
NYC hiring rat czar for $170,000: "Swashbuckling" required
The city's new director of rodent mitigation should be "highly motivated and somewhat bloodthirsty," job listing says.
China signals possible shift from "zero-COVID" policy after protests
Days after the most significant protests the ruling Communist Party has faced in decades, a senior health official heralded "a new situation," and 2 megacities eased restrictions.
Use of drugs for weight loss causes supply shortage
Dramatic stories about weight loss using popular drugs are trending on social media. People who need the drugs for other health issues now face shortages.
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Police blow up "suspicious package" sent to U.S. embassy in Spain
The package came a day after one sent to the Ukrainian Embassy ignited upon opening and injured an employee.
William and Kate's U.S. visit overshadowed by palace racism uproar
The royal couple arrived in Boston only hours after a royal aide resigned for interrogating a Black woman who was attending an event at Buckingham Palace.
Men dressed as gladiators in Rome arrested for allegedly extorting tourists
Police say several tourists submitted complaints, alleging the men took photos with them, then demanded money and even violently threatened them.
"This is huge": Historic China protests bring back memories of 1989
Historic protests mark the first time since 1989 that China has seen protests explicitly calling for the downfall of China's Communist Party.
"Squid Game" star Oh Young-soo charged with indecent assault
The 78-year-old Emmy nominee has reportedly denied a female complainant's allegation of inappropriate touching.
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Al Roker hospitalized again due to "complications" after being treated for blood clots
"He's resting and his doctors are keeping a close eye on him," "Today" co-host Hoda Kotb said of Roker.
"Harry & Meghan" trailer released: "What's happening behind closed doors"
The series is expected to be released on Dec. 8.
"Squid Game" star Oh Young-soo charged with indecent assault
The 78-year-old Emmy nominee has reportedly denied a female complainant's allegation of inappropriate touching.
Joe Pesci says he got "serious burns" to his head in "Home Alone"
The actor who played criminal Harry Lime is opening up about the real and painful impact of some of the most famous stunts in the movies.
Judge declares mistrial in Danny Masterson rape case
Masterson was charged with the rape of three women, including a former girlfriend, in his Hollywood Hills home between 2001 and 2003.
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San Francisco allows police to deploy robots that kill
Police in San Francisco have been given the authority to use remote-controlled robots that are capable of using deadly force in emergency situations. Some are concerned about the militarization of police. Jeff Pegues takes a look.
Twitter ends COVID misinformation policy
Twitter has ended its policy against COVID-19 misinformation. The change is the latest of several imposed by new owner Elon Musk. Rebecca Kern, a tech policy reporter for Politico, joins CBS News to discuss the significance.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
Twitter stops enforcing its COVID misinformation policy
Some health officials worry that lies about COVID-19 could spread more easily, while others say policy wasn't that effective.
The journey of an Amazon package
Nancy Chen got an inside look at the journey of an Amazon package near the company's Seattle headquarters. Thousands of workers and robots come together to fulfill up to a million orders a day at Amazon's flagship fulfillment center in Kent, Washington. Plus, here's what to expect this holiday shopping season.
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Stunning photos from NASA's Artemis I moon mission
The Orion spacecraft is sending back some amazing pictures from its 25-day, 1.3-million-mile journey around the moon.
Where Mauna Loa's lava is coming from
Some scientists think the magma could come from as far as 1,800 miles beneath Earth's surface.
Two volcanoes erupt simultaneously in Hawaii for first time in decades
"This is a rare time where we have two eruptions happening simultaneously," said a spokesperson for Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
Minerals never before seen on Earth discovered in massive meteorite
The "phenomenal" finding was something researchers accidentally uncovered while looking at a sample from the world's ninth-largest discovered meteorite.
Lava, vog and "Pele's hair": The hazards posed by Hawaii's volcano eruption
State health officials are urging people to cut back on outdoor exercise and other activities that cause heavy breathing, but no evacuation orders have been issued for now.
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Men who used robocalls to suppress Black votes ordered to register new voters
Right-wing operatives Jacob Wohl and Jack Burkman attempted to dissuade voters in predominantly Black neighborhoods from casting mail-in ballots.
Arrest warrant issued for Antonio Brown over alleged domestic violence incident
Brown is accused of throwing a shoe at the victim and attempting to lock her out of a Tampa home.
82-year-old Alabama woman arrested for unpaid trash bills
Police said an arrest warrant was issued for the woman after she failed to appear for a court hearing.
What we know about the investigation into the Idaho college student murders
It's been weeks since four University of Idaho students were found stabbed to death, but so far, police say a suspect or suspects have not been identified.
Differences in Harvey Weinstein's two trials
Closing arguments are underway in the Harvey Weinstein sexual misconduct trial in Los Angeles. CBS News anchors Elaine Quijano and Errol Barnett spoke with Rachel Fiset, a co-founder and managing partner of the law firm Zweiback, Fiset and Zalduendo, about the case.
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Stunning photos from NASA's Artemis I moon mission
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China sends astronauts to its space station
China has sent three astronauts to its recently built Tiangong space station, marking a major step for China's independent space program. Plus, NASA is celebrating the successes of its Artemis 1 mission. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood discussed the latest.
China launches new crew to Tiangong space station
The Shenzhou 15 crew will take over from three fellow space station fliers as China establishes a permanent presence in low-Earth orbit.
NASA breaks record on moon mission
NASA's Orion capsule has reached the farthest distance from Earth of any spacecraft intended to carry humans, and it sent back incredible new pictures of the surface of the moon. CBS News' Cristian Benavides reports on the latest on the Artemis I lunar mission.
Artemis 1 moonship in good shape midway through mission
Managers say the unpiloted Orion spacecraft is "operating just tremendously well" halfway through its planned 25-day mission.
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First lady Jill Biden unveiled a winter wonderland of decorations inspired by the theme, "We the People."
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12/1: Red and Blue
Senate passes legislation to avert rail strike; Democratic National Committee to discuss changing order of primaries.
Analyzing Biden's state dinner with Macron
President Biden was hosting French President Emmanuel Macron at the White House for the first state dinner of Biden's presidency. John Dickerson analyzed the implications of the state dinner with Erik Brattberg, senior vice president at Albright Stonebridge Group.
Former FTX CEO defends collapse of crypto exchange
In his first live interview since his company filed for bankruptcy, disgraced FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried denied committing fraud at the crypto exchange. Jim Baer, president of CMBG Advisors, joined CBS News to discuss Bankman-Fried's legal troubles.
Supreme Court to hear case on student loan relief
The Supreme Court has agreed to take up the case concerning President Biden's plan to cancel hundreds of billions of dollars in student loan debt. The court will hear oral arguments in February.
Biden hosting Macron in Biden's first state dinner
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden are welcoming French President Emmanuel and his wife, Brigitte Macron, for the first state dinner of Biden's presidency. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reported from the White House.