What is a "billionaire's tax," and how would it work?
About 700 Americans could face a new wealth tax under a Democratic proposal. Here's how it could work.
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Founder of shapewear company marks $1.2 billion deal by giving dream vacations to her employees.
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For evidence of inflation, look no further than kids' shoes
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Facebook internal documents show execs knew platform spread misinformation and failed to act
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Gas jumps 20 cents a gallon in a month
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World's richest could prevent global starvation, WFP director says
Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos could help prevent millions from starving to death with small percentages of their individual net worths, the director of the World Food Programme says.
United says unvaccinated workers cost it millions of dollars
Hundreds of employees at the carrier who have refused to get their shots remain on paid leave.
Democrats unveil their billionaires tax proposal
Democrats also proposed a 15% minimum tax on companies reporting more than $1 billion in profits each year.
Worldwide sting of "dark web" nets 150 suspects
Law enforcement agencies seized over $30 million in cash and virtual currencies and over 200 kilograms of drugs worldwide in one of the biggest operations of its kind.
Donald Trump NFT on sale for 240 ethereum
Non-fungible token depicting Trump years before his term in the White House will set you back just over $1 million.
Blue Origin unveils plans for commercial space station
The privately-funded outpost will provide a destination in orbit after the International Space Station is retired.
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But Republicans are poised to narrow the gap, with most of their votes likely to come on Election Day.
Arrests in boy's death and siblings' apparent abandonment
Teen called sheriff to say his brother had been dead in their Houston-area apartment for a year. Deputies found the teen and two other brothers. His mother and her boyfriend have been charged.
What to know about COP26, the UN climate summit
The United States rejoins the global conversation on climate change, not only looking to participate but to lead — a tricky task as climate negotiations in Washington drag on.
2 officers indicted in death of man shot 76 times during 2016 raid
Authorities said they were trying to serve warrants on Robinson in his girlfriend's Atlanta-area apartment. His family hailed the indictments they've long called for.
Democrats unveil their billionaires tax proposal
Democrats also proposed a 15% minimum tax on companies reporting more than $1 billion in profits each year.
World's richest could prevent global starvation, WFP director says
Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos could help prevent millions from starving to death with small percentages of their individual net worths, the director of the World Food Programme says.
Nor'easter causes flooding, leaves hundreds of thousands in the dark
Parts of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut all saw more rain yesterday than they typically get in an entire month.
Queen Elizabeth pulls out of climate summit following medical advice
"Her Majesty is disappointed not to attend the Reception but will deliver a message to the assembled delegates via a recorded video message," Buckingham Palace said.
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Head of "safety" at the social media company told senators that internal research on mental health impact was misinterpreted.
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"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
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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
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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.
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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)
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Delta Air Lines testing new facial recognition technology at airports
Delta Air Lines is testing new facial recognition technology to reduce the time it takes between arriving at the airport and getting passengers in their seats.
COVID patient "fought like an animal" to make it home after 299 days
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Watch Live: Authorities giving updates on deadly movie-set shooting
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Nor'easter causes flooding, leaves hundreds of thousands in the dark
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What to know about COP26, the UN climate summit
The United States rejoins the global conversation on climate change, not only looking to participate but to lead — a tricky task as climate negotiations in Washington drag on.
Democrats unveil their billionaires tax proposal
Democrats also proposed a 15% minimum tax on companies reporting more than $1 billion in profits each year.
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In a rally days before the election, the president called Republican candidate Glenn Youngkin "an acolyte of Donald Trump."
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But Republicans are poised to narrow the gap, with most of their votes likely to come on Election Day.
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While the number of COVID cases is trending downward, some survivors are having a hard time recovering from the disease.
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FDA advisers back Pfizer's COVID vaccine for kids 5 to 11
The CDC must also weigh in before younger children can be vaccinated.
New York City police union sues city over COVID vaccine mandate
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What is a "billionaire's tax," and how would it work?
About 700 Americans could face a new wealth tax under a Democratic proposal. Here's how it could work.
Spanx boss gives workers $10,000 and first-class plane tickets
Founder of shapewear company marks $1.2 billion deal by giving dream vacations to her employees.
Why many Black employees don't want to return to the office
For people of color, working from home can offer a refuge from racial slights and a welcome relief from "code-switching."
On the table for Thanksgiving this year? Higher food prices
For Turkey Day, expect increased food and energy costs to take a bigger bite out of your pocketbook.
Facebook's new biz plan? Find young people in the metaverse
Mark Zuckerberg says the social media company wants to make serving young adults "our North Star."
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"Shocking": Woman living in high-rise cuts rope holding painters
She could face a prison term up to 20 years if found guilty on a charge of attempted murder.
World's richest could prevent global starvation, WFP director says
Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos could help prevent millions from starving to death with small percentages of their individual net worths, the director of the World Food Programme says.
Great white shark bites a case of mistaken identity, study shows
To juvenile great white sharks, swimmers, surfers and seals look dangerously similar on the ocean's surface.
Queen Elizabeth pulls out of climate summit following medical advice
"Her Majesty is disappointed not to attend the Reception but will deliver a message to the assembled delegates via a recorded video message," Buckingham Palace said.
ISIS-K could be able to launch attacks out of Afghanistan within a year: DOD official
ISIS-K is responsible for the terrorist attack in August that killed 13 U.S. service members.
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Michael Lewis on COVID-19, processing grief
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Criminal charges possible in "Rust" shooting
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Latinx community remains underrepresented in television, report finds
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Man pleads guilty to distributing fentanyl that killed Mac Miller
Stephen Andrew Walter faces a maximum sentence of 20 years in jail.
Dave Chappelle willing to speak to transgender community
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Spanx boss gives workers $10,000 and first-class plane tickets
Founder of shapewear company marks $1.2 billion deal by giving dream vacations to her employees.
Tech execs face questions on child safety
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Supply chain issues threaten consumers, businesses
A global traffic jam of ships carrying goods to major U.S. ports is affecting consumers and businesses, and some experts say the disruption will continue deep into 2022. Peter Tirschwell, the vice president for maritime and trade at IHS Markit, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the supply chain woes.
Tech executives testify on social media safety
Facebook isn’t the only social media network that finds itself in the crosshairs of Congress. On Tuesday, executives from Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube were warned to do more to protect children or face government regulations. Nikole Killion has the latest.
Cruz pushes TikTok exec over company's ties to China
Lawmakers also heard from executives at Snapchat and YouTube.
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Great white shark bites a case of mistaken identity, study shows
To juvenile great white sharks, swimmers, surfers and seals look dangerously similar on the ocean's surface.
FDA panel recommends Pfizer vaccine for kids
An FDA advisory panel gave a thumbs up to Pfizer's mini-dose COVID-19 vaccine for children as young as 5, and if it clears the final hurdles, the first shots could be delivered next week. Janet Shamlian reports.
Kids could get Pfizer COVID vaccine soon
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North Atlantic right whale population hits nearly 20-year low
One of the world's most endangered large whale species continues to face declining populations as climate change and humans are "driving this species toward extinction," researchers say.
FDA panel considers Pfizer vaccine for kids
An FDA advisory panel is meeting today to consider if millions of younger children, ages 5 to 11, should be eligible for Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine. CBS News' Laura Podesta joins CBSN AM with the latest.
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Watch Live: Authorities giving updates on deadly movie-set shooting
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"Shocking": Woman living in high-rise cuts rope holding painters
She could face a prison term up to 20 years if found guilty on a charge of attempted murder.
Suspect in Boise mall shooting dies; injured victims expected to survive
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2 officers indicted in death of man shot 76 times during 2016 raid
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Blue Origin unveils plans for commercial space station
The privately-funded outpost will provide a destination in orbit after the International Space Station is retired.
New infant planet discovered by researchers in Hawaii
The baby planet burns at the same temperature as the lava erupting from Kīlauea Volcano in Hawaii.
First lunar samples in over 45 years key to moon's history
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Boeing zeros in on cause of Starliner launch scrub
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Film crew shot 30 hours of footage on trip to space station
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Small Mississippi football team dominates
Greenville Christian Academy, a small private school built to circumvent desegregation laws, is dominating Mississippi high school football. Now boasting a student body that is 70% Black - the team is all Black - the Delta area school is ranked number one, despite being badly outmanned by larger programs. Jan Crawford has the details.
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