Cities banning gas in new homes because of climate change
As states and cities set ambitious clean-energy goals, they're moving to eliminate the "cleaner" fossil fuel.
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Critics: Fidelity charity fund gives to "hate groups"
Mutual fund giant's affiliated charitable fund gave $330,000 to a group that equates homosexuals with pedophiles.
How hedge fund giant Cohen could change Mets
Potential deal for ball club would take billionaire Cohen from boyhood fan and minority shareholder to eventual owner.
3 major Medicare costs will jump in January
Original Medicare premiums and deductibles for 2020 will take a bigger bite out of Social Security payments.
Artist eats banana duct-taped to wall that sold for $120,000
Two of the three editions have been sold and last one is expected to go for $150,000.
Lawmakers near agreement on parental leave for federal workers
The agreement would trade a major expansion of benefits to federal workers for a legacy initiative of President Trump's.
Elon Musk "pedo guy" tweet not defamatory, jury rules
British cave explorer sought $190 million from Musk for allegedly branding him as a pedophile during a Twitter spat.
You can put a ring on it for less this engagement season
Sweethearts may luck out with savings of a few hundred bucks on diamonds, thanks to drop in China tourism in U.S.
Peloton ad costs the company and shareholders $1.6 billion
Even Wall Street seems to hate the fitness equipment maker's TV commercial that some have panned as sexist.
China: We'll waive tariff hikes on U.S. soybeans and pork
Conciliatory move comes same week Donald Trump suggested he'd wait until after the U.S. election for a settlement.
Chipotle has nurses to ensure workers are sick, not hungover
Restaurant chain's CEO touts improved-safety practices after health scares including a norovirus outbreak in 2017
A small urban farm has a big impact on young lives
Urban Roots started as one man's dream to create a refuge for local youth. It's grown to serve the entire community.
Hiring surged in November as GM workers ended strike
A whopping 266,000 new jobs were created last month, while unemployment ticked down to 3.5%.
One city might do away with apartment security deposits
Scrounging up the lump sum can make it hard to afford a roof over your head. Cincinnati just might have a solution.
Uber: 3,000 sexual assaults reported in U.S. rides in 2018
The report comes as the ride-sharing company faces increased scrutiny over the safety of riders — and drivers — who use the app.
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Brother says Pensacola shooting victim saved lives: "He died a hero"
Joshua Kaleb Watson was one of three people killed by a gunman Friday at Naval Air Station Pensacola
Iran frees Chinese-American scholar in exchange for scientist
The prisoner exchange marked a potential breakthrough between Tehran and Washington after months of tensions.
North Korea's U.N. envoy: "Denuclearization" off the table
North Korea called the European action "another serious provocation" and "stupid and serious."
"Mega blaze" Australian bushfires are close to Sydney
"The massive NSW fires are in some cases just too big to put out at the moment," the area's Bureau of Meteorology tweeted.
Judiciary Committee publishes grounds for impeachment
The release of the report comes ahead of the second Judiciary Committee impeachment hearing on Monday.
25 dead after bloody night of attacks by gunmen in Iraq
130 were wounded after attacks targeted anti-government demonstrators in the capital.
Ron Leibman, "Norma Rae" and "Friends" actor, has died at 82
Leibman is survived by his wife, "Arrested Development" actress Jessica Walter.
Artist eats banana duct-taped to wall that sold for $120,000
Two of the three editions have been sold and last one is expected to go for $150,000.
Star of Peloton commercial is in new ad — this time for gin
"Exercise bike not included," Ryan Reynolds tweeted.
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A small urban farm has a big impact on young lives
Urban Roots started as one man's dream to create a refuge for local youth. It's grown to serve the entire community.
Spice company links farmers around the globe with American palates
Ethan Frisch founded Burlap & Barrel after discovering new flavors during his time as an aid worker in Afghanistan
The Farmer's Dog tests pet food recipes on humans
A sick dog led this co-founder to start a human-grade dog-food business
Rent and swap furniture as your lifestyle changes
A furniture startup called Feather allows nesters to rent home items so they aren't weighed down by physical belongings
Joe Ricketts on free enterprise, the engine that drives America
Despite a pending recession, the founder of Ameritrade says the country's strength continues to come from job opportunities created by new businesses
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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
What to do in your 20s and 30s to be set in your 60s and 70s
Millennials take note: The key to retiring on time is starting to save money early. Follow this advice from experts
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Artist eats banana duct-taped to wall that sold for $120,000
Two of the three editions have been sold and last one is expected to go for $150,000.
Plastic pollution has killed half a million hermit crabs
Hermit crabs are feeling the devastating effects of plastic pollution.
"Mega blaze" Australian bushfires are close to Sydney
"The massive NSW fires are in some cases just too big to put out at the moment," the area's Bureau of Meteorology tweeted.
North Korea's U.N. ambassador: "Denuclearization" off the table
North Korea called the European action "another serious provocation" and "stupid and serious."
25 dead after bloody night of attacks by unknown gunmen in Iraq
130 were wounded after attacks targeted anti-government demonstrators in the capital.
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Artist eats banana duct-taped to wall that sold for $120,000
Two of the three editions have been sold and last one is expected to go for $150,000.
Ron Leibman, "Norma Rae" and "Friends" actor, has died at 82
Leibman is survived by his wife, "Arrested Development" actress Jessica Walter.
North Korea's U.N. ambassador: "Denuclearization" off the table
North Korea called the European action "another serious provocation" and "stupid and serious."
"Binging with Babish" recreates food from movies and TV shows
The series, by Andrew Rea, was inspired by a "Parks and Recreation" episode and has nearly six million subscribers.
Judiciary Committee releases report on grounds for impeachment
The release of the report comes ahead of the second Judiciary Committee impeachment hearing on Monday.
Politics
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Judiciary Committee releases report on grounds for impeachment
The release of the report comes ahead of the second Judiciary Committee impeachment hearing on Monday.
Lawmakers near agreement on parental leave for federal workers
The agreement would trade a major expansion of benefits to federal workers for a legacy initiative of President Trump's.
Trump travels to Florida as impeachment inquiry intensifies
The White House said Friday it will not participate in House Judiciary Committee impeachment proceedings
What happened in the impeachment inquiry this week
Highlights and analysis of the impeachment inquiry against President Trump
Iran frees Chinese-American scholar in exchange for scientist
The prisoner exchange marked a potential breakthrough between Tehran and Washington after months of tensions.
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Billy Dee Williams clarifies he is not gender fluid
The 82-year-old actor says comments he made during an interview with Esquire were misunderstood.
Artist eats banana duct-taped to wall that sold for $120,000
Two of the three editions have been sold and last one is expected to go for $150,000.
Ron Leibman, "Norma Rae" and "Friends" actor, has died at 82
Leibman is survived by his wife, "Arrested Development" actress Jessica Walter.
"Binging with Babish" recreates food from movies and TV shows
The series, by Andrew Rea, was inspired by a "Parks and Recreation" episode and has nearly six million subscribers.
Inside "the mind of Tim Burton" at Las Vegas' Neon Museum
The "Lost Vegas: Tim Burton @ The Neon Museum" includes an assortment of animatronic sculptures, holographic drawings and signs of all sizes
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FTC: Cambridge Analytica deceived Facebook users
The political consulting firm was used by President Trump's 2016 campaign.
Peloton ad costs the company and shareholders $1.6 billion
Even Wall Street seems to hate the fitness equipment maker's TV commercial that some have panned as sexist.
Doctors urge FTC to protect kids from online advertisers
Pediatricians and consumer advocates are concerned about how digital media can impact children's development
Peloton stands by ad despite accusations of sexism
After uproar, exercise bike maker says TV spot is meant to "celebrate that fitness and wellness journey."
How not to lose your AirPods: Put them on a $60 cord
Nordstrom has a holiday gift for the forgetful — a special strap to help users stay attached to the pricey earbuds.
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Plastic pollution has killed half a million hermit crabs
Hermit crabs are feeling the devastating effects of plastic pollution.
World's oceans are losing oxygen at a dangerous rate, study says
Scientists warn that ocean deoxygenation will have widespread global effects on marine ecosystems and the people that rely on them.
Cities ban gas in new homes because of climate change
As states and cities set ambitious clean-energy goals, they're moving to eliminate the "cleaner" fossil fuel.
Dozens of hungry polar bears causing problems for a Russian village
Environmentalists says unusually warm weather has kept the "thin" bears from their usual hunting grounds, so they've come inland.
Climate change is causing birds to shrink, new study says
Birds' legs are getting shorter, their wings are getting longer and they've been losing weight.
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Flu season has come early this year
It is not too late to get vaccinated.
Planned Parenthood spends $1 million to save Title X
Planned Parenthood has until December 20 to convince the Republican-controlled Senate to reverse the changes.
Chipotle has nurses to ensure workers are sick, not hungover
Restaurant chain's CEO touts improved-safety practices after health scares including a norovirus outbreak in 2017
3 major Medicare costs will jump in January
Original Medicare premiums and deductibles for 2020 will take a bigger bite out of Social Security payments.
Measles outbreak in Samoa kills at least 63 people, mostly young children
The disease has infected more than 4,300 people on the islands, killing at least 63 of them
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Artist eats banana duct-taped to wall that sold for $120,000
Two of the three editions have been sold and last one is expected to go for $150,000.
Lawmakers near agreement on parental leave for federal workers
The agreement would trade a major expansion of benefits to federal workers for a legacy initiative of President Trump's.
Elon Musk "pedo guy" tweet not defamatory, jury rules
British cave explorer sought $190 million from Musk for allegedly branding him as a pedophile during a Twitter spat.
You can put a ring on it for less this engagement season
Sweethearts may luck out with savings of a few hundred bucks on diamonds, thanks to drop in China tourism in U.S.
China: We'll waive tariff hikes on U.S. soybeans and pork
Conciliatory move comes same week Donald Trump suggested he'd wait until after the U.S. election for a settlement.
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Brother says Pensacola shooting victim saved lives: "He died a hero"
Joshua Kaleb Watson was one of three people killed by a gunman Friday at Naval Air Station Pensacola
FBI investigating Pensacola shooting
FBI agents are scouring the scene of a shooting at Naval Air Station Pensacola and digging evidence into the background of the alleged shooter. He was a Saudi pilot, and one of several hundred foreign pilots training at Pensacola. Jeff Pegues reports.
Deadly attack at Naval Air Station Pensacola
Four people are dead after a shooting at Naval Air Station Pensacola. The shooter, a pilot in Saudi Arabia's Air Force, had been in the U.S. for training since 2017. Mark Strassmann reports.
Police tactics questioned after deadly Florida shootout
Four people were killed, including a UPS driver who was taken hostage and an innocent bystander.
Governor identifies shooter as Saudi national
Four people are dead, including the shooter, after a shooting at Naval Air Station Pensacola in Florida, authorities said. The suspect was a member of the Saudi air force and an aviation student at the base, officials confirmed at a press conference. Watch authorities give an update.
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Russian cargo ship launches to follow SpaceX Dragon to Space Station
The Russian freighter is expected to arrive at the space station early Monday, one day after a SpaceX Dragon cargo ship arrives.
SpaceX launches Dragon cargo ship to space station
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket vaulted away from the Florida coast Thursday and climbed smoothly into orbit, putting a Dragon cargo ship on course for a three-day flight to the International Space Station. Watch the launch.
SpaceX launches cargo ship on three-day flight to space station
The SpaceX launch is the first of two rapid-fire cargo delivery missions to the International Space Station.
High winds force 24-hour delay for launch of SpaceX cargo ship
SpaceX's 19th cargo flight to the space station will deliver more than 5,500 pounds of supplies and equipment.
Astronauts replace coolant pumps on $2 billion cosmic ray detector
New pumps are needed to revive the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer and give it a new lease on life.
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The best movies of 2019, ranked
From the Irishman to Toy Story 4, these are the highest-rated films released in 2019.
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Kelsey Berreth murder: Crime scene evidence photos
Krystal Lee shows investigators where she says she was told to clean up the crime scene after Patrick Frazee beat Kelsey Berreth to death with a baseball bat
Mall stores that don't exist anymore
These once iconic mall retailers have fallen victim to changing times
New movies coming in 2020: The most anticipated films on the way
From Mulan to the next Fast and Furious film, these are the new movies fans are most looking forward to in 2020
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CBSN Originals | Speaking Frankly: Title IX
Obama-era rules set tough new standards for how schools should handle cases of sexual misconduct on campus under Title IX. But some alleged victims say the investigations made matters worse, while many of the accused claim they're being denied due process. Now, the Trump administration has offered a new set of guidelines. Will that fix the problems?
Joe Biden wraps up bus tour
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden is wrapping up his eight-day Iowa bus tour. CBS News campaign reporter Bo Erickson joined CBSN with the latest from Biden's trip.
CBSN Originals | Speaking Frankly: Porn
With smartphones and wireless internet, gaining access to pornography has never been easier for young people. But experts say early exposure to porn can "rewire" young people’s brains, distort their views of sexual behavior, and even contribute to dating violence. Now, educators are trying to find ways to teach kids how to think critically about porn to help them foster healthier relationships.
Looking back at "Madam Secretary"
The Trump impeachment inquiry isn't the only impeachment we've seen on TV this fall. It was also part of the final season of the CBS drama "Madam Secretary." Jamie Wax was on set for the filming of the series finale where he spoke with some of the show's biggest stars about their six season journey.
From 1984: Conductor Michael Tilson Thomas
Michael Tilson Thomas, music director of the San Francisco Symphony and a recipient of a 2019 Kennedy Center Honor, made his reputation young, stepping in for an ailing conductor mid-concert at age 25. It launched a career that included leading orchestras in Boston, Buffalo, Los Angeles, Vienna and London. In this profile originally broadcast on "Sunday Morning" on December 2, 1984, Thomas talked with correspondent Eugenia Zukerman about his enthusiasm both for the contemporary (like Steve Reich's "Desert Music") and the classics of Beethoven and Gershwin.
