WeWork lays off 2,400 workers to end cash drain
Struggling office-sharing company calls job cuts necessary to create a "more efficient organization"
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Hotel offers $1 rooms for guests who live stream everything
"Young people nowadays don't care much about the privacy," says the millennial hotel manager behind the stunt
Charles Schwab, TD Ameritrade shares jump on merger reports
Shares of both companies jumped on news of a potential deal, which would unite two of the biggest brokerage firms
"This is corruption": Warren slams secret meeting between Trump and Zuckerberg
The Facebook CEO and one of the company's conservative board members had a previously undisclosed dinner with the president
Men get stressed out if their wives make too much money
When it comes to views about money, traditional gender norms "can be dangerous for men's health," economist says
AI threatens college educated workers more than others
White-collar workers are among the most vulnerable to being replaced by artificial intelligence, research finds
Apple yanks "The Banker" just ahead of film's debut
Tech giant abruptly cancels premier of movie starring Samuel L. Jackson and Anthony Mackie
Being older and single is a financial struggle for many Americans
An "elder index" calculates cost of basic necessities to continue living independently for those 65 years and older
China says talks over U.S. trade deal remain on track
Chinese official says Beijing is "willing to address" key issues, but outlook for agreement remains unclear
After Twitter, Google cracks down on political ads
The company is making it harder for political advertisers to target specific types of people
UAW president resigns after GM alleges union leaders took bribes
Gary Jones resigned after a lawsuit by GM alleged Fiat Chrysler paid union leaders millions in bribes to get concessions and gain advantages in labor deals
Uber tests in-car audio recordings for rider and driver safety
Passengers and drivers would be able to record in-ride audio, helping track safety issues
Still no China trade deal, and investors are getting jittery
Wall Street analysts say U.S. lawmakers' support for Hong Kong pro-democracy activists could upend trade talks
Amazon to open cashierless grocery stores, report says
One worker advocate says such a move "represents a clear and present danger to working- and middle-class Americans"
It takes 23 months for Latinas to earn what white men make in 12
Equal pay advocates say the Paycheck Fairness Act before Congress could help eliminate the disparity
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Watch live: Hill says Sondland pursued "domestic political errand"
Fiona Hill, a former NSC official, and David Holmes, a diplomat in Kiev, are appearing at the final hearing of the week
Israel's Netanyahu charged in corruption cases
The indictment throws the country's paralyzed political system into further disarray and threatening the long-time leader's grip on power
2 killed in aircraft mishap, Oklahoma Air Force base says
Two airmen have been killed in a "mishap" involving two jets at an Air Force base in northwestern Oklahoma
Kamala Harris says Pete Buttigieg sounded "naïve" at Democratic debate
"Those of us who've been involved in Civil Rights for a long time we know that it is important that we not compare our struggles," the California senator said Thursday
Students accused of sexual misconduct say process failed – and victims agree
As colleges investigate claims of sexual misconduct, many students, administrators and lawyers feel the process has gone wrong
Bloomberg files papers for presidential run — but he's not in yet
Bloomberg's team filed paperwork with the Federal Election Commission on Thursday that says he would seek the Democratic presidential nomination
Why A$AP Rocky keeps coming up in impeachment hearings
State Department official David Holmes testified that Ambassador Sondland told Trump to "play the racism card" when it came to A$AP Rocky's case
Video shows girl's final moments before cruise ship death
The video, which has not been released publicly, will be a key piece of evidence in Salvatore Anello's criminal trial
WeWork lays off 2,400 workers to end cash drain
Struggling office-sharing company calls job cuts necessary to create a "more efficient organization"
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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
Their restaurant has donated 30,000 meals, and counting
They met years ago. Eventually they got engaged. Now they run a philanthropic-minded sandwich shop with a big heart
Michelin star quality meal delivery for folks on restrictive diets
Subscription meal-delivery service makes gluten-free food for people who suffer from a range of conditions
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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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Hotel offers $1 rooms for guests who live stream everything
"Young people nowadays don't care much about the privacy," says the millennial hotel manager behind the stunt
Israel's Netanyahu charged in corruption cases
The indictment throws the country's paralyzed political system into further disarray and threatening the long-time leader's grip on power
China says talks over U.S. trade deal remain on track
Chinese official says Beijing is "willing to address" key issues, but outlook for agreement remains unclear
Video shows girl's final moments before cruise ship death
The video, which has not been released publicly, will be a key piece of evidence in Salvatore Anello's criminal trial
Beijing welcomes 6 cloned dogs to its police force
China appears to have achieved "volume production" of a super-capable K-9 police force
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Hotel offers $1 rooms for guests who live stream everything
"Young people nowadays don't care much about the privacy," says the millennial hotel manager behind the stunt
Kamala Harris says Pete Buttigieg sounded "naïve" at Democratic debate
"Those of us who've been involved in Civil Rights for a long time we know that it is important that we not compare our struggles," the California senator said Thursday
Bloomberg files papers for presidential run — but he's not in yet
Bloomberg's team filed paperwork with the Federal Election Commission on Thursday that says he would seek the Democratic presidential nomination
2 killed in aircraft mishap, Oklahoma Air Force base says
Two airmen have been killed in a "mishap" involving two jets at an Air Force base in northwestern Oklahoma
Apple yanks "The Banker" just ahead of film's debut
Tech giant abruptly cancels premier of movie starring Samuel L. Jackson and Anthony Mackie
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Kamala Harris says Pete Buttigieg sounded "naïve" at Democratic debate
"Those of us who've been involved in Civil Rights for a long time we know that it is important that we not compare our struggles," the California senator said Thursday
Bloomberg files papers for presidential run — but he's not in yet
Bloomberg's team filed paperwork with the Federal Election Commission on Thursday that says he would seek the Democratic presidential nomination
"This is corruption": Warren slams secret meeting between Trump and Zuckerberg
The Facebook CEO and one of the company's conservative board members had a previously undisclosed dinner with the president
Senate passes bill funding government through mid-December
The Senate approved a stopgap government spending bill that keeps the government operating through December 20.
Why A$AP Rocky keeps coming up in impeachment hearings
State Department official David Holmes testified that Ambassador Sondland told Trump to "play the racism card" when it came to A$AP Rocky's case
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Halima Aden on producing new refugee film, "I Am You"
On "CBS This Morning," Aden also spoke about why her hijab is "not going away"
Apple yanks "The Banker" just ahead of film's debut
Tech giant abruptly cancels premier of movie starring Samuel L. Jackson and Anthony Mackie
Why A$AP Rocky keeps coming up in impeachment hearings
State Department official David Holmes testified that Ambassador Sondland told Trump to "play the racism card" when it came to A$AP Rocky's case
Why Tom Hanks took on Mister Rogers role after first saying no
Hanks knew director Marielle Heller was "going places" after meeting her and watching her film "The Diary of a Teenage Girl"
Why Tom Hanks took on the role of Mr. Rogers
Tom Hanks plays Fred Rogers in the highly anticipated new movie “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood.” The Academy Award-winning actor said he initially turned down the part, but director Marielle Heller changed his mind. Gayle King talks with him about how Heller convinced him to take on the role.
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"This is corruption": Warren slams secret meeting between Trump and Zuckerberg
The Facebook CEO and one of the company's conservative board members had a previously undisclosed dinner with the president
Apple yanks "The Banker" just ahead of film's debut
Tech giant abruptly cancels premier of movie starring Samuel L. Jackson and Anthony Mackie
WeWork lays off 2,400 workers to end cash drain
Struggling office-sharing company calls cutting nearly 20% of its workforce necessary for a "more efficient organization"
Uber tests in-car audio recordings for rider and driver safety
Passengers and drivers would be able to record in-ride audio, helping track safety issues
AI threatens college educated workers more than others
White-collar workers are among the most vulnerable to being replaced by artificial intelligence, research finds
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SpaceX Starship prototype explodes during test in Texas
A dramatic test mishap damages a SpaceX Starship prototype in Texas
Beijing welcomes 6 cloned dogs to its police force
China appears to have achieved "volume production" of a super-capable K-9 police force
Why farmers may want to paint their cows with zebra stripes
Some people thought the stripy cattle in a Japanese pasture were a practical joke, but the science behind the camoflaged bovines could save farmers big money
NASA discovery fuels hopes in search for life beyond Earth
"We are on the cusp of exploring what may be the best place in our solar system to look for life beyond Earth," NASA says of Jupiter's icy moon
Deforestation in Brazil's Amazon is highest since 2008
The rainforest lost 3,769 square miles of its vegetation over the last year
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Excerpt from "Brain Food": Comparing brains on different diets
MRI scans of two healthy, dementia-free people, each following either a Mediterranean diet or a Western diet, show very different results
Gulf War veterans teach blacksmith to help vets: "We're their therapist"
Steve Hotz and Dave Seitz are molding an ancient trade into modern medicine to help vets transform something old into something new while also transforming themselves
Another type of lung injury may be linked to vaping
Doctors diagnosed a 17-year-old in Canada with "popcorn worker's lung" when he nearly died after vaping THC and flavored e-cigarettes for five months
House committee approves bill to federally legalize marijuana
The Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement Act — or MORE Act — would remove marijuana from a list of federally controlled substances
AMA calls for total ban on all vaping, e-cigarette products
The medical group cited a surge in teen use of e-cigarettes, which typically contain nicotine, as well as lung illnesses
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Hotel offers $1 rooms for guests who live stream everything
"Young people nowadays don't care much about the privacy," says the millennial hotel manager behind the stunt
"This is corruption": Warren slams secret meeting between Trump and Zuckerberg
The Facebook CEO and one of the company's conservative board members had a previously undisclosed dinner with the president
Apple yanks "The Banker" just ahead of film's debut
Tech giant abruptly cancels premier of movie starring Samuel L. Jackson and Anthony Mackie
Being older and single is a financial struggle for many Americans
An "elder index" calculates cost of basic necessities to continue living independently for those 65 years and older
China says talks over U.S. trade deal remain on track
Chinese official says Beijing is "willing to address" key issues, but outlook for agreement remains unclear
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Teen's "slave for sale" Craigslist post prompts hate crime charges
14 year old's lawyer says he and student in photo in post are friends but youth was suspended from school despite an arranged apology
10-year-old dies days after being shot at football game
Charges against Alvin Wyatt, one of several people charged in connection with the shooting, were upgraded to murder
Prince Andrew steps back from duties
In an unprecedented statement, Prince Andrew said he would "step back" from public duties for the foreseeable future. It comes just 72 hours after an interview with the BBC about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Former Baltimore mayor charged
Baltimore's former mayor, Catherine Pugh, is facing 11 counts of fraud, tax evasion and conspiracy. It all stems from a children's book she wrote. Jeff Pegues reports.
Nearly ¾ of transgender people slain since 2017 killed with guns
"Transgender violence is a gun violence issue," says Everytown for Gun Safety researcher
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SpaceX Starship prototype explodes during test in Texas
A dramatic test mishap damages a SpaceX Starship prototype in Texas
NASA discovery fuels hopes in search for life beyond Earth
"We are on the cusp of exploring what may be the best place in our solar system to look for life beyond Earth," NASA says of Jupiter's icy moon
How to watch the Leonids meteor shower
Colorful shooting stars will streak across the night sky during one of the most famous annual meteor displays
NASA watchdog warns of possible delays in launching new U.S. spacecraft
NASA argues concerns raised in new inspector general's report are "worst-case" and ignore mitigation efforts
Spacewalkers do "open heart surgery" to repair cosmic ray detector
Four spacewalks will be needed to repair the $2 billion Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer
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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.
Hill: There was "different channel" for Ukraine
National Security Council expert Fiona Hill testified on Thursday that there was a "different channel" at work in the State Department with regard to Ukraine. Republican counsel Stephen Castor asked Hill why she did not think U.S. policy towards Ukraine was headed in the right direction when she left her post. Hill said she was concerned about former Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch's removal and about what she called "a different channel in operation in relation to Ukraine. ... One that was domestic and political in nature, and that was very different from the channel, or loop... that I and my colleagues were in."
CBSN Originals | Speaking Frankly: Dating Apps
Dating apps offer seemingly endless potential matches at your fingertips, turning an intimate experience into something that feels more like a video game. But because users hide behind virtual profiles, it's easy to ghost, harass, and view others as non-human — and now that bots are populating these platforms, some actually are. As the industry continues to grow, some experts question whether dating app companies are really interested in helping people find love, or if they have an incentive to keep people in an endless cycle of searching and matching without any real connection.
Day 5, Part 5: Democrats question Hill, Holmes
House Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam Schiff and Daniel Goldman, senior adviser and director of investigations on the committee, questioned Fiona Hill, a former senior director specializing in Russia at the National Security Council, and David Holmes, a diplomat in the U.S. embassy in Kiev, on Thursday, the fifth day of public impeachment hearings.
Holmes: Trump discussed A$AP Rocky with Sondland
In his testimony at the impeachment hearing Thursday, State Department official David Holmes described hearing President Trump and Ambassador Gordon Sondland discuss the case of rapper A$AP Rocky, who was then jailed in Sweden on assault charges. Holmes says Sondland told the president, "Let him get sentenced, play the racism card, and give him a ticker-tape when he gets home."
