How life could change with every uptick in the temperature
Every uptick in the global thermometer affects how we live. Here's what could happen if temperatures continue to climb.
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Facebook to change corporate name to Meta
The flagship social network will keep its name.
The jobs Americans want — and don't want — right now
Workers are snubbing low-wage sectors that require in-person work, like child care and restaurant jobs.
U.S. economy slowed amid headwinds from COVID-19, supply chains
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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene bought shares in Trump SPAC
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White exec who claimed discrimination awarded $10 million
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In the "Great Resignation," women are changing jobs like never before
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Flight diverted after passenger allegedly roughs up flight attendant
The American Airlines flight from New York to Orange County, outside L.A., was sent to Denver. Witnesses said the dispute was over wearing a mask.
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Small SUVs fare poorly in new, tougher side-impact crash test
Only one of them, out of 20, got a rating of "good," an insurance group says. The rest got ratings of acceptable, marginal or poor.
Ransomware gang says it hacked the National Rifle Association
Russia-linked cybercriminals claim to have published files belonging to the gun-rights group on the dark web.
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."
Samsung heir Lee Jae-yong fined for drug use
Lee, called Korea's "princeling," was charged for illegally using the anesthetic propofol, popular with K-pop stars.
CDC confirms deadly bacteria in home spray recalled by Walmart
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59,000 meat workers got COVID-19, higher than thought: report
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Biden unveils details of $1.75 trillion social spending plan
"No one got everything they wanted, including me," the president told the nation Thursday.
"You have cancer": Sally Yates opens up about her diagnosis
Former top Justice Department official says she feels "incredibly grateful" — but early detection and treatment "shouldn't depend on one's race, ethnicity, zip code or bank account."
Facebook to change corporate name to Meta
The flagship social network will keep its name.
For Black and Latino gun owners, being armed "evens the playing field"
Gun owners are growing more diverse as increasing numbers of underrepresented Americans arm up.
Flight diverted after passenger allegedly roughs up flight attendant
The American Airlines flight from New York to Orange County, outside L.A., landed in Denver instead.
What's in Democrats' new $1.75 trillion social spending bill?
The White House unveiled a new framework for the legislation after protracted negotiation among Democrats.
Human remains found in California desert confirmed to be Lauren Cho
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"John Doe" in NHL's Blackhawks sex abuse scandal comes forward
Former minor leaguer Kyle Beach told Canada's TSN SportsCentre he was the player who accused a former video coach of abusing him in 2010.
NAACP urges athletes not to sign with Texas teams over controversial laws
"Until the legislation is overturned, Texas isn't safe for anyone," the letter reads.
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Facebook exec says company doesn't profit off underage users
Head of "safety" at the social media company told senators that internal research on mental health impact was misinterpreted.
Why shoppers are finding many products hard to find
Consumers are encountering shortages of everything from toilet paper to Batman toys. Blame the world's fragile supply chain.
"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
As the Delta variant surges, many small employers are again taking precautions in the way they do business.
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.
Their small business was big events — then they had to adapt
The Vintage Market had shows with up to 30,000 in attendance. After the pandemic, its owners found new ways to survive.
44% of small businesses have less than 3 months of cash
"Everything is up in the air," said one Ohio bakery owner who worries that COVID-19 could shut her down again.
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More Americans are working into old age
A growing swath of seniors are working beyond 65, with many needing to supplement their paltry retirement savings.
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)
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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene bought shares in Trump SPAC
Trump Media & Technology Group plans to launch social media platform and streaming service offering "non-woke" content.
Biden unveils details of $1.75 trillion social spending plan
"No one got everything they wanted, including me," the president told the nation Thursday.
The jobs Americans want — and don't want — right now
Workers are snubbing low-wage sectors that require in-person work, like child care and restaurant jobs.
CDC confirms deadly bacteria in home spray recalled by Walmart
Federal agency urges people to return product, saying it doesn't want dangerous bottles to end up in landfills.
NAACP urges athletes not to sign with Texas teams over controversial laws
"Until the legislation is overturned, Texas isn't safe for anyone," the letter reads.
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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene bought shares in Trump SPAC
Trump Media & Technology Group plans to launch social media platform and streaming service offering "non-woke" content.
Biden unveils details of $1.75 trillion social spending plan
"No one got everything they wanted, including me," the president told the nation Thursday.
DOJ and Texas clash over abortion ban ahead of Supreme Court showdown
The Supreme Court will hear arguments Monday in two cases involving a Texas law that bans most abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy.
DOJ announces settlement in 2015 Charleston church shooting
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The White House unveiled a new framework for the legislation after protracted negotiation among Democrats.
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Study suggests cheap antidepressant could help treat COVID-19
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You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
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CDC confirms deadly bacteria in home spray recalled by Walmart
Federal agency urges people to return product, saying it doesn't want dangerous bottles to end up in landfills.
Judge denies NYPD union's bid to halt COVID vaccine mandate
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The CDC recently recommended additional doses for millions of Americans, including all adults who were first vaccinated with Johnson & Johnson's shot.
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How life could change with every uptick in the temperature
Every uptick in the global thermometer affects how we live. Here's what could happen if temperatures continue to climb.
Facebook to change corporate name to Meta
The flagship social network will keep its name.
The jobs Americans want — and don't want — right now
Workers are snubbing low-wage sectors that require in-person work, like child care and restaurant jobs.
U.S. economy slowed amid headwinds from COVID-19, supply chains
Growth weakened in the third quarter as Delta variant cases surged and global supply-chains bogged down.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene bought shares in Trump SPAC
Trump Media & Technology Group plans to launch social media platform and streaming service offering "non-woke" content.
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Samsung heir Lee Jae-yong fined for drug use
Lee, called Korea's "princeling," was charged for illegally using the anesthetic propofol, popular with K-pop stars.
"Don't choose extinction": Dinosaur shares U.N. climate message
In a new short film, Frankie the dinosaur urges humans to change course before it's too late.
Climate change to force millions out of homes in Africa
By 2050, the number of climate migrants in West Africa and the Lake Victoria Basin could reach 86 million.
"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.
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New York school district bans "Squid Game" Halloween costumes
The school district's superintendent said students have been reenacting some of the games at recess.
J Balvin apologizes after music video sparks backlash: "That's not who I am"
"That's not who I am. I'm about tolerance, love and inclusivity," the Colombian singer said.
Man pleads guilty to distributing fentanyl that killed Mac Miller
Stephen Andrew Walter faces a maximum sentence of 20 years in jail.
Michael Lewis on COVID-19, processing grief
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Latinx community remains underrepresented in television, report finds
The report found audiences respond better to diverse casts, but there are still few roles for Latinx actors.
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Facebook to change corporate name to Meta
The flagship social network will keep its name.
Small SUVs only do so-so in side crash tests
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety says only one out of 20 got the highest “good” rating. The rest were only OK, marginal or poor in the group’s new, more rigorous side-impact test.
Ransomware gang says it hacked the National Rifle Association
Russia-linked cybercriminals claim to have published files belonging to the gun-rights group on the dark web.
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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Spainish city to name heat waves
Seville, Spain is hoping to become the first city in the world to name heat waves. Mauricio Rodas, former mayor of Quito, Ecuador and lead for the Arsht-Rockefeller Foundation's Extreme Heat Resilience Alliance, joins CBSN to discuss how the system would help other places.
"Don't choose extinction": Dinosaur shares U.N. climate message
In a new short film, Frankie the dinosaur urges humans to change course before it's too late.
How life could change with every uptick in the temperature
Every uptick in the global thermometer affects how we live. Here's what could happen if temperatures continue to climb.
Scientists believe they've spotted first planet outside the Milky Way
The planet hasn't been confirmed but the findings could help scientists identify other planets outside of our galaxy.
Man confirmed to be great-grandson of Sitting Bull with DNA match
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Court temporarily halts executions of two death row inmates
The two men filed a lawsuit with other inmates challenging Oklahoma's lethal injection protocols.
New York trooper charged with murder after ramming family's car, killing girl
Monica Goods, 11, died while traveling with her parents and sister for the holidays last year.
School safety officer charged with murder in death of teen mom
Manuela "Mona" Rodriguez, who had been declared brain dead after the Sept. 27 shooting, died Oct. 5 after she was removed from life support.
Flight diverted after passenger allegedly roughs up flight attendant
The American Airlines flight from New York to Orange County, outside L.A., landed in Denver instead.
Why people shot by Wisconsin teen can't be called "victims" at trial
Rittenhouse claims he acted in self-defense, his lawyers may refer to them as "arsonists," "looters," or "rioters," if in fact, they participated in those activities.
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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
The rock samples are the youngest ever collected, and indicate there was volcanic activity on the Moon much later than previously thought.
Boeing zeros in on cause of Starliner launch scrub
Boeing hopes to be ready for another Starliner launch try in the first half of 2022.
Film crew shot 30 hours of footage on trip to space station
If the project stays on track, the movie will beat a Hollywood production announced last year by NASA and Elon Musk's SpaceX, starring Tom Cruise, to the silver screen.
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NYC firefighters protest vaccine mandate
New York City firefighters held a rally against the mayor’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate for city workers. CBS New York’s John Dias reports.
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A new episode of CBSN Originals' Reverb series reveals that as Christian nationalism attracts followers, traditional pastors fear for their faith and the country.
The wives of Nicaraguan political prisoners
Nicaraguan dictator Daniel Ortega has tightened his grip on power by making dozens of arrests of political opponents, journalists and protesters. Sunday, 60 Minutes speaks to the wives of two imprisoned men who were planning to oppose Ortega in next week’s elections.
Doctor on new boosters and vaccinating kids
A fourth COVID-19 vaccine shot will soon be available for some immunocompromised adults across the country. Meanwhile, the Food and Drug Administration could authorize Pfizer's vaccine for emergency use in children ages 5-11 in the coming days. Dr. Hilary Fairbrother, an emergency medicine physician, joined CBSN to discuss.
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A new CBSN Originals documentary reveals the growing threat posed by technology that makes lies look true and the truth seem false.