Hospitals across the U.S. face IV fluid shortage after Hurricane Helene
With one major medical supplier's production hubs closed, hospitals say they are rationing IV fluid bags and employing other conservation measures.
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JPMorgan Chase denies Trump's claim that CEO Jamie Dimon endorsed him
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon "has not endorsed a candidate," bank says, refuting former president's claim on social media.
Social Security will set its 2025 COLA within days. Here's what to know.
The Social Security Administration will set its 2025 cost-of-living adjustment within days. Here's what the experts say.
Most people hit by Hurricane Helene lack flood insurance
Outside of Florida, roughly 99% of homeowners that sustained flooding are not covered, Insurance Information Institute estimates.
Employers added 254,000 jobs in September, blowing away forecasts
Wall Street is watching the labor market for signs of slower hiring, which could influence the Federal Reserve's next rate decision.
Dockworkers suspend strike after reaching tentative deal
The strike, the first by East and Gulf Coast dockworkers since 1977, had shut down 14 ports since Tuesday.
Businesses damaged by Hurricane Helene scramble to pick up pieces
Owners of businesses damaged by Hurricane Helene contemplate how to move forward after losing their buildings, inventory.
Is toilet paper affected by the port strike? Here's what to know.
People on social media are posting photos of empty store shelves as concerns mount over the strike's impact on bathroom tissue supplies.
How much do striking dockworkers make? Here are their salaries.
Thousands of East and Gulf Coast dockworkers are on strike and demanding higher pay. Here's how much they earn.
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3 home equity loan mistakes to avoid now that rates are cut
Home equity loan borrowing is becoming cheaper for homeowners, but they should still avoid these easy mistakes.
Can you consolidate your credit card debt with bad credit?
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Should seniors invest in gold as the economy improves?
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Tablet use linked to angry outbursts among todders, study finds
Staring at an iPad screen too much may keep little kids from learning to control their emotions, a new study finds.
Tesla sales drop as competition in electric vehicle market heats up
Tesla accounted for 80% of electric vehicle sales in the U.S. in 2020, but that figure fell to 55% last year.
Virtual valentine: People are turning to AI in search of romance
The generative artificial intelligence boom has led to the emergence of romantic companion bots.
Apple halting Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 sales. Here's why.
Apple said it will stop selling the devices later this month in order to comply with a U.S. import ban.
Elon Musk restores X account of far-right conspiracy theorist Alex Jones
Alex Jones, the conspiracy theorist known for his fake news site InfoWars and his false denial of the Sandy Hook massacre, was permanently banned from Twitter in 2018.
Think twice before scanning a QR code — here's why
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Elon Musk says advertiser boycott at X could "kill the company"
The billionaire owner of X took a defensive tone, saying that "the whole world will know that those advertisers killed the company."
OpenAI says Sam Altman returning as CEO days after board sacked him
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Elon Musk says X will donate ad, subscription revenue tied to Gaza war
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Hurricane Milton intensifies, heads toward Florida's Gulf Coast
Milton strengthened into a Category 1 hurricane in less than a day after developing into a tropical depression in the Gulf of Mexico.
Israel's airstrikes on Beirut escalate, launches incursion in northern Gaza
Israel and Hezbollah have traded fire across the Lebanon border almost daily since the day after Hamas' cross-border attack on Oct. 7, 2023.
Tillis says Helene damage in North Carolina "is more like Katrina"
Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina said more resources are needed in parts of the state hit hardest by Hurricane Helene.
How to watch Kamala Harris' 2024 election interview with "60 Minutes"
Vice President Kamala Harris will be interviewed in a Monday, Oct 7. "60 Minutes" election special. Here's how and when to watch.
Maps show possible paths of Hurricane Milton toward Florida
Forecasters predict Hurricane Milton will make landfall around the Tampa Bay area on Wednesday, bringing with it upwards of 120 mph winds.
Kelly says Americans need to be educated on election misinformation
"It's up to us, the people who serve in Congress and in the White House to get the information out there," Sen. Mark Kelly told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
Biden sends more troops to North Carolina for Hurricane Helene response
Hurricane Helene caused catastrophic damage from Florida into the Appalachian mountains and killed more than 225 people across multiple states.
Turner: All candidates should "deescalate" after assassination attempts
Rep. Mike Turner, chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, responded to former President Donald Trump implying Democrats were behind the attempts on his life.
Christopher Ciccone, artist and Madonna's younger brother, dies at 63
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These are the best and worst places to retire in the U.S.
Given that many retirees live on fixed incomes, affordability is a key metric to take into account when considering where to live out one's golden years.
U.S. has more 401(k) millionaires than ever, report shows
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Only 1 in 5 workers nearing retirement is financially on track
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Maps show possible paths of Hurricane Milton toward Florida
Forecasters predict Hurricane Milton will make landfall around the Tampa Bay area on Wednesday, bringing with it upwards of 120 mph winds.
Biden sends more troops to North Carolina for Hurricane Helene response
Hurricane Helene caused catastrophic damage from Florida into the Appalachian mountains and killed more than 225 people across multiple states.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sept. 29, 2024
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, House Intelligence Committee chairman Rep. Mike Turner and Sen. Thom Tillis join Margaret Brennan.
Nurse died searching for man stranded in Hurricane Helene floodwaters
As floodwaters surged into Tennessee's Nolichucky River, Boone McCrary headed out on his fishing boat to rescue a man from his collapsing home.
Election officials on threats to your right to vote
Just weeks before the presidential election, new rules are going into effect in some states that can jeopardize people's right to vote, from challenges to voter registrations, to limits on when and how ballots may be cast.
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Hospitals across the U.S. face IV fluid shortage after Hurricane Helene
With one major medical supplier's production hubs closed, hospitals say they are rationing IV fluid bags and employing other conservation measures.
JPMorgan Chase denies Trump's claim that CEO Jamie Dimon endorsed him
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon "has not endorsed a candidate," bank says, refuting former president's claim on social media.
Most people hit by Hurricane Helene do not have flood insurance
Outside of Florida, roughly 99% of homeowners that sustained flooding are not covered, Insurance Information Institute estimates.
Social Security will set 2025 COLA within days. Here's what to know.
The Social Security Administration will set its 2025 cost-of-living adjustment within days. Here's what the experts say.
Trump Media & Technology chief operating officer resigns
Trump Media exec's exit comes as Truth Social's parent company is ordered to hand over nearly 800,000 shares to an investor.
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VP debate highlights from the Walz-Vance 2024 showdown
Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz met in New York for the CBS News vice presidential debate. Here are the highlights.
Fact checking VP debate claims from Walz and Vance's 2024 showdown
CBS News is fact checking the biggest claims made by Tim Walz and JD Vance during the vice presidential debate.
CBS News VP debate poll shows voter reactions to Vance-Walz showdown
CBS News poll finds Walz and Vance improved their standing in what debate watchers said was a positive debate.
Watch JD Vance's closing statement from the 2024 VP debate
Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance said Americans "need a new direction" as he closed out the only VP debate before the November election.
Watch Tim Walz's closing statement from the 2024 VP debate
Gov. Tim Walz touted Vice President Kamala Harris' coalition of supporters, praising her for bringing "joy" to politics.
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How an ultrasound to check on her pregnancy revealed a big health issue
Doctors operated on Allison Misconin's reproductive system while she was more than halfway through her first pregnancy.
Yellow jackets swarm North Carolina, prompting Benadryl, EpiPen requests
Deadly flooding from Hurricane Helene in western North Carolina has disrupted the underground nests of yellow jackets, bees and other insects.
Hospitals across the U.S. face IV fluid shortage after Hurricane Helene
With one major medical supplier's production hubs closed, hospitals say they are rationing IV fluid bags and employing other conservation measures.
New CDC website shows if COVID or flu is on the rise in 2024
It centers around a sweeping new weekly metric called "acute respiratory illness."
Majority of kids worry about school. Psychiatrist shares tips to ease anxiety.
A majority of kids have school-related worries and there are ways to help ease their stress. A psychiatrist shares tips.
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U.S., U.K. climbers stranded on Himalayan mountains rescued
Michelle Dvorak, 31, and Fay Manners, 37, went missing on Thursday after their equipment and food tumbled down a ravine while trekking up India's Chaukhamba mountain.
Preserving the stories of the Israel-Gaza conflict through art
After the Hamas terror attack on October 7, 2023, the National Library of Israel began collecting art and testimonials that speak to the horror of that day. In the West Bank, the Palestinian Museum collects and displays work by Gazan artists documenting the ongoing war.
Israel's airstrikes on Beirut escalate, launches incursion in northern Gaza
Israel and Hezbollah have traded fire across the Lebanon border almost daily since the day after Hamas' cross-border attack on Oct. 7, 2023.
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Tajik men with alleged ISIS ties removed in immigration proceedings
The men were arrested by federal agents in June on immigration charges.
Congo finally begins mpox vaccinations in a drive to slow outbreaks
Congolese authorities have started mpox vaccinations, nearly two months after the disease outbreak was declared a global emergency.
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Christopher Ciccone, artist and Madonna's younger brother, dies at 63
Christopher Ciccone spent most of his life in Madonna's shadow - as her back-up dancer, personal assistant, dresser, decorator, art director and tour director.
Sabrina Carpenter on "Short n' Sweet"
At just over five feet tall, Sabrina Carpenter is one of the giants of the pop world, with her album debuting at #1. "Sunday Morning" paid a visit to the rehearsal studio for her international tour.
Sabrina Carpenter on "Short n' Sweet"
Singer-songwriter Sabrina Carpenter seems to have exploded on the music scene, but her path to the top of the pop charts started more than a decade ago, posting videos on Youtube. And now, her latest album, "Short n' Sweet," debuted at #1. Correspondent Tracy Smith met with Carpenter during rehearsals of her stage show to talk about how the shutting of her Broadway show "Mean Girls" was a blessing in disguise; casting her boyfriend Barry Keoghan in the music video for her hit "Please Please Please"; and crediting her family (and caffeine) for the ability to deal with success.
"Matlock" star Kathy Bates
Academy Award-winning actress Kathy Bates sits down with Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz to talk about her new TV show "Matlock," which explores the "invisibility" of women of a certain age. She also discusses some of her most memorable stage and screen roles, including her performance as a violent psychopath in the Stephen King thriller "Misery," and the message she shared with her late mother the night she won the Oscar.
Pharrell Williams on "Piece by Piece" and his love of joy
Pharrell Williams has built a fascinating career as a musician, performer, and now creative director for Louis Vuitton's Men's collection. He talks about the joy he finds in creativity, and about his new Lego movie, "Piece by Piece."
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Gmail users get new summary cards to track purchases, events
Google brings new interactive summary cards to Gmail inboxes to help users track purchases, events.
Congress is trying to force carmakers to keep AM radio
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act would require AM radios in electric vehicles, even though automakers claim electric motors interfere with the signal.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Sony PlayStation Network outage throws gamers into hourslong disarray
Sony's PlayStation Network went down, frustrating gamers around the world who complain they weren't able to sign in to their accounts.
Verizon customers report widespread outages
Verizon customers reported their mobile phone service was down in cities across the U.S., giving them only SOS mode.
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Maps show which states could see northern lights this weekend
The northern lights could dazzle millions of Americans in some northern states this weekend.
Type of firefly could be first on federal endangered species list
The Bethany Beach firefly is the first lightning bug species to be considered for protections under the Endangered Species Act.
How climate change threatens plants, animals
In this episode of "Climate Watch: Protecting the Planet," CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy speaks to scientists and experts about the growing number of critically endangered plants and animals and how humans can help.
Book excerpt: "Revenge of the Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell
The author revisits his 2000 bestseller "The Tipping Point," to examine the flip side of that earlier book's lessons about studying social change. Among the topics he covers: Cheetah reproduction.
50 "exceptionally well-preserved" Viking skeletons unearthed in Denmark
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
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2 arrested in attack on former N.Y. Gov. David Paterson, stepson
Two youths have been arrested in connection to Friday night's attack on former New York Gov. David Paterson and his stepson Anthony Sliwa.
Why an oral surgeon became a murder suspect in girlfriend's death
Sarah Harris' mother believes Dr. James Ryan dominated every aspect of her daughter's life, brought her powerful habit-forming drugs, and is therefore responsible for her death.
DNA helps ID killer 28 years after WA teen's murder
"One thing the detectives kept telling us was … eventually technology's gonna solve this case. … I trusted that, and they turned out that they were right," Sarah Yarborough's mother tells "48 Hours."
Apalachee hosts first football game since shooting
Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, on Friday hosted its first home football game since a 14-year-old student opened fire at the school one month ago, killing four people and wounding nine others. One of those killed was a beloved defensive football coach. Jericka Duncan has more.
Teen critically wounded in shooting on Philadelphia bus; one person in custody
A shooting on a SEPTA bus critically injured a teenage boy and led to a pursuit throughout Philadelphia Friday evening.
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The northern lights could dazzle millions of Americans in some northern states this weekend.
New Vulcan rocket takes off on second test flight
Despite an apparent problem with one of two strap-on boosters, the Vulcan reached orbit and otherwise performed as expected.
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Researchers used observations from the Webb Telescope to identify carbon dioxide and hydrogen peroxide on the surface of Charon, Pluto's largest moon.
SpaceX Crew Dragon brings 2 fresh crew members to space station
A SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft caught up with the International Space Station and moved in for docking Sunday.
SpaceX launches two-man crew on flight to space station
Crew Dragon's two astronauts will join two Starliner fliers for a five-month tour of duty aboard the International Space Station.
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Turner: "All the candidates need to deescalate"
House Intelligence Committee chairman Rep. Mike Turner tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that in the wake of the assassination attempts on former President Donald Trump "all the candidates need to deescalate, especially in their language." But when asked if there's anything to imply Eric Trump's allegation that Democrats are "trying to kill" Trump is true, Turner said "of course not."
McKenzie: "Iran is the country that's in a corner"
Retired Gen. Frank McKenzie, the former commander of U.S. forces in the Middle East, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that "Iran is the country that's in a corner" in the conflict in the Middle East, and says the "Israelis are certainly going to hit back."
Russell: Gaza is a "hellscape for children"
UNICEF executive director Catherine Russell tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the malnutrition, hygiene and mental health for children in Gaza is "all terrible," adding that it's a "hellscape for children."
Face the Nation: Tillis, Tyab, Russel
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on... the damage caused by hurricane Helene, children in Gaza and Iran's response to Israel.
Kelly: "Huge amount of misinformation" on election
In the wake of the Department of Justice warning that Russians are using immigration as a wedge issue for American voters, Sen. Mark Kelly tells "Face the Nation" with Margaret Brennan that "we need to do a better job getting the message out there that there is a huge amount of misinformation" as Election Day approaches.