3.2 million Americans have become "climate migrants," study finds
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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.
Lawsuits take aim at use of AI tools by health insurance companies
Class-action suits allege faulty algorithms are behind rise in wrongful rejections of necessary care for elderly beneficiaries.
Ivy League consulting can cost up to $750,000 — and start in middle school
High-end consultants are helping the children of wealthy families polish their applications — and the work begins in middle school.
BP suspends all oil shipments through the Red Sea as attacks escalate
Oil prices jumped on Monday after the energy giant said it would pause transits through the Red Sea amid a surge in attacks along the key maritime route.
Japanese steel company purchasing Pittsburgh-based U.S. Steel in deal worth nearly $15 billion
The company will keep its name and headquarters in Pittsburgh.
Southwest Airlines in $140 million deal with feds over debacle a year ago
The agreement includes a $35 million fine and stems from the nightmare last holiday season when Southwest canceled thousands of flights and stranded more than 2 million travelers.
New app seeks to end iPhone-Android text color bubble divide
Silicon Valley entrepreneur Eric Migicovsky co-founded "Beeper Mini" to try to bridge the technological and social gaps between iPhone and Android users.
What is Rudy Giuliani's net worth in 2023?
Giuliani was once worth more than $50 million, but his attorney has argued the defamation case "will be the end" of him financially.
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Do I need long-term care insurance in my 40s?
It may seem premature to buy long-term care insurance in your 40s, but that move can help safeguard your finances.
3 things to do before the first Fed meeting of 2024
The Fed meets again in January for the first meeting of 2024. Here are the moves to make before that happens.
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You're probably planning for retirement wrong. Here's why.
Only about 1 in 10 Americans understands the basics of longevity, or how long they'll live in retirement. Can you pass the test?
Millions of older workers are nearing retirement with nothing saved
Over the next few years, the U.S. could see a surge in seniors living in poverty, one retirement expert predicts.
Here's how much money Americans think they need to retire comfortably
The gap between what people think they'll need for old age and their actual savings is massive, even for those nearing retirement.
Social Security's 2023 COLA was 8.7%. It may be stingier in 2024.
Seniors and other recipients of the Social Security program may get a cost-of-living adjustment of 3.1% next year, one forecast says.
Inflation is ruining Americans' efforts to save for retirement
Even a brief interruption in plan contributions can affect people's financial goals years down the road, experts say.
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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
More than 90 million consumers will scan a QR code this year. But the technology can also facilitate identity theft.
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
OpenAI co-founder Sam Altman says he's looking forward to returning to the company, with the support of Microsoft's CEO, to build the 2 companies' "strong partnership."
Elon Musk says X will donate ad, subscription revenue tied to Gaza war
Musk, who is under fire for supporting an antisemitic post, said the money will be donated to hospitals in Israel and to the Red Cross in Gaza.
Microsoft hires Sam Altman 3 days after OpenAI fired him as CEO
Altman landed at Microsoft, the biggest investor in OpenAI, as former Twitch leader Emmett Shear was named OpenAI's new chief executive.
Elon Musk endorses antisemitic post on X as "the actual truth"
Elon Musk, the world's richest person, said he agreed with an X post that claims that Jews are pushing "hatred against whites."
Okta's stock slumps after security company says it was hacked
Shares of the security software maker, which protects some of the world's biggest companies, fell after it said a customer tool was compromised.
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See inside the biggest Hamas tunnel Israel says it has found in Gaza
Israeli forces say the biggest tunnel they've ever discovered, just 500 yards inside Gaza, reflects the challenges of hunting Hamas without harming hostages.
Jonathan Majors found guilty on 2 charges in domestic assault trial
Majors was charged with assaulting and harassing his then-girlfriend Grace Jabbari back on March 25 inside an SUV in Manhattan.
Pope approves blessings for same-sex couples under certain conditions
Pope Francis has formally approved allowing priests to bless same-sex couples.
Ziwe asks George Santos, "What can we do to get you to go away?"
During the interview with comedian Ziwe, Santos showed off his Hermès bracelet and Ferragamo shoes.
YouTuber Ruby Franke pleads guilty to 4 counts of child abuse
Ruby Franke, an influential YouTuber, was arrested in Utah in late August after her malnourished son ran to a neighbor's house asking for food and water, authorities said.
House Democrats call on Clarence Thomas to recuse from Trump 2020 election case
Eight House Democrats told Thomas he should recuse from the case involving whether Trump has immunity from federal prosecution for alleged crimes committed while in office.
3.2 million Americans have become "climate migrants," study finds
Communities across the U.S. are facing greater risks from extreme weather. Some are already seeing their population shrink.
Eric Montross, former UNC basketball star, dies at 52
Eric Montross had been diagnosed with cancer in March, leading to him stepping away from his duties as a radio analyst for UNC game broadcasts.
FDA database that tracks heart device harms may miss red flags, experts warn
The HeartMate 3 is considered the safest mechanical heart pump of its kind, but a federal database contains more than 4,500 reports in which it may have caused or contributed to a patient's death.
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Passport wait times back to normal, State Department says
In 2021, the wait time for a passport was up to 18 weeks. Now, officials said applications will be processed within 6-8 weeks for routine service.
Princess Diana's velvet dress sells for record $1.1 million at auction
The black and blue evening dress, worn by Princess Diana on at least two public occasions, was auctioned off for $1,143,000, a record sum for one of Diana's gowns.
Trump blasted for saying immigrants are "poisoning the blood of our country"
"They're poisoning the blood of our country," former President Trump said of undocumented migrants at a rally in Durham, New Hampshire, Saturday.
3.2 million Americans have become "climate migrants," study finds
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Lawsuits take aim at use of AI tools by health insurance companies
Class-action suits allege faulty algorithms are behind rise in wrongful rejections of necessary care for elderly beneficiaries.
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3.2 million Americans have become "climate migrants," study finds
Communities across the U.S. are facing greater risks from extreme weather. Some are already seeing their population shrink.
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Jimmy Lai, media mogul who challenged China, goes on trial in Hong Kong
Former Hong Kong media magnate Jimmy Lai dared for years to demand free speech from China's government. 3 years after his arrest, he's facing a possible life sentence.
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.
New app seeks to end iPhone-Android text color bubble divide
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Ziwe asks George Santos, "What can we do to get you to go away?"
During the interview with comedian Ziwe, Santos showed off his Hermès bracelet and Ferragamo shoes.
Passport wait times back to normal, State Department says
In 2021, the wait time for a passport was up to 18 weeks. Now, officials said applications will be processed within 6-8 weeks for routine service.
Trump blasted for saying immigrants are "poisoning the blood of our country"
"They're poisoning the blood of our country," former President Trump said of undocumented migrants at a rally in Durham, New Hampshire, Saturday.
Defense secretary to hold meeting on Houthi attacks on commercial ships
In over a dozen incidents in the Red Sea since October, U.S. ships have either shot down drones or missiles or have had to come to the aid of ships targeted by the Houthis.
House Democrats call on Clarence Thomas to recuse from Trump 2020 election case
Eight House Democrats told Thomas he should recuse from the case involving whether Trump has immunity from federal prosecution for alleged crimes committed while in office.
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FDA database that tracks heart device harms may miss red flags, experts warn
The HeartMate 3 is considered the safest mechanical heart pump of its kind, but a federal database contains more than 4,500 reports in which it may have caused or contributed to a patient's death.
What is ketamine? A doctor explains the drug involved in Matthew Perry's death
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WeightWatchers launches program for weight-loss drug users
WeightWatchers program aims to help members maintain healthy habits while taking anti-obesity drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy.
SmileDirectClub customers stuck as company closes: "I still have to pay"
SmileDirectClub, the at-home, do-it-yourself orthodontic service that ceased operations over the weekend, is leaving customers with bills but no treatment.
COVID and flu surge could strain hospitals as JN.1 variant grows, CDC warns
"COVID-19 hospitalizations are rising quickly," the CDC said, and the new variant JN.1 is making up an increasing share of cases.
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"Humblest Christmas tree in the world" sells for thousands at auction
One of the earliest mass-produced artificial Christmas trees, originally purchased for pennies in 1920, sold for an astonishing £3,400, or $4296.13, at auction on Friday.
Russia ramps up Arctic military presence as Ukraine war nears 2-year mark
Norway's Svalbard Archipelago, deep inside the Arctic Circle, has become a focal point of the tension between Russia and America's NATO allies.
Defense secretary to hold meeting on Houthi attacks on commercial ships
In over a dozen incidents in the Red Sea since October, U.S. ships have either shot down drones or missiles or have had to come to the aid of ships targeted by the Houthis.
Jimmy Lai, media mogul who challenged China, goes on trial in Hong Kong
Former Hong Kong media magnate Jimmy Lai dared for years to demand free speech from China's government. 3 years after his arrest, he's facing a possible life sentence.
Vase bought at Goodwill for $3.99 auctioned for $107,100
A rare vase by Italian architect Carlo Scarpa recently sold at auction for $107,100 — even though it went for just $3.99 at Goodwill.
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Ziwe asks George Santos, "What can we do to get you to go away?"
During the interview with comedian Ziwe, Santos showed off his Hermès bracelet and Ferragamo shoes.
Jonathan Majors found guilty on 2 charges in domestic assault trial
Majors faces up to a year in prison after he was charged with assaulting his now ex-girlfriend in Manhattan on March 25.
Dionne Warwick on her "first standing ovation" and her lasting legacy
The six-time Grammy-winner talks about being a musical pioneer and corralling her superstar friends to record a charity single for AIDS research.
Dionne Warwick on her music and legacy
Six-time Grammy winner Dionne Warwick is among this year's class of Kennedy Center Honorees. CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers met Warwick at her childhood elementary school in New Jersey, which is now named after her, to discuss her decades-long musical career, philanthropy and lasting legacy.
Naiomi Glasses on weaving together Native American art, skateboarding and Ralph Lauren
At 26, the Navajo artist is passing down generations of a rich Native American tradition of weaving through her collaboration with Ralph Lauren, by becoming the fashion house's first artist-in-residence.
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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.
New app seeks to end iPhone-Android text color bubble divide
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New app brings iMessage to Android
A new app called "Beeper Mini" allows Android phones to text iPhones with the blue iMessage bubble that had been exclusive to Apple devices. Jo Ling Kent interviewed the 16-year-old tech wizard who helped reverse engineer Apple's iMessage service to create the app.
Why is gaming convention E3 shutting down?
After more than 20 years, what was once the largest video game convention in the country is shutting down for good. Reporter Gene Park, who covers video games for the Washington Post, joins CBS News to discuss the likely factors behind the decision.
ChatGPT on Kevin McCarthy endorsing Trump
As former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy leaves Congress, he has some new aspirations involving artificial intelligence — but what does AI think? CBS News chief political analyst John Dickerson asked one platform to weigh in.
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Tyrannosaurus fossil found with final meals in its stomach
A tyrannosaurus fossil is helping scientists learn more about the giant carnivore's diet — because for the first time its last meals were found embedded in the fossil.
Ancient "curse tablet" targeting unlucky pair unearthed in Germany
Archaeologists believe the 15th-century tablet is inscribed with satanic summons targeting a specific woman and man.
Los Angeles County's shift to local water
Los Angeles County has adopted its first plan to move the region away from relying on imported water. Mark Pestrella, the director of the Los Angeles County Public Works, joins CBS News with details on the shift.
"Rarely seen" killer whales seen hunting sea lions off California coast
The whales hunted sea lions, the Monterey Bay Whale Watch said, before traveling northwest.
Radar data helps scientists estimate weight of the world's biggest iceberg
Scientists say they've figured out how much A23a, the world's biggest iceberg, weighs - and it's a whopper.
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Jonathan Majors found guilty on 2 charges in domestic assault trial
Majors faces up to a year in prison after he was charged with assaulting his now ex-girlfriend in Manhattan on March 25.
Bomb threats at temples, Jewish institutions
Several Jewish institutions were targeted with bomb threats over the weekend and one man was arrested for spraying an unknown substance at people and shouting an antisemitic phrase at a synagogue in Washington, D.C. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga has more.
Michigan mother found guilty of murder in starvation death of teen son
The jury deliberated just over an hour before convicting Shanda Vander Ark in the 2022 death of Timothy Ferguson.
YouTube mom charged with abuse to enter plea deal
Utah YouTuber Ruby Franke is expected to enter a plea deal on pending child abuse charges. According to her attorneys, Franke wants a quick resolution to the case and seeks "personal growth and rehabilitation" with her family. Elise Preston reports.
At least 12 killed in mass shooting at Christmas party in Mexico
The victims were young people participating in a religious gathering to celebrate aspects of the story of Christmas, a foundation said.
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NASA rover unravels history of massive, 22-mile wide lake on Mars
Perseverance, which landed on Mars in 2021, has been exploring the planet for signs of ancient life.
SpaceX delays Falcon Heavy launch to put military spaceplane in orbit
SpaceX tentatively plans to make another attempt to launch a Falcon Heavy rocket and a less-powerful Falcon 9 on Tuesday.
First tomato ever grown in space, lost 8 months ago, found by astronauts
Astronauts in the International Space Station said they found the rogue fruit, dispelling claims that astronaut Frank Rubio ate it.
Bright star will vanish in one-of-a-kind eclipse. Here's how to watch it.
Betelgeuse, one of the biggest and brightest stars in the night sky, will momentarily vanish as an asteroid passes in front of it to produce a one-of-a-kind eclipse.
Russian cargo ship docks at International Space Station
A guidance system problem during final approach prompted two space station cosmonauts to take over by remote control.
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Becky Bliefnick texted about fear of her estranged husband
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U.S., Israeli defense heads speak to press
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin reiterated America's support for Israel during a joint news conference Monday with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. Israel is under worldwide pressure to do more to minimize civilian deaths in Gaza amid its war with Hamas.
YouTube mom charged with abuse to enter plea deal
Utah YouTuber Ruby Franke is expected to enter a plea deal on pending child abuse charges. According to her attorneys, Franke wants a quick resolution to the case and seeks "personal growth and rehabilitation" with her family. Elise Preston reports.
Cold and flu versions of long-COVID?
New research shows there could be potential long-term impacts of routine viral illnesses like the common cold or the flu, similar to long-COVID. Dr. Susannah Hills, a pediatric airway surgeon and professor at Columbia University Medical Center, joined CBS News to discuss what's known about these long-lasting illnesses.
Haley closing gap with Trump in New Hampshire
A new CBS News poll shows former Ambassador to the U.N. Nikki Haley gaining ground among New Hampshire's likely Republican primary voters as the alternative candidate to former President Donald Trump. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe is following the latest.
Secretary Austin urges two-state solution
During a trip to the Middle East, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said Monday a two-state solution is in the interest of Israelis and Palestinians. Military analyst Mike Lyons, a retired major in the U.S. Army, joins CBS News to discuss.