U.S. offers Arizona-size chunk of Gulf of Mexico for drilling
Energy companies offered a combined $263 million in bids to develop parcels that could produce fossil fuels for decades.
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Cost of an Ivy League education nearing $90,000 per year
Small liberal arts colleges are also exceeding $80,000 annually, prompting some parents to question their value.
How one retired exec helped change a Ukrainian soldier's life
Helping Vladyslav Orlov recover from his wounds "is unparalleled to anything I have ever done in my life," Gary Wasserson said.
Is your state tax-friendly? Here are the most and least taxed.
Differences in local tax rates across the U.S. can add up for those who live in certain states.
U.S. home prices are falling in the West but rising in the East
Home values in Seattle fell 7.5% last month but rose 8.3% in Buffalo, New York, a new report shows.
Howard Schultz says Starbucks "unequivocally has not broken the law" at union-busting hearing
Sen. Bernie Sanders wants to know why no Starbucks stores have a union contract while nonunionized stores get raises and perks.
Adidas won't challenge Black Lives Matter over trademark
Sportswear company previously claimed that BLM's three-stripe design too closely resembled its own iconic logo.
Elon Musk joins hundreds calling for a pause on AI development
"Contemporary AI systems are now becoming human-competitive at general tasks," reads the open letter. "Should we develop nonhuman minds that might eventually outnumber, outsmart, obsolete and replace us?"
Startup makes giant meatball out of lab-grown mammoth meat
Researchers said mammoth genes were inserted into a sheep cell.
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What can you use a home equity loan for?
Thinking of getting a home equity loan? Keep these things in mind to use the funds as wisely as possible.
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Pet insurance can be valuable at many stages of your pet's life but there is an optimal time to purchase a policy.
3 ways to use a high-yield savings account
You can use a high-yield savings account for anything. But you'll get the most out of it by using it these ways.
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How your ex could boost your Social Security benefits
Divorced people can often collect benefits under the federal retirement program based on their ex-spouse's work history.
Difficult economy and loneliness forces some retirees to move in with family
An estimated 60 million Americans live in households with two or more adult generations, according to numbers from the Pew Research Center.
One way to fix Social Security? "Smash the cap"
Eliminating or lifting the tax cap would help stabilize Social Security, while also being fairer to most Americans, experts say.
Millions of Americans nearing retirement age with no savings
According to U.S. Census Bureau data, 50% of women and 47% of men between the ages of 55 and 66 have no retirement savings.
The importance of preparing emotionally for retirement
Retirement is a seismic life change that can impact mental health, with one study suggesting it increases the likelihood of depression.
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Apple introduces way to split payments in Apple Pay
Tech giant will also offer "buy now, pay later" loans of up to $1,000 that can be used to make Apple Pay purchases.
With Congress closer to banning TikTok, app's future is murky
The future of the popular mobile app, used by 150 million Americans, has never been more uncertain. Here's what to know.
Scammers are using AI voice cloning tools to dupe victims
One expert said he doesn't even answer unknown callers anymore and uses a code word with family members.
Twitter's press email is automatically "pooping" on the media
Under Elon Musk, who has accused journalists of bias, Twitter no longer makes an effort to answer journalists' questions.
Lawsuits against Twitter allege millions in unpaid expenses
Landlords, vendors and others have filed cases against the social media giant, where CEO Musk is trying to cut expenses.
Yahoo plans to cut 20% of its workers as tech layoffs pile up
Tech companies have cut more than 60,000 jobs in the past month alone, reversing a hiring spree during the pandemic.
Here's how people in 3 different industries use ChatGPT for work
ChatGPT has already become an integral part of how many workers do their jobs in real estate, finance and more.
Here are the latest tech layoffs as the industry shudders
Tech companies large and small are slashing their payrolls, fearing a recession is on the way. Here's a running list.
Microsoft unveils search engine with ChatGPT-like functions
Tech giant is building artificial intelligence directly into Bing, CEO Satya Nadella tells "CBS Mornings."
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Jill Biden visits Nashville for candlelight vigil
"Our police officers have cried and are crying with Nashville and the world," police chief John Drake said at the vigil.
Pope Francis to be hospitalized for several days, Vatican says
A Vatican spokesman said the pope does not have COVID-19, but requires several days of therapy.
Paul blocks Hawley's attempt to fast-track bill banning TikTok
Sen. Rand Paul opposes a TikTok ban, arguing it would violate the First Amendment.
Howard Schultz: Starbucks "unequivocally" obeys labor laws
Sen. Bernie Sanders wants to know why no Starbucks stores have a union contract while nonunionized stores get raises and perks.
Pence visits Iowa amid looming decision about 2024 bid
"It is an open field," said the CEO of a social conservative organization in Iowa.
FDA approves overdose-reversing Narcan for over-the-counter sale
In the 12-month period ending in Oct. 2022, the United States recorded 101,750 overdose deaths, primarily from opioids.
Fetterman to return to Senate in mid-April
Fetterman has been undergoing treatment for clinical depression since mid-February.
7 California officers charged with manslaughter in 2020 traffic stop death
A sergeant's bodycam video showed Edward Bronstein screaming "I can't breathe" while multiple officers restrained him during the arrest.
Fiona, Ian being retired as hurricane names after deadly storms
In the future, Ian's former spot will be replaced with Idris and Fiona will be replaced with Farrah, WMO announced.
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Truck theft suspect fatally shot by owner who tracked him using AirTag, police say
"If you are to get your vehicle stolen, I know it's frustrating, but please do not take matters in your own hands like this," a police spokesperson said.
7 California officers charged with manslaughter in 2020 traffic stop death
A sergeant's bodycam video showed Edward Bronstein screaming "I can't breathe" while multiple officers restrained him during the arrest.
Flag football moves one step closer to becoming an Olympic sport
For years, the NFL has been pushing for flag football, which is played as a five-on-five non-contact sport, to be included as an Olympic event in order to grow interest in the game worldwide.
Internal affairs investigation of officer in Idaho murders case disclosed
The investigation was disclosed as "potential Brady/Giglio material," the court filings said.
Boeing's Starliner faces another launch slip, this time to late-July
Boeing had hoped to launch its first crew to the International Space Station in 2020, but major softwar problems in 2019 delayed test flights.
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Paul blocks Hawley's attempt to fast-track bill banning TikTok
Sen. Rand Paul opposes a TikTok ban, arguing it would violate the First Amendment.
U.S. offers Arizona-size chunk of Gulf of Mexico for drilling
Energy companies offered a combined $263 million in bids to develop parcels that could produce fossil fuels for decades.
Cost of an Ivy League education nearing $90,000 per year
Small liberal arts colleges are also exceeding $80,000 annually, prompting some parents to question their value.
Congress approves measure to reverse Biden's water protections
Congress on Wednesday approved a resolution to overturn the Biden administration's protections for thousands of small streams, wetlands and other waterways.
Adidas won't challenge Black Lives Matter over trademark
Sportswear company previously claimed that BLM's three-stripe design too closely resembled its own iconic logo.
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Paul blocks Hawley's attempt to fast-track bill banning TikTok
Sen. Rand Paul opposes a TikTok ban, arguing it would violate the First Amendment.
Fetterman to return to Senate in mid-April
Fetterman has been undergoing treatment for clinical depression since mid-February.
U.S. offers Arizona-size chunk of Gulf of Mexico for drilling
Energy companies offered a combined $263 million in bids to develop parcels that could produce fossil fuels for decades.
Kentucky GOP lawmakers override veto of bill targeting transgender youth
The bill bans access to gender-affirming health care for transgender youth and restricts the bathrooms they can use.
Congress approves measure to reverse Biden's water protections
Congress on Wednesday approved a resolution to overturn the Biden administration's protections for thousands of small streams, wetlands and other waterways.
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An ER's error lands a 4-year-old in collections — for care he didn't receive
A Florida woman tried to dispute an emergency room bill, but the hospital and collection agency refused to talk to her — because it was her child's name on the bill, not hers.
Long COVID remains an uphill battle for many Americans
Long COVID has affected millions of people globally.
How one retired exec helped change a Ukrainian soldier's life
Helping Vladyslav Orlov recover from his wounds "is unparalleled to anything I have ever done in my life," Gary Wasserson said.
Gender gap in concussion research leaves female athletes struggling
80% of sports concussion research has focused on men, possibly leaving women without the care they need.
Lawmakers move to crack down on veterinary sedative xylazine
A bipartisan group of senators and representatives introduced legislation that would classify xylazine as a Schedule III drug.
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FIFA removes Indonesia as host of Under-20 World Cup after protests over Israel
Israel qualified in June of last year for its first Under-20 World Cup.
Women's rights activist built cookware empire that pays tribute to her culture
"We wanted to build a brand that celebrated Eid and Ramadan and Nowruz as loudly as we celebrated Christmas and Easter and New Year's."
Paul Rusesabagina, "Hotel Rwanda" hero, arrives in U.S.
Rusesabagina arrived in Houston on Wednesday after being imprisoned in Rwanda for more than two years.
Fiona, Ian being retired as hurricane names after deadly storms
In the future, Ian's former spot will be replaced with Idris and Fiona will be replaced with Farrah, WMO announced.
Adidas won't challenge Black Lives Matter over trademark
Sportswear company previously claimed that BLM's three-stripe design too closely resembled its own iconic logo.
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King Charles III visits Germany on first foreign trip as Britain's monarch
The new king was meant to have started his tour to bolster U.K.-EU ties in France, but that part of the trip had to be scrapped.
Melissa Joan Hart says she helped children "trying to escape" Nashville shooting
"We helped a class of kindergartners across a busy highway that were climbing out of the woods, that were trying to escape the shooter situation," she said.
Lena Waithe on new film "A Thousand and One"
The film "A Thousand and One" won a grand jury prize at the Sundance Film Festival. The film's star Teyana Taylor and producer Lena Waithe join "CBS Mornings" to discuss Taylor's star-making performance, the film's perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes and the importance of celebrating Black motherhood.
Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
The case could hinge on who the jury believes was the "downhill" skier, according to legal experts.
Prince Harry returns to U.K. for surprise court appearance in privacy case
U.K. media outlets said Harry was not expected to see his father or his older brother William, the heir to the throne, during his visit to the U.K. this week.
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Boeing's Starliner faces another launch slip, this time to late-July
Boeing had hoped to launch its first crew to the International Space Station in 2020, but major softwar problems in 2019 delayed test flights.
Musk, Wozniak call for pause in AI development
Tesla founder Elon Musk and Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak joined hundreds of others who signed an open letter calling for a pause in the development of artificial intelligence technology in order to take time to study the risks associated with it.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
Paul blocks Hawley's attempt to fast-track bill banning TikTok
Sen. Rand Paul opposes a TikTok ban, arguing it would violate the First Amendment.
Elon Musk joins hundreds calling for a pause on AI development
"Contemporary AI systems are now becoming human-competitive at general tasks," reads the open letter. "Should we develop nonhuman minds that might eventually outnumber, outsmart, obsolete and replace us?"
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Study: Warming climate could spawn more storms
Storms like the one that tore through Mississippi last week, killing several dozen people, could become more common due to climate change, according to a new study. Atmospheric scientist Dr. Walker Ashley, a professor at Northern Illinois University, and one of the study's lead authors, joins CBS News' John Dickerson on "Prime Time" about what these findings could mean.
Fiona, Ian being retired as hurricane names after deadly storms
In the future, Ian's former spot will be replaced with Idris and Fiona will be replaced with Farrah, WMO announced.
Lab-grown mammoth meatball unveiled
A lab-grown meatball made using the genetic information of the extinct woolly mammoth was unveiled at a science museum in the Netherlands this week.
How finding awe could help your health
Finding joy doesn't need to come from large trips. Some of the best adventure is right in our backyards. Dacher Keltner, UC Berkeley professor and author of "Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life," joins CBS News to discuss the science of awe-inspiring experiences.
Recent cosmic explosion likely the "brightest of all time," NASA says
The signal from this burst, experts found, had been traveling for about 1.9 billion years before reaching Earth.
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Truck theft suspect fatally shot by owner who tracked him using AirTag, police say
"If you are to get your vehicle stolen, I know it's frustrating, but please do not take matters in your own hands like this," a police spokesperson said.
7 California officers charged with manslaughter in 2020 traffic stop death
A sergeant's bodycam video showed Edward Bronstein screaming "I can't breathe" while multiple officers restrained him during the arrest.
Internal affairs investigation of officer in Idaho murders case disclosed
The investigation was disclosed as "potential Brady/Giglio material," the court filings said.
33 swimmers accused of harassing dolphins
Drone video appears to show 33 swimmers chasing and harassing a pod of dolphins off Hawaii's Big Island this past weekend. The swimmers are under investigation by Hawaiian authorities.
Swimmers accused of harassing dolphins
Dozens of swimmers are under investigation for allegedly harassing a pod of wild dolphins near Hawaii's Big Island, authorities said.
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Boeing's Starliner faces another launch slip, this time to late-July
Boeing had hoped to launch its first crew to the International Space Station in 2020, but major softwar problems in 2019 delayed test flights.
Recent cosmic explosion likely the "brightest of all time," NASA says
The signal from this burst, experts found, had been traveling for about 1.9 billion years before reaching Earth.
Five planets aligning in the sky this week
Five planets will be lining up in the sky in March and experts say the last Tuesday of the month will be the best night to see it. Senior CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood joins Errol Barnett and Lilia Luciano with more.
Time lapse video shows large asteroid's "very close" flyby of Earth
The airplane-sized asteroid passed by last week on a track that placed it between the Earth and moon's orbits, which is relatively rare.
New Shepard launch abort blamed on engine nozzle failure, Blue Origin says
Blue Origin says fixes are being implemented and New Shepard sub-orbital flights will resume "soon."
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Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
Rare photos from the 1976 Chowchilla bus kidnapping
A look inside the truck trailer where 26 abducted school children and their bus driver were buried alive -- and later escaped.
World News Roundup's 85th anniversary
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FDA approves Narcan for over-the-counter sales
The FDA on Wednesday approved Narcan, a nasal spray that helps reverse opioid overdoses, for over-the-counter sales without a prescription. New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan joins CBS News to discuss how this could help curb opioid deaths.
Study: Warming climate could spawn more storms
Storms like the one that tore through Mississippi last week, killing several dozen people, could become more common due to climate change, according to a new study. Atmospheric scientist Dr. Walker Ashley, a professor at Northern Illinois University, and one of the study's lead authors, joins CBS News' John Dickerson on "Prime Time" about what these findings could mean.
CHP officers and nurse charged with involuntary manslaughter for 2020 death
A California Highway Patrol sergeant and six CHP officers have been charged with involuntary manslaughter and assault under the color of authority. The video allegedly depicts a group of officers kneeling on Edward Bronstein's back. Jasmine Viel reports.
Olympian Briana Scurry on concussion disparity
A CBS News Investigation points out more female athletes are experiencing concussions, but the research around head injuries largely focuses on men. Olympian Briana Scurry, author of the new book "My Greatest Save," joins John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss her own recovery from a 2010 concussion, and why female and male athletes get different attention despite the same injuries.
Storm to bring severe weather to much of the U.S.
An estimated 65 million people in 20 states are expected to experience severe weather later this week brought on by a powerful storm front. Meteorologist Chris Warren with The Weather Channel has the forecast.