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A financial adviser in Georgia, Todd Burkhalter, has pleaded guilty in a Ponzi scheme that bilked more than 2,000 people out of $380 million, federal authorities say.
Wealth inequality in America just hit its widest gap in three decades.
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Trump touts policies aimed at promoting homeownership in Davos speech
President Trump said his plans for boosting home affordability are already helping, but stopped short of providing details.
Ryanair CEO on Elon Musk: "I suspect he's a bigger idiot than me"
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Why you might get a "peanut butter"-style pay raise in 2026
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These are the best places to work in 2026, according to Glassdoor
A car wash chain beat out bigger employers such as Google and Nvidia to take the top spot as the best place to work in 2026.
Trump's 10% credit card cap deadline is here. Will card companies comply?
President Trump called for a one-year 10% cap on credit card rates starting Jan. 20. Here's what credit card companies are doing.
Ford recalls some 119,000 vehicles due to engine block heater fire risk, NHTSA says
Ford is recalling roughly 119,000 vehicles because their engine block heaters have a defect that increases the risk of fire, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says.
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As many Americans head into 2026 with mounting money worries, reviewing your finances now could help put you on firmer footing next year.
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VP JD Vance to discuss "restoring law and order in Minnesota" in Thursday's visit
Vice President JD Vance will be in Minneapolis on Thursday for a roundtable with local leaders and community members amid the federal government's immigration crackdown in the state.
House aims to vote on final funding measures ahead of shutdown deadline
The House is aiming to vote Thursday on the remaining bills to fund the government as the deadline to avoid another shutdown nears.
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A hiker who kept climbing California's Mount Whitney after a fellow hiker turned around has been found dead, according to a volunteer group.
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Watch Live: Jack Smith testifies publicly for first time on Trump probes
Former special counsel Jack Smith, who oversaw two investigations into President Trump, is testifying publicly for the first time before the House Judiciary Committee.
Trump administration expects the economy to roar this year. Here's why.
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Trump administration expects the economy to roar this year. Here's why.
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House takes up latest war powers resolution to block Trump in Venezuela
The vote comes a week after the White House peeled off GOP support for a similar measure in the Senate.
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The House is aiming to vote Thursday on the remaining bills to fund the government as the deadline to avoid another shutdown nears.
What's in Trump's "ultimate long-term deal" on Greenland?
Trump dropped threats to seize Greenland by force and hit allies who oppose a U.S. takeover with tariffs, claiming a deal will give the U.S. what it needs.
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Watch Live: Jack Smith testifies publicly for first time on Trump probes
Former special counsel Jack Smith, who oversaw two investigations into President Trump, is testifying publicly for the first time before the House Judiciary Committee.
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U.S., Russia, Ukraine to hold first trilateral talks, Zelenskyy says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said representatives from Ukraine, Russia and the U.S. will meet in the United Arab Emirates this week.
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An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
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Study finds no link between Tylenol and autism
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House takes up latest war powers resolution to block Trump in Venezuela
The vote comes a week after the White House peeled off GOP support for a similar measure in the Senate.
What's in Trump's "ultimate long-term deal" on Greenland?
Trump dropped threats to seize Greenland by force and hit allies who oppose a U.S. takeover with tariffs, claiming a deal will give the U.S. what it needs.
Body of swimmer found months after vanishing during race
Five months after Nikolai Svechnikov went missing, authorities confirmed a body was found with "no head, no feet and no arms."
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U.S., Russia, Ukraine to hold first trilateral talks, Zelenskyy says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said representatives from Ukraine, Russia and the U.S. will meet in the United Arab Emirates this week.
Trump repeats false or exaggerated claims about Greenland as he pushes for U.S. ownership
President Trump has exaggerated threats to Greenland from Russia and China and downplayed the country's current defenses, according to local officials and experts on the Arctic.
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2026 Academy Award snubs and surprises: Who did Oscar leave out?
Among the names missing when the 98th Academy Award nominations were announced were Ariana Grande, George Clooney, Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, and anyone associated with "Wicked: For Good."
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Oscar nominations for 2026 announced. See the full list of nominees here.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
FCC says TV talk shows must offer equal time to political candidates
The FCC is warning that daytime talk shows and late-night programs must give equal time to opposing political candidates, taking aim at a genre of TV that has long drawn President Trump's ire.
Prince Harry says U.K. tabloid court battle is "not just about me"
Prince Harry struck a combative tone as he testified in his lawsuit against the Daily Mail's publisher.
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Tech leaders discuss future of AI in Davos
Tech leaders have taken the stage this week at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, to discuss how AI will impact jobs. Bloomberg News reporter Sarah Frier joins CBS News with more.
Nonprofit helps to cut down on screen time
On average, young people between the ages of 8 and 18 spend about 7.5 hours a day on their screens, not including school work. A growing nonprofit is trying to change that alarming trend. The Balance Project focuses on delaying the use of smartphones for kids and encouraging more time with friends and independent play outside. Meg Oliver shows how.
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.
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Palantir develops app to help ICE: 404 Media
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Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
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Former Uvalde school officer acquitted
Adrian Gonzales, a former Uvalde school police officer, was acquitted of 29 counts of child abandonment or endangerment over his response during the Robb Elementary School shooting in Texas. CBS News' Omar Villafranca reports.
Ex-DEA agent learns fate for aiding drug traffickers: "Little dark secret"
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Murders plummeted more than 20% in U.S. in 2025, study shows
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Suspect in murder of Ohio couple extradited
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Virgin Galactic is sending its first all-female crew to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
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NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
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Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
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Astronauts speak out after medical evacuation
The astronauts who were forced to evacuate the International Space Station after a medical concern arose are speaking out about the procedure. CBS News' Bill Harwood has more.
Former Uvalde school officer acquitted
Adrian Gonzales, a former Uvalde school police officer, was acquitted of 29 counts of child abandonment or endangerment over his response during the Robb Elementary School shooting in Texas. CBS News' Omar Villafranca reports.
Prince Harry testimony in tabloid case
Prince Harry is testifying in a lawsuit against the owner of two British tabloids, the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday. The newspapers' owner denies the allegations. Elizabeth Palmer reports on the emotional testimony.
Top Minnesota corrections officer slams DHS
As ICE raids have unfolded across the Twin Cities, the Trump administration has accused state leaders of protecting the "worst of the worst." Minnesota's top corrections official disputes the claim, saying, "it is fundamentally false. We cooperate with ICE and ICE detainers. We have as a matter of policy done that for a long, long time." Nicole Sganga reports.
Trump launches "Board of Peace"
While in Davos, Switzerland, for the World Economic Forum, President Trump officially launched his "Board of Peace," which is a new body to help resolve the conflict in Gaza. As of Thursday morning, 20 countries have signed on, but some U.S. allies have not. Ed O'Keefe reports.