Uber glitch overcharges customers 100 times their fares
One passenger complained she was charged $1,308 on her credit card instead of $13.08, prompting a fraud alert
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FaceApp sparks myths and privacy fears. Here's where your photos go
Consumers flocked to the app to get a glimpse of their older selves, but fears are growing over its privacy policy
Boss earning $164K fired disabled workers after min wage hike
Regional arm of nonprofit known for its thrift stores forced to backtrack after firestorm of criticism
Netflix stock tanks after U.S. subscriber count falls
Is the rocket ride over for one of Wall Street's best-performing stocks of the past decade?
Data show "tsunami" of opioids across U.S. as death toll rose
Pharmaceutical firms shipped 76 billion oxycodone and other pills to drugstores as opioid epidemic was worsening
Chasing El Chapo cost U.S. a fortune. Was it money well spent?
A look at the some of the millions and even billions associated with bringing Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman to justice
Drugstore chain CVS developing home kidney dialysis device
Drugstore chain starts trials of machine that could change life for millions of patients and upend a $35 billion market
Scientists say spending habits can predict personality traits
If you are what you spend, your habits may reveal whether you're neurotic, agreeable or extroverted, study finds
Opioid shipments ballooned as an addiction crisis grew, DEA data shows
Federal data shows drug companies distributed 8.4 billion opioid pills to pharmacies from 2006 to 2012, a 50% jump
EU: Amazon may unfairly use third-party sellers' data
Antitrust probe asks if the online giant gains a marketplace edge by using info gleaned from independent sellers
As cars get smarter, drivers get dumber
Advanced automotive safety technologies like adaptive cruise control tend to make drivers more irresponsible
NRC mulls cutting back on inspections at nuclear reactors
A divided staff at the agency is recommending the cost-cutting move pushed by the industry but denounced by foes as a public safety threat
Jeff Bezos and Caroline Kennedy on the future of space exploration
Bezos and Kennedy sat down with "CBS Evening News" anchor Norah O'Donnell ahead of the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11
Pearson ditches print textbooks for college students in digital-first strategy
The British education publisher already gets 62% of its revenue from online products and is pushing for more
Senators slam Facebook's cryptocurrency plans
Politicians accused Facebook of "playing with matches," suggesting it would use Libra as another data-collection tool
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Trump's attacks on congresswomen energize his supporters: "Bag of idiots"
The rally was a chance to test how his controversial approach is resonating with supporters. They were with him all the way.
Jon Stewart rips 9/11 bill "no" vote as another first responder dies
"Pardon me if I'm not impressed in any way by Rand Paul's fiscal responsibility virtue signaling, Stewart said of Paul's block
Ilhan Omar responds to "send her back" chants at Trump rally
"You may kill me with your hatefulness, But still, like air, I'll rise," Omar tweeted
Acting defense secretary testifies on border conditions
Acting DHS Secretary Kevin McAleenan is testifying before the House Oversight Committee about detention centers at the border
Man shouting "You die" kills 33 at Japan anime studio
Japanese officials say suspect entered Kyoto Animation studios and doused it with accelerant; many staff couldn't escape the smoke and flames
Puerto Rico protests turn violent amid claims of corruption
Tens of thousands of people took to the streets calling for Gov. Ricardo Rosselló's resignation
Iran says it has seized foreign oil tanker and crew
Iran's Revolutionary Guard impounded tanker with crew of 12 that it accuses of smuggling oil, Iranian state TV reports
Judge who spared rape suspect due to "good family" ousted
New Jersey's Supreme Court takes action against two judges who have faced criticism over their comments in cases involving sexual assault
Inside America's largest migrant processing facility
One woman, who is there with her young son, explained how she crossed into the U.S. illegally in search of a safer and better life.
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Nomadness Travel Tribe creates safe space for black travelers
Nomadness Travel Tribe is the New Age, international roadmap for African-American travelers
A medical diagnosis leads to an innovative fashion design
Emily Levy launched Mighty Well after she discovered there was no practical medical product to protect her catheter
He wants to end "energy poverty" around the globe
More than 1 billion people worldwide don't have access to electricity. Henry Louie wants to change that with microgrids.
An online art gallery that strips art world of its pretense
Tze Chun's Uprise Art is turning the art-buying experience on its head, cultivating a new generation of collectors
Pearl Street Caviar aims to popularize pricey delicacy
Craig Page is working to change caviar's image and cost as a food for the 1% so it it can be enjoyed by the 99%
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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)
The rules for hardship withdrawals are strict and the costs of taking money from your future retirement can be sky-high
What to do in your 20s and 30s to be set in your 60s and 70s
Millennials take note: The key to retiring on time is starting to save money early. Follow this advice from experts
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Trump's attacks on congresswomen energize his supporters: "Bag of idiots"
The rally was a chance to test how his controversial approach is resonating with supporters. They were with him all the way.
Dad who drove his kids off L.A. pier charged with murder
Ali Elmezayen faces two counts of murder and one count of attempted murder and also was charged with fraud
Acting defense secretary testifies on border conditions at House panel
Acting DHS Secretary Kevin McAleenan is testifying before the House Oversight Committee about detention centers at the border
Ilhan Omar responds to "send her back" chants at Trump rally
"You may kill me with your hatefulness, But still, like air, I'll rise," Omar tweeted
Uber glitch overcharges customers 100 times their fares
One passenger complained she was charged $1,308 on her credit card instead of $13.08, prompting a fraud alert
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Trump's attacks on congresswomen energize his supporters: "Bag of idiots"
The rally was a chance to test how his controversial approach is resonating with supporters. They were with him all the way.
Acting defense secretary testifies on border conditions at House panel
Acting DHS Secretary Kevin McAleenan is testifying before the House Oversight Committee about detention centers at the border
Jon Stewart rips block of 9/11 bill as another first responder dies
"Pardon me if I'm not impressed in any way by Rand Paul's fiscal responsibility virtue signaling, Stewart said of Paul's block
Top Democrat urges FBI to investigate "troubling" FaceApp
Schumer suggested that the Russian-developed app could be the latest wave of Russia's counterintelligence campaign against the U.S.
The fight for transgender voices in 2020
The race for 2020 is looking more inclusive with a growing wave of transgender people seeking office
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Iran says it has seized foreign oil tanker and crew
Iran's Revolutionary Guard impounded tanker with crew of 12 that it accuses of smuggling oil, Iranian state TV reports
Puerto Rico protests turn violent amid claims of corruption
Tens of thousands of people took to the streets calling for Gov. Ricardo Rosselló's resignation
Can post-Brexit Britain count on a helping hand from Donald Trump?
If the U.K.'s divorce from the EU is messy, Britain's next leader might need help from a long-time ally, but nothing is certain in the era of Trump
Man shouting "You die!" sets fire to anime studio, killing 33
Japanese officials say suspect entered Kyoto Animation studios and doused it with accelerant; many staff couldn't escape the smoke and flames
Gwendoline Christie submitted herself for an Emmy nomination
Once again the star showed that we all should bend the knee to Ser Brienne of Tarth, a Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
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Gwendoline Christie submitted herself for an Emmy nomination
Once again the star showed that we all should bend the knee to Ser Brienne of Tarth, a Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
Harry Styles to star in "The Little Mermaid," report says
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Lil Nas X raids Area 51 in new "Old Town Road" music video
The U.S. Air Force, which conducts tests and trains combat aircraft there, said the event could be "dangerous"
Meek Mill's lawyers request new trial
Lawyers for rapper Meek Mill say they are confident his 2008 drug and weapons conviction will be overturned, after attorneys on both sides requested a new trial. During a hearing Tuesday, Mill’s lawyers cited credibility concerns about Reginald Graham, the officer who testified against him. They also accuse the presiding judge of being biased against Mill, which she denies.
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Uber glitch overcharges customers 100 times their fares
One passenger complained she was charged $1,308 on her credit card instead of $13.08, prompting a fraud alert
FaceApp sparks myths and privacy fears. Here's where your photos go
Consumers flocked to the app to get a glimpse of their older selves, but fears are growing over its privacy policy
DNC warns 2020 Democratic campaigns to avoid Russian-made FaceApp
Artificial face-aging app has exploded in popularity, but given tech experts' concerns over privacy, DNC says "benefits of avoiding the app outweigh the risks"
Netflix stock tanks after U.S. subscriber count falls
Is the rocket ride over for one of Wall Street's best-performing stocks of the past decade?
#FaceAppChallenge raises privacy concerns
FaceApp uses artificial intelligence technology to turn you into a senior citizen
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Wildfires could grow exponentially as climate warms
Drier conditions are a key factor behind the biggest wildfires, and researchers say we're likely to see more in the future
Lunar eclipse on 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 launch
The lunar spectacle falls on the same date when, five decades earlier, Apollo 11 began its voyage to the moon
Meet the women behind NASA's historic moon landing
Poppy Northcutt, Joann Morgan and Margaret Hamilton were critical to the success of the Apollo 11 mission
How much did it cost to land on the moon?
The United States spent some $288 billion, in inflation-adjusted dollars, to reach the moon
SpaceX identifies cause of Crew Dragon explosion
The company has been searching for the cause of a catastrophic explosion that destroyed an unmanned Crew Dragon spacecraft in April
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Ebola outbreak in Congo declared a global health emergency
The virus spread this week to a city of two million people
Data show "tsunami" of opioids across U.S. as death toll rose
Pharmaceutical firms shipped 76 billion oxycodone and other pills to drugstores as opioid epidemic was worsening
Drugstore chain CVS developing home kidney dialysis device
Drugstore chain starts trials of machine that could change life for millions of patients and upend a $35 billion market
Opioid shipments ballooned as an addiction crisis grew, DEA data shows
Federal data shows drug companies distributed 8.4 billion opioid pills to pharmacies from 2006 to 2012, a 50% jump
Planned Parenthood ousts president amid organizational turmoil
The departure comes after months of conflict between Dr. Leana Wen and Planned Parenthood's board, sources told CBS News
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Uber glitch overcharges customers 100 times their fares
One passenger complained she was charged $1,308 on her credit card instead of $13.08, prompting a fraud alert
FaceApp sparks myths and privacy fears. Here's where your photos go
Consumers flocked to the app to get a glimpse of their older selves, but fears are growing over its privacy policy
Boss earning $164K fired disabled workers after min wage hike
Regional arm of nonprofit known for its thrift stores forced to backtrack after firestorm of criticism
Netflix stock tanks after U.S. subscriber count falls
Is the rocket ride over for one of Wall Street's best-performing stocks of the past decade?
Data show "tsunami" of opioids across U.S. as death toll rose
Pharmaceutical firms shipped 76 billion oxycodone and other pills to drugstores as opioid epidemic was worsening
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Dad who drove his kids off L.A. pier charged with murder
Ali Elmezayen faces two counts of murder and one count of attempted murder and also was charged with fraud
Why dropped charge doesn't exonerate Spacey
Prosecutors in Massachusetts dropped a charge of indecent assault against actor Kevin Spacey. This comes after Spacey's alleged victim refused to testify. The man's family say they're very disappointed with the prosecutors' decision. Jericka Duncan reports.
At least 23 presumed dead after Japan fire
At least 23 people are confirmed or presumed dead after a fire at a TV studio in Japan. Flames broke out inside the three-story building in Kyoto overnight, and nearly 40 people were hurt. Rescue crews are searching for people who are missing. Investigators are treating the fire as arson, and police say one man has been taken into custody for questioning.
Criminal charges dropped against actor Kevin Spacey
The actor had pleaded not guilty to a charge of indecent assault and battery
Sexual assault charges against Kevin Spacey dropped
Prosecutors in Massachusetts on Wednesday dropped charges against actor Kevin Spacey, who was accused of getting an 18-year-old man drunk and groping him at a Nantucket bar. Prosecutors say they are not moving forward because the accuser will not testify.
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NASA pleads for steady funding for moon mission
NASA's goal of landing astronauts on the moon in 2024 won't be possible without steady funding from Congress
"Man on the Moon:" The 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 landing
CBS New relives the momentous 1969 moon walk as told by two legends -- Apollo 11 commander Neil Armstrong and "CBS Evening News" anchor Walter Cronkite -- the man who made history and the man who reported it
"I'm speechless!": How CBS News covered Apollo 11
Walter Cronkite launched an unprecedented 46 hours of live television for the historic mission to the moon
50 Years Later: Apollo 11 on the "CBS This Morning" podcast
The podcast will travel back in time in the coming days to reflect on the historic launch and landing
Astronauts reflect on "inspirational" Apollo mission 50 years later
"They took on a challenge that was so huge, that they knew would alter the course of history"
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A look at the cult slayings that shocked – and scared – America
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Evidence from the scene of Pace University student DJ Henry’s fatal encounter with Officer Aaron Hess in Mount Pleasant, N.Y.
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50 photos to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing
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Sneak peek: Dead Ringer
A family man targeted for death lives to climb out of his own "grave." Who wanted him dead? "48 Hours" goes inside the sting that took down a hit man-for-hire scheme. Correspondent Peter Van Sant investigates Saturday, July 20 at 9/8c on CBS.
FaceApp raises privacy concerns
Privacy and security concerns are being raised about FaceApp, a popular app that makes users' faces look older. Democratic Party leaders are warning campaigns to avoid the Russian-made app. CBS News contributor Nick Thompson joined CBSN to discuss the app and what's actually at risk.
Dozens killed in animation studio fire
A man screaming "You die!" burst into an animation production studio in Kyoto, Japan, and set it on fire Thursday, authorities said, leaving at least 33 people confirmed dead, shocking anime fans in and outside Japan. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Families fight for 9/11 victims' fund
Another 9/11 first responder, former New York City firefighter Kevin Nolan, has died as families push for Congress to renew funding for the victims' compensation fund. CBSN New York's Jessica Layton reports.
Senate honors legendary Capitol Hill staffer
Despite the partisan divisions in Washington, we found one man working in Congress who has the support of both Republicans and Democrats. Bertie Bowman started working on Capitol Hill during WWII and he’s still on the job as the Senate’s senior staffer. Nancy Cordes reports.