A third of Americans will soon live in dangerously hot areas: study
Researchers project that more than 100 million people will soon live in regions where the heat index reaches 125 degrees.
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Home Run recalls 13K pounds of pizza after metal complaints
USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service concerned Chicago-style pies may still be in stores or in home freezers.
The Inflation Reduction Act may not lower inflation: analysis
A new analysis from the Penn Wharton Budget Model finds that wealthier taxpayers will bear the brunt of the impact.
Johnson & Johnson will stop selling talc-based baby powder globally
The move comes after thousands of lawsuits from women claiming use of the product gave them ovarian cancer.
OSHA opens second Amazon probe following two more worker deaths
In July, an Amazon warehouse worker died three days after falling from a 3-foot ladder and hitting his head.
Peloton to cut jobs, close stores and raise bike and treadmill prices
The beleaguered exercise-machine company said it's making the changes after "lower than forecasted" demand.
Whole Foods CEO: "Socialists are taking over"
John Mackey, who co-founded the grocery chain, is set to end his 44-year career at the company later this month.
Amazon launching TV show based on Ring security videos
Produced by Amazon-owned studio MGM, the show aims to follow the mold of "America's Funniest Home Videos."
China cuts interest rate to shore up slowing economy
"The momentum of economic recovery has slowed," a government spokesperson said.
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How much mortgage can you afford based on your salary, income and assets?
Before you can even start searching for a new home, you first need to zero in on your homebuying budget.
What is a Roth IRA, and how does it work?
Whether you're considering opening a Roth IRA or if you're already using one, it never hurts to understand how it can affect your overall retirement plans.
Your most frequently asked credit card questions, answered
Despite their popularity, credit cards can be confusing. We answer your most frequently asked questions to help you understand how credit cards work and maximize their value.
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New tax credits for EVs look generous — but they're complicated
While many EVs qualify for tax credits under inflation bill, no cars sold today likely would get the full $7,500 rebate.
Online prices fall for the first time in two years
Drop in online prices, driven by discounts on electronics and apparel, raises hopes inflation may be turning the corner.
Bankrupt company drops plan to rehire ex-CFO at $93K a month
Investors had panned the proposal while pleading for release of frozen funds: "I'm begging you," wrote one 72-year-old woman.
Amazon to buy Roomba vacuum maker iRobot for $1.7 billion
Robotic vacuum cleaner manufacturer will also lay off 10% of its workers as sales slump.
Want to cool off in a swimming pool? There's an app for that
Swimply lets private pool owners rent them by the hour, while helping people beat the heat.
Twitter posts quarterly loss ahead of Elon Musk legal fight
Fight with Musk taking a toll, but social media company sees nearly 17% gain in users from the previous year.
Apple slows hiring as tech industry tightens belt, report says
Other tech industry bellwethers are also trimming jobs as they brace for slower consumer spending.
Once-hot NFTs suddenly are not
Hype around nonfungible tokens is starting to fade, but some buyers say they have no regrets.
Amazon sues Facebook group administrators over fake reviews
Retail giant claims "bad actors" on Facebook are recruiting people to post phony reviews about products sold on Amazon.
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Graham must testify before Georgia grand jury investigating Trump, judge rules
Graham was ordered to appear as a witness on Aug. 23, but is expected to appeal the ruling.
Carolyn Maloney says "off the record," Biden is "not running"
The congresswoman made the comments during an on-the-record interview with the New York Times Editorial Board.
CDC tweaks monkeypox guidance over suspected human-to-dog transmission
Researchers studying two men who caught the virus in Paris said "symptom onset in both patients and, subsequently, in their dog suggest human-to-dog transmission."
Iran denies link with Salman Rushdie attacker, blames writer himself
"We do not consider anyone other than Salman Rushdie and his supporters worthy of blame and even condemnation," said a foreign ministry spokesman.
Anne Heche dies at 53 following Los Angeles car wreck
Heche got her start in a soap opera before starring in films and on TV, and made headlines for her relationship with comedian Ellen DeGeneres in the '90s.
Brittney Griner's defense team appeals Russia drug conviction
As the WNBA star's lawyers appeal her 9-year jail sentence, a Russian official has confirmed ongoing talks with the U.S. about a potential prisoner swap.
Afghans stare down a bleak future as Taliban marks one year in power
Women's freedoms have been erased, the economy is in a freefall, and a father tells CBS News that all he remembers on this anniversary is losing two sons.
Before Mar-a-Lago search, Trump lawyer claimed all classified docs removed
The government is investigating Trump for potential violation of three criminal statutes.
Driver crashes SUV into North Carolina restaurant, killing 2 brothers
The accident, which occurred Sunday morning at a Hardee's in the city of Wilson, is under investigation, according to police.
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Small business faces big challenges: Inflation and 18-hour days
"Would you be comfortable paying $36 for a hamburger? That's kind of what it's worth," says restaurant owner Jenna Petersiel.
For small businesses, looming recession brings uncertainty
But Jessica Johnson-Cope, CEO of a family-owned security services company, remains optimistic even as the U.S. economy darkens.
Want to cool off in a swimming pool? There's an app for that
Swimply lets private pool owners rent them by the hour, while helping people beat the heat.
How to use your car to earn cash without driving for a living
You don't have to work for Uber or Lyft to make money using your car. Instead, just wrap it in ads.
Optimism among small business owners at historic low amid inflation surge
Nationally, 85% of small businesses experienced financial challenges in the last year, according to the Small Business Credit Survey.
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Dems propose raising taxes on high earners to preserve Medicare
Sens. Joe Manchin and Chuck Schumer craft a scaled-back version of the economic package thwarted by Manchin last year.
A common retirement strategy can erode your savings: watchdog
Workers who move 401(k)s into IRAs can lose significant money to a choice they didn't have to make, new analysis shows.
How can you financially prepare for a recession?
"The quicker you move, the more agency you have in reducing the impact of a recession," one expert says.
Stock drop has erased $3 trillion in retirement savings this year
With Americans' nest eggs mostly held in 401(k)s and IRAs, the swoon could force many to delay their retirement.
Social Security bill would give seniors an extra $2,400 a year
Some lawmakers want to revise the retirement program to shore up its funding and boost benefits for its 69 million recipients.
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California becomes first state to provide free meals to all students
A study of New York's program found kids who were eligible for free meals often didn't take them for fear of being bullied.
Home Run recalls 13K pounds of pizza after metal complaints
USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service concerned Chicago-style pies may still be in stores or in home freezers.
Graham must testify before Georgia grand jury investigating Trump, judge rules
Graham was ordered to appear as a witness on Aug. 23, but is expected to appeal the ruling.
Carolyn Maloney says "off the record," Biden is "not running"
The congresswoman made the comments during an on-the-record interview with the New York Times Editorial Board.
Driver crashes SUV into North Carolina restaurant, killing 2 brothers
The accident, which occurred Sunday morning at a Hardee's in the city of Wilson, is under investigation, according to police.
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Home Run recalls 13K pounds of pizza after metal complaints
USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service concerned Chicago-style pies may still be in stores or in home freezers.
China cuts interest rate to shore up slowing economy
"The momentum of economic recovery has slowed," a government spokesperson said.
A third of Americans will soon live in dangerously hot areas: study
Researchers project that more than 100 million people will soon live in regions where the heat index reaches 125 degrees.
Travelers urged to take advantage of falling airline ticket prices, experts say
Airfares were down 7.8% in July compared to June, according to the latest numbers released by the Labor Department.
The Inflation Reduction Act may not lower inflation: analysis
A new analysis from the Penn Wharton Budget Model finds that wealthier taxpayers will bear the brunt of the impact.
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Graham must testify before Georgia grand jury investigating Trump, judge rules
Graham was ordered to appear as a witness on Aug. 23, but is expected to appeal the ruling.
Carolyn Maloney says "off the record," Biden is "not running"
The congresswoman made the comments during an on-the-record interview with the New York Times Editorial Board.
Some Capitol rioters trying to make money off their Jan. 6 crimes
Their actions are sometimes complicating matters for defendants facing sentencing as prosecutors point to the profit-chasing activities in seeking tougher punishments.
Austin Tice's family is still waiting for answers 10 years after his disappearance
The freelance journalist was kidnapped in Syria on Aug. 14, 2012.
Hawaii Lt. Gov. Josh Green wins Democratic primary for governor
The winner of the Democratic primary is favored to win the general election in the liberal state.
Health
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Home Run recalls 13K pounds of pizza after metal complaints
USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service concerned Chicago-style pies may still be in stores or in home freezers.
CDC tweaks monkeypox guidance over suspected human-to-dog transmission
Researchers studying two men who caught the virus in Paris said "symptom onset in both patients and, subsequently, in their dog suggest human-to-dog transmission."
Scotland becomes first country to provide free period products
The move is meant to help ease the burden of period poverty, which prevents many people from being able to access the necessary products to safely manage their periods.
Health problems linger and worsen as migrants wait at border
Two days after arriving at a temporary migrant shelter at the border with the U.S. in June, Rosa Viridiana Ceron Alpizar's 9-year-old daughter and 1-year-old son fell ill.
Idaho Supreme Court rules that abortion restrictions can take effect
One of the laws slated to take effect allows potential relatives of an embryo or fetus to sue abortion providers for up to $20,000 within four years of an abortion.
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CDC tweaks monkeypox guidance over suspected human-to-dog transmission
Researchers studying two men who caught the virus in Paris said "symptom onset in both patients and, subsequently, in their dog suggest human-to-dog transmission."
China cuts interest rate to shore up slowing economy
"The momentum of economic recovery has slowed," a government spokesperson said.
Afghans stare down a bleak future as Taliban marks one year in power
Women's freedoms have been erased, the economy is in a freefall, and a father tells CBS News that all he remembers on this anniversary is losing two sons.
Scotland becomes first country to provide free period products
The move is meant to help ease the burden of period poverty, which prevents many people from being able to access the necessary products to safely manage their periods.
Brittney Griner's defense team appeals Russia drug conviction
As the WNBA star's lawyers appeal her 9-year jail sentence, a Russian official has confirmed ongoing talks with the U.S. about a potential prisoner swap.
Entertainment
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Ashanti on the roots of her success and "how my story ends"
The R&B star revisits where she got her start, and talks about dreams coming true.
Singer Ellie Goulding on new music
Pop superstar Ellie Goulding joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new single "Easy Lover." The song is her first new music since her critically acclaimed 2020 studio album Brightest Blue. She talks about her songwriting process and what fans can expect from her next album.
Ashanti reflects on 20-year career
Nate Burleson sits down with Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Ashanti at her former high school in Glen Cove, New York to discuss the impact her 20-year career and her upcoming projects.
Anne Heche dies at 53 following Los Angeles car wreck
Heche got her start in a soap opera before starring in films and on TV, and made headlines for her relationship with comedian Ellen DeGeneres in the '90s.
Denise Dowse, "Beverly Hills, 90210" and "Insecure" actress, dies at 64
Dowse is likely best known for her roles as vice principal Yvonne Teasley in "Beverly Hills, 90210," and Dr. Rhonda Pine in "Insecure."
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YouTube is the most popular social media among teens, followed by TikTok
About 36% admitted they spend too much time on social media and 54% say it would be somewhat hard to give it up.
Gadgets and apps to help find lost items
CNET editorial director Dan Ackerman joins "CBS Mornings" to share tracking devices and apps that can help people find lost things. He discusses trackers that can find a parked car or glasses as well as a smart lock to help keep track of keys and even pets.
New tax credits for EVs look generous — but they're complicated
While many EVs qualify for tax credits under inflation bill, no cars sold today likely would get the full $7,500 rebate.
Smart home tech can help save money on energy bills
Programmable thermostats and smart lights can help consumers' lower energy bills.
Inflation and July's Consumer Price Index
The U.S. Labor Department has released its latest Consumer Price Index for July 2022. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings" to break down what this means for prices and the economy.
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CDC tweaks monkeypox guidance over suspected human-to-dog transmission
Researchers studying two men who caught the virus in Paris said "symptom onset in both patients and, subsequently, in their dog suggest human-to-dog transmission."
A third of Americans will soon live in dangerously hot areas: study
Researchers project that more than 100 million people will soon live in regions where the heat index reaches 125 degrees.
Earth spinning faster is no reason to panic, scientists say
News of the faster rotation led to misleading posts on social media about the significance of the measurement, leading some to express concern about its implications.
Ice Age human footprints found in Utah desert: "Lost oasis"
Men find 88 distinct prints left by a mixture of adults and children on what is now the Utah Test and Training Range.
Shrinking snowpack threatens California water supply
For more than 75 million Americans living out West, snow melt from the Sierra Nevada is a major source of water. However, the mountain range's snowpack is shrinking, down an average of 23% since 1955. Roger Bales, professor of engineering at the University of California, Merced, joins CBS News to discuss what this could mean for California's water future.
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Driver crashes SUV into North Carolina restaurant, killing 2 brothers
The accident, which occurred Sunday morning at a Hardee's in the city of Wilson, is under investigation, according to police.
Man's murder charge dismissed in college student's 2008 death
No other suspects in Ira Yarmolenko's murder have been identified.
Iran denies link with Salman Rushdie attacker, blames writer himself
"We do not consider anyone other than Salman Rushdie and his supporters worthy of blame and even condemnation," said a foreign ministry spokesman.
Ex-NFL star's brother sought after youth football coach shot dead at game
Aqib Talib's brother, Yaqub Salik Talib, has been named as a suspect. The shooting happened at a youth football game Saturday evening.
3 injured in shooting outside Six Flags Great America near Chicago
The incident created chaos and confusion, with video posted to social media showing parkgoers attempting to shelter in place or hide.
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Meteor's loud boom rattles skies over Salt Lake City and beyond
Even Utah's governor, out for a run, heard the boom, which was caused by what the National Weather Service said was a meteor.
NASA's Perseverance finds tangled object on Mars
Scientists suspect the tangled object is likely pieces of shredded Dacron netting from the Perseverance itself.
"Cosmic collision" shows the fate of the Milky Way
"Dueling gravitational forces will trigger bursts of intense stellar formation and wildly distort their once-majestic structures," researchers said.
Sturgeon moon captured in spectacular photos around the world
All over the globe, the Sturgeon moon gave viewers one last supermoon before 2023.
Scientist apologizes after posting image of star that was actually sausage
Etienne Klein apologized for misleading some Twitter followers with his "scientist's joke."
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The Circleville letters: You've got hate mail
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
Timeline: The Jonelle Matthews case
Inside the case against Steven Pankey, a former political candidate who was tried for the kidnapping and murder of a Colorado 12-year-old.
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Deadliest states for drug overdoses
CDC data reveals which U.S. state has the highest rate of drug overdose-related deaths per 100,000 residents.
The disappearance of Carole Baskin's then-husband Don Lewis
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Rep. Liz Cheney fights for her seat in primary
Former President Donald Trump’s influence over the Republican Party is being tested again Tuesday in Wyoming's GOP primary. Congresswoman Liz Cheney, an outspoken critic of the former president, will face off against Trump-backed candidate Harriet Hageman. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins “CBS News Mornings” from Jackson, Wyoming, with the latest.
Lawmakers seek Mar-a-Lago search details
As the FBI faces a surge in violent threats following the search of former President Trump's home, members of Congress want to know more about what led up to the search. CBS News chief national affairs and justice correspondent Jeff Pegues joins "CBS News Mornings" with more.
Paralyzed dog shows baby how to crawl
This dog has partial paralysis – but that didn't stop him from hopping around the house to teach baby Caleb to crawl.
Singer Ellie Goulding on new music
Pop superstar Ellie Goulding joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new single "Easy Lover." The song is her first new music since her critically acclaimed 2020 studio album Brightest Blue. She talks about her songwriting process and what fans can expect from her next album.
Super Bowl MVP joins pickleball mania
Marci Gonzalez joins Drew Brees on the pickleball court in Newport Beach, California to get some tips and details on why he loves the game so much that he is now a team owner. She also meets members of the Santa Monica Pickleball Club, players of all ages and athletic abilities coming together for fun in the sun with a paddle and ball.