SPAC backing Trump has surged more than 800%, sparking meme-stock comparisons
The former president's social media venture is creating a trading frenzy. But the company has no financial results yet.
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Walmart recalls room spray for "rare and dangerous" bacteria
CDC urges consumers not to even open recalled bottles and use gloves in returning them to the retailer.
Restaurateurs across U.S. beg to extend outdoor dining
Appetites for indoor dining wane amid Delta variant, while outdoor seating becomes less palatable as temps drop.
Lyft recorded more than 4,000 sexual assault cases since 2017
The report, which was released Thursday, showed that more than 360 rapes were reported in three years.
Walmart shoppers can now buy bitcoin at kiosks in some stores
Cryptocurrency becoming more mainstream as largest U.S. retailer hosts Coinstar machines in 200 locations.
Justice Department to probe "digital redlining" in lending
Federal prosecutors will examine whether the algorithms banks use to approve a loan are discriminatory.
One reason for worker shortage: Many started new businesses
Through September, a record 1.4 million applications have been filed to start new businesses likely to hire workers.
Feds want to know how Big Tech uses consumers' financial data
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is asking Apple, Facebook, PayPal and others about their fintech systems.
Ransomware crew posed as real company to attract workers
Cybercriminals' recruitment drive stem from a desire for "comparatively cheap, skilled labor," researchers say.
Democrats push for one-year child tax credit payment extension
This month, the Treasury Department distributed more than $15 billion in payments to families of 61 million children.
U.S. Treasury amends proposal to track nearly all bank accounts
The administration now proposes to ask banks to report account information only for accounts with $10,000 or more in transfers.
Lawmakers consider new billionaires tax
The administration wants to tax the 700 richest Americans to help pay for the president's social spending taxes.
Lack of home COVID-19 tests hurting war against pandemic
At-home coronavirus tests in the U.S. are pricey and often hard to find. It didn't have to be this way.
A record amount of Americans are quitting their jobs due to pandemic burnout
Millions of Americans have quit their jobs due to pandemic burnout. Many have started their own companies.
Trucks clog neighborhood streets as supply-chain crisis grows
Cargo ships are lined up waiting to enter California ports amid snarls in global supply chains.
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Former Saudi official says MBS wants him dead because of what he knows
Saad Aljabri was number two in Saudi intelligence until, he says, Mohammed bin Salman forced him out. Now, MBS is Saudi Arabia's crown prince, and Aljabri is in exile. Aljabri believes the crown prince wants him dead because of what he knows.
Live Updates: Bomb cyclone and atmospheric river lash Northern California
The atmospheric river has been elevated to a Category 5, the highest designation on the Scripps Institution of Oceanography Extreme Weather Lab scale.
Drought forcing tough water decisions in Colorado River Basin
Seven states and 30 Native American tribes lying in the Colorado River Basin prepare to make hard choices as water levels plummet due to a 22-year drought.
James Michael Tyler, who played Gunther on "Friends," dies at age 59
Actor James Michael Tyler spoke publicly about his prostate cancer diagnosis over the summer.
Husband of woman fatally shot on Alec Baldwin film set speaks out
Halyna Hutchins, 42, was a cinematographer for the film "Rust," when she was fatally shot by a prop gun on Thursday.
The Station nightclub fire: What happened and who's to blame?
It was one of the deadliest fires in a nightclub in U.S. history. Now a victim's brother and survivors remember that awful night, and the club owners held responsible speak out for the first time.
Biden meets with Schumer and Manchin in Delaware
Democrats are working to reach consensus on a framework for Mr. Biden's domestic policy agenda.
Passing: On crossing the color line
A new film, "Passing," explores a gray area that some biracial or multiracial Americans have faced when navigating questions of self-identity and social acceptance, in a society where perception is often skin-deep.
Lawsuit reveals when Vanessa Bryant first learned about deaths
Vanessa Bryant said she pleaded with the Los Angeles County sheriff to make sure nobody took photographs from the site of the 2020 helicopter crash.
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Facebook exec says company doesn't profit off underage users
Head of "safety" at the social media company told senators that internal research on mental health impact was misinterpreted.
Why shoppers are finding many products hard to find
Consumers are encountering shortages of everything from toilet paper to Batman toys. Blame the world's fragile supply chain.
"Buy now, pay later" loans are everywhere. Experts say beware.
Such loans offer "instant gratification," but may carry hidden costs and encourage consumers to rack up debt.
Activision to pay $18 million to settle harassment claims
Money will go to employees at the video game publisher who experienced sexual harassment.
New Apple update allows health data sharing
A new Apple device feature allows sharing health information with loved ones and your doctor. Dr. Tara Narula looks at how it works and the privacy concerns over personal data.
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Bringing equity to the VC funding process
New data released by Crunchbase shows that only 2.2% of all venture funding went to female-founded startups in the first eight months of this year. Deena Shakir, partner at Lux Capital, joins CBSN to discuss what needs to change to bring equity for female entrepreneurs and investors.
A third of small businesses have reinstated COVID-19 rules
As the Delta variant surges, many small employers are again taking precautions in the way they do business.
NYC giving artists $5,000 checks from Biden stimulus
Some 1,800 artists will receive $5,000 checks, while other federal funds will go to cabbies and homeless people.
Their small business was big events — then they had to adapt
The Vintage Market had shows with up to 30,000 in attendance. After the pandemic, its owners found new ways to survive.
44% of small businesses have less than 3 months of cash
"Everything is up in the air," said one Ohio bakery owner who worries that COVID-19 could shut her down again.
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More Americans are working into old age
A growing swath of seniors are working beyond 65, with many needing to supplement their paltry retirement savings.
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
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Live Updates: Bomb cyclone and atmospheric river lash Northern California
The atmospheric river has been elevated to a Category 5, the highest designation on the Scripps Institution of Oceanography Extreme Weather Lab scale.
James Michael Tyler, who played Gunther on "Friends," dies at age 59
Actor James Michael Tyler spoke publicly about his prostate cancer diagnosis over the summer.
Gottlieb says kids could start getting COVID-19 vaccine as soon November 4-5
Gottlieb said the Biden administration is making the effort to push the vaccine directly into pediatricians' offices.
Thompson says Facebook is "working with" House January 6 committee
The committee sent Facebook and other social media companies letters in August requesting they turn over documents that may be relevant to its probe.
Transcript: Gita Gopinath on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Gita Gopinath, Chief Economist of the International Monetary Fund, that aired Sunday, October 24 2021, on "Face the Nation."
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Gottlieb says kids could start getting COVID-19 vaccine as soon November 4-5
Gottlieb said the Biden administration is making the effort to push the vaccine directly into pediatricians' offices.
Thompson says Facebook is "working with" House January 6 committee
The committee sent Facebook and other social media companies letters in August requesting they turn over documents that may be relevant to its probe.
Transcript: Gita Gopinath on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Gita Gopinath, Chief Economist of the International Monetary Fund, that aired Sunday, October 24 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Bennie Thompson on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Congressman Bennie Thompson that aired Sunday, October 24, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Dr. Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb on Sunday, October 24, 2021.
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Gottlieb says kids could start getting COVID-19 vaccine as soon November 4-5
Gottlieb said the Biden administration is making the effort to push the vaccine directly into pediatricians' offices.
You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
FDA weighs myocarditis risk in review of Pfizer COVID vaccine for kids
The analysis was posted late Friday ahead of a meeting of the agency's vaccine advisers to discuss the benefits and risks of vaccinating younger children.
Walmart recalls room spray for "rare and dangerous" bacteria
CDC urges consumers not to even open recalled bottles and use gloves in returning them to the retailer.
A record amount of Americans are quitting their jobs due to pandemic burnout
Millions of Americans have quit their jobs due to pandemic burnout. Many have started their own companies.
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SPAC backing Trump has surged more than 800%, sparking meme-stock comparisons
The former president's social media venture is creating a trading frenzy. But the company has no financial results yet.
Walmart recalls room spray for "rare and dangerous" bacteria
CDC urges consumers not to even open recalled bottles and use gloves in returning them to the retailer.
Restaurateurs across U.S. beg to extend outdoor dining
Appetites for indoor dining wane amid Delta variant, while outdoor seating becomes less palatable as temps drop.
Lyft recorded more than 4,000 sexual assault cases since 2017
The report, which was released Thursday, showed that more than 360 rapes were reported in three years.
Walmart shoppers can now buy bitcoin at kiosks in some stores
Cryptocurrency becoming more mainstream as largest U.S. retailer hosts Coinstar machines in 200 locations.
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Afghanistan's economy on the brink of collapse
Afghanistan's economy may collapse beyond the point of salvation, though several world leaders have promised $1.2 billion in aid to prevent a humanitarian catastrophe. Imtiyaz Tyab reports.
COVID cases surge in Eastern Europe
Several European nations go back into lockdown as new COVID-19 infections surge in the region. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
Colombia to extradite "drug lord" to U.S.
Dairo Antonio Úsuga David was seized at his hideout in an operation involving hundreds of soldiers and will be extradited to the United States. The U.S. had placed a $5 million bounty on his head.
Humanitarian crisis surges under Taliban rule
CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab reports from Kabul on the state of the country following the U.S. withdrawal.
Lead Taliban negotiator sticks by deal in Afghanistan
In his first interview since resigning as the U.S.'s chief negotiator with the Taliban, Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad strongly defended the deal he negotiated to withdraw U.S. troops from America's longest war.
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James Michael Tyler, who played Gunther on "Friends," dies at age 59
Actor James Michael Tyler spoke publicly about his prostate cancer diagnosis over the summer.
The secret of Wayne Gretzky's success
One of hockey's all-time greats talks about what accounts for his incomparable career; the lessons he learned from his father; and about his latest slapshot, as an on-air analyst for TNT.
Wayne Gretzky's latest goal: Sports broadcaster
Wayne Gretzky became one of hockey's all-time greats by his indefatigable passion for the sport. In a rare interview he talks with correspondent Lee Cowan about what accounts for his incomparable career; the lessons he learned from his father; and about his latest slapshot, as an on-air analyst for TNT.
Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen: Renegades
The former president and the singer-songwriter have shared their stories in a podcast, and now a book: "Renegades: Born in the USA." They discuss the influence of their fathers on their life's work, and the collective narratives in both popular music and politics.
Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen talk "Renegades"
The former president and the singer-songwriter, longtime friends, have shared their stories in a podcast, and now a book: "Renegades: Born in the USA." Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen sit down with correspondent Anthony Mason to discuss the influence of their fathers on their life's work, and the shared narratives that drive the surprisingly similar fields of popular music and politics.
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New docs leaked from Facebook
Leaked documents from Facebook show employees thought company response to the January 6 attacks was "piecemeal." CBSN tech reporter Dan Patterson joins CBSN with the latest.
Could supersonic passenger jet reshape aviation?
Ever since the last flight of the Concorde two decades ago, commercial airline passengers have been limited to subsonic speeds. Now, one Denver-based company hopes to build a plane that can fly at Mach 1.7, which is about twice the speed of the typical passenger jet. Barry Petersen has the details.
Supply chain crisis risks ethical shopping habits
Experts are worried high prices and out-of-stock items resulting from America's supply chain backlog will create social and environmental consequences. Keesa Schreane, author of "Corporations Compassion Culture," joins CBSN's Lana Zak to explain why the holidays are expected to exacerbate the issue and how consumers and businesses can limit the damage.
Millions quit their jobs due to pandemic burnout
More than 4 million Americans quit their jobs in August alone. The biggest reason: burnout. And rather than complain, thousands have decided to start their own companies. Mark Strassmann reports.
Walmart shoppers can buy bitcoin at kiosks in some stores
Cryptocurrency becoming more mainstream as largest U.S. retailer hosts Coinstar machines in 200 locations.
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In Utah, it's raining fish
Fish stocks in hundreds of isolated lakes high in the Utah mountains are replenished via a novel approach – from the air. Correspondent Conor Knighton profiles the team responsible for delivering fresh fish by airplane.
Jane Goodall on her hope for the future
At age 87, the famed naturalist who has dedicated her life to protecting wildlife and the environment continues to advocate for a more sustainable future, as she writes in "The Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times."
Visit a factory that makes mosquitoes
An experiment was recently conducted in Fresno, Calif., to reduce the rising mosquito population there by releasing sterile males, bred in a factory, to mate with females in the wild. Did the test work?
An experiment to reduce the mosquito population
The mosquito is the deadliest animal on Earth, and the tiny Aedes aegypti may be the worst species of all, spreading diseases like West Nile, malaria and dengue fever. Correspondent David Pogue reports on a test conducted in Fresno, Calif., to reduce the rising mosquito population there, by releasing sterile males, bred in a factory, to mate with females in the wild. Did the experiment work?
Spanish island's volcanic eruptions continue
The Cumbre Vieja has scorched more than 200 acres of land so far, and lava is still flowing through the streets of La Palma, burning buildings and billowing smoke to the skies. Roxana Saberi with more.
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Body of missing 5-year-old Elijah Lewis found in Massachusetts park
The boy from Merrimack, New Hampshire, had been reported missing on October 14.
1 killed, 7 wounded in shooting near Fort Valley State University
The seven victims are all in stable condition, officials said.
U.S. travel blogger among 2 women killed in Mexico resort shooting
A San Jose woman was one of two foreign tourists killed in the apparent crossfire of a drug-gang shootout in Mexico's Tulum.
Serial killer's victim identified after 37 years through DNA
Robert Hansen, who owned a bakery, gained the nickname "Butcher Baker" for hunting down women in the early 1980s in Alaska.
Minneapolis cop charged in car crash that killed Leneal Frazier
The officer involved in a fatal car crash has been charged with second-degree manslaughter and criminal vehicular homicide.
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New infant planet discovered by researchers in Hawaii
The baby planet burns at the same temperature as the lava erupting from Kīlauea Volcano in Hawaii.
First lunar samples in over 45 years key to moon's history
The rock samples are the youngest ever collected, and indicate there was volcanic activity on the Moon much later than previously thought.
Boeing zeros in on cause of Starliner launch scrub
Boeing hopes to be ready for another Starliner launch try in the first half of 2022.
Film crew shot 30 hours of footage on trip to space station
If the project stays on track, the movie will beat a Hollywood production announced last year by NASA and Elon Musk's SpaceX, starring Tom Cruise, to the silver screen.
Giant planet discovered orbiting dead star may be a glimpse into our solar system's future
Astronomers came across a Jupiter-like planet revolving around a dead star near the center of the Milky Way.
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The best holiday movies, ranked (and where you can stream them)
Ring in the holiday season by streaming these festive films.
Linda O'Keefe murder: Inside the investigation
Newport Beach Police give 11-year-old Linda O'Keefe a voice on Twitter hoping to solve her cold case 45 years later.
TV shows canceled or ended in 2021
This list contains everything from long-running favorites to short-lived Netflix sitcoms
Jasmine Hartin case: What happened on the pier?
A wealthy socialite and a senior police official end up on a moonlit pier in paradise. Then a single fatal shot rings out. Locals called it the crime of the young decade, but what happened?
Richest women in the world, ranked by net worth
Their fortunes start at $7 billion and go up — way up — from there
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Michael Keaton: The 60 Minutes interview
Michael Keaton has quietly maintained an A-List career in Hollywood that's still going strong at the age of 70. He opens up to Jon Wertheim about what got him into acting and some of his most memorable roles.
An (Un)Civil War: The Evangelical Divide
A new episode of CBSN Originals' Reverb series reveals that as Christian nationalism attracts followers, traditional pastors fear for their faith and the country.
Colorado River Basin plans for a drier future
Seven states and 30 Native American tribes lying in the Colorado River Basin prepare to make hard choices as water levels plummet due to a 22-year drought. Bill Whitaker reports.
Former Saudi official’s warning about MBS
Saad Aljabri was number two in Saudi intelligence until, he says, Mohammed bin Salman forced him out. Now, MBS is Saudi Arabia's crown prince, and Aljabri is in exile. Aljabri believes the crown prince wants him dead because of what he knows. Scott Pelley reports.
CBSN Originals: Deepfakes and the Fog of Truth
A new CBSN Originals documentary reveals the growing threat posed by technology that makes lies look true and the truth seem false.