World's billionaires hold more wealth than 4.6 billion people
The world's 2,153 billionaires have as much wealth as 60% of the world's population, anti-poverty group Oxfam says.
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Baby Trend strollers recalled for fall risk
Hinge joints can release and collapse under pressure, posing fall hazard for children in the stroller, regulators warn.
Google CEO: AI's "negative consequences" need regulating
Tech chief acknowledges "nefarious" risks in face-recognition and other programs that can beat humans to the punch.
We're in a "trust paradox," new study says
Global communications firm Edelman has spent 20 years tracking which institutions consumers trust.
Women denied abortions in financial distress years later, study finds
Economists track denials of abortions to significant increases in unpaid debts, evictions and poverty conditions.
A fruitful life: Remembering Frieda Caplan, the exotic fruit lady
The entrepreneur, who died Saturday at age 96, made a number of exotic fruits and vegetables, from kiwi to ginger, household names
Best Buy probes "misconduct" allegation against CEO
Probe reportedly sparked by anonymous letter alleging chief exec Corie Barry had an improper romantic relationship.
J&J Risperdal damages slashed from $8 billion to $6.8 million
Original settlement stemmed from the case of a man who said taking the drug as a boy caused him to grow breasts.
Can R.E.M. stop Trump campaign from playing its songs?
Iconic rock band the latest artists to object to their music being used at political events for President Donald Trump.
Court tosses out kids' climate-change lawsuit
Three-judge panel rules that the questions brought up in the case are best dealt with by legislators, not courts.
Trump finds campaign foe in "Mini" Mike Bloomberg
Despite his seeming long-shot chances for the presidency, Bloomberg has become a favorite target for President Trump on Twitter
Lawsuit demands Zuckerberg give up control of Facebook
Anti-trust suit by stalled rivals calls Facebook "one of the largest unlawful monopolies ever seen in the United States."
JetBlue: That'll be $80 to check two bags at airport
JetBlue passengers now must pay $35 for first checked bag and $45 for second bag. When will other airlines follow?
Google parent Alphabet joins $1 trillion club
Investors still high on Big Tech despite mounting political concerns about the industry's size and influence.
14 states sue to block Trump administration's food stamp cuts
New federal rule limiting food aid "turns a blind eye" to local job issues facing poor adults, lawsuit alleges.
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Trump impeachment trial: White House lawyers blast "flimsy" case
The White House laid out its arguments against impeachment in formal legal brief before the Senate impeachment trial.
Thousands of gun-rights activists rally in Virginia's capital
Tensions have been rising since Democrats took control of the state legislature and proposed several bills.
Navy Secretary nominee may have had undisclosed tie to Cambridge Analytica
Kenneth Braithwaite said he discussed working for the infamous data firm and "provided advice on an informal basis," but never signed on.
White House brief calls impeachment "an affront to the Constitution"
"The diluted standard asserted here would permanently weaken the presidency," the document says.
What Harry and Meghan could do with their newfound "freedom"
There is speculation the couple may establish a charitable foundation similar to former President Barack Obama and wife Michelle.
Inmate found dead in cell after spike in prison violence
Corrections officials reported Gabriel Carmen had been irate and throwing feces before his death.
Two dead, 15 wounded after gunman opens fire on line outside bar
Motive unknown; lounge was holding celebration of Kansas City Chiefs victory that sent them to Super Bowl.
Senator knocks Amtrak over $25,000 quote for disabled passengers
Senator Tammy Duckworth of Illinois, the first disabled woman elected to Congress, called it "outrageous" for Amtrak to ask passengers to pay $25,000 for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Bloomington, Illinois.
Theme park draws outrage with "pig bungee jump"
The stunt was to inaugurate the park's new bungee jump attraction, but PETA calls it "animal cruelty at its worst."
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Yelp names its top restuarant: a shawarma food truck
Shawarma Guys has nearly 500 five-star reviews and serves out 900 plates a day.
Power of the pencil in the digital age
In this digital age, people are likely to grab a keyboard to craft a message. But business owner Caroline Weaver is working to make sure the pencil is not erased.
California's gig worker law makes small biz rethink staffing
Companies hiring California freelancers must be able to prove the contractors really are working for themselves.
Sea and be seen: Turning plastic bottles into swimwear
A brother-sister duo has "upcycled" more than 500,000 plastic bottles since their swimwear company's inception.
California data privacy law to hit businesses across U.S.
The new law gives consumers control over the personal information companies collect, store and often share with others.
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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
World
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Platypuses at risk of extinction
Climate change and sever periods of drought are among the risk factors threatening the platypus population
Navy Secretary nominee may have had undisclosed tie to Cambridge Analytica
Kenneth Braithwaite said he discussed working for the infamous data firm and "provided advice on an informal basis," but never signed on.
What Harry and Meghan could do with their newfound "freedom"
There is speculation the couple may establish a charitable foundation similar to former President Barack Obama and wife Michelle.
Lawsuit seeks to halt deportation of Honduran family to Guatemala
The U.S. wants to deport the Honduran family on Tuesday to Guatemala, but advocates want to stop it, pointing to the children's recent hospitalization.
Boiling water kills 5 when heating pipe bursts in Russian hotel
Officials launch an investigation and call for small hotels in the basements of residential buildings to be banned.
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Thousands of gun-rights activists rally in Virginia's capital
Tensions have been rising since Democrats took control of the state legislature and proposed several bills.
Trump impeachment trial: White House lawyers blast Dems for "flimsy" case
The White House laid out its arguments against impeachment in formal legal brief before the Senate impeachment trial.
Notable deaths in 2020
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity
Inmate found dead in cell after spike in Mississippi prison violence
Corrections officials reported Gabriel Carmen had been irate and throwing feces before his death.
Trump lawyers call impeachment "an affront to the Constitution"
"The diluted standard asserted here would permanently weaken the presidency," the document says.
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Trump lawyers call impeachment "an affront to the Constitution"
"The diluted standard asserted here would permanently weaken the presidency," the document says.
Navy Secretary nominee may have had undisclosed tie to Cambridge Analytica
Kenneth Braithwaite said he discussed working for the infamous data firm and "provided advice on an informal basis," but never signed on.
Democratic senator knocks Amtrak over $25,000 price quote for disabled passengers
Senator Tammy Duckworth of Illinois, the first disabled woman elected to Congress, called it "outrageous" for Amtrak to ask passengers to pay $25,000 for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Bloomington, Illinois.
Lawsuit seeks to halt deportation of Honduran family to Guatemala
The U.S. wants to deport the Honduran family on Tuesday to Guatemala, but advocates want to stop it, pointing to the children's recent hospitalization.
Republicans are on trial with Trump, ex-GOP senator says
Jeff Flake says the GOP's "cult of personality" around the president will hurt the party long-term, and that Republican senators can't win in battleground states if they block evidence from impeachment trial
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Phoenix honors Heath Ledger after SAG Award win
"I'm standing here on the shoulders of my favorite actor, Heath Ledger," he said.
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Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston reconnect
Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston reconnected at the SAG Awards and the interaction between two exes has hopeless romantics hopeful again. The couple divorced nearly 15 years ago, but their public meeting was one of the most talked-about moments from the awards ceremony Sunday night.
Brad Pitt's interaction with Jennifer Aniston goes viral
Video of Pitt stopping backstage to watch Aniston's acceptance speech is melting hearts across the country.
Music exec marks 20 years of sobriety by tackling triathlon
Michael McDonald competes in 140-mile course to raise money for MusiCares, the Recording Academy charity that he says saved him
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Google CEO: AI's "negative consequences" need regulating
Tech chief acknowledges "nefarious" risks in face-recognition and other programs that can beat humans to the punch.
Almanac: Neon lights
On January 19, 1915, French inventor Georges Claude received a U.S. patent for his "System of Illuminating by Luminescent Tubes" ... tubes filled with neon gas
SpaceX deliberately destroys boosters in dramatic test
The test was the last major hurdle before the Crew Dragon blasts off with astronauts aboard.
Kidnapped 14-year-old girl alerted friends of her location on Snapchat
"Where am I?" the girl messaged friends.
Lawsuit demands Zuckerberg give up control of Facebook
Anti-trust suit by stalled rivals calls Facebook "one of the largest unlawful monopolies ever seen in the United States."
Science
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Platypuses at risk of extinction
Climate change and sever periods of drought are among the risk factors threatening the platypus population
Third all-female spacewalk successfully completed
NASA is ditching aging solar array batteries for more powerful lithium-ion replacements.
SpaceX deliberately destroys boosters in dramatic test
The test was the last major hurdle before the Crew Dragon blasts off with astronauts aboard.
Turning an ocean menace into a meal
As kelp forests off America's West Coast are being decimated by voracious urchins, threatening other species' survival, a unique partnership between scientists and a seafood company hopes to turn a menace into a delicacy
SpaceX delays dramatic Crew Dragon abort test
Dramatic SpaceX in-flight abort test is intended to clear the way to send astronauts to the International Space Station.
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Baby Trend strollers recalled for fall risk
Hinge joints can release and collapse under pressure, posing fall hazard for children in the stroller, regulators warn.
Women denied abortions in financial distress years later, study finds
Economists track denials of abortions to significant increases in unpaid debts, evictions and poverty conditions.
U.S. checks travelers as China confirms virus spreads between people
Passengers arriving in the U.S. from the city at the center of the coronavirus outbreak are now being screened, as officials confirm "limited" human-to-human transmission.
Premature births: One of the biggest public health threats facing the U.S.
One in 10 births in this country is premature, one of the highest rates in the industrialized world; author Sarah DiGregorio says we must do better
Reaching out: How caring letters help in suicide prevention
One psychiatrist's long-forgotten idea on giving support to those hospitalized or treated for depression or attempting suicide is being revived, and is finding positive results in an era of texting
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Baby Trend strollers recalled for fall risk
Hinge joints can release and collapse under pressure, posing fall hazard for children in the stroller, regulators warn.
Google CEO: AI's "negative consequences" need regulating
Tech chief acknowledges "nefarious" risks in face-recognition and other programs that can beat humans to the punch.
We're in a "trust paradox," new study says
Global communications firm Edelman has spent 20 years tracking which institutions consumers trust.
Women denied abortions in financial distress years later, study finds
Economists track denials of abortions to significant increases in unpaid debts, evictions and poverty conditions.
A fruitful life: Remembering Frieda Caplan, the exotic fruit lady
The entrepreneur, who died Saturday at age 96, made a number of exotic fruits and vegetables, from kiwi to ginger, household names
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Inmate found dead in cell after spike in Mississippi prison violence
Corrections officials reported Gabriel Carmen had been irate and throwing feces before his death.
Two dead, 15 wounded after gunman opens fire on line outside bar
Motive unknown; lounge was holding celebration of Kansas City Chiefs victory that sent them to Super Bowl.
2 killed, 5 injured after patron opens fire at San Antonio bar
A suspect opened fire on patrons at the Ventura, a music venue and bar located along the Museum Reach portion of the San Antonio River Walk.
Two cops shot dead in Hawaii, suspect apparently set raging fire
Flames destroyed several homes; suspect, two women unaccounted for but likely in home that burned, police said.
Texas woman convicted in husband's murder: "He wasn't supposed to die"
In her first TV interview, the Texas woman at the center of a case prosecutors say was all about "sex, lies, money, and murder" tells "48 Hours" what happened the night of the murder.
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Third all-female spacewalk successfully completed
NASA is ditching aging solar array batteries for more powerful lithium-ion replacements.
SpaceX destroys boosters in dramatic abort test
SpaceX deliberately destroyed a Falcon 9 booster Sunday in a spectacular high-altitude conflagration moments after an unpiloted Crew Dragon astronaut ferry ship shot away in a critical test of its emergency escape system, propelled to safety with a rush of fiery exhaust from eight powerful abort engines. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood joins CBSN's Omar Villafranca from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with the latest.
SpaceX deliberately destroys boosters in dramatic test
The test was the last major hurdle before the Crew Dragon blasts off with astronauts aboard.
SpaceX delays dramatic Crew Dragon abort test
Dramatic SpaceX in-flight abort test is intended to clear the way to send astronauts to the International Space Station.
Mysterious objects found orbiting supermassive black hole: study
Are they just gas, or are they stars? Astronomers now believe the unusual objects may be a hybrid of both.
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Claude Monet: The Truth of Nature
The Denver Art Museum presents the country's largest Monet exhibit in more than two decades, exploring the Impressionist's fascination with light, and how tragedy colored his work
Surprising stars who have never won an Oscar
No thanks to the Academy.
Animals doing people things
A gorilla looking at iPhone photos, an elk drinking red wine... the line between human activity and animal behavior is furrier than one might think
Animals in the wrong place at the wrong time
A hippo at a Swatch store, a squirrel in the Phillies dugout — you won't believe where these animals have popped up ...
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Trump lawyers release impeachment brief
President Trump's lawyers have released their official legal brief ahead of tomorrow's start of the Senate impeachment trial. They say the House failed to identify any impeachable offenses and that Democrats have "concocted an unheard of procedure." Zeke Miller, a CBSN political contributor and White House reporter for the Associated Press, joined CBSN to discuss the president's legal strategy.
Nominee's possible tie to Cambridge Analytica
CBS News has obtained documents that reveal President Trump's nominee for Secretary of the Navy, Kenneth Braithwaite, may have had an undisclosed contract with Cambridge Analytica. CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates joins CBSN with the exclusive story.
Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston reconnect
Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston reconnected at the SAG Awards and the interaction between two exes has hopeless romantics hopeful again. The couple divorced nearly 15 years ago, but their public meeting was one of the most talked-about moments from the awards ceremony Sunday night.
Police prepare for Virginia gun rally
Authorities in Virginia are on high alert ahead of a gun rights rally at the state capitol in Richmond today. Organizers anticipate thousands of people will protest against Democrats' efforts to pass gun control legislation. CBS News correspondent Nikole Killion joined CBSN from Richmond to discuss how local law enforcement and the FBI are taking added precautions.
Trump lawyers call impeachment case "flimsy"
President Trump's legal team released a new brief outlining its defense strategy ahead of the Senate's historic trial. They claim he did "absolutely nothing wrong" and said the articles against the president are "constitutionally invalid". CBS News' Natalie Brand joins CBSN from Capitol Hill with the latest developments.
