IRS will require people to sign up with ID.me to access their online accounts
Starting this summer, an ID.me account will be required to view a tax transcript or pull up payment history on IRS.gov.
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Americans are quitting at record rates, led by these 5 states
Workers are quitting at the highest rates in states where unemployment is low and employers are desperate to hire.
Why one famed investor is fretting about "superbubbles"
Jeremy Grantham is famous for spotting stock market crashes before they occur. The next one will be a doozy, he predicts.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams converts first paycheck into crypto
"New York is the center of the world, and we want it to be the center of cryptocurrency," the city's new mayor said.
A record 9 million Americans are out sick amid COVID surge
The nation's worker shortage is intensifying as the Omicron variant spreads, impacting a range of industries.
How to avoid buying a fake home COVID-19 test
The FDA says criminals are posing as real sellers of home virus tests. Here's how to avoid getting ripped off.
Crypto.com says hackers stole more than $30M in bitcoin, ethereum
Cryptocurrency exchange temporarily suspended withdrawals after cybercriminals raided 483 customer accounts.
Queen Elizabeth is hiring a housekeeper — for minimum wage
The job advert wants someone with a "proactive approach" and a willingness to work for $12.96 an hour, the base wage in U.K..
More than 300,000 pacifiers recalled over choking hazard
No injuries have yet been reported from the pacifiers.
Carhartt faces backlash after mandating worker vaccinations
CEO Mark Valade said an unvaccinated workforce is a "business risk that our company is unwilling to take."
Mom sues Meta and Snap after daughter's suicide
Tammy Rodriguez alleges her daughter's suicide stemmed from an "extreme addiction" to the social media apps.
What customers should know about the AT&T-Verizon 5G rollout
The telecom carriers are expanding their high-speed networks to bring faster service to more parts of U.S.
How are private insurers supplying free COVID-19 tests?
Roughly half of the nation's largest private insurers require Americans to seek reimbursement for home tests.
Netflix tanks again as investors question growth prospects
Streaming giant's stock price has fallen sharply after management said they expect to add fewer subscribers.
Peloton shares slide after report it is pausing production
Maker of connected workout machines will temporarily stop making its signature bikes and treadmills, according to CNBC.
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School bus driver shortages affecting families across the country
Shortages have forced schools in at least nine states to request assistance from the National Guard.
Was a missing Colorado mother murdered or abducted?
With no shortage of bizarre clues, "nothing is as it seems" in the investigation into Suzanne Morphew's untimely disappearance.
South Dakota governor unveils proposal to ban almost all abortions
It mimics a Texas law that leaves enforcement up to private citizens through lawsuits.
Wildfire in Big Sur closes part of California's Highway 1, forces evacuations
The California Highway Patrol closed Highway 1 at Rio Road just outside of Carmel-by-the-Sea due to the fire.
Senator Kyrsten Sinema formally censured by Arizona Democratic Party
Sinema's censure came as "a result of her failure to do whatever it takes to ensure the health of our democracy," the party said.
Baltic nations to send missiles to Ukraine with U.S. support
Washington says it fully endorses the move amid Kyiv's escalating tensions with Russia.
1 NYPD officer killed, another "fighting for his life" after shooting in Harlem
"I am struggling to find the words to express the tragedy we're enduring," New York City Police Commissioner Keechant Sewell said Friday.
Regina King's son Ian Alexander Jr. has died at 26: "Our family is devastated"
He was King's only child.
Heavy fighting continues for 3rd day to stop ISIS prison break attempt in Syria
The prison attack marks ISIS' biggest operation in Syria since its defeat in 2019.
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2,750 people have more wealth than half the planet: report
Inequality during the pandemic has swelled to the highest level in over a century, new economic data show.
The future of space commerce
In the early days, space exploration was purely a project of the government. But a push toward privatization is well underway. Barry Petersen takes a look at some of the groundwork being done here on Earth to turn space into a center of commercial activity.
More than 300,000 pacifiers recalled over choking hazard
No injuries have yet been reported from the pacifiers.
Mom sues Meta and Snap after daughter's suicide
Tammy Rodriguez alleges her daughter's suicide stemmed from an "extreme addiction" to the social media apps.
How are private insurers supplying free COVID-19 tests?
Roughly half of the nation's largest private insurers require Americans to seek reimbursement for home tests.
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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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Was a missing Colorado mother murdered or abducted?
With no shortage of bizarre clues, "nothing is as it seems" in the investigation into Suzanne Morphew's untimely disappearance.
Florida manatees at risk of starvation eat lettuce in pilot program
The manatees ate romaine lettuce, and the program will add cabbage and a second type of lettuce — all common foods given to manatees at rehabilitation facilities.
Senator Kyrsten Sinema formally censured by Arizona Democratic Party
Sinema's censure came as "a result of her failure to do whatever it takes to ensure the health of our democracy," the party said.
Calls for more security funding intensify after synagogue hostage standoff
The Homeland Security secretary supports doubling funding for a grant program that can help nonprofits, including places of worship, increase their security.
All monkeys accounted for after truck crash in Pennsylvania
Three of the monkeys had to be euthanized.
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Senator Kyrsten Sinema formally censured by Arizona Democratic Party
Sinema's censure came as "a result of her failure to do whatever it takes to ensure the health of our democracy," the party said.
Calls for more security funding intensify after synagogue hostage standoff
The Homeland Security secretary supports doubling funding for a grant program that can help nonprofits, including places of worship, increase their security.
Baltic nations to send missiles to Ukraine with U.S. support
Washington says it fully endorses the move amid Kyiv's escalating tensions with Russia.
South Dakota governor unveils proposal to ban almost all abortions
It mimics a Texas law that leaves enforcement up to private citizens through lawsuits.
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," January 23, 2022
Secretary of State Anthony Blinken, and Representative Bennie Thompson and more appear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" Sunday.
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How are private insurers supplying free COVID-19 tests?
Roughly half of the nation's largest private insurers require Americans to seek reimbursement for home tests.
Study: Vaccine doesn't reduce fertility, but men's COVID infection might
Researchers from Boston University analyzed data from more than 2,000 couples trying to conceive.
How to avoid buying a fake home COVID-19 test
The FDA says criminals are posing as real sellers of home virus tests. Here's how to avoid getting ripped off.
Southwest ejected disabled passenger who pulled down her mask, lawsuit claims
The 68-year old Florida resident was yelled at, berated and ejected after pulling down her mask to drink water, suit claims.
Starbucks ends worker vaccine requirement after SCOTUS ruling
Biden plan to require vaccines or regular testing at large companies was blocked by Supreme Court last week.
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IRS will require people to sign up with ID.me to access their online accounts
Starting this summer, an ID.me account will be required to view a tax transcript or pull up payment history on IRS.gov.
Americans are quitting at record rates, led by these 5 states
Workers are quitting at the highest rates in states where unemployment is low and employers are desperate to hire.
Why one famed investor is fretting about "superbubbles"
Jeremy Grantham is famous for spotting stock market crashes before they occur. The next one will be a doozy, he predicts.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams converts first paycheck into crypto
"New York is the center of the world, and we want it to be the center of cryptocurrency," the city's new mayor said.
A record 9 million Americans are out sick amid COVID surge
The nation's worker shortage is intensifying as the Omicron variant spreads, impacting a range of industries.
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Heavy fighting continues for 3rd day to stop ISIS prison break attempt in Syria
The prison attack marks ISIS' biggest operation in Syria since its defeat in 2019.
Baltic nations to send missiles to Ukraine with U.S. support
Washington says it fully endorses the move amid Kyiv's escalating tensions with Russia.
Austrian Parliament votes to make vaccines mandatory for most adults
The mandate is the strictest of its kind so far in the European Union.
U.S. expands "Remain in Mexico" policy to busiest border sector
The move means asylum-seekers will be returned to an area of Mexico the U.S. warns Americans not to visit because of rampant crime and kidnappings.
Huge, deadly explosion caused by tragic road crash in Ghana
A truck carrying explosives intended for mining collided with a motorcycle, setting off a blast that left a massive crater, and more than a dozen people dead.
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Regina King's son Ian Alexander Jr. has died at 26: "Our family is devastated"
He was King's only child.
LP performs "Lost On You"
This morning on Saturday Sessions: a return visit from LP. In 2012, one of her songs was used in a Citibank ad. Her sound was so compelling that thousands sought out the source and propelled her emerging career. She's released six albums, written songs for the likes of Cher and Rihanna, and is about to embark on a world tour. Performing from Los Angeles, here is LP with "Lost on You."
LP performs "Girls Go Wild"
This morning on Saturday Sessions: a return visit from LP. In 2012, one of her songs was used in a Citibank ad. Her sound was so compelling that thousands sought out the source and propelled her emerging career. She's released six albums, written songs for the likes of Cher and Rihanna, and is about to embark on a world tour. Performing from Los Angeles, here is LP with "Girls Go Wild."
LP performs "Angels"
This morning on Saturday Sessions: a return visit from LP. In 2012, one of her songs was used in a Citibank ad. Her sound was so compelling that thousands sought out the source and propelled her emerging career. She's released six albums, written songs for the likes of Cher and Rihanna, and is about to embark on a world tour. Performing from Los Angeles, here is LP with "Angels.”
Brian Cox on "Succession," career
Actor Brian Cox plays the billionaire father of one of the most dysfunctional families on television. You might be surprised to hear how he compares himself to his character on the HBO show "Succession." Jeff Glor spoke with him about that and his autobiography.
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The future of space commerce
In the early days, space exploration was purely a project of the government. But a push toward privatization is well underway. Barry Petersen takes a look at some of the groundwork being done here on Earth to turn space into a center of commercial activity.
Biden addresses U.S. supply chain issues
President Biden announced a new semiconductor facility will be built in Ohio to help alleviate supply chain issues. Plus, the Biden administration is preparing for a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine. Reuters White House correspondent Jeff Mason joins CBSN's Lana Zak to break down the latest news.
Mom sues Meta and Snap after daughter's suicide
Tammy Rodriguez alleges her daughter's suicide stemmed from an "extreme addiction" to the social media apps.
Netflix tanks again as investors question growth prospects
Streaming giant's stock price has fallen sharply after management said they expect to add fewer subscribers.
IRS will require people to sign up with ID.me to access their online accounts
Starting this summer, an ID.me account will be required to view a tax transcript or pull up payment history on IRS.gov.
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Al Gore is optimistic about future of our planet
U.S. greenhouse gas emissions fell during the height of the pandemic lockdown, but came roaring back in 2021. Former Vice President Al Gore has been a constant voice warning about climate change. He sits down with CBS News to discuss his current views on climate change.
The future of space commerce
In the early days, space exploration was purely a project of the government. But a push toward privatization is well underway. Barry Petersen takes a look at some of the groundwork being done here on Earth to turn space into a center of commercial activity.
Webb space telescope nearing destination a million miles away
If all goes well, Webb will be 100 times more powerful than Hubble — so sensitive to infrared light that it could detect the faint heat of a bumble bee as far away as the moon.
FDA works to approve vaccines for kids under 5
The White House is now working to provide Americans with free N95 masks and at-home COVID-19 test kits. Meanwhile, the Food and Drug Administration is reviewing the vaccines for kids under the age of 5. Emergency medicine physician Dr. Owais Durrani joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the latest efforts to combat the virus.
COVID cases floor Missouri Children's Hospital
Dr. Anthony Fauci said he "absolutely did not know when the FDA will authorize" a COVID vaccine for young children — walking back comments he made indicating that could happen within a month. It comes as infections among children are soaring across the country. Carter Evans has more.
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Was a missing Colorado mother murdered or abducted?
With no shortage of bizarre clues, "nothing is as it seems" in the investigation into Suzanne Morphew's untimely disappearance.
Illegal firearms and gun violence on the rise
Following the fatal shooting of a police officer on Friday, New York City Mayor Eric Adams is calling on the federal government to do more to get illegal firearms off the streets. Gun violence is rising across the U.S., with more than 1,000 people killed in homicides and accidental shootings just this year. Michael George has the details.
1 NYPD officer killed, another "fighting for his life" after shooting in Harlem
"I am struggling to find the words to express the tragedy we're enduring," New York City Police Commissioner Keechant Sewell said Friday.
NYPD officials give update on Harlem shooting
New York City officials spoke Friday after a 22-year-old officer was killed in a shooting while on duty. Watch the press conference here.
Two men face charges after separate incidents of unruly behavior on flights
The charges announced by the Department of Justice come after the Federal Aviation Administration and FBI said they were working on a new process for taking legal action in cases of egregious behavior.
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Webb space telescope nearing destination a million miles away
If all goes well, Webb will be 100 times more powerful than Hubble — so sensitive to infrared light that it could detect the faint heat of a bumble bee as far away as the moon.
Atlas 5 launches two Space Force satellites
The two satellites will monitor other spacecraft in the high altitudes favored by communications stations and spycraft.
SpaceX continues rapid-fire launch cadence
It was SpaceX's third orbital launch in just 12 days.
"Potentially hazardous" asteroid to have close encounter with Earth
January 18 will be the closest the asteroid has come to Earth since 1933.
Why do astronauts get "space anemia"? This study has an answer.
The world-first study found that more than 3 million red blood cells were killed a second in space, compared to just 2 million on Earth.
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Top U.S. athletes to watch at Beijing Winter Olympics
Thousands of the world's best athletes are getting ready for the Beijing Winter Olympics. These top Americans should be on your list to watch.
Evidence in the Suzanne Morphew case
Bizarre clues and evidence in the investigation into the Colorado mother's disappearance include a spy pen, plastic needle cap, and a chipmunk alibi.
Ranking every Super Bowl, from worst to first
There have been some super games since 1967, but which one is the best?
Notable Deaths in 2022
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Sidney Poitier 1927-2022
A look at the career of the Oscar-winning actor-director, one of Hollywood's legendary trailblazers.
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M&M's characters have gotten a modern makeover
M&M's iconic characters have gotten a modern makeover. The redesign is focused on creating a sense of belonging and community, Mars announced.
Students cheer on classmate with Down syndrome
A Texas-area school teacher caught a special moment on camera as a group of kids played basketball. The children pass the ball to another student with Down syndrome, who makes the shot to a roar of cheers. CBS affiliate KHOU-TV's Melissa Correa shares this heart warming story.
Being Different in the Delta
A new episode of CBSN Originals' Reverb series explores the history of anti-Asian racism in Mississippi's Delta region and a new generation that's demanding change.
How the San Francisco Bay is kept safe and clean
A small crew of Army Corp of Engineers normally helps clean the San Francisco Bay. But the group recently had a change in duties when they held a joint search and rescue training exercise with the U.S. Coast Guard. CBS San Francisco's Max Darrow has the story.
Al Gore is optimistic about future of our planet
U.S. greenhouse gas emissions fell during the height of the pandemic lockdown, but came roaring back in 2021. Former Vice President Al Gore has been a constant voice warning about climate change. He sits down with CBS News to discuss his current views on climate change.