"Hunger cliff" looms as states set to slash food-stamp benefits
Typical food-aid benefit will decline by $82 per person in March, with some recipients getting as little as $23 a month.
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Here's a sneak peek at some of this year's Super Bowl ads
Among the celebs making an appearance in Super Bowl LVII ads are Tony Romo, Adam Driver and Serena Williams.
Southwest Airlines "held together with duct tape," pilot says
A lack of "operational resilience" led carrier to cancel 16,000 flights, carrier's chief operating officer said.
Yahoo plans to cut 20% of its workers as tech layoffs pile up
Tech companies have cut more than 60,000 jobs in the past month alone, reversing a hiring spree during the pandemic.
Some Super Bowl party snacks will cost less this year
Americans watching Sunday's big game will spend less for meat and some other items for their Super Bowl parties this year.
Here's how people in 3 different industries use ChatGPT for work
ChatGPT has already become an integral part of how many workers do their jobs in real estate, finance and more.
Consumer Reports finds "unpredictable" mercury spikes in canned tuna
The mercury levels were within FDA standards, but Consumer Reports suggests that pregnant people "avoid canned tuna altogether."
Battery recycling firm founded by former Tesla employee wins $2B loan
A Nevada company that recycles batteries for electric vehicles has won a $2 billion green energy loan from the Biden administration.
IRS tells millions of Americans to hold off on tax filing
Tax agency said it is trying to determine whether tax rebates, issued in many states last year, count as income.
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Yahoo plans to cut 20% of its workers as tech layoffs pile up
Tech companies have cut more than 60,000 jobs in the past month alone, reversing a hiring spree during the pandemic.
Here's how people in 3 different industries use ChatGPT for work
ChatGPT has already become an integral part of how many workers do their jobs in real estate, finance and more.
Here are the latest tech layoffs as the industry shudders
Tech companies large and small are slashing their payrolls, fearing a recession is on the way. Here's a running list.
Microsoft unveils search engine with ChatGPT-like functions
Tech giant is building artificial intelligence directly into Bing, CEO Satya Nadella tells "CBS Mornings."
Alphabet rolls out chatbot "Bard," its answer to ChatGPT
AI tool can help users decide which instrument to learn or explain complex topics, according to CEO Sundar Pichai.
Dell joins parade of tech giants slashing their workforces
The computer maker said it is cutting 5% of its workforce as consumer demand fades.
How will Netflix stop you from sharing your password?
Streaming company said a crackdown is coming by March, but a similar effort in other countries yielded mixed results.
Microsoft rolling out ChatGPT-powered Teams for $7 a month
After investing billions in AI-chatbot, the tech company is already using it to help improve consumers' work patterns.
ChatGPT is growing faster than TikTok
AI text tool is already estimated to have acquired 100 million monthly users only two months after it was launched.
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Stunning rescues in earthquake zone even as hopes of more dim fast
The death toll in the Turkey-Syria border region keeps rising and frigid temperatures aren't helping survivors clinging to life under rubble or coping out in the open.
Pence subpoenaed by special counsel investigating Trump, sources say
Special counsel Jack Smith was appointed in November to oversee the Justice Department's criminal investigations into Trump.
Family separated under Trump wins asylum, but others remain in limbo
The Biden administration has reunited more than 600 children who were separated from their parents along the U.S.-Mexico border, but many families face legal obstacles.
Widow of U.S. lawyer found dead in Mexico on "strange" incident before his death
"I think it's very strange that two hours before my husband is killed this happens to us," Kim Williams said.
Why China not taking a U.S. crisis line call is "really dangerous"
One expert says amid "political environments of hostility and mistrust," without clear lines of communication used by both sides, things "could go wrong in a hurry."
Israeli police say 2 killed, including a child, in car ramming attack
The incident comes amid spiraling violence in Israel and the occupied West Bank, convincing one fed up Jerusalem resident that all powers involved "want the division."
2 Americans among 3 dead climbing one of world's tallest peaks
Two Americans and a Norwegian died over the past four days while climbing Mt. Aconcagua, Argentine police said.
Tesla driver pleads not guilty to attempted murder of family in cliff plunge
Dharmesh Patel's wife and two young children were in the car polce say he drove off the cliff on purpose. Authorities first called the family's survival a miracle.
Suspect caught after allegedly shooting 2 cops and stealing one of their cars
The manhunt for David Linthicum prompted authorities to order a shelter-in-place for a portion of Baltimore County and some schools to close.
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Abortion care startup touts the merits of telemedicine
Abortion pill provider reports big increase in online traffic — and high anxiety among patients — after Roe was struck down.
Abortion pill startup sells meds to women who aren't pregnant
Company says giving patients abortion pills before they're needed provides "peace of mind."
Community aids in Filipino food truck's pandemic rebound
Owner encourages customers to "give a high five" to local businesses raising prices. "It means a lot."
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.
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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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Widow of U.S. lawyer found dead in Mexico on "strange" incident before his death
"I think it's very strange that two hours before my husband is killed this happens to us," Kim Williams said.
Suspect arrested in death of kindergarten teacher found in shallow grave
Luz Hernandez, 33, leaves behind three children, the youngest only 2 years old.
A mother is kidnapped and forced to rob a bank to save her daughter's life
At his trial, Michelle Renee's abductor falsely claimed she had masterminded the plot and that they previously had an affair.
Tesla driver pleads not guilty to attempted murder of family in cliff plunge
Dharmesh Patel's wife and two young children were in the car police say he drove off the cliff on purpose. Authorities first called the family's survival a miracle.
Family separated under Trump wins asylum, but others remain in limbo
The Biden administration has reunited more than 600 children who were separated from their parents along the U.S.-Mexico border, but many families face legal obstacles.
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"Hunger cliff" looms as states set to slash food-stamp benefits
Typical food-aid benefit will decline by $82 per person in March, with some recipients getting as little as $23 a month.
Yahoo plans to cut 20% of its workers as tech layoffs pile up
Tech companies have cut more than 60,000 jobs in the past month alone, reversing a hiring spree during the pandemic.
Battery recycling firm founded by former Tesla employee wins $2B loan
A Nevada company that recycles batteries for electric vehicles has won a $2 billion green energy loan from the Biden administration.
Some Super Bowl party snacks will cost less this year
Americans watching Sunday's big game will spend less for meat and some other items for their Super Bowl parties this year.
Consumer Reports finds "unpredictable" mercury spikes in canned tuna
The mercury levels were within FDA standards, but Consumer Reports suggests that pregnant people "avoid canned tuna altogether."
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Why China not taking a U.S. crisis line call is "really dangerous"
One expert says amid "political environments of hostility and mistrust," without clear lines of communication used by both sides, things "could go wrong in a hurry."
Family separated under Trump wins asylum, but others remain in limbo
The Biden administration has reunited more than 600 children who were separated from their parents along the U.S.-Mexico border, but many families face legal obstacles.
Former acting defense secretary thinks defense budget should be halved
Miller argues the Pentagon budget, now at $816 billion, could be slashed by as much as half.
Jason Miller returns as adviser for Trump's 2024 presidential campaign
Miller, who worked in a senior capacity in both Trump's 2016 and 2020 campaigns, will step away from his executive role at GETTR, the conservative social media platform.
Gun measure still blocked after Oregon Supreme Court declines to act
Oregon's Supreme Court concluded it wouldn't be appropriate to get involved while the matter is still being addressed in a trial court.
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Consumer Reports finds "unpredictable" mercury spikes in canned tuna
The mercury levels were within FDA standards, but Consumer Reports suggests that pregnant people "avoid canned tuna altogether."
U.S. to test vaccine against bird flu outbreak
The global spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza has devastated the commercial poultry industry and wild birds in recent years.
Deaths mount as Malawi faces its worst-ever cholera outbreak
The southern African nation saw a 143% increase in the number of cholera cases recorded last month compared to December.
Bestselling author on lessons for living longer
There's not just one trick to living longer, but bestselling author Dan Buettner says the best place to start is in the kitchen. He estimates the average American could live about six extra years if they switched from a standard American diet to a plant-based one. Norah O'Donnell has more.
What the end of the COVID-19 emergency means for free vaccines, health data and more
Most Americans will continue to get vaccines for free, but tests and antiviral pills could get costly later this year.
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Israeli police say 2 killed, including a child, in car ramming attack
The incident comes amid spiraling violence in Israel and the occupied West Bank, convincing one fed up Jerusalem resident that all powers involved "want the division."
Why China not taking a U.S. crisis line call is "really dangerous"
One expert says amid "political environments of hostility and mistrust," without clear lines of communication used by both sides, things "could go wrong in a hurry."
2 Americans among 3 dead climbing one of world's tallest peaks
Two Americans and a Norwegian died over the past four days while climbing Mt. Aconcagua, Argentine police said.
Stunning rescues in earthquake zone even as hopes of more dim fast
The death toll in the Turkey-Syria border region keeps rising and frigid temperatures aren't helping survivors clinging to life under rubble or coping out in the open.
Queens family among thousands killed in earthquake in Turkey
Burak and Kimberly Marilyn Firik and their two sons were killed when the building they were in collapsed.
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Singer Elle King embraces country music
Singer-songwriter Elle King is out with a new album, “Come Get Your Wife”. It is her first country music album, after nearly a decade in rock and pop. King recently moved to Nashville where she is embracing the genre. Jan Crawford met up with her in Music City to talk about the new album, motherhood and the path that led her to where she is now.
Vanessa Hudgens announces engagement
Hudgens revealed in 2021 that she and Tucker met through a Zoom meditation group: "I fully just slid into his DMs."
Rihanna says Super Bowl Halftime Show setlist has changed 39 times
Rihanna's performance at Super Bowl LVII will be her first in nearly seven years.
Movie producer sentenced to 5 years in prison for operating prostitution ring
Prosecutors said Dillon Jordan operated the business from 2010 to 2017 through a purported party and event planning company and his actual movie production company.
Super Bowl menu ideas and recipes
From burgers, hot dogs, tacos, BBQ and wings, to salsas and cocktails, here are some tempting recipes from top chefs, cookbook authors and restaurateurs to go with watching the Big Game!
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Can robots and humans coexist? Texas researchers want to find out.
Scientists are deploying robots on the campus of University of Texas at Austin to see how they interact with the community.
Texas program studies human-robot interactions
Can robots and humans coexist? Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin are trying to find out by studying the interactions between humans and robots. Omar Villafranca takes a look.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
Yahoo plans to cut 20% of its workers as tech layoffs pile up
Tech companies have cut more than 60,000 jobs in the past month alone, reversing a hiring spree during the pandemic.
Trump's Facebook and Instagram accounts active again
The accounts were suspended following the Jan. 6, 2021 assault on the U.S. Capitol.
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Jupiter sets record after 12 new moons discovered
Telescopes in Hawaii and Chile have discovered a dozen new moons around Jupiter, bringing the total to 92 moons -- more than any planet in our solar system.
Many buildings in Turkey collapsed like pancakes in quake
Some 3,450 buildings have collapsed, according to the Turkish government, in the quakes that have so far killed more than 6,000.
Astronomers discover 12 new moons around Jupiter
The new moons were discovered using telescopes in Hawaii and Chile, and their orbits were confirmed with follow-up observations.
Scientists hope lab-grown coral can save endangered Florida Keys reef
An outbreak of stony coral tissue loss disease threatens to destroy 20 of the 45 species in the world's third-largest coral reef.
Scientists work to save Florida's coral reef
The world's third-largest coral reef just off the Florida Keys was once a vibrant habitat for millions of plants and animals. But an outbreak of stony coral tissue loss disease is threatening to destroy it. Scientists are trying to regrow the coral in a lab hundreds of miles away to save it. Manuel Bojorquez takes a look.
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Suspect arrested in death of kindergarten teacher found in shallow grave
Luz Hernandez, 33, leaves behind three children, the youngest only 2 years old.
A mother is kidnapped and forced to rob a bank to save her daughter's life
At his trial, Michelle Renee's abductor falsely claimed she had masterminded the plot and that they previously had an affair.
Tesla driver pleads not guilty to attempted murder of family in cliff plunge
Dharmesh Patel's wife and two young children were in the car police say he drove off the cliff on purpose. Authorities first called the family's survival a miracle.
DNA links man to 1981 murders of women: "Hiding in plain sight for over 40 years"
The District Attorney's Office hasn't decided whether to seek the death penalty or life in prison without parole.
Suspect caught after allegedly shooting 2 cops, stealing one of their cars
The manhunt for David Linthicum prompted authorities to order a shelter-in-place for a portion of Baltimore County and some schools to close.
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SpaceX test fires Super Heavy booster in major milestone
During the seven-second test, 31 Raptor engines fired in concert, a major milestone for SpaceX.
Scientists find dense ring around dwarf planet, but can't quite explain why
Quaoar is part of a collection of about 3,000 dwarf planets known as trans-Neptunian objects, which are beyond the orbit of the planet Neptune.
SpaceX launches Spanish communications station
The satellite will serve the Americas, Greenland and Atlantic Ocean air and sea lanes.
Astronomers discover 12 new moons around Jupiter
The new moons were discovered using telescopes in Hawaii and Chile, and their orbits were confirmed with follow-up observations.
Spacewalk underway, and more space news
Astronauts are conducting a spacewalk outside the International Space Station. And NASA is marking 20 years since the space shuttle Columbia disaster. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joined Anne-Marie Green and Janet Shamlian with more on those stories, plus details on the "green comet" passing by Earth.
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Campaign of Deceit | CBS Reports
Since the day George Santos announced his bid for a seat in Congress, much of what he’s said about his life and career has proven to be false. So who is George Santos? CBS Reports follows his unlikely path from a basement in Queens to seaside Brazil to Long Island’s wealthiest suburbs – unwinding a campaign of deceit that delivered him to the loftiest halls of power in Washington.
Singer Elle King embraces country music
Singer-songwriter Elle King is out with a new album, “Come Get Your Wife”. It is her first country music album, after nearly a decade in rock and pop. King recently moved to Nashville where she is embracing the genre. Jan Crawford met up with her in Music City to talk about the new album, motherhood and the path that led her to where she is now.
Super Bowl cities showdown
With the Super Bowl coming up this weekend, the Philladelphia Eagles face off with the Kansas City Chiefs. “CBS Mornings” visited both cities in our annual super cities showdown. Dana Jacobson and Michelle Miller report.
Kelce brothers face-off in Super Bowl LVII
Jason Kelce with the Philadelphia Eagles and Travis Kelce with the Kansas City Chiefs are making history as the first brothers to face each other in a Super Bowl. Kris Van Cleave spoke with their very proud parents.
Nate Burleson previews his Rihanna interview
"CBS Mornings" co-host Nate Burleson previews his interview with Super Bowl LVII half-time performer Rihanna for NFL+.