Tesla's Model Y, other EVs now qualify for $7,500 tax credit
Government's new classification of cars that qualify for the generous tax credit is a win for Tesla and other automakers.
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Companies give people fake "manager" titles, and save billions
Calling your retail clerk an "assistant store manager" has a surprisingly big payoff, new research finds.
Some employers are still adding jobs. Here's who is hiring.
Unemployment rate is lowest since 1969, as some employers continue to hire new workers — especially in key industries.
U.S. added 517,000 jobs in January, blowing away forecasts
The job market remains red-hot despite the Federal Reserve's push to slow economic growth.
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.
EzriCare recalls tear drops after reports of vision loss, death
Federal regulators have linked the drops to over 50 reports of eye infection and one death.
Record share of Americans are raiding their 401(k) plans
More employees are tapping their nest eggs to cover financial emergencies, from medical care to avoiding eviction.
After-hours work emails are facing more legal restrictions
Tired of after-work emails and calls? Lawmakers across the globe are pushing back on the blurring of work and home life.
Jury clears Elon Musk of wrongdoing related to Tesla tweets
Jurors found the Tesla CEO didn't mislead investors in claiming he had lined up funding to take the car company public.
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Should seniors buy medical alerts?
For seniors on a budget, medical alert systems can be a cost-effective and reliable form of security.
The cheapest dog breeds to insure
When it comes to pet insurance premiums, your dog's breed can play a big role. Here's what you need to know.
How soon can you refinance a mortgage?
Mortgage refinancing can be beneficial for a wide range of homeowners. But when can you apply?
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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.
White House takes aim at Apple and Google for their app stores
Commerce Department report accuses two tech giants of operating mobile app stores that stifle competition.
These jobs are most likely to be replaced by ChatGPT and AI
New bots and other AI tools are likely to supplant people in performing certain workplace tasks, experts say.
PayPal to cut 2,000 jobs, or 7% of its workforce
The digital payments company is the latest tech giant to slash jobs, citing a "challenging macro-economic environment."
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.
State Farm says it stopped insuring some Kia, Hyundai vehicles
The decision comes after an analysis found some 2015-19 Hyundai and Kia vehicles lack protections to prevent theft.
Amazon launches subscription prescription drug service
New program lets Amazon Prime members pay a modest monthly fee for access to common generic medications.
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Suspected Chinese spy balloon shot down off South Carolina coast
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said President Biden authorized the operation to shoot down the balloon.
50-car train derailment in Ohio causes massive fire, evacuations
Local officials notified residents that an evacuation order remained in place Saturday morning for people within a mile of the scene.
DNC passes new primary calendar making S.C. first and booting Iowa
New Hampshire's place in the process is still an open question, after state Democrats say they could skip the line.
Record wind chill of 108 degees below zero set atop Mount Washington
A record-setting wind chill of 108 degrees below zero was seen on the summit of Mount Washington in New Hampshire, the National Weather Service said.
Suspect arrested in San Francisco synagogue shooting
The man is suspected of firing a gun loaded with blanks. There were no injuries.
Man arrested for leaving dead fish at "Goonies" house after Coast Guard rescue
Jericho Labonte, 35, also stole the boat that he piloted into the choppy waters of the Columbia River, police said.
Off-duty NYPD officer shot, wounded while trying to buy car in Brooklyn
The shooting occurred after the off-duty officer arrived at a prearranged meeting spot to look at a vehicle, authorities said.
2 planes avoid crash after possible air traffic control mishap, FAA says
A FedEx cargo jet was attempting to land when a Southwest Airlines jet was cleared to take off from the same runway, the FAA said.
LeBron moves to within 36 points of breaking Kareem's hallowed record
James had 27 points Saturday night against the Pelicans, putting him just 36 points shy of breaking Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's career scoring record.
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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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Off-duty NYPD officer shot, wounded while trying to buy car in Brooklyn
The shooting occurred after the off-duty officer arrived at a prearranged meeting spot to look at a vehicle, authorities said.
2 planes avoid crash after possible air traffic control mishap, FAA says
A FedEx cargo jet was attempting to land when a Southwest Airlines jet was cleared to take off from the same runway, the FAA said.
Suspect arrested in San Francisco synagogue shooting
The man is suspected of firing a gun loaded with blanks. There were no injuries.
Suspected Chinese spy balloon shot down off South Carolina coast
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said President Biden authorized the operation to shoot down the balloon.
Record wind chill of 108 degees below zero set atop Mount Washington
A record-setting wind chill of 108 degrees below zero was seen on the summit of Mount Washington in New Hampshire, the National Weather Service said.
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Jury clears Elon Musk of wrongdoing related to Tesla tweets
Jurors found the Tesla CEO didn't mislead investors in claiming he had lined up funding to take the car company public.
After-hours work emails are facing more legal restrictions
Tired of after-work emails and calls? Lawmakers across the globe are pushing back on the blurring of work and home life.
Some employers are still adding jobs. Here's who is hiring.
Unemployment rate is lowest since 1969, as some employers continue to hire new workers — especially in key industries.
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.
Here are the states Americans are moving to — and why
Hundreds of thousands of Americans moved last year. The reason? Think housing costs, jobs and taxes.
Politics
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DNC passes new primary calendar making S.C. first and booting Iowa
New Hampshire's place in the process is still an open question, after state Democrats say they could skip the line.
Biden tells DNC that House Republicans "intend to destroy the progress we've made"
President Biden addressed the Democratic National Committee's winter meeting in Philadelphia.
"I wouldn't underestimate" Xi's ambitions for Taiwan, says CIA director
"We know as a matter of intelligence that he's instructed the People's Liberation Army to be ready by 2027 to conduct a successful invasion," Burns also said.
Fentanyl seizures rise at U.S.-Mexico border — here's why
GOP lawmakers have incorrectly blamed the spike in fentanyl overdoses on migrants, whom they blame for bringing the drugs across the border.
George Santos may owe thousands for traffic violations in two states
At least 16 unpaid tickets, totaling more than $3,400, are tied to a car associated with Santos, records show.
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EzriCare recalls tear drops after reports of vision loss, death
Federal regulators have linked the drops to over 50 reports of eye infection and one death.
How to help someone in cardiac arrest
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook and critical care specialist at NYU Langone Dr. Deepak Pradhan join "CBS Mornings" to demonstrate life-saving techniques when a person goes into cardiac arrest.
FDA faults company behind recalled eye drops for multiple violations
Global Pharma's eye drops have been linked to a U.S. outbreak which has led to at least five people losing their vision.
Employees had nowhere to wash hands at ice cream factory behind listeria outbreak, FDA says
The FDA's investigation found a range of issues at the ice cream manufacturer that contributed to the outbreak, including a lack of a written food safety plan.
COVID vaccine, treatments could go to private market this summer, official says
Dr. Ashish Jha said he was hopeful insurers would still cover COVID-19 tests after the official end of the public health emergency.
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22 dead in Chile, as firefighters battle dozens of wildfires
Chile's government extended an emergency declaration to another region as wildfires continue to rage.
Suspected Chinese spy balloon shot down off South Carolina coast
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said President Biden authorized the operation to shoot down the balloon.
Teenage girl killed by shark in Australia while jet skiing
The 16-year-old was pulled from the Swan River with critical injuries.
FAA orders ground stop at 3 airports where suspected spy balloon last seen
The Federal Aviation Administration paused arrivals to and departures from airports in North and South Carolina.
British sailors hospitalized after drinking water on naval ship
A Royal Navy warship has returned to port in Britain after several sailors got sick from the vessel's drinking water.
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2023 Grammys: How to watch Beyoncé vs. Adele, Bad Bunny and more
Beyoncé and Adele will once again contend for top honors, while Lizzo and Harry Styles return and Bad Bunny makes history.
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.
Trevor Noah on preparing to host the Grammy Awards: "A crazy journey"
You can watch the Grammy Awards on CBS and streaming on Paramount+ starting at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on Sunday.
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi renew vows in surprise ceremony
de Rossi walked into her birthday wearing a wedding gown, which shocked DeGeneres.
Connie Britton on new series, "Dear Edward"
Connie Britton joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new series, "Dear Edward." The show is about a 12-year-old boy who becomes the lone survivor of a plane crash. Britton stars as Dee Dee Cameron, a wealthy and privileged woman who loses her husband in the crash. Britton discusses the inspiration behind her character.
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Report: China can spy on people using microchips
A new OODA report warns that Chinese-manufactured microchips embedded in smart devices such as fridges and laptops, pose a threat to U.K. national security. The author of the report, Charles Parton, joined CBS News to discuss how such microchips could also impact U.S. national security.
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.
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.
A first-generation iPhone is expected to go for $50,000 at auction
The 2007 phone, which is still sealed and in its box, was likely bought for $499 to $599.
ChatGPT launches new detection tool
The maker of ChatGPT has released a new tool that can help teachers detect if text was produced by a student or artificial intelligence. Kyle Wiggers, a senior reporter at TechCrunch, joined CBS News to discuss the new tool.
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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.
Scientists in China are cloning "super cows"
The cloned animals are capable of producing 18 tons of milk a year, or 50% more than a typical American cow.
Investors eye water rights amid drought
As the Western megadrought continues, investors have been buying up land to secure the water rights that go along with them. Ben Tracy takes a look.
New York investors eye increasingly scarce water in the West
Investment firms are showing a growing interest in an increasingly scarce natural resource in the American West. For some, that's concerning.
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Off-duty NYPD officer shot, wounded while trying to buy car in Brooklyn
The shooting occurred after the off-duty officer arrived at a prearranged meeting spot to look at a vehicle, authorities said.
Man arrested for leaving dead fish at "Goonies" house after Coast Guard rescue
Jericho Labonte, 35, also stole the boat that he piloted into the choppy waters of the Columbia River, police said.
Police arrest man in case of missing zoo monkeys
Dallas police said Friday they have arrested a man in connection with two monkeys who went missing last week from the Dallas Zoo. The suspect is also charged in connection with the temporary disappearance of a leopard last month. The monkeys were found unharmed in an abandoned house.
Fentanyl seizures rise at U.S.-Mexico border — here's why
GOP lawmakers have incorrectly blamed the spike in fentanyl overdoses on migrants, whom they blame for bringing the drugs across the border.
Arrests made in "cartel-style execution" that killed 6 people, including a baby
One of the suspects was arrested after a gunbattle, a sheriff said.
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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.
20 years after Columbia disaster, NASA remembers crew and lessons learned
Columbia's destruction and the loss of its crew triggered a sharp change of course for America's space program.
Mars craters and cracks create image of a teddy bear
The surprise bear face spans more than 1 mile across.
Lauren Sanchez plans all-women space flight aboard Bezos' Blue Origin rocket
"He'll be cheering us all on from the sidelines," Sanchez said of Amazon and Blue Origin founder Jeff Bezos, who is also her boyfriend.
Rocket Lab launches first flight from Virginia's Eastern Shore
After 32 launches from Rocket Lab's New Zealand facility, the company is now set for regular flights from Virginia's Eastern Shore.
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Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Matthew Trussler murder: Inside the case
Matthew Trussler was found dead at the home he shared with his fiancée Melissa Turner. See the evidence that led to authorities piecing together his death.
The Circleville letters: You've got hate mail
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
Celebrities who filed for bankruptcy
They may have famous names and big careers, but these celebs also ran into financial trouble.
Stunning photos from NASA's Artemis I moon mission
The Orion spacecraft sent back some amazing pictures from its 25-day, 1.4-million-mile journey around the moon.
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Suspected Chinese spy balloon shot down
U.S. officials confirmed to CBS News that a suspected Chinese spy balloon, which was discovered flying over the mainland U.S. this week, was shot down off the coast of South Carolina Saturday by U.S. fighter jets. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin has more.
Say She She performs "Blow My Mind"
Each member of the brooklyn-based trio Say She She grew up singing classical music. And that's just one influence on their sound - which incorporates everything from funk to jazz and even the rhythms of Bollywood. It's all led to five-star critical reviews, a growing fan base, and their current U.S. and European tour. Now, here is Say She She with "Blow My Mind."
Say She She performs "Norma"
Each member of the Brooklyn-based trio Say She She grew up singing classical music. And that's just one influence on their sound - which incorporates everything from funk to jazz and even the rhythms of Bollywood. It's all led to five-star critical reviews, a growing fan base, and their current U.S. and European tour. Now, here is Say She She with "Norma."
Say She She performs "Fortune Teller"
Each member of the brooklyn-based trio Say She She grew up singing classical music. And that's just one influence on their sound - which incorporates everything from funk to jazz and even the rhythms of Bollywood. It's all led to five-star critical reviews, a growing fan base, and their current U.S. and European tour. Now, from their debut album "Prism," here is Say She She with "Fortune Teller."
The Dish: Toya Boudy
Toya Boudy is a New Orleans-based chef, cookbook author and cultural ambassador. And she’s known for putting a unique twist on classic New Orleans-style dishes - and taking the mystery and challenge out of preparing them. Michelle Miller reports.