Hiring in urban centers isn't keeping up with the burbs
Data from small- and mid-sized businesses show employment in suburbia recovering much faster than in city centers.
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How Joe Biden's EO could make it easier to quit your job
President's executive order aims to change restrictive employment agreements that tie workers to a single employer.
Bernie Madoff made 24 cents an hour in prison
Ponzi schemer who stole billions earned all of $710 for 3,000 hours of labor as a behind-bars orderly in North Carolina.
Regulators warn of a deadly danger to kids in vacation rentals
Airbnb, TripAdvisor and Vrbo urged to require disabling or fixes for residential elevators after a 7-year-old dies.
From Provincetown to Apple HQ, reversing course on COVID-19 easings
Mask mandates, social distancing and other pandemic safety measures are returning with the rise of the Delta variant.
Mario Batali sex-harass settlement: $600,000 to accusers
Celeb chef known for his orange Crocs and ponytail settles charges that he and his restaurant company degraded women.
California sues Activision over "frat boy" work culture
During "cube crawls," male employees walked around offices drinking and harassing female co-workers, California lawsuit states.
Feds: deaths of 6 poultry plant workers "entirely avoidable"
Feds claim facility in Gainesville, Georgia, failed to implement safety procedures needed to prevent nitrogen leak.
Brace for higher stamp prices in August — and slower delivery
Stamp prices will rise to 58 cents from 55 cents in August. Meanwhile, regulators warn about a plan to slow delivery.
What's behind the push for a fourth stimulus check
As the IRS distributes the $1,400 stimulus payments, some lawmakers say the money won't last three months.
What to do if your Child Tax Credit payment is wrong or missing
Some parents say their checks weren't for the correct amount, while others are still waiting. Here are a few answers.
Dow closes past 35,000 for a new record high
Major indexes blast to new records as Wall Street sets aside worries that COVID variants could stub economic growth.
Men have a bigger carbon footprint than women, study finds
Even when the sexes spend the same amount of money, men spend more on cars and fuel, which hurts the environment.
Water risks may soon start to drain profits, companies report
Food and other consumer staples face the highest risk of disruption from water scarcity, a Barclays report found.
Back to the office. What the heck do you wear?
In a hybrid work era expect to see hybrid work wear: untucked shirts, stretch fabrics, jackets with tees — even in the most traditional workplaces.
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Thousands evacuated as "erratic" wildfires rage in California
The Dixie Fire is just 21% contained after burning for two weeks. It's one of 80 fires being battled in 11 Western states.
Simone Biles says she feels "weight of the world" on her shoulders
"I know I brush it off and make it seem like pressure doesn't affect me but damn sometimes it's hard," Biles said after making several errors during qualifiers.
At least 8 dead in multi-vehicle pileup in Utah sandstorm
At least ten others were hurt, several of them critically, authorities said. Several of the dead were children.
Senate negotiators at odds over final details of infrastructure deal
A Democratic source close to the talks said Democratic senators and White House officials made a "global offer" to GOP negotiators Sunday.
Renowned climber killed by avalanche while trying to scale K2
Rick Allen died while trying to reach the summit along a route that had not been attempted previously on the mountain's southeast face.
Hiring in urban centers isn't keeping up with the burbs
Data from small- and mid-sized businesses show employment in suburbia recovering much faster than in city centers.
Watch Live: Biden and Iraqi prime minister meet at White House
There are currently about 2,500 U.S. troops in Iraq supporting the Iraqis' fight against ISIS.
High-level talks between U.S. and China end in a "stalemate"
The meeting throws cold water on near-term hopes for a major summit between Presidents Joe Biden and Xi Jinping.
Tunisia's parliament suspended after violent COVID protests
The country is facing a massive surge in coronavirus cases that's contributed to widespread frustration.
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One entrepreneurial path for Black Americans? The sneaker business
A new program from two entrepreneurs in Atlanta aims to entice Black Americans to become owners of shoe retailers.
The gardener by the Bay
Katie Delwiche's San Francisco gardening business is focused on growth — of her plants and in her clients' lives.
How to avoid getting buried in holiday debt
Consumers with credit card debt are willing to pile on even more during the holidays — that's a mistake, one expert says.
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.
Behind on your rent or mortgage? Here's what to do
Renters should check local protections against evictions, while mortgage holders can negotiate with their servicer.
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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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Broadcaster apologizes for offensive images during Olympics
For Ukraine, the broadcaster showed a photo of Chernobyl and for Romania, an image of Dracula.
High-level talks between U.S. and China end in a "stalemate"
The meeting throws cold water on near-term hopes for a major summit between Presidents Joe Biden and Xi Jinping.
Simone Biles says she feels "weight of the world" on her shoulders
"I know I brush it off and make it seem like pressure doesn't affect me but damn sometimes it's hard," Biles said after making several errors during qualifiers.
Russians ditch space station module, clearing way for new lab
After resolving multiple problems, Russian flight controllers cleared the way for Thursday's arrival of the new Nauka lab module.
Tom Daley wins diving Olympic gold to add to husband's Oscar
Tom Daley's American-born husband, Dustin Lance Black, won a screenwriting Oscar in 2008 for "Milk."
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Broadcaster apologizes for offensive images during Olympics
For Ukraine, the broadcaster showed a photo of Chernobyl and for Romania, an image of Dracula.
Hiring in urban centers isn't keeping up with the burbs
Data from small- and mid-sized businesses show employment in suburbia recovering much faster than in city centers.
Radio host hospitalized with COVID-19 after skipping vaccine
Phil Valentine's brother revealed the host was in critical care and in "very serious condition."
U.S. travel restrictions are staying in place
A White House official cited the Delta variant and climbing cases, especially among the unvaccinated.
Senate negotiators at odds over final details of infrastructure deal
A Democratic source close to the talks said Democratic senators and White House officials made a "global offer" to GOP negotiators Sunday.
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U.S. travel restrictions are staying in place
A White House official cited the Delta variant and climbing cases, especially among the unvaccinated.
Senate negotiators at odds over final details of infrastructure deal
A Democratic source close to the talks said Democratic senators and White House officials made a "global offer" to GOP negotiators Sunday.
Watch Live: Biden and Iraqi prime minister meet at White House
There are currently about 2,500 U.S. troops in Iraq supporting the Iraqis' fight against ISIS.
What's behind the push for a fourth stimulus check
As the IRS distributes the $1,400 stimulus payments, some lawmakers say the money won't last three months.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation" on July 25, 2021
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, former Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams and Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo join John Dickerson.
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"Hacks" star Hannah Einbinder
Actress and standup comedian Hannah Einbinder, one of the stars of the HBO Max comedy "Hacks," joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss her first Emmy nomination, and the show's season 2 renewal.
Remembering comedian Jackie Mason
Jackie Mason, an Emmy and Tony Award-winning standup comedian and actor, died on Saturday at the age of 93. "CBS This Morning" takes a look back at his stage and screen career.
Geena Davis on increasing opportunities for women on screen
Thirty years after starring in the transcendent tale of female friendship "Thelma and Louise," the Oscar-winning actress is still fighting to improve opportunities for women in the film industry, in front of, and behind, the camera.
Geena Davis on increasing opportunities for women on screen
Thirty years after the Oscar-winning actress starred in the transcendent tale of female friendship "Thelma & Louise," Geena Davis is still fighting to improve opportunities for women in the film industry. She talked with correspondent Tracy Smith about seeking change in front of, and behind, the camera; playing an athlete (and becoming one); and what she'd like her headstone to read.
How Coney Island became the people's playground
Amusement park rides and sideshows, hot dogs, and mermaid parades: How a tiny stretch of beachfront in Brooklyn has continued to leave an indelible mark on the world's popular imagination for nearly 150 years.
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California sues Activision over "frat boy" work culture
During "cube crawls," male employees walked around offices drinking and harassing female co-workers, California lawsuit states.
Boeing cleared to launch Starliner on 2nd test flight
It will be the second test flight for Boeing's astronaut ferry ship after a problem-plagued maiden flight in 2019.
The world's top ransomware gangs created a cybercrime cartel
Russian cybercriminal gangs are mentoring younger groups and sharing hacking techniques, tools and data breach details.
FTC votes to defend "right to repair" with "new vigor"
Allowing consumers to make repairs themselves keeps electronics "off the scrap heap," says PIRG campaign director.
Mars rover set to collect first samples
The rover's samples from the floor of an ancient Martian lakebed will be retrieved and returned to Earth later this decade.
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Russians ditch space station module, clearing way for new lab
After resolving multiple problems, Russian flight controllers cleared the way for Thursday's arrival of the new Nauka lab module.
Ex-surgeon general says pandemic is "spiraling out of control again"
General Jerome Adams also called for the CDC to clarify its guidance on mask-wearing for those who are vaccinated.
Gottlieb says U.S. likely "much further in this epidemic than we're picking up"
Dr. Scott Gottlieb, former Food and Drug Administration commissioner, said that could mean "hopefully we're going to turn a corner" in the next two to three weeks.
A sense of direction: Finding your way without GPS
Many animals share a unique sense of navigation, but not all humans are so gifted. Dr. Jon LaPook (who describes himself as "direction-challenged") shares tips from experts about how better to steer ourselves through uncharted territory – and get back again.
Drug-resistant superbug fungus spread in two U.S. cities, CDC says
Found in hospitals and long-term care facilities, the cases indicate what may be the first known transmissions in the U.S.
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How to manage juvenile arthritis
July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month. The inflammatory and rheumatic conditions impact around 300,000 children and teens in the U.S. Dr. Ashira Blazer, rheumatologist at NYU Langone Health, joins CBSN to discuss how young patients can take control and manage their conditions.
U.S. travel restrictions are staying in place
A White House official cited the Delta variant and climbing cases, especially among the unvaccinated.
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.
Ex-surgeon general says pandemic is "spiraling out of control again"
General Jerome Adams also called for the CDC to clarify its guidance on mask-wearing for those who are vaccinated.
Gottlieb says U.S. likely "much further in this epidemic than we're picking up"
Dr. Scott Gottlieb, former Food and Drug Administration commissioner, said that could mean "hopefully we're going to turn a corner" in the next two to three weeks.
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Hiring in urban centers isn't keeping up with the burbs
Data from small- and mid-sized businesses show employment in suburbia recovering much faster than in city centers.
How Joe Biden's EO could make it easier to quit your job
President's executive order aims to change restrictive employment agreements that tie workers to a single employer.
Bernie Madoff made 24 cents an hour in prison
Ponzi schemer who stole billions earned all of $710 for 3,000 hours of labor as a behind-bars orderly in North Carolina.
Regulators warn of a deadly danger to kids in vacation rentals
Airbnb, TripAdvisor and Vrbo urged to require disabling or fixes for residential elevators after a 7-year-old dies.
From Provincetown to Apple HQ, reversing course on COVID-19 easings
Mask mandates, social distancing and other pandemic safety measures are returning with the rise of the Delta variant.
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Suspicions raised after woman says she accidentally shot her boyfriend
The relationship between high school sweethearts turns toxic, culminating in a fatal shooting with allegations of abuse that would leave their families shattered and their small town of Griffin, Georgia, divided over the evidence in the case.
"Dating Game Killer" Rodney Alcala dies at 77
Alcala was given the nickname the "Dating Game Killer" for his appearance on the show in 1978.
Could new developments help Kevin Cooper's bid for freedom?
A man on death row says his blood was planted at the crime scene. Will an empty vial help his case?
Evidence photos: Chino Hills massacre
Four people were brutally murdered in Chino Hills, Calif,. in 1983. Evidence used to convict Kevin Cooper is being questioned more than 35 years later.
Bernie Madoff made 24 cents an hour in prison
Ponzi schemer who stole billions earned all of $710 for 3,000 hours of labor as a behind-bars orderly in North Carolina.
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Russians ditch space station module, clearing way for new lab
After resolving multiple problems, Russian flight controllers cleared the way for Thursday's arrival of the new Nauka lab module.
Boeing cleared to launch Starliner on 2nd test flight
It will be the second test flight for Boeing's astronaut ferry ship after a problem-plagued maiden flight in 2019.
July's full Buck moon rises this week — and it may appear red
The full moon may appear a reddish-orange hue — and this time, it's not because of an eclipse.
NASA shares epic image of moon's shadow during solar eclipse
In rare instances, a camera nearly one million miles away has the chance to capture an eclipse.
Mars rover set to collect first samples
The rover's samples from the floor of an ancient Martian lakebed will be retrieved and returned to Earth later this decade.
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Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
Investigators want the public's help identifying women and children in convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs.
Evidence in the case against Mary Katherine Higdon
The investigation into Steven Freeman's death reveals a toxic relationship between high school sweethearts.
Evidence photos: Chino Hills massacre
Four people were brutally murdered in Chino Hills, Calif,. in 1983. Evidence used to convict Kevin Cooper is being questioned more than 35 years later.
Musicians are back on stage
After COVID shuttered live music events around the world in 2020, musical artists are now returning to festival and concert stages - and so are the fans.
Tokyo Olympics opening ceremony
A display of fireworks and choreography unfolded in a near-empty stadium in a subdued ceremony.
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How to manage juvenile arthritis
July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month. The inflammatory and rheumatic conditions impact around 300,000 children and teens in the U.S. Dr. Ashira Blazer, rheumatologist at NYU Langone Health, joins CBSN to discuss how young patients can take control and manage their conditions.
Wildfires force evacuations and destroy homes
The massive Dixie Fire in California is spreading after ravaging more than a dozen homes over the weekend. Meanwhile, a spokesperson for Oregon's Forestry Department said the Bootleg Fire is generating so much energy that it's changing the weather. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans joined CBSN from Quincy, California, to discuss.
Fighting for Paradise: Puerto Rico's Future
CBSN Originals' new documentary explores the growing economic inequality in Puerto Rico and the divide over whether statehood is the solution.
World View: Deadly landslides in India; Tunisian president ousts prime minister
Flooding and landslides have killed at least nine people in India. Meanwhile, unrest and protests in Tunisia over the government's handling of the coronavirus pandemic has led to the president firing the prime minister and suspending parliament. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joined "CBSN AM" with the latest news from around the world.
New Olympic sports target youth
More than 20 years after the International Olympic Committee added snowboarding to the Winter Olympics, now it's introducing summer events that seem pulled from the X Games playbook. Analysts say this is about creating a whole new generation of Olympic fans. Jamie Yuccas reports.