EMS workers are quitting. COVID-19 makes the job too risky
"I knew it would probably kill me if I went out there," says one emergency responder on his decision to retire early.
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Almost 110,000 Americans died waiting for disability hearing
Appeals backlog means people can wait years for their cases to be heard. By then, it's often too late.
Didn't get stimulus check for your child? IRS says apply now
Tax agency is reopening a website for federal benefit recipients whose children didn't receive the relief money.
FDA says these sanitizers won't protect you against COVID-19
Some disinfecting products don't contain enough active ingredients to kill the coronavirus, regulators say.
Could workers get a raise under Trump's payroll tax plan?
President Donald Trump's payroll tax plan raises as many questions as it answers. Here's what you need to know.
Facebook says Apple's app store fees hurt small businesses
The social-networking giant wants to offer small businesses the ability to do online events without Apple taking a cut.
TikTok and its employees prepare to battle Trump
President Trump ordered sweeping bans on the video app last week, calling it a threat to U.S. national security.
One of the most reliable indicators of reelection looks ominous for Trump
An election forecaster's model relying on this single economic data point would have correctly predicted the winner of all 11 elections with an incumbent president running since World War II.
Teaching your children about personal finance
Research shows money habits are set by the age of seven. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger discusses how to teach children to be financially literate and when to introduce them to various concepts surrounding money.
Uber says its drivers make $55,000 a year — critics say no way
Outside studies have found that drivers for the ride-hailing service can expect to make less than $20,000 a year.
Kroger dips with onions possibly tainted with salmonella recalled
Largest U.S. supermarket chain says in-house dips and spreads may contain bacteria linked to hundreds of illnesses.
How long would Trump's extra unemployment aid last?
Additional benefits could be exhausted within six weeks, while some workers could receive less than $400 per week.
AMC movie theaters to reopen with 15-cent tickets
The price reflects the cost of movie tickets in the 1920s, but will only be offered on reopening day.
Trump's $400 in unemployment aid: When would it start?
Even if states can provide the benefit, it could take several weeks for workers to receive it, experts say.
Fortnite maker sues Apple and Google after app booted from stores
The suits come in response to Apple and Google blocking the game after Epic introduced a direct payment system for its users, effectively shutting out the tech titans from collecting fees.
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Postal Service warns states mail ballots might not be counted in time
The letters are coming as the postal service faces a financial crisis that has been exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic.
Latin America: The global epicenter of COVID-19
Latin America, which accounts for 8% of the world population, has reported nearly 30% of the global fatalities.
Doctor has counted more health care worker deaths than CDC
Dr. Claire Rezba has counted at least 1,000 lives lost while working in health care during the pandemic.
Biden-Harris ticket rakes in millions after running mate announcement
The Democratic presidential ticket hauled in $48 million in just 48 hours.
Cop fired over racist Christmas tree decorations reinstated
The Minneapolis officer is back on the force amid a push for arbitration reform in the wake of George Floyd's killing.
COVID-19 symptoms often appear in this order, study finds
"Fever is number one, followed by cough, followed by aches and pains — and they do not all have to appear in sequence, they can appear together," Dr. Bob Lahita said of the first grouping of symptoms.
White House report recommends Georgia issue statewide mask mandate
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp is trying to stop Atlanta from mandating masks.
California becomes first state to surpass 600,000 virus cases
The state leads the nation in COVID-19 cases, followed by Florida and Texas.
Kushner has "no reason to believe" Harris is not eligible to run
Kushner would not say why President Trump didn't debunk the theory at a press conference Thursday.
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Bookstore owners urge readers to go "beyond the book"
The bookstore said it has championed black authors and stories of the African diaspora for 13 years.
40% of black-owned businesses may not survive coronavirus
Largely deprived of federal aid, many African-American business owners are closing their doors for good.
An urban farm's quest to survive and thrive
Before the coronavirus, this non-profit farm was flourishing. Amid an uncertain future, they're still giving back.
Drone portraits capture stay-at-home era
When the coronavirus pandemic hit the U.S., photographer Tec Petaja sought out a creative outlet and a way to give back.
New York bistro owner finds lifeline in rotisserie chickens
What started as a popup venture before the coronavirus crisis can "became something that can grow" for the future.
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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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U.N. votes not to extend arms embargo against Iran
U.S. Secretary of State Michael Pompeo slammed the vote in a statement, calling it "inexcusable."
Latin America: The global epicenter of COVID-19
Latin America, which accounts for 8% of the world population, has reported nearly 30% of the global fatalities.
Spain bans public smoking, France eyes new rules as COVID cases surge
They had gotten on top of their coronavirus epidemics, but the two European vacation destinations are now battling to contain second waves.
New Zealand extends lockdown of largest city as COVID cluster grows
Source of 30 new infections remains a mystery, but leader Jacinda Arndern says her country can beat back the disease a 2nd time.
Afghanistan frees dozens more "dangerous" Taliban prisoners
Long-awaited "intra-Afghan talks" look increasingly likely as government starts releasing final group of insurgents under deal hashed out by U.S.
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Georgia lawmaker creates COVID-19 whistleblower email
One Georgia principal threatened "consequences" for anyone who shares images from inside the school.
Some neck gaiters may be worse than no mask at all, study shows
Researchers from Duke University found that the neck gaiter they tested was "worse than nothing."
Harris could attract more Asian-American voters to support Biden
Because of her Indian American heritage, Harris may be able to attract Asian Americans, the fastest growing voting demographic.
Cop fired over racist Christmas tree decorations reinstated
The Minneapolis officer is back on the force amid a push for arbitration reform in the wake of George Floyd's killing.
DOJ says Yale is discriminating against Asian and White applicants
Yale denied the allegation, calling it "meritless" and "hasty."
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Harris could attract more Asian-American voters to support Biden
Because of her Indian American heritage, Harris may be able to attract Asian Americans, the fastest growing voting demographic.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: U.S. Postal Service warns states that mail-in ballots might not be counted in time
Due to COVID-19, most states are going to see a tenfold increase in mail-in ballots this November.
Postal Service warns states mail ballots might not be counted in time
The letters are coming as the postal service faces a financial crisis that has been exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic.
Didn't get stimulus check for your child? IRS says apply now
Tax agency is reopening a website for federal benefit recipients whose children didn't receive the relief money.
How to watch the 2020 Democratic National Convention
Joe Biden will formally accept the nomination for president on Thursday and Kamala Harris will accept the nomination for vice president on Wednesday.
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Chrissy Teigen and John Legend reveal they're expecting 3rd child
The couple revealed the news in Legend's music video for the song "Wild."
Dodger Stadium becomes a polling site for 2020 presidential election
The Dodgers are the first Major League Baseball team to make their stadium available for voting.
Dolly Parton says "Of course Black lives matter"
"Do we think our little white asses are the only ones that matter? No!" Parton said during an interview with Billboard magazine.
Star-studded entertainment lineup set for Democratic convention
John Legend, Billie Eilish, Jennifer Hudson, Common, Billy Porter and The Chicks are among the big names slated to perform.
Novak Djokovic to play in US Open, Bianca Andreescu opts out
While Djokovic will be playing, Andreescu joined the growing list of players who have opted out of the 2020 competition.
Technology
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Facebook says Apple's app store fees hurt small businesses
The social-networking giant wants to offer small businesses the ability to do online events without Apple taking a cut.
TikTok and its employees prepare to battle Trump
President Trump ordered sweeping bans on the video app last week, calling it a threat to U.S. national security.
Fortnite maker sues Apple and Google after app booted from stores
The suits come in response to Apple and Google blocking the game after Epic introduced a direct payment system for its users, effectively shutting out the tech titans from collecting fees.
Facebook announces new resource to aid mail voting, limit disinformation
Facebook is focusing on election misinformation threats involving efforts to suppress turnout, the release of misleading information during vote counting, and potential hack-and-leak scenarios.
Uber says its drivers make $55,000 a year — critics say no way
Outside studies have found that drivers for the ride-hailing service can expect to make less than $20,000 a year.
Science
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NASA sets date for next SpaceX Crew Dragon launch
The first operational Crew Dragon flight will carry four astronauts to the space station for a six-month stay.
Astronomers find "Milky Way look-alike" 12 billion light years away
The galaxy appears as a near-perfect ring of light — a so-called "Einstein Ring."
New dinosaur closely related to the T. rex discovered in U.K.
The rare bones were found by amateur fossil hunters on the Isle of Wight.
Mauritius says it will seek compensation for devastating oil spill
Owner of grounded ship that spilled 1,000 tons of oil onto pristine coastline has reportedly said it will assess compensation for the disaster.
Greenland ice sheet claims life of renowned climate scientist
Konrad "Koni" Steffen apparently fell to his death in a crevasse on the ice sheet he dedicated his life to studying.
Health
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Georgia lawmaker creates COVID-19 whistleblower email
One Georgia principal threatened "consequences" for anyone who shares images from inside the school.
Some neck gaiters may be worse than no mask at all, study shows
Researchers from Duke University found that the neck gaiter they tested was "worse than nothing."
Latin America: The global epicenter of COVID-19
Latin America, which accounts for 8% of the world population, has reported nearly 30% of the global fatalities.
Doctor has counted more health care worker deaths than CDC
Dr. Claire Rezba has counted at least 1,000 lives lost while working in health care during the pandemic.
California becomes first state to surpass 600,000 COVID-19 cases
The state leads the nation in COVID-19 cases, followed by Florida and Texas.
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Kroger dips with onions possibly tainted with salmonella recalled
Largest U.S. supermarket chain says in-house dips and spreads may contain bacteria linked to hundreds of illnesses.
AMC movie theaters to reopen with 15-cent tickets
The price reflects the cost of movie tickets in the 1920s, but will only be offered on reopening day.
Trump's $400 in unemployment aid: When would it start?
Even if states can provide the benefit, it could take several weeks for workers to receive it, experts say.
Fortnite maker sues Apple and Google after app booted from stores
The suits come in response to Apple and Google blocking the game after Epic introduced a direct payment system for its users, effectively shutting out the tech titans from collecting fees.
Navigating the housing market during a pandemic
Home prices are up in 96% of U.S. cities, but deals can still be found due to the impact of COVID-19.
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Cop fired over racist Christmas tree decorations reinstated
The Minneapolis officer is back on the force amid a push for arbitration reform in the wake of George Floyd's killing.
Vanessa Guillen remembered at Houston memorial
Guillen, who was last seen on April 22, was memorialized nearly four months after she is said to have been killed by a fellow soldier at Fort Hood.
Shot at freedom for Black man who got life for hedge clippers theft
Louisiana Supreme Court's chief justice, court's only Black member, called sentence excessive and said it stems from racist laws.
ISIS accused of selling fake PPE online to finance terrorism
Their alleged aim is to raise money by offering bogus personal protective equipment at a time of desperate shortages.
Gunfire at party prompts Airbnb to sue renter
It's the first time the company is taking legal action against a guest for violating its ban on unauthorized parties.
Space
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NASA sets date for next SpaceX Crew Dragon launch
The first operational Crew Dragon flight will carry four astronauts to the space station for a six-month stay.
Astronomers find "Milky Way look-alike" 12 billion light years away
The galaxy appears as a near-perfect ring of light — a so-called "Einstein Ring."
Perseids meteor shower captured in stunning photos worldwide
The best meteor shower of the year didn't disappoint.
NASA drops "insensitive" nicknames for cosmic objects
The space agency will no longer use nicknames like "Eskimo Nebula" or "Siamese Twins Galaxy."
ULA, SpaceX win massive Pentagon contracts
ULA and SpaceX are expected to launch more than 30 national security space missions through 2026.
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Crash course on Kamala Harris
She's making history as Joe Biden's running mate. Here's what you need to know.
Celebrities who support Joe Biden for president
Some of Hollywood's biggest names are backing former Vice President Joe Biden over President Donald Trump in 2020.
Celebrities who support Donald Trump for president
From screen legends to star athletes, The Donald has some famous names in his corner.
Aftermath of Beirut's deadly blast
Hundreds of tons of highly explosive material were stored in a waterfront hangar, and the blast sent a shock wave that killed at least 160 people, wounded nearly 6,000.
"Murder hornet" spotted in the United States
Growing up to two inches long, this killer insect can decapitate 40 honeybees per minute.
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Growing pains for legal weed in California
When voters legalized marijuana three years ago, advocates said illegal operations would be pushed out and the state would make hundreds of millions in tax revenue. So far, those dreams have not panned out. Sharyn Alfonsi reports.
White House and Congress fail to reach new stimulus deal
Despite hours of negotiating early Saturday, the White House and Congress failed to reach a new stimulus deal despite millions of Americans facing possible evictions and other financial obligations. Nikole Killion reports.
Pandemia: Latinos in Crisis
These are the stories of disparity, inequity and leadership in the Latino community amid the coronavirus pandemic. Maria Elena Salinas hosts “Pandemia: Latinos in Crisis,” a CBS News special.
California wildfires force evacuations
Blazing wildfires attributed to scorching temperatures are ripping through Southern California. At least 200 homes have been evacuated as hundreds of firefighters are on the ground battling the flames.
Exclusive: Trump defends COVID response
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, President Trump defended his response to the coronavirus pandemic, insisting that despite long lines and long waits, testing is "working well." Mr. Trump also discussed the ongoing controversy surrounding the Confederate flag. Catherine Herridge spoke with the President at the White House.