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.
MoneyWatch
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
New Jersey hospital system fires six for refusing COVID shots
RWJBarnabas Health in May gave supervisors and other senior-level employees until the end of June to get shots.
Latest News
Podcast helps save Curtis Flowers from death row
Curtis Flowers spent nearly half his life in prison for the murders of four people and may still be on death row if not for the investigative work of a podcast.
Pelosi taps Republican Adam Kinzinger for January 6 committee
Pelosi said Kinzinger "brings great patriotism to the committee's mission: to find the facts and protect our democracy."
France approves restaurant COVID pass and vaccine rules
The law requires all health workers start getting vaccinated by September 15, or risk suspension. It also requires a "health pass" to enter all restaurants, trains, planes and some other public venues.
Ex-Surgeon General says pandemic is "spiraling out of control again"
Adams also called for the CDC to clarify its guidance on mask-wearing for those who are vaccinated.
Surviving locked-in syndrome: How one man confounded expectations of death
Rushed to a Massachusetts ER four years ago, Jacob Haendel exhibited signs of stroke. Doctors thought he was in a vegetative state and would soon die, but he was very much awake and conscious, suffering from locked-in syndrome - a purgatory between life and death.
Florida teen wins first-ever U.S. gold in women's taekwondo
"I just want the country to be proud of me, to share this flood of emotions," she said.
New Capitol Police chief: Officers testifying "need to be heard"
"I think we need to pay close attention to what they're saying," said Thomas Manger, the former police chief of Montgomery County, Maryland, who was sworn into his new position on Friday.
Bob Moses, champion of civil rights and education, dies at 86
Robert Parris Moses endured beatings and jail while registering thousands of Black voters in the South during the 1960s and later helped underserved students succeed in mathematics.
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.
Small Business
More
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.
Retirement
More
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
World
More World
France approves restaurant COVID pass and vaccine rules
The law requires all health workers start getting vaccinated by September 15, or risk suspension. It also requires a "health pass" to enter all restaurants, trains, planes and some other public venues.
MyKayla Skinner sends heartfelt message after Olympic run ends
"You have all brought me to tears," Skinner said in a tweet. "Thanks for being my biggest cheerleaders!"
Costa Rican gymnast ends routine with Black Lives Matter tribute
The 18-year-old said she chose to end her floor routine with the tribute to highlight equality and treating others with respect and dignity.
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.
Lee Kiefer wins third fencing gold medal in U.S. history
A four-time NCAA champion at Notre Dame, Kiefer is now a medical student at the University of Kentucky.
U.S.
More U.S.
Bob Moses, champion of civil rights and education, dies at 86
Robert Parris Moses endured beatings and jail while registering thousands of Black voters in the South during the 1960s and later helped underserved students succeed in mathematics.
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.
Pelosi taps Republican Adam Kinzinger for January 6 committee
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Kinzinger "brings great patriotism to the committee's mission: to find the facts and protect our democracy."
Commerce secretary: Infrastructure deal is "what Americans want"
Raimondo acknowledged the dual-track strategy for passing both components of Mr. Biden's agenda is "unusual and complex."
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.
Politics
More Politics
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.
Pelosi taps Republican Adam Kinzinger for January 6 committee
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Kinzinger "brings great patriotism to the committee's mission: to find the facts and protect our democracy."
Commerce secretary: Infrastructure deal is "what Americans want"
Raimondo acknowledged the dual-track strategy for passing both components of Mr. Biden's agenda is "unusual and complex."
Transcript: Carol Leonnig and Philip Rucker on "Face the Nation," July 25, 2021
The following is a transcript of an interview with Carol Leonnig and Philip Rucker, authors of "I Alone Can Fix It," that aired on Sunday, July 25, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas on "Face the Nation," July 25, 2021
The following is a transcript of an interview with Kansas City, Missouri, Mayor Quinton Lucas that aired on Sunday, July 25, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Entertainment
More Entertainment
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.
How Coney Island became the people's playground
Amusement park rides and sideshows, hot dogs, and mermaid parades: Coney Island, a tiny stretch of beachfront in Brooklyn, has left an indelible mark on the world's popular imagination for nearly 150 years. Correspondent David Pogue rides a rollercoaster of history in exploring the allure of the New York seaside resort.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including comedian Jackie Mason.
Technology
More Technology
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.
Science
More Science
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.
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.
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.
A larger type of cicada that likes to scream has emerged
Brood X may be gone, but a new, larger type of cicada is here to take its place.
Why fully vaccinated people get breakthrough COVID infections
Even people who are fully vaccinated can spread the virus, health experts warn.
Health
More Health
Health
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.
France approves restaurant COVID pass and vaccine rules
The law requires all health workers start getting vaccinated by September 15, or risk suspension. It also requires a "health pass" to enter all restaurants, trains, planes and some other public venues.
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.
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.
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.
MoneyWatch
More MoneyWatch
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.
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.
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.
Crime
More Crime
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.
Space
More Space
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.
Russia launches long-delayed space station module
The Nauka module will add living space, research facilities and a European-built robot arm to the space station.
Latest Galleries
More Latest Galleries
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.
Latest Videos
More Latest Videos
Latest Videos
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.
Prince's vault of unreleased music
It's been five years since Prince died, but his estate continues to churn out new music from the prolific artist. Jon Wertheim reports on the unreleased songs locked away in Prince's vault and the newly unlocked album, "Welcome 2 America."
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.
The family that dominates saddle bronc riding
Nine members of the Wright family are professional saddle bronc riders who rank among the best in the world. Bill Whitaker reports.
Saving Curtis Flowers from death row
Curtis Flowers spent nearly half his life in prison for the murders of four people and may still be on death row if not for the investigative work of a podcast. Sharyn Alfonsi reports.