Pandemic's hit to economy? Nearly $5 trillion over two years
Researchers' "best case scenario" points to 15% plunge in GDP, a bigger hit than seen during the Great Recession.
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More PS5 and Xbox Series X game consoles coming to retailers
Two of the holiday season's most-wanted gifts sold out fast, but more devices may be available in time for the holidays.
Pizza Hut co-founder dies from pneumonia after beating COVID-19
Entrepreneur was a 19-year-old college student when he and his brother launched the restaurant chain.
Self-employed? Your state may owe you money
Many states skimped on jobless aid to self-employed and gig workers, a government watchdog found.
Bar owner who defied COVID rules arrested in sting
Protesters shouted as deputies arrested Danny Presti, the co-owner of Mac's Public House on Staten Island.
Starbucks offering free coffee to frontline workers this month
"We want to show our deep gratitude for those who support and protect us every day with a small gesture of kindness and a cup of coffee," the company said.
Salesforce to buy Slack work-chat service for $27.7 billion
Deal could help Salesforce compete with Microsoft's thriving Office 365 suite, which includes Teams app.
PlayStation 5, Xbox hard to get? You could be battling a bot
Software is increasingly snapping up hot products, including gaming consoles, leaving human shoppers in the dust.
U.K. becomes 1st country to approve Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for use
Government grants emergency use authorization and says the vaccine will be distributed from next week following "months of rigorous clinical trials."
When will employers stop hassling Black workers over their hair?
"I felt it was too much control over who I am," recounts one employee who was challenged on her hairstyle.
Nasdaq wants to enforce gender parity in boardrooms
"We're taking the leadership here because there has been so little action on this front," CEO says.
Will you get a stimulus check by December 31?
Millions of Americans are heading for a "bleak winter" without additional financial relief from U.S., economists say.
Biden introduces economic team, telling Americans "help is on the way"
Several of Mr. Biden's expected nominees would break barriers if confirmed by the Senate.
COVID-19 will kill off thousands of top brands, expert says
Business guru Scott Galloway says thousands of retailers will disappear, but some workers will see more opportunity.
Bipartisan group of lawmakers roll out $908 billion COVID relief plan
The proposal would provide relief to state and local governments, small businesses and jobless Americans.
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Trump threatens to veto defense bill over social media shield law
The president made his 11th-hour demand in a pair of tweets late Tuesday.
CDC reduces quarantine time to 10 days with no symptoms
The shorter time period is meant to encourage more people to quarantine.
Watchdog and historical groups sue White House over preserving records
The lawsuit takes aim at a White House policy allowing officials to screenshot electronic messages.
Climate action needs American leadership, U.N. chief says
U.N. Secretary General Antonio Guterres warned that three-fourths of new and emerging human infectious diseases are animal-to-human.
Hong Kong jails 3 prominent young pro-democracy activists
Not even 30 years old, Joshua Wong, Agnes Chow and Ivan Lam are heroes to the largely silenced movement demanding democracy in the Chinese city.
U.S. ruling excludes emotional support animals from planes
The new Department of Transportation rule states a service animal must be a dog.
Trump to travel to Georgia to rally for Perdue and Loeffler
The president has refused to concede and baselessly questioned the results of the presidential election in Georgia.
Model arrested over photo shoot at ancient pyramid
Both model Salma El-Shimy and her photographer were arrested and were accused by one lawyer of "insulting the great Pharaonic history."
Food from canceled wedding feeds 200 on Thanksgiving
"In the grand scheme of things, canceling a big wedding isn't the worst thing that could happen," the bride said.
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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.
Stash app creates new crop of investors at $5 a pop
The app lets customers invest in stocks like Apple and Chipotle by eliminating high minimums for stock purchases
A restaurant with a heart of gold and nerves of steel
Conscious Eatery in Seattle gives away one meal for every meal purchased. Not even a pandemic could stop that.
Apron company's "Wake Up & Fight" masks become a call to action
COVID-19 forced Ellen Bennett to reinvent the way she runs her kitchen wear business. Her new mantra: "Do less better."
The artists here aren't retiring, they're inspiring
You won't find any "old fogies" at Fogue Studios in Seattle. The artists here aren't retiring, they're inspiring.
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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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Egyptian model arrested over photo shoot at ancient pyramid
Both model Salma El-Shimy and her photographer were arrested and were accused by one lawyer of "insulting the great Pharaonic history."
Climate action needs American leadership, U.N. chief says
U.N. Secretary General Antonio Guterres warned that three-fourths of new and emerging human infectious diseases are animal-to-human.
Hong Kong jails 3 prominent young pro-democracy activists
Not even 30 years old, Joshua Wong, Agnes Chow and Ivan Lam are heroes to the largely silenced movement demanding democracy in the Chinese city.
U.K. becomes 1st country to approve Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for use
Government grants emergency use authorization and says the vaccine will be distributed from next week following "months of rigorous clinical trials."
How Cher is helping save the world's loneliest elephant
Kaavan languished for 35 years in a Pakistani zoo without proper care, but thanks to an effort spearheaded by a pop music icon, a new day is dawning.
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Trump to travel to Georgia on Saturday to rally for Perdue and Loeffler
The president has refused to concede and baselessly questioned the results of the presidential election in Georgia.
CDC reduces quarantine time from two weeks to 10 days with no symptoms
The shorter time period is meant to encourage more people to quarantine.
Pelosi and Schumer back bipartisan COVID proposal as basis for talks
McConnell's proposal is separate from the bipartisan $908 billion plan proposed by lawmakers on Tuesday.
Severe wildfires burning 8 times more area in western U.S.
An exponential increase in high-severity fires threatens a forest's ability to return to its normal state.
Pizza Hut co-founder dies from pneumonia after beating COVID-19
Entrepreneur was a 19-year-old college student when he and his brother launched the restaurant chain.
Politics
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Trump to travel to Georgia on Saturday to rally for Perdue and Loeffler
The president has refused to concede and baselessly questioned the results of the presidential election in Georgia.
CDC reduces quarantine time from two weeks to 10 days with no symptoms
The shorter time period is meant to encourage more people to quarantine.
Pelosi and Schumer back bipartisan COVID proposal as basis for talks
McConnell's proposal is separate from the bipartisan $908 billion plan proposed by lawmakers on Tuesday.
LeBron James' voting rights group takes aim at Georgia Senate runoffs
"We're gonna get behind that and hopefully create change," he said.
Will you get a stimulus check by December 31?
Millions of Americans are heading for a "bleak winter" without additional financial relief from U.S., economists warn.
Entertainment
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Will retailers have more PS5 and Xbox consoles this year?
Two of this holiday season's hottest gifts sold out fast, but more game consoles may be available before year-end.
Celebrities show support for Elliot Page
Page posted that he felt "overwhelming gratitude for the incredible people who have supported me along this journey."
Alphabet Rockers make music that makes change
The Alphabet Rockers, a multi-racial, multi-generational hip-hop group, is using music to help build a more just world. They sing and rap about diversity, standing up for others and acceptance of transgender youth. Jamie Yuccas reports for the "CBS This Morning" series, A More Perfect Union.
Bryan Cranston on new TV drama
Award-winning actor Bryan Cranston joins "CBS This Morning" live to discuss his role in the new Showtime limited series, "Your Honor." Cranston shares how he prepared for the role and what kind of parts he is drawn to. He'll also discuss his COVID-19 diagnosis earlier this year and how he still has yet to fully recover his sense of taste and smell.
Star Elliot Page comes out as transgender
Elliot Page, star of such films as "Juno" and "Inception," came out as transgender and non-binary in an emotional and candid social media post. In the post, Page also draws attention to discrimination and violence against transgender people, particularly against Black and Latinx trans women. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
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Will retailers have more PS5 and Xbox consoles this year?
Two of this holiday season's hottest gifts sold out fast, but more game consoles may be available before year-end.
Iconic radio telescope in Puerto Rico collapses
Many scientists and Puerto Ricans mourned the news, with some tearing up during interviews.
China lands spacecraft on moon for historic sample collection
If successful, the Chang'e 5 mission will make China only the third nation to bring moon rocks back to Earth.
Cyber Monday was biggest online shopping day in U.S. history
Despite the fragile economy, consumers spent up to $12 million every minute during peak Cyber Monday shopping.
PlayStation 5, Xbox hard to get? You could be battling a bot
Software is increasingly snapping up hot products, including gaming consoles, leaving human shoppers in the dust.
Science
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Iconic radio telescope in Puerto Rico collapses
Many scientists and Puerto Ricans mourned the news, with some tearing up during interviews.
China lands spacecraft on moon for historic sample collection
If successful, the Chang'e 5 mission will make China only the third nation to bring moon rocks back to Earth.
Hunted and trafficked, pangolins may hold key to COVID-19
Pangolins are coveted for their scales, which are used in dozens of traditional Chinese medicines.
COVID-19 vaccine breakthroughs: What happens now?
The latest promising advances in coronavirus vaccines are now posing more questions – about the logistics required to safely transport an approved vaccine, who will get it, and how to combat vaccine skepticism
Video shows meteor "as bright as the full moon" in Japan
A fireball spotted falling from the night sky over Japan has lit up social media.
Health
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CDC reduces quarantine time from two weeks to 10 days with no symptoms
The shorter time period is meant to encourage more people to quarantine.
Pandemic's hit to economy? Nearly $5 trillion over two years
Researchers' "best case scenario" points to 15% plunge in GDP, a bigger hit than seen during the Great Recession.
Health care workers overwhelmed by record COVID hospitalizations
As more states report record coronavirus hospitalizations, battle-weary health care workers say they are physically and mentally fatigued.
Florida becomes 3rd state to hit 1 million coronavirus cases
This comes one day after Governor Ron DeSantis held a press conference where he denounced mask mandates.
U.K. becomes 1st country to approve Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for use
Government grants emergency use authorization and says the vaccine will be distributed from next week following "months of rigorous clinical trials."
MoneyWatch
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Pandemic's hit to economy? Nearly $5 trillion over two years
Researchers' "best case scenario" points to 15% plunge in GDP, a bigger hit than seen during the Great Recession.
Will retailers have more PS5 and Xbox consoles this year?
Two of the holiday season's most-wanted gifts sold out fast, but more devices may be available in time for the holidays.
Pizza Hut co-founder dies from pneumonia after beating COVID-19
Entrepreneur was a 19-year-old college student when he and his brother launched the restaurant chain.
Self-employed? Your state may owe you money
Many states skimped on jobless aid to self-employed and gig workers, a government watchdog found.
Bar owner who defied COVID rules arrested in sting
Protesters shouted as deputies arrested Danny Presti, the co-owner of Mac's Public House on Staten Island.
Crime
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Woman dies after being run over while defending her son
Investigators say the teens went to the woman's home because of a "romantic entanglement" between the teens and her son.
Pennsylvania Supreme Court hears arguments in Bill Cosby appeal
Cosby, 83, hopes to overturn his 2018 sex assault conviction because the judge let prosecutors call five other accusers who said Cosby mistreated them the same way he did his victim, Andrea Constand.
Captain charged with manslaughter in boat fire that killed 34
The indictment alleges that Captain Jerry Boylan caused the deaths of 33 passengers and one crew member "by his misconduct, negligence and inattention to his duties."
Supreme Court to mull challenge to convictions under "racist" jury laws
More than 1,500 people are still incarcerated in Louisiana due to non-unanimous jury verdicts — 80% of whom are Black, one analysis found.
Boy killed on busy road after being forced out of car
Russell County Sheriff Heath Taylor told CBS News it's "mind-boggling" an adult would force a child out on a busy highway in the rain and at night.
Space
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China lands spacecraft on moon for historic sample collection
If successful, the Chang'e 5 mission will make China only the third nation to bring moon rocks back to Earth.
SpaceX launches 60 more internet satellites in 100th Falcon 9 flight
The Falcon 9 rocket's first stage set a new record, making its seventh flight from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida.
China launches ambitious lunar sample return mission
If successful, the Chang'e 5 mission will be the first in 44 years to bring lunar samples to Earth.
SpaceX launches NASA-European sea level monitor
The Sentinel-6 satellite is the first of two in a billion-dollar program to monitor Earth's oceans.
Astronauts describe thrilling ride to space
Rookie astronaut Victor Glover calls the view from space "surreal."
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Hardest colleges to get into in the U.S. in 2021
These schools have a combination of the lowest acceptance rates and the highest SAT and ACT scores. See which school tops the list for 2020.
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The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Jill Biden through the years
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Health in Her Hue is empowering Black women
Health in Her Hue is on a mission to reduce racial disparities in health care that can be a matter of life or death for more than 21 million Black women in the United States. Co-founders Ashlee Wisdom and Eddwina Bright tell CBSN how they’re aiming to improve health outcomes by connecting Black women with "culturally competent" providers.
CBSN Originals: "The QAnon Effect"
What started out as a fringe conspiracy theory in 2017 has recently spread into the mainstream. Dozens of people linked to the baseless QAnon conspiracy theory ran for federal office in 2020, and two were elected to Congress. This CBSN Originals documentary explores how QAnon has taken root amid challenging times and a growing distrust in American institutions, and what it means for the future of the country.
CBSN Originals: "A City Under Surveillance"
The Detroit Police Department is using facial recognition technology and a network of surveillance cameras to combat the city’s high crime rates. But critics say the technology has racial bias built into it and has even landed innocent people behind bars. In this documentary, CBSN Originals explores the debate over high-tech policing that promises to make our communities safer yet at the same time threatens our civil liberties.
Iran lawmakers OK bill to suspend inspections
Iran's parliament has approved a bill to suspend all U.N. inspections of its nuclear facilities in a show of defiance after the killing of the country's top nuclear scientist. Tehran claims Israel used a remote-controlled gun to kill the scientist, and Israel has repeatedly declined to comment on the attack. Behnam Ben Taleblu, a senior fellow at the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies, joined CBSN to discuss.
Norah O'Donnell Reports: Sexual Assault in the Military
A year-and-a-half long investigation by "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell and the CBS News Investigative Unit into sexual assault within the U.S. military uncovered failures by leaders to address the issue. Over the course of the investigation, CBS News spoke with nearly two dozen survivors of sexual assault, whistleblowers who worked for the military's Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program and families of suicide victims who say the military grossly mishandled reports of sexual assault.