Latest Child Tax Credit payment delayed for some parents
Some families are expressing frustration that they have yet to receive the third installment from the federal program.
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Amazon says 1 million workers applied for jobs this week
Retailer's new warehouse jobs pay an average of $18 an hour, which may be attracting people in lower-paying jobs.
When can you order Apple's iPhone 13 and other new gear?
Also coming this fall are a redesigned Apple Watch, along with privacy updates in the devices' operating systems.
Samuel Adams releases beer so potent it's illegal in 15 states
Beer maker's Utopias brand is barrel-aged and finished with cherries. Just be prepared to pay up.
These NFL stadiums now require fans to be vaccinated to enter
Buffalo Bills are latest to impose mandate. Proof of vaccination will be required to enter upstate New York stadium.
What counts as a religious exemption to a vaccination mandate?
Simply saying "I believe in God, I can't be vaccinated" won't get you an automatic exemption.
"Devious Licks" TikTok challenge hitting many school bathrooms hard
It's been leaving many of them plundered, so much so that the app has now banned the videos.
Growing number of U.S. suburbs is now dominated by renters
In roughly a quarter of suburbs around America's big cities, the dream of homeownership has given way to rentership.
CEO on why giving all employees minimum salary of $70,000 "works"
In 2015, CEO Dan Price raised the salary of everyone at his Seattle-based credit card processing company Gravity Payments to at least $70,000 a year.
Dad sues after daughter's hair was cut in school without permission
Father alleges a teacher's assistant cut his 7-year-old daughter's hair without his permission.
Restaurant host assaulted after asking for vaccination proof
Police say three Texas women punched a New York City restaurant employee who was enforcing indoor dining law.
States take aim at ubiquitous — and false — "recycling" symbol
One-fifth of Americans say recycling is more confusing than filing taxes or playing stock market, survey says.
Why are U.S. gas prices so high? Not for the reason Biden thinks
While the president blames "profiteers," energy analysts point to other reasons why prices at the pump have jumped.
Chess icon sues Netflix for show's "sexist and belittling" portrayal
The suit says the show falsely suggested that former female world champ Nona Gaprindashvili never played competitive chess with men.
What's behind the push for a fourth stimulus check
IRS has distributed almost 170 million payments. But hardship remains widespread as the Delta variant spreads.
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U.S. drone strike in Afghanistan killed as many as 10 civilians
An investigation by U.S. Central Command determined that the August 29 strike in Kabul killed an innocent aid worker and as many as nine of his family members.
FDA advisers endorse Pfizer booster shots for elderly and high-risk
Several committee members had voiced concerns over discrepancies in some of the studies presented, and some scientific and safety questions that will likely remain unresolved for months, both by Pfizer and health authorities.
Sheriff finds "no link" between Gabby Petito case and deaths of 2 women
The New York woman was on a cross-country trip with her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, when he returned home without her.
Thousands of Haitian migrants waiting under Texas bridge in squalid conditions
The temporary encampment has grown rapidly and officials are struggling to provide food, water and sanitation.
CDC was never prepared for a crisis like COVID-19, Gottlieb says
"CDC should have raised their hand and said, 'We really don't have this,'" the former FDA commissioner told CBS News' "Face The Nation."
Busy day in orbit for SpaceX's all-civilian Inspiration4 crew
The all-civilian Inspiration4 crew fielded questions from St. Jude's patients and even chatted with Tom Cruise, SpaceX said.
"We're not taking any chances," U.S. Capitol Police chief says
The rally is scheduled for noon Saturday.
New York governor orders the release of 191 Rikers Island inmates
"That is a point of shame for us, and it needs to be fixed. It's going to be fixed today," Hochul said.
Study finds Moderna's vaccine most effective against hospitalizations
The study compared Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines over recent months and found all provide "substantial protection against COVID-19 hospitalization."
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Airbnb says it will temporarily house 20,000 Afghan refugees
"The displacement and resettlement of Afghan refugees in the US and elsewhere is one of the biggest humanitarian crises of our time," Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky said. "There's no time to waste."
Peloton to sell less pricey treadmill after delays and recalls
The budget model — which still costs $2,495 — is slated to land in U.S. next week with added safety features.
Americans should "disaster-proof" their homes, experts say
Extreme weather poses a growing threat to homeowners, with storms growing in number and intensity.
Walmart to offer delivery services for local businesses
Largest U.S. retailer will compete with DoorDash, Uber and other players in the fiercely contested delivery market.
FAA investigates safety culture at Boeing after complaints
Engineers report being pressured by supervisors to approve faulty designs and keep plane deliveries on time.
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NYC giving artists $5,000 checks from Biden stimulus
Some 1,800 artists will receive $5,000 checks, while other federal funds will go to cabbies and homeless people.
44% of small businesses have less than 3 months of cash
"Everything is up in the air," said one Ohio bakery owner who worries that COVID-19 could shut her down again.
Landlord faces homelessness amid eviction ban
Landlords who aren't receiving rent payments during the pandemic are feeling the squeeze. Mola Lenghi meets one landlord who is functionally homeless and can’t evict her tenants who are behind on rent.
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.
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.
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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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NYC vaccination requirement becomes a flashpoint for U.N.
The Biden administration worries that this year's U.N. General Assembly could become a COVID-19 "superspreader event" as world leaders descend on New York City.
Thousands of Haitian migrants waiting under Texas bridge in squalid conditions
The temporary encampment has grown rapidly and officials are struggling to provide food, water and sanitation.
U.S. drone strike in Afghanistan killed as many as 10 civilians
An investigation by U.S. Central Command determined that the August 29 strike in Kabul killed an innocent aid worker and as many as nine of his family members.
Chess icon sues Netflix for show's "sexist and belittling" portrayal
The suit says the show falsely suggested that former female world champ Nona Gaprindashvili never played competitive chess with men.
2 men charged with murder of journalist Lyra McKee
McKee was an increasingly influential journalist who had written powerfully about growing up gay in Northern Ireland and the struggles of the generation of "cease-fire babies" raised after the 1998 Good Friday peace accord.
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NYC vaccination requirement becomes a flashpoint for U.N.
The Biden administration worries that this year's U.N. General Assembly could become a COVID-19 "superspreader event" as world leaders descend on New York City.
National Zoo big cats test presumptively positive for COVID-19
Final test results are expected in upcoming days.
Border Patrol didn't conduct welfare checks on migrant boy who died in 2019
Carlos Gregorio Hernández Vásquez, 16, became the sixth migrant child to die after entering U.S. custody during a six-month period starting in December 2018.
Sheriff finds "no link" between Gabby Petito case and deaths of 2 women
The New York woman was on a cross-country trip with her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, when he returned home without her.
Robert Durst found guilty of killing Susan Berman
A Los Angeles jury found the New York millionaire guilty of first-degree murder in the fatal shooting,
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Border Patrol didn't conduct welfare checks on migrant boy who died in 2019
Carlos Gregorio Hernández Vásquez, 16, became the sixth migrant child to die after entering U.S. custody during a six-month period starting in December 2018.
Thousands of Haitian migrants waiting under Texas bridge in squalid conditions
The temporary encampment has grown rapidly and officials are struggling to provide food, water and sanitation.
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," September 19
NIH Director Francis Collins, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders, and more appear on Sunday's "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
Gottlieb says Biden administration "in a better position" for booster rollout
Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb told "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan the infrastructure is in place to distribute boosters but warns vaccine mandates will harden skeptics
France recalls ambassadors from U.S. and Australia over submarine deal
French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said Friday evening that France is immediately recalling its ambassadors to the U.S. and Australia in a backlash over a canceled submarine deal.
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Chess icon sues Netflix for show's "sexist and belittling" portrayal
The suit says the show falsely suggested that former female world champ Nona Gaprindashvili never played competitive chess with men.
Best movies streaming on Netflix — September 2021
Looking for something fresh to watch? Here are the top films available on the streaming platform.
Artist turns seafloor into art by creating underwater museums
Jason deCaires Taylor's projects often explore the relationship between humans and the natural world.
Best shows to watch on Netflix — September 2021
One of these shows could be your next binge obsession.
Turning the seafloor into art
Over the past 15 years, sculptor, environmentalist, and underwater photographer Jason deCaires Taylor has used the world's oceans as a space to explore humanity's relationship to the world around us. He met with Elizabeth Palmer at his workshop in southern England to discuss his one-of-a-kind works.
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Busy day in orbit for SpaceX's all-civilian Inspiration4 crew
The all-civilian Inspiration4 crew fielded questions from St. Jude's patients and even chatted with Tom Cruise, SpaceX said.
Amazon says 1 million workers applied for jobs this week
Retailer's new warehouse jobs pay an average of $18 an hour, which may be attracting people in lower-paying jobs.
When can you order Apple's iPhone 13 and other new gear?
Also coming this fall are a redesigned Apple Watch, along with privacy updates in the devices' operating systems.
First privately-funded trip to orbit going well, but few details released
SpaceX founder Elon Musk says "all is well" with the first all-civilian non-government trip to orbit.
SpaceX launches all-civilian crew on Inspiration4 mission
The four-person crew, including a tech billionaire and a young cancer survivor, will spend three days in orbit to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Officials urge killing of invasive spotted lanternfly
Some think it's pretty, but the spotted lanternfly is an invasive species known for sucking the life out of trees and other plants,
Artist turns seafloor into art by creating underwater museums
Jason deCaires Taylor's projects often explore the relationship between humans and the natural world.
First privately-funded trip to orbit going well, but few details released
SpaceX founder Elon Musk says "all is well" with the first all-civilian non-government trip to orbit.
SpaceX launches all-civilian crew on Inspiration4 mission
The four-person crew, including a tech billionaire and a young cancer survivor, will spend three days in orbit to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Ozone hole over Antarctica is "larger than usual," scientists say
The absence of atmospheric ozone means more ultraviolet light reaches the Earth, where it can harm living cells.
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Arthritis and sleep: Get a better night's rest
According to the Arthritis Foundation, as many as 80% of people living with arthritis have trouble sleeping at night, and sometimes that can create a cycle of insomnia and pain. Dr. George Cyril, a physiatrist at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, joined "CBSN AM" to discuss how to manage arthritis and sleep.
States push for more monoclonal antibodies to treat COVID-19
Some states fear their need for the potentially lifesaving treatment will outpace allocations from the federal government.
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.
Study finds Moderna's vaccine most effective against hospitalizations
The study compared Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines over recent months and found all provide "substantial protection against COVID-19 hospitalization."
Experts weigh pros and cons of COVID-19 vaccine booster shots
In August, President Biden announced his plan to get booster shots into arms as early as September 20 to fight back against the coronavirus.
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Latest Child Tax Credit payment delayed for some parents
Some families are expressing frustration that they have yet to receive the third installment from the federal program.
Amazon says 1 million workers applied for jobs this week
Retailer's new warehouse jobs pay an average of $18 an hour, which may be attracting people in lower-paying jobs.
When can you order Apple's iPhone 13 and other new gear?
Also coming this fall are a redesigned Apple Watch, along with privacy updates in the devices' operating systems.
Samuel Adams releases beer so potent it's illegal in 15 states
Beer maker's Utopias brand is barrel-aged and finished with cherries. Just be prepared to pay up.
These NFL stadiums now require fans to be vaccinated to enter
Buffalo Bills are latest to impose mandate. Proof of vaccination will be required to enter upstate New York stadium.
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Robert Durst found guilty of killing Susan Berman
A Los Angeles jury found the New York millionaire guilty of first-degree murder in the fatal shooting,
Former sheriff's deputy charged with manslaughter in teen's death
Michael Davis shot Hunter Brittain during a traffic stop outside an auto repair shop along an Arkansas highway in June.
First heart transplant recipient in D.C. area dies from COVID-19
Eva Baisey, who had a life expectancy of just one to five years in 1986, died from COVID-19 — more than 34 years after the surgery.
2 men charged with murder of journalist Lyra McKee
McKee was an increasingly influential journalist who had written powerfully about growing up gay in Northern Ireland and the struggles of the generation of "cease-fire babies" raised after the 1998 Good Friday peace accord.
Death of Murdaugh family housekeeper in 2018 under investigation
Gloria Satterfield's death was said to be the result of a "trip and fall accident," but the coroner's office says an autopsy was never performed.
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Busy day in orbit for SpaceX's all-civilian Inspiration4 crew
The all-civilian Inspiration4 crew fielded questions from St. Jude's patients and even chatted with Tom Cruise, SpaceX said.
First privately-funded trip to orbit going well, but few details released
SpaceX founder Elon Musk says "all is well" with the first all-civilian non-government trip to orbit.
SpaceX launches all-civilian crew on Inspiration4 mission
The four-person crew, including a tech billionaire and a young cancer survivor, will spend three days in orbit to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Watch: SpaceX launches first all-civilian flight
SpaceX has launched four amateurs on a private flight to circle Earth for three days. It's the first time a rocket has streaked toward orbit with no professional astronauts on board. Former astronaut Garrett Resiman, who is also a senior advisor at SpaceX and a professor of astronautical engineering at USC, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to describe the launch. Read more here.
All-civilian crew SpaceX launch makes history
Space history was made Wednesday night as the first all-civilian space mission blasted off from historic launch pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center, atop a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. SpaceX senior adviser and former NASA astronaut Garrett Reisman joins CBSN anchor Lana Zak to breakdown the launch and discuss the significance of the mission.
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2021 Met Gala: Red carpet arrivals on fashion's biggest night
After a pandemic hiatus, the Met Gala returns with the theme "In America: A Lexicon of Fashion."
Met Gala: Craziest looks of all time
The bigger the tiara — or pope hat — the better! (Just ask Rihanna, Katy Perry or Sarah Jessica Parker ... )
"The Deliveryman Murders": How investigators connected the cases
Two men are shot and killed at their homes 2,800 miles apart by a man delivering a package – how a car full of clues helped solve the murders.
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Ghost Light: The Year Broadway Went Dark
After Broadway's unprecedented 18-month pandemic shutdown, CBSN Originals' new documentary looks at how people on stage and behind the scenes pivoted to survive.
Ken Burns on "The Takeout"
Documentarian Ken Burns discussed his new PBS docuseries "Muhammad Ali," which chronicles the life of the iconic boxer and his legacy on sports, politics and much more, on this week's episode of "The Takeout" with Major Garrett.
Emmys 2021: Cedric the Entertainer on hosting
Cedric the Entertainer, host of the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards and star of CBS' "The Neighborhood," joins CBSN to preview what he has in store for this Sunday's festivities. Watch the awards show live September 19 at 8 p.m. EDT/5 p.m. PDT on CBS or Paramount+.
Report: U.S. climate goals are "insufficient"
Most G20 countries are failing their emissions obligations, according to a new report by watchdog organization The Climate Action Tracker, which calls the U.S.' climate goals "insufficient." CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins CBSN's Lana Zak to explain.
FDA panel: Most don't need Pfizer boosters
A Food and Drug Administration advisory committee voted to recommend only people over the age of 65 or who are immunocompromised need third doses of the Pfizer vaccine. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports the decision upends the Biden administration's plans to roll out a mass booster program Monday. Then, Dr. Hilary Fairbrother, an emergency medicine physician, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to explain what this vote means for the future of COVID-19 vaccine boosters.