Wall Street sees profits in a heating planet
From higher demand for air conditioning to mass malaria treatments, corporations are finding money in climate disruption
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Nike drops Antonio Brown after rape allegations
"Antonio Brown is not a Nike athlete," a spokesperson from the company told CBS Boston
Amazon promises to go carbon-neutral in a decade
The company has been under pressure from employees to get off fossil fuels and cut ties with extraction companies
Colt suspends production of AR-15 rifles for civilians
CEO says consumer market for rifles is saturated, with gunmaker to focus on supplying military and law enforcement
Seniors will soon have their own IRS tax form
New Form 1040-SR should allow seniors to file income taxes without benefit of an accountant -- or a magnifying glass
TikTok may be censoring Hong Kong protests, report says
A search for Hong Kong demonstrations on Facebook or Twitter yields thousands of results — not so on Chinese-owned app
One casualty of tight job market: U.S. Army recruitment
After enrolling fewer new soldiers, the U.S. Army overhauled recruitment by reaching out via social media and esports
Global economy slowing much faster than expected
Economic growth around the world has taken a "dangerous turn" due to trade disputes, OECD's chief economist warns
What determines the price of gas? Here's some crude math
Jump in gas after Saudi Arabia oil attack marks the largest increase in fuel prices since Hurricane Harvey in 2017
200,000 people applied for jobs at Amazon in a single week
While New Yorkers repelled the ecommerce giant's expansion plans, job applications are flying in from other places
Cancer concerns halt distribution of heartburn drug Zantac
Drug giant conducting its own investigation into traces of a potentially cancer-causing ingredient in heartburn med
Woman says Lyft treated her "callously" after alleged assault
Alison Turkos said she was kidnapped and raped during a ride in 2017
New Mexico pitches free college tuition for all residents
If approved, the plan will be the first to offer full coverage without an income requirement
How much would you pay to save your pet?
Many pet owners shell out thousands of dollars in vet costs, while animal insurance remains a rarity
Fed cuts interest rates for second time in seven weeks
Fed shows it's willing to chop rates to ease the effects of U.S. trade wars, and would cut more if tariffs escalate
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Hundreds call for help as "life-threatening" storm drenches Texas
Tropical Depression Imelda prompts hundreds of water rescues and a hospital evacuation in areas that were hit hard by Hurricane Harvey two years ago
Justin Trudeau addresses brownface and blackface controversy
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has apologized for the 2001 picture of him wearing brownface
Trump says gun control negotiations are "going very slowly"
In an interview with Fox News, Trump said his administration is "not moving on anything" with regards to gun control
Whistleblower reportedly says Trump made "troubling" promise to foreign leader
The Acting Director of National Intelligence, Joseph Maguire, is refusing to hand over the report
Nike drops Antonio Brown after rape allegations
"Antonio Brown is not a Nike athlete," a spokesperson from the company told CBS Boston
Trump pushes tweet falsely claiming Omar partied on 9/11 anniversary
"The President of the United States is continuing to spread lies that put my life at risk," Omar wrote on Twitter
Iran's top diplomat warns of "all-out war" after Pompeo comments
Javad Zarif's comments appeared to be a response to U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, who a day earlier referred to Saturday's attack as an "act of war."
Delta flight makes emergency landing after quick 29,000-foot descent
Flight from Atlanta to Fort Lauderdale was diverted to Tampa, where it landed safely
Yankees pitcher placed on leave amid domestic violence probe
MLB said administrative leave "may last up to seven days, barring an extension"
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Microsoft engineer by day, serial entrepreneur by night
Dona Sarkar is a Microsoft engineer. But she's also much more. Author? Designer? TedX speaker? Yes, yes and yes.
The Muse founders make finding a job less harrowing
The career services site, born out of frustration, seeks to gives job seekers an inside look at potential employers
A calligrapher embraces technology to grow business
After falling haphazardly into the art of calligraphy, she succeeds by embracing her unique style and the latest tech
This homeopath aims to heal mind and body
Jennifer Dominguez was told as a child she had incurable ailments. She says homeopathy changed that.
Family entrepreneurs turn a head injury into an opportunity
GooseEgged makes hands-free ice packs in the shape of unicorns and sharks that can stay put on active kids
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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
What to do in your 20s and 30s to be set in your 60s and 70s
Millennials take note: The key to retiring on time is starting to save money early. Follow this advice from experts
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Justin Trudeau apologizes for brownface and blackface photos
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has apologized for the 2001 picture of him wearing brownface
TikTok may be censoring Hong Kong protests, report says
A search for Hong Kong demonstrations on Facebook or Twitter yields thousands of results — not so on Chinese-owned app
Wall Street sees profits in a heating planet
From higher demand for air conditioning to mass malaria treatments, corporations are finding money in climate disruption
After 3 decades, police believe they found infamous serial killer
Police said the man's DNA matches samples taken from evidence collected from some of the crime scenes
What is going on with the war in Afghanistan?
Trump says "we've hit our enemies harder" than ever, but this is the deadliest year for U.S. troops since 2014, and it's unclear when they might come home
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Amazon promises to go carbon-neutral in a decade
The company has been under pressure from employees to get off fossil fuels and cut ties with extraction companies
Betsy DeVos visits school with anti-transgender policy
"Why are you on a constant crusade against our #LGBTQ students & teachers?" one lawmaker fired at DeVos
Kodi Lee, blind contestant with autism, wins "America's Got Talent"
Lee won $1 million in prize money and he will headline shows in Las Vegas in November
Colt suspends production of AR-15 rifles for civilians
CEO says consumer market for rifles is saturated, with gunmaker to focus on supplying military and law enforcement
Bernie Sanders has 1 million donors
Sanders reached the milestone seven months after he announced his candidacy in February, faster than any candidate ever
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House votes to extend government funding through November
Congress has already passed a budget which suspends the debt ceiling for the upcoming fiscal year
Betsy DeVos visits school with anti-transgender policy
"Why are you on a constant crusade against our #LGBTQ students & teachers?" one lawmaker fired at DeVos
Bernie Sanders has 1 million donors
Sanders reached the milestone seven months after he announced his candidacy in February, faster than any candidate ever
Justin Trudeau apologizes for brownface and blackface photos
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has apologized for the 2001 picture of him wearing brownface
Pennsylvania state senator resigns after child porn arrest
Pennsylvania's governor called the charges "disgusting and beyond comprehension"
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Kodi Lee, blind contestant with autism, wins "America's Got Talent"
Lee won $1 million in prize money and he will headline shows in Las Vegas in November
Peter Frampton bids farewell to Madison Square Garden in final tour
"I've not said goodbye anywhere," Frampton said. "I've just waved. 'Cause you never know"
Peter Frampton bids New York City farewell
Grammy Award-winning guitarist Peter Frampton has been touring for 50 years but a sudden illness forced the 69-year-old to announce a farewell tour. "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason joined Frampton backstage at Madison Square Garden for his last New York City show where he made his final walk to the stage, and said goodbye to thousands of fans.
Get paid $1,300 to watch Stephen King movies before Halloween
This company is looking for one (un)lucky winner for "the scariest social experiment of the season"
"Bachelor" makes history with show's first LGBTQ proposal
Demi Burnett and Kristian Haggerty are the first same-sex proposal in the franchise's 17-year history
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Amazon promises to go carbon-neutral in a decade
The company has been under pressure from employees to get off fossil fuels and cut ties with extraction companies
TikTok may be censoring Hong Kong protests, report says
A search for Hong Kong demonstrations on Facebook or Twitter yields thousands of results — not so on Chinese-owned app
Instagram plans to restrict posts promoting weight loss products
Influencers promoting diet teas, supplements and certain cosmetic surgeries may have their posts hidden or removed completely
200,000 people applied for jobs at Amazon in a single week
While New Yorkers repelled the ecommerce giant's expansion plans, job applications are flying in from other places
You might have never heard of America's top-paying company
Want to earn six figures? Your best bet is in high tech, which dominates the list of best-paying companies
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Amazon promises to go carbon-neutral in a decade
The company has been under pressure from employees to get off fossil fuels and cut ties with extraction companies
Wall Street sees profits in a heating planet
From higher demand for air conditioning to mass malaria treatments, corporations are finding money in climate disruption
Greenland's disappearing ice sheet: "One degree is everything"
Scientists are collecting data to understand what is happening so that they can then tackle the question: Why?
Navy official confirms "unidentified aerial phenomena" videos
The admission comes after apparently declassified videos were made public in recent years
New York bans flavored e-cigarettes after 7th death nationwide
Governor Andrew Cuomo, a Democrat, had proposed the emergency ban Sunday, citing surging use among young people
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Children separated from families could suffer long-term health issues
"As they become adults, we see continued anxiety, continued depression, real PTSD"
Cancer concerns halt distribution of heartburn drug Zantac
Drug giant conducting its own investigation into traces of a potentially cancer-causing ingredient in heartburn med
Scientific breakthrough may eventually help blind to see
A handful of volunteers are already seeing the promise of a new device, about 18 months into a five-year clinical study
Michigan sounds alarm on mosquito-borne virus after 3 deaths
Death typically occurs two to 10 days after onset of symptoms but can occur much later, according to the CDC
Abortion rate drops to lowest level since Roe v. Wade
Experts say the drop is because of a declining pregnancy rate and laws targeting the operations of abortion providers
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Amazon promises to go carbon-neutral in a decade
The company has been under pressure from employees to get off fossil fuels and cut ties with extraction companies
Colt suspends production of AR-15 rifles for civilians
CEO says consumer market for rifles is saturated, with gunmaker to focus on supplying military and law enforcement
TikTok may be censoring Hong Kong protests, report says
A search for Hong Kong demonstrations on Facebook or Twitter yields thousands of results — not so on Chinese-owned app
Global economy slowing much faster than expected
Economic growth around the world has taken a "dangerous turn" due to trade disputes, OECD's chief economist warns
Woman says Lyft treated her "callously" after alleged assault
Alison Turkos said she was kidnapped and raped during a ride in 2017
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Pennsylvania state senator resigns after child porn arrest
Pennsylvania's governor called the charges "disgusting and beyond comprehension"
Black candidate reportedly targeted by racist threats
A Florida man has been arrested for allegedly threatening harm against a Charlottesville city council candidate because of his race
After 3 decades, police believe they found infamous serial killer
Police said the man's DNA matches samples taken from evidence collected from some of the crime scenes
Woman alleges Lyft driver kidnapped her
A woman who says she was sexually asaulted after getting in a Lyft is now blaming the ride-hailing giant for allegedly mishandling her report. Alison Turkos claims she was kidnapped at gunpoint by her Lyft driver in 2017 and sexually assaulted by at least two men. She is among five people who filed lawsuits against Lyft earlier this week. Nikki Battiste reports.
"John Doe" who accused Kevin Spacey of sexual assault dies
The filing triggers a 90-day countdown for an estate to be substituted for John Doe, attorneys for John Doe said
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Brad Pitt asks NASA astronaut: Who was better — me or Clooney?
Pitt plays an astronaut in his newest film, "Ad Astra", which will be released nationwide Friday
Friday the 13th to get full Harvest Moon
Lucky us – the rare occurrence hasn't happened in 19 years
Fire delays rocket launch to the International Space Station
It's not yet known when the HTV-8 cargo ship will be launched to the International Space Station
India fails to land on the moon
India hoped to become the fourth nation to soft-land on the moon with their Chandrayaan-2 space mission. But their space agency, ISRO, lost communication with their lander just before the mission was complete. CBS News Space Consultant Bill Harwood joins CBSN to discuss the apparent failure.
Indian spacecraft apparently crashes in moon landing attempt
India seeks to join the U.S., Russia and China as the only countries to successfully land a spacecraft on the moon
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Scenes from Riot Fest music festival
The 15th annual edition of the Chicago music festival, heavily geared toward punk rock, featured three days of performances by 91 bands and solo acts
U.S.-Mexico border wall: What it really looks like
You've heard a lot of talk about the wall. Here's what it's really like.
Photographer Robert Frank 1924-2019
A look back at the work of one of the most influential of photographers who created intimate, moody portraits of an America struggling to define itself in a post-war world
Photos: Hurricane Dorian's devastation
"Everything's gone! Everything!" one woman said after Dorian slammed into the Bahamas
The most valuable NFL teams in 2019, ranked
Thanks to some pricey TV deals, a relocation, and brand-new stadiums, the NFL has never been more valuable.
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Meet Dona, an entrepreneur & "Ninja Cat"
Dona Sarkar is a Microsoft engineer. But she's also much more. Author? Designer? TedX speaker? Yes, yes and yes.
96-year-old WWII hero honored 75 years later
96-year-old WWII hero Clarence Smoyer is the last living member of his crew – and 75 years after fighting in a famous battle, he was surprised with a medal for his bravery.
Sexual assault in military affects men, too
Sexual assault in the military has long been swept under the rug, covered up or rationalized as acts of hazing or bullying. In a new New York Times report, author Dave Philipps details the story of six men who were victimized during their time serving the country. He joined CBSN to discuss his findings.
Drinking culture and American kids
On America's college campuses, there are epidemics we talk about and those we don't. When sexual assaults or fraternity hazing deaths make headlines, court cases follow and new rules are enacted, but less attention is paid to an underlying issue – binge drinking culture. CBSN Originals explores how drinking to excess is not only considered normal, but cool, and how for many young people "blacking out" is less a rarity than an every weekend occurrence – with grave consequences.
Yahoo News: Russian spies infiltrated FBI
An exclusive report from Yahoo News recounts a "stunning" breach of U.S. intelligence agencies by Russian spies on American soil. National security and investigations reporter Jenna McLaughlin contributed to the report. She spoke with CBSN about the infiltration of some of America's most secretive organizations.
