NYU researchers in showdown with Facebook over data collection
Social network wants researchers to stop collecting data showing who is being micro-targeted by political ads.
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Dow plunges 900 points as coronavirus cases keep rising
Among the few companies seeing shares go up as Election Day nears: Stay-at-home economy stalwarts Amazon and Zoom
Postal Service awards $5 million contract to DeJoy's former company
Annual pay rate to move mail across a 700-mile highway route is one of the highest among 1,600 USPS contracts last quarter.
Dunkin' Donuts in talks to be bought by Arby's owner
Restaurant operator Inspire Brands looking to expand its growing portfolio of fast-food chains.
What Big Tech can expect from next administration
Tech companies fear that a "blue wave" would bring more lawsuits, data privacy laws or even new enforcement agencies.
Walmart sues U.S. over its responsibility in opioid crisis
Retailer gets legal jump on feds amid questions over whether its pharmacies may have fueled drug epidemic.
Workers being laid off twice as COVID ripples through economy
As PPP business loans run out, economists see a second wave of layoffs. "It feels completely arbitrary," said one worker made jobless.
Coal magnate Robert Murray dies at 80
Public reports state Murray recently applied for black lung benefits with the U.S. Department of Labor.
Holiday jobs: A list of who's hiring and what they pay
The pandemic is accelerating the demise of brick-and-mortar stores, with those engaged in e-commerce faring best.
Iconic bookstore makes plea to customers in effort to stay open
Strand said its revenue has dropped 70% in the last year and that the loans and cash reserves it relied on from the beginning of the pandemic have been depleted.
What's the status of a second $1,200 stimulus check?
President Trump left the door open to stimulus checks, but experts say the odds of a deal are dwindling fast.
Jay-Z launches his own cannabis line
Monogram is the music mogul's latest business venture.
Cleaning company is more profitable than it was pre-COVID
Owner of home-cleaning service said the funds allowed him to restructure his small business. Now it's more efficient.
Expensify emails its customers telling them to vote for Biden
CEO David Barrett is receiving both kudos and criticism for the email, with some calling it "political propaganda."
Macy's cancels in-person Santa visits for holiday season
After almost 160 years, Macy's Santa Claus won't be coming to town due to coronavirus risks.
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Senate on track to confirm Barrett to Supreme Court in final vote
The Senate confirmation vote is expected to occur Monday evening.
Wildfire explodes in California, forcing about 60,000 to evacuate
Around 60,000 people have been ordered to leave Santiago Canyon as powerful Santa Ana winds trigger a Red Flag Warning in the region.
Hurricane Zeta forms in the Atlantic
The formation of Zeta puts the 2020 hurricane season one name storm away from tying the all-time record.
Is the rise in U.S. COVID cases because of more testing?
President Trump has repeatedly claimed that the rise in coronavirus cases is because of widespread testing, but that's not the full story.
U.S. troops link rare cancers, other illnesses to remote base
Service members believe their rare cancers and other illnesses stem from their time served on the Karshi-Khanabad base after 9/11.
How Americans feel about taking potential COVID-19 vaccine
Two major clinical trials for coronavirus vaccines are resuming in the United States, after being paused over safety concerns.
VMI superintendent resigns amid racism investigation
General J.H Binford Peay II served as the school's superintendent for seventeen years.
Pompeo's RNC speech investigated for possible Hatch Act violation
Pompeo delivered his speech to the Republican National Convention from a hotel in Jerusalem, where he was visiting as part of a multi-day swing through the Middle East and Africa.
Stocks fall as coronavirus cases keep rising
Among the few companies seeing shares go up as Election Day nears: Stay-at-home economy stalwarts Amazon and Zoom
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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.
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
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.
ChewBox is reimagining food delivery as a "vehicle of social justice"
Celebrity chef Roy Choi and the ChewBox team are merging tech with the spirit of generosity to help restore hope in Los Angeles' marginalized communities.
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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.S. troops link rare cancers, other illnesses to remote base
Service members believe their rare cancers and other illnesses stem from their time served on the Karshi-Khanabad base after 9/11.
Lawmaker who defended teacher's beheading faces probe
Samuel Paty was murdered in the street outside his school, sparking outrage and rallies supporting freedom of expression in France.
Thailand rocked by protests as prime minister won't step down
"We see the people need change in Thailand," a TV anchor said. "We've been under a dictatorship for the past seven years."
Qatar condemned for "disturbing" exams of women passengers
Australia condemns treatment of female passengers who were subjected to invasive examinations.
Hurricane Zeta forms in the Atlantic
The formation of Zeta puts the 2020 hurricane season one name storm away from tying the all-time record.
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How Trump and Biden are spending the final days of the campaign
In the last few days of the 2020 campaign, Trump is holding more big campaign events than Biden, who says that "massive crowds" aren't "appropriate" right now.
Washington Football Team head coach finishes cancer treatment
Rivera celebrated a his win over cancer with a hall full of doctors and nurses cheering him on.
The pivotal post-Election Day dates you need to know
Long after the "I voted" stickers go into the trash, there are a series of deadlines outlined in federal law and the Constitution that dictate what happens between Election Day and the inauguration.
Newark scales back on reopening as coronavirus cases rise
Newark, New Jersey is reversing course on reopening as cases rise around the city.
NYU researchers in showdown with Facebook over data collection
Social network wants researchers to stop collecting data showing who is being micro-targeted by political ads.
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How Trump and Biden are spending the final days of the campaign
In the last few days of the 2020 campaign, Trump is holding more big campaign events than Biden, who says that "massive crowds" aren't "appropriate" right now.
The pivotal post-Election Day dates you need to know
Long after the "I voted" stickers go into the trash, there are a series of deadlines outlined in federal law and the Constitution that dictate what happens between Election Day and the inauguration.
Jared Kushner says Black Americans must "want to be successful"
Kushner said President Trump's polices can help Black people "break out of the problems that they're complaining about."
Lizzo campaigns for Biden in Michigan
Lizzo isn't the only celebrity who hit the campaign trail this weekend.
Pompeo's RNC speech under investigation for possible Hatch Act violation
Pompeo delivered his speech to the Republican National Convention from a hotel in Jerusalem, where he was visiting as part of a multi-day swing through the Middle East and Africa.
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Lizzo campaigns for Biden in Michigan
Lizzo isn't the only celebrity who hit the campaign trail this weekend.
Eva Longoria on living a life of advocacy
Award-winning actress Eva Longoria and activist Henry R. Muñoz III co-created the "Momento Latino" coalition, uniting over 130 organizations to take action on issues faced by the Latinx community. They are also two of the executive producers for a CBS special airing Monday night called "Essential Heroes: A Momento Latino Event." Longoria will also co-host the special along with Gloria Estefan and Ricky Martin.
Trick-or-treating in the age of COVID
Halloween is just around the corner, but this year's trick-or-treating will take a different, uniquely scary form. Michael George reports on how to give out candy in the age of the coronavirus.
"Sunday Morning" Matinee: A "Wicked" voting song
It's election season, and to encourage voter registration and turnout, current Broadway and touring company members of the musical "Wicked," including original cast members Kristin Chenoweth and Idina Menzel, perform in a new video: "Voting – A Special Dispatch From Oz," with lyrics by the show's composer and author Stephen Schwartz and Winnie Holzman. To learn more, visit www.vote.org.
A look at Yellowstone National Park
"Sunday Morning" shares a view of the elk living in Yellowstone National Park. Videographer: Brad Markel
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GM sells out first year of production of its electric Hummer
The next version of the truck, the $100,000 Hummer EV 3X, isn't scheduled to begin production until the fall of 2022.
California court says Uber, Lyft drivers are employees, not contractors
The decision is a major milestone in the transportation companies' labor battle with the state.
Instagram apologizes for incorrectly flagging #EndSARS posts as false
On social media, in both Nigeria and across the world, supporters of the protesters used #EndSARS to express support for the movement.
Amazon offers 1-hour pickup at Whole Foods stores across U.S.
Curbside pickup increasingly in demand as pandemic changes consumer behavior in ways that could prove permanent.
GM expected to announce details of GMC Hummer EV
The zero-emissions "supertruck" is among 20 electric models the company plans to develop and sell globally by 2023.
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Wildfire explodes in California, forcing about 60,000 to evacuate
Around 60,000 people have been ordered to leave Santiago Canyon as powerful Santa Ana winds trigger a Red Flag Warning in the region.
Moon may have a lot more water than once thought
Studies suggest there could be ice stored in permanently shadowed "cold traps" at lunar polar regions.
Hurricane Zeta forms in the Atlantic
The formation of Zeta puts the 2020 hurricane season one name storm away from tying the all-time record.
"Murder hornets" destroyed as officials search for more nests
Crews wearing thick protective suits vacuumed the invasive insects from a tree into large canisters.
Hurricane force gusts prompt extremely critical fire risk in California
Meanwhile, record shattering cold brings heavy snow and wind chills below zero to Colorado.
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Newark scales back on reopening as coronavirus cases rise
Newark, New Jersey is reversing course on reopening as cases rise around the city.
Is the rise in U.S. COVID cases because of more testing?
President Trump has repeatedly claimed that the rise in coronavirus cases is because of widespread testing, but that's not the full story.
How does coronavirus spread? When will a vaccine be available? Your questions, answered
Here are answers to some of your questions about COVID-19 as the U.S. sees a spike in new cases.
Walmart sues U.S. over its responsibility in opioid crisis
Retailer gets legal jump on feds amid questions over whether its pharmacies may have fueled drug epidemic.
How Americans feel about taking a potential COVID-19 vaccine
Two major clinical trials for coronavirus vaccines are resuming in the United States, after being paused over safety concerns.
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NYU researchers in showdown with Facebook over data collection
Social network wants researchers to stop collecting data showing who is being micro-targeted by political ads.
Dow plunges 900 points as coronavirus cases keep rising
Among the few companies seeing shares go up as Election Day nears: Stay-at-home economy stalwarts Amazon and Zoom
Postal Service awards $5 million contract to DeJoy's former company
Annual pay rate to move mail across a 700-mile highway route is one of the highest among 1,600 USPS contracts last quarter.
Dunkin' Donuts in talks to be bought by Arby's owner
Restaurant operator Inspire Brands looking to expand its growing portfolio of fast-food chains.
What Big Tech can expect from next administration
Tech companies fear that a "blue wave" would bring more lawsuits, data privacy laws or even new enforcement agencies.
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Parents of missing Florida woman determined to solve case
A young woman vanished from her Florida condo in January 2006 and has not been seen since. Where is Jennifer Kesse?
Member of far-right group charged with rioting at George Floyd protests
Ivan Harrison Hunter, a self-described member of far-right group Boogaloo Bois, has been charged with one count of rioting
Police officer fired after fatally shooting Black teen in Illinois
Marcellis Stinnette, 19, was killed during the incident and his girlfriend was seriously wounded.
White teen girl sentenced for plot to attack Black churchgoers
Police in 2019 said they thwarted a "potentially horrific incident" when classmates found the girl's plans for a knife attack at a historically Black Georgia church.
Did this phantom figure abduct Jennifer Kesse?
A young woman vanishes from her Florida condo. Security footage captures a person calmly parking her car — is this the kidnapper?
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Moon may have a lot more water than once thought
Studies suggest there could be ice stored in permanently shadowed "cold traps" at lunar polar regions.
SpaceX launches 60 Starlink internet satellites from Cape Canaveral
With Saturday's launch, SpaceX has put 895 Starlinks into orbit, 180 of them — more satellites than any other company owns -- in less than three weeks.
NASA confirms successful asteroid sample collection
Photographs indicated the OSIRIS-REx spacecraft captured much more than the minimum amount needed for mission success.
NASA scientists elated with asteroid sampling mission
Images from the spacecraft give researchers confidence an attempt to collect samples from an asteroid was successful.
Space station crew returns to Earth after 195-day mission
NASA astronaut Chris Cassidy and two cosmonauts head home to close out action-packed space flight.
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The disappearance of Jennifer Kesse
Fourteen years after Jennifer Kesse vanished, her parents Drew and Joyce Kesse are leading the investigation into their daughter's case.
All about Marvel's upcoming movies and TV shows
From the MCU to streaming favorites, here's everything we know about Marvel's upcoming releases
Just 54 photos of dogs getting treats
Everything is terrible – except for these amazing photos by German photographer Christian Vieler-Kircher
The most haunted places in America
Looking to be scared witless? Try these abandoned mental hospitals, "haunted" hotels, and more.
"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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Trump defends record on "60 Minutes"
In an interview that's made headlines this week, Lesley Stahl presses President Trump on once-again rising coronavirus cases and what his priorities would be if re-elected. Stahl also speaks with Mr. Trump's running mate, Vice President Mike Pence.
Joe Biden makes his case to "60 Minutes"
The former vice president talks with Norah O'Donnell about the pandemic, taxes, the Supreme Court, and the "stark" differences between himself and President Trump. O'Donnell also speaks with Mr. Biden's running mate, California Senator Kamala Harris.
CBSN Originals: "Generation Climate"
A generation that grew up witnessing a world with a rapidly changing climate is coming of age. Now, Gen Z climate activists are bringing a sense of urgency to mobilizing social and political movements across the nation. As the world is running out of time, these young activists have made it their mission to fight for its future.
America's Right to Vote
"America's Right to Vote" showcases Caitlin Huey-Burns' on-the-ground reporting on voting rights and voter access in battleground states including Ohio, Michigan, Florida, and Georgia with a specific focus on barriers to voting for minority communities. The special also highlights improvements to the process and ways access to voting has increased across the country.
A Nation In Need: A Stimulus Checklist
It's been months since the first coronavirus stimulus checks went out, and with no end to the pandemic in sight, many Americans are in desperate need of additional help. CBS News congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes and economist Lisa Cook join CBSN's Lana Zak for a special look into what’s needed to keep the U.S. economy going and what Americans are hoping for in the next round of assistance.