7 takeaways from New York Times report on President Trump's tax returns
Report raises doubts about Trump's self-image as a successful businessman just weeks before his re-election bid.
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Amnesty Int'l slams Palantir over company's work for ICE
Tech company's software has been used to plan workplace raids and separate families, watchdog group says.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez rips Trump over his tax returns
"Donald Trump has never cared for our country more than he cares for himself. A walking scam," the New York congresswoman tweeted.
7 members of K-Pop band BTS now millionaires in label IPO
With a new album due in November, the group is one of few K-Pop bands to crack western markets.
Amazon announces dates for delayed Prime Day sales
For the first time, ecommerce giant will hold its popular discount shopping day in the fall.
Social Security's 2021 increase may be among smallest ever
Projected 1.3% bump would come after Social Security benefits have lost almost one-third of their buying power.
As fossil fuel jobs falter, renewables come to the rescue
"People don't realize it, but there is a 100% renewable revolution going on right underneath our feet."
For working moms, coronavirus can take a toll on careers
Increased childcare duties during the pandemic usually falls on mothers, forcing them to sacrifice jobs and income.
Uber can operate in London again after latest court ruling
Legal victory in lucrative European market will help ride-hailing company as it struggles to turn a profit.
Judge halts Tiktok ban hours before it was set to go into effect
A more comprehensive ban remains scheduled for November, about a week after the presidential election.
Company to pay $60 million for deceptive pelvic mesh marketing
C.R. Bard failed to inform women of "serious and life-altering risks" related to permanent pelvic mesh devices.
Apple temporarily drops App Store fee for online events
Tech giant suspends its 30% charge for businesses that use the company's app platform to sell online events.
Berkeley poised to ban junk food in store checkout aisles
California city may become first in U.S. to prohibit displays of unhealthy snacks for shoppers waiting to pay.
Google's owner to pay $310 million to settle misconduct claims
Ex-Google executive Andy Rubin, who had been accused of harassment, got a $90 million severance payment.
TikTok "Benadryl Challenge" prompts FDA warning on overdoses
Agency cites reports of teens hospitalized or dead from misuse of allergy medication in an attempt to get high.
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Coronavirus death toll surpasses 1 million worldwide
As the global coronavirus death toll hits a grim milestone, the medical community has at least learned lessons from the losses.
2020 race to dictate fate of U.S. immigration for generations
Biden has pledged to dismantle the president's restrictive immigration policies. But former DHS officials say that could be a long and arduous effort.
Grand jury proceedings in Breonna Taylor case will be released
It is not clear when the recording will be available to the public, though the attorney general's statement indicated he would not try to prevent it from being publicly released.
Mass evacuations as wildfire erupts in California wine country
Tens of thousands of people have been forced out of their homes as a new wildfire burns out of control in Napa and Sonoma counties.
Mexico asks U.S. to "clarify" alleged hysterectomies on migrant women
A former nurse at a privately run detention center in Georgia said women in ICE custody were sterilized without understanding why.
Kobe Bryant crash scene photo scandal leads to new law
Law makes it a crime for first responders to take unauthorized photos of deceased people at the scene of an accident or crime.
Man falls to death while posing for photo on Oregon cliff
Steven Gastelum climbed a tree on the cliff's edge to pose for a photo when the limb broke, the Oregon State Police said.
5 takeaways from the NYT report on Trump's tax returns
Report raises doubts about Trump's self-image as a successful businessman just weeks before his re-election bid.
Pennsylvania GOP asks Supreme Court to stay mail ballot extension
The state supreme court ruled in mid-September that mail ballots should be counted if received within three days after Election Day, if they're postmarked by November 3.
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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.
Preserving history during a pandemic
He demos old barns and structures and turns them into something beautiful — one piece of reclaimed wood at a time.
Bookstore owners urge readers to go "beyond the book"
The bookstore said it has championed black authors and stories of the African diaspora for 13 years.
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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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Mexico asks U.S. to "clarify" alleged hysterectomies on migrant women
A former nurse at a privately run detention center in Georgia said women in ICE custody were sterilized without understanding why.
Coronavirus death toll surpasses 1 million worldwide
As the global coronavirus death toll hits a grim milestone, the medical community has at least learned lessons from the losses.
3 scientists' advice on how to protect yourself from COVID-19
In contrast to early thinking about the importance of transmission by contact with large respiratory droplets, it turns out that a major way people become infected is by breathing in the virus.
Trump-Biden race to dictate fate of U.S. immigration for generations
Biden has pledged to dismantle the president's restrictive immigration policies. But former DHS officials say that could be a long and arduous effort.
Uber can operate in London again after latest court ruling
Legal victory in lucrative European market will help ride-hailing company as it struggles to turn a profit.
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Kobe Bryant crash scene photo scandal leads to new law
Law makes it a crime for first responders to take unauthorized photos of deceased people at the scene of an accident or crime.
Man falls to death while posing for photo on Oregon cliff
Steven Gastelum climbed a tree on the cliff's edge to pose for a photo when the limb broke, the Oregon State Police said.
Mexico asks U.S. to "clarify" alleged hysterectomies on migrant women
A former nurse at a privately run detention center in Georgia said women in ICE custody were sterilized without understanding why.
Grand jury proceedings in Breonna Taylor case will be released, Kentucky AG says
It is not clear when the recording will be available to the public, though the attorney general's statement indicated he would not try to prevent it from being publicly released.
NASA targeting Halloween for next SpaceX crew launch
SpaceX crew capsule will carry four astronauts to the International Space Station for a six-month stay.
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Kobe Bryant crash scene photo scandal leads to new law
Law makes it a crime for first responders to take unauthorized photos of deceased people at the scene of an accident or crime.
Trump campaign floods digital airwaves with debate day ad blitz
President's team splashes more than $1 million on Web ads, including a 24-hour placement of one Black man's tribute to Trump right at the top of YouTube.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Debate prep is in full swing for Trump and Biden
The first presidential debate will be held on Tuesday.
Pennsylvania GOP asks Supreme Court to stay mail ballot extension
The state supreme court ruled in mid-September that mail ballots should be counted if received within three days after Election Day, if they're postmarked by November 3.
Amnesty Int'l slams Palantir over company's work for ICE
Tech company's software has been used to plan workplace raids and separate families, watchdog group says.
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Phoenix and Mara welcome baby boy, River
During a rare interview with "60 Minutes" this year, Joaquin Phoenix and his family opened up about River's death.
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson endorses Joe Biden and Kamala Harris
"In this critical election, I believe Joe Biden and Kamala Harris are the best to lead our country," Johnson wrote in social media posts.
How TikTok has evolved as a social media app
An estimated 100 million people in America use the social media app TikTok for short-form dance videos and comedy routines. Vladimir Duthiers tells the story of one TikTok user who's using the platform for social change.
Mariah Carey on memoir, childhood struggles
Singer-songwriter Mariah Carey talks to Gayle King about her deeply personal memoir, her childhood struggles, motherhood, overcoming the dark times and finding success.
World's smallest Rubik's Cube on sale, with a puzzling price tag
It could make a great stocking stuffer this Christmas, if you're willing to fork out almost $2,000 on a puzzle that could easily be swept away with the tinsel.
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NASA targeting Halloween for next SpaceX crew launch
SpaceX crew capsule will carry four astronauts to the International Space Station for a six-month stay.
Amnesty Int'l slams Palantir over company's work for ICE
Tech company's software has been used to plan workplace raids and separate families, watchdog group says.
Amazon announces dates for delayed Prime Day sales
For the first time, ecommerce giant will hold its popular discount shopping day in the fall.
Judge halts Tiktok ban hours before it was set to go into effect
A more comprehensive ban remains scheduled for November, about a week after the presidential election.
Apple temporarily drops App Store fee for online events
Tech giant suspends its 30% charge for businesses that use the company's app platform to sell online events.
Science
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NASA targeting Halloween for next SpaceX crew launch
SpaceX crew capsule will carry four astronauts to the International Space Station for a six-month stay.
Mass evacuations as wildfire erupts in California wine country
Tens of thousands of people have been forced out of their homes as a new wildfire burns out of control in Napa and Sonoma counties.
Oceans are out of balance — and that means stronger storms
Oceans store 1,000 more heat than the atmosphere and ultimately control our climate destiny.
As fossil fuel jobs falter, renewables come to the rescue
"People don't realize it, but there is a 100% renewable revolution going on right underneath our feet."
First black hole ever photographed appears to be "wobbling"
Scientists were surprised to find the ring of gas surrounding the supermassive black hole appears to have moved significantly.
Health
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Coronavirus death toll surpasses 1 million worldwide
As the global coronavirus death toll hits a grim milestone, the medical community has at least learned lessons from the losses.
3 scientists' advice on how to protect yourself from COVID-19
In contrast to early thinking about the importance of transmission by contact with large respiratory droplets, it turns out that a major way people become infected is by breathing in the virus.
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.
Boy's death led to detection of brain-eating amoeba in water
After Josiah McIntyre's death, heath officials conducted water sample tests and detected the brain-eating amoeba.
CDC recommends virtual Thanksgivings
The CDC recommends smaller dinners with people only living in the same household, or enjoying the holiday virtually.
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Uber can operate in London again after latest court ruling
Legal victory in lucrative European market will help ride-hailing company as it struggles to turn a profit.
Judge halts Tiktok ban hours before it was set to go into effect
A more comprehensive ban remains scheduled for November, about a week after the presidential election.
Company to pay $60 million for deceptive pelvic mesh marketing
C.R. Bard failed to inform women of "serious and life-altering risks" related to permanent pelvic mesh devices.
Apple temporarily drops App Store fee for online events
Tech giant suspends its 30% charge for businesses that use the company's app platform to sell online events.
Berkeley poised to ban junk food in store checkout aisles
California city may become first in U.S. to prohibit displays of unhealthy snacks for shoppers waiting to pay.
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Woman charged with sending ricin to White House pleads not guilty
A Buffalo judge said there was "a very strong case" against her based on an indictment in Washington, D.C.
Brett Hankison pleads not guilty to charges in Breonna Taylor case
Hankison's attorney asked the judge to allow his client to be able to keep a weapon for self-defense — but the judge denied the request due to the conditions of his bond, according to CBS affiliate WLKY.
Sheriff charged for destroying video of Black man's fatal arrest
Javier Ambler's March 2019 fatal arrest was captured by film crews for the now-canceled A&E TV show "Live PD."
Family of handcuffed man shot dead by cop awarded $20 million
The settlement reflects the "heinous nature, the brutal nature, the senseless nature" of William Green's killing, lawyer says.
Video in Breonna Taylor case may show police policy violation
Other evidence also shows that the one shot fired by Taylor's boyfriend may not have hit an officer.
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NASA targeting Halloween for next SpaceX crew launch
SpaceX crew capsule will carry four astronauts to the International Space Station for a six-month stay.
NASA astronaut to cast her ballot from 200 miles above Earth
"If we can do it from space, then I believe folks can do it from the ground, too," Kate Rubins said.
First black hole ever photographed appears to be "wobbling"
Scientists were surprised to find the ring of gas surrounding the supermassive black hole appears to have moved significantly.
A rare blue moon will light up the Halloween night sky
2020 marks the first time a Halloween full moon has been visible in all time zones since World War II.
How to watch as an asteroid zooms close to Earth this week
An asteroid is passing extremely close to Earth this week — and skywatchers have a chance to spot it.
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Evidence in the Amy Mullis corn rake murder case
A look inside the case against Todd Mullis, a Iowa farmer accused of killing his wife with a farm tool.
America's favorite actors in 2020, ranked
From Will Smith to Betty White to Danny DeVito, here are America's most beloved performers.
Evidence in the case against Mary Katherine Higdon
The investigation into Steven Freeman's death reveals a toxic relationship between high school sweethearts.
Cayley Mandadi death: A look at her final hours
After attending a music festival with her boyfriend in October 2017, Cayley Mandadi died from injuries she sustained that day -- but what exactly caused her death?
The highest-paid U.S. athletes in 2020, ranked
Here's the definitive list of the athletes who earn the most money in the NBA, NFL and MLB
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Oakland's Red Bay Coffee champions diversity
Red Bay Coffee, a black-owned coffee brand based in Oakland, California, is roasting "Beautiful Coffee to the People." Owned by Keba Konte and his wife, Rachel, their roots are planted in what the company calls the "fourth wave" of coffee. CBSN spoke with Rachel Konte, Red Bay Coffee's chief of design, about their mission to bring diversity and equity to the coffee industry.
CBSN Originals "Symbolic Justice"
With renewed calls for racial justice in America come fresh demands to take down Confederate monuments, rid sports teams of Native American mascots, and rebrand products that use racist caricatures. But does the focus on imagery distract from the fight for systemic change? This CBSN Originals documentary explores the effectiveness of dismantling these symbols of the past in the push for a more equitable future.
Trump denies New York Times report on his taxes
President Trump refused to answer questions Monday about reporting by the New York Times that said he avoided paying any federal income tax for several years. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy and CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe join CBSN's Elaine Quijano with the latest.
Trump 2016 campaign allegedly tried to deter Black voters
Brad Parscale's name is in the spotlight for another reason after Channel 4 News released a report detailing an alleged Trump campaign strategy to deter Black Americans from voting in 2016. Jason Kint, CEO of Digital Content Next, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with more.
CBSN Originals: "Socialism"
Socialism has gone mainstream in American politics, but it remains deeply controversial. For some, it seems to offer an appealing solution to the country’s woes, but for others, it evokes fearful imagery of authoritarian regimes. This CBSN Originals documentary dives into the culture war over socialism and what it means for the nation's future.