Record-high temperatures could scorch U.S. economy
Climate change has the potential to sap the U.S. economy more than tariffs or other man-made threats
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Why Trump's pick to head Labor Dept scares worker advocates
As a lawyer, the son of the late Supreme Court judge fought against laws constraining big corporations
Ragu recalls pasta sauce over possible plastic contamination
Five types of the pasta sauce are being recalled nationwide, including at retailers such as Walmart
Behind the protests in Puerto Rico, a tale of economic woe
Outrage over the governor's leaked private remarks is heightening anger over widespread poverty and high unemployment
The real stars of "Stranger Things"? All those brand names
The hit Netflix series' seamless twining of stories and products is changing how companies market their brands
J.C. Penney shares tank as another big retailer spirals down
Century-old retailer is in freefall amid a report that it's seeking advice on how to restructure its debt
"Save Chick-fil-A law" signed by Texas governor bans "adverse actions" against companies because of religious views
The new law comes after San Antonio barred the fast-food chain from its airport because of its LGBTQ views
Worker fired for telling customers to "go back to their country"
Employee loses his job days after questioning the citizenship of Hispanic customers in an incident captured on video
Doorbell cams raise privacy fears and concerns about bias
Critics say Amazon's Ring appears to stir up fears of crime even as rates are falling. Others say the cams
Boeing says its costs from the 737 Max mount to $4.9 billion
The company is taking the charge to cover compensation to airlines that canceled thousands of flights
Americans still think they can make money flipping houses
Many people say real estate is a better investment than stocks, bonds or gold—the real numbers show otherwise
Some FaceApp privacy concerns may be overblown
Wired editor-in-chief Nick Thompson tells CBSN there's little evidence to back up photo fears around Russian-owned app
So you want to spend the night in a Wienermobile
In Chicago, lovers of hot dogs and kitsch alike can now rent Oscar Mayer's flagship vehicle -- parking is included
Nike's Colin Kaepernick ad is nominated for an Emmy
"Believe in something. Even if it means sacrificing everything," Kaepernick says
Toys R Us return begins with baby steps: 2 new stores
Company that bought the Toys R Us name in a bankruptcy court sale will start a new toy story with outlets in N.J. and Texas
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Temperatures top 100 degrees from central U.S. to East Coast
A dangerous heat wave across the U.S. could affect up to 195 million people
British say Iran seized 2 vessels in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Revolutionary Guard says it has seized British oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz; a second tanker was confirmed seized later on Friday
More than 3,000 prisoners released under First Step Act
The new law is designed to help inmates transition back into society
Microsoft official says Iranian cyber activity has increased
Microsoft senior vice president of customer security Tom Burt says the company saw "an incredible increase, a spike in [cyber] activity, once the United States announced it was withdrawing from the nuclear treaty"
Vietnam veterans honor a fallen soldier 50 years later
Army Pfc. Leonard Nitzsche was killed in 1970. But members of his platoon felt they never got a chance to say goodbye
State of emergency declared in Wisconsin after electrical fires
The declaration authorizes the activation of the National Guard if necessary and directs state agencies to provide assistance
Former NFL champion dies of heat stroke in Arkansas
Petrus had worked outside all day at his family shop and his cause of death is listed as heat stroke, coroner says
2 more accusers come forward after Epstein denied bail
The 66-year-old financier is charged with two counts of sex trafficking involving minors
American citizen accused of becoming ISIS sniper
Asainov, a naturalized U.S. citizen born in Kazakhstan, appeared in federal court in Brooklyn on Friday
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Nomadness Travel Tribe creates safe space for black travelers
Nomadness Travel Tribe is the New Age, international roadmap for African-American travelers
A medical diagnosis leads to an innovative fashion design
Emily Levy launched Mighty Well after she discovered there was no practical medical product to protect her catheter
He wants to end "energy poverty" around the globe
More than 1 billion people worldwide don't have access to electricity. Henry Louie wants to change that with microgrids.
An online art gallery that strips art world of its pretense
Tze Chun's Uprise Art is turning the art-buying experience on its head, cultivating a new generation of collectors
Pearl Street Caviar aims to popularize pricey delicacy
Craig Page is working to change caviar's image and cost as a food for the 1% so it it can be enjoyed by the 99%
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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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Microsoft official says Iranian cyber activity has increased
Microsoft senior vice president of customer security Tom Burt says the company saw "an incredible increase, a spike in [cyber] activity, once the United States announced it was withdrawing from the nuclear treaty"
Ragu recalls pasta sauce over possible plastic contamination
Five types of the pasta sauce are being recalled nationwide, including at retailers such as Walmart
Record-high temperatures could scorch U.S. economy
Climate change has the potential to sap the U.S. economy more than tariffs or other man-made threats
State of emergency declared in Wisconsin after electrical fires
The declaration authorizes the activation of the National Guard if necessary and directs state agencies to provide assistance
Why Trump's pick to head Labor Dept scares worker advocates
As a lawyer, the son of the late Supreme Court judge fought against laws constraining big corporations
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Microsoft official says Iranian cyber activity has increased
Microsoft senior vice president of customer security Tom Burt says the company saw "an incredible increase, a spike in [cyber] activity, once the United States announced it was withdrawing from the nuclear treaty"
Why Trump's pick to head Labor Dept scares worker advocates
As a lawyer, the son of the late Supreme Court judge fought against laws constraining big corporations
Americans who experienced hate call racist Trump rhetoric "heartbreaking"
"You have to recognize the message, the destructiveness of the message, the ugliness of the intent behind it"
Intel chief Dan Coats creates dedicated election security role
The newly created election threats executive (ETE), as the position will be known, will serve as Coats' main adviser on threats to election security
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Castro says Puerto Rico gov should resign
"This governor can no longer be effective and I believe he should resign," former HUD secretary tells CBS News
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At least 10 killed in explosion at gas factory in central China
Another 19 people were seriously injured and five others are missing
Strong earthquake rocks Greek capital; buildings seriously damaged
The quake sparked limited power cuts and communication problems around Athens and the fire brigade reported receiving calls about people being trapped in elevators
2 British oil tankers seized by Iran in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Revolutionary Guard says it has seized British oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz; a second tanker was confirmed seized later on Friday
Congress considers crackdown on trophy hunting
A bill known as the CECIL Act takes aim at trophy hunting imports – but some say these hunts help conservation more than hurt it
U.S. expands "Remain in Mexico" policy to Rio Grande Valley
The move means asylum seekers will now be sent to a Mexican state the U.S. government warns Americans travelers not to visit because of widespread crime and the risk of being kidnapped
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Teen rapper found guilty of 2016 murder
"The Race" rapper faces between 5 and 99 years in prison
Beyoncé just dropped an album and the Bey Hive is in love
Beyoncé's "The Lion King: The Gift" album is a tribute to Africa and features Blue Ivy's singer-writer debut
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Star Trek shows on display at 2019 San Diego Comic-Con
Star Trek beams into Comic-Con International Hall H for the first time Saturday
"Cats" trailer unveils all-star cast as felines
Some Twitter users used words like "weird" "disturbing" and "horrifying" to describe the cat makeovers.
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Doorbell cams raise privacy fears and concerns about bias
Critics say Amazon's Ring appears to stir up fears of crime even as rates are falling. Others say the cams
Some FaceApp privacy concerns may be overblown
Wired editor-in-chief Nick Thompson tells CBSN there's little evidence to back up photo fears around Russian-owned app
SpaceX's Elon Musk says he can put a man on Mars in four years
Preview: The aerospace entrepreneur tells "CBS Sunday Morning" he is thinking bigger, and faster, about manned missions to the Moon and the Red Planet
Uber glitch overcharges customers 100 times their fares
One passenger complained she was charged $1,308 on her credit card instead of $13.08, prompting a fraud alert
FaceApp sparks myths and privacy fears. Here's where your photos go
Consumers flocked to the app to get a glimpse of their older selves, but fears are growing over its privacy policy
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Record-high temperatures could scorch U.S. economy
Climate change has the potential to sap the U.S. economy more than tariffs or other man-made threats
SpaceX's Elon Musk says he can put a man on Mars in four years
Preview: The aerospace entrepreneur tells "CBS Sunday Morning" he is thinking bigger, and faster, about manned missions to the Moon and the Red Planet
Building Giant Magellan, the world's largest telescope
The telescope's resolution will be ten times better than that of the Hubble Space telescope
Wildfires could grow exponentially as climate warms
Drier conditions are a key factor behind the biggest wildfires, and researchers say we're likely to see more in the future
Lunar eclipse on 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 launch
The lunar spectacle falls on the same date when, five decades earlier, Apollo 11 began its voyage to the moon
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After 7 kids get cancer, chemical in city's water scrutinized
Ripon, California, is just one of dozens of cities across the country dealing with the possibly harmful chemical
Know the signs of heat stroke before it's too late
Record-breaking temperatures are expected in at least 14 different states by this weekend
Ebola outbreak in Congo declared a global health emergency
The virus spread this week to a city of two million people
Data show "tsunami" of opioids across U.S. as death toll rose
Pharmaceutical firms shipped 76 billion oxycodone and other pills to drugstores as opioid epidemic was worsening
Drugstore chain CVS developing home kidney dialysis device
Drugstore chain starts trials of machine that could change life for millions of patients and upend a $35 billion market
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Ragu recalls pasta sauce over possible plastic contamination
Five types of the pasta sauce are being recalled nationwide, including at retailers such as Walmart
Record-high temperatures could scorch U.S. economy
Climate change has the potential to sap the U.S. economy more than tariffs or other man-made threats
Why Trump's pick to head Labor Dept scares worker advocates
As a lawyer, the son of the late Supreme Court judge fought against laws constraining big corporations
Behind the protests in Puerto Rico, a tale of economic woe
Outrage over the governor's leaked private remarks is heightening anger over widespread poverty and high unemployment
"Save Chick-fil-A law" signed by Texas governor bans "adverse actions" against companies because of religious views
The new law comes after San Antonio barred the fast-food chain from its airport because of its LGBTQ views
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Prisoners released under First Step Act
More than 3,000 people have been released from prison or halfway houses across the country under the First Step Act. It was signed by the president last year. Mola Lenghi reports.
Teen rapper found guilty of 2016 murder
"The Race" rapper faces between 5 and 99 years in prison
American citizen accused of becoming ISIS sniper
Asainov, a naturalized U.S. citizen born in Kazakhstan, appeared in federal court in Brooklyn on Friday
Twice-deported man charged in killing of Iowa mom and her kids
Guatemalan was booted out of the U.S. in 2010 and 2011, but he's accused of killing a mother and her 2 kids in Des Moines, Iowa this week
4 Chicago cops fired over alleged coverup of teen's shooting
The city's Fraternal Order of Police condemned the dismissals, and the officers were not criminally charged in connection with the black teen's killing
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How realistic is a mission to Mars?
SpaceX founder Elon Musk says it's doable to send astronauts to the moon within two years and to Mars in the next four years. How realistic is that? CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins CBSN from the Kennedy Space Center with a look at the challenges involved.
50 Years Later: Apollo 11 on the "CBS This Morning" podcast
The podcast will travel back in time in the coming days to reflect on the historic launch and landing
SpaceX's Elon Musk says he can put a man on Mars in four years
Preview: The aerospace entrepreneur tells "CBS Sunday Morning" he is thinking bigger, and faster, about manned missions to the Moon and the Red Planet
Building Giant Magellan, the world's largest telescope
The telescope's resolution will be ten times better than that of the Hubble Space telescope
NASA pleads for steady funding for moon mission
NASA's goal of landing astronauts on the moon in 2024 won't be possible without steady funding from Congress
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Manson Family murders: The terrifying story in pictures
A look at the cult slayings that shocked – and scared – America
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Evidence photos from the police shooting of Danroy "DJ" Henry Jr.
Evidence from the scene of Pace University student DJ Henry’s fatal encounter with Officer Aaron Hess in Mount Pleasant, N.Y.
Apollo 11 50th anniversary: 50 photos from the moon
50 photos to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing
Deadliest highway in every state
These are the highways with the highest rate of fatal crashes
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Hormone "microdosing" growing non-binary trend
Doctors are prescribing low doses of hormones — "microdoses" — as more individuals begin to identify as non-binary. Calvin Gilbert, a nurse practitioner at Lyon-Martin health services in San Francisco, joined CBSN to discuss the growing trend.
Governor of Puerto Rico pressured to resign
Gov. Ricardo Rossello is fighting to stay in power despite calls for his resignation. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard is one of three Democratic presidential hopefuls who have also called for the Puerto Rico governor to step down. She joined CBSN to discuss Rossello's widespread disapproval.
Veterans honor a fallen soldier
During the Vietnam War, Army Pfc. Leonard Nitzsche was killed. Members of his platoon felt like they never had a chance to say goodbye. So they found a way to honor him decades later. Steve Hartman has their story on the road.
Americans on the impact of "go back" taunt
At a campaign rally for President Trump, supporters chanted "send her back," amid his feud with Rep. Ilhan Omar. Those words have had a lasting impact on others, who have heard that same taunt growing up. Jamie Yuccas has their story.
Prisoners released under First Step Act
More than 3,000 people have been released from prison or halfway houses across the country under the First Step Act. It was signed by the president last year. Mola Lenghi reports.