Mac App Store Holiday News: Store Freeze, No Demos Likely
Apple publishers should brace themselves for a less than cheery holiday season, as Apple is squashing demos and the Mac App store may be shut during crucial shopping days.
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Google's Losing Bid for Groupon: A Lesson in Negotiation?
Groupon reportedly rejected Google's $6 billion offer. This may have been the case where putting less, not more, on the table might have sealed the deal.
Motorola Droid Explodes, and Not In a Good Way
A Texas man claims that his new Droid 2 exploded in his ear. IT's a bad sign for Motorola, which is about to spin off the handset division and which needs to keep sales strong.
Will Howard Stern Move to iTunes? Even the Rumor Underscores Apple's Media Clout [Update]
A rumor that Howard Stern will leave Sirius XM Radio to go to Apple iTunes is probably the accident of investor panic. But the idea that Apple could replace media companies is real.
Microsoft Takes Aim at IBM's Mainframe and Cloud Business
Microsoft invests in a company that creates open source software that emulates IBM mainframes. It's a clear sign of Microsoft's intent to pursue mainframe customers as potential cloud clients.
Panasonic's Avatar Sales Strategy: You Gotta Buy The 3-D Glasses
Offering the only home 3D version of Avatar is already creating significant demand for equipment.
BigStar's App Puts the Lie to Apple's Anti-Porn Stance on the iPhone/iPad [UPDATE]
A new movie streaming app shows how futile the war on mobile porn is for Apple and Google.
Doing Business in South Korea? Your Strategy Plan Should Factor in the Saber Rattling
Political stability and physical safety are the prime issues in North Korea's current aggressive stance toward its southern neighbor. But tech CEOs also must remember how vulnerable their industry is.
"Do Not Track" Is Coming to the Web, Thanks to Online Marketers
The FTC has issued a report with recommendations that consumers have ways to opt out of being tracked by marketers on the Web. And there's a significant chance that Congress could take action.
Net Neutrality Faces a Political Gauntlet, and the Fall-Out Will Hit Tech Firms
Significant political forces oppose the net neutrality plans that FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski has outlined. But whether it goes into action or not, high tech companies have some rough times ahead.
Apple Loses the First Mover Smartphone Advantage
A Nielsen survey for October shows that Android has caught up with iPhone and that Apple has lost its initial advantage in offering a multi-touch smartphone. And the pressure will only get worse.
How Paying With Your Phone Will Disrupt Retail
With almost every smartphone player signed on to use near-field chips in their new phones, brick-and-mortar stores are going to have to adapt quickly.
Why Net Neutrality Means Consumers Should Pay More -- but Won't
As Comcast and Level 3 fight over what sending Netflix streaming video to consumers is worth, a problem in the Internet comes clear. Consumers can't expect unlimited fixed-fee bandwidth.
Why Apple Should be Worried About Sharp's 3D Android Phones
Sharp's new 3D phones are going to be threatening Apple's dominance on several fronts. Three reasons why Apple needs to react soon.
Will Groupon Be Google's Most Expensive Mistake?
Could Google theoretically benefit from the type of local presence Groupon has? Absolutely. Will it? Not a chance. Why? Because the two companies have radically different approaches to business.
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Trump says U.S. is "getting a lot closer" to agreement with Iran
U.S. officials and negotiators were discussing a process to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, sources briefed on the conversations said.
Kyle Busch's cause of death revealed by family
Kyle Busch, who won more races in NASCAR's top three series than anyone in history, died suddenly on Thursday.
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Trump says U.S. will only sign Iran agreement "if we get everything we want"
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said "there might be some news a little later today" when asked about the Iran negotiations.
What to know about California chemical tank set to explode or leak
The tank at GKN Aerospace is estimated to contain 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a volatile chemical used to produce plastics.
U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
At the same time, Tehran is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal for a possible agreement to end the nearly three-month war.
Ebola kills 3 Red Cross workers in the Congo, organization says
The three workers, who died in March, were "among the first known victims of the outbreak," the Red Cross said.
Cruz says Blanche faced "full-on revolt" over DOJ fund at meeting with GOP senators
The GOP senator said the meeting included "screaming," adding that "fiery does not begin to cut it."
Judge tosses federal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
Trump administration to require most green card applicants to leave U.S. first
The Trump administration on Friday announced a sweeping policy designed to make it harder for immigrants already in the U.S. to get permanent residency.
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Kyle Busch's cause of death revealed by family
Kyle Busch, who won more races in NASCAR's top three series than anyone in history, died suddenly on Thursday.
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Trump says U.S. is "getting a lot closer" to agreement with Iran
U.S. officials and negotiators were discussing a process to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, sources briefed on the conversations said.
What to know about California chemical tank set to explode or leak
The tank at GKN Aerospace is estimated to contain 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a volatile chemical used to produce plastics.
How some U.S. schools are teaching kindness classes
Kindness 101 is a program that uses the stories CBS News finds in our "On the Road" series to teach kindness and character. The stories are paired with lesson plans created by a nonprofit at Iowa's Drake University called "Character Counts!"
SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
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AI is driving more job cuts and weighing on hiring, economists say
Economists say AI is reshaping the U.S. labor market by suppressing hiring even as overall job losses remain limited.
House lawmakers launch insider trading probe into Kalshi and Polymarket
Rep. James Comer is requesting information from Kalshi and Polymarket on how the prediction markets guard against insider trading.
Kevin Warsh sworn in as new Fed chair, replacing Powell
Kevin Warsh has vowed to preserve the Fed's independence over monetary policy, telling lawmakers he will never "predetermine" interest rates at the president's request.
This factor may determine whether you get rich. You don't control it.
Landing a good-paying job may not be enough to buy a home. A new study finds family wealth plays an outsized role in who becomes a homeowner.
Why Google's Gemini Spark AI agent could be a game changer
AI tools that autonomously perform tasks for users mark a major step forward from chatbots, according to tech experts.
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Trump says U.S. is "getting a lot closer" to agreement with Iran
U.S. officials and negotiators were discussing a process to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, sources briefed on the conversations said.
Cruz says Blanche faced "full-on revolt" over DOJ fund at meeting with GOP senators
The GOP senator said the meeting included "screaming," adding that "fiery does not begin to cut it."
U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
At the same time, Tehran is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal for a possible agreement to end the nearly three-month war.
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CIA director brought paramilitary leader involved in Maduro capture to Cuba meeting
When CIA Director John Ratcliffe visited Havana last week to meet with senior Cuban officials, he brought along one of the covert operators involved in the mission to capture Nicolás Maduro, multiple people familiar with the matter said.
Judge tosses federal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
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What to know about California chemical tank set to explode or leak
The tank at GKN Aerospace is estimated to contain 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a volatile chemical used to produce plastics.
Ebola kills 3 Red Cross workers in the Congo, organization says
The three workers, who fell ill in March and died in May, were "among the first known victims of the outbreak," the Red Cross said.
Teen's mystery illness solved: "It took 18 years to get an answer"
Lucia Adarve had a long list of symptoms that no one could diagnose. Her mother Lisa was determined to find an answer.
Ebola "spreading rapidly" in the Congo with national risk "very high"
The head of the World Health Organization says Ebola has killed at least 7 people in Congo, but the U.N. agency says it knows the epidemic "is much larger."
New weight-loss drug Retatrutide in trials
A new weight-loss drug, so new it is not on the market yet, is showing promising results in trials, doing much more than what current medications can. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
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Ebola kills 3 Red Cross workers in the Congo, organization says
The three workers, who fell ill in March and died in May, were "among the first known victims of the outbreak," the Red Cross said.
Bodies of divers who died in Maldives scuba accident returned to Italy
The remains of four Italian divers who died deep inside an underwater cave have been repatriated. One other set of remains was returned earlier this month.
Coal mine explosion in China kills at least 82 people, state media say
The incident marks China's deadliest mining accident in years.
U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
At the same time, Tehran is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal for a possible agreement to end the nearly three-month war.
Fake political party led by an AI cockroach overruns Indian politics
The satirical "Cockroach Janta Party" calls itself a "political front of the youth, by the youth, for the youth." India's government may be trying to squash it.
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Summer movies to rush to the theater for
Matt Singer, the editor and critic for ScreenCrush.com, joins "CBS Saturday Morning" for a preview of this summer's hottest movies worth watching.
Ryan Bingham reflects on his music, TV career
Ryan Bingham's career spans decades and genres. He went from a 2009 awards season sweep with "The Weary Kind (Theme from Crazy Heart)" to starring as Walker in "Yellowstone." Bingham sat down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to reflect on his work and to discuss his latest project, "They Call Us The Lucky Ones," which he created in collaboration with The Texas Gentlemen.
Lamorne Morris steps into the Marvel universe
Lamorne Morris sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his career as he steps into the Marvel universe with Nicholas Cage for "Spider-Noir."
Ryan Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen perform "Relevance"
Ryan Bingham is an Oscar, Grammy, Golden Globe and Critics' Choice award-winning singer-songwriter who also played Walker in "Yellowstone." For his first album in seven years, Bingham teamed up with The Texas Gentlemen to create "They Call Us The Lucky Ones." Here's Ryan Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen performing "Relevance."
Ryan Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen perform "Let the Big Dog Eat"
Ryan Bingham is an Oscar, Grammy, Golden Globe and Critics' Choice award-winning singer-songwriter who also played Walker in "Yellowstone." For his first album in seven years, Bingham teamed up with The Texas Gentlemen to create "They Call Us The Lucky Ones." Here's Ryan Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen performing "Let the Big Dog Eat."
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CBS News poll finds most doubt government will ensure AI used appropriately
Amid concern about AI taking jobs, people see a range of motives by AI companies.
Ring founder on the Fire Watch feature
As thousands evacuate their homes in Southern California to flee the Sandy Fire, Ring doorbell and security cameras are helping residents and emergency crews stay informed and stay safe. Ring founder Jamie Siminoff joins CBS News to discuss the Fire Watch feature.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Stanford student on how AI impacted his class
A recent opinion piece in The New York Times spotlighted the impact of artificial intelligence on the 2026 graduating class at one of the world's most prestigious universities. The author, Stanford student Theo Baker, joins to discuss.
Why Google's Gemini Spark AI agent could be a game changer
AI tools that autonomously perform tasks for users mark a major step forward from chatbots, according to tech experts.
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What we know about new UFO file release
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
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Woman accused of shooting 2 lawyers
A woman is accused of opening fire outside a courthouse in Raleigh, North Carolina, and shooting two lawyers, police said.
Lawyers shot outside North Carolina courthouse
In Raleigh, North Carolina, a woman's civil case turned into a criminal one after police said she shot two lawyers outside a courthouse. Both were hospitalized. Skyler Henry reports.
Ivey and Ellison on 6 years since Floyd murder
Six years after his murder in Minneapolis, and despite passing the House twice, the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act remains stalled in the Senate. Some lawmakers are hoping to change that. Democratic Rep. Glenn Ivey of Maryland and Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison join to reflect on the state of police reform.
Mosque attack was streamed online
The deadly attack at the Islamic Center of San Diego was streamed online, and at least three people watched as two teenagers attacked the facility filled with young students, CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Britney Spears argument, DUI arrest on video
A newly released video shows the California Highway Patrol's March 4, 2026, DUI arrest of pop star Britney Spears in Ventura County, California. Officers indicated they smelled alcohol on Spears and conducted a field sobriety test before she was placed in the back of a patrol car and taken to a hospital for a blood test to check for drugs. Spears voluntarily checked herself into rehab in April and pleaded guilty to reckless driving.
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SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
SpaceX launch of more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket scrubbed at last minute
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
SpaceX to explore "the true nature of the universe" as it plans IPO
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Changes for immigrants seeking green cards
The Trump administration announced Friday its sweeping policy change that will require most immigrants seeking green cards to leave the U.S. first. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
The Dish: Moo's Craft Barbecue
"CBS Saturday Morning" explores by Moo's Craft Barbecue has become Los Angeles' most popular barbecue spot.
Summer movies to rush to the theater for
Matt Singer, the editor and critic for ScreenCrush.com, joins "CBS Saturday Morning" for a preview of this summer's hottest movies worth watching.
Ryan Bingham reflects on his music, TV career
Ryan Bingham's career spans decades and genres. He went from a 2009 awards season sweep with "The Weary Kind (Theme from Crazy Heart)" to starring as Walker in "Yellowstone." Bingham sat down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to reflect on his work and to discuss his latest project, "They Call Us The Lucky Ones," which he created in collaboration with The Texas Gentlemen.
Lamorne Morris steps into the Marvel universe
Lamorne Morris sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his career as he steps into the Marvel universe with Nicholas Cage for "Spider-Noir."