iPads on Business Trips: Good Idea?
Business travel is where the rubber meets the road, so to speak. Can an iPad effectively take the place of a laptop, or is it not quite there yet? The answer may surprise you.
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Multitasking Despite the Warnings? 4 Strategies to Sharpen Your Attention Span
Is multitasking reducing your attention span and effectively giving you ADD? Single-task your way through this post to find out.
Simplify Document Management by Accessing SharePoint or Google Docs in Outlook
Everyone agrees that a content management system -- you know, where you store your documents online -- is a good thing. Here's a way to integrate yours into Outlook.
Being Your Own Boss: It's All About Mastering the Details
You know those people who go around saying, "don't sweat the small stuff?" Yeah, well, that's just not an option when you are your own boss.
How to Win in Local Markets -- When You're Not Local
When Robert Stack tried to grow his organization beyond New Jersey, new markets blew him off -- he wasn't local. Here's how he convinced the skeptics to give him a chance.
Can This Entrepreneur Sell America on Gourmet Tofu?
John Scharffenberger did it with sparkling wine and chocolate. But tofu? The serial food entrepreneur explains how he's planning to grow a small soy startup -- and convert meat eaters into fans.
Get Free Remote Access and Screen-Sharing with TeamViewer
One of the all-time great freebies, TeamViewer lets you host online meetings, take control of another user's PC, or even access your own PC from afar. (Don't worry, it's all very secure.)
Remove Bloatware with Free SlimComputer Utility
If your new PC arrived with trialware, toolbars, and other crap you don't want -- and don't have time to uninstall manually -- let this handy tool send it packing.
Should We Pay Our Customer Service Reps on Commission?
You already pay commissions to your sales people. Should you pay your customer service reps the same way?
How to Lock the Screen Orientation After Upgrading Your iPad to iOS 4.2
If you upgraded your iPad last week, you might have gotten the same surprise I did: The screen orientation lock on the side of the device no longer locks the screen in place.
6 Ways to Stand Out in a Crowded Market
How can small businesses distinguish themselves from their larger competitors? Independent booksellers have it down. Here's what you can learn from them.
Get 768MB of Extra Dropbox Space For Free
So, you use Dropbox all the time, but you're running low on space. The solution: Dropbox has just added a slew of new ways to add more free space to your account.
6 Reasons Why Small Business Doesn't Need the SBA
Federal budget cutters' proposal to merge the Small Business Administration into the Department of Commerce unleashed an avalanche of angst that the move would be disastrous for small firms. What will happen with the SBA is unknown. But clearly almost any federal spending cut is at least on the tabl...
Fight Malware Infections with Free Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 1.5
Sometimes, no matter how robust your PC security measures, something gets through. You'll know because your system slows to a crawl, your browser gets hijacked, or scary, unfamiliar alerts appear without warning. The question is, what can you do about it? For starters, go back in time and mak...
How We Survived Getting Sued by the Big Guys
When four publishers brought a lawsuit against ValoreBooks, CEO Bobby Brannigan had to decide whether to fight back or surrender. Here's what happened and what he learned from it.
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At least 4 U.S. troops dead as Iran lashes out at America's Gulf allies
Day 3 of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran sees America's military death toll rise to four, and skies full of missiles as Persian Gulf allies take hits.
Pete Hegseth says Iran military mission will not be "endless"
The Pentagon announced Monday that a fourth American service member has been killed in Operation Epic Fury.
Texas gunman wore "Property of Allah" hoodie during attack, sources say
The man who killed two and wounded 14 also had photos of Iranian leaders in his home, a source said.
4 U.S. service members killed in Iranian strike in Kuwait, Pentagon says
The first U.S. casualties of the war with Iran occurred among American personnel based in Kuwait.
3 U.S. F-15s mistakenly shot down by Kuwait but all crew safe
Three American fighter jets were "mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses," CENTCOM said in a statement Monday, as the war with Iran continued for a third day.
Iranian Prince Pahlavi says "this is our chance" after Khamenei's death
Prince Reza Pahlavi, a leader of the opposition to the Islamic Republic, discusses whether regime change is coming, who leads a transition, and nuclear weapons.
Trump says operations will "continue until all of our objectives are achieved"
"Sadly, there will likely be more before it ends. That's the way it is. Likely be more," President Trump said after mentioning the three U.S. service members killed in the operation.
Map shows U.S.-Israel military strike locations across Iran
A map created by the CBS News data team shows the strike locations across Iran, including the capital and the site of a major nuclear facility.
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AI executive Dario Amodei on the red lines Anthropic would not cross
The CEO of Anthropic says his company refused to allow its technology to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement).
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Woman and dog killed, 3 others stabbed in road rage incident on D.C. beltway
Virginia State Police were called to Interstate 495 southbound near exit 52 in Annandale, Virginia, around 1:20 p.m. on Sunday for a reported road rage incident.
Stock futures dive, oil prices jump as U.S. war in Iran rattles investors
Stock markets in the U.S. are poised to drop amid concerns that the U.S.-Israel attacks on Iran could drive up energy costs.
Pete Hegseth says Iran military mission will not be "endless"
The Pentagon announced Monday that a fourth American service member has been killed in Operation Epic Fury.
3 U.S. F-15s mistakenly shot down by Kuwait but all crew safe
Three American fighter jets were "mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses," CENTCOM said in a statement Monday, as the war with Iran continued for a third day.
Trump says operations will "continue until all of our objectives are achieved"
"Sadly, there will likely be more before it ends. That's the way it is. Likely be more," President Trump said after mentioning the three U.S. service members killed in the operation.
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Stock futures dive, oil prices jump as U.S. war in Iran rattles investors
Stock markets in the U.S. are poised to drop amid concerns that the U.S.-Israel attacks on Iran could drive up energy costs.
Oil prices rise sharply in market trading after attacks disrupt supply
Oil prices rose sharply when market trading began late Sunday over concerns that the supply from Iran and elsewhere in the Middle East would slow or grind to a halt.
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Hegseth declares Anthropic a "supply chain risk to national security"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth deemed artificial intelligence firm Anthropic a supply chain risk on Friday, following days of increasingly heated public conflict with the AI company.
Robots, already in hospitals, are ready to roll in other industries
In the years to come, robots will help offset worker shortages in health care, manufacturing and other industries, experts say.
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Pete Hegseth says Iran military mission will not be "endless"
The Pentagon announced Monday that a fourth American service member has been killed in Operation Epic Fury.
Trump says operations will "continue until all of our objectives are achieved"
"Sadly, there will likely be more before it ends. That's the way it is. Likely be more," President Trump said after mentioning the three U.S. service members killed in the operation.
Lawmakers stress new urgency around war powers votes after Iran strikes
Efforts in Congress to block President Trump from using further military force against Iran without support from lawmakers have intensified after the U.S. and Israel launched a massive military operation.
Trump signals willingness to talk to new Iranian leadership as strikes continue
President Trump said Sunday that he is willing to speak with the new leadership in Iran following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Wife of Rep. Jim Baird dies following complications from car crash injuries
Danise Baird, the wife of Indiana Rep. Jim Baird, has died following complications from her car crash injuries with her husband in January.
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Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
College student's mystery illness diagnosed as Stage IV cancer
Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.
Medicaid is paying for more dental care. GOP cuts threaten to reverse the trend.
More than three dozen states cover dental services for people on Medicaid, but with about $900 billion in cuts expected to hit states over the next decade, many programs could roll back dental coverage.
Health premiums threaten their nest egg. A terminal diagnosis may spare it.
Chaz and Jean Franklin were facing a sevenfold increase in their health premium payments with the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans. Then Jean received a crushing diagnosis.
Could "kidulting" be the way to take the work out of your workout?
A British gym chain is offering classes in "kidulting," luring adults into fitness with classes built around playground and PE class classics.
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Pete Hegseth says Iran military mission will not be "endless"
The Pentagon announced Monday that a fourth American service member has been killed in Operation Epic Fury.
El Nino could return this year and make Earth even hotter
The weather phenomenon known as El Nino could form later this year, potentially pushing global temperatures to record heights, researchers say.
3 U.S. F-15s mistakenly shot down by Kuwait but all crew safe
Three American fighter jets were "mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses," CENTCOM said in a statement Monday, as the war with Iran continued for a third day.
Photos showing last moments of men executed by Nazis appear on eBay
The photos showed "the last moments" of 200 men executed at an Athens shooting range on May 1, 1944, Greece's the culture ministry said.
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At least 4 U.S. troops dead as Iran lashes out at America's Gulf allies
Day 3 of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran sees America's military death toll rise to four, and skies full of missiles as Persian Gulf allies take hits.
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USA hockey stars joke about "Heated Rivalry" and Trump invite on "SNL"
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Extended interview: Marc Shaiman
In this web exclusive, composer Marc Shaiman, a Tony Award-winner for "Hairspray," and a seven-time Oscar nominee, talks with Tracy Smith about his career; his new memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Winner"; and his collaboration and friendship with Rob Reiner.
Broadway, Hollywood composer Marc Shaiman on being a "sore winner"
A Tony Award-winner for "Hairspray," and a seven-time Oscar nominee, Marc Shaiman has written about his nearly 50 years in show business in a new memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Winner."
Broadway and Hollywood composer Marc Shaiman
A Tony Award-winner for "Hairspray," and a seven-time Oscar nominee, Marc Shaiman has written about his nearly 50 years in show business in a new memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Winner." Shaiman talks with Tracy Smith about collaborating with Billy Crystal on parody songs for the Oscars; composing scores for Rob Reiner's films; and why he says, beginning as a piano prodigy at age 16, "there was no stopping me."
Neil Sedaka: An appreciation
David Pogue looks back at the career of the singer-songwriter whose Top 10 hits included such classics as "Oh, Carol," "Calendar Girl," "Breaking Up Is Hard To Do," and "Laughter in the Rain."
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AI executive Dario Amodei on the red lines Anthropic would not cross
The CEO of Anthropic says his company refused to allow its technology to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement).
AI company Anthropic's Dario Amodei: "We are patriots"
Dario Amodei, co-founder and CEO of the artificial intelligence company Anthropic, says his company refused to allow its AI product, Claude, to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement). That prompted President Trump to announce Friday that he is banning Anthropic's technology from all federal use, while Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth labeled the company "a supply chain risk to national security." Amodei talks with correspondent Jo Ling Kent about why he calls the administration's actions "retaliatory and punitive."
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.
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Anthropic CEO on "punitive" Pentagon action
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said that the Pentagon's decision to designate the AI company a supply chain risk is "retaliatory and punitive." The Pentagon made the designation, which restricts military contractors from doing business with Anthropic, after the company refused to give the military unfettered access to its AI model.
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NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
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Woman and dog killed, 3 others stabbed in road rage incident on D.C. beltway
Virginia State Police were called to Interstate 495 southbound near exit 52 in Annandale, Virginia, around 1:20 p.m. on Sunday for a reported road rage incident.
Austin bar shooting being linked to terrorism
New details are emerging about the apparent suspect who police say killed two people and wounded 14 at a bar in Austin, Texas, over the weekend. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
Austin bar shooting may have been terror attack
The FBI is investigating a shooting that killed two people at an Austin, Texas, bar as a possible terror attack. Jason Allen reports.
2 dead, 14 hurt in Texas bar shooting
At least two people were killed and 14 were injured in a mass shooting outside an Austin, Texas, bar, authorities said Sunday. There were indicators on the suspect and in his vehicle that suggest a "potential nexus to terrorism," but it's too early to determine the motivation, FBI Acting Special Agent Alex Doran said during a briefing Sunday. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
Texas gunman wore "Property of Allah" hoodie during attack, sources say
The man who killed two and wounded 14 also had photos of Iranian leaders in his home, a source said.
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Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Safety concerns over NASA's Artemis program
NASA's Artemis II mission continues to face concerns and delays. Scott E. Parazynski, a former astronaut, joins CBS News with more.
NASA rolls Artemis II back for repairs
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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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?
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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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Future of Iran leadership
The death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been met with public displays of mourning, but also joy and relief. Imtiaz Tyab reports on the regime and who could lead Iran next.
3 U.S. jets "mistakenly" shot down in Kuwait
As the war with Iran continues, three U.S. fighter jets crashed in Kuwait, but the pilots ejected safely, the U.S. military said. Meanwhile, the death toll surges amid ongoing strikes in Iran. Charlie D'Agata has the latest.
Pentagon breaks down Operation Epic Fury
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine broke down the timeline of Operation Epic Fury in Iran during a Monday briefing at the Pentagon on the conflict that sparked in the Middle East on Saturday.
Hegseth calls war in Iran "turning point"
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth called the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran a "generational turning point" during a Monday briefing at the Pentagon, the first time U.S. military officials have spoken out since the conflict erupted. At least four service members have died from injuries sustained in the operation, U.S. Central Command said.
Military death toll climbs to 4, war ongoing
The U.S. military death toll is climbing as the war with Iran continues, the American Central Command said Monday. This comes as the conflict enters Day 3 and as news emerges of 3 American F-15s being "mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses." CBS News breaks down the latest.