International "fake news" committee to demand testimony from tech giants
The "International Grand Committee" wants to hear from Mark Zuckerberg, Sheryl Sandberg, Jeff Bezos, Tim Cook, Sundar Pichai, and other industry giants
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Amazon pulls out of New York HQ2
On Thursday, retail giant Amazon abruptly canceled plans to build a second headquarters in New York City. The company has facing fierce backlash from local leaders and activists. David Begnaud reports.
Amazon scraps plans for NYC HQ2
Amazon canceled plans to build a large second headquarters in the Queens borough of New York City after local residents and officials fought the deal. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson joins CBSN with more on the fallout.
Amazon cancels plan for NYC headquarters
Amazon says it will not move forward with building a headquarters in Queens, New York, following pushback from protesters and local officials who opposed the deal.
Ocasio-Cortez on Amazon scrapping NYC HQ2
Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York welcomed Amazon's decision to cancel plans for a new headquarters in Queens, saying it shows that everyday Americans "can have more say in this country than the richest man in the world."
Amazon cancels New York City headquarters
E-commerce giant had faced fierce opposition for a planned New York location projected to cost $3 billion in incentives
Ocasio-Cortez celebrates Amazon move to scrap NYC headquarters
"Everyday Americans still have the power to organize and fight for their communities and they can have more say in this country than the richest man in the world"
After cutting prices, Amazon's Whole Foods is raising them again
Grocery chain cites rising packaging, ingredient and transportation costs for recent move to hike prices
Jeff Bezos' investigators turn over findings
CBS News has learned investigators hired by Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos have turned their findings over to law enforcement. Bezos has said the National Enquirer tried to blackmail him with explicit photos and messages. Errol Barnett joined CBSN to discuss the investigation.
Probe zeros in on brother of Bezos girlfriend
CBS News has learned investigators hired by Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos have now turned over their findings to law enforcement. They are trying to figure out how the National Enquirer obtained private photos and messages from Bezos. Last week, he claimed the Enquirer had explicit images and was trying to blackmail him. Errol Barnett reports.
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Feds looking into AMI after Bezos claims
Federal investigators are now involved in an alleged extortion scandal involving Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, who claims the owner of the National Enquirer tried to blackmail him. Tony Dokoupil reports.
Amazon could scrap New York City HQ2, report says
Ecommerce giant faces fierce local resistance to its plan to build a second headquarters in borough of Queens
Bezos accuses National Enquirer of blackmail
Amazon's founder and CEO Jeff Bezos is accusing The National Enquirer's parent company, American Media Inc., of blackmailing him by threatening to publish intimate photographs unless Bezos publicly backed off criticisms of the media company. AMI said it lawfully reported the story of Bezos' affair, but it will investigate the allegations he published in an online blog post. Attorney Paul Batista explains the legal challenges AMI, and Bezos, could face.
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Virginia lawmakers rocked by racist photos and assault claim; Baseball legend Frank Robinson dead at 83
Jeff Bezos makes blackmail accusation
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is accusing the publisher of the National Enquirer of blackmail and extortion. In a essay on Medium, Bezos published emails from American Media Inc. as evidence. Elaine Quijano reports.
Woody Allen sues Amazon over scuttled four-movie deal
The director is seeking $68 million from the tech giant, which refused to distribute Allen's latest film
What happened when I asked Alexa and Google Assistant for my data
As smart home devices become increasingly popular, concerns about data collection aren't going away
Who won and lost this year's Super Bowl commercials
A few advertisers scored points, expert says, while one company got sacked for a loss
Finding your data on Alexa, Google Assistant
Smart home devices are becoming increasingly popular but there are concerns about how they are collecting and using data. Amazon and Google dominate the market with their artificially intelligent, voice-activated Alexa and Google Assistant, which are built into many devices. Here's what happened when we asked to see our data.
The next industrial revolution is happening in your home
Here's how the global business and political elite at the World Economic Forum in Davos think the Internet of Things, big data, and artificial intelligence will change the world
Amazon reports third record quarterly profit in a row
Amazon's data centers and advertising service are becoming increasingly important streams of money for the online giant
Earnings week for Apple, Facebook, Microsoft, Amazon
High-tech giants in Wall Street spotlight as investors look for signs that explosive growth is holding up
Amazon facial technology shows bias, researchers say
Facial-detection technology that Amazon markets to law enforcement often misidentifies women, particularly those with darker skin, according to new research
Whole Foods recalls wraps, other products with spinach due to salmonella risk
Ready-to-eat products sold at the grocery chain's stores in eight states may be contaminated by bacterial infection
What Trump officials say and what videos show in Alex Pretti's killing
Federal agents shot and killed a Minnesota ICU nurse in south Minneapolis on Saturday
U.S. carrier strike group enters Middle East region after Iran warning
The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier strike group has crossed into Central Command, the Middle East region that includes Iran, a U.S. official told CBS News.
Power out for hundreds of thousands, roadways snarled with ice and snow
Power outages were reported in numerous states as a monster storm swept across much of the country.
How Minneapolis became ground zero in Trump's immigration crackdown
The fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol agents has further inflamed tensions in Minneapolis, a city at the center of America's immigration debate in recent months. Here's a look at how it started.
Private jet with 8 aboard crashes at Maine airport after taking off in storm
A private aircraft carrying eight people crashed on takeoff Sunday night at Maine's Bangor International Airport, the Federal Aviation Administration said. There was no word on the fate of those on board.
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Judge grants temporary restraining order against DHS after Alex Pretti's killing
U.S. District Court Judge Eric Tostrud granted a temporary restraining order against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Saturday, barring the department from altering or destroying evidence in the killing of Alex Pretti in south Minneapolis.
Minneapolis police chief says "people have had enough" after fatal shooting
The police chief said federal immigration enforcement "tactics are very obviously not safe, and it is generating a lot of outrage and fear in the community."
Shutdown threat looms as Democrats pledge to block funding after shooting
Senate Democrats came out against a funding package in the wake of the deadly shooting of a Minneapolis man by federal agents, with just days until the deadline to fund the government.
Gunmen open fire at soccer field in Mexico, killing 11 and wounding 12
The mayor said a woman and a child were among the wounded in the "cowardly" attack.
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Shutdown threat looms as Democrats pledge to block funding after shooting
Senate Democrats came out against a funding package in the wake of the deadly shooting of a Minneapolis man by federal agents, with just days until the deadline to fund the government.
U.S. carrier strike group enters Middle East region after Iran warning
The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier strike group has crossed into Central Command, the Middle East region that includes Iran, a U.S. official told CBS News.
Climber dies in roughly 300 foot fall on Oregon's Mount Hood, authorities say
A climber on Oregon's Mount Hood was found dead Sunday after witnesses said he or she had fallen about 300 feet, the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office says.
Private jet with 8 aboard crashes at Maine airport after taking off in storm
A private aircraft carrying eight people crashed on takeoff Sunday night at Maine's Bangor International Airport, the Federal Aviation Administration said. There was no word on the fate of those on board.
ICE's Homeland Security Investigations leading probe into Alex Pretti shooting
The decision to place HSI in the lead investigative role is unusual and has raised questions among current and former federal law enforcement officials.
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Flight cancellations top 11,000, most in a single day since pandemic
Flight cancellations are continuing to mount as the U.S. is being hit with dangerous winter weather from a storm moving across the country.
Here's what it takes to achieve an 800 credit score
Only one in four Americans has a credit score above 800, which is considered exceptional, according to industry data.
Bank of America may introduce credit card with 10% APR
Facing pressure from President Trump, credit card issuers are exploring ways to ease borrowing costs.
How to heat your home safely as fierce winter storm grips the U.S.
Federal safety regulators warn that home heating equipment can spark fires or emit carbon monoxide. Here's what to know.
What to know about EVs as the winter storm brings bone-chilling temps
Cold weather can reduce the efficiency of electric vehicles, shortening their driving range. These tips can help.
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Shutdown threat looms as Democrats pledge to block funding after shooting
Senate Democrats came out against a funding package in the wake of the deadly shooting of a Minneapolis man by federal agents, with just days until the deadline to fund the government.
ICE's Homeland Security Investigations leading probe into Alex Pretti shooting
The decision to place HSI in the lead investigative role is unusual and has raised questions among current and former federal law enforcement officials.
What Trump officials say and what videos show in Alex Pretti's killing
Federal agents shot and killed a Minnesota ICU nurse in south Minneapolis on Saturday.
How Minneapolis became ground zero in Trump's immigration crackdown
The fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol agents has further inflamed tensions in Minneapolis, a city at the center of America's immigration debate in recent months. Here's a look at how it started.
Walz to Trump: "You clearly underestimated the people of this state"
Minnesota's governor spoke out Sunday afternoon following the shooting death of Alex Pretti by federal immigration enforcement agents. "What's the plan, Donald Trump? What is the plan?" Walz said. "Fear, violence and chaos is what you wanted from us, and you clearly underestimated the people of this state and nation."
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Heart failure threatened her pregnancy. A first-of-its-kind procedure saved it.
Cassandra King was thrilled to be pregnant after years of fertility struggles and multiple miscarriages. Then a sudden cardiac event threatened everything.
Loss of measles-free status would be "cost of doing business," new CDC deputy says
After a year of ongoing measles outbreaks that have sickened more than 2,400 people, the United States is poised to lose its status as a measles-free country.
Measles cases surge in South Carolina as U.S. risks elimination status
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Woman gets her life back after rare transplant: "Prepared for the worst"
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
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Israel says remains of last hostage recovered from Gaza
Israel's military says the remains of Ran Gvili, the last person whose body was taken hostage into Gaza, have been recovered.
Lightning injures 89 at rally for former Brazilian President Bolsonaro
Lightning struck near a rally of supporters of Brazil's former far-right president Jair Bolsonaro in Brasilia, injuring 89 people, according to the fire department.
U.S. carrier strike group enters Middle East region after Iran warning
The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier strike group has crossed into Central Command, the Middle East region that includes Iran, a U.S. official told CBS News.
Explosion and fire at cookie factory in Greece kills 4 women
Fire crews battled the blaze for hours before recovering four bodies - all women - from the destroyed building.
Gunmen open fire at soccer field in Mexico, killing 11 and wounding 12
The mayor said a woman and a child were among the wounded in the "cowardly" attack.
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Sundance Film Festival leaving Park City, Utah
After more than 40 years, the Sundance Film Festival is leaving its longtime host of Park City, Utah, and heading to Boulder, Colorado. Sarah Horbacewicz reports.
The adventures of Lauren Hutton, the original supermodel
As the face of Revlon, Lauren Hutton – called a "believable beauty" – became the highest-paid model in history, and still holds the record for most cover appearances on American Vogue. She talks about her adventurous life of no regrets.
The adventures of Lauren Hutton
She didn't set out to be a model, or an actress, and several agencies rejected the gap-toothed Lauren Hutton, before Eileen Ford gave her a shot. As the face of Revlon, Hutton became the highest-paid model in history, and still holds the record for most cover appearances on American Vogue. She talks with Anthony Mason about her adventurous life of no regrets – from living among the bushmen of the Kalahari, to a near-fatal motorcycle accident in 2000. Even of the low points she says, "I'd do it again in a second."
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including the iconic Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani.
"Wonder and awe": The art of Ruth Asawa
In her choice of media, sculptor Ruth Asawa (1926-2013) employed a resourcefulness that stemmed from her early years on a farm – and in a WWII detention camp for Japanese Americans. She's now the subject of a retrospective at New York's Museum of Modern Art.
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Microsoft says outage affecting several services has been resolved
Microsoft services were down for thousands of users, according to tracking service Downdetector.
Snapchat's parent company settles lawsuit
Snapchat's parent company, Snap Inc., settled a lawsuit surrounding allegations of social media addiction burdening users. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
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.
Elon Musk says at Davos that robots will one day outnumber people
The billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, in his first appearance at Davos, said Tesla could start selling its Optimus robots next year.
YouTube looks to get rid of fake AI videos
YouTube says it wants to get rid of fake AI videos flooding social media feeds on its platform. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains what's driving the change.
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Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
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Gunmen open fire at soccer field in Mexico, killing 11 and wounding 12
The mayor said a woman and a child were among the wounded in the "cowardly" attack.
Walz to Trump: "You clearly underestimated the people of this state"
Minnesota's governor spoke out Sunday afternoon following the shooting death of Alex Pretti by federal immigration enforcement agents. "What's the plan, Donald Trump? What is the plan?" Walz said. "Fear, violence and chaos is what you wanted from us, and you clearly underestimated the people of this state and nation."
Daughter defends loving dad now accused in her mom's cold case murder
For more than 30 years the murder of Debe Atrops in suburban Oregon remained unsolved. Then, an Oregon cold case team took a fresh look at the case and thought there was enough to prosecute Bob Atrops, Debe's estranged husband at the time. Their daughter thinks they have the wrong man.
Did a secret obsession lead a "genius" to murder a Yale grad student?
Kevin Jiang, 26, a Yale graduate student and former Army National Guardsman, was gunned down in New Haven, Connecticut. What appeared to be a road rage incident soon unraveled into a story of obsession and premeditation.
Official: Feds blocked shooting scene access
Drew Evans, the superintendent of the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Prevention, spoke after federal agents killed a Minneapolis man on Saturday. Evans said federal investigators blocked his agency's access to the shooting scene.
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More on Virgin Galactic all-female space crew
Virgin Galactic is sending an all-female research team to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
NASA moon rocket ready for trip to launch pad
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Former mentor of Alex Pretti speaks out
Dr. Aasma Shaukat, a former mentor of Alex Pretti in the Minneapolis VA health care system, describes Saturday's fatal shooting by federal agents as "absolutely devastating and very surreal." Shaukat said Pretti was dedicated to health care and wanted to make a difference in his community.
Severe winter storm slams parts of the U.S.
A massive winter storm brought ice, sleet and snow to different parts of the U.S. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn reports.
Eye Opener: Millions dig out from winter storm
Hundreds of thousands of people lost power and millions are digging out after an intense winter storm. Plus, there are mass protests in Minneapolis after video shows federal agents killing a U.S. citizen. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.
Trump admin. reacts to Alex Pretti's killing
President Trump and other members of his administration are reacting to the most recent fatal shooting in Minneapolis, Minnesota, involving federal immigration enforcement forces. CBS News' Natalie Brand and Camilo Montoya-Galvez report.
Winter storm causes flight cancellations
More than 10,000 flights were canceled on Sunday alone as airlines tried to dig out from the massive winter storm. Kris Van Cleave has more.