These bikes are simply, well... electrifying
Electric bikes, called e-bikes, leave people smiling – here's why
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The devastation of divorce for older women
As baby boomer marriages break up at rising rates, it could push many women to work into old age or into outright poverty
Millennials fall for more tech scams than their grandparents
A new survey turns conventional thinking on tech scam savviness upside down
Baby boomer mega-concert kicks off at Coachella site
The Desert Trip music festival starts Friday in Indio, California, featuring six legendary acts over three days
Retirement planning: Millennials are starting fast
While still new to this game, they appear to be listening to wise counsel and are making some smart moves already
Spending without telling your partner? That could spell trouble
Money can easily stress a relationship, but most couples agree on core financial rules (while also keeping some secrets)
Boomer retirement plans: Good, bad and ugly
Some of the things they're doing to prepare for retirement are encouraging, but they have plenty more to do
Working for the man? Not in the future, workers say
Employees say eight-hour days will become obsolete -- as will employers that guide a career and benefits
Scoring the generations for financial fitness
Baby boomers, Gen X and millennials all face different life situations, but they also share some common money problems
Poll: Age, income factors in staying with single employer
Traditional pensions appear to be one of the driving factors keeping older baby boomers in the same workplace
The most deadly infectious disease in America today
This condition now kills more people in the U.S. than every other infectious disease combined
Millennials reach a U.S. population milestone
Move over baby boomers, you've been dethroned
What's behind America's "love affair" with junk?
Author Alison Stewart says America's obsession with junk is the cause of a "mashup of generational issues"
Visualize your way to a better retirement
Aging boomers need all the help they can get to boost their savings, so why not try this proven psychological tool?
3 key moves for boomers facing longer lives
With Americans in the midst of a longevity revolution, it's important for those who are aging to take these steps
Parents spend a lot more time on Facebook mobile
A new Facebook report looks at social media habits in people with and without children
More Americans are better prepared for retirement
Nearly half are heading for a comfortable life after ceasing to work, which leaves a larger group still needing to catch up
3 unusual retirement resolutions for boomers
Unlike most such New Year's vows, these involve thinking about what's really important for the rest of your life
Why so many boomers need a retirement reality check
Most have expectations that just aren't going to pan out, but it's not too late to make important adjustments
Advice for aging boomers: Let your pet carry some of the load
Movement to improve care for older pets has been going on for some time; but idea of training pets to help out aging baby boomers is relatively new
Watchword for investors is caution, not fear
Americans are understandably nervous about the stock market -- that doesn't mean you should be frozen by fear
A yawning gap in baby boomers' retirement savings
Americans nearing retirement aren't setting aside anywhere near enough compared to what they say they'll need
What if you just can't afford to fully retire?
A new book provides baby boomers with inspiration and ideas if they're approaching retirement time with meager savings
New TV alternatives aim to appeal to cord-cutters
Traditional cable and satellite companies hope innovation will attract millennial viewers
Which generation is the worst with money?
These adults, buffered by economic downturns, also have the poorest financial habits of any group
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Trump threatens Oman, Iran war in stalemate as 60-day talks window ends
The 60-day deadline for the U.S. and Iran to negotiate a peace deal and reopen the Strait of Hormuz is expiring, with no agreement in sight.
Hayden Panettiere, known for "Heroes" and "Remember the Titans," dies at 36
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
Supreme Court won't rehear Trump's appeal of $5 million E. Jean Carroll case
The Supreme Court declined for the second time to consider President Trump's appeal in the E. Jean Carroll case.
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Hegseth to go to Iowa today to campaign for GOP candidates, sources say
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was scheduled to head to Iowa on Monday to give remarks, speak to veterans and campaign, sources told CBS News.
BBC asks court to subpoena Trump family members for defamation defense
After failing to deliver subpoenas itself, the BBC has asked a Florida court to compel three of President Trump's family members to testify over the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.
Tupac Shakur was murdered in "act of revenge," prosecutor tells jury
The long-unsolved drive-by shooting gripped the hip-hop community, partly because no one was charged until Duane "Keffe D" Davis was indicted in 2023.
Senior Israeli official calls for killing of "30 to 40" Gazans every night
Israel's far-right national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir calls for nightly "targeted assassinations" in Gaza: "They're not even people."
Former Hurricane Lala drenches Hawaii, flash floods sweep away Big Island homes
Lala was weakening but still packing a punch as it moved away from the islands, forecasters said.
School vaccination rates inch down again to record low
U.S. kindergarten vaccination rates have declined again, with exemptions reaching a record high for the 2025-2026 school year
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Baby with heart defect at center of surrogate dispute receives first surgery
The baby was born with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, which requires a series of surgeries. The parents had asked the surrogate to get an abortion when they learned of the diagnosis.
School vaccination rates inch down again to record low
U.S. kindergarten vaccination rates have declined again, with exemptions reaching a record high for the 2025-2026 school year
Stellantis recalls nearly 850,000 vehicles over rearview camera issue
The car manufacturer is also recalling another 107,000 vehicles outside the U.S. over the same issue.
House Ethics investigating Rep. Gomez for alleged sexual misconduct
The allegations include "engaging in inappropriate sexual contact with a House staffer," according to the committee.
Trump welcomes 16-year-old lifeguard and boy he rescued to the Oval Office
President Trump praised lifeguard Ryder Williams for his bravery, saying his rescue of a 10-year-old boy in treacherous waters was "incredible."
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Stellantis recalls nearly 850,000 vehicles over rearview camera issue
The car manufacturer is also recalling another 107,000 vehicles outside the U.S. over the same issue.
Has your license plate been tracked by Flock? Here's how to check.
The website HaveIBeenFlocked has compiled a database of 4.6 million license plate records that have appeared in roughly 242 million Flock searches.
Trump family crypto firm granted conditional approval to establish a bank
The plan has sparked criticism from Democrats, who argue that granting bank status to a business affiliated with the Trump family poses a conflict of interest.
CBS News poll on whether Democrats split over socialism
Americans think more young people in office would make politics better.
Hormuz chaos highlights risks for other global trade chokepoints
The war in Iran has underscored how disruptions to a key shipping route thousands of miles away can have a material impact on American consumers.
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House Ethics investigating Rep. Gomez for alleged sexual misconduct
The allegations include "engaging in inappropriate sexual contact with a House staffer," according to the committee.
Trump welcomes 16-year-old lifeguard and boy he rescued to the Oval Office
President Trump praised lifeguard Ryder Williams for his bravery, saying his rescue of a 10-year-old boy in treacherous waters was "incredible."
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Hegseth to go to Iowa today to campaign for GOP candidates, sources say
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was scheduled to head to Iowa on Monday to give remarks, speak to veterans and campaign, sources told CBS News.
Ex-prosecutor fired over FACE Act case sues DOJ for unlawful termination
Sunita Doddamani argues that she was terminated as an assistant U.S. attorney because she prosecuted activists accused of blocking an entrance to an abortion clinic.
CENTCOM commander tries to ease concerns about USS Abraham Lincoln
President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have disputed concerns about conditions aboard the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln.
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School vaccination rates inch down again to record low
U.S. kindergarten vaccination rates have declined again, with exemptions reaching a record high for the 2025-2026 school year
RFK Jr.'s hunt for autism culprits stalls amid Trump's baseless vaccine order
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.
Mom-to-be had 2 signs of rare complication: "Everything kept getting worse"
Candice Davis' first pregnancy was going smoothly until she began feeling some nausea and pain one afternoon.
My husband was kicked out of hospice. Here's what I learned.
Some seriously ill patients improve on hospice. About 1 in 16 patients enrolled in hospice care lose eligibility as a result. Here's how to get appropriate care.
Whole Foods recalls some jalapeño products over salmonella risk
Certain salsas, guacamole, pico de gallo and prepared jalapeño products at Whole Foods are among the products recalled over possible salmonella risk.
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Senior Israeli official calls for killing of "30 to 40" Gazans every night
Israel's far-right national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir calls for nightly "targeted assassinations" in Gaza: "They're not even people."
CENTCOM commander tries to ease concerns about USS Abraham Lincoln
President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have disputed concerns about conditions aboard the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln.
BBC asks court to subpoena Trump family members for defamation defense
After failing to deliver subpoenas itself, the BBC has asked a Florida court to compel three of President Trump's family members to testify over the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.
Thousands waiting for help as Indonesia earthquake death toll nears 70
Thousands of people are still waiting for aid on Indonesia's Flores island days after a powerful earthquake killed at least 68 people.
U.K. prime minister messages with impersonator of top Trump staffer
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham exchanged messaged with someone pretending to be White House chief of staff Susie Wiles.
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Extended interview: Becky G
Becky G speaks with Gayle King about the latest developments in her career, her new music, the intersection of advocacy and art in her latest videos and more.
Opening statements in Tupac Shakur murder trial
The trial has begun for the man accused of ordering the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur, Duane "Keffe D" Davis. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Hayden Panettiere remembered by co-stars and friends after her death
Co-stars and friends of Hayden Panettiere are remembering her for her friendship, intelligence and talent after her shocking death on Sunday.
Jon Batiste on creating his 3 new albums
Jon Batiste speaks with "CBS Mornings" about his three new albums, which were inspired by composers Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Thelonious Monk, and explains how he crafted each one in a single day. The Grammy winner also gives an update on his wife, who is battling cancer.
Hayden Panettiere dies at 36
Actor Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in "Remember the Titans" and "Heroes," has died at 36, her publicist confirmed. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn reports.
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How this school uses AI instead of teachers
Alpha School is a private school that teaches students subjects like math and reading with artificial intelligence apps. Mackenzie Price, co-founder of Alpha School, joins CBS News to discuss.
States crack down on misleading home listings
More home listings are using AI to add furniture, repaint walls, spruce up landscaping and even add windows. But when does virtual staging cross the line into deception or even fraud? CBS News' Evyn Moon explores.
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.
The iNaturalist app – Mixing science with fun
The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to scientists studying biodiversity, species decline, and habitat loss. It also provides opportunities for fun: David Pogue joins iNaturalist fan Martha Stewart in a "bioblitz" – a timed competition with other users to spot and ID species. (Originally broadcast March 22, 2026.)
The silent spy game orbiting above Earth's skies
Above Earth's atmosphere, an arms race is unfolding. Thousands of miles above the ground, satellites from different companies and nations are observing us and each other. To learn more, Olivia Gazis traveled to Vantor, a Colorado-based satellite technology company.
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A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
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Protests over Flock camera use in communities
More Americans are pushing back against police use of Flock surveillance cameras. Part of the concern comes from reports of officers misusing the cameras to stalk civilians, including ex-wives and girlfriends. CBS News' Anna Schecter interviewed Flock CEO Garrett Langley last week and has more.
Luigi Mangione's New York trial delayed
Luigi Mangione's New York state trial on second-degree murder charges is being delayed.
Tupac Shakur was murdered in "act of revenge," prosecutor tells jury
The long-unsolved drive-by shooting gripped the hip-hop community, partly because no one was charged until Duane "Keffe D" Davis was indicted in 2023.
Lindsay Clancy's mother takes the stand
Paula Musgrove, Lindsay Clancy's mother, gave emotional testimony in her daughter's murder trial on Monday, where she said Clancy was a dedicated, loving mom.
Lindsay Clancy's sister takes stand in trial
Lindsay Clancy's sister, Allison Ozga, took the stand in Clancy's murder trial on Monday to share what her sister's mental health was like before allegedly killing her three children.
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New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
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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.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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Why U.S. violent crime plummeted in 2025
Violent crime plummeted in 2025 with the murder rate falling 18% from its 2024 level, according to the FBI's annual crime report. Adam Gelb, president and CEO at the Council on Criminal Justice, joins CBS News to discuss the reason for the fall.
CRISPR Kids | 60 Minutes Archive
The CDC says Lyme disease is emerging beyond the regions where it has historically been considered endemic. In 2025, 60 Minutes' Bill Whitaker reported on high school students researching a new way to detect and treat the disease.
Inside Americans' views on socialism
A new CBS News poll shows 58% of Democrats view socialism positively while 50% view capitalism negatively. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto breaks down the findings.
Breaking down Florida's top primary races
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede joins CBS News to break down some of the biggest primary battles in Florida on Tuesday.
Trump reducing military exercises with S. Korea
President Trump announced over the weekend that he's ordered the Pentagon to reduce joint military exercises with South Korea, saying that the country recently declined to join U.S. efforts to denuclearize Iran. CBS News' Nancy Cordes reports.