Here's how to negotiate a lower fee from your real estate agent
It's worth politely asking your agent to lower their commission fee. More than half of those who do so are successful.
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Stock market soars to record highs
The tech-centric Nasdaq is closing at a new high, driven by enthusiasm for artificial intelligence. This milestone marks its first record peak since 2021.
How to save on airfare this spring and summer
As planning begins for spring break and summer travel, some airlines are announcing route changes and special discounts. CBS News travel adviser Peter Greenberg joins with tips on how to spend less on airfare.
Report: Many hospitals defy price rules
By law, hospitals are required to put their prices online. But many aren't fully complying, and it's costing people money. CBS News consumer investigative correspondent Anna Werner has more on these "hidden costs."
Wendy's plans to test surge pricing in 2025
Wendy's is planning to roll out a "dynamic pricing" model for its menu in 2025, meaning prices will change throughout the day based on a few different factors. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent explains.
FTC sues to block Kroger-Albertsons merger, citing risk of higher prices
The FTC argues the proposed $24.6 billion merger between grocery giants Kroger and Albertsons could eliminate competition.
AT&T is giving a $5 credit after service outage. Here's what to know.
AT&T apologized for Thursday's widespread phone network outage and said "potentially impacted customers" will receive a credit.
AT&T restores service after nationwide outage
AT&T says cellular service has been restored to all customers following a nationwide outage Thursday morning. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more on the ongoing investigation into what caused the issue.
How to avoid scammers on dating apps
The Federal Trade Commission is warning of online scammers, including so-called "romance scams." Some 70,000 reported "romance scams" in 2022 resulted in losses worth $1.3 billion, according to the FTC. CNET senior writer Bree Fowler joins CBS News to discuss how you can stay safe.
Swifties fight for ticket reform law
Critics say the government is failing to enforce a law that could protect ticket buyers. National consumer correspondent Ash-har Quraishi follows Taylor Swift fans as they fight to change the ticketing industry.
General Mills urged to reduce plastic chemicals in food products
Consumer Reports said tests revealed "concerning" levels of phthalates in several of the food maker's products.
Your Delta SkyMiles American Express card is getting pricier
The cards will cost more but also offer enhanced benefits, including restaurant and rideshare credits.
The job market is strong. So why did layoffs double in January?
Although U.S. unemployment remains near a 50-year low, job losses have surged this month. Here's what tells about the state of the labor market.
Here are the most and least expensive U.S. neighborhoods per square foot
Homes in the most expensive ZIP codes cost almost 200 times more than the cheapest on a square-foot basis, a new analysis finds.
ADHD medication recalled because bottles may contain a different drug
Azurity Pharmaceuticals is recalling Zanzedi after a pharmacist found a pill with sedative effects in a package of the stimulant drug.
S&P 500 notches first record high in two years in tech-driven run
Wall Street ended the week with stocks at all-time highs, bolstered by investor expectations of Federal Reserve interest rates cuts.
Breaking down stock market's 1st week of 2024
The Dow Jones, NASDAQ and S&P 500 all closed relatively flat on the first Friday of 2024. Javier David, Axios managing editor for business and markets, and Kristin Myers, editor-in-chief and senior vice president of ETF.com, join CBS News to recap the week on Wall Street.
Xfinity hack affects nearly 36 million customers. Here's what to know.
A major data breach at Comcast-owned Xfinity exposed people's account names, passwords and other personal data.
Shipping companies announce crucial deadlines for holiday shipping
With Christmas falling on a Monday this year, Sunday deliveries will be limited, making it even more important to meet the deadlines.
SmileDirectClub ceases operations immediately — here's what it means for their customers
For customers of SmileDirectClub, they were greeted with a message that they had shut down when logging on to its website.
CVS to overhaul drug pricing system
CVS announced a new policy to make prescription drug prices more predictable. Tina Reed, senior health care reporter at Axios, joins CBS News to discuss what the move means for consumers.
Inside the rise of the subscription economy
Subscriptions aren't just for streaming services. Groceries, clothes, pet supplies and even extra horsepower for Mercedes-Benz' electric vehicles can now be bought for a monthly fee. David Mack, a freelance writer and reporter who recently wrote a New York Times opinion piece about the subscription economy, joined CBS News to discuss what this all means for consumers.
Citi illegally discriminated against Armenian-Americans, feds say
Federal financial regulators allege that Citi denied credit card applications from Americans of Armenian descent.
Prices of some Thanksgiving dinner items drop
A new report from Wells Fargo has found that turkey prices are down 9% this year, while the price of cranberries are up 20%.
High costs still making consumers angry
People across the country remain "deeply dissatisfied" with the state of the economy even as the rate of inflation declines. Amara Omeokwe, an economics reporter with The Wall Street Journal, shares her latest reporting on why consumers remain angry.
U.S. seizes oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela
President Trump said the U.S. has seized an oil tanker, which Attorney General Pam Bondi said has been "used to transport sanctioned oil from Venezuela and Iran."
U.S. to require foreign tourists to submit 5 years of social media history
The Trump administration is proposing to ask visitors from countries with visa-free travel to the U.S. to submit five years of their social media history before they can enter.
House GOP moderates revolt against Johnson on health care
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania introduced a discharge petition to try to bring a bill to the floor that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies by two years.
House passes the NDAA, $900 billion defense policy bill, in 312-112 vote
The legislation sets lawmakers' defense priorities and authorizes spending levels for the Defense Department and national security programs.
Erika Kirk's message to people who celebrated husband's death
Erika Kirk has a message for people who sought to justify the assassination of her late husband, Charlie Kirk.
Miami's mayor-elect believes key to her victory was broad outreach
Miami Mayor-elect Eileen Higgins will be the city's first Democratic mayor in nearly three decades.
Fed lowers interest rates by 0.25 percentage points in third straight cut
The Federal Reserve is grappling with economic issues including higher inflation and a slowing labor market.
Coast Guard video shows shots fired at alleged drug boat in the Pacific
The Coast Guard said it has seized more than 150,000 pounds of cocaine in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, including a record-breaking bust earlier this month.
Tony Dokoupil named anchor of the "CBS Evening News"
Emmy Award-winning journalist Tony Dokoupil will begin as anchor of the "CBS Evening News" on Jan. 5, 2026.
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Miami's mayor-elect believes key to her victory was broad outreach
Miami Mayor-elect Eileen Higgins will be the city's first Democratic mayor in nearly three decades.
Trump administration to set up militarized zone on California-Mexico border
The Trump administration is adding another militarized zone to the southern U.S. border to support border security operations — this time in California, officials say.
Justice Department moves to drop charges in international soccer corruption case
Federal prosecutors in New York moved to drop charges against former Fox employee Hernan Lopez and Full Play Group, an Argentine sports media rights company.
Erika Kirk's message to people who celebrated husband's death
Erika Kirk has a message for people who sought to justify the assassination of her late husband, Charlie Kirk.
Indiana Senate to vote on 9-0 GOP congressional map, but future uncertain
The push to redistrict in Indiana has a crucial vote in the state's Senate on Thursday.
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Justice Department moves to drop charges in international soccer corruption case
Federal prosecutors in New York moved to drop charges against former Fox employee Hernan Lopez and Full Play Group, an Argentine sports media rights company.
Lottery jackpots are getting bigger and harder to win. See data on the top prizes.
Here are the top 20 largest Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots in history, and the odds of winning them.
Fed lowers interest rates by 0.25 percentage points in third straight cut
The Federal Reserve is grappling with economic issues including higher inflation and a slowing labor market.
Canada seeks to draw talent, as U.S. charges $100K for H-1B visas
Canada has launched an initiative aimed at drawing leading researchers to the country.
This word sums up how workers are feeling these days, Glassdoor says
Here's how many employees say they are feeling amid festering concerns about the economy, AI and other issues, according to the job-search firm.
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Miami's mayor-elect believes key to her victory was broad outreach
Miami Mayor-elect Eileen Higgins will be the city's first Democratic mayor in nearly three decades.
Trump administration to set up militarized zone on California-Mexico border
The Trump administration is adding another militarized zone to the southern U.S. border to support border security operations — this time in California, officials say.
What we know about The Skipper, the oil tanker seized by the U.S. near Venezuela
The U.S. seized a 20-year-old oil tanker called The Skipper off the coast of Venezuela on Wednesday, three sources told CBS News. Here's what we know about the boat and the operation.
Erika Kirk's message to people who celebrated husband's death
Erika Kirk has a message for people who sought to justify the assassination of her late husband, Charlie Kirk.
Indiana Senate to vote on 9-0 GOP congressional map, but future uncertain
The push to redistrict in Indiana has a crucial vote in the state's Senate on Thursday.
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Extended interview: Dr. Rochelle Walensky
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook speaks at length with former CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky about the hepatitis B vaccine and last week's vote by the CDC's vaccine advisory panel to change the recommendation for when children should get their first dose of the vaccine.
Nursing home chain avoids settlement payouts after bankruptcy filing
Genesis HealthCare's bankruptcy case in Dallas will allow the nursing home chain to avoid paying millions of dollars it promised for residents who were injured or died while in its care.
Nuts sold at Wegmans stores in 9 states recalled over salmonella risk
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
Details on CDC Hepatitis B vaccine decision
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's vaccine advisory panel on Friday voted to not recommend the Hepatitis B vaccine for everyone at birth, alarming many in the medical community. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to know about the decision and its potential impact.
Controversial appointee rocks FDA like "an atom bomb," scientists there say
The Trump administration's elevation of Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg to lead a high-profile office within the Food and Drug Administration is raising alarm among multiple senior FDA officials.
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Nobel laureate María Corina Machado makes first public appearance in 11 months
María Corina Machado had been in hiding in Venezuela since January, when she was briefly detained after joining supporters in a protest in Caracas.
What we know about The Skipper, the oil tanker seized by the U.S. near Venezuela
The U.S. seized a 20-year-old oil tanker called The Skipper off the coast of Venezuela on Wednesday, three sources told CBS News. Here's what we know about the boat and the operation.
U.S. seizes oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela
President Trump said the U.S. has seized an oil tanker, which Attorney General Pam Bondi said has been "used to transport sanctioned oil from Venezuela and Iran."
Canada seeks to draw talent, as U.S. charges $100K for H-1B visas
Canada has launched an initiative aimed at drawing leading researchers to the country.
Coast Guard video shows shots fired at alleged drug boat in the Pacific
The Coast Guard said it has seized more than 150,000 pounds of cocaine in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, including a record-breaking bust earlier this month.
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Sombr talks about writing breakout hits
Singer-songwriter Sombr is up for Best New Artist of the Year at the Grammy Awards. He was the only writer on his debut album, "I Barely Know Her." He spoke to Anthony Mason about where his journey began and his whirlwind year.
Carly Pearce on new music
Grammy-winning country music superstar Carly Pearce joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her highly-anticipated fifth studio album, fans relating to the lyrics in her music and being vulnerable.
Joe Bonamassa album pays tribute to B.B. King
Five-time Grammy Award winner Joe Bonamassa may already hold the record for the most No. 1 albums on the Billboard blues albums chart with 29, but he has no plans to stop anytime soon. His upcoming album is a tribute to B.B. King and includes tracks from artists like Aloe Blacc and Eric Clapton. "CBS Mornings" gets a behind-the-scenes look.
Sophie Kinsella, author of bestselling "Shopaholic" novels, dies at 55
Sophie Kinsella, whose real name was Madeleine Wickham, was diagnosed with aggressive brain cancer in 2022.
Lucas Bravo on new "Emily in Paris" season
Lucas Bravo, who stars as Gabriel in "Emily in Paris," talks about the new season of the show, what he loves about his character and working with Lily Collins. Plus, he discusses playing a villain role in the series, "The Seduction."
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Australia's new social media ban started with a mom saying, "Do something!"
With the world's first social media ban for children and teenagers under 16 now in effect in Australia, its initial political architect reveals it was personally inspired by his wife, for their four children.
How one couple sparked a global movement for a smartphone-free childhood
For thousands of parents in 39 countries, including the U.S., the goal is simple: More time outdoors, and a childhood lived offline as much as possible.
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.
Australian teens challenge social media ban
Australia began enforcing a social media ban for kids under the age of 16. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
A couple's smartphone-free movement for kids
A U.K. couple started with a simple message, asking on Instagram if other parents could ban together to start a smartphone-free childhood. It's now grown to a global movement, with a chapter in 39 countries. Leigh Kiniry reports.
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Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
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NYPD warns of rise in 3D-printed ghost guns
Officials warn that more unserialized, untraceable ghost guns found on New York City's streets could soon spread to other areas across the U.S. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Online "764" network reportedly targeting kids
On Capitol Hill, a Senate Committee heard from experts who warn that predators are targeting and manipulating young people online. A growing number of reports point to a virtual network of abusers known as "764" who coerce young victims into hurting themselves or others. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Latest on Kentucky State shooting
A suspect is in custody after two students at Kentucky State University were shot and one died on Tuesday, police said. CBS News' Tom Hanson has the latest.
Coast Guard video shows shots fired at alleged drug boat in the Pacific
The Coast Guard said it has seized more than 150,000 pounds of cocaine in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, including a record-breaking bust earlier this month.
5 arrested in crypto heist after man murdered, woman kidnapped
The woman was freed at midnight and reported the abduction. Police later found her partner's body in a wooded area.
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NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade.
Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
3-man crew undocks from space station, wrapping up 8-month stay
Russian Soyuz crews are now spending eight months aboard the space station instead of six to stretch supplies and lower costs.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
Air Force approves SpaceX launch pad expansion
The U.S. Air Force has approved SpaceX's plan to redevelop a historic launch pad at Cape Canaveral. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
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The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
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"Grandma Stand" bringing comfort and connection
Nestled between booths and shops in downtown McKinney, Texas, the "Grandma Stand" gives away something you can't put a price on. Omar Villafranca paid a visit.
Factory closure ripples throughout California town
More than 1 million American workers have been laid off this year -- several hundred of them in Brawley, California. Mark Strassmann traveled there to examine the ripple effects of those layoffs on the local economy.
U.S. Coast Guard led seizure of oil tanker
American forces have seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, marking a major escalation in tensions with Venezuela as the U.S. military continues to build up its presence in the Caribbean. CBS News' Erica Brown and James LaPorta have the latest.
Camp Mystic installing new flash flood alarms
Months after a flash flood killed over two dozen campers and counselors in Texas, a new flash flood warning system is being installed at Camp Mystic. Jason Allen has the exclusive story.
Trump's attacks on Rep. Ilhan Omar draw backlash
President Trump's speech in Pennsylvania was billed as an economic address, but it's getting more attention for the grievances he aired about Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota. Nancy Cordes reports and Robert Costa joins with analysis.