Dow's worst day in over 6 years
The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped more than 660 points on Friday. It's been the worst week for the stock market since President Trump took office. Rick Newman, Yahoo finance columnist, joins CBSN to discuss.
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Wall Street closed out 2017 with a triple-digit loss Friday on the Dow. But for the year, the Dow gained close to 5,000 points. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger takes a look at what we can expect in the new year.
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A new CBS News poll found that 61 percent of Americans believe the economy is in good shape, the highest number since the Great Recession. A surging stock market is one reason; The Dow hit its tenth record high in a row on Thursday. Jim Axelrod has more.
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Mexico's Cemex could gain from U.S. border wall; Verizon reportedly eyes Charter Communications; and Mark Zuckerberg reconsiders Hawaii land suits. These headlines and more from CBS MoneyWatch.
Dow's 20,000 milestone
On Wall Street, the Dow Jones Industrial Average will open above 20,000 points for the first time in history. It marks a major milestone since a low of around 6,500 during the Great Recession of 2009. The record comes just a few days after President Trump's inauguration. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the health of the U.S. economy.
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Blue-chip Dow index tops 20,000 points; White House outlines proposed infrastructure projects; and Trump huddles with automaker chiefs. These headlines and more from CBS MoneyWatch.
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The Dow Jones Industrial Average crossed a historic marker. Here's a look at what the index is and how it got started.
Dow crosses 20K
Yahoo's Rick Newman discusses the Dow Jones Industrial Average, which crossed 20,000 for the first time during the trading day.
Bullish mood on 2017 economy?
After a slow start, the Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 13 percent in 2016. The U.S. economy has also added more than 1.7 million jobs in the private sector and hourly wages increased nearly 3 percent in the past year. MoneyWatch correspondent Jill Wagner joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss how the optimism will impact the economy in the New Year.
Dow makes history
CBS MoneyWatch's Jill Wagner explains how the Dow Jones reached 19,000 for the first time in history.
Post-election surge in markets
The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 218 points Thursday, about 36 hours after there was initial turmoil on election night. The Wall Street Journal says the jump in the markets reflects a bet on President-elect Donald Trump's plan to stimulate the economy, cut taxes and limit financial regulations. CBS News financial contributor Mellody Hobson joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss Trump's economic plan and how corporate America is digesting the news of his victory.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rebounded from a nearly 400-point loss to close down a little more than 1 percent
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rebounded from a nearly 400-point loss to close down a little more than 1 percent. GameChangerStocks.com editor Hillary Kramer discussed the market's wild ride with CBSN's Contessa Brewer.
The Dow Jones Industrial average tumbled at the start of the week, losing over 350 points during Monday trading
The Dow Jones Industrial average tumbled at the start of the week, losing over 350 points during Monday trading. What is behind the market drop? Quattro securities Peter Tuchman spoke with Moneywatch's Jill Wagner
The Dow fell about 500 points Wednesday before recovering to close down 249 points
The Dow fell about 500 points Wednesday before recovering to close down 249 points. The price of oil fell another few dollars a barrel, and investors are taking the low price of oil as a sign of a global economic slowdown. Mellody Hobson reports.
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The Dow dropped nearly 400 points Friday as a massive selloff to begin 2016 continued; When police officer Ryan Davis lost his partner Jethro in the line of duty, it left a huge hole.
The Dow dropped nearly 400 points Friday as a massive selloff to begin 2016 continued
The Dow dropped nearly 400 points Friday as a massive selloff to begin 2016 continued. The low cost of oil is partially to blame for the terrible start to the year. Anthony Mason explains.
In addition to China's selloff, low oil prices are believed to have fueled today's bloodbath on Wall Street, where the Dow Jones fell nearly 500 points
In addition to China's selloff, low oil prices are believed to have fueled today's bloodbath on Wall Street, where the Dow Jones fell nearly 500 points. Belpointe chief strategist David Nelson joins CBSN with more.
It's a brutal trading day on Wall Street after the Dow dropped nearly 500 points, fueled by falling oil prices
It's a brutal trading day on Wall Street after the Dow dropped nearly 500 points, fueled by falling oil prices. CBS News correspondent Marlie Hall was on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange and joined CBSN with more details, as well as insight from a trader.
When the closing bell rang Wednesday, all three major indicators fell to a level more than 10 percent off last year's highs
When the closing bell rang Wednesday, all three major indicators fell to a level more than 10 percent off last year's highs. It's the result of a continued sell-off in 2016. Jill Schlesinger reports.
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The Dow fell more than six percent this week, with a drop of just over 1,000 points. It is the worst new year start in Wall Street history
The Dow fell more than six percent this week, with a drop of just over 1,000 points. It is the worst new year start in Wall Street history. Jill Schlesinger has analysis.
After Chinese markets shut down after a massive sell-off, global markets are taking a hit as well
After Chinese markets shut down after a massive sell-off, global markets are taking a hit as well. The Dow Jones continues to plummet. CBS News correspondent Hena Daniels and Yahoo! Finance columnist Rick Newman join CBSN with the latest details on the stock market.
It was the worst start to a year since the Great Recession of 2008
Wall Street futures predict more losses after a sell-off to start the new year. The Dow Jones Industrial fell as much as 467 points on Monday, and the index ended with a loss of 276 points. It was the worst start to a year since the Great Recession of 2008. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the implications for 2016.
The first trading day of the year is off to a rocky start as a global sell-off triggers a market dive,with stocks down in the triple digits
The first trading day of the year is off to a rocky start as a global sell-off triggers a market dive,with stocks down in the triple digits. Belpointe chief strategist David Nelson joins CBSN with more insight on the markets.
When the opening bell signals the start of trading for 2016, the market will be coming off a two-percent drop for the Dow, the biggest since 2008
When the opening bell signals the start of trading for 2016, the market will be coming off a two-percent drop for the Dow, the biggest since 2008. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has a look at what to expect from the financial year ahead.
Spirit Airlines shutting down after failed effort at government rescue deal
The budget carrier Spirit Airlines is ceasing operations after failing to land a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration.
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Trump administration to cut 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany
President Trump said earlier this week he was reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, which hosts more than 35,000 U.S. service members.
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Trump "not satisfied" with new peace deal offered by Iran
President Trump said on Friday he did not like Iran's new proposal to end the war as the Strait of Hormuz standoff sends costs soaring around the world.
Starmer urges action at some Gaza protests after antisemitic attacks
Keir Starmer said he would always defend the right to protest, but that there may be instances where some marches should be banned.
"This is it tonight": Spirit Airlines pilots sign off on final flights
Air traffic control audio records showed the exchanges between controllers and the pilots of some of Spirit Airlines' final flights
Berkshire Hathaway has 1st annual meeting without Warren Buffett
The company's first-quarter profit more than doubled as the value of its investments grew and most of its businesses improved.
Mexican governor accused by U.S. of drug trafficking temporarily steps down
The U.S. accuses Sinaloa Gov. Ruben Rocha Moya of working with cartels to distribute "massive quantities" of narcotics to the United States.
Judge rebukes prosecutors in hearing for accused correspondents' dinner gunman
A federal judge scolded prosecutors for pushing to move forward with detention proceedings for accused correspondents' dinner gunman Cole Allen, even though Allen agreed to remain in custody.
Bard College president to retire after revelations of his ties to Epstein
The longtime president of Bard College announced his retirement, months after it was revealed that he had a much deeper relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein than was previously known.
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"This is it tonight": Spirit Airlines pilots sign off on final flights
Air traffic control audio records showed the exchanges between controllers and the pilots of some of Spirit Airlines' final flights
Spirit Airlines shutting down after failed effort at government rescue deal
The budget carrier Spirit Airlines is ceasing operations after failing to land a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration.
Bard College president to retire after revelations of his ties to Epstein
The longtime president of Bard College announced his retirement, months after it was revealed that he had a much deeper relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein than was previously known.
Tennessee, Alabama take steps to redraw House maps in wake of Supreme Court ruling
The Republican governors of Tennessee and Alabama called state lawmakers into special sessions on Friday, initial steps in what could be a scramble to redraw congressional maps after the Supreme Court narrowed the Voting Rights Act.
After a fire torched their Nebraska ranch, anonymous donors came to their rescue
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Berkshire Hathaway has 1st annual meeting without Warren Buffett
The company's first-quarter profit more than doubled as the value of its investments grew and most of its businesses improved.
Spirit Airlines shutting down after failed effort at government rescue deal
The budget carrier Spirit Airlines is ceasing operations after failing to land a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration.
Pickleball Inc. $225 million deal creates new home for sport
The deal merged Major League Pickleball and the Carvana PPA Tour, two of the nascent sport's most active entities, under one company, Pickleball Inc.
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Ford CEO says company is focusing on making vehicles more affordable
Ford CEO Jim Farley tells CBS News, "Most of our new models are going to be more affordable versions."
What will a Spirit Airlines shutdown mean for travelers?
Have tickets to fly on Spirit? Here's what to know about refunds and alternative flights as the budget airline ceases operations.
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Tennessee, Alabama take steps to redraw House maps in wake of Supreme Court ruling
The Republican governors of Tennessee and Alabama called state lawmakers into special sessions on Friday, initial steps in what could be a scramble to redraw congressional maps after the Supreme Court narrowed the Voting Rights Act.
Trump tightens U.S. sanctions on Cuba, signaling a warning to the island, expert says
The new measures increase pressure on foreign financial institutions by threatening their access to U.S. markets if they continue to work with Cuban government entities.
Judge rebukes prosecutors in hearing for accused correspondents' dinner gunman
A federal judge scolded prosecutors for pushing to move forward with detention proceedings for accused correspondents' dinner gunman Cole Allen, even though Allen agreed to remain in custody.
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Trump administration to cut 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany
President Trump said earlier this week he was reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, which hosts more than 35,000 U.S. service members.
Judge blocks Trump from ending deportation protections for Yemenis
A federal judge on Friday blocked the Trump administration from revoking legal protections for more than 2,800 Yemeni nationals.
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Football practice was leaving a teen fatigued. A rare cancer was to blame.
Cameron Rider's fatigue, body aches and fever were diagnosed as pneumonia, but he couldn't seem to get better.
Appeals court blocks mailing of abortion pill mifepristone in U.S.
A federal appeals court has restricted access to one of the most common means of abortion in the U.S. by blocking the mailing of mifepristone.
FDA expands access to drug helping pancreatic cancer patients
Former Sen. Ben Sasse, 54, called daraxonrasib "a miracle drug" that was allowing him to live longer and with less pain.
Nebraska becomes first U.S. state to enact Medicaid work requirements
The "big beautiful bill" requires U.S. states to add work requirements to Medicaid by January 2027. Experts warn millions could lose health coverage.
Delays in visa program threaten placement of hundreds of doctors in underserved areas
Hundreds of foreign doctors about to complete training in the U.S. will have to leave the country if the federal government doesn't rapidly process their visa waiver applications, immigration attorneys say.
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Mexican governor accused by U.S. of drug trafficking temporarily steps down
The U.S. accuses Sinaloa Gov. Ruben Rocha Moya of working with cartels to distribute "massive quantities" of narcotics to the United States.
Starmer urges action at some Gaza protests after antisemitic attacks
Keir Starmer said he would always defend the right to protest, but that there may be instances where some marches should be banned.
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Trump administration to cut 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany
President Trump said earlier this week he was reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, which hosts more than 35,000 U.S. service members.
Trump tells Congress "hostilities" with Iran have "terminated"
President Trump on Friday told Congress that hostilities with Iran have "terminated," addressing a critical 60-day deadline.
Book excerpt: "The New Tourist" by Paige McClanahan
Journalist Paige McClanahan writes about how tourism shapes societies and individuals, and about the need to redefine the meaning of "tourist" in today's shrinking world.
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5/2: Saturday Morning
Spirit Airlines announced it will cease operations after failing to secure a federal bailout. Meanwhile, President Trump rejected Iran's latest peace proposal.
Andy Serkis on "Animal Farm"
Andy Serkis, the iconic voice of Gollum in "Lord of the Rings," speaks with "CBS Saturday Morning" about his latest project, an animated version of George Orwell's "Animal Farm."
Manish Malhotra on his design journey
Indian fashion designer Manish Malhotra is no stranger to American red carpets, counting Beyoncé, the Kardashians and Rihanna as clients. Malhotra spoke with "CBS Saturday Morning" about his start as a Bollywood costume designer ahead of Monday's Met Gala.
Billie Marten performs "Feeling"
English singer-songwriter Billie Marten has been compared to legends like Joni Mitchell, Kate Bush and Nick Drake. Her latest album, "Dog Eared," has received widespread praise for its soothing yet evocative sound. Here's Billie Marten performing "Feeling."
Billie Marten performs "Crown"
English singer-songwriter Billie Marten has been compared to legends like Joni Mitchell, Kate Bush and Nick Drake. Her latest album, "Dog Eared," has received widespread praise for its soothing yet evocative sound. Here's Billie Marten performing "Crown."
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Reducing data center impact on U.S. power grid
Powerful artificial intelligence data centers are putting a significant strain on the nation's power grid, but one U.S.-based company has a proposal to help solve the issue. Jon Parella, CEO and founder of Terraflow Energy, joins to discuss.
Apple's latest earnings beat expectations
Apple's latest earnings report beat Wall Street expectations. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more.
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 concludes testimony in OpenAI trial
Elon Musk's testimony concluded Thursday in his lawsuit against OpenAI. Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic and host of "The Most Interesting Thing in AI" podcast, joins "The Takeout" with analysis.
Elon Musk cross-examined in OpenAI trial
Elon Musk was cross-examined in his lawsuit against OpenAI on Thursday. In testimony on Wednesday, he said he was "a fool" for funding OpenAI. He is accusing OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman, of betraying him and the public by abandoning its core mission as it transitioned from a nonprofit to a for-profit company. WIRED senior writer Maxwell Zeff joins CBS News to discuss.
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Bill Nye on the Artemis II moon mission
Bill Nye The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more after meeting the Artemis II crew in person after their successful mission around the moon.
Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
AI used to reveal face of victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption
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In a first, endangered orangutan seen using canopy bridge to cross road
Rapid development has been shrinking the jungle habitat of the critically endangered species, and fatal conflicts with people have been increasing.
Saving the Venus fly trap
The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world.
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New video of correspondents' dinner suspect
New video shows the alleged White House Correspondents' Dinner shooter breaching event security after roaming the hotel hallways prior to the dinner.
Starmer urges action at some Gaza protests after antisemitic attacks
Keir Starmer said he would always defend the right to protest, but that there may be instances where some marches should be banned.
3 months since Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Friday marked exactly three months since Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, was reported missing. Briana Whitney, a breaking news reporter for the Crime Junkie podcast, joins "The Daily Report" with more.
WHCA scholarship recipients on shooting
For more than 100 years, the White House Correspondents' Dinner has celebrated the First Amendment and freedom of the press. The annual event is also a fundraiser for journalism scholarships. This year, the White House Correspondents' Association awarded $156,000 in grants to 30 college students. Two recipients, Kaitlin Bender-Thomas and Madison Maynard, join "The Daily Report" to discuss the shooting.
New video in D.C. dinner shooting
Newly released video shows the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting suspect and his movements ahead of the attack. Other video also shows a clearer image of the confrontation between law enforcement and the suspect. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more details.
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Artemis II astronauts talk mission toilet troubles: "We made do"
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5/2: Saturday Morning
Spirit Airlines announced it will cease operations after failing to secure a federal bailout. Meanwhile, President Trump rejected Iran's latest peace proposal.
Football error leads to life-saving diagnosis
Mike Toothaker, a stallion sales manager at Spendthrift Farms and part of the ownership team for top Kentucky Derby contender "Further Ado," tells "CBS Saturday Morning" how watching NFL placekicker Younghoe Koo whiff a field goal made him laugh so hard he seized, leading to a life-saving diagnosis.
The Dish: Chef Gregory Gourdet
Chef Gregory Gourdet is a three-time James Beard Award winner who changed the dining experiences at French luxury department store Printemps in New York City's Financial District. Gourdet sat down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his inspiration and culinary roots.
Duffy gives update on Spirit Airlines
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy held a news conference at Newark Liberty International Airport on Saturday morning after Spirit Airlines announced it would immediately cease operations.
Andy Serkis on "Animal Farm"
Andy Serkis, the iconic voice of Gollum in "Lord of the Rings," speaks with "CBS Saturday Morning" about his latest project, an animated version of George Orwell's "Animal Farm."