Twitter relaunches "official" label to combat verified impersonator accounts
After initially removing the label, Twitter became a cesspool of verified accounts pretending to companies, celebrities, politicians and other public figures.
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Musk says Twitter could face bankruptcy as top executives flee
The company is losing $4 million a week as high-profile staffers resign, raising doubts that it can keep operating.
Verified Twitter accounts impersonate LeBron James, George W. Bush and others
Twitter users can now purchase the blue check feature. Some accounts have already begun exploiting it.
Musk ends Twitter work-from-home policy, citing "difficult times"
In an email to the social media company's employees, the billionaire said there was "no way to sugarcoat the message."
NASA launches weather satellite, experimental heat shield
Inflatable heat shield technology may offer a more efficient way to land astronauts on Mars.
Facebook owner Meta cuts 11,000 jobs — 13% of workforce
"I got this wrong," admits CEO Mark Zuckerberg as his company grapples with faltering revenue and broader tech industry woes.
Biden says Musk's Twitter purchase is "worth being looked at"
Musk financed part of his $44 billion purchase of Twitter with the help of Saudi Prince Alwaleed and a Qatar fund.
Twitter ditches "official" check marks hours after launching them
"Twitter will do lots of dumb things in coming months," Musk tweeted after abruptly nixing new account verification system.
U.S. stocks tumble with election results still up in the air
Wall Street is waiting to see if balance of power in Washington shifts, but hot inflation remains main focus.
Elon Musk's net worth dropped $100 billion this year. Here's why.
In January, Musk had an estimated worth of $304.2 billion, Forbes estimated.
Twitter delisted from New York Stock Exchange
Elon Musk has taken Twitter private. The new CEO now no longer has to share financial information for the social media company, and shareholders have been paid out. Louise Matsakis joins "CBS News Mornings" to explain what this means for the company and other trends in the social media industry.
Musk tweet backing GOP calls Twitter neutrality into question
Some advertisers, users have left platform amid growing concern over company's ability to deal with hate speech, misinformation.
Second chaotic week at Twitter for Musk
In his second week at the helm of Twitter, Elon Musk had accounts impersonating him suspended and the site has tried to rehire employees who had been laid off the prior week. Mike Isaac, technology correspondent for The New York Times, joined CBS News' John Dickerson to examine Elon's tumultuous week.
Twitter asks some former employees to return
Twitter is asking dozens of its employees to return after letting go of nearly half its workforce last week. According to reports, some staff were let go accidentally while others were fired before management realized they were necessary to build new features. Lauren Hirsch, a reporter for The New York Times, joins CBS News to discuss.
Gigi Hadid becomes the latest celebrity to deactivate her Twitter account
Shonda Rhimes, Toni Braxton, Sara Bareilles and Tea Leoni are among the high-profile people who have ditched Twitter following Elon Musk's acquisition of the company.
Musk says Twitter account holders who impersonate others will be banned
The platform's new owner issued the warning after some celebrities after some celebrities changed their Twitter display names - not their account names - to parody him.
Kathy Griffin suspended from Twitter after impersonating Elon Musk
After Kathy Griffin and other people changed their display names to "Elon Musk," the new Twitter chief tweeted that accounts that engage in impersonation will be permanently suspended.
These are some of the celebrities vowing to leave Twitter
Some celebrities have deactivated their accounts while others are weighing whether they will leave. Here is what they're saying about Musk's acquisition of the company.
Twitter sees mass layoffs following Musk takeover
Layoffs began at Twitter just days after Elon Musk took control of the social media giant. Hope King, a business reporter for Axios, spoke to CBS News about the latest developments.
Twitter announces blue check subscription service for $7.99 monthly fee
It was not immediately clear when the subscription service would go live.
Krebs: Twitter turmoil creating "very chaotic environment" for midterms
Chris Krebs, the former director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and a CBS News cybersecurity expert and analyst, says, "We've seen reports lately of Russia, China and Iran back at their old tricks" since Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter.
Jack Dorsey apologizes to Twitter employees after thousands laid off
Under Elon Musk's ownership, thousands of Twitter employees, including top executives, have been fired.
Musk begins Twitter overhaul with mass layoffs
Thousands of Twitter employees found out via email that they were let go, just one week after Elon Musk took control of the social media giant. Carter Evans reports.
Musk says activists are killing "free speech" as advertisers bail
Human rights groups are pressing companies to ditch Twitter as hate speech on the platform spikes after Musk's takeover.
Growing number of companies halt Twitter ads after Musk deal
General Mills and Audi are the latest big advertisers to pull back amid questions about how the platform will moderate content.
Trump pauses Project Freedom in Strait of Hormuz to see if Iran deal can be struck
President Trump said Tuesday he has paused Project Freedom, a U.S. effort to guide commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
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U.S.-Iran ceasefire holds for now, Hegseth says, as Trump looks to finalize deal
Hegseth said the ceasefire with Iran "certainly holds" for now after a naval clash between Iranian and U.S. forces and renewed attacks on the UAE.
Vivek Ramaswamy projected to win Ohio GOP nomination for governor
Vivek Ramswamy will face Democrat Amy Acton, a former Ohio Department of Public Health director, in November.
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Homan: "Things weren't perfect" in Minneapolis, but ICE not backing down
Border czar Tom Homan conceded "things weren't perfect" during the crackdown in Minneapolis, but stressed that the administration is not backing down from its mass deportation effort.
Ohio Senate race set between Jon Husted, Sherrod Brown
CBS News projected that former Sen. Sherrod Brown won the Democratic primary, while incumbent Sen. Jon Husted ran unopposed.
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In Lynette Hooker probe, Coast Guard seeks info about mystery sailboat
The U.S. Coast Guard is trying to find the owners of a sailboat that may have been moored next to Lynette Hooker's vessel the night she disappeared in the Bahamas, marking a new development in the search for the missing Michigan woman.
To avoid risk of mines, Navy directs ships on path farther from Iran
The U.S. warns that transiting the normal route could be "extremely hazardous" because of mines laid in the Strait of Hormuz by Iran.
2 dead, 3 injured in shooting at Texas shopping center
The incident happened at about 10 a.m. The Carrollton Police Department, Texas Department of Public Safety and other agencies are on scene.
Hantavirus possibly transmitted human to human on stricken cruise ship, WHO says
Passengers aboard the ship are in good spirits but may have to quarantine for "eight weeks," a World Health Organization official told CBS News.
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Manhunt on for retired special forces soldier accused of shooting wife
Authorities say Craig Berry, a retired special forces soldier, shot his wife and then fled into the woods in northern Tennessee.
To avoid risk of mines, Navy directs ships on path farther from Iran
The U.S. warns that transiting the normal route could be "extremely hazardous" because of mines laid in the Strait of Hormuz by Iran.
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Homan: "Things weren't perfect" in Minneapolis, but ICE not backing down
Border czar Tom Homan conceded "things weren't perfect" during the crackdown in Minneapolis, but stressed that the administration is not backing down from its mass deportation effort.
EEOC sues New York Times, alleging bias against White male worker
Employment watchdog accuses the New York Times of violating federal law by passing over a White male journalist for a job.
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In Lynette Hooker probe, Coast Guard seeks info about mystery sailboat
The U.S. Coast Guard is trying to find the owners of a sailboat that may have been moored next to Lynette Hooker's vessel the night she disappeared in the Bahamas, marking a new development in the search for the missing Michigan woman.
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EEOC sues New York Times, alleging bias against White male worker
Employment watchdog accuses the New York Times of violating federal law by passing over a White male journalist for a job.
Meta trained its AI on copyrighted work, new lawsuit alleges
The lawsuit claims that Meta's Llama is generating summaries — and, in some cases, verbatim copies — of original works.
Delta ending food and beverage service on shorter flights
Routes that are under a certain distance will no longer offer food and beverage service, the airline said.
Utz potato chips sold nationwide recalled over salmonella risk
Utz Quality Foods is recalling some of its Zapp's and Dirty brand potato chips because an ingredient may be contaminated by salmonella.
UnitedHealthcare to cut prior authorization for 30% of treatments
The largest U.S. health insurer said it will eliminate approval requirements for some treatments, including select outpatient surgeries and other procedures.
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Vivek Ramaswamy projected to win Ohio GOP nomination for governor
Vivek Ramswamy will face Democrat Amy Acton, a former Ohio Department of Public Health director, in November.
Ohio Senate race set between Jon Husted, Sherrod Brown
CBS News projected that former Sen. Sherrod Brown won the Democratic primary, while incumbent Sen. Jon Husted ran unopposed.
Trump pauses Project Freedom in Strait of Hormuz to see if Iran deal can be struck
President Trump said Tuesday he has paused Project Freedom, a U.S. effort to guide commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
To avoid risk of mines, Navy directs ships on path farther from Iran
The U.S. warns that transiting the normal route could be "extremely hazardous" because of mines laid in the Strait of Hormuz by Iran.
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Homan: "Things weren't perfect" in Minneapolis, but ICE not backing down
Border czar Tom Homan conceded "things weren't perfect" during the crackdown in Minneapolis, but stressed that the administration is not backing down from its mass deportation effort.
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What we know about cruise hantavirus outbreak
A rare form of hantavirus is believed to have spread person-to-person on board a cruise ship. Three people are dead, four more are ill and nearly 150 others are stranded aboard the ship, where they will stay potentially for months until they are cleared to leave. Tom Hanson has more.
How hantavirus may have spread aboard a cruise ship
A suspected hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship has killed three people and sickened at least four others, officials said.
UnitedHealthcare to cut prior authorization for 30% of treatments
The largest U.S. health insurer said it will eliminate approval requirements for some treatments, including select outpatient surgeries and other procedures.
Latest on apparent hantavirus cruise outbreak
A suspected outbreak of hantavirus on a cruise ship has killed three people, officials say. Tom Hanson reports.
Alito temporarily restores FDA rule allowing abortion pill to be sent by mail
A federal appeals court blocked a FDA rule that allowed the abortion pill mifepristone to be dispensed through the mail.
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Trump pauses Project Freedom in Strait of Hormuz to see if Iran deal can be struck
President Trump said Tuesday he has paused Project Freedom, a U.S. effort to guide commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
How hantavirus may have spread aboard a cruise ship
A suspected hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship has killed three people and sickened at least four others, officials said.
Amsterdam bans advertising for meat and fossil fuels in public places
The city, known for its tolerance of some drugs and sex work, no longer allows ads for airlines, cruises, beef, chicken, pork or fish products.
U.K. counter-terror police investigate arson at former synagogue
Keir Starmer warned Tuesday that there would be "consequences" if Iran is proven to be behind a recent series of antisemitic attacks in the capital.
Hegseth says "ceasefire is not over" after Strait of Hormuz exchange of fire
Iranian vessels fired on U.S. ships guiding vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in the U.S. sinking several small Iranian boats.
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Douglas Stuart reads "John of John" excerpt
Oprah Winfrey selected "John of John" by award-winning author Douglas Stuart, known for "Shuggie Bain," as her latest book club pick. Watch the author, Douglas Stuart, read an excerpt from his novel that Winfrey calls " a complex and compelling tale that ultimately showcases the transformational power of love."
Details from the Met Gala red carpet
CBS News' Adriana Diaz and contributor Lauren Sherman join CBS News 24/7 to share details from the 2026 Met Gala.
Breaking down the 2026 Tony Awards nominees
The nominees for the 79th annual Tony Awards, which air on CBS on June 7, were revealed on Tuesday. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin joins with more.
Zac Posen on Kendall Jenner's Met Gala look
GAP Inc. executive vice president and creative director Zac Posen discusses designing model Kendall Jenner's dress for this year's Met Gala. He also dives into other looks that stood out at the annual event.
Stars shine at Met Gala
Stars shined at fashion's biggest night of the year on Monday, the Met Gala. This year's event was co-chaired by Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman and Venus Williams. Outside the museum, protesters gathered holding letters that spelled out "tax the rich." Adriana Diaz reports.
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Coinbase to lay off 700 workers as crypto company embraces AI
"This is a new way of working, and we need to leverage AI across every facet of our jobs," CEO Brian Armstrong said in a letter to employees.
Pennsylvania suing Character AI, claims chatbot posed as medical professional
A Character AI chatbot falsely claimed to be a licensed psychiatrist in Pennsylvania and provided an invalid license number, the state alleged.
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.
GameStop offers to buy eBay for $55.5 billion, threatens hostile bid
EBay said on Monday that it will "carefully review" GameStop's unsolicited $ 125-per-share takeover offer.
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Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
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
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
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.
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Manhunt underway for former soldier
In northern Tennessee, a retired Special Forces soldier is accused of shooting his wife and then using his training to disappear into the woods. Nicole Valdes reports.
Manhunt on for retired special forces soldier accused of shooting wife
Authorities say Craig Berry, a retired special forces soldier, shot his wife and then fled into the woods in northern Tennessee.
Tanner Horner sentenced to death in murder of 7-year-old Athena Strand
A Tarrant County jury sentenced Tanner Horner to death for the 2022 kidnapping and murder of 7-year-old Athena Strand.
2 killed in Texas shopping center shooting
Police gave an update Tuesday on a shooting at a Dallas-area shopping center that killed two people. The suspect is in custody, authorities said.
Suspect arrested after two fatal Carrollton shootings tied to business meeting, police say
The incident happened at about 10 a.m. The Carrollton Police Department, Texas Department of Public Safety and other agencies are on scene.
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If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Artemis crew surprises 5-year-old aspiring astronaut with special gift
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Artemis II crew reveals what snack they ate right after splashdown
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
Artemis II astronauts talk mission toilet troubles: "We made do"
The plumbing issues aboard the Orion capsule became headline news in the early days of the historic Artemis II mission.
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Manhunt underway for former soldier
In northern Tennessee, a retired Special Forces soldier is accused of shooting his wife and then using his training to disappear into the woods. Nicole Valdes reports.
Teacher steps up during talent show trouble
On this National Teacher Appreciation Day, Tony Dokoupil has the story of how a Michigan teacher stepped in to help a student facing a challenge at the talent show.
Trump pausing Project Freedom for short period
President Trump announced Tuesday night that he's pausing Project Freedom for "a short period of time" to see if an agreement with Iran can be finalized.
California battling State Farm over fires
The California Department of Insurance is accusing State Farm, the nation's largest home insurance company, of delaying, denying and underpaying claims after last year's wildfires. Carter Evans reports.
Geoff Duncan slams 2020 election probe
The Justice Department is seeking the names of people who worked the 2020 election in Fulton County, Georgia. Former Georgia GOP Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan, who is running for governor as a Democrat, joins "The Takeout" with his reaction.