Musk proposes going ahead with $44 billion Twitter purchase
Tesla CEO had faced long odds of convincing a court to let him walk away from his $44 billion acquisition.
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Atlas 5 launches two SES communications satellites
The new SES satellites are part of a push by the FCC to free up the airwaves for 5G mobile networks.
Musk's plan to end Russian war infuriates Ukraine on Twitter
Musk has gotten into a Twitter tussle with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy over the billionaire's divisive proposal.
Russian cosmonaut to fly aboard U.S. spacecraft for first time since 2002
38-year-old Anna Kikina is the only active-duty female in Russia's cosmonaut corps.
The world's wealthiest person: How did Elon Musk get so rich?
The Tesla CEO maintains his perch atop the world's rich list, but his wealth has declined amid the car company's stock slump.
NASA, SpaceX study options for Hubble reboost
A Crew Dragon flight to boost Hubble's altitude could extend its useful life by a decade or more.
Tesla lawyers to question Elon Musk
Elon Musk will answer questions from Tesla lawyers this week ahead of a trial that could determine whether the Tesla CEO has to go ahead with his $44 billion purchase of the social media platform. Vice President Kamala Harris is in Tokyo to attend a memorial service for slain former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, and superstar Rihanna will headline the 2023 Super Bowl halftime show.
Twitter had "no locks on the doors," whistleblower tells Senate
Twitter's former security chief, Peiter Zatko, said the tech giant is a "decade behind" in protecting user safety.
Musk adds new reasons to exit Twitter deal, including whistleblower
Billionaire and his legal team notify social media platform of "additional bases" for ending the purchase agreement.
Musk files new notice to cancel Twitter deal
In another attempt to cancel his purchase of Twitter, Elon Musk has cited a complaint by whistleblower Peiter "Mudge" Zatko, former head of security for the company. Rick Jordan, CEO of Reachout Technology, joins CBS News to discuss Musk's new strategy and how it will affect the future of Twitter.
Elon Musk subpoenas Twitter whistleblower ahead of trial
Elon Musk's legal team is demanding to hear from a whistleblowing former Twitter executive who could help bolster Musk's case for backing out of a $44 billion deal to buy the social media company.
NASA set to lanch Artemis 1 on Monday
NASA's most powerful rocket yet, Artemis 1, is set to launch on its maiden journey Monday. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with a launch preview.
5 takeaways from Twitter whistleblower Peiter Zatko
Revelations from Twitter's former head of security raise serious questions about what the platform tells users and regulators.
Boy finds courage to jump into lake
The former security chief of Twitter has filed an explosive whistleblower complaint against the company. Peiter Zatko claims Twitter executives buried “egregious deficiencies” in the company’s cybersecurity practices. Cat Zakrzewski, a technology policy reporter for The Washington Post who co-wrote the article breaking this story, joins CBS News to discuss.
Elon Musk subpoenas ex-Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey in legal fight
Tesla CEO wants to back out of a $44 billion agreement to acquire the company that Dorsey helped found.
Elon Musk says tweet about buying Manchester United was a joke
The Tesla boss's "joke on Twitter" likely sparked hope among the flailing soccer club's army of supporters as his lawyers battle over his abandoned bid to buy Twitter.
Elon Musk sells $7 billion in Tesla shares amid Twitter fight
Court likely to force Tesla CEO to complete his $44 billion purchase of social media company, Wall Street analyst says.
Elon Musk says he lives in a $45,000 house: "It's very small"
Tesla and SpaceX CEO says his friends "can't believe" he lives in the modest Boca Chica, Texas, house.
U.S. agency probes Tesla crashes that killed 2 motorcyclists
Accidents point to a potential new hazard on U.S. freeways: Partially automated vehicles may not stop for motorcycles.
Explorer makes history on busy day of spaceflight
Four rockets were launched from Earth on Thursday. Among them was a United Launch Alliance Atlas 5 rocket carrying a missile warning satellite into orbit for the Space Force. Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin launched six people briefly into space, including Vanessa O'Brien, the first woman to complete the Explorers' Extreme trifecta.
Seven states holding primaries
Seven states are holding primaries today involving nearly 80 congressional districts, including some that could determine control of the House in November. Elon Musk is threatening to walk away from his $44 billion bid to buy Twitter over his concern about bots on the platform. And there's a new quarter from the U.S. mint – honoring Cherokee leader Wilma Mankiller - the Cherokee Nation’s first female principal chief.
Senate set for vote on abortion rights bill
The Senate is slated to hold a procedural vote to begin debate on guaranteeing abortion rights, in the wake of the leaked Supreme Court majority draft ruling that would overturn Roe v. Wade. Elon Musk says he’d allow former President Trump back on Twitters if his deal to buy it goes through. And a 228 carat pear-shaped stone called “The Rock” is going up for sale at Christie's auction house In Geneva. It’s expected to fetch a record $30 million.
Alleged Buffalo gunman due in court
The man accused of killing 10 black people at a Buffalo, New York supermarket is set to make an initial court appearance. It comes as the Justice Department filed 26 federal hate crimes and firearms charges against Payton Gendron. Elon Musk is set to address twitter employees for the first time. Dolly Parton is donating $1 million dollars to pediatric infectious disease research.
MoneyWatch: Stocks up; Musk buys Twitter
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose back to even as tech stocks rallied on Monday. Yahoo Finance reporter Alexandra Semenova joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero to recap the stock market's gains.
U.S. stocks lose momentum
Peter Morici, professor at the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland, joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Mola Lenghi to discuss today's stock market activity, as well as the significance of Tesla's record profit during its first quarter.
Details emerge in case of former Cornell student alleging rape by frat members
A woman, identified only as Jane Doe, alleges she was gang-raped by seven fraternity members in 2024 and accuses Cornell University of failing to protect her.
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Trump denies reports he offered Iran sanctions relief and access to frozen assets
President Trump confirmed that American and Iranian negotiators exchanged messages through mediators on Monday but denied offering Tehran sanctions relief and access to frozen assets.
OpenAI halts model release over safety concerns: "Didn't quite meet the bar"
OpenAI said it has chosen not to release its new GPT-6.1 Astra model due to concerns about safety, as industry leaders warn of the risks posed by ever-more-powerful AI technology.
Senate approves sweeping bill to regulate college sports
The Senate on Thursday approved a sweeping college sports bill to establish a federal framework for college athletics aimed at protecting student athletes — despite some pushback from some Democrats who argue that it could do the opposite.
U.S. ban on almost $1 billion in Canadian imports takes effect
The United States has banned nearly $1 billion worth of Canadian imports, including alcoholic beverages, dairy products and motorcycles.
Trump announces plans for largest steel plant in U.S. history to be built in Iowa
President Trump on Monday announced that the company Mesabi Metallics will build a $15 billion steel plant in Iowa over the coming years.
Trump, Johnson to meet with AI execs at White House amid debate over safety
The meeting comes as some industry leaders warn about the risks of rapid AI advancements.
Election denier Kurt Olsen has resigned from DOJ, sources say
Olsen had been assigned to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida, where he was working on the "grand conspiracy" investigation targeting Obama- and Biden-era officials
New York Times exec dies in shooting; elderly in-laws accused of murder
An elderly couple in the San Francisco Bay Area is suspected of shooting and killing their son-in-law in the parking lot of a community park over the weekend.
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2 U.S. aviators eject landing plane on carrier off Virginia and 4 sailors hurt
Two U.S. aviators ejected as they were landing their plane on the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower aircraft carrier off Virginia and four sailors on the vessel were hurt in what the Navy called a "mishap."
OpenAI halts model release over safety concerns: "Didn't quite meet the bar"
OpenAI said it has chosen not to release its new GPT-6.1 Astra model due to concerns about safety, as industry leaders warn of the risks posed by ever-more-powerful AI technology.
Former "American Idol" singer's murder trial moves to closing arguments
A former Ohio music pastor who appeared on the singing competition "American Idol" is on trial over allegations that he killed his wife while having an affair.
Man who spent decades on death row ordered released on bail after no DNA match
No physical evidence linked him to the crime scene, but the jury convicted Douglas Stewart Carter, a Black man, based on a confession and two witnesses who later recanted.
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New video of text chain from night of alleged Cornell gang rape
CBS News New York has exclusively obtained additional video of the fraternity's group Snapchat conversation from the night a former Cornell student says she was drugged and raped inside the Chi Phi fraternity house.
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U.S. ban on almost $1 billion in Canadian imports takes effect
The United States has banned nearly $1 billion worth of Canadian imports, including alcoholic beverages, dairy products and motorcycles.
OpenAI halts model release over safety concerns: "Didn't quite meet the bar"
OpenAI said it has chosen not to release its new GPT-6.1 Astra model due to concerns about safety, as industry leaders warn of the risks posed by ever-more-powerful AI technology.
Peperoncini product recalled after "pest contaminant" found in jar
California food manufacturer said it is investigating after a consumer posted a video showing a rodent in a jar of the company's peperoncinis.
Holiday airfares soar to 10-year high. Here's how to save on flights.
Airfares for round-trip U.S. flights have jumped 31% compared to the same period last year, and tickets are likely to get pricier, according to a new analysis.
Gas prices could soar if the U.S. bans diesel exports, economists say
President Trump said he is "very seriously" considering a ban on diesel exports. But such a move could drive U.S. gas prices sharply higher, analysts said.
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U.S. ban on almost $1 billion in Canadian imports takes effect
The United States has banned nearly $1 billion worth of Canadian imports, including alcoholic beverages, dairy products and motorcycles.
Senate approves sweeping bill to regulate college sports
The Senate on Thursday approved a sweeping college sports bill to establish a federal framework for college athletics aimed at protecting student athletes — despite some pushback from some Democrats who argue that it could do the opposite.
Trump, Johnson to meet with AI execs at White House amid debate over safety
The meeting comes as some industry leaders warn about the risks of rapid AI advancements.
Election denier Kurt Olsen has resigned from DOJ, sources say
Olsen had been assigned to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida, where he was working on the "grand conspiracy" investigation targeting Obama- and Biden-era officials
Alito recuses himself from major case on climate change and fossil fuels
The Supreme Court will soon hear arguments in the major climate change lawsuit between two energy companies and the city and county of Boulder, Colorado.
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Food safety becomes election issue as major outbreaks, recalls cause concern
Recent outbreaks of foodborne illness and high-profile recalls have made food safety a concern of voters.
Teen's headache reveals family health risk: "Saving people's lives"
Minutes into a run, Caroline McCaffrey was struck with a massive headache. The resulting medical journey would reveal a family risk for a dangerous condition.
Will an FDA crackdown curb access to cheaper GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
The FDA has warned a major compounding pharmacy that it violated federal law by making copies of blockbuster weight-loss drugs in "inordinate amounts."
Bone health and the "silent disease": 4 things women should know
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein, an orthopedic surgeon at Duke University School of Medicine, discusses what women should know about protecting their bones.
Even the smallest joys can help prevent suicide, researchers say
New research highlights common themes shared by people who found reasons to keep living through dark times.
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Pope Leo draws massive crowds in France. Is Catholicism making a comeback?
Large crowds in Paris and other parts of France offered a striking welcome for Pope Leo in one of Europe's most secular countries.
Princess Diana's brother says Buckingham Palace "has to gaslight" him
Charles Spencer, the brother of the late Princess Diana, spoke to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about writing his new book, "Swan Song: Diana, My Sister."
Wife, daughter of top drug lord held in U.S. are captured in Colombia
The women, who are wanted for money laundering, were arrested in an operation involving the FBI, President Abelardo de la Espriella said.
Russia hammers Ukraine's capital with major daytime drone strike
A wave of Russian strikes hit Ukraine Monday, killing at least 7 people, including a woman hit by a daytime strike on the National Academy of Sciences in Kyiv.
Benjamin Satterley, pro wrestler known as "Pac," dies at 40
Benjamin Satterley, an English-born wrestler known for high-flying moves that delighted fans worldwide, was known as "Pac."
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Former "American Idol" singer's murder trial moves to closing arguments
A former Ohio music pastor who appeared on the singing competition "American Idol" is on trial over allegations that he killed his wife while having an affair.
Highlights from the VMA "teal" carpet
Stars stunned on the MTV Video Music Awards "teal" carpet Sunday night in Los Angeles, California. Vlad Duthiers breaks down some of the night's best moments.
Key highlights from the 2026 MTV VMAs
Madonna and Taylor Swift won big at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, where artists also honored Dolly Parton's legacy and celebrated new singers making their global debuts. CBS News' Vlad Duthiers reports.
VMA performance highlights
Vlad Duthiers and Denny Directo break down the most iconic performances from Sunday's MTV Video Music Awards, which included performances by Madonna, Shaboozey, Raye and more.
2026 MTV VMAs highlights include Madonna, Taylor Swift
Madonna won Artist of the Year while Taylor Swift became the most awarded artist in Video Music Awards history.
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OpenAI halts model release over safety concerns: "Didn't quite meet the bar"
OpenAI said it has chosen not to release its new GPT-6.1 Astra model due to concerns about safety, as industry leaders warn of the risks posed by ever-more-powerful AI technology.
Nvidia launches new security tool
Technology company and chip maker Nvidia has created a new security platform aimed at preventing artificial intelligence agents from going rogue. Connor Leahy, executive director of ControlAI, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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.
Trump, Johnson to meet with AI execs at White House amid debate over safety
The meeting comes as some industry leaders warn about the risks of rapid AI advancements.
AI companies probing rogue incidents: Axios
Axios reports that OpenAI, Anthropic and security researchers are investigating tens of thousands of cases where AI models showed troublesome behavior like bypassing guardrails, creating message boards and even hacking websites. New York Times technology correspondent Mike Isaac joins CBS News to discuss.
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Neuroscientists grow human brain tissue in mice
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
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Former "American Idol" singer's murder trial moves to closing arguments
A former Ohio music pastor who appeared on the singing competition "American Idol" is on trial over allegations that he killed his wife while having an affair.
Man who spent decades on death row ordered released on bail after no DNA match
No physical evidence linked him to the crime scene, but the jury convicted Douglas Stewart Carter, a Black man, based on a confession and two witnesses who later recanted.
Cornell frat gang rape probe to be reopened
Nearly two years after a young woman first told authorities that she'd been raped inside a fraternity house at Cornell University, the local district attorney, who had initially declined to pursue criminal charges, says he is reopening the investigation. Lilia Luciano reports on what's changed.
Case reopened into alleged 2024 Cornell gang rape
Prosecutors say they are reopening an investigation into an alleged 2024 gang rape at Cornell University. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
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New video of text chain from night of alleged Cornell gang rape
CBS News New York has exclusively obtained additional video of the fraternity's group Snapchat conversation from the night a former Cornell student says she was drugged and raped inside the Chi Phi fraternity house.
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NASA plans Starliner test flight after astronauts got stuck at space station
NASA says it is committed to helping Boeing get its Starliner back in space after multiple upgrades and improvements.
SpaceX launches Starship on giant rocket's first flight to orbit
The Super Heavy-Starship rocket's 14th test flight, the first boosting the upper stage to orbit, marked a major milestone for both SpaceX and NASA.
NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
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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.
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Extended interview: Patrick Clancy
Patrick Clancy wrestles with grief and shares memories of his children in his first interview since his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy's murder trial ended without a verdict.
Cornell frat gang rape probe to be reopened
Nearly two years after a young woman first told authorities that she'd been raped inside a fraternity house at Cornell University, the local district attorney, who had initially declined to pursue criminal charges, says he is reopening the investigation. Lilia Luciano reports on what's changed.
Trump announces Iowa steel plant project
President Trump has announced a multi-billion-dollar steel plant project in Iowa. What the president called the "largest steel plant in U.S. history" is expected to be up and running by 2030. CBS News correspondent Lana Zak has more details.
Previewing Yankees-Red Sox Wild Card series
Major League Baseball's grueling 162-game regular season ended on Sunday and postseason baseball is here. Four games kick off the wild-card round starting Tuesday. Levi Weaver, a staff writer for The Athletic, previews the MLB playoffs.
Russian drone hits cultural landmark in Kyiv
Russia struck a cultural landmark in Ukraine on Monday, the National Academy of Sciences, killing at least seven people and wounding dozens more. They also attacked apartment buildings, offices and data centers. CBS News international reporter Aidan Stretch was forced to take shelter shortly after creating this report. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean also has more on the war.