EU probes U.S. tech giants over compliance with new digital law
European Union regulators have opened investigations into Apple, Google and Meta under a new law designed to stop tech companies cornering digital markets.
Reddit makes stock market debut
Reddit, the popular social media platform, has gone public after almost two decades after its launch. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more on what Reddit will have to modify as it seeks to make profits for shareholders.
Supreme Court social media case: What to know
The Supreme Court appeared skeptical during Monday's oral arguments over whether contact between the federal government and social media platforms should be limited. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson explains.
House passes TikTok crackdown bill
The House has passed a bill that could ban TikTok in the U.S. if ByteDance, TikTok's parent company that has ties to the Chinese government, doesn't divest in the app. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and Weijia Jiang report on what happens now.
Facebook, Instagram services restored after widespread outages
Facebook and Instagram users earlier today reported that they were booted out of the social media platforms, with many unable to log back in.
When it comes to ketamine, Meta's posting policy is no party to decipher
Despite growing awareness that the party drug is dangerous, the social media company is open to promotion of the drug in treating mental health.
Eye on America: Emerging AI and robotics tech
In California, we learn why Meta is sharing its AI research findings with the world. Then in Massachusetts, we get an in-depth demo with some of the robots at Boston Dynamics. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
How SCOTUS could reshape social media
The Supreme Court heard arguments Monday in cases that will likely shape the future of free speech online. Jimmy Hoover, Supreme Court reporter for the National Law Journal, joins CBS News to unpack what's at stake.
SCOTUS appears divided on social media cases
The Supreme Court heard two cases Monday that could change how Americans interact with social media. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford breaks down the oral arguments.
Supreme Court hears social media cases
The Supreme Court heard oral arguments Monday in a pair of cases that could transform online speech. The two cases involve Republican-backed laws in Florida and Texas that restricted social media companies from moderating content. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the cases' impact.
Supreme Court hears arguments in social media cases
The two cases concern Republican-backed state laws that aim to restrict social media companies like Facebook and X, formerly Twitter, from moderating content.
Supreme Court hearing social media cases
The Supreme Court on Monday is hearing two cases concerning social media moderation and the First Amendment. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford has more.
Tech industry reporting more layoffs
Tech industry jobs are being slashed further as companies look to tighten spending and invest more in artificial intelligence. Social media company Snap says it's laying off 10% of its global workforce while companies like Okta and DocuSign are each cutting around 400 employees. Sarah Needleman, reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joined CBS News to discuss the current landscape for tech careers.
Facebook marks 20 years since launch
It's been 20 years since Mark Zuckerberg created the program that would become Facebook in his Harvard dorm room, birthing a trillion-dollar company that's changed the world. Steven Levy, author of "Facebook: The Inside Story," joined CBS News to discuss the company's impact on our lives.
Meta Oversight Board says manipulated video of Biden can stay on Facebook
Meta's Oversight Board said the edited video can remain, but it criticized the company's policy on manipulated media as "incoherent and confusing."
Breaking down Senate's tech CEO hearing
Five of the most powerful tech CEOs faced intense questioning on Capitol Hill on Wednesday over the risks their social media platforms pose to minors. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent reports on what executives told senators.
Mark Zuckerberg apologizes to parents of victims of online exploitation
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg directly addressed families after prodding from Sen. Josh Hawley.
Zuckerberg apologizes at Senate hearing
In a dramatic moment on Capitol Hill, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, at Sen. Josh Hawley's urging, stood up and apologized to the family members of children who had been harmed by social media. Zuckerberg is testifying before a Senate panel with the CEOs of other social media platforms about child exploitation and safety.
Senators grill tech CEOs about child safety
Top executives from companies like Meta, TikTok and X testified about online child safety before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday. Lawmakers grilled the tech leaders about exploitation and endangerment of minors on social media platforms. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Social media CEOs to testify on child safety
The leaders of Snap, TikTok, X, Meta and Discord will testify before the Senate Wednesday on whether they're doing enough to protect kids who use their platforms. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent sat down for an exclusive interview with the senators spearheading the hearing.
Graham: Zuckerberg has blood on his hands
GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina told Mark Zuckerberg he had blood on his hands and that social media platforms are "killing people" during a Senate hearing where the Meta CEO and other tech executives are testifying about child safety. Graham went on to call for the repeal of Section 230.
Why U.S. journalism faces uncertain future
Journalism is crucial for informing the public and keeping elected officials in check, but the U.S. news business is not in a healthy state. Paul Farhi, freelance writer and father of CBS News senior White House producer Arden Farhi, joins to explain what's happening to U.S. journalism — and the potential ramifications on American democracy.
Social media CEOs to testify on child safety
Executives of the some of nation's top social media companies are set to testify Wednesday on Capitol Hill. Senators will hear from the leaders of Meta, TikTok, X, Snapchat and Discord on measures being taken to protect minors. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
Social media apps made $11 billion from children, teens in 2022
Snaphat, TikTok, Youtube and others generated billions in profits last year from advertising targeting young users, a Harvard study shows.
Inside Meta's open source A.I. program
As artificial intelligence becomes more powerful, the companies developing it are largely keeping their technology closely guarded. An exception is Meta, the owner of Facebook, which is emphasizing open sourcing in development. Yann LeCun, a Meta developer and one of the "Godfathers of A.I.," said such work is necessary. Brook Silva Braga has more.
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Iran says Israel must pull troops out of Lebanon under deal with U.S.
Iran's foreign minister says Israeli troops can't remain in Lebanon under the pending deal with the U.S.
Feds reveal new details of alleged plot to attack White House UFC event
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
Senate rejects latest resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution on Iran as President Trump touts a framework agreement with Tehran to end the monthslong conflict.
What to expect as Kevin Warsh leads his first Fed interest rate meeting
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
U.S. citizen released, no charges after accusations of abuse in Colombia
A video of the alleged incident circulated widely on social media, but Colombia's president later said the man "apparently did not" abuse any children.
Russian artist and Putin critic shot dead in Poland
Semyon Skrepetsky was known for performances and artwork attacking Russian President Vladimir Putin and other authoritarian leaders.
Georgia and Alabama GOP runoffs and more primaries to watch today
Voters are casting their ballots in four states and the District of Columbia on Tuesday, including the runoff race in Georgia to take on Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff.
Israel's recent attack in Lebanon was "too much," Trump says
President Trump, who is in France for the G7 summit, said he didn't like that Israel attacked Lebanon two hours before the U.S. signed an agreement with Iran.
8 dead in B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base in California, officials say
The aircraft was on a routine test mission at Edwards airfield, located in the western Mojave Desert, about 100 miles northeast of Los Angeles.
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What to expect as Kevin Warsh leads his first Fed interest rate meeting
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Potential first tropical cyclone of the year developing in the Gulf
Forecasters have issued an advisory for the potential first tropical cyclone of the 2026 hurricane season, warning it could develop into a tropical storm by Wednesday.
"Star Wars" lightsaber and more iconic film props going up for auction
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Yum! Brands sells struggling Pizza Hut in $2.7 billion deal
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
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What to expect as Kevin Warsh leads his first Fed interest rate meeting
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Yum! Brands sells struggling Pizza Hut in $2.7 billion deal
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
Electricity costs expected to hit record this summer, new analysis finds
A new analysis projects how much Americans will pay for electricity from June to September, depending on their state of residence.
Hundreds of U.S. cities now have starter homes that cost $1 million
The number of metropolitan areas around the country with basic homes worth at least $1 million has tripled since 2020.
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Senate rejects latest resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution on Iran as President Trump touts a framework agreement with Tehran to end the monthslong conflict.
Despite Trump's assurances, shippers wait and see on Strait of Hormuz
President Trump says there's a "safe, secure and pristine" route through the Strait of Hormuz, but major shipping companies aren't convinced.
Israel's recent attack in Lebanon was "too much," Trump says
President Trump, who is in France for the G7 summit, said he didn't like that Israel attacked Lebanon two hours before the U.S. signed an agreement with Iran.
Feds reveal new details of alleged plot to attack White House UFC event
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
Georgia and Alabama GOP runoffs and more primaries to watch today
Voters are casting their ballots in four states and the District of Columbia on Tuesday, including the runoff race in Georgia to take on Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff.
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Ebola outbreak still spreading in Congo: "We are missing cases"
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
American doctor who recovered from Ebola back in U.S., says he's "feeling well"
Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.
They're uninsured after Obamacare became too costly. They're far from alone.
After congressional Republicans let expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans expire at the end of last year, some families have decided the price is too great of a financial burden and canceled their coverage.
Organic formula recalled after 3 babies diagnosed with infant botulism
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
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Senate rejects latest resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution on Iran as President Trump touts a framework agreement with Tehran to end the monthslong conflict.
Dead or stranded: Commercial sailors suffer in the Strait of Hormuz
India alone has more than 18,000 sailors stuck across the Persian Gulf region. Some tell CBS News it feels like they're "in jail."
Russian artist and Putin critic shot dead in Poland
Semyon Skrepetsky was known for performances and artwork attacking Russian President Vladimir Putin and other authoritarian leaders.
Despite Trump's assurances, shippers wait and see on Strait of Hormuz
President Trump says there's a "safe, secure and pristine" route through the Strait of Hormuz, but major shipping companies aren't convinced.
Ebola outbreak still spreading in Congo: "We are missing cases"
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
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America250 announces concert headliners, host
Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins are set to headline America250's "America's Block Party Concert," with Queen Latifah set to host. Rosie Rios, the chair of America250, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
A look at the adaptation of "I Will Find You"
Harlan Coben talks about casting for the Netflix adaptation of his 2023 bestselling novel "I Will Find You." The series stars Sam Worthington, who describes how fatherhood impacted him in his role and how he sees his character.
"Star Wars" lightsaber and more iconic film props going up for auction
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Serena and Venus Williams to play doubles together again, at Wimbledon
Serena and Venus Williams are getting back together as a doubles team, at Wimbledon. The last time the sisters were a doubles duo was at the 2022 U.S. Open, where they lost their opening match.
Billy Porter on "La Cage Aux Folles"
Billy Porter speaks with "CBS Mornings" about starring in the off-Broadway revival of the musical "La Cage Aux Folles," working with Wayne Brady and recent health issues.
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SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
Anthropic to meet Trump officials, Axios says
Anthropic's senior staff is planning to meet with White House officials amid a recent dispute over the company's safety measures. Maria Curi, a tech reporter for Axios, has 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.
U.K. announces plan to ban social media for children under 16
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes to have a ban on kids using social media that is "designed to be addictive" enacted by early next year.
Prediction market traders face long odds
Prediction market platforms give fans the chance to make money on anything from predicting where Taylor Swift will get married to major sports. But a recent study found the top 1% of traders on Polymarket capture more than three-quarters of all gains. Jo Ling Kent spoke with a prediction market trader who wrote an AI-powered computer program to help him win big.
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
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Russian artist and Putin critic shot dead in Poland
Semyon Skrepetsky was known for performances and artwork attacking Russian President Vladimir Putin and other authoritarian leaders.
What we know about alleged D.C. attack plot
The alleged plot targeting the White House's UFC event on Sunday involved drones and explosives, court documents show. At least one suspect, 19-year-old Tycen Proper, has been arrested in Ohio. CBS News' Jake Rosen has more.
Teen accused of killing stepsister on cruise to be jailed pending trial
The teen was initially released pending trial after being charged as a juvenile, but after he was charged as an adult, a judge ruled he was no longer subject to rules regarding juvenile detention.
U.S. citizen released, no charges after accusations of abuse in Colombia
A video of the alleged incident circulated widely on social media, but prosecutors determined "there had been no sexual abuse and no physical violence."
Man caught with 150 live venomous scorpions at airport
Police released an image of the venomous scorpions, which appear to be individually wrapped in plastic.
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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Village creates phone-free community for kids
A village in Ireland started a community-wide initiative to bring back smartphone-free childhoods. Parents voluntarily agree to hold off on giving their children smartphones until they are in middle school. CBS News' Leigh Kiniry has more.
Georgia's 5th president on Russia's influence
The fifth president of Georgia and the first female to hold the position, Salomé Zourabichvili, joins CBS News 24/7 after receiving the 2026 Mark Palmer Prize in Washington, D.C. Zourabichvili discussed Russia's influence over the region and the threat to democracy for Georgians.
Protests outside Iran's World Cup opener
Demonstrators gathered outside SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles during Iran's World Cup match with New Zealand on Monday, the first match of the tournament for Iran. The match ended in a 2-2 draw. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports from Inglewood, California.
Warsh prepares for Federal Reserve meeting
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh is set to lead his first meeting and announce what's next for the nation's interest rate. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady reports.
Expert casts doubts on U.S.-Iran deal
Iran's links to the Hezbollah militant group, which continues to fight Israel in Lebanon, could derail the U.S. deal on the table for President Trump. CBS News' Aaron MacLean joins with more insight.