Chipotle testing a robot, dubbed "Autocado," that makes guacamole
Restaurant chain said the robot can make a batch of guacamole in half the time it takes human workers.
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Chipotle Mexican Grill tries out robots that halve avocados — and prep time
Restaurant chain's push into robotics could help improve accuracy and and address complaints about skimpy orders.
Would you pay $100 for 3 peaches from a nuclear disaster zone?
London luxury hotspot Harrods says it proudly sells "the most exquisite products from around the world" - including some pricey peaches from Fukushima.
The loophole that allows food companies to decide what's safe to eat
Ultra-processed foods now make up over half of an average American adult's diet and two-thirds of an American child's.
Behold the U.S. Open's $10 million "Honey Deuce" cocktail
The U.S. Open's signature drink is a smash hit with tennis fans, and for vodka maker Grey Goose, despite its steep $23 price.
Joey Chestnut sets new world record in Netflix hot dog eating competition
Joey Chestnut ate a world record 83 hot dogs in 10 minutes on Monday, relishing another victory against rival Takeru Kobayashi.
As Boar's Head recall-linked death toll climbs, here's what to know
Deadly listeria outbreak linked to recalled Boar's Head deli meat is the largest in the U.S. in more than a decade.
The Dish: Amalfi lemon margarita
"The Dish" features a lemon-flavored cocktail with a beach vibe that will transport you to the beautiful Italian coast. The recipe is from J.M. Hirsch, editorial director at Milk Street multimedia group and author of "Freezer Door Cocktails." The ingredients you need for this recipe are blanco tequila, limoncello, coconut oil and agave or simple syrup.
The Dish: The Montague Diner
Despite the closure of many New York City diners, four friends and a talented chef have found success by reinventing the concept.
Subway joins the value meal battle with a new price on its footlongs
The deal, available through Subway's app and website for a limited time, is aimed at inflation-weary consumers.
Red Lobster closing nearly two dozen more restaurants. Here's where.
Seafood chain declared bankruptcy in May after struggling with slowing growth and mounting competition.
The Climate Election: Grocery inflation explained
$15 for a pound of coffee? Groceries have been particularly expensive lately with inflation helping drive up the cost of nutritional staples 25% since 2019. But there's a root problem with the surge in grocery costs that's attacking food right at the source. CBS Los Angeles meteorologist Marina Jurica explains what to know about the rising costs of groceries as we get closer to Election Day and what Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have planned to address it.
Meet the "father" of the Pumpkin Spice Latte
Fall officially arrived Wednesday, and with it, the flavor you just can't miss on store shelves: pumpkin spice. Michelle Miller speaks to the Starbucks employee credited for creating its infamous Pumpkin Spice Latte.
The history of America's enduring love for pumpkin spice
Pumpkin spice is a huge market in the U.S., with flavors dating back to the colonial era and a spice mix first sold in the 1930s.
60% of baby foods in study don't meet nutrition standards
Researchers analyzed 651 commercially produced infant and toddler foods across 10 different grocery chains in the U.S., finding nearly 60% failed to meet nutritional standards.
Starbucks is rolling out its pumpkin spice latte earlier than ever
The bestselling beverage is hitting Starbucks' stores two days earlier than it did in 2023. Here's why.
Here's how economists rate Kamala Harris' pledge to ban price gouging
Harris is vowing to pass the first federal ban on price gouging, a pledge that comes after grocery prices have surged 25% since 2020.
Mars strikes nearly $30 billion deal to buy Cheez-It maker Kellanova
Mars is buying food company Kellanova, giving it access to brands such as Cheez-It and Pop-Tarts.
Meet the Philly family selling mouth-watering melons for over seven decades
Carter Melons sells mouth-watering watermelons with red, yellow and orange flesh, and the business is a family operation dating back seven decades.
Happy Flour Bakery in Dallas empowers students with disabilities from inside school cafeteria
There's a new bakery in Uptown Dallas, and if you drove by you might not even know it was there.
The inside scoop behind Adirondack Creamery
This week, in our award-winning series "The Dish," CBS Mornings gets the scoop on the inspiring backstory behind the ice cream company, Adirondack Creamery, and its rising success. CBS News Correspondent Nancy Chen takes a trip to Central New York to get a taste for herself of what makes their ice cream flavors so unique.
Chipotle customers were right — some restaurants were skimping, CEO says
Chipotle CEO Brian Niccol said the company is addressing portion sizes after finding 10% of its locations were skimping.
Plant-based drinks recalled in Canada amid listeria deaths, illnesses
Citing suspected links to a listeria outbreak, Canada's health agency has issued a recall notice for 18 plant-based drinks sold under the Silk and Great Value brands.
Super spicy chips land 14 Japanese high school students in hospital
14 students from a Tokyo high school were rushed to a hospital after eating chips marketed as "so spicy that they might cause you pain."
Here's how many calories the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest winner consumed
Another year of Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest means a lot of calories consumed. Here's the breakdown.
Watch Live: Sheriff giving update on search for Savannah Guthrie's mom
Authorities believe Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy Guthrie, was taken from her home in Arizona and have been investigating her disappearance as a crime.
Ukraine and Russia carry out first prisoner exchange in 5 months
U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff calls Ukraine and Russia's exchange of 314 prisoners "tangible progress," but acknowledges a lot of work left to end the war.
A timeline of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance as search intensifies
The search for Savannah's Guthrie's mom, Nancy Guthrie, stretches into a fifth day after she disappeared over the weekend.
Minnesota activist arrested and charged with threatening ICE agents
Prosecutors allege that Kyle Wagner, 37, shared social media posts threatening ICE agents.
Bio lab found in Las Vegas is similar to California scene, officials say
Officials in Reedley, California said they had tried to warn federal authorities about the possibility of similar labs after one was found there in 2023.
What Savannah Guthrie video reveals about strategy to get mom home
In a video message, Savannah Guthrie and her siblings sought to tell their mother's possible abductor – or abductors – that they are "ready to talk."
Spokesperson says both Trump and Bondi asked Gabbard to be at FBI search
President Trump told NBC News he didn't know why Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard was at the search of the Georgia county's elections office.
Concern over safety and justice as U.S. moves 7,000 ISIS suspects to Iraq
Iraq says it's ready to put thousands of ISIS suspects transferred by the U.S. from Syria on trial. Can it really offer "fair and decisive" justice?
Dutch queen joins army as a reservist citing national security concerns
The Netherlands' Queen Maxima wants to contribute to her country's safety, the royal family says, as Europe's defense anxieties deepen.
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Spokesperson says both Trump and Bondi asked Gabbard to be at FBI search
President Trump told NBC News he didn't know why Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard was at the search of the Georgia county's elections office.
Watch Live: Sheriff giving update on search for Savannah Guthrie's mom
Authorities believe Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy Guthrie, was taken from her home in Arizona and have been investigating her disappearance as a crime.
What Savannah Guthrie video reveals about strategy to get mom home
In a video message, Savannah Guthrie and her siblings sought to tell their mother's possible abductor – or abductors – that they are "ready to talk."
U.S. and Russia agree to resume military-to-military communication
The U.S. on Thursday announced the resumption of dialogue with Russia's military, which had been suspended since 2021.
Republicans pan Democrats' demands for ICE reform as DHS funding cliff nears
Senate Republicans criticized Democrats' list of demands to rein in ICE, further reducing the odds of reaching a deal on DHS funding.
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Why now is a good time to start house-hunting
Housing affordability is improving as more homeowners list their properties, according to data from Zillow.
Criminals plot to sack Super Bowl fans for a loss with these online scams
Lawmakers are warning Americans to beware the many financial scams linked to Super Bowl LX, from fake betting sites to counterfeit tickets.
Chrysler recalls more than 450,000 vehicles whose brakes could fail
Chrysler is recalling more than 450,000 vehicles with improperly designed trailer tow modules whose trailer lights may not work and that have trailer brakes that could fail, officials say.
Minute Maid frozen juice concentrates won't be made anymore
Minute Maid's parent company, Coca-Cola, says it's ending production of its frozen juice concentrates, including orange juice.
EEOC investigating Nike over alleged discrimination against White workers
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said Nike may have engaged in "a pattern or practice of disparate treatment against White employees."
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Spokesperson says both Trump and Bondi asked Gabbard to be at FBI search
President Trump told NBC News he didn't know why Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard was at the search of the Georgia county's elections office.
U.S. and Russia agree to resume military-to-military communication
The U.S. on Thursday announced the resumption of dialogue with Russia's military, which had been suspended since 2021.
Republicans pan Democrats' demands for ICE reform as DHS funding cliff nears
Senate Republicans criticized Democrats' list of demands to rein in ICE, further reducing the odds of reaching a deal on DHS funding.
Minnesota activist arrested and charged with threatening ICE agents
Prosecutors allege that Kyle Wagner, 37, shared social media posts threatening ICE agents.
Trump "deploying all resources" to get Savannah Guthrie's mom home
President Trump said he is directing all federal law enforcement to be at the "complete disposal" of Savannah Guthrie's family as the search continues for her mother, Nancy Guthrie.
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Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
5 ways to find affordable care without health insurance
Many Americans are expected to lose ACA or Medicaid coverage in the coming months and years, but doctors and researchers say there are still ways to find affordable care.
When health insurance costs more than the mortgage
As health care costs skyrocket and federal lawmakers pull back help on ACA insurance premiums, more middle-income families are facing tough choices on health care.
Extended Interview: Mel Robbins
In this web exclusive, author and podcaster Mel Robbins talks with Norah O'Donnell about "The Let Them Theory."
Book excerpt: "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins
In her latest bestseller, the motivational speaker discusses how personal growth is only possible when you stop pouring energy into things you cannot control – which includes changing other people.
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U.S. and Russia agree to resume military-to-military communication
The U.S. on Thursday announced the resumption of dialogue with Russia's military, which had been suspended since 2021.
Concern over safety and justice as U.S. moves 7,000 ISIS suspects to Iraq
Iraq says it's ready to put thousands of ISIS suspects transferred by the U.S. from Syria on trial. Can it really offer "fair and decisive" justice?
Russia says huge meteorite chunk discovered before being smuggled to U.K.
Russia's customs service says a 2.8-ton chunk of the Aletai meteorite was found in a shipping container, labeled as a garden ornament.
Ukraine and Russia carry out first prisoner exchange in 5 months
U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff calls Ukraine and Russia's exchange of 314 prisoners "tangible progress," but acknowledges a lot of work left to end the war.
France seizes 4 tons of cocaine in Pacific, intercepts drug boat in Caribbean
France's navy seized 4.24 tons of cocaine from a ship in the south Pacific and also intercepted a boat trafficking cocaine in the Caribbean, officials said.
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LaMonte McLemore, singer and founding member of The 5th Dimension, dies at 90
The 5th Dimension had broad crossover success and won six Grammy Awards, including record of the year twice.
Ron Funches opens up about autism diagnosis
Actor and comedian Ron Funches talks to "CBS Mornings" about appearing on the reality show "The Traitors," how it led to his autism diagnosis and opening up to others about it.
2026 Super Bowl ads to look out for
Super Bowl advertisements are already making waves as companies seek a big win during the NFL's final football game of the season. Jeanine Poggi, the editor-in-chief at Ad Age, joins CBS News with more.
Susan Lucci on life after soap opera stardome
For decades, Susan Lucci starred in "All My Children." She speaks to "CBS Mornings" about her second memoir, which dives into her life after the soap opera series, the death of her husband and the resilience she found along the way.
Ransom note being investigated in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, sheriff says
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
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How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, 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.
iPhone flip to reportedly launch
Apple is reportedly getting ready to launch its first foldable phone. Plus, OpenAI announced it is retiring its older ChatGPT-4o. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News to discuss.
Tesla, Waymo execs defend self-driving cars before Senate committee
"Right now we have the Wild West. I want to see some rules of the road," said Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Watch Live: Sheriff giving update on search for Savannah Guthrie's mom
Authorities believe Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy Guthrie, was taken from her home in Arizona and have been investigating her disappearance as a crime.
Investigators return to Nancy Guthrie's home
As the search for "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy, stretches into a fifth day, investigators are looking for more clues. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez is in Tucson, Arizona, with the latest on the case.
Bio lab found in Las Vegas is similar to California scene, officials say
Officials in Reedley, California said they had tried to warn federal authorities about the possibility of similar labs after one was found there in 2023.
France seizes 4 tons of cocaine in Pacific, intercepts drug boat in Caribbean
France's navy seized 4.24 tons of cocaine from a ship in the south Pacific and also intercepted a boat trafficking cocaine in the Caribbean, officials said.
2 killed in police helicopter crash at active shooting scene in Arizona
A police helicopter crashed near the scene of what authorities in Flagstaff, Arizona called "an active officer-involved shooting investigation," according to police in Page, Arizona.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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U.S.-Russia nuclear pact expires
The nuclear arms pact between the U.S. and Russia expires on Thursday. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata explains the New START Treaty and what the end of it means.
U.S. and Iran to hold nuclear talks
The U.S. and Iran are set to hold nuclear talks in Oman on Friday after President Trump warned the country's supreme leader should be "very worried." CBS News Middle East reporter Courtney Kealy has the latest.
Trump says China agreed to buy more soybeans
President Trump touted his call with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday, saying China had agreed to purchase more U.S.-farmed soybeans in the coming months. CBS News' Lana Zak has more.
Thousands still without power in Mississippi
Thousands of people in Mississippi are still without power, two weeks after a historic winter storm swept across parts of the South. Kati Weis has the latest.
U.S., Russia agree to more high-level talks
The U.S. and Russia have agreed to reestablish high-level talks in an effort to ease tensions as President Trump seeks to end the war in Ukraine. Nancy Cordes reports.