Man posing as doctor to sell fake COVID-19 cure arrested after manhunt
Gordon Hunter Pedersen, 63, said his "structural alkaline silver" product made the virus "incapable" of infecting someone.
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U.S. rape suspect who faked own death can be extradited, court rules
The U.K. calls him Nicolas Rossi, the U.S. says he's Nicholas Alahverdian, and the suspect insists he's an orphan named Arthur Knight who's never been to the U.S.
Woman sentenced for scamming Holocaust survivor out of life savings
The Holocaust survivor sent the woman around $50,000 a month. She used it to buy a home, a boat, designer clothing and more.
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FTX founder arrested in Bahamas; Finland attracts tourists for Christmas vacation.
D.C. panel says Giuliani should be disbarred for election fraud claims
A review panel says former New York Mayor Rudolph Giuliani should be disbarred in Washington for his handling of litigation challenging the 2020 election on behalf of former President Trump.
DOJ alleges newly charged health care fraud caused $2.5 billion in losses
In one scheme, suppliers allegedly bought HIV medication from patients on the street, re-labeled bottles as legitimately acquired medicine and sold them to pharmacies for distribution.
Data stolen from thousands of pilot applicants at American, Southwest
Cybercriminals stole the personal information of more than 8,000 job seekers, including their driver's and pilot license numbers.
Father, aunt cosigned George Santos' bail
New court documents unsealed Thursday showed that the father and aunt of Rep. George Santos cosigned his $500,000 bail so that he could be released from jail after he was arrested on federal fraud charges last month.
Avoid using USPS mailboxes to mail checks, experts warn. Here's why.
Mail theft and fraud are on the rise, with thieves breaking into USPS mailboxes, stealing checks from homes and robbing mail carriers.
Man charged with killing mother in 2016 at sea dies awaiting trial
Nathan Carman, 29, was scheduled to face trial in October, years after he allegedly killed his mother during a 2016 fishing trip.
Billions in COVID relief aid stolen or wasted
A new investigation found that over $400 billion of COVID-19 relief money was stolen or wasted. Richard Lardner, an investigative reporter for the Associated Press who helped track the story, joined CBS News to discuss how fraudsters were able to do this.
Israeli PM accused of pushing legislation to help a Hollywood friend
Israel's opposition leader testified that Netanyahu twice tried to persuade him to back a law that would have given a movie mogul millions in tax breaks.
Businessman at center of Texas AG scandal charged in federal case
Nate Paul was charged with making false statements to mortgage lenders to obtain $172 million in loans.
Dave Ramsey faces $150M suit for promoting company accused of fraud
Personal finance guru received up to $30 million for promoting timeshare exit company that failed to help customers, complaint alleges.
Elizabeth Holmes begins 11-year prison sentence
Disgraced Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes reported to prison Tuesday to begin her 11-year sentence. Holmes will begin serving her sentence for defrauding investors in a Texas federal prison. Janet Shamlian reports.
Former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes starts 11-year prison sentence
The disgraced biotech CEO, once compared to Steve Jobs, is now in custody at a Texas prison.
Texas lawmakers recommend impeaching Attorney General Ken Paxton
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is facing a historic impeachment vote after years of scandal, criminal charges and corruption accusations.
5/10: America Decides
How GOP voters are responding to the cases involving Rep. George Santos, and former President Donald Trump; Secretary of State Antony Blinken faces contempt of Congress threat in Afghanistan probe.
Disgraced lawyer Alex Murdaugh faces new financial charges
The new charges focus on several financial schemes he allegedly committed over the course of years.
Santos pleads not guilty to charges
Rep. George Santos has pleaded not guilty to 13 federal charges. He says he is going back to work in Washington after being released on a $500,000 bond. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Santos backed an unemployment fraud bill. Now he's accused of it.
Santos allegedly claimed almost $25,000 in jobless aid while earning $120,000 annually, according to federal prosecutors.
Santos arraigned for fraud, money laundering
Freshman Rep. George Santos of New York was arrested Wednesday and pleaded not guilty to 13 federal counts of fraud, money laundering and other charges in a Long Island courtroom. Prosecutors allege that Santos solicited funds from donors who believed they were contributing to his campaign, but instead spent the money on personal expenses. Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest.
Former federal prosecutor on Santos charges
Rep. George Santos, of New York, was facing a federal judge Wednesday afternoon after being charged with fraud, money laundering and other crimes. Brian Jacobs, a former federal prosecutor and partner at Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello PC, joins CBS News' Lana Zak and Errol Barnett to discuss what to expect from the case.
Rep. George Santos pleads not guilty
GOP Rep. George Santos, of New York, pleaded not guilty at his arraignment Wednesday and was ordered to be released on a $500,000 bond. He was charged with fraud, money laundering and other crimes, according to an indictment. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane explains what happens next.
How to avoid this common social media shopping scam
People buy things on social media apps that either don't show up at all or are not what they ordered.
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U.S. carrier in Iran war set to leave in days as official reveals conflict's cost
The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier is expected to leave the Middle East in the coming days, a U.S. official confirmed to CBS News.
Secret Service officer shot at gala was not hit by friendly fire, sources say
Federal investigators have also determined that the suspected gunman, 31-year-old Cole Allen, fired his shotgun, the sources said.
Supreme Court weakens Voting Rights Act, voiding Louisiana congressional map
The Supreme Court rule 6-3 in a decision that has implications for the scope of the landmark Voting Rights Act.
King Charles III, Queen Camilla visit New York City
As part of his four-day trip to the U.S. to commemorate America's 250th birthday, King Charles III took part in a series of events in New York City.
Trump says U.S. may cut the number of American troops in Germany
President Trump said Wednesday he is considering reducing the number of U.S. forces in Germany, amid a spat with Germany's chancellor and the NATO alliance over Iran.
Elon Musk tells court he was a "fool" for funding OpenAI
Elon Musk alleges that OpenAI reneged on a promise to operate as a nonprofit dedicated to human progress.
Trump speaks with Putin on Ukraine, Iran
President Trump said he and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke Wednesday about Ukraine and Iran.
Comey appears in court after his indictment for allegedly threatening Trump
Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted Tuesday for allegedly making threats against President Trump.
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How a company likened to a sex cult is lobbying Trump for pardons
OneTaste, a company in San Francisco that prosecutors likened to a sex cult, has embarked on a campaign to court allies of President Trump as it seeks pardons for its two convicted leaders, CBS News has learned.
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OpenAI sued by families of school shooting victims in Canada's Tumbler Ridge
Several families of victims of a mass shooting in Canada are suing OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman, alleging the company's generative AI chatbot, ChatGPT, played a role in the February shooting.
U.S. charges 10 Mexican officials, including Sinaloa governor, with drug trafficking
The U.S. government has charged the governor of Mexico's Sinaloa state and nine other current and former Mexican officials with drug trafficking and weapons offenses in a federal indictment.
Elon Musk tells court he was a "fool" for funding OpenAI
Elon Musk alleges that OpenAI reneged on a promise to operate as a nonprofit dedicated to human progress.
Ford to receive $1.3 billion government refund for Trump's IEEPA tariffs
Detroit automaker expects big financial boost from refund of tariffs struck down earlier this year by the Supreme Court.
Secret Service officer shot at gala was not hit by friendly fire, sources say
Federal investigators have also determined that the suspected gunman, 31-year-old Cole Allen, fired his shotgun, the sources said.
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Elon Musk tells court he was a "fool" for funding OpenAI
Elon Musk alleges that OpenAI reneged on a promise to operate as a nonprofit dedicated to human progress.
Ford to receive $1.3 billion government refund for Trump's IEEPA tariffs
Detroit automaker expects big financial boost from refund of tariffs struck down earlier this year by the Supreme Court.
Talks to bail out Spirit Airlines stall as company teeters toward collapse
Spirit Airlines only has enough available cash to continue operations for a matter of days, not weeks, and talks for a government-backed rescue of the no-frills carrier have stalled, sources say.
Powell to stay on Federal Reserve board as policy makers hold rates steady
Fed chief Jerome Powell said he will remain as a governor on the central bank's board after his term as chair ends on May 15.
TSA PreCheck offers discount to younger travelers. Here's what to know.
TSA is trying to encourage young travelers to enroll in its PreCheck program before summer travel kicks off.
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U.S. charges 10 Mexican officials, including Sinaloa governor, with drug trafficking
The U.S. government has charged the governor of Mexico's Sinaloa state and nine other current and former Mexican officials with drug trafficking and weapons offenses in a federal indictment.
Trump says U.S. may cut the number of American troops in Germany
President Trump said Wednesday he is considering reducing the number of U.S. forces in Germany, amid a spat with Germany's chancellor and the NATO alliance over Iran.
Secret Service officer shot at gala was not hit by friendly fire, sources say
Federal investigators have also determined that the suspected gunman, 31-year-old Cole Allen, fired his shotgun, the sources said.
Talks to bail out Spirit Airlines stall as company teeters toward collapse
Spirit Airlines only has enough available cash to continue operations for a matter of days, not weeks, and talks for a government-backed rescue of the no-frills carrier have stalled, sources say.
Trump speaks with Putin on Ukraine, Iran
President Trump said he and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke Wednesday about Ukraine and Iran.
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Beyond crisis lines: How broader suicide prevention helps people in need
A new approach to suicide prevention shifts the focus from stopping harm in moments of crisis to upstream policies that give people reasons to live.
Big companies position themselves for payday from $50B federal rural health fund
A $50 billion federal fund is supposed to modernize rural healthcare. But community clinics and advocates fear that the contractors administering the money for states will bite off a big chunk before it reaches patients.
A 13-year-old's kidney was failing. Then a stranger stepped in.
Tim Fitzpatrick, a father of a chronically ill child, saw the story of a boy in need of a new kidney and felt compelled to help.
Ben Sasse is on extended time. He credits "providence, prayer and a miracle drug."
The former U.S. senator from Nebraska opened up about his terminal diagnosis, his family and the state of American politics in a "Things That Matter" town hall.
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Johnson & Johnson to launch on TrumpRx with 4 of its prescription drugs
Drug-making giant Johnson & Johnson will officially start marketing four of its medications on the Trump administration's TrumpRx website on Friday, CBS News exclusively learned.
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U.S. charges 10 Mexican officials, including Sinaloa governor, with drug trafficking
The U.S. government has charged the governor of Mexico's Sinaloa state and nine other current and former Mexican officials with drug trafficking and weapons offenses in a federal indictment.
Trump says U.S. may cut the number of American troops in Germany
President Trump said Wednesday he is considering reducing the number of U.S. forces in Germany, amid a spat with Germany's chancellor and the NATO alliance over Iran.
How Ukraine's demining robots could help U.S. open the Strait of Hormuz
Ukraine has perfected demining techniques in the Black Sea over four years of war against Russia.
Robot exploring France's deepest shipwreck finds cannons, ceramics
An army survey of the seabed uncovered the 16th-century merchant ship by chance in waters off the coast of France.
From a brooch to the queen's iPod: A history of gifts between U.S. and U.K.
King Charles surprised President Trump with the bell from the HMS Trump, a World War II-era British submarine, during this week's visit.
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Wilmer Valderrama on his 200th "NCIS" episode
As "NCIS" nears the highly-anticipated finale of season 23, it will also be star Wilmer Valderama's 200th episode on the show. He reflects on his time on the series and reveals the season finale will have "a lot of danger," adding, "we're setting a crazy tone for next season."
Reshaping the conversation about aging
Constance Zimmer, who co-hosts the podcast "Talk 50 to Me," talks about reframing the conversation among women about aging. The podcast features interviews with women in their 50s, talking about the realities of midlife.
FCC orders review of ABC broadcast licenses
The FCC has ordered an early review of the broadcast licenses for eight local stations owned by ABC. The move comes after President Trump and first lady Melania Trump demanded ABC fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. Ed O'Keefe reports.
FCC reviewing ABC licenses amid Kimmel feud
The Federal Communications Commission says it wants the Walt Disney Company to file for early license renewal for its television stations. The announcement comes one day after President Trump and the first lady called on ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe joins with analysis.
FCC reviewing Disney licenses over DEI practices
One day after President Trump called on ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, the FCC said it will begin reviewing eight broadcasting licenses owned or managed by Disney due to the company's diversity policies. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
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Tech companies post earnings amid bubble concerns
Four of the biggest tech companies reported earnings after the closing bell on Wednesday. Adam Levine, senior tech writer for Barron's, joins CBS News to discuss.
Elon Musk tells court he was a "fool" for funding OpenAI
Elon Musk alleges that OpenAI reneged on a promise to operate as a nonprofit dedicated to human progress.
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.
Comparing popular smartwatches right now
Smartwatches can measure everything from heart rate to step count, but which features are most accurate and are worth using? Vanessa Hand Orellana, CNET's lead wearable tech reporter, joins CBS News to discuss.
Musk testifies for 2nd day in OpenAI trial
Elon Musk testified for a second day on Wednesday in a trial that's pitting two tech titans against each other. Paresh Dave, senior writer at Wired, joins CBS News to discuss.
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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.
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.
From 1990: NASA launches Hubble Telescope
On April 24, 1990, NASA launched the Hubble Space Telescope from the Space Shuttle Discovery after seven years of delays. Watch CBS News' coverage from that day.
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Prosecutors allege D4vd killed teen to silence her
Prosecutors on Wednesday alleged singer D4vd killed Celeste Rivas Hernandez to silence her "before she ruined his music career." CBS News Los Angeles reporter Hunter Sowards has the latest.
Nick Reiner appears in court
Nick Reiner appeared in a Los Angeles courtroom on Wednesday, several weeks after pleading not guilty in the grisly death of his famous parents, Rob and Michelle Reiner. Carter Evans has more details.
New evidence released in D.C. shooting
Cole Allen, the man accused of trying to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday, took a mirror selfie, allegedly gearing up for battle, officials said. Matt Gutman reports.
James Comey makes court appearance
Former FBI Director James Comey made his first court appearance in Virginia on Wednesday, charged with threatening President Trump. A grand jury indicted Comey yesterday over a social media post he made last year. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has more.
DOJ releases new images of D.C. shooting suspect
Federal prosecutors have released new evidence in their case against the man accused of trying to assassinate President Trump at Saturday's White House Correspondents' Dinner. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
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SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket carrying powerful satellite
SpaceX's most powerful operational rocket boosted a high-speed ViaSat internet data relay satellite into space to complete a globe-spanning constellation.
Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
The launching appeared to go off without a hitch, but a problem prevented the rocket's upper stage from putting its payload into the correct orbit.
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
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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?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Breaking down Louisiana voting rights case
The Supreme Court handed down a ruling on Wednesday, weakening the Voting Rights Act. The case was about a Louisiana congressional map that added a second majority-Black district to the state. In a three-to-six decision, the court said the new map constituted racial gerrymandering. CBS News' Jessica Levinson and David Becker break down the ruling and Rep. Troy Carter of Louisiana shares his reaction.
Prosecutors allege D4vd killed teen to silence her
Prosecutors on Wednesday alleged singer D4vd killed Celeste Rivas Hernandez to silence her "before she ruined his music career." CBS News Los Angeles reporter Hunter Sowards has the latest.
Coast Guard commandant on power outages
Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Kevin Lunday told CBS News' Nicole Sganga that several Coast Guard stations across the country recently lost power, water or gas. Service has been restored, but he warns more outages could happen as the DHS shutdown continues.
Immigration applicants to face stricter security checks: Docs
According to internal government documents obtained by CBS News, the Trump administration is ordering enhanced security checks for broad categories of immigrants applying for various legal immigration benefits. CBS News immigration correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Tech companies post earnings amid bubble concerns
Four of the biggest tech companies reported earnings after the closing bell on Wednesday. Adam Levine, senior tech writer for Barron's, joins CBS News to discuss.