Big tech CEOs testify before Congress
The leaders of Google, Amazon, Apple and Facebook testified before Congress and were confronted with charges of stifling competition and political bias. Nancy Cordes has the latest from Capitol Hill.
Tech giants on the trail of COVID-19
Contact tracing – being able to trace everyone with whom a contagious person has been in touch – is a fundamental part of managing infectious diseases. David Pogue reports on a historic new collaboration between two rival tech giants, Apple and Google, to develop a means by which smartphones will allow us to receive anonymous notifications when we've been exposed.
Apple and Google team up to trace coronavirus cases
In a display of unity amongst competitors during hard times, tech giants Apple and Google are teaming up to help fight the coronavirus. The companies are working to produce a software that would tell users if they've been near an infected person, a process known as "contact tracing."
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President Trump begins three day trip to the UK; World War II veterans tour Omaha Beach.
Google, YouTube to prohibit ads on content denying climate change
Users will not be able to monetize content that "contradicts well-established scientific consensus around the existence and causes of climate change" or use it in advertisements.
The new office return date at Capital One? Try 2022
As COVID-19 persists, Capital One is the latest major U.S. company to push its return-to-office date back to 2022.
Google helping users of its offerings shrink their carbon footprints
The company says it's tweaking widely used tools for picking driving routes and flights, shopping and more to enable users factor climate change into choices they make.
Apple, Google plan COVID-19 contact tracker
The CEOs of Apple and Google are joining forces in a combined effort to combat the coronavirus. The Silicon Valley giants are each planning on rolling out technology on their operating systems in May that can notify someone if they’ve been in contact with a person who has tested positive for COVID-19. Wired Editor-in-Chief Nick Thompson joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to explain the new technology and how people can use it to keep themselves safe.
Google X is the top-secret lab where the company strives for world-changing innovation. It's been completely off limits to journalists until now
Google X is the top-secret lab where the company strives for world-changing innovation. It's been completely off limits to journalists until now. Fast Company editor-at-large Jon Gertner joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" for a conversation about the secretive lab, as featured in the magazine.
Library drones in VA town get books to kids
It's normal for kids to be encouraged to read during the summer months away from school, but with many libraries closed, some have lost access to the free books that make reading possible. Kris Van Cleave looks at a small Virginia community that developed a workaround with the help of "Wing," a drone delivery company launched by Google's parent company.
A Google executive revealed that the company will soon launch a new wireless Internet service
A Google executive revealed that the company will soon launch a new wireless Internet service. This could shake up the entire industry and force down data prices. The New Yorker magazine's website editor Nicholas Thompson joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to tell us more.
Russia threatens Apple and Google with fines over Navalny team's app
Vladimir Putin, whose own lack of tech savvy was on full display this week, is trying to silence dissent by pressuring Western tech platforms, and the fines are already piling up.
Biden teams up with private sector on cybersecurity
President Biden is calling on the private sector to help bolster U.S. cybersecurity. He hosted leaders in tech, finance, education and infrastructure for a summit at the White House Wednesday. Maurice Turner, a cybersecurity fellow for the Alliance for Securing Democracy, joins CBSN's Lana Zak with more on the resulting commitments and initiatives.
Google, IBM execs unveil cybersecurity commitments at White House
Officials from Google, Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, IBM and ADP went to the White House on Wednesday.
Google founder gets New Zealand residency under special visa
"Investor Plus" visa lets new residents "bring your car, boat and household items to New Zealand, free of customs charges."
Employers losing patience with unvaccinated workers
There's "anger and frustration" toward vaccine holdouts, said one business owner seeking jab mandates for workers and customers
U.S. economy reaches pre-pandemic levels
The Labor Department says 400,000 Americans filed first-time unemployment claims last week, down 24,000 from the previous week. And the Commerce Department reports the nation's gross domestic product has reached pre-pandemic levels. Michelle Meyer, head U.S. economist for Bank of America Securities, joins CBSN to discuss the U.S. economic recovery.
How COVID misinformation spreads online
A new report claims almost four-fifths of COVID misinformation on Facebook is spread by just 12 accounts, and a group of protesters laid body bags in front of the entrance of the company's Washington, D.C. offices Wednesday and held signs that said "Disinformation kills." Washington Post tech reporter Gerrit De Vynck joins "CBSN AM" to talk about his reporting on the issue.
From Apple to Indeed, COVID variants delay return to office
Some employers are moving their return-to-office dates to January 2022, citing the rise of new strains of the virus.
Major internet outage impacts major websites
A major internet outage took down more than 20,000 websites, including Google, Amazon, banks and airlines. Mola Lenghi reports.
Trump's case vs. Facebook, Twitter, YouTube
Former President Donald Trump is suing Facebook, Twitter and YouTube over his suspended accounts. He claims the bans are a form of censorship and violate his free speech rights. Axios media reporter Sara Fischer joined "CBSN AM" with what scholars and those who study the law are saying about the strength and intent of these lawsuits.
Google accused of violating antitrust laws in new lawsuit
Google is currently facing three other federal antitrust lawsuits, including one from the Justice Department.
At least 10 FBI staffers who worked on Mar-a-Lago case have been fired, sources say
They all worked on former Special Counsel Jack Smith's investigation into President Trump's retention of classified records.
Can the U.S. and Iran reach a nuclear deal to avert a war?
Trump says he won't let Iran to build a nuclear weapon, and Iran says it doesn't intend to, but as talks resume, experts see war as more likely than a deal.
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Senator seeks DEA info on "incredibly disturbing" Epstein drug investigation
Federal drug enforcement investigators targeted Jeffrey Epstein and 14 others in a yearslong probe first reported by CBS News.
Instagram to alert parents when teens search for info on suicide
Starting next week, parents will get an alert if their teen repeatedly searches for certain terms related to self-harm or suicide in a short time span.
Hillary Clinton to appear for Epstein deposition before House panel today
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is set to meet with the House Oversight Committee on Thursday in New York.
Cuba says speedboat from Florida was carrying weapons for "terrorist purposes"
Cuba's Interior Ministry said Wednesday night that the boat was carrying 10 people armed with assault rifles, handguns and Molotov cocktails.
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ICE arrested 261 DACA recipients over 10 months last year, document shows
Federal immigration agents arrested 261 DACA recipients during the first 10 months of the second Trump administration, according to statistics shared with Congress.
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Bipartisan bill aims to block big investors from buying single-family homes
A bipartisan Senate duo is teaming up on legislation that would ban large investment firms from snapping up single-family homes, a measure they say is aimed at the country's housing affordability crunch.
U.S. women's hockey star reiterates team missed SOTU over logistical challenges
"I know, like, later on, there'll be a full invite for all Team USA athletes to go to the White House like there has been in the past," decorated U.S. women's hockey veteran Kelly Pannek told CBS News.
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Instagram to alert parents when teens search for info on suicide
Starting next week, parents will get an alert if their teen repeatedly searches for certain terms related to self-harm or suicide in a short time span.
Toucan seen flying around Las Vegas for months is rescued
The toucan has been living in Las Vegas since November, much to the concern of bird experts who were worried about the exotic bird's health and ability to survive.
Hillary Clinton to appear for Epstein deposition before House panel today
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is set to meet with the House Oversight Committee on Thursday in New York.
Ex-Air Force pilot who allegedly trained Chinese military pilots arrested
Former Air Force fighter pilot Gerald Brown, who allegedly trained Chinese military personnel without authorization, has been arrested, the Justice Department says.
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Bipartisan bill aims to block big investors from buying single-family homes
A bipartisan Senate duo is teaming up on legislation that would ban large investment firms from snapping up single-family homes, a measure they say is aimed at the country's housing affordability crunch.
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Instagram to alert parents when teens search for info on suicide
Starting next week, parents will get an alert if their teen repeatedly searches for certain terms related to self-harm or suicide in a short time span.
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Bipartisan bill aims to block big investors from buying single-family homes
A bipartisan Senate duo is teaming up on legislation that would ban large investment firms from snapping up single-family homes, a measure they say is aimed at the country's housing affordability crunch.
What's behind the Anthropic-Pentagon feud
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave the AI company Anthropic an ultimatum about the military's use of its technology, known as Claude.
Kalshi fines and suspends MrBeast employee for insider trading
The prediction market said it suspended Artem Kaptur, an employee of the popular YouTuber MrBeast, for insider trading.
Will banning big home investors lower prices? Experts are skeptical.
The president reiterated a plan to ban big investors from buying single-family homes, but some experts say bigger remedies are needed.
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Can the U.S. and Iran reach a nuclear deal to avert a war?
Trump says he won't let Iran to build a nuclear weapon, and Iran says it doesn't intend to, but as talks resume, experts see war as more likely than a deal.
Hillary Clinton to appear for Epstein deposition before House panel today
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is set to meet with the House Oversight Committee on Thursday in New York.
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Bipartisan bill aims to block big investors from buying single-family homes
A bipartisan Senate duo is teaming up on legislation that would ban large investment firms from snapping up single-family homes, a measure they say is aimed at the country's housing affordability crunch.
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Senator seeks DEA info on "incredibly disturbing" Epstein drug investigation
Federal drug enforcement investigators targeted Jeffrey Epstein and 14 others in a yearslong probe first reported by CBS News.
Maduro's lawyer says U.S. blocking Venezuelan government from paying his legal fees
The lawyer for Nicolas Maduro says the U.S. is blocking Venezuela's government from paying for the cost of his legal defense against drug trafficking charges.
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Health premiums threaten their nest egg. A terminal diagnosis may spare it.
Chaz and Jean Franklin were facing a sevenfold increase in their health premium payments with the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans. Then Jean received a crushing diagnosis.
Could "kidulting" be the way to take the work out of your workout?
A British gym chain is offering classes in "kidulting," luring adults into fitness with classes built around playground and PE class classics.
Novo Nordisk to slash Wegovy and Ozempic prices starting in 2027
Starting in 2027, the Danish pharma firm will sell its weight-loss and diabetes drugs for $675 per month.
As more Americans embrace anxiety treatment, RFK Jr. derides medications
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has criticized the broadening use of anxiety medications, but doctors and researchers say the MAHA movement is misrepresenting drugs that have been proven to help.
How safe is America from polio?
After decades of American children routinely receiving polio vaccines, the virus that had doomed many to paralysis was nearly eliminated in the United States. But vaccine avoidance today may allow the crippling disease to return.
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Can the U.S. and Iran reach a nuclear deal to avert a war?
Trump says he won't let Iran to build a nuclear weapon, and Iran says it doesn't intend to, but as talks resume, experts see war as more likely than a deal.
Ex-Air Force pilot who allegedly trained Chinese military pilots arrested
Former Air Force fighter pilot Gerald Brown, who allegedly trained Chinese military personnel without authorization, has been arrested, the Justice Department says.
Maduro's lawyer says U.S. blocking Venezuelan government from paying his legal fees
The lawyer for Nicolas Maduro says the U.S. is blocking Venezuela's government from paying for the cost of his legal defense against drug trafficking charges.
Cuba says speedboat from Florida was carrying weapons for "terrorist purposes"
Cuba's Interior Ministry said Wednesday night that the boat was carrying 10 people armed with assault rifles, handguns and Molotov cocktails.
German police arrest suspect in American woman's 1994 murder
The body of 24-year-old tourist Amy Lopez was found by children in 1994 near the historic Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, located on the Rhine river.
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Deon Cole on NAACP Image Awards
Actor and comedian Deon Cole is back to host the NAACP Image Awards. Cole joins CBS News with more on what to expect.
First look at "Survivor 50"
"Survivor" returns Wednesday for its 50th season, featuring fan-favorite contestants over the past 25 years. "CBS Mornings" has a preview of the historic season.
Martin Short grieves death of his daughter
Actor and comedian Martin Short has postponed upcoming dates of his comedy tour with longtime friend Steve Martin as he grieves the sudden death of his 42-year-old daughter, Katherine. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees revealed
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced 17 nominees for its class of 2026, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Iron Maiden and Luther Vandross. The new members will be revealed in April.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame unveils "diverse list" of 2026 nominees
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
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Instagram to alert parents when teens search for info on suicide
Starting next week, parents will get an alert if their teen repeatedly searches for certain terms related to self-harm or suicide in a short time span.
iPhone feature helps save skiers after avalanche
When a deadly avalanche struck outside Lake Tahoe, California, an iPhone feature allowed the surviving skiers to get the help they needed. Tim Werth, tech editor at Mashable, joins CBS News to explain.
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.
What's behind the Anthropic-Pentagon feud
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave the AI company Anthropic an ultimatum about the military's use of its technology, known as Claude.
Anthropic narrows AI safety pledge
Anthropic, the maker of the chatbot Claude, is narrowing its signature pledge on artificial intelligence safety. The abrupt changes come amid a tense standoff between the company and the Pentagon over the use of its AI model. New York Times reporter Sheera Frenkel joins to discuss.
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What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
Impact of climate change on Winter Olympics
The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.
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Hillary Clinton testifying on Epstein files
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is taking questions behind closed doors before members of the House Oversight Committee related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Ex-Air Force pilot who allegedly trained Chinese military pilots arrested
Former Air Force fighter pilot Gerald Brown, who allegedly trained Chinese military personnel without authorization, has been arrested, the Justice Department says.
Inside the Kouri Richins Trial | "48 Hours" Podcast
Grief children's book author Kouri Richins is on trial in Utah, accused of fatally poisoning her husband, Eric Richins, with a fentanyl-laced Moscow mule in 2022. Prosecutors say she killed him for financial gain, while also engaging in an extramarital affair. The defense argues his death was an accidental overdose. In a special episode, "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales speaks with CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman about the key evidence, the prosecution's motive theory, and what to watch as the Utah murder trial unfolds.
Colin Gray jury hears interrogation recording
The trial of the father of the accused Apalachee High School shooter resumed in Georgia on Wednesday. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry reports.
German police arrest suspect in American woman's 1994 murder
The body of 24-year-old tourist Amy Lopez was found by children in 1994 near the historic Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, located on the Rhine river.
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NASA rolls Artemis II back for repairs
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
Artemis II moon rocket hauled off launch pad for repairs
Fixing the Space Launch System rocket's helium pressurization problem has pushed the Artemis II launch to at least April 1.
Mike Fincke reveals he was the astronaut who had medical issue on the ISS
NASA astronaut Mike Fincke said he was the crew member whose medical issue required a group of space station fliers to return to Earth earlier than planned last month.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
NASA to start slow-moving process returning moon rocket to hangar this week
The space agency said Sunday it's targeting Tuesday for the slow, four-mile trek across Kennedy Space Center, weather permitting.
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Hillary Clinton testifying on Epstein files
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is taking questions behind closed doors before members of the House Oversight Committee related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Latest on U.S. talks with Iran
A new round of talks is underway between the U.S. and Iran. President Trump is trying to push Iran into signing a deal to give up its nuclear program. Iran has threatened retaliation for any potential new strikes. Charlie D'Agata has more.
4 killed on speedboat after opening fire
Cuban officials say four people were killed off the coast of Cuba after opening fire on Cuban Border Patrol from a speedboat. Several other people were arrested. Officials say everyone on the speedboat were Cuban nationals living in the U.S. Nancy Cordes reports.
New questions over missing Epstein files
The top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee is accusing the DOJ of withholding documents related to allegations by a woman he says is an Epstein survivor who accused President Trump of sexual misconduct. Mr. Trump has denied any wrongdoing and has not been charged. Meanwhile, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is set to give a deposition Thursday related to Epstein.
Eye Opener: New fallout from Epstein files
There is new fallout from the Epstein files, with prominent figures under scrutiny and questions about missing documents. Plus, tensions build in the Caribbean after Cuba says it killed four people aboard a speedboat that came from Florida and entered Cuba's territorial waters. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.