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European markets drop after Truss' resignation
European markets have been taking direct hits following the resignation of British Prime Minister Liz Truss. The continent was already facing record-high inflation and interest rate hikes, similar to the U.S. Akin Oyedele, investing deputy editor at Business Insider, joined CBS News' Catherine Herridge to discuss.
U.K. politicians call for investigation into Liz Truss phone hack claim
The British government said Sunday that it has "robust systems in place to protect against cyber threats."
U.K. inflation soars as food prices jump
U.K. inflation soared above 10% for the second time this year. The increase is largely driven by rising food prices. It comes as U.K. Prime Minister Liz Truss faces opposition over her failed economic agenda. Adam Posen, president of the Peterson Institute for International Economics, joins CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss.
Global concern rises following Truss' resignation
U.K. Prime Minister Liz Truss resigned as the British government and economy are in turmoil. Now there are some concerns about the lingering effects of the country's instability on the world stage. Robert Holleyman, former U.S. deputy trade representative, joins CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss.
Rishi Sunak to be U.K.'s new prime minister
Former finance minister Rishi Sunak will be the next prime minister of Great Britain following the resignation of Liz Truss. Gillian Tett, editorial board chair and editor at large in the U.S. for the Financial Times, joins CBS News' John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss the challenges for the new Conservative Party leader.
Rishi Sunak to become U.K. prime minister
Rishi Sunak will become the U.K.'s first prime minister of color and, at 42 years old, the youngest British leader in more than 200 years. He's Britain's fifth leader in roughly six years and the third in 2022 alone. Imtiaz Tyab has the story.
Jon Sopel on Liz Truss' resignation
British Prime Minister Liz Truss resigned following a tumultuous 45 days in office. British journalist and former BBC correspondent Jon Sopel joins "CBS Mornings" to break down the next steps to find her replacement.
Fears of a recession loom in the U.S.
Economic turmoil came to a head in the U.K. during former Prime Minister Liz Truss' tumultuous six-week term, while economists in the U.S. now debate if the nation's economy is at the beginning of or will soon see a recession. CBS News' Tony Dokoupil and Lilia Luciano are joined by domestic policy and politics reporter Joseph Zeballos-Roig at online newsletter Semafor to discuss what the economic troubles could mean for both country's leaders.
Rishi Sunak to become U.K.'s next prime minister
The United Kingdom will have a new prime minister for the third time in less than two months. Former finance minister Rishi Sunak will take over for Liz Truss, becoming the first prime minister of color in British history. Wall Street Journal report Paul Hannon joins CBS News to discuss more.
Rishi Sunak to make history as U.K. leader
Former U.K. finance minister Rishi Sunak is set to become the country's next prime minister. Sunak after winning a leadership vote for the Conservative Party. The decision comes just four days after Liz Truss announced she's resigning after just six weeks in office. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has the latest from London.
Rishi Sunak will be next U.K. prime minister
Rishi Sunak won the Conservative Party leadership vote and will become the U.K.'s next prime minister, replacing Liz Truss. CBS News correspondent Elaine Cobbe joins anchors Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green from London with the latest.
Ex-British PM Boris Johnson drops out of leadership race
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced this week that he is taking his name out of the running to be next leader of the Conservative Party. Former Finance Minister Rishi Sunak is now thought to be the leading contender for next Prime Minister.
Boris Johnson pulls out of U.K. prime minister race
Liz Truss announced last week that she would resign after just 45 days in office.
The search for a new U.K. prime minister
Following Liz Truss' resignation, the U.K. is once again searching for a new prime minister. This comes as Britain faces soaring inflation and a potential energy crisis this winter. Axios chief economics reporter Neil Irwin joins CBS News' Tony Dokoupil and Elaine Quijano with the latest.
What led to Liz Truss becoming prime minister
There have been four U.K. prime ministers in the last 12 years as Conservatives struggle to deal with the fallout of Brexit and economic crises. CBS News anchor Anne-Marie Green lays out the timeline of what led to Liz Truss' resignation and the process to replace her.
U.K. PM's ouster sparks search for new leader
British Prime Minister Liz Truss announced she is stepping down after just six weeks in office. Truss announced her resignation Thursday after her policies triggered significant turmoil for the U.K.'s financial markets and backlash from her fellow Conservative Party members. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has more, and Politico Europe's U.K. editor Jack Blanchard joined CBS News to discuss the prime minister's resignation.
U.K. prime minister resigns after 6 weeks
Prime Minister Liz Truss announced her resignation just 44 days after Queen Elizabeth II apppointed her. The change comes as the U.K. struggles with inflation over 10%, and at a 40-year high. Ramy Inocencio has more.
U.K. PM's exit follows economic plan's failure
Gillian Tett, editorial board chair and editor at large in the U.S. for the Financial Times, joined CBS News to discuss U.K. Prime Minister Liz Truss' announcement that she's resigning.
How will new U.K. PM affect markets?
U.K. Prime Minister Liz Truss announced her resignation Thursday amid economic turmoil in the country. Greg Swenson, founding partner of the British investment bank Brigg Macadam, discussed what he thinks the British economy could look like with a new prime minister.
Liz Truss resigns as U.K. prime minister: What happens next?
Liz Truss became the United Kingdom's shortest-serving prime minister on Thursday. Now the country needs a new leader.
Liz Truss resigning as U.K. prime minister
Truss faced a fast-mounting rebellion just weeks into her tenure, with a senior member of her own party declaring he'd "had enough of talentless people."
U.K. prime minister resigning amid turmoil
After less than two months on the job, U.K. Prime Minister Liz Truss is stepping down. She made a brief statement announcing her resignation Thursday. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio discussed the breaking news from London with Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green.
U.K. prime minister resigning
Liz Truss announced Thursday she is resigning as U.K. prime minister after members of her own party called for her to step down. This comes less than two months into her tenure. Ramy Inocencio reports.
UK prime minister faces pressure to resign
U.K. Prime Minister Liz Truss faced British parliament Wednesday as criticism grows over her economic agenda amid record inflation. CBS News’ Nikki Battiste and Lana Zak speak with foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio on whether Truss’ days are numbered.
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Gas price rises as Trump mulls dropping bid to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Trump indicates he could abandon efforts to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as the war pushes U.S. gas prices over the $4 mark.
Supreme Court rules against Colorado law banning conversion therapy
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Colorado counselor who challenged a law banning conversion therapy for minors, ruling that lower courts failed to apply "sufficiently rigorous First Amendment scrutiny."
Pete Hegseth says "upcoming days will be decisive" in war against Iran
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine held a news conference at the Pentagon as gas prices in the U.S. continued to climb amid the ongoing war with Iran.
Trump says allies must "come in and take care of" Strait of Hormuz
President Trump told CBS News that he is not ready "quite yet" to abandon efforts to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid the Iran war, despite a Truth Social post suggesting allies need to do it themselves.
Tiger Woods was "sweating profusely" after car crash, arrest report says
Tiger Woods was arrested last week in Florida and charged with driving under the influence after a vehicle crash.
King Charles set for state visit to U.S. in late April
The visit "will celebrate the historic connections and the modern bilateral relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States," Buckingham Palace says.
Supreme Court to weigh Trump's bid to end birthright citizenship
The Supreme Court will consider the legality of President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
Countdown begins for long-awaited Artemis II moon mission
Countdown clocks began ticking Monday, setting the stage for launch of the Artemis II moon mission early Wednesday evening.
CBS News gas and oil price tracker shows how much energy costs are rising
As the war with Iran continues, CBS News is tracking gas and oil prices. Find out how much more it costs to fill up your tank or heat your house.
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Tiger Woods was "sweating profusely" after car crash, arrest report says
Tiger Woods was arrested last week in Florida and charged with driving under the influence after a vehicle crash.
Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump 2020 probe sue Patel, Bondi over their firing
The three former agents were seasoned investigators who primarily handled public corruption investigations and were assigned to special counsel Jack Smith's team.
Supreme Court rules against Colorado ban on conversion therapy
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Colorado counselor who challenged a law banning conversion therapy for minors, ruling that lower courts failed to apply "sufficiently rigorous First Amendment scrutiny."
King Charles set for state visit to U.S. in late April
The visit "will celebrate the historic connections and the modern bilateral relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States," Buckingham Palace says.
Pete Hegseth says "upcoming days will be decisive" in war against Iran
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine held a news conference at the Pentagon as gas prices in the U.S. continued to climb amid the ongoing war with Iran.
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JPMorgan Chase rolls out new effort to expand economic opportunity
The bank plans to lend $80 billion to small businesses over the next 10 years as part of what it's calling the "American Dream Initiative."
Gas in U.S. hits $4 a gallon for first time since August 2022
The average price of gas across the U.S. last reached $4 after Russia's invasion of Ukraine sent crude oil prices surging.
JetBlue raises checked bag fees as fuel costs climb amid Iran war
JetBlue is hiking bag check fees as airlines face higher jet fuel costs related to the Iran war, making flying more expensive.
Online sports betting linked to rising delinquency rates, report finds
A study from the New York Fed found that delinquency rates increased faster in states where online sports betting is legal.
Fed's Powell tells students not to despair despite tough job market
In a Monday speech, Powell also touched on the impact of the Iran war, saying that longer-term inflation expectations remain in check.
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Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump 2020 probe sue Patel, Bondi over their firing
The three former agents were seasoned investigators who primarily handled public corruption investigations and were assigned to special counsel Jack Smith's team.
Supreme Court rules against Colorado ban on conversion therapy
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Colorado counselor who challenged a law banning conversion therapy for minors, ruling that lower courts failed to apply "sufficiently rigorous First Amendment scrutiny."
Trump says allies must "come in and take care of" Strait of Hormuz
President Trump told CBS News that he is not ready "quite yet" to abandon efforts to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid the Iran war, despite a Truth Social post suggesting allies need to do it themselves.
Pete Hegseth says "upcoming days will be decisive" in war against Iran
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine held a news conference at the Pentagon as gas prices in the U.S. continued to climb amid the ongoing war with Iran.
Charlie Kirk's accused assassin's lawyers question bullet-rifle link
Lawyers for the man charged with killing Charlie Kirk are citing a federal agency's report in questioning the link between a bullet from his autopsy and a rifle found near the scene.
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States pay contractors millions to comply with Trump law to cut Medicaid rolls
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
Hockey player diagnosed with Stage IV cancer at 26: "It was surreal"
David Lyon is one of the rising number of young adults to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
CDC's acting chief promises a return to stability in a tumultuous moment
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, head of the National Institutes of Health and interim leader of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, told staff a permanent CDC director could be nominated soon. "I know that it has been such a difficult year," he said.
FDA says billionaire's claims about cancer drug Anktiva are misleading
Federal health officials posted a warning about misleading statements by biotech billionaire Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong about his company's bladder cancer drug Anktiva.
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Trump says allies must "come in and take care of" Strait of Hormuz
President Trump told CBS News that he is not ready "quite yet" to abandon efforts to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid the Iran war, despite a Truth Social post suggesting allies need to do it themselves.
King Charles set for state visit to U.S. in late April
The visit "will celebrate the historic connections and the modern bilateral relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States," Buckingham Palace says.
Pete Hegseth says "upcoming days will be decisive" in war against Iran
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine held a news conference at the Pentagon as gas prices in the U.S. continued to climb amid the ongoing war with Iran.
Camels used to smuggle hundreds of bottles of booze, police say
Authorities said the smuggler turned to forest paths and camels to avoid road checkpoints.
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Gas price rises as Trump mulls dropping bid to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Trump indicates he could abandon efforts to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as the war pushes U.S. gas prices over the $4 mark.
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Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement
Taylor Swift is being sued by Las Vegas performer Maren Wade who has accused the superstar of trademark infringement over her latest album, "The Life of a Showgirl." Wade is the creator of the "Confessions of a Showgirl" podcast, which started as a column in 2014.
Sharon Stone talks new season of "Euphoria"
Sharon Stone reflected on her legendary career as she discussed joining the cast of "Euphoria," working with the show's creator, Sam Levinson, and how she has advocated for women in the entertainment industry.
Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement over "The Life of a Showgirl"
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
Barbie Dream Fest disappoints some attendees
A Barbie Dream Fest event in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, generated backlash from attendees over its allegedly underwhelming experience. Jessica Nova, who drove in from Atlanta for the occasion, joins CBS News to recount her experience.
NYT accuses Pentagon of flouting judge's order blocking its press access policy
The New York Times says the Defense Department flouted a court order blocking it from enforcing a policy limiting press access to the Pentagon.
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Company tries to make flying car of the future
Many have dreamed of a future with flying cars, eliminating traffic on the morning commute. One company is trying to make that dream a reality. Itay Hod reports.
Judge blocks Pentagon's Anthropic risk label
A judge has temporarily blocked the Pentagon's attempt to designate Anthropic as a supply chain risk. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
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.
Kentucky family rejects millions for land
A mother and daughter in Kentucky have turned down a $26 million offer for their land. The offer came from an unnamed tech company wanting to build a data center. CBS News' Jared Ochacher spoke with the family.
CBS News poll analysis on what jobs AI should be doing
As AI use rises, many see it decreasing the number of jobs available.
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Snowy owl, cheetah among 40 species granted international protection
According to a recent report, nearly one in four species catalogued by the CMS are threatened with extinction on a worldwide scale.
Everything to know about NASA's moon mission launching this week
NASA is poised to launch four astronauts April 1 on a historic nine-day trip around the moon and back. Here's everything to know about the Artemis II mission.
Arctic sea ice hits lowest winter level as heat records are shattered worldwide
Arctic sea ice levels are crucial to Earth's climate because, without the ice reflecting sunlight, more heat energy goes into the oceans.
Sharks in Bahamas test positive for caffeine, painkillers, cocaine
Marine biologists found detectable levels of caffeine, cocaine and the over-the-counter painkillers in the blood of 28 sharks.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
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Questions about bullet used to kill Charlie Kirk
Lawyers for Tyler Robinson, the man charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, are looking to review an analysis that couldn't conclusively connect a bullet fragment recovered during an autopsy to the rifle found near the scene. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
Lawyers for Kirk suspect ask to delay hearing
A new court filing reveals defense attorneys for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, claim an ATF analysis could not conclusively connect the bullet that killed Kirk to the gun Robinson allegedly used. Now the lawyers are asking to delay Robinson's preliminary hearing to review the evidence. Carter Evans reports.
Camels used to smuggle hundreds of bottles of booze, police say
Authorities said the smuggler turned to forest paths and camels to avoid road checkpoints.
Charlie Kirk's accused assassin's lawyers question bullet-rifle link
Lawyers for the man charged with killing Charlie Kirk are citing a federal agency's report in questioning the link between a bullet from his autopsy and a rifle found near the scene.
New details on Michigan attacker's activity
The FBI has labeled the March 12 attack on a Michigan synagogue as an act of terrorism inspired by Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militant group. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
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Artemis astronaut on risks of mission
The Artemis II mission could lift off as soon as Wednesday in a historic space flight around the moon. The crew of four has been training for nearly three years for the nine-day mission. Mark Strassmann gives a look at the risks and safety of space travel.
Good weather predicted ahead of Artemis II launch
Forecasters are predicting good weather ahead of the scheduled, historic Artemis II moon mission on Wednesday. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins from the Kennedy Space Center with the latest on preparations.
Countdown begins for long-awaited Artemis II moon mission
Countdown clocks began ticking Monday, setting the stage for launch of the Artemis II moon mission early Wednesday evening.
Former NASA astronaut on Artemis II launch
A crew of four astronauts are set for liftoff on Wednesday in a mission that will take them around the moon. Former NASA astronaut Terry Hart joins "The Takeout" to discuss the historic Artemis II effort.
Artemis II to launch this week
NASA is hoping to lift off Wednesday on its Artemis II mission that will send a four-member crew on a nine-day trip around the moon and back before splashing down off the coast of San Diego. Mark Strassmann has more.
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U.S. farmers react to rising diesel costs
Scott Marlow, an agriculture policy expert, told CBS News' Lana Zak that rising fuel costs from the war with Iran have impacted U.S. farmers at "every step" of the process.
Key details on Iran war as Trump slams allies
President Trump is slamming U.S. allies for their lack of cooperation in the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News reporter Olivia Rinaldi, contributor Elliot Ackerman and correspondent Elizabeth Palmer have more.
Trump slams U.S. allies again
President Trump slammed U.S. allies on social media Tuesday morning for not helping the U.S. in the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Weijia Jiang has more.
Latest on Colorado conversion therapy case
The Supreme Court sided with a Colorado counselor in a challenge to the state's ban on conversion therapy for minors. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson was the lone dissenter. CBS News' Jan Crawford and Katrina Kaufman have more.
SCOTUS decision on conversion therapy case
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Colorado counselor who challenged the state's ban on conversion therapy for minors, ruling 8-1 that the law regulates speech based on viewpoint when applied to talk therapy by the counselor. CBS News' Jan Crawford, Katrina Kaufman, and legal contributor Jessica Levinson have more.