Facebook civil rights audit: "Serious setbacks" hurt progress
The audit recommends a "civil rights infrastructure" for the social media giant, but its suggestions aren't binding.
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Facebook to start labeling rule-breaking posts
Facebook will now implement strategies to crack down on potentially offensive or misleading content, including statements made by government officials. Carter Evans reports.
Facebook to allow users to hide political ads
Facebook is rolling out a new feature to allow its users to block political ads in their feeds, leading up to the 2020 election. CBSN's Tanya Rivero reports.
Scientists voice concerns about Facebook
More than 140 scientists funded by the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, a philanthropy established by Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, are urging the social media giant to curb misinformation and incitements to violence from President Trump. That follows similar calls from hundreds of Facebook employees. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson joins CBSN to discuss the latest.
Trump lauds Facebook, slams Twitter
While Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has defended their taken a hands-off approach, Twitter's recent decision to attach warnings and fact-checks to presidential tweets has earned the platform a powerful enemy. New York Times technology reporter Mike Isaac joins CBSN to discuss his most recent article.
After staff walkout, Zuckerberg backs no action on Trump posts
Employees and civil-rights leaders are denouncing the Facebook CEO's decision to leave Trump's posts alone.
Facebook employees protest Zuckerberg's inaction
The protests come after Mark Zuckerberg opted not to take action against President Trump's inflammatory posts about protests.
Mark Zuckerberg explains why Facebook left up Trump posts
The Facebook founder said he has a "visceral negative reaction to this kind of divisive and inflammatory rhetoric."
Zuckerberg on Trump posts
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg explained Friday why the social media network left up President Trump's posts about Minneapolis protests. Twitter put a disclaimer on the president's tweet on the subject.
Satirical sites take aim at Mark Zuckerberg
After Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg said social media sites should not be "arbiters of truth," satirical websites began testing that idea – by taking aim at Zuckerberg himself.
Zuckerberg responds to Twitter fact-checking Trump tweet
The Facebook CEO also spoke out against government censorship of social media platforms.
FTC could impose restraints on Facebook
The Federal Trade Commission is considering appointing a privacy overseer for Facebook that would ascertain its compliance with data-privacy policies, according to a Politico report.
Facebook co–founder calls for company breakup
Facebook co-founder Chris Hughes released a scathing critque of the social media platform, urging lawmakers to break the company up. Hughes said Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg is larger than the government and needs to be pulled back. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson joined CBSN to discuss why Hughes may be right.
Facebook co-founder: Zuckerberg too powerful
One of Facebook's creators is calling on the government to break up the social media giant. Chris Hughes helped Mark Zuckerberg found Facebook in their Harvard dorm room in 2004. Hughes left Facebook in 2007. In a New York Times opinion piece posted Thursday, Hughes writes he's angry that, in his view, Zuckerberg's "focus on growth led him to sacrifice security and civility for clicks." He calls Zuckerberg's power "unprecedented and un-American." The company has more than 6 billion monthly active users across its platforms, which also include WhatsApp and Instagram. Hughes joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss why he chose to speak out about his concerns.
How the Winklevoss twins became billionaires
The Winklevoss twins famously lost out to Mark Zuckerberg in a battle for the fortune generated by Facebook but they did walk away with millions of dollars. Where they put that money is a story of its own. It's detailed in the new book "Bitcoin Billionaires" by author Ben Mezrich, who also wrote the book on which "The Social Network" was based. Mezrick joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss the twin brothers' successful venture into cryptocurrency.
Did Facebook CEO know about privacy issues?
A new report by the Wall Street Journal says internal emails from Facebook may prove CEO Mark Zuckerberg was aware of privacy issues on the social network. This comes as the FTC is investigating the company's conduct. One of the authors of the WSJ report, Emily Glazer, joined CBSN for more.
Lawmakers tackle "deepfake" concerns
Lawmakers in Washington grappled this week with how to prevent what are known as deep fake videos. These manipulated images, which appear authentic at first glance, can pose a very real national security threat. Chief national security correspondent Jeff Pegues reports.
Instagram head opens up about Mark Zuckerberg
Instagram head Adam Mosseri took over the platform last October after being an executive at Facebook, Instagram's parent company, for a decade. In his first U.S. TV interview since taking over he talk to "CBS This Morning" Gayle King about his relationship with Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg.
Instagram head says he's open to regulation
Thirty-six-year-old Adam Mosseri took the top job at Instagram in October, after 10 years as an executive at Facebook, which owns Instagram. In his first, U.S. TV interview since taking over, Mosseri shares what it’s been like leading Instagram during a time of heightened public scrutiny over perceived tech overreach and privacy concerns.
Facebook says workers will be able to work from home permanently
Over the next five to 10 years, about half of Facebook's workers could be remote, Zuckerberg said in a livestreamed townhall.
Congressman joins global Facebook probe
An international committee investigating disinformation and "fake news" on social media has announced its first American member, Democratic Rep. David Cicilline. CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates joins CBSN to discuss the significance of the group's latest addition.
Facebook creating first ever "Supreme Court"
Social media giant Facebook has announced plans to create a new oversight panel by the end of the year, something they dub its own "Supreme Court." BBC News Silicon Valley reporter Dave Lee joins CBSN to explain.
Zuckerberg on Facebook's new feature and curbing misinformation
"If you're telling someone that social distancing doesn't work, or that you know something that's proven to be a cure when it isn't, we want to take that off our services completely," Zuckerberg said.
Zuckerberg rallies employees in leaked audio
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg is rallying his employees against critics and the government in leaked audio published by The Verge today. Axios media reporter Sara Fischer joins CBSN with more on that as well as her media newsletter.
Zuckerberg rallies employees against critics
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg told employees the company would fight back against critics, competitors and the U.S. government in a leaked audio recording published by The Verge on Tuesday. Zuckerberg said Facebook would be ready to "go to the mat" against efforts to break up the company if Senator Elizabeth Warren is elected president in 2020. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson joins CBSN to discuss.
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Trump safe after shots fired at White House Correspondents' Dinner; suspect in custody
President Trump was safely evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Dinner Saturday night after shots were fired outside the ballroom of the Washington Hilton Hotel.
Watch Live: Trump speaks to press after gunshots at White House Correspondents' Dinner
President Trump is giving a press conference at the White House shortly after being evacuated from the nearby White House Correspondents' Dinner.
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Trump cancels Kushner, Witkoff trip to Pakistan for Iran talks
U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were expected to head to Islamabad Saturday, but President Trump said later that his "representatives" would not be going.
King Charles' U.S. visit to start Monday amid strained U.S.-U.K. relations
Britain's King Charles will be visiting the U.S. starting on Monday to mark America's 250th anniversary – his first trip since his coronation nearly three years ago.
Roommate faces murder charges in deaths of 2 doctoral students
A 26-year-old man is facing two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy, according to authorities.
Arizona sues to block proposed ICE detention facility near site with chemicals
DHS has faced opposition from cities and states where the federal government plans to open mass detention facilities.
One Chicago police officer killed, second wounded in hospital shooting
Two Chicago police officers were shot inside Swedish Hospital in Chicago's Lincoln Square neighborhood on Saturday morning. One has since died.
How the AI-driven data center boom is leading to skyrocketing energy bills
A CBS News analysis found that Georgia Power, the largest energy provider in the state, imposed six rate hikes in the last three years.
Mexico says 2 CIA agents killed in crash weren't authorized to participate in local raid
The role of the two CIA agents, who were returning from destroying a clandestine drug lab in the northern Mexican state of Chihuahua, remains unclear.
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DNA found on a smoothie straw links suspect to teen's 1984 killing
After more than 40 years and three wrongful convictions, authorities says they have the man responsible for the 1984 Long Island killing of 16-year-old Theresa Fusco, who vanished after leaving her job at a local roller rink.
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Trump safe after shots fired at White House Correspondents' Dinner; suspect in custody
President Trump was safely evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Dinner Saturday night after shots were fired outside the ballroom of the Washington Hilton Hotel.
How the AI-driven data center boom is leading to skyrocketing energy bills
A CBS News analysis found that Georgia Power, the largest energy provider in the state, imposed six rate hikes in the last three years.
Mexico says 2 CIA agents killed in crash weren't authorized to participate in local raid
The role of the two CIA agents, who were returning from destroying a clandestine drug lab in the northern Mexican state of Chihuahua, remains unclear.
Arizona sues to block proposed ICE detention facility near site with chemicals
DHS has faced opposition from cities and states where the federal government plans to open mass detention facilities.
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Naval escorts will likely be needed when Strait of Hormuz reopens, Chevron CEO says
Commercial vessels face risks from mines and threats from land, Chevron's chief executive Mike Wirth said in an interview with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan.
The Iran war's economic hit could linger through 2026, economists say
Economists say Americans should expect elevated prices at the pump and rising grocery costs in the months to come.
Trump extends Jones Act waiver for another 90 days
The waiver lets international ships carry goods between U.S. ports and is aimed at lowering energy prices.
Trader Joe's customers sue over coffee's caffeine levels
Consumers allege that Trader Joe's improperly advertised a coffee product as fully caffeinated when it was not.
IEA says Iran war will keep the natural gas market tight for two years
The conflict is expected to crimp global natural gas supplies due to damage to liquefied natural gas facilities in Qatar.
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Trump says "it's a dangerous profession" after shots fired at dinner
President Trump was evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Dinner after shots rang out at the hotel where the event was taking place.
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Trump safe after shots fired at White House Correspondents' Dinner; suspect in custody
President Trump was safely evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Dinner Saturday night after shots were fired outside the ballroom of the Washington Hilton Hotel.
Mexico says 2 CIA agents killed in crash weren't authorized to participate in local raid
The role of the two CIA agents, who were returning from destroying a clandestine drug lab in the northern Mexican state of Chihuahua, remains unclear.
Arizona sues to block proposed ICE detention facility near site with chemicals
DHS has faced opposition from cities and states where the federal government plans to open mass detention facilities.
Trump attends White House Correspondents' Dinner, his first as president
The Republican president did not attend during his first term or the first year of his second.
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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.
Medigap premiums leap, and consumers have few alternatives
Millions of people rely on the supplemental insurance to offset the deductibles, copayments, and other costs faced by enrollees in the traditional Medicare program.
Food stamp work rules don't increase employment, researchers say
Work requirements will encourage people who are able to work to seek and maintain jobs, proponents say. But researchers haven't found that they lower the unemployment rate.
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Mexico says 2 CIA agents killed in crash weren't authorized to participate in local raid
The role of the two CIA agents, who were returning from destroying a clandestine drug lab in the northern Mexican state of Chihuahua, remains unclear.
Trump says he canceled Kushner, Witkoff trip for Iran talks: "We have all the cards"
President Trump cited wasted time and confusion over leadership, adding, "we have all the cards."
King Charles' U.S. visit to start Monday amid strained U.S.-U.K. relations
Britain's King Charles will be visiting the U.S. starting on Monday to mark America's 250th anniversary – his first trip since his coronation nearly three years ago.
Armed groups in Mali attack capital in possible coordinated effort, army says
Mali has been plagued by insurgencies fought by affiliates of al Qaeda and the Islamic State group.
U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in eastern Pacific, military says
U.S. Southern Command shared a video showing a boat floating in the water before an explosion left it in flames.
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Frankie Grande on starring in "Titaníque"
Frankie Grande sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his starring role in Broadway's latest hit show "Titaníque," after originating the part in the show's Off-Broadway run.
Woman brings South Carolina town back to life
Darla Moore is a billionaire from Lake City, South Carolina, who saw an opportunity to revitalize her small hometown with ArtFields, a festival that transforms the town into a hub for Southern art and history.
Broadway star on role with Savannah Bananas
Tony-nominated Broadway actor Derek Klena sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his latest venture as a performer and player for the Savannah Bananas baseball team.
The Milk Carton Kids perform "A Friend Like You"
Grammy-nominated folk duo The Milk Carton Kids are out with their 7th studio album, "Lost Cause Lover Fool." Here they are performing "A Friend Like You."
The Milk Carton Kids perform "I'll Go Home From Here"
Grammy-nominated folk duo The Milk Carton Kids are out with their 7th studio album, "Lost Cause Lover Fool." Here they are performing "A Friend Like You."
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How the AI-driven data center boom is leading to skyrocketing energy bills
A CBS News analysis found that Georgia Power, the largest energy provider in the state, imposed six rate hikes in the last three years.
How data centers are impacting Americans
This week, Maine's governor vetoed a bill that would have made the state the first to ban the construction of new data centers. Shanelle Kaul reports.
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.
Sam Altman apologizes for not flagging authorities to mass shooter's ChatGPT account
The ChatGPT account of the shooter, who killed eight people in a small British Columbia community, had been banned about eight months prior to the massacre.
Why phone-free parties are gaining popularity
Some young people are opting to go phone-free to live in the moment. USA Today youth mental health reporter Rachel Hale went to an underground, phone-free party in New York City and wrote about her experience. She tells "The Daily Report" about it.
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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.
60-foot octopus ruled the seas during age of dinosaurs, fossils show
New analyses of fossilized jaws reveal that massive, kraken-like octopuses once hunted alongside other marine predators.
Mysterious "golden orb" found in deep sea in 2023 is finally identified
Scientists spent over two years identifying a mysterious object found off the coast of Alaska in 2023.
Salmon exposed to cocaine swim almost twice as far, study shows
Researchers studied how the drug affected the movements of wild fish in their natural habitats.
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.
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DNA found on a smoothie straw links suspect to teen's 1984 killing
After more than 40 years and three wrongful convictions, authorities says they have the man responsible for the 1984 Long Island killing of 16-year-old Theresa Fusco, who vanished after leaving her job at a local roller rink.
Trump addresses press dinner shooting
President Trump spoke after shots were fired at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday evening.
WHCA president speaks after shooting
CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang and president of the White House Correspondents' Association spoke after the shooting. She said, "Thank God everybody is safe and thank you for coming together tonight. We will do this again."
Roommate charged over 2 students' deaths
A 26-year-old man made his first court appearance, charged with the premeditated murder of two University of South Florida doctoral students. Cristian Benavides reports on new details.
Murder charges in case of USF students
A 26-year-old man is facing murder charges in connection to the disappearance of two University of South Florida doctoral students after one was found dead and police continue searching for the other, authorities said Saturday.
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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.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
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Trump addresses press dinner shooting
President Trump spoke after shots were fired at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday evening.
CBS News reporter recounts shots fired
President Trump will speak soon after shots were fired at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. The president, vice president and Cabinet members were rushed out of the room and are safe. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more on her experience from the ballroom.
WHCA president speaks after shooting
CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang and president of the White House Correspondents' Association spoke after the shooting. She said, "Thank God everybody is safe and thank you for coming together tonight. We will do this again."
Details from inside correspondents' dinner
President Trump was escorted out of the White House Correspondents' Dinner, along with the first lady and other Cabinet members, after a security incident occurred Saturday night. Attendees reported hearing what sounded like three to four gunshots. CBS News' Tony Dokoupil and Ed O'Keefe have more from inside the room.
Moment of a security incident at press dinner
A security incident occurred during the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday night. The stage was cleared, including President Trump.