Bezos ends Gates' 24-year run atop Forbes 400
Gates' 24-year run as the wealthiest person is over -- while President Donald Trump drops to 259th place on Forbes 400
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Details on the Facebook security breach
Fifty million Facebook users were impacted after hackers exploited a vulnerability on the social network. The tech giant says it is doing a thorough investigation into the incident. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson and CBS News contributor and WIRED editor-in-chief Nick Thompson joined CBSN to discuss the latest.
WhatsApp co-founder: "I sold my users' privacy" to Facebook
"I made a choice and a compromise," Brian Acton said about the 2014 sale to Facebook for $22 billion
Facebook's struggle with hate speech in Myanmar
"It led to riots. People died. I mean this really is a life and death situation"
Facebook executive makes private admission
Facebook is pushing back on a report that suggests company executive Campbell Brown said in a private meeting that CEO Mark Zuckerberg "doesn't care" about news publishers. Nick Thompson, Wired magazine editor-in-chief, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss the report and what it means for Facebook down the road.
The most talked about Fortune 100 company in Congress
Analysis reveals which major public companies lawmakers discuss most, and who does the most talking
Facebook suffers historic stock plunge
Facebook stock suffered the largest one-day loss of any publicly traded company in history when its shares plunged nearly 20 percent Thursday, erasing about $120 billion of the social media giant's market value. Some shareholders are now saying co-founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg is part of the problem. Bianna Golodryga reports.
Mark Zuckerberg faces investors' heat after Facebook's historic stock loss
One investor says his company's next ask of Facebook and its board is a separation of chair and CEO
Facebook stock plummets
Facebook lost about $120 billion Thursday, marking the biggest one-day loss in history. Founder Mark Zuckerberg saw his fortune drop by nearly $12 billion. Wired's Nick Thompson explains what may be behind the fall.
4 ways Wall Street was so wrong about Facebook
To investors' pained surprise, the social network's hard fall suggests its years of easy success may be over
Facebook stock sinks after bad report
Facebook stock dropped more than 20 percent Wednesday night after the company missed Wall Street's expectations for its second-quarter earnings. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson spoke to CBSN about Facebook's future. Patterson also threw cold water on a report that Twitter is "shadow banning" Republican accounts from its search bar, saying, "There's no data to back this up," and, "Let's not chalk up to conspiracy what can be chalked up to incompetence and bugs."
Facebook's one-day market loss could be "largest drop in history"
Its stock plunged up to 24 percent Wednesday night, wiping out as much as $150 billion of the company's market value
Facebook shares fall as user growth slows
After data privacy scandal, social network isn't adding as many regular users as Wall Street analysts had expected
Zuckerberg: Facebook won't ban Holocaust denial
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg says he's trying to protect free speech by not removing content about Holocaust denial from his website. CBS News correspondent John Blackstone reports on what Facebook is doing to confront its newest controversy.
Zuckerberg's Holocaust remarks
Mark Zuckerberg is now clarifying his stance on Holocaust deniers after his remarks about deniers not "intentionally getting it wrong" sparked outrage. Jonathan Greenblatt, CEO of the Anti-Defamation League, joins CBSN to discuss.
Zuckerberg: Facebook won't ban Holocaust deniers
Mark Zuckerberg says while he finds such beliefs "deeply offensive," he believes the content shouldn't be blocked
Facebook faces fines in the UK
Facebook has been hit with a "max fine" of £500,000 by British officials for improperly handling user data in the Cambridge Analytical scandal. Despite facing an investigation and security issues, Facebook stock is higher than ever and Mark Zuckerberg was recently named the third richest man on earth. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson joined CBSN with the latest.
Facebook thought Declaration of Independence quotes were hate speech
A Facebook algorithm took down excerpts of the historic document, saying they went "against our standards"
Facebook reveals firms got access to use
In new documents given to Congress, Facebook revealed it granted dozens of companies special access to user information for months after claiming it shut down access. Jennifer Grygiel, associate communications professor at Syracuse University, joined CBSN to discuss why these special deals bring up new questions about the platform's privacy policy.
Their Facebook campaign for border babies sought $1,500 -- raises $17M
"It was the closest thing we could do to hugging that kid," said California couple whose Facebook fundraiser went viral
Facebook's public relations chief to step down
Thursday's departure comes as the social network behemoth has faced some of the biggest scandals in its history
Facebook announces user privacy review as Europe cracks down
Europe's General Data Protection Regulation makes it easier for EU residents to give and withdraw permission for companies to use personal information
EU lawmakers question Facebook CEO
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg is at a conference in Paris with tech leaders, discussing their global influence. The appearance comes as Facebook and others face growing questions about user data and privacy. European lawmakers grilled Zuckerberg on Tuesday in Brussels. Mark Phillips reports.
GDPR deadline looms
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg apologized for misuse of the social media network during a meeting with European Union lawmakers Tuesday. Zuckerberg faced questions over Facebook's response to the Cambridge Analytica data scandal. This all comes as Europe prepares to enact sweeping data privacy laws on Friday. Dan Patterson, senior writer for TechRepublic, joins CBSN to discuss the latest developments.
Zuckerberg grilled by European Parliament
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg was grilled by members of the European Parliament in Brussels. He was questioned about how the company will protect users' data in the wake of the Cambridge Analytica scandal, as new European privacy regulations go into effect. CNET News executive editor Ian Sherr joins CBSN to discuss Zuckerberg's testimony.
U.S. launches Christmas Day strikes on ISIS targets in Nigeria, Trump says
In early November, President Trump said that he had instructed the Pentagon to "prepare for possible action" in Nigeria.
More severe weather in store for a soaked California, raising mudslide risk
More severe weather is forecast for an already soaked California, raising risk of additional mudslides and debris flows.
Zelenskyy says he had "very good conversation" with U.S. envoys on Christmas
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he discussed "substantive details" of a Ukraine-Russia peace deal with President Trump's envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner on Christmas.
Death toll from UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville rises to 15
On Nov. 4, UPS Flight 2976 bound for Hawaii crashed moments after takeoff from Louisville International Airport, where UPS has its global aviation hub.
King Charles and royal family, minus Andrew, gather for Christmas
King Charles III led his family to church on foot ahead of his annual Christmas Day speech that is expected to focus on pilgrimage.
As beef prices rise, small butcher shops adapt to changing demand
With higher prices for beef, customers are looking for alternatives.
Single ticket wins Powerball's $1.817 billion Christmas Eve jackpot
A single winning ticket was sold for Powerball's Christmas Eve jackpot of $1.817 billion, in Arkansas. It was the second-largest U.S. lottery jackpot ever won.
Pope Leo's first Christmas homily laments conditions in Gaza, war in Ukraine
In his first Christmas homily, Pope Leo lamented conditions for Palestinians in Gaza and urged Ukraine and Russia to engage in direct talks to end their wr.
Australia announces bravery award for heroes of Bondi Beach attack
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a national bravery award to honor those who confronted an antisemitic terror attack.
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Death toll from UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville rises to 15
On Nov. 4, UPS Flight 2976 bound for Hawaii crashed moments after takeoff from Louisville International Airport, where UPS has its global aviation hub.
When grocery stores reject imperfect produce, this company steps in
More than 20 billion pounds of produce is rejected by U.S. grocery stores each year.
As beef prices rise, small butcher shops adapt to changing demand
With higher prices for beef, customers are looking for alternatives.
More severe weather in store for a soaked California, raising mudslide risk
More severe weather is forecast for an already soaked California, raising risk of additional mudslides and debris flows.
Is anything open on Christmas Day 2025? See which businesses are operating.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains are closed on Christmas Day, with some exceptions.
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Is anything open on Christmas Day 2025? See which businesses are operating.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains are closed on Christmas Day, with some exceptions.
NHTSA investigating Tesla Model 3 emergency door handles
Traffic safety regulators are reviewing a motorist's complaints that the manual door handles on some Model 3 cars are hard to find, a potential hazard in a crash.
Hawaii cruise passengers face new climate change tax after court ruling
The new tourist tax imposes an 11% tax on the gross fares paid by a cruise ship's passengers to address climate change threats to Hawaii.
How to save money on your utility bill this winter as heating costs rise
Many Americans face soaring costs to heat their homes this winter. Here are some ways to lower your monthly utility bill.
We asked experts to rate the U.S. economy in 2025. Here's what they said.
The economy remained on track this year, defying the gloomiest predictions. That doesn't mean Americans are thrilled with how things are going.
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U.S. launches Christmas Day strikes on ISIS targets in Nigeria, Trump says
In early November, President Trump said that he had instructed the Pentagon to "prepare for possible action" in Nigeria.
Kimmel skewers Trump, tells U.K. viewers that "tyranny is booming" in U.S.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
Kennedy Center Christmas Eve concert canceled after Trump's name added
A planned Christmas Eve jazz concert at the Kennedy Center has been canceled.
Trump promises to guard against "bad Santa" in Christmas Eve calls with kids
President Trump spent part of Christmas Eve bantering with kids, updating families on NORAD's Santa tracker and reminding one child that the big guy has a "serious appetite."
Trump-backed candidate declared winner of Honduras' presidential vote
President Trump-backed candidate Nasry Asfura has won Honduras' presidential election, the country's electoral authorities said, ending a weeks-long count.
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Baby defies all odds after growing outside his mom's womb
Suze Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse who lives in Bakersfield, California, didn't know she was pregnant with her second child until days before giving birth.
FDA approves Wegovy pill for weight loss
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
Aetna to cover IVF treatments for same-sex couples in national settlement
A federal judge has approved a preliminary agreement for a class action lawsuit requiring Aetna to cover fertility treatments for same-sex couples as they do with heterosexual couples.
Flu season is ramping up, and some experts are "pretty worried"
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
Finding hope through cancer clinical trials
#LillyPartner Cancer clinical trials can offer patients access to investigational treatments that can be explored as early as the time of diagnosis. Ovarian cancer survivor Alicia Dellario and Dr. Arjun Balar, senior vice president of global clinical development at Eli Lilly and Company, join "CBS Mornings" to talk about the potential benefits of cancer clinical trials -- and clarify common misconceptions. Visit cancerclinicaltrials.lilly.com for more information. (Sponsored by Eli Lilly and Company)
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U.S. launches Christmas Day strikes on ISIS targets in Nigeria, Trump says
In early November, President Trump said that he had instructed the Pentagon to "prepare for possible action" in Nigeria.
Australia announces bravery award for heroes of Bondi Beach attack
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a national bravery award to honor those who confronted an antisemitic terror attack.
Kimmel skewers Trump, tells U.K. viewers that "tyranny is booming" in U.S.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
Zelenskyy says he had "very good conversation" with U.S. envoys on Christmas
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he discussed "substantive details" of a Ukraine-Russia peace deal with President Trump's envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner on Christmas.
Imprisoned Brazilian ex-president Bolsonaro undergoes surgery
Jair Bolsonaro, who has been hospitalized since Wednesday, has been serving a 27-year prison sentence since November for an attempted coup.
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Kimmel skewers Trump, tells U.K. viewers that "tyranny is booming" in U.S.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
King Charles and royal family, minus Andrew, gather for Christmas
King Charles III led his family to church on foot ahead of his annual Christmas Day speech that is expected to focus on pilgrimage.
Kennedy Center Christmas Eve concert canceled after Trump's name added
A planned Christmas Eve jazz concert at the Kennedy Center has been canceled.
NYT movie critic breaks down top 2025 movies
The New York Times movie critic Alissa Wilkinson ranked the top films of 2025. She joins CBS News 24/7 to review this year's list.
Small Oklahoma town pays homage to leg lamp
The leg lamp in "A Christmas Story" might be one of cinema's most iconic props, and one small town in Oklahoma has a special way to celebrate it. Omar Villafranca reports.
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Instacart ending AI price tests for retailers
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
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.
Top tech gadgets of 2025
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
Instacart to end AI price tests for retailers following investigation
Instacart had drawn criticism for testing an AI-based system that enabled retailers to charge different prices for the same grocery items.
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Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
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Terry Rozier seeks to have charges thrown out in NBA gambling case
His lawyers argued that Rozier's alleged involvement in the wire fraud and money laundering conspiracies is limited.
California farming magnate arrested in Arizona in wife's shooting death
A prominent California farmer was arrested in the shooting death of his estranged wife in a remote mountain community in Arizona, authorities said.
D.C. National Guard shooting suspect facing 5 additional federal charges
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, is accused of fatally shooting Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom and wounding Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe.
Officials: Melodee Buzzard's body recovered
California authorities announced Tuesday they have found the body of 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard and arrested her mother for murder. See the full news conference.
Delaware state trooper killed in DMV shooting
A Delaware state trooper was killed Tuesday during a shooting at a Wilmington DMV, the Delaware State Police said. The state's governor confirmed the shooter is also dead.
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Holiday cookie box deliveries make spirits bright
The most important ingredient in Christmas cookies isn't the flour or the sugar -- it's the love and care that go into baking them. Major Garrett has more.
9-year-old delivers teddy bears to hospital kids
For more than a century, young kids have awakened on Christmas morning to find a teddy bear waiting for them under the tree. That gave one child an idea: getting teddy bears and the comfort they bring to the children who need them most. Tom Hanson has the story.
The business turning rejected produce into savings
Abhi Ramesh launched Misfits Market in 2018, an online grocery store that buys rejected produce from farmers and packages it for sale across the country. Skyler Henry reports.
How butchers are adapting to higher beef prices
As beef prices rise, small butcher shops are adapting to changing demand. Kelly O'Grady reports.
King Charles gives annual Christmas address
Britain's King Charles delivered his annual Christmas address, carrying on a royal tradition that began nearly a century ago. Leigh Kiniry has more.