FTC says pharma no to "Pharma Bro"
Regulators claim the former drug executive, who served four years in prison for fraud, is violating lifetime industry ban.
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"Pharma Bro" Martin Shkreli released from prison
Former pharmaceutical exec, who was sentenced to a seven-year term in 2018, will face either home confinement or a halfway house.
Martin Shkreli ordered to return nearly $65 million
The so-called "Pharma Bro" is banned for life from participating in the pharmaceutical industry.
U.S. sells one-of-a-kind Wu-Tang Clan album seized from Martin Shkreli
Proceeds for the sale will go towards Shkreli's court-ordered fines and payments.
How Martin Shkreli changed landscape on drug prices
Martin Shkreli was sentenced to seven years in prison Friday for cheating investors. But it was his role as outspoken pharmaceutical CEO that caused him to gain notoriety and put the spotlight on drug prices in the U.S. CBS News correspondent Anna Werner explains.
Martin Shkreli sentenced to 7 years in prison
Martin Shkreli, the pharmaceutical executive convicted of defrauding investors in his hedge funds, has been sentenced to seven years in prison. CBS News Radio's Steve Dorsey tells CBSN he became an unlikely pen pal to the "Pharma Bro" behind bars.
A tale of two frauds?
Despite being accused of similar crimes, Theranos founder and CEO Elizabeth Holmes and so-called "pharma-bro" Martin Shkreli received very different punishments. So why the discrepancy? CBS News spoke to attorney and former federal prosecutor Emily Compagno about the cases.
Martin Shkreli's prison pen pal
Martin Shkreli, the drug company executive nicknamed "Pharma Bro," is being sentenced today for defrauding investors. CBS News Radio's Steve Dorsey joins CBSN with the story of how he became Shkreli's prision pen pal.
Martin Shkreli found guilty
Former hedge fund manager and pharmaceutical CEO Martin Shkreli faces up to 20 years in prison for his conviction on security fraud and conspiracy. Shkreli became the poster boy for greed on Wall Street after raising the price of a life-saving drug 5,000 percent. Tony Dokoupil reports.
Shkreli trial begins
Martin Shkreli's jury has been chosen in his securities fraud trial. His reputation slowed the jury selection process with as many as 200 potential jurors dismissed. Some of the dismissed jurors said they couldn't be impartial knowing his "pharma bro" reputation.
"Pharma bro" trial
Pharmaceutical exec Martin Shkreli's trial on charges of securities and wire fraud is getting underway. Jury selection is proving to be difficult, as more than 120 jurors have already been dismissed, most citing their dislike of Shkreli. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid joins CBSN with more on the case.
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Japanese airbag maker Takata files for bankruptcy; "Pharma bro" Martin Shkreli in court for fraud trial. These headlines and more from CBS MoneyWatch
EpiPen price hike
The maker of EpiPen, a potentially life-saving medical device for severe allergic reactions, is now under Congressional scrutiny over how its cost has risen nearly 500 percent since 2009. But one prominent and controversial figure, former pharma CEO Martin Shkreli who has no connections to the EpiPen product, is defending the increase. Vinita Nair reports.
Martin Shkreli on EpiPen
In a conversation with CBS News' Vinita Nair, controversial former CEO of Turing Pharmaceuticals defends drug-maker Mylan for its skyrocketing cost of the device that delivers a life-saving injection for people with severe allergies. Shkreli has no connection with the EpiPen product. He also claims he is "innocent" of his own, unrelated federal securities fraud charges.
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Shkreli on EpiPen
Several members of Congress are demanding to know why the price of EpiPens has skyrocketed by 500 percent. The devices deliver a life-saving injection for people with severe allergies. Vinita Nair spoke with a former pharmaceutical exec who faced similar criticism last year.
Martin Shkreli interview
The cost of EpiPens are on the rise. Founder and former CEO of Turing Pharmaceuticals, Martin Shkreli, joins CBSN with to discuss why he believes the price hike is justified and why he raised the price of Daraprim by 5000%.
You thought you hated him before. Wait until you see this
You thought you hated him before. Wait until you see this.
Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders argue over progressivism, "Pharma Bro" Martin Shkreli appears before Congress
Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders argue over progressivism, "Pharma Bro" Martin Shkreli appears before Congress but refuses to testify and more are among today's CBSNews.com trending stories.
Martin Shkreli, the former head of a pharmaceutical company that jacked up prices on an AIDS drug, appeared before Congress Thursday. But he didn't have much to say
Martin Shkreli, the former head of a pharmaceutical company that jacked up prices on an AIDS drug, appeared before Congress Thursday. But he didn't have much to say. Scott Pelley has more.
Ex-pharma CEO Martin Shkreli hosted a live video chat and took questions from the public after pleading the fifth before Congress on questions unrelated to his federal charge
Ex-pharma CEO Martin Shkreli hosted a live video chat and took questions from the public after pleading the fifth before Congress on questions unrelated to his federal charge. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers attempts to ask Shkreli question but the embattled drug entrepreneur refuses to take media questions.
Ex-Pharma CEO Martin Shkreli was set to be grilled by members of Congress on questions unrelated to his federal indictment
Ex-Pharma CEO Martin Shkreli was set to be grilled by members of Congress on questions unrelated to his federal indictment. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid joins CBSN to discuss why the ex-CEO kept pleading the fifth.
Martin Shkreli, former CEO of Turing Pharmaceuticals, testified on Capitol Hill after hiking drug prices by more than 5,000 percent
Martin Shkreli, former CEO of Turing Pharmaceuticals, testified on Capitol Hill after hiking drug prices by more than 5,000 percent. Watch how lawmakers react to him invoking the Fifth Amendment.
Infamous pharma ex-CEO Martin Shkreli is known for hiking of drug prices
Infamous pharma ex-CEO Martin Shkreli is known for hiking of drug prices. However, he wasn't the first. Why is it such a shock now? Financial Times senior business correspondent Michael Crow joins CBSN to discuss.
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As Trump declares war won, Iran mocks suggestion serious talks underway
Trump says the Iran war is already won, but more U.S. forces are heading to the Mideast as Tehran asks U.S. officials if they're "negotiating with yourselves?"
Democrats continue push for ICE reforms in emerging DHS shutdown deal
Democrats are pushing for reforms to Immigration and Customs Enforcement as the Senate appeared to be closing in on a deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security.
We asked every lawmaker in Congress what they're doing to end the DHS shutdown
Lawmakers and President Trump appear to be edging closer to a framework to wrap up the Department of Homeland Security shutdown — but a breakthrough has remained out of reach. CBS News contacted every House and Senate office to ask what they're doing to end the shutdown.
U.S. expected to deploy troops from 82nd Airborne to Middle East for Iran war
A command element and some ground forces are expected to be part of the Middle East deployment, according to a source familiar with the planning.
Judge calls Pentagon's moves against AI firm Anthropic "troubling"
A judge sharply questioned a lawyer for the federal government on Tuesday over the Pentagon's efforts to cut Anthropic's AI out of its classified systems.
Shock, disbelief at Houston airport as 36% of TSA officers call out: "Insane"
"This is the first time I've experienced something like this in my entire life," one traveler said as TSA lines snaked through George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Mikaela Shiffrin wins record-tying 6th overall World Cup skiing title
The 31-year-old American matched Austrian downhill great Annemarie Moser-Pröll, who won her six titles in the 1970s.
Democrat flips Florida state legislative district that includes Mar-a-Lago
Democrat Emily Gregory won a special election for a Florida state House seat on Tuesday, flipping a district that is home to President Trump's estate, Mar-a-Lago.
2 pilots killed in LaGuardia runway collision identified: "An absolute tragedy"
The pilots killed in a collision between a jetliner and a fire truck on a New York runway have been identified as Capt. Antoine Forest and First Officer Mackenzie Gunther.
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Record-high temperatures possible in 17 states as heat wave expands
Seventeen states could break daily temperature records on Wednesday, as the heat wave that has been scorching the West expands into the central U.S.
Record share of Americans carry credit card debt, can't pay off bills
About 111 million Americans are carrying credit card balances, a 17% increase in five years, new research shows.
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Fate of Senate funding deal looks uncertain as DHS shutdown grinds on
Senate Democrats are still pushing for reforms to ICE on Day 40 of the DHS shutdown and plan to put forward a counteroffer. Follow live updates.
Shock, disbelief at Houston airport as 36% of TSA officers call out: "Insane"
"This is the first time I've experienced something like this in my entire life," one traveler said as TSA lines snaked through George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Fireball captured on video as meteor streaks across Pacific Northwest sky
As the number of people with cameras on their dashboards and doorbells has grown, so have reports of such sightings.
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Record share of Americans carry credit card debt, can't pay off bills
About 111 million Americans are carrying credit card balances, a 17% increase in five years, new research shows.
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.
Judge calls Pentagon's moves against AI firm Anthropic "troubling"
A judge sharply questioned a lawyer for the federal government on Tuesday over the Pentagon's efforts to cut Anthropic's AI out of its classified systems.
FedEx to offer same-day delivery as it battles with Amazon, other retailers
FedEx said it will give customers the option of two-hour or end-of-day delivery, including for large and oversized packages.
OpenAI pulls the plug on its Sora AI video app
OpenAI said Tuesday that it will discontinue the company's Sora app, which let users create AI-generated videos.
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Fate of Senate funding deal looks uncertain as DHS shutdown grinds on
Senate Democrats are still pushing for reforms to ICE on Day 40 of the DHS shutdown and plan to put forward a counteroffer. Follow live updates.
Court denies appeal to stop Riverside County Sheriff's election probe
A California sheriff running for governor has seized more than half a million ballots cast in a November special election from county election officials, saying he's investigating a ballot count discrepancy.
DOJ found no evidence of a crime in Fed renovation project, prosecutor admits
The Justice Department's investigation of a $2.5 billion renovation project at the Federal Reserve found no evidence of a crime, a federal prosecutor privately conceded under questioning by a judge.
We asked every lawmaker in Congress what they're doing to end the DHS shutdown
Lawmakers and President Trump appear to be edging closer to a framework to wrap up the Department of Homeland Security shutdown — but a breakthrough has remained out of reach. CBS News contacted every House and Senate office to ask what they're doing to end the shutdown.
Democrat flips Florida state legislative district that includes Mar-a-Lago
Democrat Emily Gregory won a special election for a Florida state House seat on Tuesday, flipping a district that is home to President Trump's estate, Mar-a-Lago.
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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.
More parents are refusing routine newborn preventative care, study finds
Doctors fear that skepticism, fueled by anti-science sentiment and mistrust, is extending beyond vaccines to other proven, routine care.
Complex procedure saves officer with chest pain, heart condition
Transit Officer Paul DeGeorge thought his son was lying on him. Then he realized something much scarier was happening.
Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
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Mikaela Shiffrin wins record-tying 6th overall World Cup skiing title
The 31-year-old American matched Austrian downhill great Annemarie Moser-Pröll, who won her six titles in the 1970s.
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As Trump declares war won, Iran mocks suggestion serious talks underway
Trump says the Iran war is already won, but more U.S. forces are heading to the Mideast as Tehran asks U.S. officials if they're "negotiating with yourselves?"
Senate rejects latest push to rein in Trump's powers in Iran as war's off-ramp unclear
Democrats have vowed to keep forcing votes on the issue as they seek public testimony from administration officials.
U.S. expected to deploy troops from 82nd Airborne to Middle East for Iran war
A command element and some ground forces are expected to be part of the Middle East deployment, according to a source familiar with the planning.
600-year-old pinot noir grape seed found in medieval hospital
The seed reveals that people in France have been cultivating the popular variety of grape since at least the 1400s, scientists say.
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Makers of "The AI Doc" on tech's peril, promise
A new documentary examines the artificial intelligence boom and its potential risks to humanity, featuring interviews with top AI company CEOs and other experts. Co-director Charlie Tyrell and producer Ted Tremper join CBS News to discuss the making of the film, "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
Patrick Ball on medical drama "The Pitt"
"The Pitt" star Patrick Ball tells "CBS Mornings" he had been auditioning since 2013 and didn't think his acting dreams were "ever going to happen" when he was cast in the medical drama. He also opens up about how the series is personal for him.
Lisa Kudrow on making "The Comeback"
In 2005, the "Friends" star played Valerine Cherish, a washed-up sitcom actress, in the HBO comedy "The Comeback." The show was cancelled, but it earned a cult following, and returned in 2014. Now, "The Comeback" is itself making a comeback.
Extended interview: Lisa Kudrow
In this web exclusive, Emmy-winning actress Lisa Kudrow talks with Tracy Smith about "Friends," and her HBO show "The Comeback."
Lisa Kudrow on making "The Comeback"
"Friends" star Lisa Kudrow played a washed-up sitcom actress, Valerie Cherish, in the 2005 HBO comedy "The Comeback." The show was cancelled, but it earned a cult following, and then returned in 2014. Now, "The Comeback" is itself making a comeback for a third season. Kudrow talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about her love for playing Phoebe Buffay; her aptitude for "cringe comedy"; and how she found solace following the death of "Friends" castmate Matthew Perry.
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Verdict in landmark trial against Meta
A jury in New Mexico found Meta, which operates Facebook and Instagram, misled users about safety and enabled child sexual exploitation on its platforms. A judge has ordered the tech giant to pay $375 million in civil damages. Meta says it will appeal the verdict.
Jury finds Meta liable in child safety trial
The New Mexico Department of Justice has won a landmark trial against Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has the details.
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.
New Mexico jury finds Meta violated protection law over exploitation claims
The landmark decision comes after a nearly seven-week trial. Jurors sided with state prosecutors who argued that Meta prioritized profits over safety.
Anthropic's case against Pentagon underway
The artificial intelligence company Anthropic is challenging the Pentagon in court after the Trump administration designated it a national security risk. Tom Dupree, former deputy assistant attorney general under President George W. Bush, joins with analysis.
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600-year-old pinot noir grape seed found in medieval hospital
The seed reveals that people in France have been cultivating the popular variety of grape since at least the 1400s, scientists say.
Pit viper among new species discovered in cave in Cambodia
Researchers in Cambodia surveyed dozens of previously unexplored caves and found several species never seen before, including a pit viper that is still being studied.
How a fun nature app aids science
The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to scientists studying biodiversity, species decline, and habitat loss. It also provides opportunities for fun: David Pogue joins iNaturalist fan Martha Stewart in a "bioblitz" – a timed competition with other users to spot and ID species.
Discovery of 1949 whale recording could unlock mysteries of ocean
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
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Verdict in landmark trial against Meta
A jury in New Mexico found Meta, which operates Facebook and Instagram, misled users about safety and enabled child sexual exploitation on its platforms. A judge has ordered the tech giant to pay $375 million in civil damages. Meta says it will appeal the verdict.
Cold case murder of K-9 officer's wife could hinge on dog's cause of death
Paul Kovacich's defense team contends that long-suppressed evidence debunks claims that he killed his dog weeks before his wife disappeared.
Wife of Hawaii doctor takes stand 1 year after he allegedly tried to kill her
Arielle Konig took the stand to testify against her husband, anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig, exactly one year after he allegedly tried to kill her by pushing her off a cliff during a hike in Hawaii.
Jury finds Meta liable in child safety trial
The New Mexico Department of Justice has won a landmark trial against Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has the details.
Congress probing hospice fraud in California
Two weeks after a CBS News investigation into hospice care fraud in California, Congress is now probing the issue. CBS News correspondent Adam Yamaguchi is following the story.
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Fireball captured on video as meteor streaks across Pacific Northwest sky
As the number of people with cameras on their dashboards and doorbells has grown, so have reports of such sightings.
NASA to spend $20 billion on ambitious moon base
In an on-going overhaul of NASA's Artemis program, agency officials say it will take seven years to build a sophisticated base on the moon.
Artemis II back on launch pad for moon mission
NASA's Artemis II rocket is back on the launch pad after repairs inside the massive Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center. Early next month, NASA will try, for a second time, to send a crew of four on a flyby of the moon. Mark Strassmann has more.
Possible meteorite crashes into Houston area home, officials say
A possible meteorite crashed into a Houston area house on Saturday night, tearing through the roof and two stories of the home, officials said.
Eileen Collins on breaking barriers in space
Retired NASA astronaut and Air Force Col. Eileen Collins joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her groundbreaking journey to become the first woman to pilot the Space Shuttle and the first to command a Space Shuttle mission.
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Verdict in landmark trial against Meta
A jury in New Mexico found Meta, which operates Facebook and Instagram, misled users about safety and enabled child sexual exploitation on its platforms. A judge has ordered the tech giant to pay $375 million in civil damages. Meta says it will appeal the verdict.
Warning system failed in LaGuardia incident
The National Transportation Safety Board says critical runway surveillance technology failed to activate before the deadly collision at LaGuardia Airport on Sunday between a plane and a fire-rescue truck. Tom Hanson reports.
Latest on emerging DHS funding proposal
Senate Republicans on Tuesday sent a proposal to Democrats that would fund most of the Department of Homeland Security except for ICE's deportation division. So far, Democrats have refused to strike a deal without reforms to the agency's immigration enfor
Husband of soldier killed in Iran war speaks
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, the husband of Army Sgt. 1st Class Nicole Amor reflects on his final moments with his wife and how he wants her to be remembered. Amor was one of six soldiers killed in a drone attack at a command center in Kuwait a day after the Iran war started.
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