Pope Francis receives first all-electric popemobile from Mercedes
Pope Francis uses the popemobile to greet pilgrims in St. Peter's Square during general audiences and other papal ceremonies.
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Alabama Mercedes-Benz workers vote no on union
Workers at two Mercedes-Benz factories in Alabama have voted against joining the United Auto Workers union.
Mercedes-Benz workers begin union vote
More than 5,000 Mercedes-Benz workers in Alabama will begin voting this week on joining the United Auto Workers union. CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson has the latest.
More car companies plan to use Tesla's supercharging network
Mercedes-Benz is joining Ford, GM and other automakers in adopting Tesla's electric vehicle charging tech.
Details emerge about stolen convertible found buried in yard of mansion
Cadaver dogs were brought back to the house and again "made a slight notification of possible human remains," officials said.
Vintage Mercedes sells for whopping record of — $143 million
The Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut is one of only two of its kind. Sotheby's says the price put it in the "top 10 most valuable items ever sold at auction in any collecting category."
In-car tech distracting drivers?
A Consumer Reports study looks at how in-car "infotainment systems," including touch screens and controllers on the dashboard, are taking our eyes off the road. Acura, Cadillac, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Tesla and Volvo are rated as having the most distracting systems. Don Dahler reports.
Ralf Herrtwich of Mercedes Benz says, when it’s ready, a self-driving mode would add “a few thousand dollars” to the sticker price of a Mercedes.
Ralf Herrtwich of Mercedes Benz says, when it’s ready, a self-driving mode would add “a few thousand dollars” to the sticker price of a Mercedes.
As Google’s driverless cars have logged more then a million miles in the past six years, the rest of the auto industry is racing to keep up
As Google’s driverless cars have logged more then a million miles in the past six years, the rest of the auto industry is racing to keep up. Computer scientist Ralf Herrtwich hits the road with "60 Minutes" correspondent Bill Whitaker to demonstrate Mercedes-Benz's most advanced self-driving prototype. Watch the full story Sunday on "60 Minutes."
Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 280,000 C-class cars and BMW is recalling more than 156,000 cars and SUVs , plus more MoneyWatch headlines
Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 280,000 C-class cars because the rear lights can fail. And BMW is recalling more than 156,000 cars and SUVs because the engines can lose power or stall. It covers multiple models from 2010 to 2012. Jill Wagner has that story and more MoneyWatch headlines.
Mercedes-Benz to pay $1.5 billion over emissions cheating
The company must repair about 250,000 cars and vans it sold that don't meet emissions standards, officials said.
The latest trends in fashion are hitting the catwalk during Fashion Week in New York City
The latest trends in fashion are hitting the catwalk during Fashion Week in New York City. WCBS’ Cindy Hsu reports some plus-size models are speaking out and saying designers should be using women who people can relate to.
Man dies hurtling 400 feet across river in Mercedes after chase
David Callahan, 58, hit an embankment of the San Joaquin River, launched into the air and landed on the opposite bank on Monday, Fresno police said.
These cars are most likely to get stolen in U.S.
Car thieves are up to the Challenger, and leave the Escalade behind, in latest ranking of most stolen wheels
As Mercedes introduces an electric SUV, Tesla's stock slumps
The all-electric SUV will be the latest entry to challenge Tesla in the luxury electric car market
Does Trump want to drive German cars out of America?
That's what a German magazine is reporting, but that country's carmakers are deeply embedded in the U.S.
5 cars with automatic braking as standard equipment
They'll detect a potential collision, warn you and hit the brakes before you can -- and they're not all luxury models
Los Angeles Auto show: 5 cars sure to draw crowds
New and redesigned SUVs will star, along with electric models
Made in America* -- How the U.S. auto industry was built with foreign labor
Investigation by "CBSN: On Assignment" uncovers a pattern of worker visa abuse by contractors for major automakers manufacturing in the U.S.
Children of ISIS, iRobot, Made in America* -- "CBSN: On Assignment"
Premiere episode investigates how ISIS child soldiers could be tomorrow's terrorists, Japan's robot revolution and how automakers are bringing low-wage European workers into the U.S. in droves
Mercedes drops contractor in wake of CBS News investigation
Mercedes-Benz banned a subcontractor from its Vance, Ala., plant after CBS News investigation found it had hired foreign construction workers by misstating their roles
Foreign workers being used to build auto plants in U.S.
"CBSN: On Assignment" investigation finds foreign automakers that received billions of dollars in subsidies and tax incentives to create American jobs are hiring European workers
The diesel cloud over Germany's Daimler thickens
Mercedes-Benz parent is sticking with the technology, despite calls for bans and probes into emissions manipulation
Bill O'Reilly sexual allegations spur advertiser exodus
A growing number of companies are distancing their brands from the Fox News host following complaints by multiple women
Mercedes is recalling 48K SUVs over airbag sensors
A software issue could keep the front passenger airbag from deploying in a crash, the automaker says
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Senate moves forward with deal to end shutdown after key vote
The Senate returns on Monday to continue work on a bipartisan deal to end the government shutdown, now on Day 41. Follow live updates here.
Trump pardons Giuliani, others who allegedly tried to overturn 2020 election
President Trump has pardoned dozens of people who allegedly took part in trying to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election, including "false electors."
Supreme Court rejects bid to overturn landmark same-sex marriage decision
The Supreme Court rejected a bid by former Kentucky county clerk Kim Davis to overturn its landmark decision on same-sex marriage.
Ghislaine Maxwell plans to ask Trump to commute sentence, House Democrats say
Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking co-conspirator, is planning to apply for a commutation of her 20-year prison sentence, House Judiciary Committee Democrats say.
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FDA chief says warning labels deterred menopause care: "It's an American tragedy"
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
Supreme Court takes up dispute over counting of late-arriving mail ballots
The Supreme Court will decide whether federal law prohibits states from counting mail-in ballots that arrive after Election Day.
U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats in Pacific kill 6 more people
As in previous strikes, U.S. officials did not release the identities of those killed, or offer evidence that they were smuggling narcotics or posed a threat to the U.S.
More than 2,000 flights canceled on Sunday as Duffy warns of further reduction
The FAA ordered airlines to cut thousands of flights ahead of this weekend as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown.
What's at stake when federal research funding to universities is cut
Federal research funds are at risk as the White House pushes policy changes at universities. Researchers warn the cuts put breakthroughs in medicine, technology and national defense at risk.
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U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats in Pacific kill 6 more people, Hegseth says
As in previous strikes, U.S. officials did not release the identities of those killed, or offer evidence that they were smuggling narcotics or posed a threat to the U.S.
Stocks jump as the Senate takes steps to end the government shutdown
Wall Street was buoyed by investor optimism that the longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history could be nearing an end.
Supreme Court takes up dispute over counting of late-arriving mail ballots
The Supreme Court will decide whether federal law prohibits states from counting mail-in ballots that arrive after Election Day.
Supreme Court rejects bid to overturn landmark same-sex marriage decision
The Supreme Court rejected a bid by former Kentucky county clerk Kim Davis to overturn its landmark decision on same-sex marriage.
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Senate moves forward with deal to end shutdown after key vote
The Senate returns on Monday to continue work on a bipartisan deal to end the government shutdown, now on Day 41. Follow live updates here.
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Stocks jump as the Senate takes steps to end the government shutdown
Wall Street was buoyed by investor optimism that the longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history could be nearing an end.
Nearly 1 million bottles of Kirkland prosecco recalled from Costco
Costco said the recalled bubbly beverages could pose a "laceration hazard" to consumers.
FAA grounds MD-11 planes after deadly Kentucky crash
The Federal Aviation Administration on Saturday ordered MD-11 and MD-11F aircrafts to be grounded as authorities investigate the deadly UPS plane crash in Kentucky.
Trump calls for investigation into foreign meatpackers over U.S. beef prices
President Trump is accusing foreign-owned meat packers of driving up the price of beef in the U.S. and is asking the Department of Justice to open an investigation.
Food costs are up, but your Thanksgiving feast will cost less this year
Although grocery prices have continued to climb in 2025, a Thanksgiving dinner will cost 2% to 3% less this year, one analysis found.
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U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats in Pacific kill 6 more people, Hegseth says
As in previous strikes, U.S. officials did not release the identities of those killed, or offer evidence that they were smuggling narcotics or posed a threat to the U.S.
Supreme Court takes up dispute over counting of late-arriving mail ballots
The Supreme Court will decide whether federal law prohibits states from counting mail-in ballots that arrive after Election Day.
Supreme Court rejects bid to overturn landmark same-sex marriage decision
The Supreme Court rejected a bid by former Kentucky county clerk Kim Davis to overturn its landmark decision on same-sex marriage.
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Senate moves forward with deal to end shutdown after key vote
The Senate returns on Monday to continue work on a bipartisan deal to end the government shutdown, now on Day 41. Follow live updates here.
Trump pardons Giuliani, others who allegedly tried to overturn 2020 election
President Trump has pardoned dozens of people who allegedly took part in trying to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election, including "false electors."
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Infant botulism tied to recalled formula
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating more than a dozen cases of infant botulism tied to the formula brand ByHeart, prompting a voluntary recall of the product. Officials say there have been 13 cases across 10 states since August. No deaths have been reported.
FDA chief on change to hormone therapy labels
FDA commissioner Dr. Marty Makary joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the agency's announcement Thursday that boxed warnings will be removed from many estrogen products used for hormone therapy, a treatment that helps alleviate the symptoms of menopause.
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FDA chief says warning labels deterred menopause care: "It's an American tragedy"
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
Bearing the invisible scars of war
When the "Greatest Generation" returned home from World War II, many veterans had suffered psychic wounds that were not diagnosed or understood at the time to be PTSD. For his new book, "The Wounded Generation," historian David Nasaw researched the experiences of WWII veterans – from suffering survivor's guilt, to receiving electro-shock therapy treatments – that give insights into the emotional traumas facing veterans of all wars. Lesley Stahl reports.
Promising clinical trials in Alzheimer's prevention
Washington University Medicine in St. Louis is conducting important research into treating early-onset Alzheimer's before symptoms arise.
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U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats in Pacific kill 6 more people, Hegseth says
As in previous strikes, U.S. officials did not release the identities of those killed, or offer evidence that they were smuggling narcotics or posed a threat to the U.S.
Centuries-old shipwreck emerges on beach after deadly typhoon
"The ship's structure suggests that it was capable of long-distance voyages, likely used for maritime trade or naval operations," officials said.
U.K. sends troops and tech to Belgium after drones force airport closures
Britain and Belgium aren't blaming anyone for the mystery drones, but they're the latest in a series of airspace violations one NATO ally calls Russian "hybrid warfare."
Court orders ex-French President Nicolas Sarkozy's release from prison
A Paris court has ordered former French President Nicolas Sarkozy's release from prison less than three weeks into his five-year sentence for criminal conspiracy.
Popular rapper held after influencer found dead in hotel bathtub
Iris Hsieh was found dead on October 22 in a bathtub at a high-end hotel in the Malaysian capital.
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Billy Bob Thornton on the return of "Landman"
The actor, writer and musician has been an unconventional and unforgettable presence, from his Oscar-winning "Sling Blade," to his rock band, The Boxmasters. He's now back in Season 2 of the Paramount+ series "Landman," set in the oil fields of West Texas.
Extended interview: Billy Bob Thornton
In this web exclusive, Oscar-winning actor-writer Billy Bob Thornton talks with Lee Cowan about returning to his character Tommy Norris in the Paramount+ series "Landman," set in the oil fields of West Texas. He also discusses his rock band, The Boxmasters; his relationship to fame; and how Hollywood legend Billy Wilder changed his career.
Billy Bob Thornton on the return of "Landman"
Actor, writer and musician Billy Bob Thornton has been an unconventional and unforgettable presence, from his Oscar-winning "Sling Blade," to his rock band, The Boxmasters. He's now back in Season 2 of the Paramount+ drama series "Landman," set in the oil fields of West Texas. Thornton talks with Lee Cowan about his hillbilly roots, music, and the milestone of turning 70.
Extended interview: Jessie Buckley
In this web exclusive, Academy Award-nominee Jessie Buckley talks with Seth Doane about her latest films, "Hamnet" and "The Bride!," and of "living in an unconscious place" when creating a character.
"Hamnet" actress Jessie Buckley on how Shakespeare changed everything for her
She's been called "the acting world's best-kept secret." But Oscar-nominee Jessie Buckley's latest role, playing the wife of William Shakespeare in "Hamnet," may change that.
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Embryo testing that predicts height, IQ
Herasight is a genetic screening company that charges $50,000 to allow hopeful parents to analyze embryos for genetic information like lifespan, height and IQ in life.
Lawsuits accuse ChatGPT of enabling suicide
At least seven families are suing tech giant OpenAI, claiming that its ChatGPT program drove people to suicide and harmful delusions. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
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.
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Apple blasts EU over competition laws, warning they make "fraud and scams" more likely
Apple called out European officials in a heated letter shared with CBS News, arguing regulations that force it to accommodate smaller rivals have harmed user safety — after President Trump threatened tariffs on countries with hardline tech rules.
Meet the woman behind chart-topping AI artist Xania Monet
Artist Xania Monet's voice has been heard by millions around the world, but some are surprised to learn she's a product of artificial intelligence.
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Promising clinical trials for Alzheimer's
Recent studies have shown new antibody drugs to slow cognitive decline among people with early-onset Alzheimer's – a critical finding, given that the disease as of now has no cure. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook visits Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, which is conducting important research into treating the disease before symptoms arise. The clinical trials involve the 1 to 2 percent of people with Alzheimer's who are genetically predisposed to developing dementia. He also talks with philanthropist Bill Gates, who has already donated $300 million to support Alzheimer's research.
Embryo testing that predicts height, IQ
Herasight is a genetic screening company that charges $50,000 to allow hopeful parents to analyze embryos for genetic information like lifespan, height and IQ in life.
James Watson, co-discoverer of the shape of DNA, dies at 97
James D. Watson, who helped discover the structure of DNA, has died at 97 years old.
Hundreds of dolphins found dead in lake were in water hotter than jacuzzi
"You couldn't put your finger in the water," said the lead author of the study, which spotlights the impacts of planetary warming on aquatic ecosystems.
Videos show orcas flipping great white sharks and eating their livers
New research suggests that a pod in the Gulf of California specializes in hunting sharks.
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Trump pardons Giuliani, other key allies
President Trump has pardoned dozens of people tied to alleged efforts to overturn the outcome of the 2020 presidential election, including Rudy Giuliani and Mark Meadows. CBS News' Nancy Cordes reports.
Popular rapper held after influencer found dead in hotel bathtub
Iris Hsieh was found dead on October 22 in a bathtub at a high-end hotel in the Malaysian capital.
American found guilty of murdering his wife, her lover in France
Carles Dietrich was found guilty of killing his estranged wife and mother of his three children and her lover outside Paris in 2020.
Ghislaine Maxwell plans to ask Trump to commute sentence, House Democrats say
Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking co-conspirator, is planning to apply for a commutation of her 20-year prison sentence, House Judiciary Committee Democrats say.
MLB's Emmanuel Clase, Luis Ortiz charged with taking bribes to rig pitches for bettors
Federal agents said they arrested Luis Leandro Ortiz Ribera in Boston Sunday and also revealed the indictment against Emmanuel Clase de la Cruz.
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Building the next space station
Astronauts opened the hatch to the International Space Station for the first time 25 years ago. The station will be retired at the end of the decade and there's a new type of space race on to replace it. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.
Trump re-nominates billionaire Jared Isaacman to run NASA
President Donald Trump is nominating Jared Isaacman to serve as his NASA administrator after all.
Scientists discover black hole flare with the light of 10 trillion suns
Researcher Matthew Graham said scientists didn't initially "believe the numbers about the energy" emitting from the cosmic display.
25 years of International Space Station
Over the past 25 years, the International Space Station has hosted 280 people from 23 countries. Jericka Duncan speaks with former astronauts about their time living 250 miles above Earth.
China sends 3 taikonauts, first live mammals ever, to its space station
China has sent a new crew to its Tiangong space station, including its youngest ever taikonaut, along with the first live mammals ever sent to the station.
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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.
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Robert Redford 1936-2025
A retrospective look at the actor, director, producer, and founder of the Sundance Institute.
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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Trump suggests idea of 50-year mortgage
President Trump, in a social media post over the weekend, suggested the idea of a 50-year mortgage. It comes as the average age for a first-time home buyer has climbed to 40 years old. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains how it could impact home ownership.
Trump pardons Giuliani, dozens more
President Trump has pardoned dozens of people, including Rudy Giuliani, who were allegedly involved in the effort to overturn the 2020 election results - according to the Department of Justice's pardon attorney, Ed Martin. CBS News' Nancy Cordes has more.
2 MLB pitchers accused in betting schemes
Two Cleveland Guardians pitchers, Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase, are accused of deliberately throwing bad pitches while on the mound to help gamblers win nearly a half million dollars in prop bets. Recently, NBA figures were charged in separate betting schemes. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Trump teases potential 50-year mortgage
President Trump is floating a potential 50-year mortgage option for Americans hoping to own a home. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.
Eye Opener: Senate deal could end shutdown
Some Democrats break party ranks to advance a bill with Senate Republicans that could end the government shutdown. Plus, a potential record breaking snowstorm hits Chicago. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.