Nearly three-quarters of millennials live paycheck to paycheck
Hefty debt and caring for loved ones are weighing on the nation's largest population group, according to a new poll.
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Millennials, Gen Zers take to the seas
More millennials and Gen Zers are taking cruise vacations. President and chief experience officer of Virgin Voyages, Nirmal Saverimuttu, joins CBS News Mornings to discuss what's bringing out a younger crowd.
How millennials are planning for retirement
CBS MoneyWatch associate editor Aimee Picchi joins Errol Barnett and Lana Zak to discuss millennials' financial plans for retirement and how they differ from those of an older generation.
The millennial plan for retirement: Getting help from their kids
About 1 in 5 millennials is counting on their children to support them in old age, and less than half are banking on Social Security.
Dating expert gives tips on creating profiles
More and more relationships are beginning online in a post-pandemic world. Dating coach and psychologist Dr. Holly Battey spoke with Catherine Herridge about the safest and most effective ways to find love online.
Boomer homebuying bonanza
Baby boomers are outbuying and outbidding millennials in the U.S. housing market. Senior real estate reporter with Insider, James Rodriguez, joined CBS News to break down the trends among homebuyers.
Millennials may be on verge of midlife crises
Margie Lachman, Fierman Professor of Psychology at Brandeis University and the director of the university's Lifespan Development Lab, joins CBS News to discuss midlife crises and how millennials may react to this milestone.
Americans in their 30s struggle with debt
Americans in their 30s are struggling with mounting debt, surpassing other age groups, and rising interest rates are making it harder to pay the bills. CBS News' Tony Dokoupil and Lilia Luciano are joined by Yahoo Finance reporter Akiko Fujita.
Young adults struggle to save money
New York Times business reporter Isabella Simonetti joined "CBS News Mornings" to discuss how Gen Zers and millennials are handling their finances during a time of economic instability.
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Russia launches new missile attack on Ukraine; Gen Z and millennials struggle to save money.
Pickup trucks: America's favorite wheels
Pickup trucks account for three of the industry's Top five bestselling vehicles this year. And they're not just popular in farm states; millennials are buying the most new trucks these days, many with no desire to haul anything more than a bag of groceries. Correspondent Lee Cowan looks at how the humble pickup is evolving, growing, and hauling in a new generation of fans.
Historical elections in the U.S.
Several races across the country made history this election season. CBS News Anchors Lana Zak and Errol Barnett spoke with the director of the University of Virginia's Center for Politics, Larry Sabato, about what this means for the U.S.
Younger generations pay the most in bank fees, report finds
Millennials typically pay about $16 a month in bank fees — eight times what the average baby boomer pays.
"Blue's Clues" Steve's message to fans
Steve Burns, the former host of the children's show "Blue's Clues" posted an emotional video to the grown-up fans of the show he left behind. ("Blues Clues" is part of Nickelodeon, a division of ViacomCBS)
GOP and the generational divide over climate change
Benji Backer, president and founder of the American Conservative Coalition, joins CBSN's Lana Zak with his insight into what is driving this generational gap over climate change and why the Republican Party has to move past being the party of climate denial.
Independent parties may shift Puerto Rico politics
The election results in Puerto Rico have given many young voters hope they can change the island's future. A surge in independent voters is causing a break from the traditional two-party system, both rooted in the future of the island's statehood. Time Magazine fact-checker Mariah Espada joined CBSN to explain why younger voters are turning to new parties and how that is influencing Congress on the mainland.
Young Americans lack knowledge about Holocaust
A disturbing new survey finds a lack of basic knowledge about the Holocaust among young Americans. Almost half of Americans between the ages of 18 and 39 couldn't name a single concentration camp or ghetto, and nearly two-thirds did not know that six million Jews were murdered by the Nazis. Gideon Taylor, the president of the Conference on Jewish Material Claims against Germany, joined CBSN with more.
Trump administration weighs TikTok ban
President Trump and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said they are considering a ban of the popular social media app TikTok, citing national security concerns over the platform's ties to the Chinese government. Wired editor-in-chief Nick Thompson joins CBSN's Errol Barnett to discuss.
Texas hospitals inundated with virus patients
Just weeks after re-opening the economy, Texas is once again calling businesses like bars and restaurants to reduce service and capacity as coronavirus cases in the state peak at record highs. Janet Shamlian reports.
Seniors and millennials share their movie love virtually
Young NYC filmmakers and retirement home residents in Calif. and Mo. join together for a quarantine-inspired event: The Long Distance Movie Club
A quarantine movie club for seniors, millennials
Millennial filmmakers Ellie Sachs and Matt Starr, who recently shot a remake of Woody Allen's "Annie Hall" starring seniors in New York City, have found a new way for the younger and older generations to connect since the COVID-19 quarantine began: They have been getting together virtually with residents of retirement homes every two weeks for a new ritual: Long Distance Movie Nights, watching films of a bygone era together, opening windows of personal memories. Correspondent Serena Altschul reports.
Young adults make up nearly a third of U.S. coronavirus cases
Many young people flocked to spring break, unworried about coronavirus – but they're not as invincible as they may think.
Survey finds younger generations are lonelier
According to a new survey, loneliness is on the rise. Millennials and members of Generation Z reported feeling lonelier than older generations. "CBS Evening News" anchor Norah O'Donnell has more.
Survey finds younger generations are lonelier than boomers
The Cigna 2020 Loneliness Index found 61% of adults reported feeling lonely.
Why wine sales are falling for the first time in 25 years
Wine consumption in the U.S. slowed for the first time in 25 years, thanks in part to young adults' changing tastes.
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What's in the debt ceiling deal — and what's not
Congress may vote as soon as this week on the debt ceiling deal reached by the White House and House Republicans.
Turkey's President Erdogan wins runoff, set to remain in power until 2028
Turkey's Supreme Election Council chairman said Erdogan had received 52.14% of the votes.
Forward march: Military bases removing names of Confederates
The U.S. Army is stripping the names of Confederate generals from bases like Fort Pickett in Virginia, to be replaced with those of American heroes and heroines, including people of color. "Commemoration is about our values," says one retired general.
Escaped Ohio prison inmate Bradley Gillespie found dead in Ohio River
Bradley Gillespie escaped from an Ohio prison with another inmate, James Lee, who was previously captured.
Josef Newgarden wins 2023 Indy 500
In a fight until the finish, Newgarden caught up with the reigning champion Ericsson in the final lap, taking the lead and finishing in first.
3 dead, 5 injured in motorcycle gang shooting in New Mexico
On Saturday at about 5 p.m., gunshots were fired at the 2023 Red River Memorial Day Motorcycle Rally, the New Mexico Department of Public Safety said.
Hakeem Jeffries expects Dem support for debt ceiling deal
The House Democratic leader said he can guarantee the U.S. will not default on its debt.
2 more horses die at Churchill Downs, marking 12 deaths this month
The Kentucky Derby horses were euthanized after suffering serious injuries in races on Friday and Saturday.
Remembering murdered journalist George Polk
This month marks 75 years since the legendary newsman was murdered while covering a civil war in Greece. CBS News' Steven Portnoy reflects on journalists who are targeted for seeking to expose the truth.
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Escaped Ohio prison inmate Bradley Gillespie found dead in Ohio River
Bradley Gillespie escaped from an Ohio prison with another inmate, James Lee, who was previously captured.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation," May 28, 2023
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Microsoft president and vice chair Brad Smith join Margaret Brennan.
Woman seriously injured in Minnesota bear attack
A woman was seriously hurt in a black bear attack near Gull Lake, Minnesota, after she went outside to check on her dog.
Josef Newgarden wins 2023 Indy 500
In a fight until the finish, Newgarden caught up with the reigning champion Ericsson in the final lap, taking the lead and finishing in first.
Remains of WWII airman identified nearly 80 years after his death
Military authorities say Tech. Sgt. James Howie, an Army Air Force member from Illinois, was identified using DNA testing nearly eight decades after he was killed during World War II.
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Celebrating monumental mistakes at the Museum of Failure
From Ford's Edsel to bottled water with flavoring for pets, notorious corporate and marketing missteps are featured in a traveling exhibition, "The Museum of Failure," now on display in Brooklyn.
Russia's war in Ukraine is spurring investments in renewable energy
Investments in solar recently overtook oil for the first time, but the world still needs scale back fossil fuels to meet climate goals, energy group says.
Immigrants now represent a record share of U.S. workers
Almost 1 in 5 workers are now foreign-born, reversing a pandemic decline when immigration slowed.
Debt ceiling deadline is now June 5, Yellen says
Time is running short for House Republicans and the White House to reach an agreement on the debt ceiling to avoid default.
Where to go this summer for a family friendly vacation overseas
Flights to some parts of the globe are expected to be pricey, but there are still relative bargains to be found.
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation," May 28, 2023
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Microsoft president and vice chair Brad Smith join Margaret Brennan.
What's in the debt ceiling deal — and what's not
Congress may vote as soon as this week on the debt ceiling deal reached by the White House and House Republicans.
Turkey's President Erdogan wins runoff, set to remain in power until 2028
Turkey's Supreme Election Council chairman said Erdogan had received 52.14% of the votes.
Hakeem Jeffries expects Dem support for debt ceiling deal
The House Democratic leader said he can guarantee the U.S. will not default on its debt.
Transcript: Austan Goolsbee, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago president and CEO, "Face the Nation," May 28, 2023
The following is a transcript of an interview with Austan Goolsbee, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago president and CEO, that aired on "Face the Nation" on May 28, 2023.
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COVID hospitalizations reach new record low nationwide, CDC says
This is the first time fewer than 9,000 new weekly admissions were reported.
Should you take off your shoes in the house? Scientists weigh in.
You probably clean your shoes if you step in something muddy or disgusting. But when you get home, do you always de-shoe at the door?
Musk startup says it's been cleared to test brain implants in humans
Musk said the company would try to use the implants to restore vision and mobility in humans who had lost such abilities.
Pfizer's Paxlovid still free, for now, after FDA grants full approval
Paxlovid, Pfizer's COVID-19 treatment pills, could go to the private market by late summer.
Long COVID includes these 12 symptoms, new study finds
A new study funded by the National Institutes of Health brings more understanding to the symptoms of long COVID, with the aim of helping lead to much-needed treatment options.
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Turkey's President Erdogan wins runoff, set to remain in power until 2028
Turkey's Supreme Election Council chairman said Erdogan had received 52.14% of the votes.
Transcript: Austan Goolsbee, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago president and CEO, "Face the Nation," May 28, 2023
The following is a transcript of an interview with Austan Goolsbee, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago president and CEO, that aired on "Face the Nation" on May 28, 2023.
Transcript: Rep. French Hill of Arkansas on "Face the Nation," May 28, 2023
The following is a transcript of an interview with Rep. French Hill, Republican of Arkansas, that aired on "Face the Nation" on May 28, 2023.
Transcript: House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries on "Face the Nation," May 28, 2023
The following is a transcript of an interview with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries that aired on "Face the Nation" on May 28, 2023.
Transcript: Brad Smith, Microsoft president and vice chair, on "Face the Nation," May 28, 2023
The following is a transcript of an interview with Microsoft president and vice chair Brad Smith that aired on "Face the Nation" on May 28, 2023.
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Author Isabel Allende on how writing "gave me a voice when I had no voice"
The 80-year-old Chilean-born writer, whose latest novel is "The Wind Knows My Name," talks about her tumultuous family history, and the passion and courage of her stories' female characters.
Author Isabel Allende on "The Wind Knows My Name"
Chilean-born author Isabel Allende has written more than two dozen books that have been translated into some 40 languages. The 80-year-old Allende, whose latest novel is "The Wind Knows My Name," talks with correspondent Rita Braver about her tumultuous family history, which inspired her stories' passionate and courageous characters; how her 1982 bestseller "House of the Spirits" changed her life; and about her foundation, which supports groups trying to help young girls at risk around the world.
Broadway showstopper Lillias White on giving audiences "my entire heart"
For the 71-year-old Tony-winner, now appearing in "Hadestown," it all began as a child in Brooklyn, N.Y., when relatives encouraged her to dance and sing on her grandmother's dining room table.
Broadway star Lillias White
For Broadway veteran Lillias White, it all began as a child in Brooklyn, N.Y., when relatives encouraged her to dance and sing on her grandmother's dining room table. The 71-year-old actress, who won a Tony Award for "The Life," is now starring in the Broadway musical "Hadestown." She talks with correspondent Mo Rocca about her role models growing up; her relationship with the audience; and setting the standard for singing standards.
Arnold Schwarzenegger on demanding a cleaner environment: "That's my crusade"
At 75, an age when most people are retired, Arnold Schwarzenegger is still an action hero, battling bad guys on screen and addressing climate pollution in real life.
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Full interview: Brad Smith
Brad Smith, the president and vice chair of Microsoft, joins ""Face the Nation"" to discuss the future of AI — and if it could face government regulation.
Smith on "real concern" about Chinese malware
The hacking operation code-named "Volt Typhoon" that targeted critical infrastructure in Guam and other locations in the United States is of "real concern," Microsoft president and vice chair Brad Smith tells "Face the Nation." Watch more of Margaret Brennan's interview with Smith Sunday on "Face the Nation."
Musk startup says it's been cleared to test brain implants in humans
Musk said the company would try to use the implants to restore vision and mobility in humans who had lost such abilities.
Private moon race ready for liftoff
As part of "CBS Mornings'" "American Innovation" series, Mark Strassmann reports on space quickly becoming the next economic frontier, if you can stick the landing.
Former Google executive speaks out against AI
Nearly 20 years ago, the movie "I, Robot" warned of an impending robot revolution powered by artificial intelligence that views humanity as "scum." Now, what was once science fiction has become a paramount concern for tech executives and futurists. Mo Gawdat, former chief business officer for Google's secretive research and development lab "X," joins CBS News to discuss the future of AI.
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Hurricanes and climate change: What's the connection?
Science tells us there's a connection between hurricanes and climate change. But how strong is it? And what can we expect for the future?
Unorthodox crops could be the future of food
Some scientists believe America's breadbasket could soon be at risk of potentially emptying, and they're warning a relentless drought is harming the nation's wheat crops. Science journalist Jenny Morber, who reports on climate resiliency and food, joined CBS News to discuss how researchers are trying to solve the problem.
Supreme Court weakens EPA power over wetlands
The Supreme Court has again weakened the power of the Environmental Protection Agency. This time it involves wetlands. Jess Bravin, Supreme Court correspondent for the Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News to break down the court's latest ruling and its implications for the environment.
Italy leads revolt against Europe's electric vehicle transition
PM Giorgia Meloni's far-right government tried and failed to block EU plans to ban all new fossil fuel-powered cars by 2035, but it's not giving up the fight entirely.
3 states reach deal on Colorado River water
Three of the seven Colorado River states - California, Arizona and Nevada - have agreed to cut their water usage by 3 million acre-feet by 2026. Some 40 million people and more than two dozen Native American tribes depend on the Colorado River. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy breaks down the details of the historic deal.
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Escaped Ohio prison inmate Bradley Gillespie found dead in Ohio River
Bradley Gillespie escaped from an Ohio prison with another inmate, James Lee, who was previously captured.
3 dead, 5 injured in motorcycle gang shooting in New Mexico
On Saturday at about 5 p.m., gunshots were fired at the 2023 Red River Memorial Day Motorcycle Rally, the New Mexico Department of Public Safety said.
Would Gabby Petito be alive if abuse warning signs were acted on earlier?
Gabby Petito, 22, died at the hands of her fiancé, Brian Laundrie. Now, her parents are asking if her murder could have been prevented, and hope others can be saved by learning her story.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton impeached
Ken Paxton, the embattled attorney general of Texas, was decisively impeached Saturday by the state House. The 20 articles of impeachment against Paxton included accusations of bribery, obstruction of justice and abuse of the public trust.
Funeral director pleads guilty to theft after decomposing bodies discovered
Randy Lankford, owner of Lankford Funeral Home and Family Center in Jeffersonville, faces a proposed sentence of 12 years.
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Virgin Galactic returns to space with successful sub-orbital test flight
The first crewed flight of Virgin's spaceplane in two years sets the stage for customers to begin flights to the edge of space in June.
Astronaut Peggy Whitson touts commercial spaceflight, private space stations
In an interview with CBS News, Peggy Whitson discusses her commercial visit to the International Space Station.
Russian cargo ship docks at space station amid commercial crew visit
The Ax-2 private astronaut mission, two cargo launches and multiple spacewalks highlight a busy early summer aboard space station.
A Japanese lunar lander crashed on the moon. NASA just found the evidence.
A camera team was able to identify what NASA called "an unusual surface change" near where the lander was supposed to end up.
See stunning images of the sun by Earth's most powerful telescope
The incredible photos show sunspots and quiet areas on the sun's topmost layer.
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Summer music heats up 2023
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
N.J. woman survives a home invasion, brutal stabbing by a young stranger
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
How investigators solved murder of missing Florida woman
Vero Beach Police investigators focused on cellphone tower pings and surveillance footage cameras to catch a man who murdered his former girlfriend.
Lamar Johnson's 28-year fight for freedom
Lamar Johnson was convicted of Markus Boyd's murder in 1995. He always insisted he was innocent, but it would take almost three decades for a court to agree.
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60 Minutes: Revisiting the Past
For 60 Minutes Presents, Anderson Cooper and Lesley Stahl look at stories from history that carry lessons for the present.
Reclaiming history on a former plantation
An Air Force veteran wanted a new house for large family gatherings; he ended up getting an incredible link to his family’s past.
The dark legacy of Canada's residential schools
Archeologists detected what they believed to be 200 unmarked graves at a residential school in Canada, bringing new attention to one of the country's most shameful chapters. Anderson Cooper reports.
Rick Rubin: The 60 Minutes Interview
As an NYU college student, Rick Rubin launched Def Jam Recordings some 40 years ago and has been a hitmaker ever since. Anderson Cooper interviews the music producer about his unique approach.
Rehabilitating Gorongosa National Park
Gorongosa was devastated by years of war, but now the park, and the people around it, are getting new opportunities thanks to philanthropist Greg Carr's nonprofit foundation.