How to stretch your summer vacation budget
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks to "CBS Mornings" about ways to stretch your summer vacation budget and some costly mistakes to avoid.
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AAA: U.S. gas back up to $4 a gallon average
As fighting with Iran ramps up, a gallon of regular gas is once again $4 on average, up 13 cents in one week, according to AAA. Severin Borenstein, professor at UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business, joins with analysis.
Oil prices surge as U.S.-Iran ramp up strikes
Crude oil prices surged once again after the U.S.-Iran ceasefire collapsed. CBS News contributor Javier David has more details.
Full interview: Brian Moynihan
Watch Margaret Brennan's full interview with Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan, a portion of which aired on July 19, 2026. Editor's note: This interview was taped on July 16, 2026.
Oil markets fluctuate amid U.S.-Iran war
Gas prices have increased again as tensions rise between the U.S. and Iran. Axios reporter Madison Mills explains how oil markets have reacted to the war.
Bank of America CEO on World Cup economic impact
The 2026 World Cup has been an economic boon for the host cities across the U.S., Canada and Mexico. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan spoke with Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan about the tournament's financial impact.
Warning over using AI to manage your money
Should you let artificial intelligence manage your money? While AI might be able to help you come up with a budget, experts say there are risks. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger explains.
Half of Young Adults Still Live at Home
Half of American adults under 30 are now living with their parents. Is this the new normal, or just a temporary consequence of today's housing market? Regardless, Jill advises young adults living at home to at least offer to chip in financially. Plus, Mark explains why obsessing over minimizing taxes can lead to costly investing mistakes, and Jill shares her thoughts on how friends with different income levels should approach splitting the cost of dinners, vacations, and group outings.
Here's what the Common Cents Act means for businesses, consumers
New law aims to address how businesses and consumers should transact amid the phase-out of the penny.
Fed Chair Warsh testifies about inflation
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh testified before the House Financial Services Committee Tuesday as new government data showed inflation rose 3.5% annually in June. Taurean Small reports from Washington, D.C.
Hochul halts NY data center construction
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul imposed a year-long moratorium on "hyperscale" AI data centers, halting construction as the state investigates the wider economic and environmental impacts. Shanelle Kaul explains more.
Supreme Court asks Congress for security cash
Supreme Court justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testified on Capitol Hill, advocating for the high court to receive a bigger security budget following an increase in security threats. CBS News' Jan Crawford reports.
Fed chair Kevin Warsh testifies
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh testified on Capitol Hill about the U.S. economic outlook and took questions about fiscal policy. Taurean Small has more after new data shows inflation cooled in June.
Trump drops 20% fee on cargo in strait
President Trump dropped his plan for a 20% toll on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz, saying he "decided to replace" the fee with investment deals with Gulf nations. CBS News' Aaron Navarro breaks down the latest details.
Tips to save on summer travel and staycations
With the cost of gas and airfare higher than last year, Kelly O'Grady has money-saving tips to help you plan your dream summer vacation or staycation.
New inflation data from June
Recently released Labor Department data indicates inflation cooled more than expected in June due to falling gas prices following U.S. diplomatic efforts with Iran. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady has more.
Supreme Court asks for more security funding
Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett are asking lawmakers to raise the court's security budget following an increase in threats. Jan Crawford has more details on their rare testimony.
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Jill Schlesinger answers finance questions
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger is here to help out with your financial dilemmas, from smart investing options to building college funds.
Oil prices seesaw amid U.S.-Iran tensions
Oil prices are reacting to the re-escalation of the conflict between the U.S. and Iran. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has more.
U.S. and Iran trade new strikes
The U.S. and Iran traded new attacks on Thursday ahead of the burial for Iran's former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. President Trump said Iran "wants to make a deal so badly" and threatened "much worse" strikes if Iran attacks ships again. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio has more details.
ACA enrollments drop after premiums spike
Millions of Americans are paying more or have dropped their insurance entirely after Affordable Care Act subsidies expired and insurance costs surged. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder talks about the impact of high healthcare and insurance costs.
Oil prices jump amid renewed U.S.-Iran fighting
Oil prices rose more than 7% to a two-week high after President Trump declared the Iran ceasefire over. Joseph Majkut, director of the Energy Security and Climate Change Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins with analysis.
Dow tumbles amid renewed U.S.-Iran fighting
The Dow Jones tumbled on Wednesday, closing down nearly 600 points as oil prices rose after President Trump declared the ceasefire with Iran "over." MarketWatch Washington bureau chief Rob Schroeder joins to discuss.
Oil prices up after Trump says ceasefire over
President Trump called negotiations with Iran "a waste of time" and said the ceasefire with Iran is over, shocking the stock market and spiking gas prices in reaction to the renewed unrest in the Middle East. Kelly O'Grady has more.
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Ross Fire still burning, with over 90,000 acres scorched
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
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Drone activity at border drops 75% after U.S. uses laser weapon, military says
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
Hurricane warning issued for western Hawaii as Lowell approaches
The National Hurricane Center posted a hurricane warning for western Hawaii's Kauai County as Hurricane Lowell moved toward the area as a Category 3 storm.
What's open and closed on Labor Day 2026? See which businesses are operating.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains will remain open on Labor Day, while banks will close.
Armed man arrested for allegedly charging at Democratic Ohio governor candidate
The suspect "aggressively shoved his way through the crowd" toward Amy Acton, Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene told CBS News.
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What's open and closed on Labor Day 2026? See which businesses are operating.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains will remain open on Labor Day, while banks will close.
Gas prices at record high for any Labor Day, as diesel hits all-time record
The average price of regular gas was $4.15 a gallon on Labor Day, well above the Labor Day weekend record of $3.82 from 2012, and diesel was at a new all-time record of $5.90.
Are mortgage rates heading back above 7%? Here's what experts think.
Mortgage rates have climbed sharply this year amid mounting concerns about inflation and U.S. debt.
See the U.S. cities where worker pay is rising fastest
Although worker wages have risen modestly this year, pay is increasing much faster in some metro areas than in others, labor data shows.
Employer and worker health plan costs expected to jump in 2027
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
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Drone activity at border drops 75% after U.S. uses laser weapon, military says
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
Far-right AfD wins big in German regional election, falls short of majority
Alternative for Germany failed to secure an absolute majority in the state legislature to govern alone and overcome the so-called firewall of mainstream parties' refusal to work with AfD.
Armed man arrested for allegedly charging at Democratic Ohio governor candidate
The suspect "aggressively shoved his way through the crowd" toward Amy Acton, Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene told CBS News.
GOP conference chair says Miller is "our nominee right now" despite allegations
House Republican Conference Chair Lisa McClain said she is supporting Rep. Max Miller's reelection bid for a third term because "I will support anyone with an R behind their name."
Michigan Secretary of State says voters will "know the truth" about elections
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson said she will ensure all eligible voters can submit ballots in the midterm elections, after a judge again blocked the Trump administration's mail-in voting order.
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What is postpartum psychosis?
Experts discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression), a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy.
What is postpartum psychosis?
Postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression) is a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy. Correspondent Faith Salie talks with experts about the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis; and with a mother whose experience of hallucinations and distorted reality soon after giving birth threatened her and her family.
A woman was in pain for decades. A chance meeting helped her learn why.
Dawn Jemison started dealing with pelvic pain as a preteen. It took decades to learn why — and to find a solution.
Employer and worker health plan costs expected to jump in 2027
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
Clancy trial highlights need to rethink postpartum care: "The duty is on the system"
Lindsay Clancy's case is resonating with moms across the U.S. — bringing into focus the spectrum of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and the lack of resources for many women.
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Museum to return remains of 39 people taken during colonial rule in India
The Pitt Rivers Museum, one of the world's leading institutions for anthropology, ethnology and archaeology, holds over 6,000 artifacts from the Naga community in India.
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Drone activity at border drops 75% after U.S. uses laser weapon, military says
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
25 years after 9/11, Taliban rules Afghanistan again, but with U.S. firepower
CBS News finds Taliban forces patrolling Kabul in American armored vehicles, wearing American tactical gear and carrying American weapons.
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Oil prices up as Iran says it will expand control over Strait of Hormuz
A top Iranian official says Tehran will impose an "exclusion zone" outside the Strait of Hormuz as it seeks to tighten its chokehold on tanker traffic.
Far-right AfD wins big in German regional election, falls short of majority
Alternative for Germany failed to secure an absolute majority in the state legislature to govern alone and overcome the so-called firewall of mainstream parties' refusal to work with AfD.
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Robert De Niro on helping revive Lower Manhattan after 9/11
As the dust settled on NYC following the 9/11 attacks, Robert De Niro and producer Jane Rosenthal founded the Tribeca Film Festival as a way to pull Lower Manhattan out of the ashes and help revitalize a shattered city.
Robert De Niro on helping revive Lower Manhattan after 9/11
As the dust settled on New York City following the 9/11 attacks, Robert De Niro and his longtime business partner, producer Jane Rosenthal, looked for ways to pull Lower Manhattan out of the ashes. The Tribeca Film Festival, which debuted in 2002, has not only successfully launched a new generation of filmmakers; it has also helped revitalize the city in what De Niro called "an act of defiance." Tracy Smith talks with De Niro and Rosenthal about their festival's mission: to use art as an antidote to what they see as traumatic times facing America.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who recently left us, including two-time Grammy-winning jazz singer Cassandra Wilson.
9/6: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Lee Cowan. Featured: Looking back at 9/11; Robert De Niro on revitalizing Lower Manhattan; how Gander, Newfoundland responded to 9/11; postpartum psychosis; Gloria Steinem and the founding of Ms. Magazine; and the quest for the best burger.
"Come From Away": Transforming tragedy into art, darkness into light
Irene Sankoff and David Hein discuss their acclaimed musical about the residents of Gander, Newfoundland, who offered aid and comfort to 7,000 air passengers and crew members stranded in the wake of the September 11, 2001 terror attacks.
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Self-driving AI Uber put to the test
Leigh Kiniry tests out an autonomous, AI-powered Uber in London.
FBI deputy director on using AI to fight crime
The FBI is using artificial intelligence to fight crime as it leans into targeting cartels and transnational criminal organizations. CBS News' Anna Schecter spoke with FBI Deputy Director Christopher Raia about the new technology.
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.
How AI is reshaping the U.S. Open for players and fans
At the U.S. Open, artificial intelligence is giving players and fans a new way to experience the tournament.
U.S. Open embraces artificial intelligence
At this year's U.S. Open, live artificial intelligence insights are bringing the digital world to the court, reshaping the tournament experience. CBS News digital reporter Lauren Fichten has the details.
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Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
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Detective says cruelty of woman's murder will "stay with me forever"
Lt. Dakota Black of the Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office in Shawnee, Oklahoma, says the case of Makayla Meave, a missing teacher's aide, was one of the most heart-wrenching cases of her career.
A young mom was near death from lead poisoning. Who was trying to kill her?
Hannah Pettey, 22, a married mother of two from Alabama, suffered debilitating pain and lost more than 45 pounds as her health rapidly declined. Doctors suspected either her mother or her husband were trying to poison her.
Mistrial declared in Lindsay Clancy trial
A judge in Massachusetts declared a mistrial in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, who killed her three young children, after jurors said for a third time they could not agree on a verdict.
Luxury brands' labor practices under scrutiny
Italian authorities are turning their attention to the luxury brands at the top of the fashion food chain after allegations of cheap labor and exploitation.
FBI deputy director on using AI to fight crime
The FBI is using artificial intelligence to fight crime as it leans into targeting cartels and transnational criminal organizations. CBS News' Anna Schecter spoke with FBI Deputy Director Christopher Raia about the new technology.
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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2 friends hit the road for a good cause
On today's "Beg-Knows America," David Begnaud meets two friends who hit the road for a good cause, a man who reads to shelter pets, and more.
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Is therapy speak hurting young women?
Dr. Suzanne Garfinkle-Crowell, author of "Girlhood, Translated," joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss how therapy language has changed how people talk about their feelings.
Is quitting good for you?
Journalist and author Lindsay Crouse sits down with "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new book, "The Case for Quitting: The Surprising Benefits of Opting Out."
American farmers sell herds over high costs
American farmers are struggling with drought and high feed costs, leading to some selling their herds. Ian Lee reports.