Papa John's to close 300 restaurants as it moves to cut costs
Struggling pizza chain Papa John's said it will close 200 restaurants this year and another 100 by the end of 2027.
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Pizza deliveryman's devotion earns him massive tip
Robert Peters, a devoted deliveryman for Pizza Hut, received quite a surprise from one of his customers after decades on the job. Steve Hartman shares the story in this week's "On the Road."
Pizza Hut new official NFL sponsor
The NFL has reached a multiyear agreement with Pizza Hut to become the league's official pizza replacing Papa John's.
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John Schnatter will step down as CEO of Papa John's next month. The announcement comes after Schnatter criticized the NFL over players who protest the national anthem.
Burger King is the latest chain to serve up a combo meal with their "five for $4" deal
A new trend in fast food is heating up competition. Burger King is the latest chain to serve up a combo meal with their "five for $4" deal. McDonald’s version is the “McPick 2.” Wendy’s, Pizza Hut and Papa John’s also recently announced deals. CBS News financial contributor Mellody Hobson joins “CBS This Morning” from Chicago to discuss the chains' strategies.
Papa John’s has publicly apologized to rap star Iggy Azalea after one of their employees reportedly gave out her personal phone number to one of his family members
Papa John’s has publicly apologized to rap star Iggy Azalea after one of their employees reportedly gave out her personal phone number to one of his family members.
Papa John's pizza names Shaquille O'Neal to board
Chain taps former NBA star as it tries to bounce back from sales slide following racial controversy tied to founder
Consumers ditch companies that don't stand for more than products
It's becoming vital for businesses to take a position on hot-button issues that matter to their customers
Papa John's sales plunge after racial slur controversy
It's the third straight quarter of dropping sales for a company trying to distance itself from controversial founder
Papa John's new ad features employees, not founder
The new ad by embattled pizza company Papa John's doesn't feature its founder, and WeWork now has the most office space in NYC. These headlines and more from CBS MoneyWatch.
Founder hits Papa John's with second lawsuit
After acrimonious exit, pizza chain's former CEO claims the current leadership is harming the company
Papa John's exiled founder launches SavePapaJohn's.com
John Schnatter starts a website to get his voice heard because he says the pizza chain's board wants to "silence" him
Papa John's sales fall as founder attacks CEO
John Schnatter says he is "not going away," pinning blame for poor results on restaurant chain's management
Papa John's founder: I should be back as chain's public face
John Schnatter says his persona "resonates" with consumers in pushing for return as brand rep
"Papa John" suing Papa John's
The upheaval at Papa John's continues with a lawsuit, and Amazon is on the verge of becoming the world's most valuable company. These headlines and more from CBS MoneyWatch.
Papa John's John Schnatter sues pizza chain he founded
After resigning under pressure, pizza mogul says the company treated him in a "heavy-handed" way
Papa John's fallout in Louisville
Papa John's founder John Schnatter stepped down as chairman of the company over his use of a racial slur, but his name remains on the University of Louisville's Cardinal Stadium. Now some players want it off. WLKY's Emily Maher reports.
Papa John's ending role as official NFL sponsor
Now former CEO John Schnatter created stir when he blamed league for slowing sales growth due to controversy over players kneeling for national anthem
Papa John's founder John Schnatter out as CEO
Pizza chain was forced to apologize after founder blamed NFL anthem controversy for declining sales
Papa John's apologizes for criticizing NFL anthem protests
Well-known CEO John Schnatter had blamed sluggish sales on the protests -- then company's stock fell significantly
Papa John's blames NFL anthem protests for poor pizza sales
CEO says bad TV ratings and public anger over national anthem protests are hurting pizza chain's bottom line
America's $15.5 billion Super Bowl party tab
That's a whole lot of pizza, chicken wings, salsa, chips and assorted snacks -- and a major dose of alcoholic beverages
Trump administration appears to downplay impact of green card policy changes
DHS issued a new statement portraying the green card guidance in far less sweeping ways, arguing the memo issued last week restated "longstanding law and policy."
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Trump decision on Iran deal yet to come as Hegseth talks negotiations
President Trump held a meeting with key advisers to hammer out a "final determination" on a potential deal with Iran, but no word has come on a decision.
Platner's wife told campaign about sexually explicit texts he sent other women
The wife of Democratic Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner told his campaign in 2025 about sexual messages he had sent to other women.
Meteor explodes off coast of Massachusetts, causing loud boom
NASA said the energy released when the meteor broke up was equivalent to about 300 tons of TNT.
Trump suggests canceling all musical performances at the Great American State Fair
Freedom 250, the organization behind the event, said Saturday that President Trump will kick off the event on June 24 in an opening ceremony.
Colombians, weary of violence, prepare to vote in polarizing election
A new Colombian president could be elected Sunday, but the election is likely to head to a runoff in June.
Four more Laos gold miners rescued from flooded cave
A Laos rescue organization said that the water level inside the cave had receded enough for the four miners to leave with divers.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
WHO chief visits Congo as Ebola cases spread faster than response
The health organization said latest official figures showed 906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths.
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TV bailiff accused in wife's shooting death: "I didn't pull the trigger"
Renard Spivey says he was trying to protect himself when he says his wife Patricia confronted him at gunpoint in their Houston home.
Search underway for 4 Alabama inmates who escaped correctional center
The escaped inmates were being held on various charges, including murder and first-degree robbery.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
Bus driver in deadly Virginia crash charged with involuntary manslaughter
Jing S. Dong of Staten Island, New York, was charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter, with additional charges pending, Virginia State Police said.
Moulton to take on incumbent Markey in Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary
U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton, a moderate Massachusetts Democrat, secured enough delegate support Saturday to appear on the state's primary ballot as he challenges incumbent Sen. Ed Markey.
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5 economic signals suggest U.S. consumers are feeling the strain
Consumers have kept the economy chugging along despite financial pressures. But some signs suggest they could be losing steam, experts say.
Why have tomato prices surged nearly 40% in a year?
Experts point to several factors, from tariffs to weather, behind the rapid price increase in the humble tomato.
Southwest revises its overweight passenger rules. Here's what's changing.
Southwest is walking back some recent changes in its policies for passengers who require a second seat.
Data center frenzy is spurring a jobs boomlet for blue-collar workers
The rush to build thousands of U.S. data centers is driving demand for some workers, though economists project fewer permanent jobs.
Treasury Dept. is weighing a $250 bill with Trump's image
The department said it is preparing for the banknote in response to legislation proposed last year.
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Full transcript: Cindy McCain on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 31, 2026
The following is the full transcript of the interview with Cindy McCain, executive director of the U.N. World Food Programme, a portion of which aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 24, 2026.
Moulton to take on incumbent Markey in Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary
U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton, a moderate Massachusetts Democrat, secured enough delegate support Saturday to appear on the state's primary ballot as he challenges incumbent Sen. Ed Markey.
Trump suggests canceling all musical performances at the Great American State Fair
Freedom 250, the organization behind the event, said Saturday that President Trump will kick off the event on June 24 in an opening ceremony.
Platner's wife told campaign about sexually explicit texts he sent other women
The wife of Democratic Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner told his campaign in 2025 about sexual messages he had sent to other women.
White House says Trump is in "excellent health" in results from physical
President Trump's physician said in a letter released Friday that the president is in "excellent health," following a physical earlier this week at Walter Reed National Military Hospital.
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Woman diagnosed with cancer after minor symptoms: "Couldn't believe it"
Candace Tucker thought her symptoms were benign. A colonoscopy led to an alarming diagnosis.
Trump directs CDC to align with assessment calling for fewer childhood vaccines
Earlier this year, the CDC announced updated recommendations that would reduce the number of recommended immunizations for children from 17 to 11.
Kenyan court blocks opening of U.S. Ebola quarantine center on air base
U.S. government plans to open a quarantine center for Americans exposed to Ebola on an air base in Kenya have been temporarily halted by a court order.
Ebola, hantavirus outbreaks raise questions about Trump's health agency cuts
Infectious disease specialists say the viruses are unlikely to become pandemics, but some are still raising concerns about the federal health response.
Rubio: No more Ebola patients allowed in U.S.
The Trump administration announced plans to set up an Ebola quarantine and treatment center in Kenya for Americans exposed to the deadly virus overseas. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is now saying no Ebola patients will be allowed into the U.S. Mark Strassmann reports.
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Full transcript: Cindy McCain on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 31, 2026
The following is the full transcript of the interview with Cindy McCain, executive director of the U.N. World Food Programme, a portion of which aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 24, 2026.
WHO chief visits Congo as Ebola cases spread faster than response
The health organization said latest official figures showed 906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths.
Colombians, weary of violence, prepare to vote in polarizing election
A new Colombian president could be elected Sunday, but the election is likely to head to a runoff in June.
Hegseth tones down warnings about China in visit to region
Last year, Hegseth called China a "threat" to Taiwan and said an attack might be "imminent."
Four more Laos gold miners rescued from flooded cave
A Laos rescue organization said that the water level inside the cave had receded enough for the four miners to leave with divers.
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Four more miners in Laos were freed from the cave they were trapped in for 10 days, while 2 remain missing, rescuers say. Meanwhile, uncertainty remains over an Iran ceasefire.
Peter Frampton on his first album in 16 years
Peter Frampton, a multi-Grammy Award-winning guitarist and rock legend sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" ahead of his Saturday Sessions performance to discuss his first original album in 16 years and the challenges that helped shape it.
Peter Frampton performs "Lyin'"
Peter Frampton is best known for his smash hits "Show Me the Way" and "Do You Feel Like I Do." Now, the multi-Grammy Award-winning guitarist and singer-songwriter is out with his first original album in 16 years, "Carry the Light." Here's Peter Frampton with "Lyin'."
Peter Frampton performs "Buried Treasure"
Peter Frampton is best known for his smash hits "Show Me the Way" and "Do You Feel Like I Do." Now, the multi-Grammy Award-winning guitarist and singer-songwriter is out with his first original album in 16 years, "Carry the Light." Here's Peter Frampton with "Buried Treasure."
AI movie "Dreams of Violets" premiering
A new movie titled "Dreams of Violets," with images fully generated by artificial intelligence, is set to premiere next month. Jo Ling Kent reports on the film made with no lights, no cameras and no actors.
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Why did Trump postpone signing an order on AI?
Last week, President Trump was expected to sign an executive order on artificial intelligence, but abruptly postponed the event. Politico White House reporter Diana Nerozzi joins to examine what happened.
Is AI a helpful tool for finding love?
Dating apps are matching up with artificial intelligence as romance-seekers demand new ways to find love. Venture capitalist Matt Shumer joins "CBS Mornings" with more 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.
Examining the public sentiment on AI
Pope Leo has released the first encyclical of his papacy, focusing on humanity and, in part, warning of the risks posed by the growing use of artificial intelligence. The message comes amid growing dissent among young people over AI. Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, joins to discuss.
Google worker arrested over Polymarket bets
A Google employee has been arrested for allegedly using insider information to make $1 million on Polymarket. Dustin Gouker, publisher of the Event Horizon newsletter on prediction markets, joins CBS News to discuss.
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New species of blue octopus discovered 5,900 feet underwater
The new species, named Microeledone galapagensis, has a blue hue, which is believed to be the rarest color in nature.
What we know about new UFO file release
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
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Deputy Spivey on Trial
A TV bailiff accused of murdering his wife is determined to prove his innocence. "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales reports.
TV bailiff accused in wife's shooting death: "I didn't pull the trigger"
Renard Spivey says he was trying to protect himself when he says his wife Patricia confronted him at gunpoint in their Houston home.
California voters' top concern includes crime
In California, voters across the state head to the polls next week to choose new leaders. In Los Angeles, the race for mayor is hotly contested, and so is the issue of crime. Adam Yamaguchi is there with more.
Pam Bondi testifying on Epstein
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi was heckled by Epstein abuse survivors before she entered a closed-door interview to testify for House Oversight Committee members about the Justice Department's Epstein probe. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports.
Pam Bondi testifying on Epstein files
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi is testifying privately before members of the House Oversight Committee on the botched Justice Department rollout of the Epstein files. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
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NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
Blue Origin assesses impact of New Glenn explosion
Blue Origin assess the impact of Thursday's New Glenn explosion, prompting concern about NASA moon program delays.
Blue micromoon makes rare appearance this weekend
A rare blue micromoon will appear in night skies this weekend. Here's what to expect.
NASA's moon base plans include landers, buggies and drones for 2028 mission
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, Astrolab, Lunar Outpost and Firefly Aerospace are awarded with hundreds of millions of dollars in NASA contracts for the first phase of its moon base plans.
China launches spacecraft with astronaut set to remain in space for a year
China has launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with three astronauts heading to its space station.
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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.
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?
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Deputy Spivey on Trial
A TV bailiff accused of murdering his wife is determined to prove his innocence. "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales reports.
77-year-old harnesses social media
A 77-year-old museum curator for the National Gallery of Art coopted modern slang to bridge a generational divide. Nancy Cordes has the story.
A look at lunar rovers for NASA
Despite the Blue Origin explosion setback for NASA this week, its plan to return to the moon took a giant leap forward, ordering rovers for its planned lunar base. Kris Van Cleave has more details.
Suspected meteor heard around Boston
Security cameras captured a sound rattling nerves and windows near Boston and into Rhode Island. Scientists say it's a type of suspected meteor that explodes in the Earth's atmosphere.
California voters' top concern includes crime
In California, voters across the state head to the polls next week to choose new leaders. In Los Angeles, the race for mayor is hotly contested, and so is the issue of crime. Adam Yamaguchi is there with more.