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Another major health insurer says it is substantially dropping out of Obamacare. Aetna's decision further limits choice and price competition, especially in rural America. Jan Crawford has more.
The Affordable Care Act has lost the help of Aetna--one of the largest U.S. insurance companies--after a huge financial deficit of $430 million. CBS News' Jan Crawford explains.
Aetna to stop offering health plans through Obamacare exchanges in 11 states; Berkshire Hathaway gorges on Apple shares; and VW may face federal criminal charges in "dieselgate" scandal. These headlines and more from CBS MoneyWatch.
Aetna, one of America's largest insurance companies, is scaling back on its participation of Obamacare. The company says it will only sell health insurance plans through the Affordable Care Act in four states. Aetna reported more than $430 million in losses since the exchanges opened in January of 2014. Jan Crawford reports.
With more than 43,000 people, the world-famous Cleveland Clinic is the city's largest employer. It has been ranked America's No. 1 heart hospital for 21 straight years, and overall, it is among the nation's five best hospitals. Cleveland Clinic CEO Dr. Toby Cosgrove, a cardiac surgeon and decorated war veteran who joined the hospital 41 years ago, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss Obamacare and how to bring the cost of healthcare down.
Rep. Marsha Blackburn from Tennessee reacts to the Supreme Court's decision to dodge the Obamacare birth control coverage debate. She also discusses the controversial "bathroom law," which has received major backlash from the LGBT community.
The Supreme Court ducked on a major ruling on Monday. The Court was to decide whether or not Obamacare can require religious groups to offer employees free contraception through their insurance plans. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford joins CBSN with more.
The Supreme Court has sent a case concerning Obamacare coverage for contraception back to the lower courts. Senior fellow at the Cato Institute Ilya Shapiro joins CBSN with analysis of what it means.
Nurse practitioners are providing badly needed health care to the uninsured working poor in Appalachia -- medical mercy for those left out of Obamacare and ineligible for Medicaid. Scott Pelley reports on Sunday, March 27 at 7 p.m. ET/PT.
A charity run by nuns had arguments heard by the Supreme Court Wednesday in their case against Obamacare. The "Little Sisters of the Poor" say the Affordable Care Act violates their religious beliefs due to the law's birth control provision. Jan Crawford reports.
Jan Crawford, who has covered the Supreme Court for more than 20 years, joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss the impact of Justice Antonin Scalia's death on pending policy issues before the Supreme Court as well as the hurdle President Obama faces with the GOP Senate leaders vowing to block a justice appointment.
In his weekly address, President Obama issues a reminder that enrollment through the federal healthcare exchange will remain open until Jan. 31
North Korea claims it carried out a successful hydrogen bomb test, House Speaker Paul Ryan praises Congress' efforts to repeal Obamacare, and more of the stories you're clicking on.
Rep. Vicky Hartzler, R-Missouri, promises that one of the House's first priorities will tackle a bill meant to roll back key areas of the Affordable Care Act and stop federal funding for Planned Parenthood.
Enrollment for Obamacare increases from last year, more celebrity email accounts are hacked and more. CBS News Moneywatch's Hena Daniels has today's CBSN business headlines.
The Federal Reserve is expected to raise interest rates, the deadline for coverage under Obamacare is extended and more. CBS News Moneywatch's Jill Wagner has today's CBSN business headlines.
The senate voted Wednesday night to repeal much of Obamacare, but it failed to pass new gun control measures. They included an expansion of background checks to gun shows and online purchases and preventing those on the terror watchlist from buying guns or ammunition. Four Republican senators voted in favor of expanded background checks, but presidential candidate Marco Rubio was not among them. Rubio joins “CBS This Morning" to discuss the issue of gun violence in the U.S.
The contest pits 20 cities across the country against each other to compete for the highest percentage of health insurance sign-ups through HealthCare.gov, just as open enrollment begins for Obamacare
Just over a year from now, the Affordable Care Act will force big restaurant chains to include nutrition labeling on their menus. New research finds rules already in place may not mean we eat fewer calories, but they could lead restaurants to add healthier offerings for customers. Dr. Tara Narula joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the findings.
U.S. intelligence says it's unlikely terrorism brought down the Russian plane that crashed Saturday, killing over 200 people; Fred Thompson, the actor, politician and commercial pitchman, died Sunday
The third year of open enrollment for Obamacare began this week and premiums are up, too; far up for some. Julianna Goldman reports.
Obamacare enrollment begins, Chipotle closes stores after an E. Coli outbreak, robocalls could come to mobile phones and more. CBS News Moneywatch's Jill Wagner has today's CBSN Business Headlines.
Russia held a day of mourning today to commemorate the 224 victims who died when an airplane broke apart in midflight over Egypt; today marks the start of the holiday shopping season and the national retail federation predicts that shoppers will spend up to 3.7 percent more than they did last year
Health insurance sign-up season started Sunday for year three of the Affordable Care Act. Premiums are going up an average of 7.5 percent, but they could be much higher depending on where you live.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in Congo's new Ebola disease outbreak in the eastern Ituri province, authorities said.
Louisianans voted Saturday in the state's Senate primaries as Sen. Bill Cassidy fights to hold onto his seat, facing a Trump-backed primary challenger.
Two days of talks in Washington between Lebanon and Israel produced an extension of the current ceasefire by 45 days.
Police estimated that around 60,000 people attended the "Unite the Kingdom" march, making it one of the largest right-wing mobilizations seen in Britain in recent years.
Russia's Putin will travel to Beijing next week to meet China's Xi. The announcement came one day after President Trump returned from his own summit with the Chinese leader.
Approximately 40 million people across the West depend on the Colorado River for water every single day. But the region could soon face drastic measures as the river keeps shrinking.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino joked that if someone does pay $2 million for a ticket to the World Cup final, "I will personally bring him a hot dog and a Coke."
Iran and the U.S. cut diplomatic ties in 1980, and the players are expected to use their time in Turkey to complete the necessary procedures for obtaining visas.
Venezuela's government says it has deported a close ally of Nicolás Maduro to face judicial proceedings in the U.S. less than three years he was pardoned by President Joe Biden.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino joked that if someone does pay $2 million for a ticket to the World Cup final, "I will personally bring him a hot dog and a Coke."
Approximately 40 million people across the West depend on the Colorado River for water every single day. But the region could soon face drastic measures as the river keeps shrinking.
The war with Iran has created an additional strain for farmers, raising the price of diesel by about 50%. The cost of nearly everything else, from seed to fertilizer, is rising too.
Venezuela's government says it has deported a close ally of Nicolás Maduro to face judicial proceedings in the U.S. less than three years he was pardoned by President Joe Biden.
Napoleon Solo hustled to first place at the 151st running of the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, coming out on top against 13 other horses.
No injuries have been reported because of the issue, the Food and Drug Administration said.
President Trump's trip to China could bolster economic relations, but failed to deliver a breakthrough deal, some trade and energy experts said.
College grads outearn people without a degree within 15 years, even after paying for tuition, study finds.
As Powell steps down after more than eight years leading the Federal Reserve, economists say he helped steer the U.S. through historic shocks but misread inflation.
Oklahoma has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, making it the latest state to take legal action against the popular gaming platform over child safety concerns.
Police estimated that around 60,000 people attended the "Unite the Kingdom" march, making it one of the largest right-wing mobilizations seen in Britain in recent years.
Russia's Putin will travel to Beijing next week to meet China's Xi. The announcement came one day after President Trump returned from his own summit with the Chinese leader.
Louisianans voted Saturday in the state's Senate primaries as Sen. Bill Cassidy fights to hold onto his seat, facing a Trump-backed primary challenger.
President Trump announced Friday evening that U.S. and Nigerian military forces had killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a leader in the Islamic State group.
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
Genomic analysis showed the virus found aboard the MV Hondius shows no evidence of new characteristics so far.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in Congo's new Ebola disease outbreak in the eastern Ituri province, authorities said.
Tommy Bell thought he was in good shape. But a series of heart attacks painted a more complicated picture.
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
Iran and the U.S. cut diplomatic ties in 1980, and the players are expected to use their time in Turkey to complete the necessary procedures for obtaining visas.
This year's field of 35 contestants is the smallest since 2003.
Police estimated that around 60,000 people attended the "Unite the Kingdom" march, making it one of the largest right-wing mobilizations seen in Britain in recent years.
Colombia's presidential elections are scheduled for May 31, marking the end of the term for Gustavo Petro, the country's first leftist president.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in Congo's new Ebola disease outbreak in the eastern Ituri province, authorities said.
This year's field of 35 contestants is the smallest since 2003.
The "Survivor" season 50 finale premieres on Wednesday, and "CBS Saturday Morning" meets Sarah Polakiewicz, a "Survivor" superfan in Atlanta who built her own community around the show.
Kelly Reilly, Cole Hauser, and Finn Little of "Dutton Ranch" sit down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss their characters' transitions from Montana to Texas, and more on the new "Yellowstone" spinoff.
Five-time Grammy winner and blues legend Taj Mahal is best known for hits like "Corinna" and "Statesboro Blues," and has collaborated with The Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton during his career that spans six decades. His latest album, "Time," was recorded with his long-time bandmates "The Phantom Blues Band." Here's Taj Mahal performing "Time."
Five-time Grammy winner and blues legend Taj Mahal is best known for hits like "Corinna" and "Statesboro Blues," and has collaborated with The Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton during his career that spans six decades. His latest album, "Time," was recorded with his long-time bandmates "The Phantom Blues Band." Here's Taj Mahal performing "Queen Bee."
Atlanta residents say they're waking up to traffic jams of self-driving Waymo vehicles confused by neighborhood signage.
Atlanta residents woke up to Waymo traffic jams on Friday. The driverless cars took over a quiet cul-de-sac. Skyler Henry has more details.
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.
Oklahoma has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, making it the latest state to take legal action against the popular gaming platform over child safety concerns.
President Trump's visit to Beijing comes as the U.S. and China compete for artificial intelligence supremacy. Matt Sheehan, senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, joins with analysis.
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan.
The Pentagon released UFO documents on Friday, with President Trump telling the public to "have fun" deciding for itself what is going on. Carter Evans reports.
Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi, an Iraqi national, is facing federal charges for his alleged terror plots targeting Jewish institutions around the U.S.
A terror plot targeting Jewish institutions in New York, California and Arizona has been foiled, and a man linked to the alleged scheme is under arrest on Friday. Prosecutors say the Iraqi suspect is tied to other global attacks and claim he wanted payback for the U.S. and Israeli war on Iran. Tom Hanson reports.
An Iraqi national was arrested and charged with planning to carry out several terror attacks in the U.S., including at a New York City synagogue and other prominent Jewish centers in Los Angeles and Scottsdale, Arizona. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Federal prosecutors charged an Iraqi national on Friday with planning several terrorist attacks in the U.S. as retribution for the Iran war. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi is facing federal charges for allegedly plotting several terror attacks in the U.S., including targeting a Jewish institution in New York. CBS News' Anna Schecter and Jake Rosen report.
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
In Peru, Illinois, the veterans reunite with the vintage warplanes they once flew. Noel Brennan has the story.
Anticipation is building for next month's World Cup Soccer Tournament, and so are costs, for both fans and the host cities. Adam Yamaguchi has more.
The Colorado River is on the brink of disaster. Its water is shared by seven states, which is a big part of the problem. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Workers for the busiest commuter rail service in North America are on strike. 3,500 Long Island Rail Road employees walked off the job in New York. Ali Bauman reports.
Many struggling American farmers had big hopes for President Trump's China summit. But many were still left with questions. Lana Zak reports.