Why Musk's bitcoin U-turn caused a crypto crash
Prices of bitcoin and other cryptos plunged after Tesla CEO reversed decision to accept digital currency as payment.
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How cryptocurrency impacts the environment
Customers will no longer be able to buy their Teslas in Bitcoin after Elon Musk announced Wednesday the company will stop accepting the cryptocurrency because of its environmental toll. Errol Barnett explains.
Tesla will no longer accept Bitcoin payments, citing environment
A 2019 study concluded that the entire Bitcoin network was responsible for up to 22.9 million tons of CO2 per year.
Elon Musk & tariffs
President Trump called out tweets sent by Tesla founder Elon Musk about the car industry during the announcement about new tariffs.
CBS News investigation: Kids mining Cobalt
A CBS News investigation found that children are mining cobalt, an expensive metal used in batteries that power smartphones and electric cars. Foreign affairs columnist Bobby Ghosh speaks to CBSN about what companies like Apple and Tesla are trying to do to clean up their supply chains.
21st century space race
We watched in awe last week as SpaceX launched a Tesla Roadster into deep space. The Roadster can still be seen through powerful telescopes as a tiny speck drifting across the sky. It escaped the pull of Earth's gravity Sunday. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Is Elon Musk's Tesla now just space junk?
Billionaire Elon Musk launched his $250,000 Tesla sports car into space Tuesday. The launch created a mesmerizing sight for viewers, but is raising questions about if Musk is the first interplanetary litterbug. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer and planetarium director for Philadelphia's Franklin Institute, speaks to CBSN about what space junk is and the dangers it poses.
Elon Musk on successful Falcon Heavy launch
The SpaceX founder and CEO held a press conference hours after the Falcon Heavy successfully launched from Kennedy Space Center on Tuesday. Watch his remarks here.
Watch: SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy
SpaceX's Falcon Heavy, the world's most powerful rocket, thundered to life Tuesday and shot away from Florida on the power of 27 engines and nearly 5 million pounds of thrust, kicking off a spectacular maiden flight to send founder Elon Musk's cherry red Tesla Roadster on a "just for fun" journey beyond the orbit of Mars.
SpaceX to launch Tesla into space
SpaceX founder Elon Musk is planning to launch his Tesla Roadster into space Tuesday. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins CBSN to chat about the Falcon Heavy launch -- which will feature the most powerful rocket since Saturn V, which last flew in 1973.
SpaceX preps for Falcon Heavy launch
A new SpaceX rocket blasting off on its long-awaited maiden flight this Tuesday -- the Falcon Heavy -- promises to put on a spectacular show as the world's most powerful booster climbs away from the Kennedy Space Center's historic pad 39A atop nearly 5 million pounds of thrust from 27 engines, nine in each of three core stages.
Tesla battery record
Tesla's enormous lithium-ion battery reportedly had a record response to recent power outages in Australia. The battery was installed earlier this month. CBSN's Brook Silva-Braga has the story.
Tesla turns on world's biggest lithium-ion battery
Tesla has switched on the world's biggest lithium-ion battery in South Australia. Here's what you need to know.
Obscure mineral in demand
The rising demand for an obscure mineral is posing problems for the production of different products. Don Dahler has the story.
Best cars for 2018
CBS News has compiled a list of the best cars for 2018, based on awards given by Kelley Blue Book. Tim Stevens, editor-in-chief of CNET's "Roadshow," spoke to CBSN about which cars stand out, as well as Tesla's newly announced truck.
Tesla's electric semi-trucks
Tesla unveiled an electric semi-truck on Thursday, set to be released in 2019. It comes as Tesla faces challenges when it comes to delivering its most affordable vehicle. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
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.
What's behind electric car push?
The two largest automakers in the U.S. are stepping up efforts to roll out electric vehicles. General Motors announced it will introduce at least 20 all-electric vehicles by 2023 and Ford created a group to deliver 13 models over the next five years. CBS News contributor and Wired editor-in-chief Nicholas Thompson joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss how Tesla helped spur the push, and why infrastructure to support electric cars appears soon to follow.
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Tesla Model 3
Tesla delivered its first Model 3 electric cars Friday night. The car is already a hot seller, and CEO Elon Musk admits it won't be easy to meet high production goals. John Blackstone has more.
Tesla unveils Model 3
The mystery may be over for a handful of car owners, but the questions remain for hundreds of thousands more, and for the company behind an enigmatic new car. Friday night, Tesla began delivering its Model 3 electric car - its most affordable vehicle yet. CEO Elon Musk is making a risky bet that the Model 3 could make electric cars mainstream. John Blackstone reports.
Tesla Model 3
Elon Musk is rolling out a new, more affordable electric car. Tim Stevens, CNET's Roadshow editor-in-chief, joins CBSN with everything you need to know about the Tesla Model 3.
Tesla's Model 3 on sale by Friday?
Tesla's long-awaited, affordable electric car could start rolling off the assembly line on Friday. Tesla CEO and founder Elon Musk tweeted the new Model 3 passed its regulatory requirements ahead of schedule. Editor-in-chief of automotive site Roadshow, Tim Stevens, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the importance of a successful rollout and the key differences between this model and Tesla's other cars.
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Some Uber employees launched a petition to keep CEO Travis Kalanick, and Tesla may launch a music streaming service. These headlines and more from CBS MoneyWatch
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Health reform bill would leave 23m more uninsured; Fed primed to hike interest rates; and Tesla workers raise safety concerns. These headlines and more from CBS MoneyWatch.
Old Dominion shooter was imprisoned for trying to support ISIS, sources say
One person was killed and two others were hurt in a shooting on the campus of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, police said.
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Iran's supreme leader gives first statement as oil prices go up, markets down
Iran's relentless attacks on Gulf states and infrastructure appear to be overshadowing interventions by the U.S. and its allies aimed at easing energy prices.
What we know about the Michigan synagogue attack
The attacker rammed a vehicle into the synagogue and was confronted and killed by security, Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard said.
U.S. military plane crashes in Iraq, status of crew is unknown, officials says
An aerial refueling tanker was believed to have been one of two planes hit by shoulder-launched missiles, U.S. officials said.
Senate fails again to advance DHS funding as tempers flare over stalemate
The Senate failed for a fourth time to advance a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security, with no deal in sight.
What will it take for ships to brave the Strait of Hormuz again?
Energy prices won't ease up until the Strait of Hormuz is secure, experts say. Here's what it will take to get the oil flowing again.
Trump weighs Jones Act waiver amid rising fuel prices, White House says
Easing the century-old shipping law could help lower fuel prices as the Iran war pushes crude oil near $100 a barrel, experts say.
FBI closes 2020 election fraud inquiry demanded by NV's top federal prosecutor
The FBI found only 38 non-citizens may have voted in the 2020 presidential election in the inquiry ordered by Sigal Chattah, Nevada's top federal prosecutor.
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White House mulls defunding civil rights election observer program
The federal observer program sends neutral observers to monitor election sites to ensure voters don't experience discrimination at the polls.
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U.S. military plane crashes in Iraq as status of crew is unknown, officials said
An aerial refueling tanker was believed to have been one of two planes hit by shoulder-launched missiles, U.S. officials said.
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White House mulls defunding civil rights election observer program
The federal observer program sends neutral observers to monitor election sites to ensure voters don't experience discrimination at the polls.
FBI closes 2020 election fraud inquiry demanded by NV's top federal prosecutor
The FBI found only 38 non-citizens may have voted in the 2020 presidential election in the inquiry ordered by Sigal Chattah, Nevada's top federal prosecutor.
Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
What will it take for ships to brave the Strait of Hormuz again?
Energy prices won't ease up until the Strait of Hormuz is secure, experts say. Here's what it will take to get the oil flowing again.
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Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
What will it take for ships to brave the Strait of Hormuz again?
Energy prices won't ease up until the Strait of Hormuz is secure, experts say. Here's what it will take to get the oil flowing again.
Trump weighs Jones Act waiver amid rising fuel prices, White House says
Easing the century-old shipping law could help lower fuel prices as the Iran war pushes crude oil near $100 a barrel, experts say.
Lawsuit alleges David Protein understates calories and fat of its bars
Plaintiffs claim that David Protein bars contain "way more" calories and fat than what's displayed on the label.
Massive emergency oil release fails to stem investor fears
Attacks on shipping traffic and energy infrastructure in the Persian Gulf temporarily pushed oil back above $100 a barrel, stoking investor fears.
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U.S. military plane crashes in Iraq as status of crew is unknown, officials said
An aerial refueling tanker was believed to have been one of two planes hit by shoulder-launched missiles, U.S. officials said.
Exclusive
White House mulls defunding civil rights election observer program
The federal observer program sends neutral observers to monitor election sites to ensure voters don't experience discrimination at the polls.
FBI closes 2020 election fraud inquiry demanded by NV's top federal prosecutor
The FBI found only 38 non-citizens may have voted in the 2020 presidential election in the inquiry ordered by Sigal Chattah, Nevada's top federal prosecutor.
Senate passes sweeping bipartisan housing bill, but House roadblocks remain
The Senate approved a package of bills aimed at lowering housing costs, the most sweeping housing legislation in decades and a rare point of bipartisan consensus in an election year, with the issue of affordability top of mind for many voters.
Dad of 3 felt forced to quit TSA job amid shutdown: "Family has to come first"
More than 300 TSA officers have quit since the partial government shutdown began last month, according to agency statistics obtained by CBS News.
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Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
Disease once linked to mining hits workers in countertops industry
Crystalline silica, which is released into the air when workers cut and polish engineered stone for kitchen countertops, can scar human lungs beyond repair.
"I was fighting to survive": Patients still struggle with preauthorization hurdles
Last summer, the Trump administration announced a voluntary pledge by health insurers to reform prior authorization, but patient advocates and medical providers remain skeptical.
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There's one building in LA with 89 registered hospices: "Ground zero" for fraud?
A CBS News analysis of records for every hospice operating in Los Angeles County finds indications of fraud are growing.
Raw oysters and clams recalled in 9 states over norovirus risks
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
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U.S. military plane crashes in Iraq as status of crew is unknown, officials said
An aerial refueling tanker was believed to have been one of two planes hit by shoulder-launched missiles, U.S. officials said.
Iran shares first statement attributed to its new supreme leader
Iranian state media say the country's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, in his first public statement, has called for the Strait of Hormuz to remain shut.
How do other countries view the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran?
CBS News journalists offer international perspectives from leaders and citizens in a number of countries as the Iran war nears the two-week mark.
Paralympian Oksana Masters "on top of the world" after winning 22nd medal
Oksana Masters said she was shocked to win her 22nd Paralympic Medal in Milan.
Giant underground pipe mysteriously rises over 30 feet in Japan
The pipe, with a diameter of 11.5 feet, towered as high as 42 feet at one point, according to the Osaka construction department.
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Misty Copeland fires back at Timothée Chalamet ballet, opera comments
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
John Grisham on his first-ever spy novel
John Grisham, who has written 52 bestsellers, reveals the name of his new novel on "CBS Mornings" and talks about how writing about espionage compares to his legal thrillers.
Spoiler alert! Latest "Survivor elimination
The fourth contestant eliminated from "Survivor: In the Hands of the Fans" joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss being voted off and playing the game again.
Misty Copeland on Timothée Chalamet comments
Misty Copeland, the first Black female principal dancer for the American Ballet Theater, said Timothée Chalamet "wouldn't be an actor and have the opportunities he has as a movie star if it weren't for opera and ballet and their relevance in that medium." Her response comes after Chalamet's comments on ballet and opera sparked backlash.
Oscars 2026: Behind the scenes with the best supporting actor nominees
Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best supporting actor at the 98th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
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How Pentagon-Anthropic AI dispute escalated
The Trump administration has blacklisted AI giant Anthropic, labeling it a supply chain risk. The company has sued in response. New York Times tech reporter Sheera Frenkel joins CBS News to break down the feud.
Memory chip shortage could raise tech prices
An explosion in artificial intelligence data centers and cloud computing is shrinking the supply of memory chips, which is having a major impact on the price consumers pay for everyday tech. CNET editor-in-chief David Katzmaier joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
What is XMoney, Elon Musk's new digital payments platform?
Elon Musk said his long-planned payments platform, dubbed XMoney, is set to launch for select users. Here's what to know.
How Hollywood is grappling with AI
AI-generated artist Tilly Norwood and the company behind her released a new music video speaking directly to her critics. As AI evolves, Hollywood faces questions over legal protections, copyright infringement and human labor. Jo Ling Kent reports.
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Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
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Sen. Gary Peters on Michigan synagogue attack
Security staffers killed a man after he rammed a car into a Michigan synagogue on Thursday. Democratic Sen. Gary Peters of Michigan joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Possible terror attacks in Virginia, Michigan
On Thursday, a man rammed a car into Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, and a gunman killed at least one person at Old Dominion University in Virginia. It is unclear if the incidents are related. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and Samantha Vinograd join with the latest on what we know about both crimes.
Trump: Michigan synagogue attack "terrible thing"
President Trump addressed the attack at a Michigan synagogue on Thursday, calling the incident "a terrible thing" and saying he was sending his love to the community.
Michigan synagogue attacker had explosives in car
Security at a Michigan synagogue killed an attacker on Thursday after he rammed a car into the building, sources say. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
What we know about the Michigan synagogue attack
The attacker rammed a vehicle into the synagogue and was confronted and killed by security, Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard said.
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1,300-pound NASA satellite to crash on Earth
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
1,300-pound NASA satellite re-enters Earth's atmosphere after 14 years in space
The Van Allen probe's mission was meant to last two years, but ended up going for nearly seven.
Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
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Sen. Gary Peters on Michigan synagogue attack
Security staffers killed a man after he rammed a car into a Michigan synagogue on Thursday. Democratic Sen. Gary Peters of Michigan joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Possible terror attacks in Virginia, Michigan
On Thursday, a man rammed a car into Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, and a gunman killed at least one person at Old Dominion University in Virginia. It is unclear if the incidents are related. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and Samantha Vinograd join with the latest on what we know about both crimes.
How Pentagon-Anthropic AI dispute escalated
The Trump administration has blacklisted AI giant Anthropic, labeling it a supply chain risk. The company has sued in response. New York Times tech reporter Sheera Frenkel joins CBS News to break down the feud.
Trump: Michigan synagogue attack "terrible thing"
President Trump addressed the attack at a Michigan synagogue on Thursday, calling the incident "a terrible thing" and saying he was sending his love to the community.
Iowa farmer on fertilizer prices amid Iran war
The Fertilizer Institute says the war with Iran is disrupting the fertilizer supply chain and pushing prices up roughly 30% in the past few weeks. Lance Lillibridge, a farmer in Vinton, Iowa, joins CBS News to discuss the impact he's seeing.