Tesla recalls 1.8 million vehicles because of hood problem
Tesla has faced multiple recalls this year affecting millions of its vehicles, with the latest caused by a faulty hood latch
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3 reasons tech stocks, once hot, are suddenly not
A tech selloff caused the Nasdaq and S&P 500 to have their worst days since 2022. Here's why tech stocks are fading.
Dharmesh Patel, driver accused in Devil's Slide plunge, released to outpatient treatment instead of trial
Instead of facing trial for attempted murder, the Pasadena doctor accused of trying to kill his wife and kids by driving their Tesla off a cliff was released on Monday.
Tesla recalls Cybertruck over faulty windshield wipers, loose trim pieces
Tesla has recalled the stainless steel-clad Cybertruck four times since it went on sale November 30.
Tesla shareholders to meet about Musk's pay
Tesla CEO Elon Musk could soon be getting a $56 billion payday with company shareholders set to vote on his compensation package Thursday. The investors could also approve a move of Tesla's legal headquarters from Delaware to Texas. Alan Ohnsman, a senior editor for Forbes, joined CBS News to discuss the meeting.
Musk says most Tesla stockholders voting to OK his $56 billion pay package
Tesla CEO Elon Musk says the electric vehicle company's shareholders are voting "by wide margins" to approve his multibillion-dollar pay package.
Tesla recalls more than 125,000 vehicles due to seat belt problem
Seat belt reminders on four Tesla models may not work properly, requiring the electric automaker to issue software update.
Tesla shareholders urged to reject Elon Musk's $56 billion package
Prominent proxy advisory firm Glass Lewis aired concerns about the "excessive size" of Musk's pay deal.
Ex-Tesla worker says he lost job despite sacrifices, including sleeping in car
One ex-Tesla employee's post about the shock of losing his job amid a round of layoffs is sparking a workplace debate.
U.S. probing whether major Tesla Autopilot recall went far enough
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating whether last year's recall of Tesla's Autopilot driving system did enough to make sure drivers pay attention to the road.
Tesla announces plan for more affordable cars
Tesla announced it will lay off nearly 2,700 workers at its factory in Austin a week after the company said it would cut more than 10% of its global workforce. The carmaker also said it plans to launch new, more affordable vehicles next year. That news boosted shares more than 10% in after-hours trading Wednesday.
Tesla profits plunge as automaker grapples with slumping EV sales
Tesla reports slide in earnings and revenue, but investors cheered by pledge to accelerate rollout of cheaper vehicles.
Tesla cuts prices around the globe amid slowing demand for its EVs
Tesla reduced prices by $2,000 on three of its five models in the U.S. and also slashed prices in China and Germany.
Tesla recalls nearly 4,000 Cybertrucks
The MY 2024 Cybertrucks have faulty accelerator pedals that may be dislodged when high force is applied, the company said.
Vote on Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package
Tesla is asking shareholders to vote again on a $56 billion pay package for CEO Elon Musk. This comes after the company announced layoffs that would impact its global workforce. Javier E. David, CBS News contributor Javier David has more.
As EV sales slump, Tesla shares relinquish a year's worth of gains
Tesla's stock price has tumbled 39% this year amid concerns about the electric vehicle maker's slowing growth.
Tesla plans to lay off more than 10% of workforce as sales slump
"It must be done," Tesla CEO Elon Musk said in a memo about the layoffs sent to employees on Sunday.
Electric vehicle sales down in the U.S.
Electric vehicle sales are down 7% so far this year in the U.S., as consumers say they want longer lasting batteries and more reliable charging networks. Elise Preston explores what the dip means.
Tesla stock falls 5% as quarterly sales drop
Tesla has reclaimed the title of largest electric vehicle seller in the world, so why did its stock fall 5% on Tuesday? Rebecca Elliott, reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News to discuss.
Tesla sales drop as competition in electric vehicle market heats up
Tesla accounted for 80% of electric vehicle sales in the U.S. in 2020, but that figure fell to 55% last year.
Test finds most semi-automated car systems unsafe
Semi-automated driving systems that can help drive your car are not doing enough to ensure drivers are staying focused on the road, according to first-of-its-kind testing from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Kris Van Cleave has details.
Tesla's Giga Berlin plant in Germany shut down by suspected arson fire
German officials say an electricity pylon near Tesla's Giga Berlin plant was likely deliberately set ablaze, and they suspect a "left-wing extremist motive."
Jeff Bezos is richest person on Earth
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is once again the richest person on Earth, surpassing SpaceX and Tesla CEO Elon Musk, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. CBS News' Nancy Cordes has more.
Jeff Bezos is world's richest person again, edging out Elon Musk
Jeff Bezos has regained his spot as the richest person in the world, barely beating out now former No. 1 Elon Musk on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
SpaceX moves incorporation to Texas, as Musk continues to blast Delaware
The switch comes weeks after a Delaware judge invalidated his $55.8 billion Tesla pay package.
Details emerge in case of former Cornell student alleging rape by frat members
A woman, identified only as Jane Doe, alleges she was gang-raped by seven fraternity members in 2024 and accuses Cornell University of failing to protect her.
Trump announces plans for largest steel plant in U.S. history to be built in Iowa
President Trump on Monday announced that the company Mesabi Metallics will build a $15 billion steel plant in Iowa over the coming years.
OpenAI halts model release over safety concerns: "Didn't quite meet the bar"
OpenAI said it has chosen not to release its new GPT-6.1 Astra model due to concerns about safety, as industry leaders warn of the risks posed by ever-more-powerful AI technology.
Senate approves sweeping bill to regulate college sports
The Senate on Thursday approved a sweeping college sports bill to establish a federal framework for college athletics aimed at protecting student athletes — despite some pushback from some Democrats who argue that it could do the opposite.
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Iran says it's up to Trump to choose between war and diplomacy
As the war with Iran hits the seven-month mark, President Trump confirmed that American and Iranian negotiators exchanged messages through mediators on Monday.
Trump, Johnson to meet with AI execs at White House amid debate over safety
The meeting comes as some industry leaders warn about the risks of rapid AI advancements.
Election denier Kurt Olsen has resigned from DOJ, sources say
Olsen had been assigned to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida, where he was working on the "grand conspiracy" investigation targeting Obama- and Biden-era officials
New York Times exec dies in shooting; elderly in-laws accused of murder
An elderly couple in the San Francisco Bay Area is suspected of shooting and killing their son-in-law in the parking lot of a community park over the weekend.
Top FBI official Andrew Bailey resigns
Bailey was originally brought in to help ease tensions between former Attorney General Pam Bondi and former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino.
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OpenAI halts model release over safety concerns: "Didn't quite meet the bar"
OpenAI said it has chosen not to release its new GPT-6.1 Astra model due to concerns about safety, as industry leaders warn of the risks posed by ever-more-powerful AI technology.
Former "American Idol" singer's murder trial moves to closing arguments
A former Ohio music pastor who appeared on the singing competition "American Idol" is on trial over allegations that he killed his wife while having an affair.
Man who spent decades on death row ordered released on bail after no DNA match
No physical evidence linked him to the crime scene, but the jury convicted Douglas Stewart Carter, a Black man, based on a confession and two witnesses who later recanted.
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New video of text chain from night of alleged Cornell gang rape
CBS News New York has exclusively obtained additional video of the fraternity's group Snapchat conversation from the night a former Cornell student says she was drugged and raped inside the Chi Phi fraternity house.
NASA plans Starliner test flight after astronauts got stuck at space station
NASA says it is committed to helping Boeing get its Starliner back in space after multiple upgrades and improvements.
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OpenAI halts model release over safety concerns: "Didn't quite meet the bar"
OpenAI said it has chosen not to release its new GPT-6.1 Astra model due to concerns about safety, as industry leaders warn of the risks posed by ever-more-powerful AI technology.
Peperoncini product recalled after "pest contaminant" found in jar
California food manufacturer said it is investigating after a consumer posted a video showing a rodent in a jar of the company's peperoncinis.
Holiday airfares soar to 10-year high. Here's how to save on flights.
Airfares for round-trip U.S. flights have jumped 31% compared to the same period last year, and tickets are likely to get pricier, according to a new analysis.
Gas prices could soar if the U.S. bans diesel exports, economists say
President Trump said he is "very seriously" considering a ban on diesel exports. But such a move could drive U.S. gas prices sharply higher, analysts said.
Trump administration rolls back Biden-era fuel economy standards
Regulators estimate the new rule will result in an average of 34.9 miles per gallon by model year 2031, down from an earlier projection of 50.4 mpg.
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Senate approves sweeping bill to regulate college sports
The Senate on Thursday approved a sweeping college sports bill to establish a federal framework for college athletics aimed at protecting student athletes — despite some pushback from some Democrats who argue that it could do the opposite.
Trump, Johnson to meet with AI execs at White House amid debate over safety
The meeting comes as some industry leaders warn about the risks of rapid AI advancements.
Election denier Kurt Olsen has resigned from DOJ, sources say
Olsen had been assigned to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida, where he was working on the "grand conspiracy" investigation targeting Obama- and Biden-era officials
Alito recuses himself from major case on climate change and fossil fuels
The Supreme Court will soon hear arguments in the major climate change lawsuit between two energy companies and the city and county of Boulder, Colorado.
Top FBI official Andrew Bailey resigns
Bailey was originally brought in to help ease tensions between former Attorney General Pam Bondi and former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino.
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Food safety becomes election issue as major outbreaks, recalls cause concern
Recent outbreaks of foodborne illness and high-profile recalls have made food safety a concern of voters.
Teen's headache reveals family health risk: "Saving people's lives"
Minutes into a run, Caroline McCaffrey was struck with a massive headache. The resulting medical journey would reveal a family risk for a dangerous condition.
Will an FDA crackdown curb access to cheaper GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
The FDA has warned a major compounding pharmacy that it violated federal law by making copies of blockbuster weight-loss drugs in "inordinate amounts."
Bone health and the "silent disease": 4 things women should know
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein, an orthopedic surgeon at Duke University School of Medicine, discusses what women should know about protecting their bones.
Even the smallest joys can help prevent suicide, researchers say
New research highlights common themes shared by people who found reasons to keep living through dark times.
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Pope Leo draws massive crowds in France. Is Catholicism making a comeback?
Large crowds in Paris and other parts of France offered a striking welcome for Pope Leo in one of Europe's most secular countries.
Princess Diana's brother says Buckingham Palace "has to gaslight" him
Charles Spencer, the brother of the late Princess Diana, spoke to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about writing his new book, "Swan Song: Diana, My Sister."
Wife, daughter of top drug lord held in U.S. are captured in Colombia
The women, who are wanted for money laundering, were arrested in an operation involving the FBI, President Abelardo de la Espriella said.
Russia hammers Ukraine's capital with major daytime drone strike
A wave of Russian strikes hit Ukraine Monday, killing at least 7 people, including a woman hit by a daytime strike on the National Academy of Sciences in Kyiv.
Benjamin Satterley, pro wrestler known as "Pac," dies at 40
Benjamin Satterley, an English-born wrestler known for high-flying moves that delighted fans worldwide, was known as "Pac."
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Former "American Idol" singer's murder trial moves to closing arguments
A former Ohio music pastor who appeared on the singing competition "American Idol" is on trial over allegations that he killed his wife while having an affair.
Highlights from the VMA "teal" carpet
Stars stunned on the MTV Video Music Awards "teal" carpet Sunday night in Los Angeles, California. Vlad Duthiers breaks down some of the night's best moments.
Key highlights from the 2026 MTV VMAs
Madonna and Taylor Swift won big at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, where artists also honored Dolly Parton's legacy and celebrated new singers making their global debuts. CBS News' Vlad Duthiers reports.
VMA performance highlights
Vlad Duthiers and Denny Directo break down the most iconic performances from Sunday's MTV Video Music Awards, which included performances by Madonna, Shaboozey, Raye and more.
2026 MTV VMAs highlights include Madonna, Taylor Swift
Madonna won Artist of the Year while Taylor Swift became the most awarded artist in Video Music Awards history.
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OpenAI halts model release over safety concerns: "Didn't quite meet the bar"
OpenAI said it has chosen not to release its new GPT-6.1 Astra model due to concerns about safety, as industry leaders warn of the risks posed by ever-more-powerful AI technology.
Nvidia launches new security tool
Technology company and chip maker Nvidia has created a new security platform aimed at preventing artificial intelligence agents from going rogue. Connor Leahy, executive director of ControlAI, joins "The Daily Report" 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.
Trump, Johnson to meet with AI execs at White House amid debate over safety
The meeting comes as some industry leaders warn about the risks of rapid AI advancements.
AI companies probing rogue incidents: Axios
Axios reports that OpenAI, Anthropic and security researchers are investigating tens of thousands of cases where AI models showed troublesome behavior like bypassing guardrails, creating message boards and even hacking websites. New York Times technology correspondent Mike Isaac joins CBS News to discuss.
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Neuroscientists grow human brain tissue in mice
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
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Former "American Idol" singer's murder trial moves to closing arguments
A former Ohio music pastor who appeared on the singing competition "American Idol" is on trial over allegations that he killed his wife while having an affair.
Man who spent decades on death row ordered released on bail after no DNA match
No physical evidence linked him to the crime scene, but the jury convicted Douglas Stewart Carter, a Black man, based on a confession and two witnesses who later recanted.
Cornell frat gang rape probe to be reopened
Nearly two years after a young woman first told authorities that she'd been raped inside a fraternity house at Cornell University, the local district attorney, who had initially declined to pursue criminal charges, says he is reopening the investigation. Lilia Luciano reports on what's changed.
Case reopened into alleged 2024 Cornell gang rape
Prosecutors say they are reopening an investigation into an alleged 2024 gang rape at Cornell University. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
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New video of text chain from night of alleged Cornell gang rape
CBS News New York has exclusively obtained additional video of the fraternity's group Snapchat conversation from the night a former Cornell student says she was drugged and raped inside the Chi Phi fraternity house.
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NASA plans Starliner test flight after astronauts got stuck at space station
NASA says it is committed to helping Boeing get its Starliner back in space after multiple upgrades and improvements.
SpaceX launches Starship on giant rocket's first flight to orbit
The Super Heavy-Starship rocket's 14th test flight, the first boosting the upper stage to orbit, marked a major milestone for both SpaceX and NASA.
NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Extended interview: Patrick Clancy
Patrick Clancy wrestles with grief and shares memories of his children in his first interview since his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy's murder trial ended without a verdict.
Cornell frat gang rape probe to be reopened
Nearly two years after a young woman first told authorities that she'd been raped inside a fraternity house at Cornell University, the local district attorney, who had initially declined to pursue criminal charges, says he is reopening the investigation. Lilia Luciano reports on what's changed.
Trump announces Iowa steel plant project
President Trump has announced a multi-billion-dollar steel plant project in Iowa. What the president called the "largest steel plant in U.S. history" is expected to be up and running by 2030. CBS News correspondent Lana Zak has more details.
Previewing Yankees-Red Sox Wild Card series
Major League Baseball's grueling 162-game regular season ended on Sunday and postseason baseball is here. Four games kick off the wild-card round starting Tuesday. Levi Weaver, a staff writer for The Athletic, previews the MLB playoffs.
Russian drone hits cultural landmark in Kyiv
Russia struck a cultural landmark in Ukraine on Monday, the National Academy of Sciences, killing at least seven people and wounding dozens more. They also attacked apartment buildings, offices and data centers. CBS News international reporter Aidan Stretch was forced to take shelter shortly after creating this report. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean also has more on the war.