Frustrated Taylor Swift fans battle ticket bots and Ticketmaster
In the wake of Taylor Swift ticketing problems, U.S. lawmakers say they'd support new limits on how much money can be made off ticket resales.
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Swifties fight for ticket reform law
Critics say the government is failing to enforce a law that could protect ticket buyers. National consumer correspondent Ash-har Quraishi follows Taylor Swift fans as they fight to change the ticketing industry.
Ticketmaster talks about fighting bots
Ticketmaster's Kaitlyn Henrich talks about the Taylor Swift ticket pre-sale issues, the role of artists in setting ticket prices and how new legislation could protect fans.
"The Exorcist: Believer" will be released earlier to avoid competing with Taylor Swift movie
Fans had dubbed the pending double release "Exorswift" on social media.
Taylor Swift ticket buying difficulties sparked outrage, but few reforms
Consumer advocates are up in arms, and the concern is hardly limited to Swifties' experiences.
Ticketmaster botches Taylor Swift Eras Tour ticket sales again
Sales for the France leg of Swift's Eras were paused by Ticketmaster for unknown reasons, frustrating fans.
Can't afford a Beyoncé show? Some fans save money by heading overseas
With tickets to U.S. shows soaring to absurd heights, some superfans are flying to Europe to catch their favorite acts.
Ticketmaster blasted over coronation concert ticket sales
Customers claim vendor misled them into believing they'd scored tickets to see star-studded music event at Windsor Castle.
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Community reacts to Nashville school shooting; Taylor Swift fans sue TicketMaster over "Eras tour" chaos.
Some Beyoncé fans opt for overseas shows
As fans hope to see Beyoncé live on her new tour, some are turning to shows overseas to avoid expensive ticket fees in the U.S. Rolling Stone staff writer Brittany Spanos spoke with CBS News about what is causing these high ticket fees and what options fans have.
The Cure's Robert Smith "sickened" by Ticketmaster fees
Fans of the British band complain that the event company's charges exceed the face value of concert tickets.
Taylor Swift fans, and Congress, take on Ticketmaster
Disappointed Swifties have filed a lawsuit against the ticket seller and its parent company, Live Nation Entertainment, who control 70% of the market, while Congress and the Justice Dept. are looking into their business.
Swifties vs. Ticketmaster
Even before the recent Taylor Swift ticket snafu, Ticketmaster and its parent company, the concert promoter Live Nation Entertainment, have been criticized for controlling 70% of the big concert ticket market, leaving fans and artists nowhere else to go. Live Nation is now being investigated by the Justice Department, and last month was called to testify before a Senate anti-trust subcommittee. Correspondent Rita Braver talks with Sen. Amy Klobuchar; with an attorney who has filed a lawsuit against Ticketmaster; and with disappointed Swifties – fans of the pop star who can't "shake it off."
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Severe weather threat moves east; Senate probes Ticketmaster's Taylor Swift ticket meltdown.
Senators grill Ticketmaster over sales fiasco
Senators questioned the head of Ticketmaster's parent company on the disastrous pre-sale event for Taylor Swift's upcoming tour. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss the hearing, plus President Biden's meeting with Democratic leaders at the White House.
Senators grill Ticketmaster over Taylor Swift fiasco
On Tuesday, senators grilled the leader of Live Nation, which owns Ticketmaster, over the concert promoter's highly publicized meltdown during ticket sales for Taylor Swift's “Eras” tour. Scott MacFarlane reports.
All the Taylor Swift references from the Senate's Ticketmaster hearing
"Ticketmaster should look in the mirror and say, 'I'm the problem, it's me,'" one senator quipped.
Ticketmaster grilled over Taylor Swift fiasco
Ticketmaster is taking questions Tuesday from lawmakers on the Senate Judiciary Committee, who are looking into the lack of competition in the ticketing industry following the fiasco involving the presale for Taylor Swift's upcoming "Eras" tour. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Senators grill Live Nation over Taylor Swift fiasco
Federal regulators are looking into the ticket seller after thousands of Swift fans were unable to buy concert tickets.
Ticketmaster faces questions from senators
Ticketmaster is in the hot seat on Capitol Hill. The Senate Judiciary Committee is holding a hearing Tuesday looking into the lack of competition in the ticketing industry after the platform in November saw massive problems during a presale for Taylor Swift concert tickets. Bob Lefsetz, a music industry analyst and author of the Lefsetz Letter, joined CBS News to discuss.
Country music star Zach Bryan drops "All My Homies Hate Ticketmaster" album
The chorus against Ticketmaster's contentious concert pricing practices is growing.
Ticketmaster parent Live Nation being investigated by DOJ
On Friday night, Ticketmaster issued an apology via Twitter to Swift's fans.
Taylor Swift addresses Ticketmaster "Eras" tour controversy
"I'm not going to make excuses for anyone," she said.
Ticketmaster cancels general public sale of Taylor Swift tour tickets
Fans were disappointed on Tuesday when the presale for the tour was marred by technical difficulties.
Taylor Swift fans frustrated with Ticketmaster
Some Taylor Swift fans took to social media to share their frustration after waiting for hours in a presale queue on Ticketmaster’s site to buy tickets for her upcoming Eras Tour. Congressman David Cicilline also pointed out the "excessive wait times and fees" and renewed his call for the Justice Department to investigate Ticketmaster's parent company, Live Nation.
Still no deal in truce talks as Israel downplays chances of ending war
Pressure has been mounting to reach a deal as Gaza's humanitarian crisis is dramatically escalating while Israel insists it will launch an offensive into Rafah, the territory's southernmost city.
Hundreds rescued in Houston; flood watch affects millions in Texas, Oklahoma
The U.S. Coast Guard said they had medevaced an hours-old baby from Cleveland, Texas, amid the floodwaters.
Anti-war protesters interrupt University of Michigan graduation
Protesters chanted anti-war messages and waved Palestinian flags and Israeli flags during the University of Michigan's commencement Saturday.
Kevin Spacey addresses new allegations of inappropriate behavoir
Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey fired back at fresh allegations of sexual harassment and assault from men who will feature as part of a documentary on British television.
Police fatally shot student after he pointed pellet rifle at them, DOJ says
Police in Wisconsin fatally shot a student who had pointed a pellet rifle in their direction outside a middle school, according to the state's Department of Justice.
Maine bowling alley reopens 6 months after state's deadliest mass shooting
A Lewiston, Maine bowling alley, where eight people were killed during the state's deadliest mass shooting last October, reopened Friday.
3 bodies found in Mexican region where Australian, American surfers went missing
Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson and their American friend have not been seen since April 27.
5 men impersonating police officers charged in 2006 kidnapping, murder
Federal prosecutors said the men used fake badges, police lights and firearms to rob and kidnap Shamari Taylor for drug money.
London mayor wins historic third term
Sadiq Khan, the Labour Party's mayor of London, has romped to victory, securing a record third straight term at City Hall, on another hugely disappointing day for the U.K.'s governing Conservatives ahead of a looming general election.
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Mystik Dan wins 150th Kentucky Derby in stunning photo finish
Mystik Dan will earn $3.1 million from a total purse of $5 million, the largest purse in the race's history.
5 men impersonating police officers charged in 2006 kidnapping, murder
Federal prosecutors said the men used fake badges, police lights and firearms to rob and kidnap Shamari Taylor for drug money.
Horses must be healthy to race. This clinic makes sure their caretakers are, too.
Laborers, many of whom are migrants from Mexico, Guatemala, Venezuela or other Latin American countries, head to the tracks six days a week to help keep the $2.7 billion racing economy galloping.
Anti-war protesters interrupt University of Michigan graduation
Protesters chanted anti-war messages and waved Palestinian flags and Israeli flags during the University of Michigan's commencement Saturday.
Berkshire Hathaway has first annual meeting since Charlie Munger's death
Warren Buffett referred to close friend Charlie Munger as the "the architect of Berkshire Hathaway."
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Berkshire Hathaway has first annual meeting since Charlie Munger's death
Warren Buffett referred to close friend Charlie Munger as the "the architect of Berkshire Hathaway."
Walgreens limits Gummy Mango candy sales to one bag per customer
The retailer says the peelable treats have been "flying off the shelves" ever since TikTokers discovered the candy.
Trump Media's auditor is charged with "massive fraud" by the SEC
Audit firm BF Borgers allegedly failed to comply with accounting standards and fabricated audit documentation, regulators claim.
Employers added 175,000 jobs last month, marking a hiring slowdown
U.S. unemployment rate rose slightly to 3.9% in April, continuing a stretch of remaining under 4% for 27 months.
Here are the job candidates that employers are searching for most
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Alabama Supreme Court declines to revisit controversial frozen embryo ruling
The decision prompted a wave of public backlash as women saw fertility treatments canceled or put in jeopardy after the ruling.
CIA director in Egypt for high-stakes Israeli hostage, cease-fire talks
The hostage and cease-fire talks have taken on new urgency amid a looming Israeli ground invasion of Rafah, in southern Gaza.
Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar and wife indicted on federal bribery charges
Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar of Texas was elected to the House in 2005 and represents the state's 28th Congressional District.
Former government employee charged with making false Jan. 6 accusations
Ex-government employee Miguel Zapata is accused of sending fake FBI tips falsely accusing multiple coworkers of taking part in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol breach.
Some 100,000 "dreamers" likely to get Obamacare under new rule, White House says
Roughly 100,000 immigrants who were brought to the U.S. as children are expected to enroll in the Affordable Care Act's health insurance next year under a new administration rule, the White House says.
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CDC says bird flu viruses "pose pandemic potential," cites major knowledge gaps
The Texas dairy worker infected by H5N1 "did not disclose the name of their workplace," frustrating investigators.
Want an easy way to relieve stress? Try this doctor-approved method.
Stress is hard to avoid, but experts say getting outdoors can have a positive impact on both our mental and physical health.
Halle Berry joins senators to announce menopause legislation
Actress Halle Berry joined with a group of bipartisan senators on Thursday to announce new legislation to promote menopause research, training and education.
Pregnancy-related deaths fall to pre-pandemic levels, new data shows
New CDC data shows about 680 women in the U.S. died during pregnancy or shortly after childbirth in 2023, a decline from the previous year.
UnitedHealth Group CEO reports cyberattack
UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty disclosed that a cyberattack on one of its subsidiaries earlier this year might affect up to a third of all Americans.
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London mayor wins historic third term
Sadiq Khan, the Labour Party's mayor of London, has romped to victory, securing a record third straight term at City Hall, on another hugely disappointing day for the U.K.'s governing Conservatives ahead of a looming general election.
Still no deal in truce talks as Israel downplays chances of ending war
Pressure has been mounting to reach a deal as Gaza's humanitarian crisis is dramatically escalating while Israel insists it will launch an offensive into Rafah, the territory's southernmost city.
At least 14 killed after flood and landslide hit Indonesia's Sulawesi island
Torrential rain pounding the area since Thursday triggered a landslide in Luwu district in South Sulawesi province, officials say.
Tanzania hit by power blackouts as Cyclone Hidaya strengthens
In the past few weeks, flooding in Kenya and Tanzania killed hundreds after heavy rain during the region's monsoon season, officials said.
Canadian police made 3 arrests in slaying of Sikh separatist leader
Three suspects were arrested and charged in the slaying of Hardeep Singh Nijjar by masked gunmen outside Vancouver.
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Renowned artist Frank Stella dies at 87
Renowned artist Frank Stella, whose large-scale minimalist "Black Paintings" took the art world by storm in the 1950s, has died at the age of 87.
Kevin Spacey addresses new allegations of inappropriate behavoir
Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey fired back at fresh allegations of sexual harassment and assault from men who will feature as part of a documentary on British television.
29 iconic Met Gala looks from the best-dressed guests since 1973
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Book excerpt: "The Year of Living Constitutionally" by A.J. Jacobs
In an effort to fully understand our nation's founding document, the New York Times bestselling author and humorist embarked on a year-long quest to be the original originalist. Muskets were involved.
Old 97's performs "Where The Road Goes"
Old 97's first started in Dallas as a popular bar band in the 90s, but since then, they've garnered a national fan base and critical acclaim. Now, three decades later, the alt-country pioneers are making a return visit to Saturday Sessions with their new studio album. From their new album "American Primitive," here are Old 97's with "Where The Road Goes."
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Students use "Sidechat" app for protests
Sidechat, an app launched in 2022 where students can post anonymously about their colleges, is becoming a tool for those choosing to protest at U.S. campuses. Amanda Silberling, a senior culture writer for TechCrunch, joins CBS News with more details on the app.
Microsoft expanding biometric passkey access
Microsoft users can now use biometric passkeys, like a thumbprint or Face ID, to sign into Microsoft 365, Copilot. Jon Fingas, senior editor at Techopedia, has more.
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 Sidechat? The controversial messaging app, explained
Sidechat, an anonymous messaging app, has been used by students to share opinions and updates, but university administrators say it has also fueled hateful rhetoric.
New nuclear reactor comes online in Georgia
Georgia is home to the nation's newest nuclear reactor. It's bringing clean energy to the state, but the project has run over budget and past its original completion date. Drew Kann, climate and environment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBS News to explore the effort.
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Bumblebee nests are under attack – and it's killing their babies
There's a newly-determined "major factor" in declining bumblebee populations – and it's attacking their nests.
Boeing to launch astronauts on new spacecraft
On Monday, Boeing plans to launch astronauts on its new spacecraft that is called Starliner. The test flight to the International Space Station is years behind schedule.
New nuclear reactor comes online in Georgia
Georgia is home to the nation's newest nuclear reactor. It's bringing clean energy to the state, but the project has run over budget and past its original completion date. Drew Kann, climate and environment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBS News to explore the effort.
Historic cicada event underway in parts of U.S.
For the first time since 1803, two groups of periodical cicadas are emerging from the ground at the same time in parts of the Midwest and South. However, a small section of Central Illinois marks the only place where both the 13-year and 17-year cicadas are emerging in the same place. Dave Malkoff reports on the extraordinary event.
Summer heat waves already deadly in Asia, and it's still spring
Much of Asia is sweltering under a heat wave that one expert calls "by far the most extreme event in world climatic history."
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5 men impersonating police officers charged in 2006 kidnapping, murder
Federal prosecutors said the men used fake badges, police lights and firearms to rob and kidnap Shamari Taylor for drug money.
Wisconsin police fatally shot student after he pointed pellet rifle at them, state DOJ says
Police in Wisconsin fatally shot a student who had pointed a pellet rifle in their direction outside a middle school, according to the state's Department of Justice.
After striped bass poachers busted, New York alters fishing rules
In one find, a K-9 officer helped police find over a dozen fish buried in the sand and hidden behind logs and brush piles.
Detective searches gunshot residue testing site days before wife killed
Massachusetts investigators uncover a suspicious web history after Brian Fanion reports his wife Amy's death as a suicide.
Dentist accused of poisoning wife tried to plant suicidal letters, cops say
James Craig's lawyers have argued there is no direct evidence that he put poison in his wife's protein shakes.
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Boeing to send astronauts to space
Boeing is expected to launch its Starliner space capsule that will take two astronauts to the International Space Station. CBS News consultant Bill Harwood breaks down Boeing's mission.
In a first, China launches probe to get samples from far side of moon
It is the latest advance in China's increasingly sophisticated space exploration program, which is now competing with the U.S.
Meet the NASA astronauts on Starliner flight
Boeing is set to launch its first-ever spaceflight with humans next week. The Starliner spacecraft will lift off from Florida on Monday night for a multi-day mission to the International Space Station. Commander Barry "Butch" Wilmore and pilot Sunny Williams, two seasoned NASA astronauts who are a part of the mission, join CBS News to go over the flight.
New NASA images show iconic Horsehead Nebula in unprecedented detail
The Horsehead Nebula, which NASA has called "one of the most distinctive objects in our skies," is located in the constellation Orion.
Astronauts confident Boeing's Starliner is finally ready for crew flights
Astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams say they have complete confidence in the Starliner despite questions about Boeing's safety culture.
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This marks the 11th year in a row that that every member of the graduating class at Southland College Prep Charter High School in suburban Chicago has been admitted to college. Noel Brennan explains the school's streak of academic excellence.
Long Beach's iconic Queen Mary reins again
The majestic ocean liner the Queen Mary, once the playground for the rich and famous, fell into disrepair and was in danger of sinking until officials in Long Beach, California, gave it another shot. Tom Wait has more.
Caitlin Clark makes WNBA preseason debut
Basketball star Caitlin Clark made her WNBA preseason debut Friday before a sold-out crowd in Arlington, Texas. Clark finished with a team-high 21 points, but her Indiana Fever fell to the Dallas Wings 79-76.
Gaza cease-fire talks held in Egypt
While CIA Director William Burns and Hamas representatives were in Cairo Saturday for cease-fire talks in the Israel-Hamas war, Israel said it is not sending a delegation until the militant group replies to Israel's latest proposal. Ramy Inocencio has the latest from Tel Aviv.
Graduation season underway amid college protests
Tensions escalated during protests at the University of Virginia Saturday, with Virginia State Police in gas masks and riot gear making arrests. At the University of Michigan, pro-Palestinian protesters paraded through the graduating class during the school's commencement ceremony. Amanda Starrantino has the latest on the unrest.