Unlucky in love? AI dating apps promise to help you up your game.
People are turning to AI dating assistants for help in crafting wittier, more conversational messages to attract romantic partners on apps.
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Bumble to lay off 30% of workforce as it moves to slash costs
Bumble plans to cut hundreds of jobs, with CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd saying the online dating business is at an "inflection point."
Convicted rapists using dating apps
An alarming new report alleges sexual predators are using popular dating apps – and other users have no idea. The report exposed screening discrepancies between Match Group’s free dating apps, including Tinder, OKCupid, Plenty of Fish, and its paid service, Match.com. One woman told us she was raped on her first date by a convicted rapist she met online. Nikki Battiste reports.
Zayn Malik says he was kicked off Tinder
The single dad said he was kicked off the dating app "once or twice."
Woman's conviction, life sentence in killing of Tinder date upheld
Bailey Boswell was convicted of murder in the 2017 death of Sydney Loofe. Boswell's boyfriend was also convicted and sentenced to death.
Are dating apps making it easier for scams?
All this week, CBS News has been investigating online romance scams. In this final installment, Jim Axelrod looks at what law enforcement and lawmakers can do -- but also why it's important for the online dating industry to police itself.
Swiping left on dating app subscription fees
Younger generations are swiping left on dating app subscription fees, according to new reporting from the New York Times. The reporter on that story, Edward Moreno, joined CBS News to discuss his findings.
How to avoid scammers on dating apps
The Federal Trade Commission is warning of online scammers, including so-called "romance scams." Some 70,000 reported "romance scams" in 2022 resulted in losses worth $1.3 billion, according to the FTC. CNET senior writer Bree Fowler joins CBS News to discuss how you can stay safe.
Warning signs of dating app scams
Are you looking for love online? National consumer correspondent Ash-har Quraishi reveals the warning signs of some common dating app scams and how to avoid falling for a chatbot.
Using AI to spice up dating app profiles
Artificial intelligence is making its way into more aspects of our daily lives, and dating is no exception. A new study from AI dating tool "Attraction Truth" finds that 20% of single men aged 25 to 35 use the technology to enhance their dating profiles. Emma Hathorn, dating expert with Seeking.com, joins CBS News to discuss the pros and cons of using this kind of technology.
Speed dating, social clubs regain popularity
The company Eventbrite says attendance at "dating" or "singles" events rose by 63% during the first four months of 2023 -- compared to the same time period in 2022. It also says the number of those events scheduled went up by 20%. Sara Bigham, lifestyle contributor for Eventbrite, joins CBS News to explain what's driving the resurgence of speed dating and social clubs.
Dating expert gives tips on creating profiles
More and more relationships are beginning online in a post-pandemic world. Dating coach and psychologist Dr. Holly Battey spoke with Catherine Herridge about the safest and most effective ways to find love online.
"Tinder Swindler" accuser speaks out against alleged con man
Cecilie Fjellhoy is one of three women whose stories are told in the hit Netflix documentary "Tinder Swindler." All three say they met Shimon Hayut on Tinder and were conned by him.
Tinder accused of age discrimination
Tinder, a popular dating app, has been found to have discriminated against some of its older users by a California court. In 2015, the company introduced Tinder Plus which comes with extra features and starts at $9.99 for users younger than 30. People over the age of 30 are charged $19.99 for the same service. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the legal issues surrounding age discrimination.
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"Tinder for orangutans"
Scientists at a zoo in the Netherlands are hoping to increase the chances of successful breeding by giving orangutans a virtual look at possible mates. CBSN's Elaine Quijano has the latest on "Tinder for orangutans."
Tinder & Spotify
Tinder is teaming up with Spotify to add music to user's dating profiles. Users can connect the music streaming service right to the dating app. Spotify's trend expert Shanon Cook and CNET executive editor Ian Sherr join CBSN with more on the match.
Swipe for self-esteem
A new study finds that men on tinder have low self-esteem. So, in trying to find your soul mate will you lose your own self-esteem? Psychotherapist Dr. Lisa Palmer joins CBSN with more on the psychological effects of being on apps like Tinder.
The personal sexual history of Tinder's CEO is overshadowing the initial public offering of Tinder's parent company
The personal sexual history of Tinder's CEO is overshadowing the initial public offering of Tinder's parent company. CNET associate editor Dan Graziano joins CBSN to discuss.
Tinder is releasing a new algorithm it hopes will lead to more swiping to the right
Tinder is releasing a new algorithm it hopes will lead to more swiping to the right. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers runs down the new features.
Tinder's parent company goes public, Netflix reports an unusual amount of cancellations and General Motors recalls hundreds of SUVs
Tinder's parent company goes public, Netflix reports an unusual amount of cancellations and General Motors recalls hundreds of SUVs. CBS News Moneywatch's Hena Daniels has today's CBSN Business Headlines.
A lonely wombat searches for a mate on Tinder, becoming the first marsupial to attempt online dating
A lonely wombat searches for a mate on Tinder, becoming the first marsupial to attempt online dating. CNET senior editor Jeff Bakalar takes a look with CBSN.
Tinder went on a Twitter rant to show the app is not just about hooking up
Tinder went on a Twitter rant to show the app is not just about hooking up. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers talks about the dating company's tweets with CNET senior editor Jeff Bakalar.
Some of the biggest names in music including Madonna and Mariah Carey are using dating platforms like Match and Tinder
Americans are enjoying a love affair with online dating. Mobile dating apps are expected to bring in $629 million this year. Now, some of the biggest names in music including Madonna and Mariah Carey are using dating platforms like Match and Tinder. Advertising Age deputy managing editor Natalie Zmuda joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss how it's not just musicians striking the right chord.
The IPO includes Match, Tinder, OkCupid and OurTime
Barry Diller's company IAC is planning an IPO with the websites in its "match group," which includes Match, Tinder, OkCupid and OurTime. CBS News financial contributor Mellody Hobson joins “CBS This Morning” from Chicago to discuss what this could mean for online dating.
Voter data Trump claimed China obtained is easy to get in most states
President Trump called China's acquisition of voter information "the largest compromise of election data in history." In 20 states, anyone can get this information with a simple public request.
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U.S. finishes 7th straight night of Iran strikes as Strait of Hormuz freezes up
As the U.S. and Iran escalate attacks 140 days into the war, an industry analyst says "nobody is willing to move" through the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump threatens Canada with higher tariffs over wildfire smoke
President Trump threatened more tariffs on Canada for wildfires that have blanketed large parts of the Midwest and East Coast in smoke in recent days.
House panel probing Epstein asked Leon Black about birthday book, their friendship
Billionaire Leon Black, who paid Epstein $158 million for tax advice, was subpoenaed for a second interview with the House Oversight Committee in September.
Taylor Farms pulls iceberg lettuce linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
What to know about Trump's claim that over 250K non-citizens are registered to vote
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin sent letters to four states alleging that a combined 250,000 non-citizens were registered to vote. Elections experts caution that could be a significant overcount.
Maps show wildfire smoke forecast, air quality alerts in U.S.
Heavy smoke from several large wildfires blazing in Canada and Minnesota is engulfing large swaths of the Midwest and the U.S. East Coast this week.
Trump revisits disputed claims about elections but offers no new proof of fraud
In a primetime address, President Trump alleged the U.S. election system falls "catastrophically short," revisiting a topic that has drawn his attention for years — and making claims that election experts have heavily disputed.
Feeding Our Future fraud ring's alleged No. 2 appears in court after Somalia arrest
Forty-two-year-old Abdikerm Eidleh appeared in federal court in St. Paul on Friday, just weeks after he was arrested in Mogadishu.
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DOJ says it's no longer illegal to download TikTok on federal devices
The Justice Department determined this week a federal law banning TikTok from government devices no longer applies to the social video app.
What to know about Trump's claim that over 250K non-citizens are registered to vote
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin sent letters to four states alleging that a combined 250,000 non-citizens were registered to vote. Elections experts caution that could be a significant overcount.
2 kidnapped Forest Service workers safe after being zip-tied, held at gunpoint
Two suspects, a father and his adult son who were allegedly armed with guns and knives, have been arrested, authorities said.
Trump threatens Canada with higher tariffs over wildfire smoke
President Trump threatened more tariffs on Canada for wildfires that have blanketed large parts of the Midwest and East Coast in smoke in recent days.
House panel probing Epstein asked Leon Black about birthday book, their friendship
Billionaire Leon Black, who paid Epstein $158 million for tax advice, was subpoenaed for a second interview with the House Oversight Committee in September.
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DOJ says it's no longer illegal to download TikTok on federal devices
The Justice Department determined this week a federal law banning TikTok from government devices no longer applies to the social video app.
Taylor Farms pulls iceberg lettuce linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
Boomer wealth transfer will mostly benefit the already rich, report finds
Trillions of wealth passed down by the baby boomers will likely go to younger Americans who are already rich. Here's how much they'll get.
Coca-Cola temporarily halts production of Fairlife milk after cyberattack
A cybersecurity incident has forced Coca-Cola to suspend Fairlife milk production in the U.S. An investigation is underway.
Trump Media to sell faster access to president's Truth Social posts
"Markets already move on Truth Social posts," the company's chief executive said in the Truth API announcement.
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DOJ says it's no longer illegal to download TikTok on federal devices
The Justice Department determined this week a federal law banning TikTok from government devices no longer applies to the social video app.
What to know about Trump's claim that over 250K non-citizens are registered to vote
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin sent letters to four states alleging that a combined 250,000 non-citizens were registered to vote. Elections experts caution that could be a significant overcount.
Trump threatens Canada with higher tariffs over wildfire smoke
President Trump threatened more tariffs on Canada for wildfires that have blanketed large parts of the Midwest and East Coast in smoke in recent days.
House panel probing Epstein asked Leon Black about birthday book, their friendship
Billionaire Leon Black, who paid Epstein $158 million for tax advice, was subpoenaed for a second interview with the House Oversight Committee in September.
Voter data Trump claimed China obtained is easy to get in most states
President Trump called China's acquisition of voter information "the largest compromise of election data in history." In 20 states, anyone can get this information with a simple public request.
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Mexican lettuce potential source of parasite
Authorities have traced the cyclosporiasis outbreak to Mexican-grown lettuce delivered to Taco Bell by Taylor Farms. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Taylor Farms pulls iceberg lettuce linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
FDA approves new cholesterol pill
The FDA has approved a new daily cholesterol pill that works differently from popular statins and may deliver better results for some people. Dr. Corey Bradley, a cardiologist at Columbia University's Irving Medical Center, joins "CBS Evening News" to discuss.
FDA names likely cyclosporiasis source
The FDA has identified Taylor Farms as the likely source of lettuce contaminated with the parasite behind cyclosporiasis, as the outbreak grows. Mark Strassmann reports.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak traced to lettuce from Mexico used by Taco Bell
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
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Trump threatens Canada with higher tariffs over wildfire smoke
President Trump threatened more tariffs on Canada for wildfires that have blanketed large parts of the Midwest and East Coast in smoke in recent days.
Journalist targeted by Iran says U.K.'s crackdown on IRGC is "the happiest day"
British Iranian journalist Pouria Zeraati was stabbed in what is believed to have been an Iranian state-sponsored attack in 2024.
Strong earthquake hits Mexico-Guatemala border, tsunami alert lifted
The U.S. Geological Survey reported that the earthquake had a magnitude of 7.3 with the epicenter 30 miles southwest of Aquiles Serdan, Mexico.
Brenda Fricker, Oscar winner who played Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2," dies
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
India activist urged to end hunger strike as he risks organ failure
Well-known activist Sonam Wangchuk hasn't eaten in nearly 3 weeks, endangering his health as he demands changes to India's exam system.
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"The Odyssey" inspires interest in original poem
Before Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey," there was Homer's original epic poem. Kelly Olson, graduate chair of the Department of Classical Studies at the University of Western Ontario, joins CBS News to unpack the history of the Greek tale.
Brenda Fricker, Oscar winner who played Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2," dies
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
Stars of "The Odyssey" preview film
Anne Hathaway and Matt Damon, who star in "The Odyssey," speak to "CBS Mornings" about the movie, the challenges they faced during filming and working with Oscar-winning director Christopher Nolan.
From the archives: Pat Oliphant and the art of political cartoons
Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Pat Oliphant, whose acidic drawings skewering political figures were syndicated in as many as 500 publications around the world, died on July 13, 2026 at age 90. In this April 16, 2000 "Sunday Morning" story, Oliphant talked with Morley Safer about caricature, censorship, and the influence of the first great political cartoonist, 19th century French master Honoré Daumier, whose grotesque drawings of King Louis Philippe led to a curtailment of press freedom in France in 1835.
George Santos to try hand as contestant in grueling TV reality show
George Santos has worn many hats: swindler, congressman, prison inmate, podcast host. The obvious next gig? Reality TV show contestant.
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Erin Brockovich on data center regulation
New York is now the first state to temporarily ban data center construction, paving the way for others to follow suit. Environmental advocate Erin Brockovich joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Mayor to homeowner losing sleep over data center plant: "Consider selling"
Noise from a Mississippi plant powering Elon Musk's xAI data centers in the area is causing migraines, ringing ears and sleepless nights, residents say.
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.
Mississippi residents decry data center plant
Residents of Southaven, Mississippi, are sounding off about a data center plant powering Elon Musk's xAI data centers in the area, likening the constant noise to being tortured.
Meta announces new safety features
Meta announced it is introducing new features to help protect teens using Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp, including alerting a parent if their child discusses self-harm with one of its AI chatbots. Kelly O'Grady explains.
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Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomer's name deciphered from ancient Mayan ruins for first time
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
Disclosure Foundation head on new UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
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Feeding Our Future fraud ring's alleged No. 2 appears in court after Somalia arrest
Forty-two-year-old Abdikerm Eidleh appeared in federal court in St. Paul on Friday, just weeks after he was arrested in Mogadishu.
Agent in ME shooting has violent record: AP
The ICE officer who shot and killed a Maine man has a history of violent behavior, the Associated Press reports, citing interviews with family and court records. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the latest.
"Master yachtsman" fugitive captured on boat after 21 years on the run
Ronald L. Fischer, who was featured on "America's Most Wanted," fled Rhode Island during his criminal trial for first-degree sexual assault in 2005.
Journalist known as "The Jaguar" shot dead in Mexico
The state government condemned the murder of Josue Martinez, and called on prosecutors to launch a probe in order to find those responsible.
U.S. designates cartel on Texas border as foreign terrorist organization
The Juárez Cartel and Los Viagras joined six other Mexican criminal organizations that the U.S. considers terrorist groups.
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Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
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"The Odyssey" inspires interest in original poem
Before Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey," there was Homer's original epic poem. Kelly Olson, graduate chair of the Department of Classical Studies at the University of Western Ontario, joins CBS News to unpack the history of the Greek tale.
Darline Graham considering Senate campaign
President Trump urged late Senator Lindsey Graham's sister, Darline, who is temporarily replacing him in Congress, to run for his seat in South Carolina's upcoming special election. Fin Gómez reports.
Trump makes new election claims
In a primetime address on Thursday evening, President Trump accused China of interfering in U.S. elections as he questioned the integrity of the country's voting system. CBS News' Jake Rosen fact-checks his claims.
Spain, Argentina prepare for World Cup final
Tens of thousands of fans, along with President Trump, are expected to gather in New Jersey on Sunday as Spain and Argentina battle for the World Cup trophy. Nicole Valdes reports.
7-foot-3 man sworn in as Texas police officer
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