Uber drivers strike in New York City over pay dispute
Uber drivers are also asking consumers to boycott the ride-share app during the 24-hour strike.
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Uber passenger fatally stabs New Orleans driver, videos aftermath: sheriff
Yolanda Dillon's stabbing was totally random, authorities said. A fiscal analyst for the city's police department, she was described by the pollice chief as a "quiet giant."
Uber seeks to avoid tech layoffs
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi says the company won't be cutting jobs despite mounting tech industry layoffs. Bloomberg Tech reporter Jackie Davalos joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the latest.
Teen hacking group to be investigated by Cyber Safety Review Board
The group targeted Uber, Microsoft, Okta and Samsung for extortion, in some cases, DHS Secretary Mayorkas said, "with relatively unsophisticated techniques."
Uber set to release third-quarter earnings
Uber is set to release its earnings report for the third quarter on Tuesday. Dan Ives, managing director of Wedbush Securities, joined CBS News to discuss what the report could mean about the status of the economy and a Labor Department proposal to reclassify ride-hailing workers as employees.
Biden administration proposes rule that could upend "gig" work
Rule would make it harder for companies to skirt minimum wage and overtime laws by classifying workers as contractors.
Uber offering discounted rides to hurricane shelters in Florida
Residents in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee and Pasco counties are eligible for the discounted rides, Gov. DeSantis said.
Data breaches raise cybersecurity concerns
Recent data breaches at American Airlines and Uber have raised concerns that consumer data is increasingly vulnerable to hacking attempts. Lindsay Gorman, a senior fellow for emerging technologies at the Alliance for Securing Democracy, discussed what customers should be concerned about if their data was compromised.
Uber blames Lapsus$ for recent hack
Uber said the group of hackers who targeted other tech companies earlier this year is behind a recent cyberattack. This comes after a teen claimed responsibility for the move. Lily Hay Newman, a senior reporter for Wired, joined "CBS News Mornings" to break down what allowed the Uber hack to happen and what this attack and other similar ones mean for consumers.
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Putin escalates war in Ukraine; teenagers take responsibility for Uber hack.
Uber dealing with "cybersecurity incident" after hacker appears to breach system
There was no indication that Uber's fleet of vehicles or its operation was in any way affected.
Uber CEO says that it will phase out gas-powered cars by 2030
Starting on Thursday, Uber's Comfort Electric option is being offered in an additional 15 U.S. cities.
Uber goes electric
After a test period in select U.S. cities, Uber is going nationwide with its new Comfort Electric feature. Passengers will now be able to specifically request an electric vehicle in 14 additional American cities, including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago and Houston. Ben Tracy has more.
Oil-exporting countries to increase production
Axios business reporter Hope King joins CBS News to discuss oil-exporting countries' decision to slightly increase production last month, plus Uber's recent announcement that a record number of drivers and delivery earners joined the company last quarter.
Uber accused of using covert technology
Former Uber lobbyist Mark MacGann has come forward as the source who leaked more than 100,000 company documents known as the "Uber Files." The documents show the ride-hailing giant used covert technology to thwart authorities from investigating Uber's business practices, a Washington Post report reveals. CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Elaine Quijano interview Joseph Menn, a technology reporter for "The Washington Post," about the scandal.
5 takeaways from investigation into Uber's influence-peddling
A new trove of leaked documents show Uber exploited violence against drivers, duped regulators in bid to kill taxi industry.
Uber brings back shared rides in U.S.
Uber is bringing back the feature that allows passengers to share rides with strangers for a discounted fare.
Top tech companies facing economic downturn
The tech industry saw massive gains during the pandemic, but an economic downturn has left some businesses in financial jeopardy. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson joined Tony Dokoupil and Lana Zak to discuss the layoffs and hiring freezes happening at top tech companies.
Uber to roll out party buses, robot deliveries and vacation bookings
As demand for rides increases, Uber plans on rolling out an array of new features for customers.
TikToker raises funds for Uber driver
A California woman raised thousands of dollars online for an Uber driver who helped her after her belongings were stolen at Coachella.
Uber and Lyft drop mask requirements
Uber and Lyft riders and drivers may now leave their masks at home, after a judge struck down a federal mask mandate.
Lyft, Uber bashed for surge pricing after subway shooting
New Yorkers shared screenshots of soaring rideshare prices after at least 10 shot in attack that halted train service.
Uber adding surcharge amid record high gas prices
Uber will add a temporary surcharge of 45 or 55 cents per ride as gas prices nationwide hit a new record high. Gas is averaging $4.33 a gallon, up by almost 50 cents since last week.
Uber adds surcharge as gas prices spike
The surcharge on rides and deliveries will depend on the average trip length and gas prices in each market, the company said in its announcement
Joseph Gordon-Levitt plays Uber CEO in series
Emmy winner Joseph Gordon-Levitt stars as Uber CEO Travis Kalanick in Showtime's series "Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber." Gordon-Levitt joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about getting into character as the so-called "notorious bad boy of tech" and working on set with award-winning actors Kyle Chandler and Uma Thurman.
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Suspected Chinese spy balloon shot down off South Carolina coast
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said President Biden authorized the operation to shoot down the balloon.
50-car train derailment in Ohio causes massive fire, evacuations
Local officials notified residents that an evacuation order remained in place Saturday morning for people within a mile of the scene.
DNC passes new primary calendar making S.C. first and booting Iowa
New Hampshire's place in the process is still an open question, after state Democrats say they could skip the line.
Record wind chill of 108 degees below zero set atop Mount Washington
A record-setting wind chill of 108 degrees below zero was seen on the summit of Mount Washington in New Hampshire, the National Weather Service said.
Suspect arrested in San Francisco synagogue shooting
The man is suspected of firing a gun loaded with blanks. There were no injuries.
Man arrested for leaving dead fish at "Goonies" house after Coast Guard rescue
Jericho Labonte, 35, also stole the boat that he piloted into the choppy waters of the Columbia River, police said.
Off-duty NYPD officer shot, wounded while trying to buy car in Brooklyn
The shooting occurred after the off-duty officer arrived at a prearranged meeting spot to look at a vehicle, authorities said.
2 planes avoid crash after possible air traffic control mishap, FAA says
A FedEx cargo jet was attempting to land when a Southwest Airlines jet was cleared to take off from the same runway, the FAA said.
LeBron moves to within 36 points of breaking Kareem's hallowed record
James had 27 points Saturday night against the Pelicans, putting him just 36 points shy of breaking Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's career scoring record.
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Off-duty NYPD officer shot, wounded while trying to buy car in Brooklyn
The shooting occurred after the off-duty officer arrived at a prearranged meeting spot to look at a vehicle, authorities said.
2 planes avoid crash after possible air traffic control mishap, FAA says
A FedEx cargo jet was attempting to land when a Southwest Airlines jet was cleared to take off from the same runway, the FAA said.
Suspect arrested in San Francisco synagogue shooting
The man is suspected of firing a gun loaded with blanks. There were no injuries.
Suspected Chinese spy balloon shot down off South Carolina coast
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said President Biden authorized the operation to shoot down the balloon.
Record wind chill of 108 degees below zero set atop Mount Washington
A record-setting wind chill of 108 degrees below zero was seen on the summit of Mount Washington in New Hampshire, the National Weather Service said.
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Jury clears Elon Musk of wrongdoing related to Tesla tweets
Jurors found the Tesla CEO didn't mislead investors in claiming he had lined up funding to take the car company public.
After-hours work emails are facing more legal restrictions
Tired of after-work emails and calls? Lawmakers across the globe are pushing back on the blurring of work and home life.
Some employers are still adding jobs. Here's who is hiring.
Unemployment rate is lowest since 1969, as some employers continue to hire new workers — especially in key industries.
How will Netflix stop you from sharing your password?
Streaming company said a crackdown is coming by March, but a similar effort in other countries yielded mixed results.
Here are the states Americans are moving to — and why
Hundreds of thousands of Americans moved last year. The reason? Think housing costs, jobs and taxes.
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DNC passes new primary calendar making S.C. first and booting Iowa
New Hampshire's place in the process is still an open question, after state Democrats say they could skip the line.
Biden tells DNC that House Republicans "intend to destroy the progress we've made"
President Biden addressed the Democratic National Committee's winter meeting in Philadelphia.
"I wouldn't underestimate" Xi's ambitions for Taiwan, says CIA director
"We know as a matter of intelligence that he's instructed the People's Liberation Army to be ready by 2027 to conduct a successful invasion," Burns also said.
Fentanyl seizures rise at U.S.-Mexico border — here's why
GOP lawmakers have incorrectly blamed the spike in fentanyl overdoses on migrants, whom they blame for bringing the drugs across the border.
George Santos may owe thousands for traffic violations in two states
At least 16 unpaid tickets, totaling more than $3,400, are tied to a car associated with Santos, records show.
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EzriCare recalls tear drops after reports of vision loss, death
Federal regulators have linked the drops to over 50 reports of eye infection and one death.
How to help someone in cardiac arrest
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook and critical care specialist at NYU Langone Dr. Deepak Pradhan join "CBS Mornings" to demonstrate life-saving techniques when a person goes into cardiac arrest.
FDA faults company behind recalled eye drops for multiple violations
Global Pharma's eye drops have been linked to a U.S. outbreak which has led to at least five people losing their vision.
Employees had nowhere to wash hands at ice cream factory behind listeria outbreak, FDA says
The FDA's investigation found a range of issues at the ice cream manufacturer that contributed to the outbreak, including a lack of a written food safety plan.
COVID vaccine, treatments could go to private market this summer, official says
Dr. Ashish Jha said he was hopeful insurers would still cover COVID-19 tests after the official end of the public health emergency.
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22 dead in Chile, as firefighters battle dozens of wildfires
Chile's government extended an emergency declaration to another region as wildfires continue to rage.
Suspected Chinese spy balloon shot down off South Carolina coast
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said President Biden authorized the operation to shoot down the balloon.
Teenage girl killed by shark in Australia while jet skiing
The 16-year-old was pulled from the Swan River with critical injuries.
FAA orders ground stop at 3 airports where suspected spy balloon last seen
The Federal Aviation Administration paused arrivals to and departures from airports in North and South Carolina.
British sailors hospitalized after drinking water on naval ship
A Royal Navy warship has returned to port in Britain after several sailors got sick from the vessel's drinking water.
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2023 Grammys: How to watch Beyoncé vs. Adele, Bad Bunny and more
Beyoncé and Adele will once again contend for top honors, while Lizzo and Harry Styles return and Bad Bunny makes history.
How will Netflix stop you from sharing your password?
Streaming company said a crackdown is coming by March, but a similar effort in other countries yielded mixed results.
Trevor Noah on preparing to host the Grammy Awards: "A crazy journey"
You can watch the Grammy Awards on CBS and streaming on Paramount+ starting at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on Sunday.
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi renew vows in surprise ceremony
de Rossi walked into her birthday wearing a wedding gown, which shocked DeGeneres.
Connie Britton on new series, "Dear Edward"
Connie Britton joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new series, "Dear Edward." The show is about a 12-year-old boy who becomes the lone survivor of a plane crash. Britton stars as Dee Dee Cameron, a wealthy and privileged woman who loses her husband in the crash. Britton discusses the inspiration behind her character.
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Report: China can spy on people using microchips
A new OODA report warns that Chinese-manufactured microchips embedded in smart devices such as fridges and laptops, pose a threat to U.K. national security. The author of the report, Charles Parton, joined CBS News to discuss how such microchips could also impact U.S. national security.
How will Netflix stop you from sharing your password?
Streaming company said a crackdown is coming by March, but a similar effort in other countries yielded mixed results.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
A first-generation iPhone is expected to go for $50,000 at auction
The 2007 phone, which is still sealed and in its box, was likely bought for $499 to $599.
ChatGPT launches new detection tool
The maker of ChatGPT has released a new tool that can help teachers detect if text was produced by a student or artificial intelligence. Kyle Wiggers, a senior reporter at TechCrunch, joined CBS News to discuss the new tool.
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Scientists hope lab-grown coral can save endangered Florida Keys reef
An outbreak of stony coral tissue loss disease threatens to destroy 20 of the 45 species in the world's third-largest coral reef.
Scientists work to save Florida's coral reef
The world's third-largest coral reef just off the Florida Keys was once a vibrant habitat for millions of plants and animals. But an outbreak of stony coral tissue loss disease is threatening to destroy it. Scientists are trying to regrow the coral in a lab hundreds of miles away to save it. Manuel Bojorquez takes a look.
Scientists in China are cloning "super cows"
The cloned animals are capable of producing 18 tons of milk a year, or 50% more than a typical American cow.
Investors eye water rights amid drought
As the Western megadrought continues, investors have been buying up land to secure the water rights that go along with them. Ben Tracy takes a look.
New York investors eye increasingly scarce water in the West
Investment firms are showing a growing interest in an increasingly scarce natural resource in the American West. For some, that's concerning.
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Off-duty NYPD officer shot, wounded while trying to buy car in Brooklyn
The shooting occurred after the off-duty officer arrived at a prearranged meeting spot to look at a vehicle, authorities said.
Man arrested for leaving dead fish at "Goonies" house after Coast Guard rescue
Jericho Labonte, 35, also stole the boat that he piloted into the choppy waters of the Columbia River, police said.
Police arrest man in case of missing zoo monkeys
Dallas police said Friday they have arrested a man in connection with two monkeys who went missing last week from the Dallas Zoo. The suspect is also charged in connection with the temporary disappearance of a leopard last month. The monkeys were found unharmed in an abandoned house.
Fentanyl seizures rise at U.S.-Mexico border — here's why
GOP lawmakers have incorrectly blamed the spike in fentanyl overdoses on migrants, whom they blame for bringing the drugs across the border.
Arrests made in "cartel-style execution" that killed 6 people, including a baby
One of the suspects was arrested after a gunbattle, a sheriff said.
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Spacewalk underway, and more space news
Astronauts are conducting a spacewalk outside the International Space Station. And NASA is marking 20 years since the space shuttle Columbia disaster. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joined Anne-Marie Green and Janet Shamlian with more on those stories, plus details on the "green comet" passing by Earth.
20 years after Columbia disaster, NASA remembers crew and lessons learned
Columbia's destruction and the loss of its crew triggered a sharp change of course for America's space program.
Mars craters and cracks create image of a teddy bear
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Lauren Sanchez plans all-women space flight aboard Bezos' Blue Origin rocket
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Rocket Lab launches first flight from Virginia's Eastern Shore
After 32 launches from Rocket Lab's New Zealand facility, the company is now set for regular flights from Virginia's Eastern Shore.
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Suspected Chinese spy balloon shot down
U.S. officials confirmed to CBS News that a suspected Chinese spy balloon, which was discovered flying over the mainland U.S. this week, was shot down off the coast of South Carolina Saturday by U.S. fighter jets. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin has more.
Say She She performs "Blow My Mind"
Each member of the brooklyn-based trio Say She She grew up singing classical music. And that's just one influence on their sound - which incorporates everything from funk to jazz and even the rhythms of Bollywood. It's all led to five-star critical reviews, a growing fan base, and their current U.S. and European tour. Now, here is Say She She with "Blow My Mind."
Say She She performs "Norma"
Each member of the Brooklyn-based trio Say She She grew up singing classical music. And that's just one influence on their sound - which incorporates everything from funk to jazz and even the rhythms of Bollywood. It's all led to five-star critical reviews, a growing fan base, and their current U.S. and European tour. Now, here is Say She She with "Norma."
Say She She performs "Fortune Teller"
Each member of the brooklyn-based trio Say She She grew up singing classical music. And that's just one influence on their sound - which incorporates everything from funk to jazz and even the rhythms of Bollywood. It's all led to five-star critical reviews, a growing fan base, and their current U.S. and European tour. Now, from their debut album "Prism," here is Say She She with "Fortune Teller."
The Dish: Toya Boudy
Toya Boudy is a New Orleans-based chef, cookbook author and cultural ambassador. And she’s known for putting a unique twist on classic New Orleans-style dishes - and taking the mystery and challenge out of preparing them. Michelle Miller reports.