Ex-Google engineer charged with stealing trade secrets for self-driving cars
The charges against Anthony Levandowski highlight the race between Uber and Google to build robotic vehicles
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Uber driver gives customer free clothes after ride
Diane told her Uber driver, Lamiyah, she was waiting until Christmas to get a new church dress. Lamiyah didn't want her to wait that long
Uber lost $5 billion last quarter—its biggest loss ever
Stock-based payouts after Uber's IPO have helped make 2019 the "peak" year for losses, company CEO says
Uber lays off 400 people from its marketing team
Ride-hailing company blames its losses partly on costly promotions to attract riders and drivers
Uber glitch overcharges customers 100 times their fares
One passenger complained she was charged $1,308 on her credit card instead of $13.08, prompting a fraud alert
Lawsuits liken employer background checks to snooping
Companies from Amazon to Uber are accused in lawsuits of improperly conducting background checks on job applicants
Making "The Jetsons" a reality: The first flying, self-driving cars are coming
"A lot of us grew up watching 'The Jetsons' and thought that was far-fetched. The reality is here today"
Family blames Uber after their 12-year-old daughter's death
"Uber took my daughter past the point of no return, they drove her there," her father said
Uber to offer helicopter taxi service in NYC
Uber Copter will take select "members" on an 8-minute flight to or from Wall St. and JFK Airport -- for a $200-to-$225 price
Uber to ban riders who get rotten rating from drivers
Ride-sharing company says customers who repeatedly misbehave will have their app deactivated
Lyft riders can soon dial 911 from the app
Lyft is joining Uber in adding more safety features following the death of a college student
Uber offers "quiet mode" for riders who don't want to talk
Uber's "quiet mode" lets riders silently indicate their preference for a conversation-free ride — for a premium price
Eat dirt, Uber: Beyond Meat most successful IPO of 2019 thus far
The alternative meat startup's stock price has soared nearly 250% to $87 per share since it went public on May 2
Uber stock investors better buckle up for bumpy ride
Monday is ride-hail company's first full day of trading after a rough IPO last Friday that saw rare stock price drop
Will Uber drivers profit from tech company's big IPO?
Already-rich investors are poised to win big-time, but the outcome for drivers who fuel the company is less favorable
Uber, losing an average of 58 cents per ride, readies an IPO
The profitless company could be valued at up to $90 billion by Wall Street, or roughly twice the market cap of Ford
Jeff Bezos, the richest man in the world is about to get even richer
Amazon founder's stake in Uber could be worth $400 million when the ride-hailing company goes public next week
Car-sharing apps face a roadblock in state legislatures
As for Uber, Airbnb and other sharing services, issues of taxation and regulation are creating contentious battles
Labor Department says gig workers aren't employees
Trump administration decision could boost bottom lines for companies like Uber, Lyft, Handy, Postmates and Doordash
Uber dials back expectations as its preps for massive IPO
Ridesharing company expects to be valued at upwards of $90 billion when it goes public, lower than previous estimates
Uber IPO could net Travis Kalanick nearly $9 billion
Entrepreneur was ousted as CEO nearly two years ago, but he still owns more Uber stock than anyone
Uber and Lyft drivers plan 24-hour strike to protest pay
Rideshare workers in eight U.S. cities say they'll turn off their apps on May 8 in push for higher wages
Moneywatch: Ghosn bail, Uber drivers, Tesla loss
Jailed former Nissan chief Carlos Ghosn posted $4.5 million bail, Uber drivers plan a nationwide strike May 8, and Tesla lost $700 million in the first quarter. These are some of today's MoneyWatch headlines.
Elon Musk predicts Tesla will have "robotaxis" on the road next year
It's the Tesla CEO's latest big prediction with few details
Uber to roll out new safety push notification feature
Ride-share app Uber is taking measure to improve safety for its passengers. Users will not receive a push notification reminding them to check they have the right driver when getting picked up. CBSN New York has the details.
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Trump again says Iran ceasefire is over, but U.S. will keep talking
Efforts are underway to get U.S.-Iran peace talks back on track after the most intense exchange of attacks since the ceasefire took effect.
Parents of teen found dead on island don't believe he chose to stay behind
Christine and Elmore Wonsley said they don't believe their son would've stayed on the island when his friends left by boat.
Pentagon releases new set of UFO files: "Unlike anything I had seen"
The U.S. military released a new batch of files related to UFOs, including one report from a Navy pilot who said a mysterious object was "unlike anything I had seen" in 28 years of service.
Devastation, agony and hope: What we saw in Venezuela after the earthquakes
The earthquakes that rocked Venezuela last month led to catastrophic damage in the port city of La Guaira — killing thousands and forcing rescuers to scour the rubble for missing people. Here's what we saw.
Hegseth frustrated with lack of adherence to grooming rules
Eight months ago, Hegseth told top military leaders there would be "no more beardos" and "fat troops."
Trump says he still won't sign housing bill, which will become law soon if he doesn't veto
President Trump didn't say Friday whether he will veto the legislation.
Man partially sucked out of plane window during flight, passenger says
A woman says she saw a fellow passenger on her Ryanair flight get his head and shoulders sucked out of a window that broke during their trip between Greece and Germany.
Apache pilots' suspensions lifted after flyby over South Carolina beach
The decision to suspend the pilots quickly led to backlash online and drew the attention of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
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Schiff launches inquiry into DOJ's closure of baby formula probe
Sen. Schiff is launching a congressional inquiry into why the DOJ shuttered a criminal probe into Cronobacter bacterial contamination at an Abbott Laboratories plant that made baby formula.
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Hegseth frustrated with lack of adherence to grooming rules
Eight months ago, Hegseth told top military leaders there would be "no more beardos" and "fat troops."
Trump says he still won't sign housing bill, which will become law soon if he doesn't veto
President Trump didn't say Friday whether he will veto the legislation.
Apache pilots' suspensions lifted after flyby over South Carolina beach
The decision to suspend the pilots quickly led to backlash online and drew the attention of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Pentagon releases new set of UFO files: "Unlike anything I had seen"
The U.S. military released a new batch of files related to UFOs, including one report from a Navy pilot who said a mysterious object was "unlike anything I had seen" in 28 years of service.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (July 12)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
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Trump says he still won't sign housing bill, which will become law soon if he doesn't veto
President Trump didn't say Friday whether he will veto the legislation.
Ex-Epoch Times CFO pleads guilty in $67 million money laundering scheme
The former CFO of The Epoch Times, a conservative multinational media company, interrupted jury selection at his money laundering trial to plead guilty to a conspiracy charge in a $67 million fraud scheme.
EasyJet accepts takeover offer from Apollo, over Castlerock's bid
British budget airline EasyJet says it's reached an agreement in principle for a £5.7-billion ($7.7-billion) takeover by U.S. private equity firm Apollo, topping a rival offer from fellow American private equity investor Castlelake.
Home prices across the U.S. hit an all-time high
Sky-high housing prices make even starter homes too expensive for most Americans, housing data show.
Millions of Americans have until July 10 to claim refunds from the IRS
A federal court ruling enabled some taxpayers to seek refunds tied to COVID-era filing deadlines. But that window expires July 10 — here's what to know.
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Hegseth frustrated with lack of adherence to grooming rules
Eight months ago, Hegseth told top military leaders there would be "no more beardos" and "fat troops."
Trump says he still won't sign housing bill, which will become law soon if he doesn't veto
President Trump didn't say Friday whether he will veto the legislation.
Apache pilots' suspensions lifted after flyby over South Carolina beach
The decision to suspend the pilots quickly led to backlash online and drew the attention of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Pentagon releases new set of UFO files: "Unlike anything I had seen"
The U.S. military released a new batch of files related to UFOs, including one report from a Navy pilot who said a mysterious object was "unlike anything I had seen" in 28 years of service.
Illinois assault weapons ban upheld by federal appeals court
A federal appeals court on Thursday upheld an Illinois ban on semiautomatic weapons, keeping in place a law passed largely in response to a deadly Independence Day parade shooting.
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I tried eating Erling Haaland's World Cup "Viking diet" for a day
Can a normal human handle soccer star Erling Haaland's calorific bonanza? CBS News' Leigh Kiniry found out the hard way.
What to know about "explosive" diarrhea-causing parasite reported in several states
Michigan is experiencing its largest outbreak of a parasitic infection, called cyclosporiasis, that causes severe diarrhea.
What to know about infant botulism
A fourth infant was hospitalized for botulism linked to Nara Organics baby formula, and the FDA is now expanding its investigation. Dr. Céline Gounder has the latest.
Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
Switching to a cheaper health plan delayed a man's access to vital medicine
A Florida man thought he had carefully planned for a seamless switch between health plans. It was anything but.
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At least 11 killed by wildfire in southern Spain
The cause of the blaze hasn't been determined, but Spain has been among the many European nations hit by severe heat waves, with temperatures peaking at almost 106 in the country's south.
Man partially sucked out of plane window during flight, passenger says
A woman says she saw a fellow passenger on her Ryanair flight get his head and shoulders sucked out of a window that broke during their trip between Greece and Germany.
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Trump again says Iran ceasefire is over, but U.S. will keep talking
Efforts are underway to get U.S.-Iran peace talks back on track after the most intense exchange of attacks since the ceasefire took effect.
Mexico seeks prosecutions over deaths in U.S. after fatal ICE shooting
Mexico's government has sharply criticized the treatment of its citizens under President Trump's push to increase deportations.
Devastation, agony and hope: What we saw in Venezuela after the earthquakes
The earthquakes that rocked Venezuela last month led to catastrophic damage in the port city of La Guaira — killing thousands and forcing rescuers to scour the rubble for missing people. Here's what we saw.
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Sean Evans on Netflix "Hot Ones" spinoff
"Hot Ones," hosted by Sean Evans, has become one of the hottest series on YouTube. He talks to Vladimir Duthiers about his celebrity-filled show, his new Netflix spinoff, "Hot Ones: Extra Heat," and who he wants to interview next.
Meg Cabot on new "The Princess Diaries" book
Author Meg Cabot returns to Genovia to reinterpret "The Princess Diaries" in her new graphic novel, "The Princess Diaries: The Graphic Novel." Cabot tells "CBS Mornings" that she's excited to revisit the characters from the original films and "introduce them to a new generation."
Book excerpt: "Mighty Real: A History of LGBTQ Music, 1969-2000" by Barry Walters
Barry Walters, a writer for such publications as Rolling Stone and Spin, explores how LGBTQ songwriters, musicians, execs and fans reshaped pop culture in the late 20th century, as queer messages in music became less coded.
Director of "Aces," breaks down docuseries
"Aces: The ATP No. 1 Club" is a new docuseries on the greatest male tennis players of all time. It features rare interviews from legends who reached number one in the world. Pat Dimon, the director of "Aces," joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Jon Batiste performs "Georgia On My Mind"
Jon Batiste performs the Ray Charles classic, "Georgia On My Mind," as America rings in its 250th birthday.
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Breaking down the Texas app store age law
Earlier this week, the Supreme Court said it would allow Texas to enforce a law requiring app stores to verify users' ages while the issue plays out in the lower courts. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the constitutional question.
Deepfake vulnerabilities in Meta's new AI tool
Meta has launched a new AI-imaging tool called Muse that could make public Instagram users vulnerable to deepfakes. Muse allows other Instagram users to use photos from public accounts to make AI images without explicit approval or knowledge. CNET AI reporter Katelyn Chedraoui 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.
China warns of "security backdoor" in Anthropic AI coding tool
A Chinese industry regulator warned users of a "security backdoor" embedded in versions of U.S. artificial intelligence company Anthropic's coding tool, Claude Code.
Satellites search for wildfires from space
FireSat satellites, equipped with specialized cameras and imaging software, are helping detect wildfires from space. Muon Space CEO Jonny Dyer explains how the satellites could help firefighting efforts.
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2,000-year-old gold rings and human bones found by archaeologists
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
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.
The American innovation that made millions of others possible
From the lightbulb to the airplane, to medical breakthroughs and the internet age, the past 250 years have been defined by America's intrepid intellect.
New White House UFO panel chair speaks out
The White House appointed former Harvard University astronomer Avi Loeb to lead its new panel on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, also known as UAPs and UFOs. Loeb shares his enthusiasm for his new role.
3 futurists predict what America will be like in the centuries ahead
From space to healthcare and artificial intelligence, what could the next 250 years of the United States look like?
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Video before ICE kills Lorenzo Salgado Araujo
New video appears to show the moments before U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers fatally shot Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston, Texas. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
Nolan Wells' parents speak out
The parents of Nolan Wells, the missing 18-year-old who was found dead on an island off Mississippi, said they don't believe their son volunteered to stay on the island by himself. Christine and Elmore Wonsley and their lawyer, Ben Crump, spoke about the case on "CBS Mornings."
New info in case of missing woman in Bahamas
Coast Guard investigators are looking into the disappearance of Lynette Hooker, 55, who went missing in the Bahamas. While Hooker's husband claims she fell from a dinghy, a source close to the family tells CBS News that Hooker may have returned to the couple's sailboat before she vanished. Cristian Benavides reports.
Roommate claims Kirk suspect confessed
Tyler Robinson is accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk. In new police interview footage seen in court, Robinson's former roommate and partner told investigators that Robinson confessed to the crime. Carter Evans has the latest details from Utah.
Tyler Robinson's roommate on Kirk comments
Tyler Robinson's former roommate, Lance Twiggs, spoke to prosecutors about apparent comments made after Charlie Kirk's death. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
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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.
NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
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Video before ICE kills Lorenzo Salgado Araujo
New video appears to show the moments before U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers fatally shot Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston, Texas. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
Iran buries former supreme leader
Crowds held a long banner that said "Hey Trump we will kill you" as mourners gathered for the burial of former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata reports, and contributor Joseph Zacks, a former deputy assistant director for counterterrorism for the CIA, joins with more insight.
Sean Evans on Netflix "Hot Ones" spinoff
"Hot Ones," hosted by Sean Evans, has become one of the hottest series on YouTube. He talks to Vladimir Duthiers about his celebrity-filled show, his new Netflix spinoff, "Hot Ones: Extra Heat," and who he wants to interview next.
Lifeguards demonstrate rip current safety
On sweltering summer days, many are beating the heat with a trip to the sea -- but ocean safety is key to a great beach day. Matt Gutman joined lifeguards to get a rip current safety demonstration.
At least 28 killed in Chinese shoe factory fire
Flames engulfed a five-story shoe factory in Jinjiang in southern China, killing at least 28 people. The factory's owners and manager have been arrested. Anna Coren reports.