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Judge lets VW roll on $15B auto buyback; Apple's iPhone sales slide; and Under Armour's stock takes a breather. These headlines and more from CBS MoneyWatch.
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Volkswagen emission lawsuits
In a new fallout in the Volkswagen emissions scandal, lawsuits filed by three states claim top executives were involved with creating so-called "defeat devices." Software helped hundreds of thousands of so-called "clean diesel" cars pass tests in the U.S. The suits come weeks after an estimated $15 billion record settlement package with owners and regulators in the U.S. Kris Van Cleave reports.
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Turkish officials say at least 28 people are dead and dozens more are injured after multiple explosions at Istanbul's Ataturk Airport; Rescuers are trying to untangle an 80-foot blue whale just a few miles off the coast of California
Volkswagen Pays Up
Volkswagen has agreed to pay $15.3 billion in one of the largest class-action settlements in U.S. history. Most of that will go to owners who bought so-called "clean diesel" cars. It turns out VW designed them to cheat on emissions tests. DeMarco Morgan has more.
MoneyWatch Headlines for June 28, 2016
VW to pay more than $15B to settle diesel-cheat scandal; S&P slashes U.K.'s pristine credit rating. These headlines and more from CBS MoneyWatch.
MoneyWatch Headlines for June 24, 2016
Stock plunge in U.S., Europe, Asia, on Brexit results; VW reportedly close to $10 billion settlement for emissions cheat. These and more headlines from CBS MoneyWatch.
Prince was worth at least $300 million when he died; VW scandal's cost swells to $18.2 billion; new woes for teen retailer Aeropostale
Prince was worth at least $300 million when he died; VW scandal's cost swells to $18.2 billion; new woes for teen retailer Aeropostale. These and other headlines from CBS MoneyWatch.
BP will cut 4,000 jobs as oil and gas prices nosedive, California regulators decry Volkswagen's plan to fix polluting engines and more
BP will cut 4,000 jobs as oil and gas prices nosedive, California regulators decry Volkswagen's plan to fix polluting engines and more. CBS News Moneywatch's Jill Wagner has today's CBSN business headlines.
President Obama's gun control plan causes gun stocks to rise, federal officials sue Volkswagen for cheating emissions standards and more
President Obama's gun control plan causes gun stocks to rise, federal officials sue Volkswagen for cheating emissions standards and more. CBS News Moneywatch's Jill Wagner has today's CBSN business headlines.
Volkswagen sales have plummeted 25% amid an emissions cheating scandal this year
Volkswagen sales have plummeted 25% amid an emissions cheating scandal this year. Mike Spector is a reporter for The Wall Street Journal and has reported extensively on the automaker amid the scandal. He joins CBSN with more on what Volkswagen needs to do to pick up sales.
A frenzied weekend of shopping is underway, kicked off by Black Friday
A frenzied weekend of shopping is underway, kicked off by Black Friday, one of the biggest shopping days of the year. Also, Volkswagen's emissions scandal puts a dent in its bottom line. Mark Albert reports on the day's top MoneyWatch headlines.
Regulators again accuse VW of emissions cheating, Google plans drone deliveries, Amazon adds paternity leave and more
Regulators again accuse VW of emissions cheating, Google plans drone deliveries, Amazon adds paternity leave and more. CBS News Moneywatch's Jill Wagner has today's CBSN business headlines.
The investigation of the Russian airline crash in Egypt continues, Ben Carson leads the GOP primary field, VW is again accused of cheating on emissions and more are among today's CBSNews.com trending stories
The investigation of the Russian airline crash in Egypt continues, Ben Carson leads the GOP primary field, VW is again accused of cheating on emissions and more are among today's CBSNews.com trending stories.
At a House subcommittee hearing, VW's American branch CEO Michael Horn apologized "on behalf of everyone at Volkswagen" for the software cheat designed to beat emissions tests found in VW clean diesel vehicles
At a House subcommittee hearing, VW's American branch CEO Michael Horn apologized "on behalf of everyone at Volkswagen" for the software cheat designed to beat emissions tests found in VW clean diesel vehicles. Kris Van Cleave reports.
VW top executive testifies in Congress, Lumber Liquidators pays millions to end investigation, Best Buy's robot salesperson and more
VW top executive testifies in Congress, Lumber Liquidators pays millions to end investigation, Best Buy's robot salesperson and more. CBS News MoneyWatch's Jill Wagner has today's CBSN Business Headlines.
Volkswagen executive expected to give congressional testimony, Heating oil usage drops, California governor signs Fair Pay Act and more
Volkswagen executive expected to give congressional testimony, Heating oil usage drops, California governor signs Fair Pay Act and more. CBS News MoneyWatch's Jill Wagner has today's CBSN Business Headlines.
The full episode of the CBS Evening news from September 29, 2015 edition
Georgia is set to execute a woman Tuesday night for the first time in 70 years, ignoring a call from Pope Francis to spare the convicted murderer's life; Dean Reynolds profiles a Minnesota nun who is also a high school football coach
As Volkswagen continues damage control from the revelation the automaker cheated on emissions tests, dealers are finding it tough to sell the company's cars
As Volkswagen continues damage control from the revelation the automaker cheated on emissions tests, dealers are finding it tough to sell the company's cars. Omar Villafranca spoke with one of those dealers Tuesday.
There’s new fallout from the emissions cheating scandal at Volkswagen
There’s new fallout from the emissions cheating scandal at Volkswagen. This year, the automaker overtook Toyota as the world's largest carmaker by sales. It happened three years ahead of the company's target. But investors punished Volkswagen's stock after the company's lie about emissions data. Can Volkswagen stay on top? Ariel Investments president and CBS News financial contributor Mellody Hobson joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the company's former CEO Martin Winterkorn and the impact of the scandal.
Mathias Muller is now the new CEO of Volkswagen
Mathias Muller is now the new CEO of Volkswagen. He was the head of VW's Porsche line, but he’ll now steer VW through its emissions cheating scandal. Meanwhile, the EPA says it’s upping its game against all carmakers. Kris Van Cleave reports.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the September 22, 2015 edition
Pope Francis set foot on American soil for the first time in his life Tuesday as he landed at Joint Base Andrews and was greeted by President Obama; For ages, popes road on the shoulders of the faithful, but after an assassination attempt on Pope John Paul II, everything changed.
CBS News looks back at the hazy days before car emissions, when Los Angeles was shrouded in thick clouds of carbon monoxide and other pollutants
CBS News looks back at the hazy days before car emissions, when Los Angeles was shrouded in thick clouds of carbon monoxide and other pollutants. Ben Tracy has more.
Volkswagen’s emission scandal is getting bigger
Volkswagen’s emission scandal is getting bigger. Attorneys General in California and New York launched their own probe into the cheating software scandal along with the U.S. Department of Justice. And authorities in Germany, France and Britain called for probes into the move to equip 11 million diesel cars worldwide with software to cheat during pollution tests. Kris Van Cleave has more on this.
The pope's U.S. visit, Scott Walker's campaign exit, VW's EPA scandal, a massive drug price hike and more are among today's CBS News trending stories
The pope's U.S. visit, Scott Walker's campaign exit, VW's EPA scandal, a massive drug price hike and more are among today's CBS News trending stories.
The full episode of the CBS Evening news from September 21, 2015 edition
The EPA says Volkswagen used sophisticated software allowing U.S. cars to pass emission tests they should have failed; more than 80,000 people have committed to engage in acts of kindness as a way to honor Pope Francis' visit
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U.S. sinks 7 Iranian boats as Iran attacks UAE, ships in Strait of Hormuz
Iran launched attacks on the UAE and tankers in the Strait of Hormuz while the U.S. destroyed Iranian boats "that attempted to interfere" with Project Freedom.
Judge "very troubled" by accused correspondents' dinner gunman's treatment in jail
A federal judge on Monday sharply criticized the treatment of accused White House Correspondents' Dinner attacker Cole Allen, at one point apologizing to the defendant for what he saw as overly restrictive and punitive conditions in jail.
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Inside the effort to replace America's Minuteman III nuclear missiles
Hundreds of Minuteman III nuclear missile silos dot the landscape from Colorado up to the Canadian border, but a major transition is underway.
1 missing U.S. soldier in Morocco was trying to save another, officials say
Search and rescue efforts were still underway as of Monday after the two U.S. Army soldiers went missing off Morocco's southern coast over the weekend while off duty during a training exercise.
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni reach settlement in "It Ends With Us" lawsuit
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
Rudy Giuliani hospitalized in critical condition, spokesperson says
The 81-year-old former New York City mayor has been hospitalized for pneumonia, his spokesperson said.
Trump family's World Liberty Financial sues billionaire for defamation
The lawsuit ramps up a feud between World Liberty Financial and Sun, who last month sued the Trump-backed company for fraud.
United flight landing at Newark strikes light pole, truck on N.J. Turnpike
An investigation is underway after a United Airlines plane struck a light pole and truck on the New Jersey Turnpike as it was coming in for a landing at Newark Liberty Airport on Sunday afternoon, officials said.
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Elizabeth Smart says she feels liberated after body building competitions
Elizabeth Smart, who survived abduction and sexual abuse as a teenager and went on to become a child safety advocate, recently revealed a pivot into body building.
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Inside the effort to replace America's Minuteman III nuclear missiles
Hundreds of Minuteman III nuclear missile silos dot the landscape from Colorado up to the Canadian border, but a major transition is underway.
1 missing U.S. soldier in Morocco was trying to save another, officials say
Search and rescue efforts were still underway as of Monday after the two U.S. Army soldiers went missing off Morocco's southern coast over the weekend while off duty during a training exercise.
Judge "very troubled" by accused correspondents' dinner gunman's treatment in jail
A federal judge on Monday sharply criticized the treatment of accused White House Correspondents' Dinner attacker Cole Allen, at one point apologizing to the defendant for what he saw as overly restrictive and punitive conditions in jail.
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni reach settlement in "It Ends With Us" lawsuit
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
How much does a ticket to the Met Gala cost in 2026?
Tickets for Monday's Metropolitan Museum of Art event in New York City are into the six figures — if you get an invite.
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How much does a ticket to the Met Gala cost in 2026?
Tickets for Monday's Metropolitan Museum of Art event in New York City are into the six figures — if you get an invite.
Spirit Airlines says it has refunded most customers after shutdown
Some Spirit Airlines customers with flight tickets could be out of luck after the discount carrier ceased operations.
Trump family's World Liberty Financial sues billionaire for defamation
The lawsuit ramps up a feud between World Liberty Financial and Sun, who last month sued the Trump-backed company for fraud.
GameStop offers to buy eBay for $55.5 billion, threatens hostile bid
EBay said on Monday that it will "carefully review" GameStop's unsolicited $ 125-per-share takeover offer.
9 tribes sue to stop exploratory drilling in Black Hills near sacred site
Nine Native American tribes in South Dakota, North Dakota and Nebraska are suing the federal government in a bid to stop exploratory drilling for graphite near a sacred site in the Black Hills.
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Judge "very troubled" by accused correspondents' dinner gunman's treatment in jail
A federal judge on Monday sharply criticized the treatment of accused White House Correspondents' Dinner attacker Cole Allen, at one point apologizing to the defendant for what he saw as overly restrictive and punitive conditions in jail.
Alito temporarily restores FDA rule allowing abortion pill to be sent by mail
A federal appeals court blocked a FDA rule that allowed the abortion pill mifepristone to be dispensed through the mail.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett and Sen. Raphael Warnock join Margaret Brennan.
9 tribes sue to stop exploratory drilling in Black Hills near sacred site
Nine Native American tribes in South Dakota, North Dakota and Nebraska are suing the federal government in a bid to stop exploratory drilling for graphite near a sacred site in the Black Hills.
Man arrested at Trump Miami golf club for disturbance, Secret Service says
The incident occurred one week after shots were fired during the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, D.C., and Mr. Trump was rushed off the dais.
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Alito temporarily restores FDA rule allowing abortion pill to be sent by mail
A federal appeals court blocked a FDA rule that allowed the abortion pill mifepristone to be dispensed through the mail.
Apparent hantavirus outbreak kills 3 on cruise ship, sickens at least 3 more
A suspected outbreak of the rare hantavirus on a cruise ship in the Atlantic off Africa killed three people and sickened at least three others, health officials say.
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Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The effects of overtourism; horse therapy; a tool to help keep dementia in check; Sting on "The Last Ship"; a golf journalist takes over a failing golf course; a Mozart exhibition; and collecting PEZ dispensers.
A tool to help keep dementia in check
Many people fear that a family history of dementia dooms them to inevitably suffer the condition themselves. But a new tool, the Brain Care Score, shows how lifestyle changes can be beneficial, cutting the risk of dementia. National Public Radio correspondent Allison Aubrey talks with neurologist Dr. Jonathan Rosand about how making changes to your daily habits might just be the prescription needed.
A tool to help keep dementia in check
Many people fear that a family history of dementia dooms them to inevitably suffer the condition themselves. But a new tool, the Brain Care Score, shows how lifestyle changes can be beneficial, cutting the risk of dementia.
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1 missing U.S. soldier in Morocco was trying to save another, officials say
Search and rescue efforts were still underway as of Monday after the two U.S. Army soldiers went missing off Morocco's southern coast over the weekend while off duty during a training exercise.
Russia and Ukraine declare separate ceasefires ahead of WWII anniversary
Russia on Monday declared a unilateral ceasefire with Ukraine between May 8-9, when Moscow marks its annual World War II Victory Day commemorations.
2 dead after driver plows into people in Leipzig, Germany
Police said several were injured in the incident, which happened in the Grimmaische Strasse, a street that leads into central Leipzig's shopping area.
Record cocaine haul seized in Atlantic by Spanish police, union says
Spanish police impounded what is believed to be a national record haul of cocaine from a ship, with the seizure potentially reaching 40 tons, a union said.
Iran hangs 3 people over involvement in anti-government protests
Arrests and executions in Iran have been on the rise since the start of the regional war triggered by a U.S.-Israeli attack on Feb. 28.
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Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni reach settlement in "It Ends With Us" lawsuit
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
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Live Updates: Met Gala 2026 red carpet arrivals and celebrity photos
The stars are out at the Met Gala, walking the red carpet adorned in clothing designed for the "Costume Art" theme.
Star Wars fans celebrate May the 4th
Alex Damon, one of the minds behind the "Star Wars Explained" viral videos, joins CBS News to discuss the franchise as fans celebrate May 4, a popular day among followers.
What to expect from the 2026 Met Gala
Fashion's biggest night, the 2026 Met Gala, will take place Monday night on New York City's Upper East Side. Lauren Sherman, CBS News contributor and fashion correspondent for Puck, joins to discuss.
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Lizzo opens up about new music amid yearslong legal battle
In an exclusive interview with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King, Lizzo spoke about releasing new music and her ongoing legal battle, saying, "the truth is less salacious than the headlines."
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GameStop offers to buy eBay for $55.5 billion, threatens hostile bid
EBay said on Monday that it will "carefully review" GameStop's unsolicited $ 125-per-share takeover offer.
Almanac: May 3
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
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.
Reducing data center impact on U.S. power grid
Powerful artificial intelligence data centers are putting a significant strain on the nation's power grid, but one U.S.-based company has a proposal to help solve the issue. Jon Parella, CEO and founder of Terraflow Energy, joins to discuss.
Apple's latest earnings beat expectations
Apple's latest earnings report beat Wall Street expectations. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more.
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Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Bill Nye on the Artemis II moon mission
Bill Nye The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more after meeting the Artemis II crew in person after their successful mission around the moon.
Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
AI used to reveal face of victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
In a first, endangered orangutan seen using canopy bridge to cross road
Rapid development has been shrinking the jungle habitat of the critically endangered species, and fatal conflicts with people have been increasing.
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Gunman shot near Washington Monument
The White House was on lockdown Monday afternoon after the Secret Service shot a gunman just blocks away near the Washington Monument. Nicole Sganga reports.
Cole Allen moved off suicide watch
Cole Allen, the suspected shooter at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, was moved off suicide watch in jail ahead of his appearance in court on Monday. CBS News senior coordinating producer Anna Schecter has more.
Record cocaine haul seized in Atlantic by Spanish police, union says
Spanish police impounded what is believed to be a national record haul of cocaine from a ship, with the seizure potentially reaching 40 tons, a union said.
Claims on shot that hit Secret Service agent
U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro is claiming that Cole Allen, the suspect linked to a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, fired a shot that hit a Secret Service agent's vest. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Shooting at lake near Oklahoma City leaves at least 18 injured
At least 18 people were at hospitals following a shooting at a party at Arcadia Lake, near Oklahoma City, police say.
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Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Artemis crew surprises 5-year-old aspiring astronaut with special gift
The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
Artemis II crew reveals what snack they ate right after splashdown
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
Artemis II astronauts talk mission toilet troubles: "We made do"
The plumbing issues aboard the Orion capsule became headline news in the early days of the historic Artemis II mission.
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Artemis crew tells kids moon flight was "the best roller coaster ride"
The Artemis II astronauts joined "CBS Mornings" for a live town hall where they took questions from kids just weeks after returning from their historic moon mission.
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Gunman shot near Washington Monument
The White House was on lockdown Monday afternoon after the Secret Service shot a gunman just blocks away near the Washington Monument. Nicole Sganga reports.
Details on SCOTUS' latest mifepristone ruling
The Supreme Court on Monday temporarily restored the ability to receive the abortion pill mifepristone by mail. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
Latest on Strait of Hormuz amid new Trump plan
President Trump announced on Sunday the beginning of Project Freedom, an operation under which the U.S. military will "guide" ships stranded for weeks in the Persian Gulf out via the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean has more.
Search continues for 2 missing U.S. soldiers
A group of U.S. service members were on a hike in Morocco following training exercises when one soldier fell off a cliff into water and a second soldier jumped in to save him, officials say. Now both are missing. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.
Latest news on the Spirit Airlines shutdown
Spirit Airlines' abrupt shutdown over the weekend sent passengers and employees scrambling to figure out what's next. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave and Peter Greenberg have more on why the company closed and what it means for the rest of the airline industry.