People selling Splash Mountain water on eBay after ride closes
"I have many bottles that my friends and I got on the last day of splash mountain," wrote the seller of a baggie full of water. Here's how much it's going for.
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Disney hikes entrance price on Magic Kingdom as high as $189
A one-day ticket to the the Magic Kingdom, the world's most popular theme park, will now cost as much as $189.
Pennsylvania man's alligator becomes emotional support animal
Wally the alligator isn't threatening like other gators are — in fact, it's the total opposite.
Disney reopens after closing as Hurricane Ian blasted Florida
Entertainment giant is gradually welcoming back visitors to its theme parks and hotels starting Friday morning.
Disney Plus Day 2022 is today: Everything you need to know
The global streaming celebration takes place on Sept. 8 and marks the release of tons of Disney content.
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Deadly ice storm ending in South, bitter blast ahead in Midwest, New England
Even as the storm system was leaving the South, frigid, record-breaking temperatures were lining up for parts of the Upper Midwest and New England.
Pelosi endorses Schiff in California Senate race if Feinstein retires
The 89-year-old Feinstein has not made a decision about her political future.
Groundhog Day 2023: Punxsutawney Phil makes his annual prediction
Punxsutawney Phil made his prediction as a deadly storm wreaked havoc in the South and the Northeast was bracing for a dangerous Arctic blast.
Jewish settler population in the West Bank hits a "huge hallmark"
"We're here to stay," said one advocate, predicting a new settlement surge under Benjamin Netanyahu's far-right coalition.
Hunter Biden calls for investigations in new front against GOP foes
His legal team is going on the offensive, calling for state and federal investigations into the dissemination of material from his laptop.
Family awarded $10.5 million for newlywed beheaded by gate at Utah park
Judge Bruce Jenkins called Esther Nakajjigo's death "gruesome and overwhelmingly shocking."
Companies give people fake "manager" titles, and save billions
Calling your retail clerk an "assistant store manager" has a surprisingly big payoff, new research finds.
U.S. to expand military presence in Philippines in move to counter China
The United States and the Philippines have announced an expansion of America's military presence in the Southeast Asian country.
"Dances With Wolves" actor slated to face judge on sex abuse charges
Possible charges against Nathan Chasing Horse include sex trafficking and sexual assault of Indigenous girls. He's believed to be leader of a cult.
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House to vote to kick Rep. Ilhan Omar off Foreign Affairs Committee
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has pledged to remove the Minnesota Democrat from the panel.
Family awarded $10.5 million for newlywed beheaded by gate at Utah park
Judge Bruce Jenkins called Esther Nakajjigo's death "gruesome and overwhelmingly shocking."
U.S. to expand military presence in Philippines in move to counter China
The United States and the Philippines have announced an expansion of America's military presence in the Southeast Asian country.
Millions on Medicaid face coverage cliff as pandemic aid ends
Millions of low-income Americans are at risk of losing health coverage, threatening their access to medical care.
Texas high school choir director wins 2023 Grammy Music Educator Award
Dawson was selected from 1,205 initial nomination submissions.
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Millions on Medicaid face coverage cliff as pandemic aid ends
Millions of low-income Americans are at risk of losing health coverage, threatening their access to medical care.
Companies give people fake "manager" titles, and save billions
Calling your retail clerk an "assistant store manager" has a surprisingly big payoff, new research finds.
Conagra Brands recalls nearly 2.6 million pounds of canned meat and poultry
So far, no consumers have reported any illnesses as a result of the possible contamination.
ChatGPT is growing faster than TikTok
AI text tool is already estimated to have acquired 100 million monthly users only two months after it was launched.
Black Americans more likely to be IRS audited than other races
A new study suggests ways the IRS could solve an algorithmic bias that has harmed low-income and Black taxpayers.
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House to vote to kick Rep. Ilhan Omar off Foreign Affairs Committee
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has pledged to remove the Minnesota Democrat from the panel.
U.S. to expand military presence in Philippines in move to counter China
The United States and the Philippines have announced an expansion of America's military presence in the Southeast Asian country.
Pelosi endorses Schiff in California Senate race if Feinstein retires
The 89-year-old Feinstein has not made a decision about her political future.
Congressional Black Caucus to push for police reform in White House meeting
Some lawmakers are expected to bring family members of victims of police violence to President Biden's State of the Union address.
FBI investigating Santos' alleged role in fundraiser for veteran's dying dog
A veteran has alleged that Santos helped him raise $3,000 for his dying dog through Santos' pet charity, but the veteran said he never got the money.
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Millions on Medicaid face coverage cliff as pandemic aid ends
Millions of low-income Americans are at risk of losing health coverage, threatening their access to medical care.
Conagra Brands recalls nearly 2.6 million pounds of canned meat and poultry
So far, no consumers have reported any illnesses as a result of the possible contamination.
GoodRx shared consumer health data with Facebook, Google, FTC says
FTC is fining GoodRx for alleged unauthorized disclosures of consumers' personal health info to Facebook, Google, others.
15 students in Mexico treated after taking part in tranquilizer "challenge"
Mexico's Health Department warned about the social media challenge, dubbed "the last one to fall asleep wins."
CDC tells consumers to stop using Ezricare Artificial Tears
Disease researchers are probing infections in dozens of patients in 11 states and one death linked to the use of artificial tears brand.
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Jewish settler population in the West Bank hits a "huge hallmark"
"We're here to stay," said one advocate, predicting a new settlement surge under Benjamin Netanyahu's far-right coalition.
U.S. to expand military presence in Philippines in move to counter China
The United States and the Philippines have announced an expansion of America's military presence in the Southeast Asian country.
Alleged sexual assault victims of an 80s fashion mogul fight for change
16 women have come forward claiming rape or sexual assault at the hands of a French fashion icon, and they say little has changed to protect their successors.
Israeli police say American tourist arrested for toppling Jesus statue
The mental health of the man, who allegedly knocked over and broke the statue in a church in Jerusalem's Old City, was being assessed.
Zoo director killed and cooked 4 pygmy goats for holiday party in Mexico
It was not clear if José Rubén Nava had been formally charged in the case, or if he had a lawyer.
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Ukrainian ballet company makes U.S. debut
The men and women of the United Ukrainian Ballet company will make their U.S. debut in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday night. For their members, the stage is a refuge from the horrors of war. Christina Ruffini has more.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees announced
A diverse group of musicians were nominated for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on Wednesday, including Cyndi Lauper, George Michael, Rage Against the Machine, Willie Nelson and Missy Elliott.
Missy Elliott, Cyndi Lauper, Sheryl Crow among new Rock Hall of Fame nominees
Over half of this year's potential inductees are nominated for the first time, including Elliott, Lauper, Crow, Willie Nelson and more.
Beyoncé announces Renaissance world tour
The star announced dozens of tour dates around the world this year. Here's what we know so far.
Ozzy Osbourne is retiring from touring, saying he's "not physically capable"
Osbourne said he never imagined his "touring days would have ended this way."
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ChatGPT is growing faster than TikTok
AI text tool is already estimated to have acquired 100 million monthly users only two months after it was launched.
GoodRx shared consumer health data with Facebook, Google, FTC says
FTC is fining GoodRx for alleged unauthorized disclosures of consumers' personal health info to Facebook, Google, others.
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.
White House takes aim at Apple and Google for their app stores
Commerce Department report accuses two tech giants of operating mobile app stores that stifle competition.
These jobs are most likely to be replaced by ChatGPT and AI
New bots and other AI tools are likely to supplant people in performing certain workplace tasks, experts say.
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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.
Mars craters and cracks create image of a teddy bear
The surprise bear face spans more than 1 mile across.
Why San Diego's waves turned bright pink
San Diego's usually blue waves recently turned a bright fuchsia, and scientists are explaining why.
Archaeologists find the oldest non-royal mummy ever discovered in Egypt
The mummy of an ancient Egyptian named Hekashepes represents two remarkable firsts, but it wasn't the lead scientist's favorite discovery at Saqqara this week.
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Israeli police say American tourist arrested for toppling Jesus statue
The mental health of the man, who allegedly knocked over and broke the statue in a church in Jerusalem's Old City, was being assessed.
Zoo director killed and cooked 4 pygmy goats for holiday party in Mexico
It was not clear if José Rubén Nava had been formally charged in the case, or if he had a lawyer.
N.Y. judge jails ex-gynecologist who abused hundreds of women
A prosecutor called Robert Hadden "a predator in a white coat." The Judge ordered him to spend the next two months in jail as he awaits sentencing.
"Dances With Wolves" actor slated to face judge on sex abuse charges
Possible charges against Nathan Chasing Horse include sex trafficking and sexual assault of Indigenous girls. He's believed to be leader of a cult.
Texas executes man convicted in fatal 2007 shooting of Dallas officer
Wesley Ruiz received a lethal injection at the state penitentiary in Huntsville for the killing of Dallas Police Senior Cpl. Mark Nix.
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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
The surprise bear face spans more than 1 mile across.
Lauren Sanchez plans all-women space flight aboard Bezos' Blue Origin rocket
"He'll be cheering us all on from the sidelines," Sanchez said of Amazon and Blue Origin founder Jeff Bezos, who is also her boyfriend.
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.
NASA gets best look yet at the "deepest, coldest ices" in space
The icy ingredients studied in a molecular cloud 500 light-years away provide a "spectral snapshot" of the origins of space bodies.
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Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Matthew Trussler murder: Inside the case
Matthew Trussler was found dead at the home he shared with his fiancée Melissa Turner. See the evidence that led to authorities piecing together his death.
The Circleville letters: You've got hate mail
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
Celebrities who filed for bankruptcy
They may have famous names and big careers, but these celebs also ran into financial trouble.
Stunning photos from NASA's Artemis I moon mission
The Orion spacecraft sent back some amazing pictures from its 25-day, 1.4-million-mile journey around the moon.
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Nine GOP-led states ask judge to end DACA
A group of Republican-controlled states, led by Texas, are asking a federal judge to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, also known as DACA. The request could jeopardize work permits and protections against deportation for hundreds of thousands "Dreamers" who came to the U.S. as children. CBS News reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins Anne-Marie Green and Janet Shamlian to discuss.
Power back on at LAX airport
Power has now been restored at one of the country's busiest airports. Most terminals at LAX went dark Wednesday afternoon -- delaying security checks and dozens of departing flights. The cause of the outage is still unclear. Philadelphia Eagles rookie Joshua Sills has been indicted on rape and kidnapping charges. And Ozzy Osbourne cancelled his 2023 European concert dates. The 74-year-old says spinal damage is preventing him from touring.
LinkedIn job expert on uncertain job market
Career expert Catherine Fisher joins "CBS Mornings" with a new survey from LinkedIn that found nearly 40% of working Americans are nervous about being laid off. She shares her advice on what to do after being laid off, how to strengthen your professional network and what you need to know if you're looking to switch jobs.
jinkx Monsoon makes her broadway debut
Christina Ruffini sits down with Jinkx Monsoon at the historic Stonewall Inn and talks to the RuPaul's Drag Race winner about her broadway debut, gender identity and coping with fame.
Shark bites 8-year-old boy
Video captured the scary moment a shark lunged at and bit an 8-year-old boy during a family fishing trip in Australia. It resulted in only a minor bite mark.