FTC investigation could cost Facebook $5 billion
The inquiry into Facebook's data collection could cost as much as $5 billion, the company said in latest earnings release
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Ford invests $500 million into Tesla competitor Rivian
Ford to build a new electric vehicle using Rivian's technology, in addition to an electric Mustang-style crossover and F-150 pickup
2020 digital ad wars focus on hot-button issues
Axios reporter Sara Fisher said the biggest issues will be "emotionally driven" like gun control and abortion
"Avengers: Endgame" crossover heading to Fortnite
Epic Games and Marvel will once again bring the world of Fortnite and Avengers together
Elon Musk predicts Tesla will have "robotaxis" on the road next year
It's the Tesla CEO's latest big prediction with few details
Samsung delays release of Galaxy smartphone
Samsung is pushing back this week's planned public launch of its highly anticipated, $2,000 folding phone after reports that some reviewers' phones were breaking. The company had been planning to release the Galaxy Fold on Friday, but instead it will now run more tests and announce a new launch date in the "coming weeks."
Tesla stock-price woes cost company a third of its cash hoard
Shares of electric-car maker have dropped 21 percent since Jan. 1, a fall that has cost Elon Musk's company dearly
PlayStation 5: Everything we know from Sony so far
Sony has begun to take the wraps off its next generation of gaming hardware, kick-starting the console race all over again
Samsung Galaxy Fold launch delayed over screens breaking
Set for a Friday public launch, the $2,000 foldable smartphone will undergo more tests instead
"Mind-blowing": A younger generation pushes South Africa's solar power revolution
With a national electricity grid close to collapse, widespread blackouts and energy shortages are spurring a new generation of entrepreneurs
Earth Matters: Devices working around-the-clock to combat ocean pollution
Researchers are deploying new technologies to filter plastics and other debris that is threatening the viability of our oceans
Sri Lanka blocks social media after attacks
Following a series of bombings in Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday, the government blocked apps like Facebook and WhatsApp to stem the spread of misinformation. Jennifer Grygiel, an assistant professor of communications at Syracuse University, joins CBSN's David Begnaud to discuss the government's decision.
The government might allow debt collectors to text consumers
A federal agency wants to update rules about how debt collectors contact borrowers. Consumer advocates fear abuses
Debt collectors could soon text and email you
A federal agency says debt-collection regulations need to be updated to reflect new technology like smartphones.
How to protect data when using health apps
Apps are being used for everything from tracking your diet to your daily steps and even your pregnancy. But that health-related data might not be as safe as you expect. Recent research published in BMJ, the British Medical Journal, found 79 percent of the top medication-related mobile apps shared user data in ways that may compromise sensitive information. Wired senior writer Issie Lapowsky joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the latest research.
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Parents charged in death of missing Illinois boy
The child was reported missing from his Crystal Lake, Illinois, home by his parents nearly a week ago
Trump says White House is "fighting all the subpoenas"
He spoke as he left for Atlanta to address a summit on drug addiction and the opioid crisis
U.S. measles outbreak hits highest mark in 25 years
U.S. measles cases in 2019 have climbed to their highest level in 25 years in a resurgence largely attributed to misinformation that is turning parents against vaccines
Adult children are costing parents their retirements
Half of American parents are skimping on retirement savings to support their adult children. Here's why that's bad
Man accused of deliberately driving car into pedestrians
Police believe Isaiah Peoples drove into a group of people deliberately, but are not saying why
3-year-old with name and numbers on shoes found in Texas cornfield
The boy was alone and crying, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection
FTC investigation could cost Facebook $5 billion
The inquiry into Facebook's data collection could cost as much as $5 billion, the company said in latest earnings release
Illinois gov has "no concerns" about reported federal criminal probe
Gov. J.B. Pritzker is reportedly under federal criminal investigation for fraudulently obtaining property tax breaks
Florida House passes bill banning sanctuary cities
The bill would ban those policies and require local authorities to honor detainer requests from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
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NYC firefighter killed in Afghanistan remembered as "the greatest man"
Christopher Slutman was killed in Afghanistan this month, three weeks before he was set to go home
Security camera captures Sri Lanka attackers before blast
One bomber was the lone unmasked man in images released by ISIS. Two others were brothers
Man accused of deliberately driving car into pedestrians
Police believe Isaiah Peoples drove into a group of people deliberately, but are not saying why
Contract workers face growing risk on the job, labor group says
Six people have died working for Amazon since November, all of them hired by staffing companies or subcontractors
Tesla loses $700 million after two profitable quarters
Despite a small rise in first-quarter Model 3 production, the pricier Model S and X fell sharply from the prior quarter
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Top Christie aide sentenced to 13 months for role in "Bridgegate"
Bridget Kelly, Christie's former deputy chief of staff, says that the former governor is to blame for the scandal
Pompeo says Sri Lanka attacks likely "inspired by ISIS"
The secretary of state also addressed the insults lobbed at him by North Korea. Pompeo spoke with CBS News senior national security contributor Michael Morell on his podcast "Intelligence Matters," ahead of its first-year anniversary as a production of CBS News
Pompeo says nuclear talks with North Korea will be "bumpy"
Pompeo expressed optimism about a path to denuclearization of the Korean peninsula in an interview for the podcast "Intelligence Matters," ahead of its first-year anniversary as a production of CBS News
Illinois gov has "no concerns at all" about reported federal criminal probe
Gov. J.B. Pritzker is reportedly under federal criminal investigation for fraudulently obtaining property tax breaks
Florida House passes bill banning sanctuary cities
The bill would ban those policies and require local authorities to honor detainer requests from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
World
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Security camera captures Sri Lanka attackers before blast
One bomber was the lone unmasked man in images released by ISIS. Two others were brothers
Lego releases bricks to help children learn Braille
The "playful and engaging" bricks will be inclusive to allow sighted teachers, students and family members to use the bricks together
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry break tradition, angering media
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are another day closer to welcoming their first child
Court to hear arguments in legal challenge to "Remain in Mexico"
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has blocked many of the administration's immigration polices, prompting the president's ire
Emirati woman speaks after 27 years in "vegetative coma," doctor says
Man tells newspaper his mom suddenly called out is name almost 3 decades after a devastating car crash
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Will "Jeopardy!" champ bust show's budget?
James Holzhauer is winning more per victory than even previous champion Ken Jennings, who went on to win more than $2 million after his 74-night winning streak.
"Jeopardy!" champion James Holzhauer: A mixed blessing for the show
Game shows are "tightly budgeted," one expert says, but Holzhauer's winnings may pay off in the long term
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry break tradition, angering media
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are another day closer to welcoming their first child
Britney Spears breaks her silence amid rumors: "All is well"
"Don't worry, I'll be back very soon," she posted on Instagram
James Holzhauer tops $1M in record time on "Jeopardy!"
"Jeopardy!" champion Ken Jennings took 33 games in 2004 to reach $1 million, according to fan website thejeopardyfan.com
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FTC investigation could cost Facebook $5 billion
The inquiry into Facebook's data collection could cost as much as $5 billion, the company said in latest earnings release
Ford invests $500 million into Tesla competitor Rivian
Ford to build a new electric vehicle using Rivian's technology, in addition to an electric Mustang-style crossover and F-150 pickup
2020 digital ad wars focus on hot-button issues
Axios reporter Sara Fisher said the biggest issues will be "emotionally driven" like gun control and abortion
"Avengers: Endgame" crossover heading to Fortnite
Epic Games and Marvel will once again bring the world of Fortnite and Avengers together
Elon Musk predicts Tesla will have "robotaxis" on the road next year
It's the Tesla CEO's latest big prediction with few details
Science
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NASA just detected the first "marsquake"
For the first time since its mission began, NASA's InSight lander has detected what scientists believe to be a marsquake
Household brands bringing zero waste to your doorstep
Procter & Gamble, Nestlé, PepsiCo. and other consumer giants are teaming up on a zero waste project called "Loop" to deliver, clean and refill your favorite products.
How a conservative Texas town became a leader in renewable energy
Mayor Dale Ross says Georgetown, Texas, is on the frontier of a second energy revolution
How to reduce your carbon footprint
Scientists worldwide have renewed their calls to fight climate change with greater urgency, beginning with reducing greenhouse gas emissions. For Earth Day this year, Irina Ivanova joins CBSN's Errol Barnett with a closer look at some of the myths about reducing your carbon footprint and their more eco-friendly alternatives.
"Marfa Martians" sending their science experiment to space
The team, made up of 10 and 11-year-olds, want to find a way to kill bacteria in space
Health
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Ex-NFL player believes "sensible" cannabis policy coming by 2021
In recent years, several NFL players have missed a majority of their season due to violations of the NFL's substance abuse policy, possibly connected to marijuana use
U.S. measles outbreak hits highest mark in 25 years
U.S. measles cases in 2019 have climbed to their highest level in 25 years in a resurgence largely attributed to misinformation that is turning parents against vaccines
FDA approves breakthrough medical device to treat ADHD in children
It works by delivering a low-level electrical pulse through a patch on a child's forehead
Judge says he'll block Trump policy aimed at Planned Parenthood
The Trump administration policy change would have restricted health clinics from referring patients to abortion providers
Emirati woman speaks after 27 years in "vegetative coma," doctor says
Man tells newspaper his mom suddenly called out is name almost 3 decades after a devastating car crash
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"Jeopardy!" champion James Holzhauer: A mixed blessing for the show
Game shows are "tightly budgeted," one expert says, but Holzhauer's winnings may pay off in the long term
FTC investigation could cost Facebook $5 billion
The inquiry into Facebook's data collection could cost as much as $5 billion, the company said in latest earnings release
Contract workers face growing risk on the job, labor group says
Six people have died working for Amazon since November, all of them hired by staffing companies or subcontractors
Tesla loses $700 million after two profitable quarters
Despite a small rise in first-quarter Model 3 production, the pricier Model S and X fell sharply from the prior quarter
When "rehab" means patients do unpaid work for big companies
Cenikor Foundation has sent tens of thousands of patients to work without pay at more than 300 for-profit companies
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Man accused of deliberately driving car into pedestrians
Police believe Isaiah Peoples drove into a group of people deliberately, but are not saying why
Illinois gov has "no concerns at all" about reported federal criminal probe
Gov. J.B. Pritzker is reportedly under federal criminal investigation for fraudulently obtaining property tax breaks
Pompeo: Sri Lanka attacks "inspired by ISIS"
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo acknowledged Wednesday that the terrorist attacks carried out in Sri Lanka over the weekend were at least "inspired by ISIS." He spoke with CBS News senior national security contributor Michael Morell for his podcast "Intelligence Matters."
Police: Missing Illinois boy found dead
Police in Crystal Lake, Illinois, say they've found a body they believe to be missing 5-year-old Andrew Freund. Both of the child's parents have been charged with murder and other counts. Dean Reynolds joins CBSN with the latest.
Parents charged in death of missing Illinois boy
Andrew "AJ" Freund was reported missing by his parents nearly a week ago -- both now face murder charges
Space
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NASA just detected the first "marsquake"
For the first time since its mission began, NASA's InSight lander has detected what scientists believe to be a marsquake
"Marfa Martians" sending their science experiment to space
The team, made up of 10 and 11-year-olds, want to find a way to kill bacteria in space
SpaceX suffers Crew Dragon engine test anomaly
SpaceX suffers engine "anomaly" in Crew Dragon test vehicle during Cape Canaveral engine test
Evidence found for first molecule in the universe
"This molecule was lurking out there, but we needed the right instruments," a top NASA scientist said
Watch: Rocket launches cargo to space station
An Antares rocket blasted off from the Wallops Island Flight Facility in Virginia carrying a Cygnus cargo ship loaded with supplies for the International Space Station.
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Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense with a brick paver and a baseball bat because Jason was choking Molly and threatening to kill her
Photos: Fire burns Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris
On April 15, 2019 flames erupted at the landmark cathedral, the most-visited landmark in the French capital
Star Wars Celebration 2019
The four-day convention for fans of the Star Wars saga, held in Chicago, included cosplayers, panels with the filmmakers, and the debut of the trailer for Episode IX of the series
Awkward Easter Bunny photos
Children love the Easter Bunny – until they meet him
The folk art of Bill Traylor
Born into slavery, the self-taught painter who began his artistic life in his 80s is the focus of a retrospective at the Smithsonian American Art Museum
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New measles cases confirmed
The government declared measles eliminated 19 years ago. But on Wednesday, new numbers show the disease has surged back to the highest numbers seen in 25 years. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.
Top headlines for April 24, 2019
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News" with Jeff Glor.
Ex-Trump staffer calls for impeachment
J.W. Verret, a former staffer to President Trump's transition team, says that after reading special counsel Robert Mueller's report, he believes it's time for Congress to begin impeachment proceedings. Verret spoke to CBSN's "Red & Blue" about why he believes the president should be impeached and where he believes the Republican Party needs to go next.
Biden to join crowded 2020 field
Former Vice President Joe Biden will jump into the 2020 race Thursday. The announcement comes one day after eight Democratic presidential candidates spoke at a forum that focused on issues important to women of color. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins "Red & Blue" to discuss her reporting from Houston.
Trump urges aides not to testify before Congress
In his latest fight with congressional Democrats, President Trump is imploring his current and former staff to resist subpoenas requesting public testimony. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid and Scott Wong, a senior staff writer for The Hill, spoke to CBSN about what options Democrats can take to force a testimony.