Consumers now face "tariff surcharges" for some products at checkout
U.S. businesses are starting to add a tariff fee to customer bills and shopping carts to offset rising import costs.
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Stock market shudders as China jacks up tariffs on U.S. to 125%
Stocks are choppy in early trading as Wall Street analysts warn of a sharp escalation in conflict between the world's two biggest economies.
China says it's raising tariffs on U.S. goods to 125%
China says it is raising tariffs on U.S. goods to 125%, escalating the trade war between the two countries.
Why did Trump pause the tariffs? Look to the bond market.
President Trump had brushed off the stock market's plunge, but turmoil in the bond market got his administration's attention.
Trump HHS cuts office that sets poverty levels tied to benefits for 80M people
Recent cuts eliminated a small, specialized workforce that sets the poverty standards determining who is eligible for Medicaid as well as assistance with food, home heating, child care, and more.
Rep. Greene bought stocks hit hard by Trump tariffs during market rout
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene bought some high profile stocks last week as President Trump's tariffs caused traders to bail out.
USPS looks to raise price of "forever" stamp to 78 cents
The Postal Service contends, as it did last year before a similar increase, that the price hike is needed to achieve financial stability.
You had questions about tariffs. Here's what to know.
President Trump's aggressive use of tariffs has fueled concerns about the economy and roiled the stock market. Watch this CBS News 24/7 special for answers to your questions about tariffs.
Jamie Dimon says U.S. economy faces "considerable turbulence"
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns that tariffs are likely to boost inflation, while urging the Trump administration to strike trade deals.
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More cardholders are paying the bare minimum: How to lower your credit card debt now
If you're only making the minimum payments on your credit card debt, it's time to find a better debt strategy.
Home equity loans vs. home improvement loans: Everything to know
Both home equity loans and home improvement loans can help you secure financing but have important distinctions.
Will the inflation drop cause mortgage rates to fall?
Inflation just fell for the second consecutive month. Will mortgage interest rates fall now, too? Here's what to know.
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Tracking rising cost of cars, trucks, groceries ahead of Trump's tariffs
CBS News is tracking the rising cost of products most impacted by tariffs imposed and soon-to-be-imposed by President Trump, from grocery items to cars and trucks.
MoneyWatch price tracker shows how much food, utility, housing costs are rising
These charts track prices consumers pay for groceries and other goods now compared to five years ago.
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3 questions to ask about your retirement savings when stocks plunge
The first weeks of the new Trump administration have sparked stock market jitters and recession fears. Here's advice from top experts.
Planning to retire at 65? Most Americans have to stop working earlier.
Most Americans are forced to retire earlier than they had expected, often disrupting their financial planning.
Social Security bill to expand benefits is in the hands of the Senate
The Social Security Fairness Act, which would increase benefits for 2.8 million retirees, has bipartisan support but time running out.
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What has DEI actually done for U.S. workers and employers?
President Trump has painted a bullseye on diversity, equity and inclusion. But what exactly is DEI, and what has it achieved?
The best and worst U.S. states for finding a good job in 2024
Ample job opportunities, low unemployment and reasonable commute times make this the top U.S. state for job seekers, analysis finds.
Want to work at Chipotle? Be prepared to chat with AI.
Chipotle plans to deploy a conversational AI hiring system, dubbed "Ava Cado," across more than 3,500 restaurants.
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Jamie Dimon says U.S. economy faces "considerable turbulence"
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns that tariffs are likely to boost inflation, while urging the Trump administration to strike trade deals.
Europe leads Ukraine Contact Group gathering as Hegseth attends virtually
It's the first in-person gathering of the group of 50 countries organizing aid for Ukraine that didn't have the U.S. defense secretary in the room.
CDC denies help for lead poisoning in Milwaukee schools due to layoffs
The CDC rejected a request for help "due to the complete loss" of their lead poisoning experts.
Trump administration sued over halt of pandemic relief aid for schools
The lawsuit against the Trump administration says the Education Department's halt of promised aid for schools will force cuts to vital services.
Judge orders DOJ to share steps taken to return man deported to El Salvador
The Supreme Court ruled Thursday the U.S. must facilitate the release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador and imprisoned.
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Jamie Dimon says U.S. economy faces "considerable turbulence"
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns that tariffs are likely to boost inflation, while urging the Trump administration to strike trade deals.
Stock market shudders as China jacks up tariffs on U.S. to 125%
Stocks are choppy in early trading as Wall Street analysts warn of a sharp escalation in conflict between the world's two biggest economies.
Egg prices aren't stopping families from dyeing eggs, an Easter tradition
Some families, however, may be looking at alternatives after the average cost of a dozen eggs climbed to a record high of $6.23 in March, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Consumers now face "tariff surcharges" for some products at checkout
U.S. businesses are starting to add a tariff fee to customer bills and shopping carts to offset rising import costs.
Trump HHS cuts office that sets poverty levels tied to benefits for 80M people
Recent cuts eliminated a small, specialized workforce that sets the poverty standards determining who is eligible for Medicaid as well as assistance with food, home heating, child care, and more.
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Europe leads Ukraine Contact Group gathering as Hegseth attends virtually
It's the first in-person gathering of the group of 50 countries organizing aid for Ukraine that didn't have the U.S. defense secretary in the room.
Trump administration sued over halt of pandemic relief aid for schools
The lawsuit against the Trump administration says the Education Department's halt of promised aid for schools will force cuts to vital services.
Judge orders DOJ to share steps taken to return man deported to El Salvador
The Supreme Court ruled Thursday the U.S. must facilitate the release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador and imprisoned.
Space Force commander in Greenland fired after Vance visit
The commander of a U.S. military base in Greenland was ousted due to "loss of confidence in her ability to lead."
Trump heads to Walter Reed for annual physical
President Trump had his last known comprehensive medical examination in September 2023.
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CDC denies help for lead poisoning in Milwaukee schools due to layoffs
The CDC rejected a request for help "due to the complete loss" of their lead poisoning experts.
"Grey's Anatomy" star Eric Dane reveals he's been diagnosed with ALS
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
As RFK Jr. focuses on autism, experts fear return of debunked theories
Health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says a "massive testing and research effort" will focus on the cause of autism, but his approach has raised alarms.
CDC's cruise ship inspectors laid off amid bad year for outbreaks
The steep cuts to the cruise ship inspection team baffled officials in the program, which is not paid for by taxpayer dollars.
When should you get the measles vaccine? Here's what to know.
Amid rising measles cases, doctors and health officials are urging anyone who hasn't received the MMR vaccine to get vaccinated.
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U.S. fugitive allegedly kills Mexican officer who led "Gringo Hunters" unit
Authorities said the police unit was trying to arrest a suspect in Tijuana when the man opened fire, hitting and killing 33-year-old Abigail Esparza Reyes.
Pastor abducted at gunpoint while delivering sermon
Pastor Josh Sullivan was holding a prayer meeting with about 30 people, including his wife and six children, when the gunmen entered the church, his colleague said.
Iran says it is seeking "real and fair" agreement in nuclear talks
In the lead-up to talks this weekend, President Trump reiterated his warning that military action was "absolutely" possible if talks failed.
Space Force commander in Greenland fired after Vance visit
The commander of a U.S. military base in Greenland was ousted due to "loss of confidence in her ability to lead."
8 people sentenced to prison for smuggling endangered eels
A French court sentenced eight people for smuggling eel larvae in a scheme worth over $2 million that prosecutors likened to cocaine trafficking.
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"Grey's Anatomy" star Eric Dane reveals he's been diagnosed with ALS
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
Sony wins distribution rights to "Wheel of Fortune," "Jeopardy!"
A Los Angeles court ruled that Sony may take over distribution of "Wheel of Fortune" and "Jeopardy!" which it produces, from CBS.
Yvonne Strahovski teases what's next in final season of "The Handmaid's Tale"
Yvonne Strahovski, who plays Serena Joy Waterford, says the final season of "The Handmaid's Tale" delivers the long-awaited rebellion.
Yvonne Strahovski on "The Handmaid's Tale"
Yvonne Strahovski joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the final season of the Emmy-winning series "The Handmaid's Tale" and what fans can expect from her character's complicated journey.
Meghann Fahy on new movie, "Drop"
Actor Meghann Fahy, best known for her breakout role as Daphne in season two of "The White Lotus," returns to the screen in the psychological thriller "Drop." She plays a widowed mom whose first date turns terrifying after receiving mysterious AirDropped messages.
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Apple airlifts iPhones out of India to avoid Trump tariffs, report says
Apple's move to avoid China tariffs had been in the works for months, according to report citing Indian government officials.
Meta whistleblower: Facebook worked with Chinese government to censor posts
Meta whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams testified Wednesday afternoon before the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism.
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.
How AI is trained not to spread abuse
New documents obtained by Business Insider show how companies are testing artificial intelligence models to prevent the spread of extreme information about abusive topics. Effie Webb, a tech news fellow at Business Insider, joins CBS News with more.
Here's how much an iPhone could cost with Trump's tariffs on China
U.S. tariffs on China could add hundreds of dollars to the cost an iPhone, a new analysis shows.
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Ancient jawbone found in sea linked to mysterious human ancestors
Relatively little is known about Denisovans, an extinct group of human cousins that interacted with Neanderthals and Homo sapiens.
Scientists map part of a mouse's brain that's so complex it looks like a galaxy
Thanks to a mouse watching clips from "The Matrix," scientists have created the largest functional map of a brain to date.
Ancient altar found in jungle apparently used for child sacrifices
The discovery shows the cultural interaction between the Maya of Tikal and Teotihuacan's elite between 300 and 500 A.D., archaeologists said.
Scientists hope far-UVC light could help stop the next airborne pandemic
The emerging technology offers an alternative to conventional UVC light, which is used to sanitize surfaces but can harm the skin and eyes.
Dire wolf pups born 12,500 years after extinction, company says
Colossal Biosciences said it used ancient DNA from the extinct species to create three dire wolf pups named Romulus, Remus and Khaleesi.
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U.S. fugitive allegedly kills Mexican officer who led "Gringo Hunters" unit
Authorities said the police unit was trying to arrest a suspect in Tijuana when the man opened fire, hitting and killing 33-year-old Abigail Esparza Reyes.
Pastor abducted at gunpoint while delivering sermon
Pastor Josh Sullivan was holding a prayer meeting with about 30 people, including his wife and six children, when the gunmen entered the church, his colleague said.
8 people sentenced to prison for smuggling endangered eels
A French court sentenced eight people for smuggling eel larvae in a scheme worth over $2 million that prosecutors likened to cocaine trafficking.
Targeted shootings at Walmart and home kill 2, wound 1 in Georgia
A Walmart employee killed two coworkers, then another acquaintance at an area home, law enforcement said Friday.
Did a father use his 6-year-old son as an alibi for murder?
Reginald Reed Sr. said he was playing video games with his son, Reginald "Reggie" Reed Jr., when his wife, Selonia Reed, was killed. But detectives doubt his story.
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Space tourism is establishing a new frontier in travel
Private companies have launched nearly 120 civilians to the edge of space.
Gayle King hopes to inspire others with historic flight to space
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Meet the Blue Origin crew Gayle King is joining on trip to space
Here's a look at the women expected to join Blue Origin's upcoming mission, which has a target launch date of Monday, April 14, and what they have to say about the epic journey.
NASA nominee testifies on plans for moon mission, Mars
Jared Isaacman, President Trump's nominee to lead NASA, tells lawmakers the space agency can return astronauts to the moon while pursuing flights to Mars.
Tom Hanks, Megan Rapinoe and others wish Gayle King luck before space flight
With just days before her journey to space on a women-led Blue Origin flight, Gayle King gets a surprise sendoff from celebrities, astronauts and friends.
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The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
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Trump gets restless with Russia
President Trump posted on social media pushing for more action from Russia to end the war with Ukraine. This comes as envoy Steve Witkoff visits Moscow and then heads to Oman for Iran nuclear program talks. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata reports.
Small plane crash in Boca Raton
A small plane has crashed in Boca Raton, Florida, near Interstate 95, police said. Images show the incident occurred on the Tri-Rail tracks. CBS News Miami reports.
Witnesses describe deadly NY helicopter crash
Crews are sifting through the wreckage of a helicopter crash that happened Thursday in New York, killing six people. Witnesses described hearing a large "boom" and seeing pieces of the helicopter come apart midair. (Warning: This video is disturbing.)
Anxiety on China tariffs news
News of China's raised tariffs on U.S. goods sent the stock markets into the red as the world awaits how President Trump will react. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady, Anna Coren and Natalie Brand have the latest news.
Are you microcheating on your spouse?
Certain aspects of life in the digital age may lead to microcheating among couples. Therapist William Schroeder joins CBS News with more details on the concept.