Trump tariffs could add more than $9,000 to new home costs, builders say
Homebuilders say President Trump's tariff agenda is making construction and renovation projects more expensive.
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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.
More Americans expect credit applications to be rejected, NY Fed finds
Nearly 9% of consumers last month reported needing credit but not applying for it out of fear of being denied.
Stocks continue to rebound, but Tesla shares head in reverse
Investors await Federal Reserve interest-rate decision this week, while bracing for another round of U.S. tariffs.
Retail sales rose modestly in February, but fell short of forecasts
Weaker than expected retail sales comes as businesses warn that U.S. consumers are pulling back on spending.
PepsiCo to buy prebiotic brand Poppi for nearly $2 billion
PepsiCo will acquire healthier soda brand Poppi as it strives to diversify into soda and snack offerings.
Fashion-retailer Forever 21 files for bankruptcy for a second time
Forever 21's U.S. retail operator plans liquidation sales after filing Chapter 11 for the second time in six years.
Tesla warns that Trump's trade war could hurt U.S. automakers
In an unsigned letter, Tesla encourages trade representative to reconsider tariffs, saying they could hurt U.S.-based car manufacturers.
Here's what a key index is saying about the economy
The Russell 2000 index, made up of small-cap companies, is close to entering a bear market. Here's what that means.
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$200,000 home equity loan vs. $200,000 HELOC: What to consider now
Before you tap into $200K (or more) of your home's equity, make sure you consider these important factors.
Do you have to pay taxes by April 15 if you file an extension?
Filing an extension doesn't necessarily change the date your tax payment is due. Here's why.
How to invest in gold without paying today's high price
The price of gold just hit a new record. Here's how to get started without having to pay top dollar.
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Walt Disney and FuboTV to combine their online live TV businesses
The proposed merger would join two internet TV bundles that together have 6.2 million subscribers.
ChatGPT recovers after being hit by outages, OpenAI says
The OpenAI issue was caused by an "upstream provider," according to the artificial intelligence organization.
AI voice scams are on the rise. Here's how to protect yourself.
Scammers are using AI-powered voice-cloning tools to prey on people. But experts say there's a simple way to protect you and your family.
YouTube TV again hiking its price — here's what a subscription will cost
The cost of YouTube TV has soared nearly 140% since the streaming platform launched in 2017.
Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor
Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.
Microsoft 365 is experiencing an outage. Here's what to know.
Microsoft said it's investigating an issue impacting access to Microsoft 365 and its Teams app.
Bezos denies Musk claim that the Amazon founder predicted Trump loss
Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos — the two richest people on the planet — are squabbling over social media. No, really.
Trump Media's stock is halted after sudden plunge in DJT shares
Trading in Trump Media, owner of Truth Social, was halted briefly on Tuesday after the stock suddenly plunged.
Trump's DJT stock is surging, lifting Truth Social. Here's why.
Shares of Trump Media & Technology Group, which trades under the DJT ticker, jumped 18% on Monday. Here's why.
Judge demands to know why order redirecting deportation flights was ignored
The government claimed it was not bound by the judge's order to block flights carrying gang members to El Salvador because it wasn't in writing.
Israel launches new strikes on Gaza
The strikes on Gaza come after nearly two months of a ceasefire to pause the 17-month-long war.
Trump claims Biden's pardons of Jan. 6 committee members are "void"
President Trump is questioning former President Joe Biden's signature on preemptive pardons issued to the members of the House select committee that investigated the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Survivors of deadly tornadoes share stories: "We wouldn't be alive"
A massive storm system that brought tornadoes, rain, high winds and wildfires killed dozens of people in the Midwest and South over the weekend.
Schumer postpones book tour, citing "security concerns" after funding vote
The postponements come amid expected protests in response to his vote to advance a Republican measure to avert a shutdown.
Fired CISA probationary employees to be reinstated after U.S. judge's order
Over 130 probationary cybersecurity agency workers were told in a mass-firing form letter last month they were "not fit" for employment.
Judge cancels hearing for Brown University doctor deported despite his order
Rasha Alawieh, a Rhode Island doctor, was detained on Thursday in Boston after visiting family in Lebanon.
Dismantling VOA could lead to dominance of anti-U.S. propaganda, director says
The government-funded news agency stopped broadcasting after its employees were put on leave or terminated.
Man accused of hiding stolen ruby slippers from "Wizard of Oz" is dead
A federal judge has dismissed the charges against a Minnesota man accused of hiding a stolen pair of ruby slippers that Judy Garland wore in "The Wizard of Oz." Prosecutors informed the court Monday that he died Sunday.
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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.
Seniors will pay more for Medicare in 2025. Here's what to know.
Medicare's Part B monthly premium is outpacing both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.
Here's what to know about House bill to expand Social Security benefits
Measure that would repeal so-called "government pensions offset" has been gaining support in House.
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Judge demands to know why order redirecting deportation flights was ignored
The government claimed it was not bound by the judge's order to block flights carrying gang members to El Salvador because it wasn't in writing.
Trump revokes Secret Service protection for Hunter and Ashley Biden
The president extended Secret Service protection for his own children before he left office in 2021.
JFK assassination files to be released Tuesday, Trump says
Trump said about 80,000 pages of documents related to JFK's assassination will be released Tuesday.
Starliner astronauts ready to head home from marathon mission
Starliner astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams will join Crew 9 commander Nick Hague and cosmonaut Alexander Gorbunov for their long-awaited return home to Earth after months stuck in space.
Latest clues in the search for U.S. student who vanished in Punta Cana
Here are the latest updates on what's known about Sudiksha Konanki, a University of Pittsburgh student who went missing in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.
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Trump tariffs could add more than $9,000 to new home costs, builders say
Homebuilders say President Trump's tariff agenda is making construction and renovation projects more expensive.
More Americans expect credit applications to be rejected, NY Fed finds
Nearly 9% of consumers last month reported needing credit but not applying for it out of fear of being denied.
Stocks continue to rebound, but Tesla shares head in reverse
Investors await Federal Reserve interest-rate decision this week, while bracing for another round of U.S. tariffs.
PepsiCo to buy prebiotic brand Poppi for nearly $2 billion
PepsiCo will acquire healthier soda brand Poppi as it strives to diversify into soda and snack offerings.
Fashion-retailer Forever 21 files for bankruptcy for a second time
Forever 21's U.S. retail operator plans liquidation sales after filing Chapter 11 for the second time in six years.
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Judge demands to know why order redirecting deportation flights was ignored
The government claimed it was not bound by the judge's order to block flights carrying gang members to El Salvador because it wasn't in writing.
Dismantling VOA could lead to dominance of anti-U.S. propaganda, director says
The government-funded news agency stopped broadcasting after its employees were put on leave or terminated.
Trump revokes Secret Service protection for Hunter and Ashley Biden
The president extended Secret Service protection for his own children before he left office in 2021.
JFK assassination files to be released Tuesday, Trump says
Trump said about 80,000 pages of documents related to JFK's assassination will be released Tuesday.
Fired CISA probationary employees to be reinstated after U.S. judge's order
Over 130 probationary cybersecurity agency workers were told in a mass-firing form letter last month they were "not fit" for employment.
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PepsiCo to buy prebiotic brand Poppi for nearly $2 billion
PepsiCo will acquire healthier soda brand Poppi as it strives to diversify into soda and snack offerings.
Her sudden pain was an aortic tear. An iPhone ultrasound saved her life.
Sara Adair knew she was at risk for a life-threatening aortic dissection after her father and sister experienced the same deadly condition.
Bird flu ripping through California dairy farms
California has over 1,100 dairy farms, two-thirds of which have been impacted by the bird flu outbreak. A leading suspect is contaminated milking machines. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.
What we learned from the COVID pandemic response
It's been five years since COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic, driving billions of people indoors and killing more than a million people in the U.S. Dr. Jon LaPook examines what lessons we can take away from that health crisis.
How taking care of your teeth could protect your heart and brain health
Dr. Celine Gounder explains how poor dental care can potentially increasing your risk of developing other health conditions.
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Israel launches new strikes on Gaza
The strikes on Gaza come after nearly two months of a ceasefire to pause the 17-month-long war.
Dismantling VOA could lead to dominance of anti-U.S. propaganda, director says
The government-funded news agency stopped broadcasting after its employees were put on leave or terminated.
Latest clues in the search for U.S. student who vanished in Punta Cana
Here are the latest updates on what's known about Sudiksha Konanki, a University of Pittsburgh student who went missing in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.
After singer's murder, Peru declares state of emergency in capital
Paul Flores was shot dead by hitmen who attacked a bus he was riding with bandmates as they left a concert outside Lima, officials said.
Trump says he will speak with Russian President Putin on Tuesday
President Trump said he plans to speak to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday about ending the war in Ukraine, three years after Russia's full-scale invasion of its neighbor.
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Hundreds of actors urging government not to loosen copyright laws for AI
More than 420 entertainment industry insiders, led by Natasha Lyonne, signed an open letter urging the government to uphold copyright laws that apply to artificial intelligence.
Man accused of hiding stolen ruby slippers from "Wizard of Oz" is dead
A federal judge has dismissed the charges against a Minnesota man accused of hiding a stolen pair of ruby slippers that Judy Garland wore in "The Wizard of Oz." Prosecutors informed the court Monday that he died Sunday.
Warren Zeiders on his rise in country music
At just 25, Warren Zeiders has racked up over three billion global streams and eight million monthly listeners on Spotify. Now, he's making waves with his new album, "Relapse, Lies & Betrayal." He joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about his journey and the inspiration behind his latest music.
Conan O'Brien is returning as Oscars host in 2026
This year was Conan O'Brien's first time leading the show, which attracted its biggest broadcast audience in five years.
Extended interview: Sarah Snook on "The Picture of Dorian Gray"
In this web exclusive, the Emmy Award-winning star of "Succession," Sarah Snook, talks with correspondent Faith Salie about returning to her many roles in "The Picture of Dorian Gray," a technologically ambitious adaptation of the Oscar Wilde novel, as the production moves to Broadway. She also talks about how she was drawn to acting, and working with Kieran Culkin in HBO's "Succession."
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Inside Google's Gemma 3 AI model
Google says its new Gemma 3 AI model can tackle more challenges while using just one GPU. Emilia David, senior AI reporter for VentureBeat, joined CBS News to discuss the new product.
Breaking down Microsoft new quantum chip
Microsoft has unveiled a new quantum computing chip, claiming it created an entirely new state of matter to make it possible. Experts say the technology could revolutionize problem-solving, from drug discovery to climate solutions, processing calculations in minutes that would take traditional computers septillions of years. Nick Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic and former editor of Wired, 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.
Long-awaited homecoming set for astronauts
On Wednesday, a SpaceX rocket is scheduled to blast off from Florida, possibly clearing the way for the long-awaited homecoming of astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunny Williams. Their eight day stay at the International Space Station has lasted more than nine months.
What kind of jobs will be impacted by AI?
Last week, online furniture retailer Wayfair announced it would increase its use of generative artificial intelligence and cut 340 tech jobs. It reflects an increase in businesses and companies opting to cut back human tasks in favor of the new technology. Mark Muro, senior fellow and policy director at the Metropolitan Policy Program at the Brookings Institution, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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Webb telescope's images of exoplanets "stunned researchers," NASA says
The gas giants outside our solar system are not capable of hosting extraterrestrial life, but do offer clues in a lingering mystery about how distant planets form, researchers said.
Fusion energy: Unlocking the power of the stars
Scientists are conducting experiments to generate clean energy through fusion, the same sub-atomic reaction that powers our Sun, with the aim of constructing plants that produce more energy than they consume. Correspondent Ben Tracy visits the National Ignition Facility, in Livermore, Calif., where the largest laser ever built is used as part of the process; and Commonwealth Fusion Systems in Massachusetts, where super-heated plasma burns around 180 million degrees Fahrenheit.
Fusion energy: Unlocking the power of the stars
Scientists are conducting experiments to generate clean energy through fusion, the same sub-atomic reaction that powers our Sun, with the aim of constructing plants that produce more energy than they consume.
See pictures of the total lunar eclipse and "Blood Worm Moon"
Pictures of the "Blood Worm Moon," a total lunar eclipse, show the full moon looking red in the night sky.
Volcano near Alaska's largest city could erupt soon, scientists say
The Alaska Volcano Observatory said signs indicated a Mount Spurr eruption was likely, though not certain, in the weeks or months ahead.
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After singer's murder, Peru declares state of emergency in capital
Paul Flores was shot dead by hitmen who attacked a bus he was riding with bandmates as they left a concert outside Lima, officials said.
Man accused of hiding stolen ruby slippers from "Wizard of Oz" is dead
A federal judge has dismissed the charges against a Minnesota man accused of hiding a stolen pair of ruby slippers that Judy Garland wore in "The Wizard of Oz." Prosecutors informed the court Monday that he died Sunday.
U.S. airman accused of killing woman on South Dakota military base
An active-duty U.S. Air Force member has been arrested on murder charges in the death of a South Dakota woman who went missing in August.
Discovery of bones, shoes at cartel "extermination center" sparks protests
Protesters gathered across Mexico to demand justice following a grisly discovery of charred bones, shoes and clothing at a suspected drug cartel training ground.
How an Iowa woman became a key witness in her own murder
The last words spoken by Angela Prichard, 55, an Iowa wife and mother who called 911 to report she was in danger, was the first clue investigators had to identify her killer.
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Starliner astronauts ready to head home from marathon mission
Starliner astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams will join Crew 9 commander Nick Hague and cosmonaut Alexander Gorbunov for their long-awaited return home to Earth after months stuck in space.
Webb telescope's images of exoplanets "stunned researchers," NASA says
The gas giants outside our solar system are not capable of hosting extraterrestrial life, but do offer clues in a lingering mystery about how distant planets form, researchers said.
Starliner astronauts' replacement crew arrive at International Space Station
With a replacement crew on board the space station, NASA is eyeing Tuesday for the Starliner astronauts' return to Earth, finally ending their marathon mission.
Breaking down NASA's SpaceX launch
NASA launched SpaceX's Crew-10 mission from the Kennedy Space Center. A Falcon-9 rocket is carrying four astronauts to the International Space Station where they will meet astronauts Suni Williams and "Butch" Wilmore, who have been there for over 9 months. Former NASA astronaut Scott Parazynski, CBS News national correspondent Mark Strassmann and Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer for the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, break it all down.
Starliner's replacement crew finally launches
Following multiple delays, a SpaceX rocket carrying four astronauts finally blasted off Friday bound for the International Space Station on a flight that sets the stage for Starliner astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams to finally come home after nearly 300 days in space. Mark Strassmann reports.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
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Report: U.S. support for free speech drops 3%
A new survey released Monday by the nonpartisan think tank Future of Free Speech found a 3% drop in support for free speech in the U.S., which puts America's rank at number 9 out of the 33 countries surveyed. The survey tracks global attitudes toward allowing controversial speech, criticism of the government, media freedom and an open internet. Executive Director Jacob Mchangama joins CBS News to unpack his organization's findings.
The history of the Alien Enemies Act of 1798
A federal judge heard arguments Monday on whether the White House violated a court order by deporting migrants without proper court hearings. The Trump administration claims it has the authority under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 because it alleges the individuals in question were Venezuelan gang members. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser takes a closer look at why Congress passed the 18th-century law in the first place.
How economists spot recessions, stagflation
Preliminary data from the University of Michigan shows that consumer sentiment, or how people feel about the economy, declined for a second straight month. It all comes as January saw a decline in spending which has some economists warning that the U.S. could face a possible recession. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more on recession risk signs.
Reporter's Notebook: Economic turbulence
President Trump has promised a little light turbulence. "A little bit of an adjustment period," is what he called it in the joint address to Congress. Consumers are feeling something different. John Dickerson explains.
Deadly tornado outbreak leaves path of destruction
Residents are picking up the pieces after a deadly string of severe storms that stretched from Kansas to Alabama. Five dozen confirmed tornadoes left a trail of torn-up homes and families' lives ripped apart by the devastation. Nicole Valdes reports.