How much could you save in taxes if the GOP bill is signed into law?
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Moody's downgrades U.S. credit rating, citing rising government debt
Moody's lowered its rating on U.S. debt from Aaa to Aa1, pointing to sustained increase in federal debt and interest payments.
Trump says U.S. will set tariff rates for most nations within weeks
President Trump said his administration "will be sending letters out" in two to three weeks to alert other nations of the tariff rates the U.S. will impose.
Why there's no tax break for Social Security benefits in the new tax bill
Seniors are unlikely to get a break on paying taxes on their Social Security benefits, an issue that impacts more people each year.
Home electricity bills forecast to reach a 12-year high this summer
High temperatures and rising electricity costs could boost home energy bills by 6% this summer, a new report says.
Charter and Cox to merge in blockbuster $34.5 billion cable deal
Charter Communications' merger with Cox Communications will combine two of the top three cable companies in the U.S.
Consumer confidence falls to lowest level in 3 years amid inflation fears
Weakening consumer confidence and mounting uncertainty could hit spending, economists warn.
Apple blocks access to Fortnite on iPhones, video game company says
Apple has blocked access to the game on iPhone devices in the United States and the European Union, according to Fortnite.
These airlines had the most and least passenger complaints in 2024
Complaints against U.S. airlines soared to a record high in 2024 as carriers struggle with flight cancellations and delays, analysis finds.
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Thinking about applying for credit card debt forgiveness in today's economy? Start by inspecting these three items.
Gold prices are falling: 3 gold investments that could pay off now
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How have HELOC interest rates changed in 2025?
HELOC interest rates have changed substantially in recent months. Here's what to know at this point in 2025.
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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.
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Americans fear going broke in retirement more than death, study finds
Allianz survey finds that nearly two-thirds of Americans are more worried about running out of money in retirement than they are about dying.
Here's the magic number Americans say they need for retirement
Americans have big financial goals for what they think they'll need for a comfortable retirement, a new survey finds.
3 questions to ask about your retirement savings when stocks plunge
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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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Bloody, bare footprints lead to decadeslong search for woman's killer
In 1993, Jeanie Childs was found stabbed more than 60 times in her Minneapolis apartment. Bloody footprints and unknown DNA left investigators without answers until a 2015 cold-case review and public DNA database finally pointed to a suspect.
A couple's first date ended in horror after both were shot; only one survived.
During their first date, Leslie Reeves and Chris Smith were ambushed in his Illinois home – both shot in the head. A crime scene investigator described it as one of the most horrific crime scenes he's been to.
Antonio Brown says he was "jumped" after videos show Miami brawl
Brown posted online that several people tried to steal is jewelry at a boxing event and he fought back.
Journalism wins the 150th running of the Preakness Stakes
After finishing as runner-up at the Kentucky Derby earlier this month, the heavy-favorite Journalism earned a thrilling come-from-behind victory in the Preakness Stakes.
Rubio says U.S. will find out if Russia is "tapping us along"
Secretary of State Marco Rubio told "Face the Nation" he believes talks to end the war in Ukraine will only progress if President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin meet in person.
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Trump warns Walmart against raising prices, tells company to "eat the tariffs"
Walmart this week warned that everything from bananas to children's car seats could increase in price despite the softer tariffs on China.
How much could you save in taxes if the GOP bill is signed into law?
The greatest benefits would go to high-income households, while low-income families would see a much more modest boost, analyses show.
Moody's downgrades U.S. credit rating, citing rising government debt
Moody's lowered its rating on U.S. debt from Aaa to Aa1, pointing to sustained increase in federal debt and interest payments.
Calligraphy created by executed assassin breaking auction records
Ahn Jung-geun is best known for his dramatic assassination of Japan's first prime minister in 1909 at a railway station.
Home electricity bills forecast to reach a 12-year high this summer
High temperatures and rising electricity costs could boost home energy bills by 6% this summer, a new report says.
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Rubio says U.S. will find out if Russia is "tapping us along"
Secretary of State Marco Rubio told "Face the Nation" he believes talks to end the war in Ukraine will only progress if President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin meet in person.
Walz calls Trump a "tyrant" who abuses power and violates rule of law
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the vice presidential nominee in 2024, made his remarks at the University of Minnesota's law school commencement ceremony.
Transcript: Secretary of State Marco Rubio on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 18, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Secretary of State Marco Rubio that will air on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 18, 2025.
Trump warns Walmart against raising prices, tells company to "eat the tariffs"
Walmart this week warned that everything from bananas to children's car seats could increase in price despite the softer tariffs on China.
Combat sport clubs used to recruit for white nationalist hate group, report says
Patriot Front and other white nationalist groups are fueling the expansion of extremist groups in the U.S., and control at least a dozen clubs nationwide.
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Her pain was a sign of a rare condition. Finding a diagnosis took years
A Facebook page helped lead military veteran Sierra Prindle to a surgeon who could treat her rare leg condition.
Pool fences and life jackets could save hundreds of lives, CDC estimates
The study was one of the CDC's last before its injury prevention teams were laid off.
FDA greenlights marketing of first Alzheimer's blood test for some patients
Japan-based Fujirebio's test, which helps doctors diagnose Alzheimer's disease, is intended for patients with signs of cognitive decline.
How to limit exposure to arsenic in rice
Toxic heavy metals like arsenic are found in high levels in rice brands sold across the United States, according to a recent report — but experts say there are ways to reduce your exposure.
Novo Nordisk CEO, who led company into weight-loss drugs, to step down
Novo Nordisk, maker of weight loss drug Wegovy, says CEO Lars Fruergaard Jorgensen is leaving the company by "mutual agreement."
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Israel strikes pound Gaza, killing dozens and forcing a main hospital to close
The bloodshed followed the launch of a new Israeli military operation aimed at putting more pressure on Hamas to release hostages.
Pope Leo XIV calls for unity in inaugural Mass at the Vatican
Pope Leo XIV officially opened his pontificate by taking his first popemobile tour through the piazza, a rite of passage that has become synonymous with the papacy's global reach and mediatic draw.
Russian drone strikes continue in Ukraine as Vatican renews offer for help
The strikes – and renewed offer from the Vatican – come hours after Moscow and Kyiv had held their first direct peace talks in years that failed to yield a ceasefire.
8 shooting victims found "lying in a pool of blood" in South Africa bar
Police launched a manhunt for gunmen who killed eight customers at a tavern in Durban, South Africa.
Paris reveals memorial to LGBTQ victims of Nazi regime, other persecutions
The massive steel star designed by French artist Jean-Luc Verna is located at the heart of Paris in an effort to remember and fight discrimination against LGBTQ people.
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Jensen McRae performs "I Don't Do Drugs"
Raised in Santa Monica, California, Jensen McRae started playing piano at the age of 7, and later graduated from USC's Thornton School of Music. Inspired by Joni Mitchell and Tracy Chapman, her 2022 debut earned critical acclaim, and her live shows and strong social media presence have put her on the map. Here is Jensen McRae with "I Don't Do Drugs."
Jensen McRae performs "Let Me Be Wrong"
Raised in Santa Monica, California, Jensen McRae started playing piano at the age of 7, and later graduated from USC's Thornton School of Music. Inspired by Joni Mitchell and Tracy Chapman, her 2022 debut earned critical acclaim, and her live shows and strong social media presence have put her on the map. Here is Jensen McRae with "Let Me Be Wrong."
Jensen McRae performs "Praying for Your Downfall"
Raised in Santa Monica, California, Jensen McRae started playing piano at the age of 7, and later graduated from USC's Thornton School of Music. Inspired by Joni Mitchell and Tracy Chapman, her 2022 debut earned critical acclaim, and her live shows and strong social media presence have put her on the map. Here is Jensen McRae with "Praying for Your Downfall."
Magna Carta discovery
British researchers have determined that what was believed to be a copy of the 1300 Magna Carta at Harvard's law school collection isn't a copy at all, but one of just seven originals known to exist.
After Springsteen calls him "treasonous," Trump criticizes rock star's skin
Bruce Springsteen, a long-standing and prominent supporter of Democratic presidential candidates, made his remarks at a concert in Manchester, England.
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Chatbot encourages movie theater phone use
Using your phone has always been a no-no in movie theaters. But movie theatergoers could soon be encouraged to use them to interact with chatbots. New York Times reporter Brooks Barnes wrote an article about Meta's "movie mate" chatbot. He joins "The Daily Report" with more.
Web exclusive: AI pioneer Geoffrey Hinton
"Godfather of AI" Geoffrey Hinton shows Brook Silva-Braga how he uses current AI models, asks ChatGPT some questions and more in this special "CBS Saturday Morning" web extra.
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 to clean up your digital footprint
Old accounts and forgotten photos can make you a target. CBS News Confirmed's Alex Clark shares how to delete your data and stay safe as internet scams reach a record $16.6 billion in losses.
Why are Trump, Musk in Saudi Arabia?
President Trump is in Saudi Arabia where his administration is looking to boost diplomatic ties through economic investment. CBS News reporter Taurean Small has the details.
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Custom gene therapy saves infant
Baby KJ Muldoon was born with a rare genetic condition that is often fatal, but doctors used custom CRISPR gene therapy to target the exact mutation in his DNA. His family shares their emotional journey in their first TV interview with CBS News.
Richard Garwin, a designer of the first hydrogen bomb, dies at 97
Garwin advised several presidents published more than 500 papers and was granted 47 U.S. patents.
Universe will die "much sooner than expected," researchers say
The universe is poised to die much faster than previously thought, according to new research by Dutch scientists.
Some U.S. cities are sinking, study finds
A new study shows the land under some of the largest cities in the U.S. is sinking. "Land subsidence" is the gradual setting or sudden sinking of the Earth's surface, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Manoochehr Shirzaei, a co-author of the study, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Rare New Zealand snail filmed laying egg from its neck
The strange reproductive habits of a large, carnivorous New Zealand snail were once shrouded in mystery. Now, footage of the snail laying an egg from its neck has been captured for the first time.
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Bloody, bare footprints lead to decadeslong search for woman's killer
In 1993, Jeanie Childs was found stabbed more than 60 times in her Minneapolis apartment. Bloody footprints and unknown DNA left investigators without answers until a 2015 cold-case review and public DNA database finally pointed to a suspect.
A couple's first date ended in horror after both were shot; only one survived.
During their first date, Leslie Reeves and Chris Smith were ambushed in his Illinois home – both shot in the head. A crime scene investigator described it as one of the most horrific crime scenes he's been to.
Outrage grows in New Orleans after inmates' escape
Ten criminals escaped a New Orleans jail on Friday, sending hundreds of officers on an exhaustive manhunt, searching across state lines. Kati Weis has the story.
8 shooting victims found "lying in a pool of blood" in South Africa bar
Police launched a manhunt for gunmen who killed eight customers at a tavern in Durban, South Africa.
1 killed, at least 3 injured in shooting in Las Vegas gym
One person was killed at the Las Vegas Athletic Club on the city's west side when gunfire erupted, police said.
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Webb telescope captures images of Jupiter's auroras in stunning detail
Jupiter's stunning auroras are hundreds of times brighter than those seen on Earth, as pictured in new images taken by the James Webb Space Telescope.
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Soviet-era spacecraft plunges back to Earth after 53 years stuck in orbit
Kosmos 482 was launched by the then-Soviet Union in 1972 as part of a series of missions bound for Venus. But this one never made it out of orbit around Earth, stranded there by a rocket malfunction.
Soviet spacecraft plunging back to Earth
A Soviet-era spacecraft that was meant to land on Venus in 1972 is plunging back to Earth. Marlon Sorge, an executive director at The Aerospace Corporation, joins CBS News with what to expect.
Soviet spacecraft is plunging back to Earth 53 years after launch
A Soviet-era spacecraft meant to land on Venus a half century ago is expected to plunge uncontrolled back to Earth within days.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
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"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
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.
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We leave you this Sunday morning with Black-bellied whistling ducks, basking in the sun at the Audubon Park and Zoo in New Orleans, Louisiana. Videography: Mike Hernandez.
Clarinetist Doreen Ketchens
World-famous French Quarter clarinetist, Doreen Ketchens, performs a unique New Orleans version of Abblasen, the "CBS Sunday Morning" theme song.
New Orleans "Beadmaster" pays homage to Mardi Gras' history with his art
In Michelle Miller's final look this week at pillars of New Orleans' style, the correspondent delves into the centuries-old Carnival tradition of Black Masking. Acclaimed contemporary artist Demond Melancon's work has been shown all over the world, but it is deeply rooted in elaborate beaded suits he creates as the Big Chief of the Young Seminole Hunters Black Masking Tribe.
Italy's Trulli: From Past to Present
Nestled in the Itria Valley of Puglia, in southern Italy, traditional limestone huts with conical roofs are part of the landscape. Called "trulli," the unique structures traditionally housed farmers and livestock, and were largely overlooked. But they've become a beloved attraction, drawing tourists from around the globe who are enchanted by their architecture and charm. Correspondent Seth Doane travels to Puglia to explore their past and present.
40 years of Air Jordan
The Air Jordan sneaker turns 40 this year. "Sunday Morning" celebrates the design of the iconic shoe with correspondent Luke Burbank, who traces its origins back to NBA legend Michael Jordan's first meeting with Nike, then a relatively small sneaker company in Oregon.