What are autopens? Here's what to know about the machines.
President Trump is putting a political spotlight on autopens, machines that have been used for decades by presidents, writers and more.
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Steel and aluminum tariffs expected raise cost on cars, homes and more
The 50% steel and aluminum tariffs could lead to higher prices on everything from cars to home and office supplies.
More Americans turning to "buy now, pay later" loans to purchase groceries
Roughly a quarter of consumers use "buy now, pay later" loans for ordinary expenses like groceries. That's worrisome, a personal finance expert says.
Tariffs are causing Alaska Airlines to cancel flights. Here's why.
With two fewer aircraft in its fleet, Alaska Airlines says it is trimming its summer flight schedule.
Trump tariffs would cut deficits by $2.8 trillion, shrink the economy, CBO says
President Trump's sweeping tariff plan would cut deficits by $2.8 trillion over 10 years while shrinking the economy, the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office said.
Millions of kids could lose the Child Tax Credit under GOP budget bill
Republican tax bill requires both parents to have a Social Security number to qualify for the Child Tax Credit, a policy shift that would make millions of kids ineligible.
Social Security says 2.5 million retroactive payments processed so far
The Social Security Administration says it has processed 2.5 million retroactive payments to people previously locked out of retirement benefits.
Reddit sues Anthropic over alleged "scraping" of content to train Claude
Reddit sued the artificial intelligence company on Wednesday, claiming that it is stealing millions of user comments from platform to train its chatbot, Claude.
Dollar Tree says U.S. tariffs could cut its Q2 profits in half
Dollar Tree CEO says "the tariff landscape is highly fluid and changing week to week," as the discount retailer slashes its earnings guidance.
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How much would a $10,000 18-month CD earn if opened this June?
A $10,000 18-month CD could earn savers a major return if opened now, but they'll need to be aggressive to get it.
What happens if you stop paying a debt relief company?
Missing payments to a debt relief company can have major consequences for your finances. Here's how.
Will HELOC rates fall after the Fed's June meeting?
HELOC rates have been dropping for more than a year. But will they continue to do so after the Fed's June meeting?
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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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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
The first weeks of the new Trump administration have sparked stock market jitters and recession fears. Here's advice from top experts.
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Judge scraps rules requiring employers to offer time off for abortions
Federal judge strikes down government regulations requiring most U.S. employers to accommodate workers for abortions.
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.
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Climber dies after falling 3,000 feet on Mount McKinley in Alaska
Alex Chiu, 41, was ascending Mount McKinley's West Buttress climbing route with two others on Monday when he fell at a spot known as Squirrel Point, according to park officials.
Thousands of students in limbo as Trump admin seeks to shut down Job Corps
Last week, the Labor Department announced a "phased pause" in operations at 99 contractor-operated Job Corps centers nationwide.
Trump orders investigation into Biden aides over autopen use, health "conspiracy"
President Trump is ordering an investigation into whether former President Joe Biden used an autopen to sign key documents like pardons.
Trump restricts international students from studying at Harvard
President Trump escalated a monthslong battle with Harvard University.
Gen Z is taking over the NBA Finals between Thunder and Pacers
The Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers are among the youngest teams in NBA history, led by almost entirely Gen Z players born between the late 1990s and early 2010s.
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Couple faces retirement fears amid market swings
Like millions of Americans, Alicia and Chu Gomez are experiencing the waves of an uncertain, see-sawing market.
Popular baby products company hard-hit by tariff hike on steel, aluminum
Tariffs affect almost all of the 500-plus products that Munchkin sells, the vast majority of which are made in China.
Reddit sues Anthropic over alleged "scraping" of content to train Claude
Reddit sued the artificial intelligence company on Wednesday, claiming that it is stealing millions of user comments from platform to train its chatbot, Claude.
Tariffs are causing Alaska Airlines to cancel flights. Here's why.
With two fewer aircraft in its fleet, Alaska Airlines says it is trimming its summer flight schedule.
Social Security says 2.5 million retroactive payments processed so far
The Social Security Administration says it has processed 2.5 million retroactive payments to people previously locked out of retirement benefits.
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Thousands of students in limbo as Trump admin seeks to shut down Job Corps
Last week, the Labor Department announced a "phased pause" in operations at 99 contractor-operated Job Corps centers nationwide.
Trump orders investigation into Biden aides over autopen use, health "conspiracy"
President Trump is ordering an investigation into whether former President Joe Biden used an autopen to sign key documents like pardons.
Trump restricts international students from studying at Harvard
President Trump escalated a monthslong battle with Harvard University.
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Jeffries calls Musk's attacks on Trump's budget bill "the stone-cold reality"
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries sided with Elon Musk in a CBS News interview, after the billionaire called President Trump's domestic policy bill a "disgusting abomination."
Trump signs travel ban on nationals from 12 countries, restrictions on 7 more
President Trump signed a proclamation to ban travel from certain countries, citing national security risks. It's set to take effect at 12:01 a.m. Monday.
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FDA to review abortion pill mifepristone for safety. Here's what to know.
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. asked the FDA "to review the latest data on mifepristone," but experts say concerns about the abortion pill's safety are misguided.
Ground beef with possible E. coli distributed nationwide, USDA says
The beef, which may be contaminated with E. coli, was distributed to Whole Foods Market retail locations across the U.S.
Tomato recall affecting multiple states elevated to highest risk warning by FDA
The tomatoes, recalled for potential salmonella contamination, were shipped to Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina.
CDC official overseeing COVID-19 vaccine recommendations resigns
The resignation follows an order by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to change the agency's guidance.
New center at Penn aims to help people with Williams syndrome
A new center at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania aims to help people with Williams syndrome.
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Trump signs travel ban on nationals from 12 countries, restrictions on 7 more
President Trump signed a proclamation to ban travel from certain countries, citing national security risks. It's set to take effect at 12:01 a.m. Monday.
Woman in poison mushroom killings trial says she was trying to fix "bland" meal
Erin Patterson spoke Wednesday about the July 2023 lunch and offered her explanations on how she planned the meal that killed three of her four guests who ate it.
See what will be available at "Princess Diana's largest wardrobe auction"
The auction, "Princess Diana's Style & A Royal Collection," will take place June 26 in Beverly Hills, California.
3 World War II bombs defused in German city of Cologne, thousands evacuated
More than 20,000 residents were evacuated Wednesday from Cologne's city center.
Satellite photos appear to show aftermath of Ukraine drone strike
Satellite images of Russian air bases released Wednesday appear to show the aftermath of what Ukraine called "Operation Spider's Web."
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Jessie J diagnosed with early breast cancer, says she'll undergo surgery
U.K. pop singer Jessie J announced her breast cancer diagnosis in a video on Instagram, saying she learned of it before her new single "No Secrets" was released.
Cynthia Erivo on hosting Sunday's Tony Awards and the "Wicked" sequel
Tony Award winner Cynthia Erivo tells "CBS Mornings" how Elphaba from "Wicked' has matured ahead of Erivo hosting the 78th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday.
Auli'i Cravalho talks news Apple TV+ special
Auli'i Cravalho, the breakout actress who voiced "Moana," has a new animated children's special on Apple TV+ called "Lulu is a Rhinoceros." Cravalho joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about why kids and parents should tune in for the family musical event.
How Charlene Kaye is rewriting the rules of pop
Charlene Kaye's musical parodies are racking up millions of views. But her story runs deeper.
Cynthia Erivo on hosting the Tony Awards
Cynthia Erivo joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss hosting the 78th Annual Tony Awards, her behind-the-scenes preparations and what audiences can expect from Sunday night's show.
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Meta signs nuclear power deal for AI energy
Meta has signed a 20-year agreement to buy nuclear power from Constellation Energy, joining the growing list of tech giants turning to nuclear energy to meet the demands of artificial intelligence. Bloomberg News tech reporter Riley Griffin has more.
Blue Origin spacecraft carries 6 to edge of space
A Blue Origin sub-orbital spacecraft successfully rocketed to an altitude more than 60 miles above the Earth Saturday with a crew of six. After separating from its booster, the capsule touched down in the West Texas desert about 10 minutes after liftoff.
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.
Colleges try to tackle A.I. in the classroom
Some colleges are turning to classic tactics to try to keep A.I. out of the classroom. Sales of lined composition test books — known as "blue books" — which students used to use to handwrite essays and answers on exams, are on the rise, the Wall Street Journal reported. Here's how schools are trying to tackle the exploding use of A.I.
Google, DOJ antitrust case ending soon
Google and the Justice Department are set to begin closing arguments in the historic antitrust case that started nine months ago when a federal judge ruled Google has a monopoly over the search engine market. CBS News' Jake Rosen has the latest updates.
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Looking at Iran's uranium enrichment
Iran's foreign minister says his country will not accept any nuclear deal with the U.S. that completely bans uranium enrichment. Anna Erickson, professor of nuclear and radiological engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Fungus in "agroterrorism" arrest already widely prevalent in U.S., researcher says
Two Chinese researchers were charged with trying to smuggle strains of a fungus called Fusarium graminearum into the U.S.
NSF terminates research grants
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has terminated thousands of research grants, following President Trump's executive order. Todd Wolfson, President of the American Association of University Professors, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" with more details.
Massive planet discovered orbiting tiny star, puzzling scientists
It had not been thought possible that such tiny, weak stars could provide the conditions needed to form and host huge planets.
Fluke discovery at planetarium sheds light on mysterious cosmic cloud
Scientists have unlocked one of the solar system's many secrets from an unexpected source: a planetarium show.
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Woman in poison mushroom killings trial says she was trying to fix "bland" meal
Erin Patterson spoke Wednesday about the July 2023 lunch and offered her explanations on how she planned the meal that killed three of her four guests who ate it.
New suspect linked to Palm Springs bombing
A man federal authorities say is linked to a bombing last month at a fertility clinic in Palm Springs, California, is facing charges. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez is following the story.
New video of Colorado attack
New footage shows the moment police say the Boulder, Colorado, attack suspect threw a flaming Molotov cocktail at demonstrators. Police say the suspect, Mohammed Soliman, an Egyptian national who overstayed his visa in 2023, also caught himself on fire in the video. Meanwhile, CBS News Colorado's Justin Adams reports on Wednesday's vigil.
Forensic video expert testifies at Combs trial
A forensic video expert took the stand Wednesday in Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking trial to testify about the hotel footage showing Combs' alleged attack on Cassie Ventura. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
2 charged with smuggling potential bioweapon
Two Chinese nationals have been charged by the Justice Department with smuggling a fungus into the U.S. that officials say could be used as a biological weapon. CBS News Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
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Massive planet discovered orbiting tiny star, puzzling scientists
It had not been thought possible that such tiny, weak stars could provide the conditions needed to form and host huge planets.
Fluke discovery at planetarium sheds light on mysterious cosmic cloud
Scientists have unlocked one of the solar system's many secrets from an unexpected source: a planetarium show.
The northern lights could be visible in some U.S. states tonight
The northern lights — also called aurora borealis — could be visible in Alaska, Washington, Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota, Michigan, Maine, northern parts of Idaho, Wyoming, Iowa, New York, Vermont and New Hampshire.
Trump withdraws NASA post nomination
President Trump withdrew his nomination for Jaren Isaacman, an Elon Musk ally, to lead NASA. Mr. Trump said he would soon announce a new nominee. CBS News' Weijia Jiang has the latest.
White House pulls nomination for Trump's pick to lead NASA
Billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman, who has close ties to Elon Musk, was President Trump's pick to serve as NASA administrator.
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Summer music heats up 2025
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
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.
"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.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
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
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RIINO: Electric Rail Material Haulage for Mining's Decarbonized Future
RIINO's electric rail system is designed to advance mining with automated material haulage across underground and surface operations, supporting efforts to reduce costs, improve efficiency, drive mine electrification, and enable future applications in responsible material and personnel transport.
VGS, The World's Leader in Payment Tokenization, Enables Businesses to Solve Critical Security and Payment Challenges
The spotlight has intensified on VGS's innovative approach to empowering merchants to take control of their payment strategy.
HOYA's EUV Photomask Blanks: The Key to Next-Generation Semiconductors
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Decoding future of Mobility: A2MAC1 at the Heart of Industry 4.0
A revolution is underway in the world of mobility. In an era driven by data, automation, and sustainability, A2MAC1 is playing a strategic and decisive role behind the scenes — helping global OEMs and suppliers shape the vehicles of tomorrow.
AutoCamp Offers Immersive Outdoor Experiences and A Deeper Connection to Nature
AutoCamp redefines outdoor travel by blending the adventure of camping with boutique hotel luxury. Guests can immerse in nature without sacrificing comfort, enjoying high-end design, service, and amenities for an elevated outdoor experience.