Behind on your student loan? Here's what to know about wage garnishment.
With the Department of Education this month resuming collections on student loans, millions of Americans are at risk of having their wages garnished.
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Stock market sinks after Target reports sales drop
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Crypto billionaire Justin Sun says he's the biggest owner of Trump's meme coin
Justin Sun — who owns $19 million worth of President Trump's meme coin — will attend a dinner with the president, after regulators paused a Biden-era lawsuit against Sun.
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Electricity demand expected to jump by more than 75% by 2050, report says
Electricity demand could jump at least 25% in the next five years and as much as 78% by 2050.
GOP bill could add trillions to the U.S. deficit, some experts say
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Fanatics promo event will pit sports fans against pros like Tom Brady
In Fanatics Fest's new skills-based contest, select fans will compete against sports legends like Tom Brady in a series of athletic challenges.
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Can buy now, pay later debt be sold to debt collectors?
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Is a callable CD worth it? Here's what some experts think.
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Americans fear going broke in retirement more than death, study finds
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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
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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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St. Louis' tornado warning system failed. Now, a commissioner is on leave.
St. Louis' emergency management commissioner has been placed on administrative leave, the mayor said, after tornado sirens failed to be activated ahead of Friday's storm.
DOJ asks Supreme Court to block effort to get information on DOGE
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FDA expands COVID vaccine warning about possible side effect
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Stock market sinks after Target reports sales drop
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U.S., Italy unite to recover remains of missing American WWII soldiers
The U.S. and Italy signed a deal to bolster efforts to recover the remains of American soldiers who went missing in action during World War II.
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Stock market sinks after Target reports sales drop
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The average cost of a fast-food meal in the U.S. is now $11.56 in major cities across the U.S., according to LendingTree.
Behind on your student loan? Here's what to know about wage garnishment.
With the Department of Education this month resuming collections on student loans, millions of Americans are at risk of having their wages garnished.
Electricity demand expected to jump by more than 75% by 2050, report says
Electricity demand could jump at least 25% in the next five years and as much as 78% by 2050.
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DOJ asks Supreme Court to block effort to get information on DOGE
A federal district judge ordered DOGE to turn over information to a government watchdog group that filed a FOIA request for its records.
Trump and Musk meeting with South Africa's president amid tensions
South African-born billionaire Elon Musk will join President Trump's meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.
DOJ ending probes of Minneapolis and Louisville police departments
The Justice Department said it will bring an end to investigations launched during the Biden administration after the deaths of George Floyd in Minneapolis and Breonna Taylor in Louisville.
Rep. Gerry Connolly dies at 75
Rep. Gerry Connolly announced last month that his cancer had returned.
China says Trump's missile defense plan could turn space into a battlefield
Trump's plans to build a "Golden Dome" U.S. missile defense system undermine "global strategic balance and stability," and should be abandoned, China says.
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FDA expands COVID vaccine warning about possible side effect
The FDA is requiring COVID vaccine makers Pfizer and Moderna to update their warnings about the possible risk of myocarditis and pericarditis.
Disabled students say they feel left behind in emergencies
From fires to tornadoes to potential violence inside schools, millions of public school children with disabilities fear they will be left behind in emergency situations.
RFK Jr. tells farmers, GOP not to worry about his report targeting pesticides
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to release a report Thursday on how pesticides and other issues may be linked to childhood chronic diseases.
Biden's last prostate cancer blood test was in 2014, spokesperson says
Former President Joe Biden — who was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer — got his last blood test for the cancer over a decade ago.
Allina surgeon removed woman's kidney instead of spleen, lawsuit says
A Twin Cities woman is suing over an alleged medical mistake that she says cost her a healthy left kidney.
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U.S., Italy unite to recover remains of missing American WWII soldiers
The U.S. and Italy signed a deal to bolster efforts to recover the remains of American soldiers who went missing in action during World War II.
Trump and Musk meeting with South Africa's president amid tensions
South African-born billionaire Elon Musk will join President Trump's meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.
Pro-Russia former Ukrainian politician reportedly gunned down in Spain
Andriy Portnov, a pro-Russian former politician from Ukraine who was sanctioned by the U.S., was reportedly gunned down outside his kids' school in Madrid.
China says Trump's missile defense plan could turn space into a battlefield
Trump's plans to build a "Golden Dome" U.S. missile defense system undermine "global strategic balance and stability," and should be abandoned, China says.
Video shows drug-smuggling cat caught by prison guards
The justice ministry shared a video of the cat, which was carrying over 230 grams of marijuana and 67 grams of crack cocaine.
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Former CIA disguise chief reveals what "Mission: Impossible" gets right
Former CIA chief of disguise Jonna Mendez says the iconic mask tech from "Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning" isn't just Hollywood fiction.
Simon Pegg and Pom Klementieff on wrapping their "Mission: Impossible" journey
Simon Pegg and Pom Klementieff say goodbye to the "Mission: Impossible" franchise reflecting on their final scenes and the bond they built.
Is the spy tech in Mission: Impossible real?
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Simon Pegg, Pom Klementieff on new movie
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Matchmaker Maria shares dating advice
Maria Avgitidis, also known as "Matchmaker Maria," offers her signature no-nonsense relationship advice in her debut book, "Ask a Matchmaker: Matchmaker Maria's No-Nonsense Guide to Finding Love."
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How to deal with AI coming for your job
Fiverr CEO Micha Kaufman recently warned his employees about the impact of artificial intelligence on their jobs. Kaufman joins CBS News with more on his tips to beat the AI curve.
Half of states now have laws that ban or regulate cellphones in schools
Bills have sprinted through legislatures this year in states as varied as New York and Oklahoma, reflecting a broad consensus that phones are bad for kids.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Survey finds teachers increasingly use AI
As many students face criticism and punishment for using artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT for assignments, new reporting shows that many instructors are increasingly using those same programs. New York Times technology reporter Kashmir Hill joins the "Daily Report" to discuss her piece on the topic.
Big tech stocks dip lower
The Dow ended Tuesday down more than 100 points and S&P ended its six-day winning streak. Plus, Home Depot said it does not plan to raise its prices due to tariffs. CBS News business contributor Javier David has more.
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Study suggests scientists were wrong about dark streaks on Mars
Slope streaks once believed to be signs of water on Mars might really be signs of rockfall and high winds, a new study says.
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
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Some U.S. cities are sinking, study finds
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New video of 5th inmate's recapture
Louisiana State Police recaptured 19-year-old Corey Boyd on Tuesday, but five other escaped inmates are still on the loose. Meanwhile, tensions are rising among lawmakers and officials as they try to figure out what led to the jailbreak. CBS News' Kati Weis has the latest.
Regina Ventura testifies at Combs trial
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Manhunt continues for five jail escapees
Half of the escaped inmates from a New Orleans jailbreak have been recaptured, Louisiana State Police announced. A maintenance worker from the jail was also arrested for allegedly helping the inmates escape. CBS News' Kati Weis has the latest.
Video shows drug-smuggling cat caught by prison guards
The justice ministry shared a video of the cat, which was carrying over 230 grams of marijuana and 67 grams of crack cocaine.
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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.
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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.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
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"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
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New video of 5th inmate's recapture
Louisiana State Police recaptured 19-year-old Corey Boyd on Tuesday, but five other escaped inmates are still on the loose. Meanwhile, tensions are rising among lawmakers and officials as they try to figure out what led to the jailbreak. CBS News' Kati Weis has the latest.
Massive tornadoes rip through U.S.
Massive tornadoes continue sweeping through several states of the U.S. as Americans grapple with the aftermath of the severe weather. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports from Madison, Alabama, and meteorologist Grant Gilmore has the latest weather forecast.
Target misses earnings expectations
Target missed its earnings expectations as it grapples with the effects of tariffs and the impact of scaling back its diversity and inclusion efforts. This comes as Home Depot also reports disappointing gains. Jordyn Holman, a business reporter for The New York Times, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
Musk joining Trump South Africa meeting
Elon Musk is joining President Trump's meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, a White House official confirms. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports as the Trump administration faces questions about the Afrikaner refugee resettlement controversy that may have involved Musk's claims about genocide.
House Rules Committee meets overnight
The House Rules Committee is still debating the Republican budget bill since beginning its session overnight, a rare move for such an important piece of legislation bound to impact most Americans. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.