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Reporter's Notebook: Examining the 4-day workweek
A recent study from Boston College found that, when done right, the four-day work week can benefit employees and employers alike. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson examines the study and what the future of work could look like.
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Kyle Handley, an economist and adjunct scholar at the Cato Institute, joins CBS News to discuss the latest on tariffs and trade deals.
Texas lawmakers going after hemp agan
Republican lawmakers in Texas have reintroduced a ban on hemp-based products after a similar bill was vetoed by Gov. Greg Abbott. Jason Allen has more.
Florida sheriff defends violent arrest
Video of a violent February arrest in Jacksonville, Florida, went viral over the weekend, prompting the sheriff's office to defend the officers' actions. Nicole Valdes reports.
Disturbing images of starvation in Gaza
As Israel expands its offensive in Gaza, disturbing images and reports of starvation in the Palestinian territory continue. Haley Ott reports.
New video of immigrant detention facility
An immigrant advocacy group has released new video of a federal detention facility in New York City, where detainees allegedly only receive one meal a day and have to deal with overcrowding. Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
Bracelet charms memorialize Camp Mystic victims
The James Avery Workshop in Kerrville, Texas, has been working with Camp Mystic for decades, providing bracelet charms for campers to take home as keepsakes. After the devastating July Fourth flooding that killed more than two dozen campers and counselors, the company said it would donate all the proceeds from one of its charms to relief efforts, leading to its eight-month supply selling out in five hours. Jason Allen reports.
How a photo of a deadly Boston fire sparked change
In 1975, Stanley Forman took a Pulitzer Prize-winning photo of a fatal fire escape collapse during a Boston apartment fire. That photo would spur the city to enact new regulations to keep fire escapes safe. Mark Strassmann has the story.
Wife of asylum-seeker on detention conditions
The wife of a man who fled Ecuador to seek asylum says her husband has been subjected to harsh conditions while in detention, including being denied life-saving medicine. Lilia Luciano reports.
GM says tariffs hurting profits
Car manufacturing giant General Motors said the Trump administration's tariffs are hurting its bottom line. Kelly O'Grady explains.
Ozzy Osbourne, heavy metal pioneer, dies at age 76
Ozzy Osbourne, the heavy metal icon who rose to fame as the lead singer of Black Sabbath before embarking on a successful solo career and later became a reality TV star, has died at the age of 76. Vladimir Duthiers takes a look back at his triumphs and controversies.
New developments in Epstein saga
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, who represented President Trump in his "hush money" case, announced he plans to meet with Jeffrey Epstein's former girlfriend and co-conspirator, Ghislaine Maxwell, as the push to release files related to Epstein's trafficking case continues. Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
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How a photo of a deadly fire led to changes in Boston's fire escape rules
Stanley Forman has been photographing Boston for 60 years, but the image he'll always remember is one he took of a fatal 1975 fire.
Asylum seeker's wife alleges poor conditions in detention center
Joan Paul Alcivar De La Cruz fled persecution in Ecuador and was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement at his asylum hearing, his wife told CBS News.
Used oyster shells dumped into water to help restore ecosystem
Oyster beds are critical to a healthy ocean, because they filter water, prevent erosion and provide a home for an estimated 300 different species.
Immigration crackdown causing labor shortages to California's construction industry
"They're hiding. People aren't willing to come to work," a Los Angeles contractor told CBS News.
Congressional Women's Softball Game sets aside politics for a greater cause
Unlike their male counterparts, whose annual baseball game pits Republicans against Democrats, the congressional women play together with no party affiliation.
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How a photo of a deadly Boston fire sparked change
In 1975, Stanley Forman took a Pulitzer Prize-winning photo of a fatal fire escape collapse during a Boston apartment fire. That photo would spur the city to enact new regulations to keep fire escapes safe. Mark Strassmann has the story.
Used oyster shells get recycled back into water
Fishermen have taken oysters out of the Long Island Sound off Connecticut for generations. But Todd Koehnke and Tim Macklin have made it their mission to dump millions of old shells back in. David Schechter reports.
Women in Congress come together for softball game
A team of congressional women played members of the press in a softball game Wednesday night in an annual event that seeks to set aside partisan divides for a greater cause. Caitlin Huey-Burns has a report on the game.
Fighting elderly loneliness
For many people who have outlived their friends and family, their final years can be lonesome. Lilia Luciano reports on companionship programs aiming to change that.
Debate over Trump plan to increase logging
When the Trump administration announced executive actions aimed at increasing timber production on federal lands, Oregonians had mixed responses. Loggers and timber towns celebrated the attention from the White House, while environmentalists sounded the alarm over fears of deregulation and environmental harm. David David Schechter reports.
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A Marine vet spent decades creating a carousel to conquer his demons and help others
When retired Marine Cpl. Scott Harrison was stationed at U.S. Marine outpost Con Thien during the Vietnam War, it was a music box sent by his sister that brought him hope during his darkest hours. Years later, Harrison used that hope to help and inspire others.
How a young man's brilliance was unlocked by his father's persistence
Viraj Dhanda, a nonspeaking autistic teen, spent the first 14 years of his life trying to learn the basics, until his brilliance was suddenly unlocked by his father with the help of Viraj's right thumb.
How a quiet high school senior used her art to connect with her classmates
Molly Schafer spent about 600 hours painting 44 portraits of her peers.
Teen helps coworkers on his graduation night, rewarded with big donations
Mykale Baker dropped by Burger King after his high school graduation ceremony for a late meal. When he noticed his colleagues swamped with orders, he jumped in to help.
3-year-old boy braves the darkness to help save his great-grandmother's life
When his great-grandmother suffered a fall and couldn't get up, courageous young Bridger whispered these three words to himself: "Don't be afraid."
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Reporter's Notebook: Trump's handling of inflation
Donald Trump won in 2024 promising to fix the economy and bring down prices. Six months into his second term, he's facing the same test -- and voters are unconvinced. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson has more.
Trump, Epstein and conspiracy theories
John Dickerson shares his thoughts on the ongoing calls for the Trump administration to release the full Epstein files and President Trump's relationship with conspiracy theories.
A historic day for American scientific power
July 16 marks the anniversary of the first atomic bomb test and the first mission to the moon. John Dickerson shares his thoughts on an event that revealed the terrifying, destructive power of human knowledge and another that revealed its daring ambition.
Robot umpires a sign of our changing world
At Tuesday night's MLB All-Star Game, an automated system will monitor balls and strikes for the first time. With that in mind, John Dickerson shares his thoughts and questions about the world's unrelenting march into an unknown world of automation and artificial intelligence.
Reporter's Notebook: Punishing journalists
From time to time, U.S. presidents have fantasized about punishing journalists. But John Adams once used the Sedition Act to actually jail one. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson looks at the dark chapter in American history.
Reporter's Notebook: Gov. Wes Moore on faith
"CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson shares a conversation he had with Maryland Gov. Wes Moore at the Aspen Ideas Festival. Asked if he turns to a saying in moments of testing, Moore said a specific phrase from his grandparents helped him get through his deployment in Afghanistan.
Reporter's Notebook: Crying wolf on budgets
Elon Musk has challenged President Trump's budget plans over fears of runaway spending. Are his fiscal concerns, and those of some other politicians, performative? "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Coach Steve Kerr on "empathetic honesty"
"CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson moderated a conversation at the Aspen Ideas Festival with Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and Steve Kerr, the coach of the Golden State Warriors. Kerr answers a question about staying ready to compete with an anecdote about his coach.
Reporter's Notebook: Trump called "daddy" at NATO
President Trump was showered with praise at the NATO summit, even jokingly called "daddy" by Secretary General Mark Rutte. But behind the flattery, there were expectations. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: Some good news about AI
Apocalyptic news about artificial intelligence darts into the news cycle pretty regularly, but "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson delves into some good news about AI.
Reporter's Notebook: Father of the QWERTY keyboard
The origin story for the QWERTY keyboard, patented by Christopher Latham Sholes in 1868, has been subject to debate. But the choices made by Sholes have come to rule our lives in ways we scarcely notice. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: That summer feeling
The longest day of the year invites endless possibility. But this moment of peak illumination also marks the beginning of the sun's retreat. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson has more.
Reporter's Notebook: Presidential improv
President Trump may be facing the highest-stakes decision of his presidency: whether to attack Iran. And we're all involved in the process. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: Trump weighs war choice
As a candidate in 2016, President Trump accused former President George W. Bush of misleading the nation about weapons of mass destruction in Iraq. Now, he faces the kind of judgment call he built his campaign around criticizing. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
140 years of the Statue of Liberty
140 years ago, the Statue of Liberty arrived by ship in New York City. John Dickerson has more on the statue's meaning.
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Venus Williams becomes second-oldest woman to win tour-level match
Venus Williams has become the oldest woman to win a tour-level singles match since Martina Navratilova.
U.S. Olympic, Paralympic sports told to comply with Trump's order on trans athletes
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee has effectively barred transgender women from competing in women's sports, telling sports governing bodies it has an "obligation to comply" with federal policy.
How a photo of a deadly fire led to changes in Boston's fire escape rules
Stanley Forman has been photographing Boston for 60 years, but the image he'll always remember is one he took of a fatal 1975 fire.
Asylum seeker's wife alleges poor conditions in detention center
Joan Paul Alcivar De La Cruz fled persecution in Ecuador and was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement at his asylum hearing, his wife told CBS News.
House Republicans propose naming Kennedy Center's opera house after Melania Trump
House Republicans on Tuesday advanced a measure that would rename the Kennedy Center's opera house after first lady Melania Trump — as President Trump boosts his influence over the center.
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Trump says he's struck a "massive" trade deal with Japan, calling for 15% tariffs
Japan will invest $550 billion into the U.S., and goods from the country will be subject to a 15% tariff, President Trump said. Japan has not commented on the reported deal.
Hershey to raise candy prices
Hershey said the price hike is related to cost of cocoa, which has increased exponentially in recent years.
Kohl's shares soar as investors rally behind new batch of "meme stocks"
Investors are championing Kohl's, GoPro and other struggling companies as the "meme stock" frenzy returns.
Trump floats eliminating federal capital gains tax on home sales
President Trump said he's "thinking about" eliminating capital gains tax on home sales. Here's what that would mean for the housing market.
Trump announces trade deals with the Philippines and Indonesia
The tariff rate for goods imported into the U.S. from both the Philippines and Indonesia will be 19%, the president said.
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U.S. Olympic, Paralympic sports told to comply with Trump's order on trans athletes
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee has effectively barred transgender women from competing in women's sports, telling sports governing bodies it has an "obligation to comply" with federal policy.
Asylum seeker's wife alleges poor conditions in detention center
Joan Paul Alcivar De La Cruz fled persecution in Ecuador and was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement at his asylum hearing, his wife told CBS News.
Trump says he's struck a "massive" trade deal with Japan, calling for 15% tariffs
Japan will invest $550 billion into the U.S., and goods from the country will be subject to a 15% tariff, President Trump said. Japan has not commented on the reported deal.
House Republicans propose naming Kennedy Center's opera house after Melania Trump
House Republicans on Tuesday advanced a measure that would rename the Kennedy Center's opera house after first lady Melania Trump — as President Trump boosts his influence over the center.
Witkoff expected to travel to Europe to press for a ceasefire, Gaza peace deal
Special envoy Steve Witkoff is expected to travel to Europe and possibly Middle East for meetings on issues including the Israel-Hamas conflict.
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Reporter's Notebook: Examining the 4-day workweek
A recent study from Boston College found that, when done right, the four-day work week can benefit employees and employers alike. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson examines the study and what the future of work could look like.
Texas lawmakers going after hemp agan
Republican lawmakers in Texas have reintroduced a ban on hemp-based products after a similar bill was vetoed by Gov. Greg Abbott. Jason Allen has more.
Ice cream bars recalled in 23 states due to potential listeria contamination
Rich's Ice Cream is recalling 110,292 cases of frozen dessert products across 23 states due to potential listeria contamination.
Billy Joel describes symptom of brain condition as "like being on a boat"
Billy Joel told Bill Maher how he is feeling after being diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus on the latest episode of Maher's podcast, "Club Random."
Pepsi to introduce prebiotic cola this fall after buying Poppi
Pepsi hops on another nutritional bandwagon as more consumers opt for prebiotic beverages.
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Witkoff expected to travel to Europe to press for a ceasefire, Gaza peace deal
Special envoy Steve Witkoff is expected to travel to Europe and possibly Middle East for meetings on issues including the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Delta flight halts takeoff as another jet lands on runway in Mexico City
Pilots of Delta Air Lines flight bound for Atlanta stopped their takeoff from Mexico City's airport when another jet landed in front of them on the same runway.
Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath frontman and heavy metal legend, dies at 76
Ozzy Osbourne rose to fame in the heavy metal group Black Sabbath.
Families angry over report suggesting pilots responsible for plane crash
South Korean officials planned to publicize the results of an investigation into the cause of the crash but canceled the briefing after strong protests by relatives of victims.
U.S. airman killed during Vietnam War accounted for 57 years later
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Willis R. Hall was assigned to a tactical air navigation radio site on a mountain in Laos during the Vietnam War.
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Ozzy Osbourne, heavy metal pioneer, dies at age 76
Ozzy Osbourne, the heavy metal icon who rose to fame as the lead singer of Black Sabbath before embarking on a successful solo career and later became a reality TV star, has died at the age of 76. Vladimir Duthiers takes a look back at his triumphs and controversies.
Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath frontman and heavy metal legend, dies at 76
Ozzy Osbourne rose to fame in the heavy metal group Black Sabbath.
Bill Cosby reacts to Malcolm-Jamal Warner's death
Malcolm-Jamal Warner played Bill Cosby's son on the hit family sitcom "The Cosby Show" during the show's run in the 1980s and '90s.
Billy Joel describes symptom of brain condition as "like being on a boat"
Billy Joel told Bill Maher how he is feeling after being diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus on the latest episode of Maher's podcast, "Club Random."
Stephen Colbert on "Late Show" cancellation
In his first show since CBS announced it was ending "The Late Show," Stephen Colbert joked about the network's decision, responded to Trump's online reaction and thanked fellow late-night hosts for their support.
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Humans beat AI at annual math Olympiad, but the machines are catching up
Humans beat AI programs made by Google and OpenAI at an international mathematics competition, but the technology shows some "very exciting" progress.
Details on Microsoft SharePoint hack
A hack targeting Microsoft's SharePoint software was likely carried out by a single bad actor, researchers say. Andy Boyd, the former director of the CIA Center for Cyber Intelligence, joins with 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.
AI safety concerns for vulnerable users
A 30-year-old man on the autism spectrum was hospitalized after ChatGPT appeared to validate his delusions, according to a new Wall Street Journal report. OpenAI says it's working to reduce unintentional harm. For more, "CBS Mornings Plus" is joined by Nick Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, which has a content-licensing partnership with OpenAI.
Microsoft releases emergency fix for Sharepoint after cyberattacks
Microsoft issued an urgent fix after hackers used a "zero-day" exploit to infiltrate its SharePoint software.
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Humans beat AI at annual math Olympiad, but the machines are catching up
Humans beat AI programs made by Google and OpenAI at an international mathematics competition, but the technology shows some "very exciting" progress.
Can laughter really improve your health
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The science of redesigning your personality
Writer Olga Khazan, a lifelong introvert obsessed with work, was unhappy with who she was, and so vowed to redesign her personality by living outside her comfort zone – a journey she documented in her new book, "Me, But Better."
A new you: The science of redesigning your personality
Writer Olga Khazan was unhappy with the person she was – anxious, obsessed with work, unable to have fun, and constantly worried about things. And when therapy, medications and self-care failed to work for her, Khazan decided a more radical approach was needed: she vowed to redesign her personality. Khazan talks with "Sunday Morning" correspondent Susan Spencer about the surprising steps she took to live outside her comfort zone – a journey she documented in her new book, "Me, But Better: The Science and Promise of Personality Change." Spencer also talks with University of Kentucky professor Shannon Sauer-Zavala about how it's possible to change seemingly intractable personality traits.
Book excerpt: "Me, But Better: The Science and Promise of Personality Change"
Atlantic staff writer Olga Khazan, a lifelong introvert, set out to change aspects of her personality she didn't like by forcing herself outside of her comfort zone. How about trying improv comedy?
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Florida sheriff defends violent arrest
Video of a violent February arrest in Jacksonville, Florida, went viral over the weekend, prompting the sheriff's office to defend the officers' actions. Nicole Valdes reports.
New developments in Epstein saga
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, who represented President Trump in his "hush money" case, announced he plans to meet with Jeffrey Epstein's former girlfriend and co-conspirator, Ghislaine Maxwell, as the push to release files related to Epstein's trafficking case continues. Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
Former federal prosecutor on Epstein, DOJ
The Department of Justice said it is reaching out to Jeffrey Epstein's close associate Ghislaine Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year prison sentence for her role in helping Epstein recruit and traffic underage girls. During her trial, she denied any wrongdoing. Former federal prosecutor Mitchell Epner joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Trump shifts focus from Epstein case
Top Justice Department officials are set to meet with Ghislaine Maxwell as House Speaker Mike Johnson shuts down the chamber early to avoid a vote on releasing Jeffrey Epstein files. Despite the DOJ digging deeper, the president is still trying to shift focus. He is calling on former President Obama to face criminal prosecution and is unveiling a string of new trade agreements. CBS News' Erica Brown, Nancy Cordes and Nikole Killion have the latest.
Woman arrested for posing as different nurses
Pennsylvania State Police arrested a woman accused of pretending to be a nurse at several facilities. CBS News Pittsburgh's Jessica Guay reports.
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Americans on space race support
Sunday marks the 56th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission -- the first to land humans on the moon. Now, NASA is in a multiyear effort to return astronauts to the moon starting in 2026, with an eye toward a crewed mission to Mars in the 2030s.
Piece of Mars sells at auction
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Astronomers capture birth of a new solar system around sun-like baby star
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What to know about the Perseids and when to view the 2025 meteor shower
The Perseids meteor shower begins this week and is expected to offer one of the best astronomy shows of 2025.
Massive black hole merger forms one 225 times the mass of the sun
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Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
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Florida sheriff defends violent arrest
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