Employers added 73,000 jobs in July, falling short of forecasts
Hiring across the U.S. was weaker than expected in July, a sign the labor market is shifting into lower gear.
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Stocks slide as investors digest hiring slowdown and new U.S. tariffs
Stocks are slumping after labor data showed that hiring across the U.S. was weaker than expected in July and investors assessed the impact of tariffs.
Trump unveils new tariffs on dozens of countries ahead of tonight's midnight deadline
The Trump administration is poised to hit dozens of nations around the world with higher tariffs.
Student loan interest for millions resumes on Aug. 1. Here's what to know.
Millions of borrowers in forbearance through the SAVE plan will see interest start accruing on Friday. Here's what to know.
Trump says he's extended the tariff deadline for Mexico by 90 days
President Trump said he is giving more time to Mexico to strike a trade deal ahead of his Aug. 1 tariff deadline.
How new U.S. tariffs on the EU and U.K. could affect the cost of booze
Steep American tariffs on the European Union and United Kingdom could mean higher prices for imported wines and spirits, merchants say.
New data shows U.S. inflation rose last month amid tariff hikes
The Personal Consumption Expenditures, the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge, ticked higher in June.
Trump's tariffs poised for major test before federal appeals court
The Trump administration asked the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit to review a trade court's decision invalidating President Trump's 10% tariffs.
Freeze dried fruit sold at Sam's Club recalled due to listeria
Member's Mark freeze dried fruit variety packs were distributed and sold in Sam's Club retail stores across the majority of the country.
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5 annuity rules to know before buying one this August
Make sure you understand the guidelines on fees, timing and product selection before committing to an annuity now.
$20,000 high-yield savings account vs. $20,000 money market account: Which earns more now?
Both accounts come with high interest rates right now. But which will earn more interest with a $20,000 deposit?
3 credit card debt questions to ask with interest rate relief delayed
With interest rate relief delayed, credit card users with debt may want to think about the answers to these questions.
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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.
Retirement
Americans are holding off on retirement over money concerns, study finds
About 23% of people over 50 want to delay their retirements over financial readiness and economic worries, a survey found.
Half of all private-sector workers lack access to a retirement plan
Tens of millions of Americans are unable to save for retirement through their jobs. "That's not a gap — it's a crisis," one expert says.
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.
Work
Recent college graduates face a new obstacle in finding a job: AI
Unemployment is rising among recent college grads as employers turn to artificial intelligence to handle entry-level work.
Layoffs across the U.S. reach highest level since 2020. Here's why.
Companies have reported more than 744,000 job cuts this year — the highest figure since the first six months of 2020, according to an outplacement firm.
New college grad? Here's what experts say you should know about AI.
We asked three experts what fresh college graduates can do to prepare as artificial intelligence changes how Americans work. Here's what they said.
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Paula Deen abruptly closes famous Georgia restaurant
Former Food Network star Paula Deen did not say why she suddenly closed the Georgia restaurant she and her sons opened in 1996.
Americans are still waiting on Trump's pledge of IVF treatment for all
On the campaign trail, Donald Trump said the U.S. would be "paying for" IVF.
Stocks slide as investors digest hiring slowdown and new U.S. tariffs
Stocks are slumping after labor data showed that hiring across the U.S. was weaker than expected in July and investors assessed the impact of tariffs.
Kindergarten vaccination rates fall as exemptions rise
Vaccination coverage among kindergartners decreased for all reported vaccines during the 2024 to 2025 school year, data posted to the CDC website showed.
Wife of Marine veteran released from ICE detention after 2 months
"I feel like a mom again," Paola Clouatre tells CBS News after she was released from ICE custody this week. Her husband, a Marine Corps veteran, has been fighting since May to bring her home.
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Freeze dried fruit sold at Sam's Club recalled due to listeria
Member's Mark freeze dried fruit variety packs were distributed and sold in Sam's Club retail stores across the majority of the country.
Paula Deen abruptly closes famous Georgia restaurant
Former Food Network star Paula Deen did not say why she suddenly closed the Georgia restaurant she and her sons opened in 1996.
Stocks slide as investors digest hiring slowdown and new U.S. tariffs
Stocks are slumping after labor data showed that hiring across the U.S. was weaker than expected in July and investors assessed the impact of tariffs.
Employers added 73,000 jobs in July, falling short of forecasts
Hiring across the U.S. was weaker than expected in July, a sign the labor market is shifting into lower gear.
Trump unveils higher tariffs on dozens of countries
The Trump administration is poised to hit dozens of nations around the world with higher tariffs starting next week.
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Americans are still waiting on Trump's pledge of IVF treatment for all
On the campaign trail, Donald Trump said the U.S. would be "paying for" IVF.
Justice Department fired official whose husband operated controversial ICEBlock app
A longtime Justice Department employee was fired in July because her husband operated ICEBlock, an app that tracks the locations of immigration agents.
Judge delays termination of legal status for immigrants from 3 countries
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from ending Temporary Protected Status for tens of thousands of immigrants from Honduras, Nepal and Nicaragua.
Trump unveils higher tariffs on dozens of countries
The Trump administration is poised to hit dozens of nations around the world with higher tariffs starting next week.
Ex-Biden cyber director says West Point appointment was rescinded
The Army secretary rescinded an appointment for Biden CISA director Jen Easterly at West Point, her alma mater.
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Freeze dried fruit sold at Sam's Club recalled due to listeria
Member's Mark freeze dried fruit variety packs were distributed and sold in Sam's Club retail stores across the majority of the country.
Americans are still waiting on Trump's pledge of IVF treatment for all
On the campaign trail, Donald Trump said the U.S. would be "paying for" IVF.
Kindergarten vaccination rates fall as exemptions rise
Vaccination coverage among kindergartners decreased for all reported vaccines during the 2024 to 2025 school year, data posted to the CDC website showed.
Trump program for health data sharing
The Trump administration has announced a new program that will let Americans share their health data across private apps and systems. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder has more.
Justin Timberlake reveals "relentlessly debilitating" Lyme disease diagnosis
Justin Timberlake, who wrapped up a two-year tour Wednesday, shared he has Lyme disease, a tick-borne illness, on Instagram.
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Pre-Incan tomb with 1,000-year-old remains unearthed in Peru
Utility workers excavating trenches to expand an underground gas network in the capital of Peru unearthed two pre-Incan tombs.
U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Mike Huckabee visit Gaza aid site
President Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee visited southern Gaza on Friday amid international outrage over starvation, aid shortages and deadly chaos near aid distribution sites.
African countries brace for impact as Trump announces further tariffs
South Africa, which has a strained relationship with President Trump, is the only African country singled out in the announcement with a 30% tariff increase on August 7.
South Korea's jailed ex-leader resists questioning by taking off his clothes
South Korea's jailed ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol again refused to attend questioning by investigators Friday, using a new method to resist: He took off his prison uniform and lay down on the floor at his detention room.
Toll rises in Gaza as Trump envoy plans for visit
President Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff arrived in Israel and is expected to visit Gaza, where the death toll among Palestinians waiting for aid continues to climb.
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Paula Deen abruptly closes famous Georgia restaurant
Former Food Network star Paula Deen did not say why she suddenly closed the Georgia restaurant she and her sons opened in 1996.
Justin Timberlake says he has Lyme disease
Superstar Justin Timberlake, who recently finished his world tour, revealed in an online post that he had been diagnosed with Lyme disease. Before announcing his diagnosis, fans online expressed disappointment over Timberlake's performance at recent concerts.
Justin Timberlake reveals "relentlessly debilitating" Lyme disease diagnosis
Justin Timberlake, who wrapped up a two-year tour Wednesday, shared he has Lyme disease, a tick-borne illness, on Instagram.
Hulk Hogan's cause of death was a heart attack, medical examiner says
Hulk Hogan, 71, was pronounced dead at a hospital less than 90 minutes after medics arrived at his home in Clearwater, Florida.
Jenny Slate on first Emmy nomination
Comedian and author Jenny Slate joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her Emmy-nominated performance in "Dying for Sex," where she plays Nikki, the best friend and caretaker to a woman exploring desire after a terminal diagnosis.
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How an app is using AI to help parents track their children's online habits
The CEO of Aura said he used medical experts to help him create the app. The professionals train AI models to analyze a child's language patterns, online tone, emotional state and late-night activity.
How AI can can detect kid's mood when online
A new online tool by digital security company Aura is trying to tackle the mental health crisis. The feature called Balance is marketed as the first to use artificial intelligence technology to monitor a child's online habits and wellbeing.
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.
Mark Zuckerberg touts "personal superintelligence" — and glasses
Future generations of AI will help people realize their personal goals, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg said in a blog post.
New bill aims to protect American call center jobs and consumers from AI
A new proposed bill would protect both workers and American consumers from bad experiences with AI.
Science
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Researchers say they've discovered the potato's origins
The origin of potatoes has puzzled scientists for years, but researchers now say they've found an unlikely ancestor: tomatoes.
Special cards await astronaut at ISS
SpaceX Falcon 9 is scheduled for liftoff Thursday, carrying a crew to the International Space Station. NASA astronaut Zena Cardman is the commander of the mission. She was supposed to launch last year, but issues with Boeing's Starliner changed those plans. Now set to blast off into space, Cardman has special notes from her father, sent before he died last August, waiting for her at the ISS.
Here's what experts say about tsunami warnings in Hawaii, Japan and Russia
"It's not one that's going to cause mass devastation. But it will cause coastal flooding and it will cause damage and it does put lives at risk if people don't move to high ground," an oceanography professor says.
Exploring embryo DNA modification and ethics
Eight babies in the UK were born using DNA from three people through an IVF technique that isn't legal in the U.S. NYU professor Arthur Caplan joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to explain the science and ethical concerns.
Researchers concerned over rise in teens using AI for friendship
In a new survey, 31% of teens said their conversations with AI companions were "as satisfying or more satisfying" than talking with real friends.
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Trump clarifies comments on Epstein
President Trump made further comments about Jeffrey Epstein and Virginia Giuffre's time at Mar-a-Lago. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more.
Netflix docuseries revisits Amy Bradley's disappearance
Directors Ari Mark and Phil Lott join "CBS Mornings" to discuss "Amy Bradley is Missing," the new docuseries exploring the unsolved case of 23-year-old Amy Bradley, who vanished from a Caribbean cruise ship.
Giuffre's family on Trump's Epstein claims
Virginia Giuffre's family is commenting on President Trump's remarks about his falling out with Jeffrey Epstein, which included mention of Giuffre's work at Mar-a-Lago. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
New details in Devil's Den double homicide
Investigators allege Andrew McGann, the suspect in the Devil's Den double homicide, stabbed Clinton Brink first as his wife rushed their daughters to safety. When she returned to help him, detectives say she was also stabbed to death.
Prosecutors seeking long prison term for Sean "Diddy" Combs and opposing bail
Prosecutors say they now expect music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs could face a prison sentence "substantially higher" than the four-to-five years they once thought he was likely to face.
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NASA and SpaceX launch crew to space station on second try
The three-man one-woman crew plans to spend at least six months and possibly longer aboard the International Space Station.
SpaceX launch to ISS scrubbed
A SpaceX rocket set to launch a NASA crew to the International Space Station has been delayed for bad weather. CBS News' Mark Strassmann and Bill Harwood have more.
Former astronaut twins Mark and Scott Kelly on NASA cuts, SpaceX flight
Mark and Scott Kelly, twin brothers and former NASA astronauts, spoke to "CBS Mornings" about how the agency is set to lose 20% of its workforce, the SpaceX flight and more.
SpaceX rocket to launch crew to ISS
NASA astronaut Zena Cardman, who was bumped from an earlier flight to the International Space Station, could launch into space today on a SpaceX rocket. CBS News' Bill Harwood has more.
Artemis II on track for 2026 moon trip
The crew of NASA's Artemis II mission spoke to reporters in Florida on Wednesday. The astronauts are about to take their first steps inside the spacecraft that is set to carry them around the moon and back on a 10-day journey in 2026. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has the details.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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"Son of Sam": A serial killer's reign of terror
Calling himself the "Son of Sam" in a letter left at one of the crime scenes, David Berkowitz claimed voices were ordering him to kill -- starting in the summer of 1976, he went on a 13-month spree of impulse killings in New York City that left six dead and seven injured
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.
Evidence in the Suzanne Morphew case
Bizarre clues and evidence in the investigation into the Colorado mother's disappearance include a spy pen, plastic needle cap, and a chipmunk alibi.
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.
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Scientist measures "megaflash" lightning strike
Michael Peterson, a scientist at Georgia Tech Research Institute, managed to measure a lightning "megaflash" that stretched 515 miles, setting a world record.
Trump clarifies comments on Epstein
President Trump made further comments about Jeffrey Epstein and Virginia Giuffre's time at Mar-a-Lago. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more.
Diamond Dallas Page on Hulk Hogan
Retired wrestler Diamond Dallas Page joins "CBS News 24/7" as he looks back at Hulk Hogan's legacy in the world of wrestling.
Judge delays TPS termination for some
A federal judge is temporarily blocking the Trump administration from ending Temporary Protected Status for immigrants from Honduras, Nepal and Nicaragua. Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Images show desperation for food in Gaza
Images show Palestinians fighting for food in Gaza as Israel attempts to contradict claims of starvation in the enclave. CBS News' Debora Patta and Courtney Kealy have more.