Supreme Court upholds law that would ban TikTok in the U.S.
The Supreme Court on Friday upheld a new law that would lead to a ban of the social media platform TikTok.
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The hugely popular medications Ozempic and Wegovy, used for diabetes and weight loss, will be included in the next round of talks to negotiate lower Medicare drug prices.
"TikTok refugees" are flocking to RedNote. Could it face the same fate?
With the U.S. ban on TikTok looming, many Americans are opting for another Chinese app known as RedNote. It could be short-lived.
As climate risks mount, U.S. homeowners face soaring insurance bills
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Cash App owner failed to protect customers from fraud, feds say
Cash App-owner Block must offer up to $120 million in refunds to consumers who federal regulators say were exposed to potential fraud.
Bessent calls for stronger Russia sanctions at treasury confirmation hearing
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Trump's inauguration will feature some of the biggest names in tech
Some of the nation's most prominent technology industry CEOs are planning to attend President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration.
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How to earn $500 with a CD in 2025
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Walt Disney and FuboTV to combine their online live TV businesses
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ChatGPT recovers after being hit by outages, OpenAI says
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AI voice scams are on the rise. Here's how to protect yourself.
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YouTube TV again hiking its price — here's what a subscription will cost
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Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor
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Microsoft 365 is experiencing an outage. Here's what to know.
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Bezos denies Musk claim that the Amazon founder predicted Trump loss
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Trump moves inauguration indoors due to freezing temperatures
President-elect Donald Trump said his inauguration will take place in the Capitol Rotunda due to dangerously freezing temperatures.
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Progress made in L.A.-area wildfire containment efforts as winds weaken
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Supreme Court upholds law that would ban TikTok in the U.S.
The Supreme Court on Friday upheld a new law that would lead to a ban of the social media platform TikTok.
Israel security cabinet recommends approving hostage, ceasefire deal
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Jon Husted, Ohio's lieutenant governor, to fill Vance's Senate seat
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Noem questioned on disaster relief, border, terrorism at confirmation hearing
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Biden sets presidential pardons, commutations record with almost 2,500 more
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Polar vortex set to freeze the U.S. as far as the Deep South
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Social Security bill to expand benefits is in the hands of the Senate
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Trump's inauguration will feature some of the biggest names in tech
Some of the nation's most prominent technology industry CEOs are planning to attend President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration.
Eaton Fire devastates historic Black community
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Book excerpt: Washington hostess Perla Mesta, "The Woman Who Knew Everyone"
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Trump's inauguration will feature some of the biggest names in tech
Some of the nation's most prominent technology industry CEOs are planning to attend President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration.
The Supreme Court upheld the law that would ban TikTok. Here's why.
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Supreme Court upholds law that would ban TikTok in the U.S.
The Supreme Court on Friday upheld a new law that would lead to a ban of the social media platform TikTok.
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Trump's inauguration will feature some of the biggest names in tech
Some of the nation's most prominent technology industry CEOs are planning to attend President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration.
The Supreme Court upheld the law that would ban TikTok. Here's why.
The Supreme Court unanimously found the new law that could lead to a ban of TikTok does not violate the First Amendment rights of the platform or its users.
Official portraits of President-elect Trump, Vice President-elect Vance released
Trump and Vance are each wearing blue suits and blue ties, standing in front of an American flag.
Trump moves inauguration indoors due to freezing temperatures
President-elect Donald Trump said his inauguration will take place in the Capitol Rotunda due to dangerously freezing temperatures.
Jon Husted, Ohio's lieutenant governor, to fill Vance's Senate seat
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine named Lt. Gov. Jon Husted to fill the Senate seat that Vice President-elect JD Vance is vacating.
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New report on women cancer rates
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Ozempic, Wegovy on list for Medicare drug price negotiations
The hugely popular medications Ozempic and Wegovy, used for diabetes and weight loss, will be included in the next round of talks to negotiate lower Medicare drug prices.
The long-term mental health toll of wildfires and the danger if left untreated
Wildfires can take a long-term toll on mental health, and, if left untreated, people can suffer for even longer. Experts explain what to know.
How food brands, drugmakers are responding to FDA's ban of food dye Red 3
Food manufacturers will have until 2027 to stop using the dye. Drugmakers have until 2028.
Nearly 330,000 smoke alarms sold by HSN recalled due to malfunction
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Pompeii excavation reveals private bathhouse built 2,000 years ago
The discovery in Pompeii includes sumptuous mosaics and is equipped with a series of hot, warm and cold rooms and a huge plunge pool in the manner of a spa.
Dame Joan Plowright, Tony Award-winning British actor, dies at 95
Part of an astonishing generation of British actors, including Judi Dench, Vanessa Redgrave, Eileen Atkins and Maggie Smith, Joan Plowright won a Tony Award, two Golden Globes and nominations for an Oscar and an Emmy.
Israel security council recommends approving Hamas hostage, ceasefire deal
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Russia sentences Alexey Navalny's lawyers to years in prison
Russia sentenced three lawyers who had defended Alexei Navalny to several years in prison for sharing his messages from prison with the outside world.
Australian woman charged with poisoning toddler, then requesting donations
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Breaking down Baldoni, Lively lawsuits
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Justin Baldoni sues co-star Blake Lively
Actor and director Justin Baldoni from "It Ends With Us" is countersuing his co-star Blake Lively over her claims he tried to orchestrate a smear campaign against her. In the 179-page lawsuit, Baldoni alleges that Lively and her husband, actor Ryan Reynolds, conspired to hijack creative control of the film and "make Baldoni the real-life villain."
Biden won't enforce TikTok ban
TikTok users in the U.S. should not expect the popular social media app to go dark amid the looming ban set to take effect. According to a White House official, President Biden will not enforce the ban on Sunday, leaving the Chinese-owned app's fate in the hands of the Supreme Court and President-elect Donald Trump.
Dame Joan Plowright, Tony Award-winning British actor, dies at 95
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Billie Eilish, Green Day and more to headline FireAid benefit concert
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Some of the nation's most prominent technology industry CEOs are planning to attend President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration.
Cash App owner failed to protect customers from fraud, feds say
Cash App-owner Block must offer up to $120 million in refunds to consumers who federal regulators say were exposed to potential fraud.
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How a TikTok ban would affect Gen Z users
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"TikTok refugees" are flocking to RedNote. Could it face the same fate?
With the U.S. ban on TikTok looming, many Americans are opting for another Chinese app known as RedNote. It could be short-lived.
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Scientists make "jaw-dropping" discovery about Iron Age women in U.K.
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SpaceX pushes Starship test flight back one day due to weather
If the weather cooperates, the Starship launch will follow the maiden flight of Jeff Bezos' already weather-delayed New Glenn rocket.
What to know about the pink fire retardant being dropped on L.A. wildfires
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Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
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Man sought after "So I raped you" message denied bail after extradition
The appearance by Ian Cleary, 31, of Saratoga, California, came a day after he arrived back in the U.S. from France where he was detained in April.
Calls for clemency in Melissa Calusinski case
Melissa Calusinski, an Illinois daycare worker convicted of killing a 16-month-old in 2009 when she was 22 years old, insists she is innocent. She's turning to Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker, who has the power to grant clemency and release her, to review her case. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports.
Will a day care worker who says she was wrongfully convicted be freed?
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Biden sets presidential pardons, commutations record with alost 2,500 more
President Biden says he's commuting the sentences of almost 2,500 people convicted of nonviolent drug offenses. That gives him the presidential record for most individual pardons and commutations issued.
Australian woman charged with poisoning toddler, then requesting donations
The 1-year-old girl was subjected to "immense distress and pain" for over two months, according to police in Queensland, Australia.
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SpaceX's Starship spacecraft destroyed in mega rocket launch
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Details on Blue Origin launch of Glenn rocket
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Blue Origin launched its New Glenn rocket early Thursday, sending a test satellite into orbit. The mission wasn't a complete success though, as the booster crashed while trying to land on a platform in the Atlantic Ocean.
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The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
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V Spehar on court upholding TikTok ban
V Spehar, a social media creator and host of Under the Desk News, joins CBS News with their reactions on the Supreme Court upholding the TikTok ban signed by President Biden.
What's next for the Israel-Hamas deal?
The Middle East is anxiously awaiting the next steps in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage release deal. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio breaks down what to expect.
Gorsuch on TikTok ban court decision
Justice Neil Gorsuch detailed his reasoning in his Supreme Court opinion for voting to uphold the TikTok ban in the U.S. This comes days before President-elect Donald Trump takes the White House for his second term. CBS News' Catherine Cole reports.
"Unrivaled" tips off with WNBA stars
The highly anticipated "Unrivaled" league kicks off tonight, featuring 36 WNBA players across six teams. Founded by Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart, the league offers players an opportunity to supplement their income during the offseason and build their brands, instead of going overseas.