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Live - Iran dismisses Trump's "economic D-Day" threat as more "failed policies" Iran has shrugged off President Trump's threat to hit the Islamic Republic with an "economic D-Day" as a "doubling down on failed policies." updated 9M ago
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National debt tops $40 trillion after doubling in under 10 years -- Federal debt has mounted amid tax cuts and trillions in pandemic spending, adding to the nation's interest payments.21 hours ago
Women lag in high-paying AI jobs boom, LinkedIn study finds -- AI jobs can command a premium, but women are disproportionately underrepresented in such roles, according to hiring data.21 hours ago
Bond market sell-off threatens to drive up loan costs -- The yield on the 30-year Treasury this week hit its highest level since 2007, a rise that could put upward pressure on borrowing costs.1 day ago
Moderna stock surges as melanoma vaccine trial shows "landmark moment" -- Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.1 day ago
State Farm is sending refund checks to customers. Here's who qualifies. -- More than 7.2 million checks have been mailed so far, with millions more expected to go out this week, according to State Farm. -- Aug 1822 hours ago
Clear Eyes eye drops recalled nationwide over contamination risk, FDA says -- The recall affects 15mL bottles of Clear Eyes' Maximum Itchy Eye Relief.7 minutes ago
FTC says "personalized pricing" based on consumer data could violate law -- The FTC warned businesses against changing prices based on their analysis of a customer's personal data, which could violate consumer law.24 minutes ago
Has your license plate been tracked by Flock? Here's how to check. -- The website HaveIBeenFlocked has compiled a database of 4.6 million license plate records that have appeared in roughly 242 million Flock searches. -- Aug 171 day ago
Walmart says it is using $2.9 billion in tariff refunds to lower prices -- The company told CBS News it will direct the refunds toward groceries and general merchandise.3 hours ago
Money market vs. high-yield savings account: Which will be better if the Fed raises interest rates?2 hours ago
How much interest can a $10,000 9-month CD earn right now?1 day ago
Should you pay collections debt that's past the statute of limitations?4 hours ago
Can a debt collector demand payment in full? What borrowers should know3 hours ago
Are you eligible for student loan forgiveness if you have private and federal loans?1 day ago
Which student loan borrowers qualify for public service loan forgiveness in 2026?1 day ago
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.1 year ago
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.1 year ago
Social Security faces looming benefit cuts. Can the program be saved? -- Social Security checks could see a 22% cut in 2032 unless Congress takes steps to shore up the program. Here are 5 ideas for fixing it.2 months ago
Here's the retirement challenge nobody talks about -- Many Americans spend decades saving for retirement, but lack a plan for using that money once they stop working, a new survey finds. Here's what to know.2 months ago
Social Security checks could be cut by $500 a month in 2032, report finds -- Beneficiaries would continue receiving payments if Social Security's trust fund is depleted, but checks could shrink by about 24%, according to a new report.2 months ago
How much time does AI save at work? New Census Bureau data breaks it down. -- New Census data shows how much faster workers can complete tasks when they enlist artificial intelligence for help.8 days ago
Is your career "rusting out"? Here's what that means, and how to spot it. -- Many employees feel their employers don't value them and that they're not contributing as much as they could, a workplace poll finds.8 days ago
Federal workers sour on government work, decrying eroding job security -- Nearly two-thirds of current and retired U.S. government workers said they wouldn't re-enter public service, according to a recent survey.17 days ago
Fishermen missing for 5 days found alive floating on cooler in Pacific -- A video shared by Mexican officials shows the fishermen inside a blue cooler as the container bobs on ocean waves.1 hour ago
American student says she was raped in Vietnam, pressured to drop case -- An American student says she was raped during a group holiday in Vietnam, then pressured to drop the case against a wealthy suspect.4 hours ago
Famed century-old ship "Sava's Titanic" emerges amid drought in Europe -- The boat was carrying wounded fighters when it hit a German mine in late April 1945, experts say.6 hours ago
North Korea launches missiles as Trump seeks to rekindle nuclear talks -- Hours after Trump said he expects to hold new talks with Kim Jong Un, South Korea and Japan said several short-range missiles were launched by the North.6 hours ago