Weekly COVID-19 hospitalizations have risen by more than 10% across the country, according to new data published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, marking the largest percent increase in this key indicator of the virus since December. At least 7,109 admissions of patients diagnosed with COVID-19 were reported […]
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Why domestic EV battery production is surging ahead
It’s not just EV sales that are picking up speed thanks to the government’s electrification efforts. Soon, more electric car components could be built in the U.S., potentially reducing the industry’s reliance on dangerous and expensive mining abroad. Battery recycling is getting a big boost from the Inflation Reduction Act […]
Is it genetic? What experts say about risk of diabetes, Alzheimer’s and more
“Do you have a family history of that?” It’s a question that often comes up in health settings, but how much do genetics really impact your physical and mental health? “Almost every condition you can think of has some sort of genetic basis, but the genetic basis is variable,” explains […]
Russian fighter jet damages U.S. drone flying over Syria, U.S. military says
U.S. accuses Russia of harassing its drones U.S. accuses Russia of harassing its military drones in Syria 00:27 A Russian fighter jet harassed and flew “dangerously close” to a U.S. drone over Syria, the U.S. military said, deploying a flare that “severely” damaged the drone and forced it to return […]
Judge in Parkland school shooting trial reprimanded for showing bias
Florida Supreme Court reprimands judge Elizabeth Scherer for conduct during Parkland school shooting Florida Supreme Court reprimands judge Elizabeth Scherer for conduct during Parkland school shooting 00:27 The Florida Supreme Court publicly reprimanded the judge who oversaw the penalty trial of Parkland school shooter Nikolas Cruz on Monday for showing […]
Why Twitter’s rebrand to X could create legal problems
Elon Musk begins rebranding Twitter to ‘X’ Elon Musk begins rebranding Twitter to ‘X’ 02:25 Twitter owner Elon Musk’s campaign to rebrand the bird-themed social media platform to X is well underway — but trademarking the new brand and protecting it from legal challenges may be a bumpier process. The […]
Here’s how much you could make by depositing $1,000 into a high-yield savings account
You could make hundreds of dollars more by transferring your money from a regular account into a high-yield one. Getty Images Interest rates are headed back upward after a brief pause in June. At least that’s what most experts predict will happen when the Federal Reserve meets again later this […]
Airlines pursue new hires amid surging travel demand
Airlines pursue new hires amid surging travel demand – CBS News Watch CBS News It has been a record-setting summer for travel at the nation’s airports and it has not been smooth sailing. In a special joint investigation, CBS News’ senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave teamed up with CBS […]
Carlee Russell, Alabama woman who claimed she was kidnapped, admits it was a lie
Carlee Russell, Alabama woman who claimed she was kidnapped, admits it was a lie – CBS News Watch CBS News Carlee Russell, the Alabama woman who claimed she was kidnapped after spotting a toddler walking alone by a highway, now says it never happened. Jericka Duncan has the story. View […]
North Korea launches 2 missiles after second U.S. sub arrives in South Korea
North Korea launches 2 missiles after second U.S. sub arrives in South Korea – CBS News Watch CBS News North Korea remains silent about the fate of U.S. Army Private Travis King, who crossed into North Korean territory a week ago. Tensions are escalating after North Korea launched twin missiles, […]