Untangling the Facebook data scandal
The app developer at the heart of the Facebook privacy scandal says the social media giant didn't enforce their own rules. Lesley Stahl reports.
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Untangling the Facebook data scandal
Mark Zuckerberg has been the one testifying before Congress, but the scientist at the heart of the biggest privacy scandal on Earth has largely stayed out of the spotlight, until now. Lesley Stahl reports.
Alex Kogan fires back at Facebook
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The trouble with Kogan
Kogan tells 60 Minutes' Lesley Stahl in an extra 60 Minutes clip: "I’m not here to answer to Facebook. I'm here to answer to the public"
Facebook users can get settlement money
If you used Facebook in the last 16 years, you might be owed some money. Wall Street Journal reporter Cordilia James joins CBS News to talk about the settlement.
Facebook accused of manipulating user data
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook's parent company Meta, will join other tech executives in being deposed over the Cambridge Analytica scandal. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson joined Christina Ruffini and Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Mark Zuckerberg sued over Cambridge Analytica
Washington D.C. attorney general Karl Racine is suing Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg over his alleged involvement in the Cambridge Analytica scandal. The lawsuit accuses Zuckerberg of directly participating in decision-making that allowed the Trump-allied political consulting firm to steal personal data of millions of Facebook users. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson joins Tanya Rivero and Tony Dokoupil with details.
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Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg apologized Wednesday for not protecting users' data on the social networking site. Data firm Cambridge Analytica, which consulted on President Trump's 2016 campaign, accessed data harvested from 50 million users. Jennifer Grygiel, an assistant professor of communications at Syracuse University, joins CBSN to discuss what's next for the tech giant.
Bannon: "Let's talk about Cambridge Analytica"
Former Breitbart boss and Trump administration chief strategist Steve Bannon addressed the Financial Times' "Future of News" conference in New York, telling FT editor Lionel Barber that journalists had failed to adequately question Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg about the recent data scandal. "They sell [your data] and monetize it ... then they write algorithms and control your life," said Bannon.
Mark Zuckerberg says he's "really sorry"
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg is apologizing after reports that the social media giant mishandled the data of more than 50 million users. The data was collected by an app and later sold to Cambridge Analytica, a consultant to Donald Trump's presidential campaign. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
Zuckerberg addresses Cambridge Analytica scandal
In his first public comments, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg said there was a "breach of trust" in wake of revelations that the company mishandled personal data of 50 million users.
Facebook CEO open to testify
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg said in an interview on CNN that he's willing to testify before Congress amid reports that his company mishandled data of 50 million users.
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Deleting Facebook after Cambridge Analytica
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg finally addressed his company's privacy scandal, admitting the social media site breached the trust of users. But for people who want to delete their accounts, it's not as simple as you might think. CBS News correspondent Vladimir Duthiers explains.
Mark Zuckerberg admits "breach of trust"
"We have a responsibility to protect your data, and if we can't then we don't deserve to serve you," Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg said in a statement Wednesday following reports that the company mishandled the personal data of millions of users. Dan Patterson, a senior writer for TechRepublic, discusses the statement and what it's missing.
Facebook CEO breaks silence on data scandal
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of social media giant Facebook, released a statement Wednesday afternoon, breaking his silence about startling reports that the company mishandled the personal data of millions of users. He said in a post on Facebook there was a "breach of trust between Facebook and the people who share their data with us."
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Facebook under fire
Facebook is facing a federal investigation amid reports that it may have mishandled data for more than 50 million users. The information was later used by Cambridge Analytica, a consulting firm used by the Trump campaign. CBS News correspondent John Blackstone reports.
Cambridge Analytica whistleblower
Former Cambridge Analytica insider Christopher Wylie says the company took advantage of Facebook user information of as many as 50 million Americans. He also says the company had close ties to Russia. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata caught up with Wylie in London.
Whistleblower on Facebook data scandal
Former Cambridge Analytica insider Christopher Wylie is speaking out about the use of millions of people's Facebook data during the 2016 campaign. TechRepublic senior writer Dan Patterson joins CBSN to explain consent and privacy concerns on social media.
Facebook-Cambridge Analytica scandal
The British government is investigating Facebook and the political consulting firm Cambridge Analytica after the firm gained access to data from more than 50 million Facebook users. Wired editor-in-chief and CBS News contributor Nicholas Thompson joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the data privacy controversy.
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6 more U.S. deaths, vague threat from Trump as Iran war nears 2-week mark
The U.S. military says six service members were killed in a plane crash in Iraq, as Iran's continued attacks on Gulf states keep oil prices high.
Temple Israel rabbi and staff say security training help saved lives in attack
Temple Israel Rabbi Josh Bennett and staff member Cassi Cohen say their security training prepared them to respond quickly when a man rammed a vehicle into their synagogue.
All 6 crew members killed in crash of U.S. KC-135 refueling aircraft in Iraq
The U.S. military has confirmed that all six crew members were killed when an American KC-135 refueling plane taking part in the Iran war crashed in western Iraq.
Suspect in synagogue attack lost family in recent airstrike in Lebanon, source says
The attacker rammed a vehicle into Temple Israel in West Bloomfield and was confronted and killed by security, Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard said.
Old Dominion shooting suspect was previously imprisoned for trying to support ISIS
The suspect, who was killed following the shooting, had previously been imprisoned for several years for trying to support ISIS, the FBI said.
Hegseth says "no clear evidence" Iran is placing new mines in Strait of Hormuz
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine briefed on Operation Epic Fury in Iran Friday.
Cuba's leader Miguel Diaz-Canel confirms talks with U.S. underway
Cuban leader Miguel Diaz-Canel confirmed Friday that Cuban officials recently held conversations with the U.S. government.
Trump administration allows purchase of Russian oil already at sea
The U.S. is temporarily allowing the purchase of Russian oil that's already at sea, in the Trump administration's latest move to loosen sanctions on Russia's oil industry as the world grapples with high oil prices.
These 2 bills would erase income taxes for millions of Americans
Two Democratic lawmakers are proposing tax reforms that would eliminate federal income taxes for millions of Americans.
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Temple Israel rabbi and staff say security training help saved lives in attack
Temple Israel Rabbi Josh Bennett and staff member Cassi Cohen say their security training prepared them to respond quickly when a man rammed a vehicle into their synagogue.
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These 2 bills would erase income taxes for millions of Americans
Two Democratic lawmakers are proposing tax reforms that would eliminate federal income taxes for millions of Americans.
One of FBI's most wanted fugitives is captured in quickest arrest ever
Samuel Ramirez Jr., 33, was wanted for his alleged involvement in the murders of two women on May 21, 2023.
Toyota recalls 550,000 Highlander SUVs because seats may fail to lock
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These 2 bills would erase income taxes for millions of Americans
Two Democratic lawmakers are proposing tax reforms that would eliminate federal income taxes for millions of Americans.
Toyota recalls 550,000 Highlander SUVs because seats may fail to lock
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Economic growth late last year was much weaker than previously thought
GDP grew at a sluggish 0.7% pace in the final months of 2025 as the government shutdown hurt economic activity.
U.S. launches new investigations into 60 countries as it fights to restore tariffs
The Trump administration has launched investigations into dozens of countries accused of failing to crack down on forced labor, flexing a law that lets the federal government impose tariffs.
Trump administration allows purchase of Russian oil already at sea
The U.S. is temporarily allowing the purchase of Russian oil that's already at sea, in the Trump administration's latest move to loosen sanctions on Russia's oil industry as the world grapples with high oil prices.
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These 2 bills would erase income taxes for millions of Americans
Two Democratic lawmakers are proposing tax reforms that would eliminate federal income taxes for millions of Americans.
Democratic senators file war powers resolution to try to restrain Trump on Cuba
Senate Democrats have filed legislation hat would keep the U.S. from attacking Cuba without congressional approval as they seek to force a vote on President Trump's stated goal of a "takeover" of the Caribbean country.
Hegseth says "no clear evidence" Iran is placing new mines in Strait of Hormuz
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine briefed on Operation Epic Fury in Iran Friday.
U.S. launches new investigations into 60 countries as it fights to restore tariffs
The Trump administration has launched investigations into dozens of countries accused of failing to crack down on forced labor, flexing a law that lets the federal government impose tariffs.
Trump administration allows purchase of Russian oil already at sea
The U.S. is temporarily allowing the purchase of Russian oil that's already at sea, in the Trump administration's latest move to loosen sanctions on Russia's oil industry as the world grapples with high oil prices.
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Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
Disease once linked to mining hits workers in countertops industry
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"I was fighting to survive": Patients still struggle with preauthorization hurdles
Last summer, the Trump administration announced a voluntary pledge by health insurers to reform prior authorization, but patient advocates and medical providers remain skeptical.
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There's one building in LA with 89 registered hospices: "Ground zero" for fraud?
A CBS News analysis of records for every hospice operating in Los Angeles County finds indications of fraud are growing.
Raw oysters and clams recalled in 9 states over norovirus risks
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
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Tourists, expats detained in UAE over content showing Iran war impacts
The head of an advocacy group said 21 people were facing charges under the UAE's cybercrime laws as of Thursday, including a 60-year-old British tourist.
Iran says major U.S. tech firms now among its targets in the Middle East
Suspected Iranian cyber and drone attacks are already impacting U.S. tech companies, and Iran says a list of American firms are now on its target list.
Democratic senators file war powers resolution to try to restrain Trump on Cuba
Senate Democrats have filed legislation hat would keep the U.S. from attacking Cuba without congressional approval as they seek to force a vote on President Trump's stated goal of a "takeover" of the Caribbean country.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine briefed on Operation Epic Fury in Iran Friday.
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Texas prepares for SXSW 2026
Austin Mayor Kirk Watson joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with the latest details on preparations for SXSW 2026.
2026 Oscar winner predictions
The 98th annual Academy Awards will be held on Sunday. With 10 films nominated for the night's biggest honor, best picture, an expert says there are only two major contenders. Entertainment Tonight's Nischelle Turner previews Hollywood's big night.
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Memory chip shortage could raise tech prices
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Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
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NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
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In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
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How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
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Temple Israel rabbi on synagogue attack
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Temple Israel rabbi on synagogue attack
Rabbi Jen Lader is reacting to the attack at the Temple Israel synagogue and school in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Lader joined CBS News 24/76 with more details.
Latest news on synagogue attack suspect
The Michigan synagogue attack suspect had recently lost family members during an airstrike in Lebanon, a source tells CBS News. Ash-har Quraishi reports on the latest confirmed information about the Temple Israel attack.
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President Trump told G7 leaders during a virtual meeting that Iran was "about to surrender," Axios reports. The claims apparently occurred before Iran's new Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei's address emerged. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.
Death toll grows after Iraq aircraft crash
At least six U.S. service members died after an American KC-135 refueling aircraft crashed Thursday in Iraq. CBS News' Eleanor Watson has the latest confirmed information.
Artists petition halt to Texas execution
Musician and activist Fat Joe is joining Killer Mike, Young Thug and other artists as they seek a halt to James Broadnax's execution in Texas. Broadnax's music lyrics were used during his sentencing.