Fed ignores Trump's call for cuts
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday, going against President Trump's repeated calls for cuts. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent and Weijia Jiang have the latest.
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American toymaker on tariff impact
One industry reeling from President Trump's tariffs is American toy makers. Jay Foreman, CEO of Basic Fun!, the toymaker selling brand names like My Little Pony, Tonka Trucks and Lincoln Logs, joins CBS News to discuss the impact.
Trump: U.S. will not lower tariffs on China
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and U.S. trade representative Jamieson Greer will sit down with their Chinese counterparts in Switzerland for trade talks this weekend, but they'll do so after President Trump said the U.S. will not lower tariffs against China to kick-start talks. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has the newest details.
Powell warns of risks from tariffs
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday as policymakers assessed the economic impact of President Trump's tariffs. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.
Details on lawsuit over health funding cuts
20 Democratic attorneys general are suing the Trump administration over its federal health cuts and restructuring of the Health and Human Services Department. Julie Rovner, chief Washington correspondent for KFF Health News, joined CBS News to discuss.
Fed leaves interest rates unchanged
The Federal Reserve announced Wednesday that it would leave interest rates unchanged despite pressure from President Trump to cut rates. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady and Weijia Jiang have the latest.
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Takeaways from Carney's meeting with Trump
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney told reporters on Tuesday that Canada is "never for sale" in an Oval Office meeting with President Trump. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes is at the White House with more details.
When will the Fed be likely to lower rates?
The Federal Reserve is set to meet on Wednesday and is likely to hold interest rates steady despite pressure from the Trump administration to cut them. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent reports.
Biden criticizes Trump in BBC interview
Former President Joe Biden slammed President Trump's actions in his first interview since leaving the White House. Biden told the BBC he has a "grave concern" about NATO falling apart and criticized Mr. Trump saying Ukraine would have to give up territory to achieve peace. CBS News' Michael George has more.
Tariffs force U.S. bicycle company to halt imports from China
Kent International, one of Walmart's biggest bicycle suppliers, cancelled its new orders from China for April, and it doesn't have any plans to place new orders in May.
Introductory reset between Trump, Carney
President Trump met face-to-face with Canada's newly-elected Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has the details.
Second judge blocks Alien Enemies Act usage
A second judge blocked the Trump administration from removing some noncitizens under the Alien Enemies Act. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Carney says Canada is "not for sale, it won't be for sale, ever"
President Trump is not giving up on his idea of acquiring Canada. "Never say never," he said Tuesday.
Report: IRS down almost a third of its workers
A new watchdog report from the Treasury Department reveals the Internal Revenue Service has lost almost a third of its tax auditors. The cuts are a result of the Trump administration's efforts to trim the federal workforce through its Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE. CBS News MoneyWatch associate managing editor Aimee Picchi has more.
Why tariffs are making trade deficit surge
The U.S. is buying even more goods from other countries amid President Trump's sweeping tariffs. Kelly O'Grady explains.
Gun violence victim memorial removed
The Trump administration has removed a memorial honoring victims of gun violence from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. A spokesperson for the Justice Department said the decision to remove the memorial was not political and the administration is working on other ways to honor the victims. One of the people featured in the memorial was Alison Parker, a reporter with CBS' Roanoke, Virginia, station WDBJ. Her father Andy Parker joins "The Daily Report" to discuss his daughter and the memorial removal.
Canada's prime minister pushes back at Trump
For months, President Trump has taunted Canada by claiming it should become America's 51st state. But the country's new prime minister pushed back in an Oval Office meeting. Weijia Jiang reports.
Trump's crypto moves raise ethical concerns
President Trump has not shied away from his praise for the cryptocurrency industry, but the actions he's taking to bolster it and profit from it are raising widespread ethics concerns. The Daily Beast political reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice joins "America Decides" with more.
Carney tells Trump Canada "won't be for sale"
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney told President Trump that his country is unequivocally not for sale during their in-person meeting on Tuesday. Politico White House reporter Megan Messerly and The Hill national political reporter Julia Manchester break it down.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar on war in Ukraine
Russia said it is still planning to adhere to a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine starting Thursday, but they say they will respond if Ukrainian forces attack. Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota shared her thoughts on the war and much more with CBS News' Major Garrett in Arizona.
What to make of Trump's visit with Carney
President Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney had a somewhat tense meeting in the Oval Office on Tuesday. Mr. Trump said he wants friendship with the U.S.'s northern neighbor, despite trade tensions, but won't give up on the idea of turning Canada into the 51st state. CBS News' Aaron Navarro and Jackson Proskow from Canada's Global News report.
Details on trans military service ban
The Supreme Court will let the Trump administration enforce a ban on transgender service members. CBS News' Jan Crawford and Charlie D'Agata have more on that and President Trump saying the Houthi rebels have "capitulated."
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Authorities say they're "aware of a new message" in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Winter Olympics begin with spectacular opening ceremony
The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics are underway after the lighting of the Olympic cauldrons and the Parade of Nations at the opening ceremony.
Trump says he "didn't see" image depicting Obamas as apes in social media post
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes.
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Trump called Sen. Tim Scott after lawmaker condemned image of Obamas
President Trump called GOP Sen. Tim Scott after the South Carolina Republican publicly urged the president to remove a reposted video depicting former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as apes.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Republicans condemn Trump's racist video portraying the Obamas as apes
The criticism continued even after the White House removed the video after the initial backlash.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
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Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Truck driver spends decades carving a scale model masterpiece of New York City
Beginning in 2004, Joe Macken carved all five boroughs of New York City out of balsa wood, every site and stadium, and every bridge and building. His creation consists of almost 1 million structures.
Heightened security from dozens of local, federal agencies ahead of Super Bowl
More than 35 local, state and federal agencies have been working for the last 18 months to prepare for Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Prediction markets soar ahead of the Super Bowl
Emboldened by loosened restrictions from federal regulators, prediction markets look to cash in on Super Bowl Sunday.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
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Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees
A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Trump says he "didn't see" image depicting Obamas as apes in social media post
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, telling reporters he didn't see the part that showed the former president and first lady.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Prediction markets soar ahead of the Super Bowl
Emboldened by loosened restrictions from federal regulators, prediction markets look to cash in on Super Bowl Sunday.
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See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
When health insurance costs more than the mortgage
As health care costs skyrocket and federal lawmakers pull back help on ACA insurance premiums, more middle-income families are facing tough choices on health care.
5 ways to find affordable care without health insurance
Many Americans are expected to lose ACA or Medicaid coverage in the coming months and years, but doctors and researchers say there are still ways to find affordable care.
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Suspect in 1994 murder of Colombian soccer star killed in Mexico
Andres Escobar was gunned down in Medellin days after scoring an own goal in a match against the U.S. at the 1994 World Cup.
Olympic skater gets last-minute approval for Minions-themed program
Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate secured the rights to perform his Minions-themed program at the Milan Cortina Games hours before he was set to skate.
How the Olympics' Parade of Nations country order works
Here's what to know about the Parade of Nations in the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony and how the country order is determined.
See the best Olympic opening ceremony outfits of the 2026 Winter Games
As the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics begin, all eyes were on teams from around the globe proudly donning their countries' uniforms for the opening ceremony, including Team USA in outfits designed by Ralph Lauren.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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Bad Bunny set for historic Super Bowl performance
Coming off a historic Grammy win, Bad Bunny is gearing up to make even more history at this weekend's Super Bowl. The musician is set to be the first Super Bowl headliner to perform completely in Spanish. Leila Cobo, co-chief content officer at Billboard, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Olympic skater gets last-minute approval for Minions-themed program
Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate secured the rights to perform his Minions-themed program at the Milan Cortina Games hours before he was set to skate.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
Bad Bunny hints at halftime show surprises
Bad Bunny, the Puerto Rican singer born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, told fans to expect a special Super Bowl halftime show on Sunday. Nidia Cavazos reports on how the star is performing, and whether he'll have any surprise guests.
Bad Bunny set for historic halftime show
Bad Bunny will perform on the Super Bowl halftime stage on Sunday for an all-Spanish performance - a first at the big game. The six-time Grammy winner gave a preview ahead of his performance, saying, "they dont even have to learn Spanish. They just … it's better if they learn to dance."
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Super Bowl fans warned to keep drones at home with flights banned over big game
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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.
How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
Luigi Mangione had an outburst after a hearing on Friday in which the judge announced that his New York State trial will begin on June 8. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the case.
Authorities say they're "aware of a new message" in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Investigators vetting Guthrie ransom note
Friday marked six days since Nancy Guthrie's apparent abduction, and Guthrie's three children have been posting on social media hoping to reach whoever may have taken her. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill has more.
Mangione claims double jeopardy
Luigi Mangione had an outburst in a New York courtroom on Friday after a judge scheduled his state trial to begin before his federal case. The UnitedHealthCare CEO murder suspect claimed "this is the same trial twice" and called it "double jeopardy." CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Suspect in 1994 murder of Colombian soccer star killed in Mexico
Andres Escobar was gunned down in Medellin days after scoring an own goal in a match against the U.S. at the 1994 World Cup.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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Officials review new message in Guthrie case
Officials said they are "aware of a new message" in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance on Friday. Authorities have not given details on the contents of the message. Former FBI special agent FBI Doug Kouns joins CBS News to discuss.
Man spent decades making model of New York City
Beginning in 2004, Joe Macken carved all five boroughs of New York City out of balsa wood, every site and stadium, and every bridge and building. His creation consists of almost one million structures. Steve Hartman has the story.
Officials shut down man's free bus rides
After a licensed school bus driver finished his route, he decided to help after seeing lots of other children walking to school in the cold. As Tony Dokoupil reports, the offer was short-lived.
Olympics kick off with opening ceremony in Milan
The opening ceremony marked the official start of the 2026 Winter Olympics with celebrations at Milan's San Siro Stadium and at venues in Predazzo, Livigno and Cortina d'Ampezzo. Seth Doane reports.
What to know about high-stakes Super Bowl security
With less than 48 hours until kickoff for Super Bowl LX, security preparations are already in motion. Kris Van Cleave has a preview.