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Free shipping: Amazon vs. Walmart vs. Target vs. Best Buy
The major e-commerce retailers are deploying similar tactics in their bids to attract holiday shoppers
Amazon earnings report: Profits jump, but shares slump
The e-commerce giant reported higher sales and income, but forward guidance is below what analysts forecast
JD.com CEO, accused of rape, is back in China
Now a billionaire celebrity, the Chinese e-commerce titan earned his fortune weeding out counterfeit goods
Amazon laughs off Prime Day glitches
"We had a ruff start," it says, but it also touted the shopping holiday's growth and some of its top sellers
Amazon's Prime Day glitch: Costly or just a speed bump?
Outages greeted a surge of early shoppers, an experience that could send more consumers to rivals
Amazon Prime Day vs Black Friday: 1 out of 3 items cost more
Amazon's Prime Day is billed as summer's version of Black Friday, but prices may not always be cheaper
Amazon has plenty of competition on Prime Day
E-commerce giant's July shopping holiday is such a phenomenon that other retailers can't resist joining in
Google invests $550 million in China's JD.com
The e-commerce company is Alibaba's biggest rival and could help the U.S. search giant expand in Asia
Walmart venture wants to be your concierge
The online shopping initiative, now branded as Jetblack, is being piloted in New York City and targets affluent moms
Walmart earnings get big boost from e-commerce
Its first-quarter report shows surprising strength all around as the giant revamps for retailing's new world
Walmart launches its Lord & Taylor site for upscale goods
Both retailers are banking on their newly unveiled online partnership to expand their customer bases
Amazon goes global and is teaming with Best Buy
The two moves show the online retailer isn't slowing down in its ongoing quest to expand into new markets
Walmart's new online gambit: Help shoppers discover
The retail giant's revamped website will stress fashion and home furnishings that click with your "personal style"
Alibaba misses earnings, buys stake in Ant Financial
The Chinese e-commerce giant reported profits short of estimates and says it's acquiring 33% of the payments company
Retail workers feel the brunt of shifting shopping habits
As e-commerce and technology advance, millions of store employees are struggling to cope, but some are thriving
E-commerce tracking practices raise privacy questions
The attorneys who filed the "wiretapping" suit against online mattress firm Casper have launched three new challenges
Looking for a good e-commerce investment bet?
It's not Amazon -- here's the case for buying shares in a brick-and-mortar giant that's now gaining rapidly online
Who won the Cyber Monday sales sweepstakes?
On a day consumers were expected to shatter records, one clear winner emerged -- with nearly half of all sales
Walmart isn't exactly rolling over before Amazon
The discount giant's latest results show big gains, especially in e-commerce, as the holiday selling season commences
Amazon sales taxes: South Carolina says pay up
The state has launched a legal challenge demanding Amazon collect taxes on sales by its independent merchants
Who's responsible for Amazon sellers' sales taxes?
Some of the sellers say the e-commerce giant should pay these levies and claim it's shirking its obligation
Holiday shopping is set for a historic shift
For the first time, consumers will buy by tapping screens and keyboards more than by walking through stores
Target hears its customers: Cool the "Christmas creep"
So the retailer is altering its holiday strategy to put more emphasis on Thanksgiving and focus on Christmas later
For Amazon sellers, a big tax bill is looming
An amnesty program for merchants who owe states tens of thousands in back sales taxes is about to end
"Unknown and unauthorized third party" has gained access to Gaetz depositions
The leaked materials include the sworn deposition of the minor with whom former Rep. Matt Gaetz allegedly had sex.
Prosecutors urge judge to consider postponing Trump's sentencing
President-elect Donald Trump's six-year New York criminal odyssey should continue for at least another four, prosecutors said Tuesday.
SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship, with Trump there to watch
President-elect Donald Trump is hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket today.
Last frantic texts sent by Laken Riley's mother revealed in court
Prosecutors say Jose Ibarra killed Laken Riley after a struggle, and data from Riley's smartwatch shows her heart stopped beating at 9:28 a.m.
Trump taps Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead key Medicare and Medicaid agency
Dr. Mehmet Oz unsuccessfully ran for Senate in 2022.
How Trump — with or without the Senate — could install his Cabinet nominees
The move by the president to adjourn Congress to make recess appointments would create a new precedent, experts say, affecting the way presidents see presidential power going forward.
Moscow says Ukraine fired 6 American ATACMS missiles into Russia
Russia's defense ministry says Ukraine launched its first attack using U.S.-made ATACMS missiles days after Biden gave Kyiv permission to fire the weapons deeper into Russia.
Hakeem Jeffries elected House Democratic leader with GOP set to retain control
As House Democrats conduct the leadership elections Tuesday, the party is still reeling from the results of the 2024 elections — and reckoning with the path forward.
Mace introduces anti-transgender bathroom bill for Capitol Hill
Rep.-elect Sarah McBride became the first transgender person elected to Congress when she won the race for Delaware's only House seat two weeks ago.
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H&R Block, Intuit drop on report that Musk's DOGE may develop a tax app
H&R Block, Intuit stock dropped amid a report that Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency may develop a tax filing app.
Trump taps Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead key Medicare and Medicaid agency
Dr. Mehmet Oz unsuccessfully ran for Senate in 2022.
Here's what to know about bacteria in Tom's of Maine's toothpaste
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
Last frantic texts sent by Laken Riley's mother revealed in court
Prosecutors say Jose Ibarra killed Laken Riley after a struggle, and data from Riley's smartwatch shows her heart stopped beating at 9:28 a.m.
Prosecutors urge judge to consider postponing Trump's sentencing
President-elect Donald Trump's six-year New York criminal odyssey might need to continue for at least another four, prosecutors said Tuesday.
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H&R Block, Intuit drop on report that Musk's DOGE may develop a tax app
H&R Block, Intuit stock dropped amid a report that Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency may develop a tax filing app.
Here's what to know about bacteria in Tom's of Maine's toothpaste
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
Trump will nominate transition adviser Howard Lutnick for commerce secretary
Trump has picked Howard Lutnick, a crypto enthusiast and the head of brokerage and investment bank Cantor Fitzgerald, to be commerce secretary.
Shake Shack will soon be served on Delta flights. But there's a catch.
Only some passengers will be able to eat their favorite burgers in the skies through a partnership between Delta and Shake Shack.
Arthur Frommer, famed travel guide innovator, has died at 95
Arthur Frommer, whose "Europe on 5 Dollars a Day" guidebooks revolutionized leisure travel by persuading average Americans to take budget vacations abroad, has died. He was 95.
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Trump taps Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead key Medicare and Medicaid agency
Dr. Mehmet Oz unsuccessfully ran for Senate in 2022.
Race to take over DNC has begun after devastating 2024 losses
Martin O'Malley and Ken Martin have both jumped in the race for DNC chair, while others are exploring runs.
Trump will nominate transition adviser Howard Lutnick for commerce secretary
Trump has picked Howard Lutnick, a crypto enthusiast and the head of brokerage and investment bank Cantor Fitzgerald, to be commerce secretary.
Prosecutors urge judge to consider postponing Trump's sentencing
President-elect Donald Trump's six-year New York criminal odyssey might need to continue for at least another four, prosecutors said Tuesday.
Trump assassination task force issues subpoenas for ATF testimony
The Task Force on the Attempted Assassination of Donald J. Trump on Monday issued subpoenas to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives for testimony from two ATF employees regarding the response to the July 13 assassination attempt.
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Trump taps Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead key Medicare and Medicaid agency
Dr. Mehmet Oz unsuccessfully ran for Senate in 2022.
Here's what to know about bacteria in Tom's of Maine's toothpaste
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
Canada's internal battle over medically assisted dying for mental illness
Canada legalized medically assisted dying in 2016. It was set to expand to patients suffering solely from mental illness last year, but it hasn't — yet.
Dozens fall ill with norovirus on month-long cruise
Over 50 passengers and 15 crew members reported being ill with norovirus on a month-long cruise on the Coral Princess.
Bird flu reaches Hawaii, the last state that had escaped it
Officials suspect that migratory birds likely spread the H5N1 virus there.
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Canada's internal battle over medically assisted dying for mental illness
Canada legalized medically assisted dying in 2016. It was set to expand to patients suffering solely from mental illness last year, but it hasn't — yet.
Jennifer Lawrence, Malala Yousafzai team up for new film about Afghan women
Jennifer Lawrence and Malala Yousafzai join Afghan filmmaker Sahra Mani to reveal the struggles of women living under Taliban rule in the documentary, "Bread & Roses."
132 hamsters reportedly broke loose on a plane, forcing it out of service
Portugal's TAP airlines reportedly had to take a plane out of service for days to scour the aircraft for hamsters that got out of their cages.
Moscow says Ukraine fired 6 American ATACMS missiles into Russia
Russia's defense ministry says Ukraine launched its first attack using U.S.-made ATACMS missiles days after Biden gave Kyiv permission to fire the weapons deeper into Russia.
Son of Norway's crown princess arrested on suspicion of rape
Police in Norway have arrested the 27-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit on suspicion of rape, saying the alleged victim was "unable to resist the act."
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"Gladiator II" actors talk sequel, preparations and more
Actors Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn and Fred Hechinger talk about the upcoming release of "Gladiators II," 25 years after the original "Gladiator" movie, and what it was like working with director Ridley Scott.
Sarah Gelman on best holiday cookbooks
Amazon Books Editorial Director Sarah Gelman shares her top cookbook recommendations to help you create festive and comforting meals this holiday season.
Joey McIntyre on new holiday rom-com
New Kids on the Block's Joey McIntyre steps into Christmas as the star of "Jingle Bell Love," a holiday rom-com premiering on Roku.
Danny Trejo trades action for archaeology
In his new series "Mysteries Unearthed," Danny Trejo explores some of the world's most fascinating historical finds with experts and historians.
Keke Palmer talks lessons from Hollywood
Keke Palmer joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new memoir "Master of Me" which explores her journey in entertainment and the secrets to shaping her own narrative.
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Google's Chrome browser could be sold
The Justice Department is reportedly asking a judge to force Google's parent company to sell its Chrome browser following a ruling that declared the company's search engine practices an illegal monopoly.
How this new car runs without gas or electricity
As climate change intensifies, the race for a more eco-friendly car has revved up. Itay Hod reports on the newest twist on travel.
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.
"Human … Please die": Chatbot responds with threatening message
In an online conversation about aging adults, Google's Gemini AI chatbot responded with a threatening message, telling the user to "please die."
Meta facing courtroom battle
On Wednesday, a judge allowed a Federal Trade Commission lawsuit to move forward that accuses Meta of creating an illegal monopoly with Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains.
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Energy Secretary Granholm on Trump presidency
Former leaders and climate experts have issued a letter calling the U.N.'s annual climate meeting "no longer fit for purpose." Recently, CBS News spoke with U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm about the summit and what the incoming Trump presidency means for clean energy and climate change. The conversation took place before the president-elect made his pick for energy secretary.
Parts of Great Barrier Reef dying at record rate, alarmed researchers say
Parts of the Great Barrer Reef have suffered the highest coral mortality on record, Australian researchers say, and they fear the rest of it has suffered a similar fate.
Long-term effects of Trump plans for oil, gas
President-elect Donald Trump has pledged to "drill, baby, drill" on Day 1 in office. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter joins to take a closer look at the environmental impact of some of Trump's potential energy and climate policies.
How climate change impacts the economy
2024 is on pace to be the hottest year on record worldwide. CBS News Los Angeles meteorologist and climatologist Marina Jurica reports that extreme weather events cost the global economy over $2 trillion in the last 10 years.
Scientists say biggest coral in the world discovered in the Pacific
Scientists say they've discovered a "mega coral" three times bigger than the previous record holder - so huge they initially thought it was a shipwreck.
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Last frantic texts sent by Laken Riley's mother revealed in court
Prosecutors say Jose Ibarra killed Laken Riley after a struggle, and data from Riley's smartwatch shows her heart stopped beating at 9:28 a.m.
Chicago owed nearly $20 million in police overtime for special events
The police department has spent $22.6 million in overtime this year for officers working special events — only about $2 million of which has been reimbursed to the city.
Testimony could end soon in Laken Riley trial
Witness testimony could come to an end as soon as Tuesday in the murder trial of Jose Ibarra, the man accused of killing Georgia nursing student Laken Riley. CBS News producer Jared Eggleston has more on the case.
Video shows Las Vegas dad who called 911 killed by police in his home
The family of Brandon Durham is pushing for answers after he was shot by a police officer after calling for help.
Son of Norway's crown princess arrested on suspicion of rape
Police in Norway have arrested the 27-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit on suspicion of rape, saying the alleged victim was "unable to resist the act."
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SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship, with Trump there to watch
President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.
Far side of the moon once had erupting volcanoes, lunar soil shows
Researchers analyzed lunar soil brought back by China's Chang'e-6, the first spacecraft to return with a haul of rocks and dirt from the little-explored far side.
When you can see the Beaver Moon, 2024's final supermoon
November's full moon, known as the Beaver Moon, is the last supermoon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Beaver Moon.
Astronauts decline to answer questions about post-flight medical issue
Medical issues aside, the astronauts described a water leak in June that triggered a blizzard in the International Space Station's airlock.
Cargo ship brings science gear, holiday treats to space station crew
With an Election Day docking, the cargo ship delivered 3 tons of supplies and equipment, including an unusual wooden satellite.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Summer music heats up 2024
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
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Trump sentencing could be in limbo for years
President-elect Donald Trump might have to wait until his presidency is over before he's sentenced for his New York "hush money" conviction. CBS News Supreme Court and legal producer Catherine Cole has more.
How likely are the major "DOGE" cuts
President-elect Donald Trump's Department of Government Efficiency, headed by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, has vowed to cut $2 trillion in government spending. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has a look at how realistic that promise is.
Inside SpaceX Starship rocket's latest test
President-elect Donald Trump and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk are expected to be watching when the sixth test flight of the Super Heavy-Starship is launched Tuesday. CBS News space consultant William Harwood has more.
What we know about breach of Gaetz depositions
An "unknown and unauthorized third party" gained access to several depositions relating to various investigations into Matt Gaetz, CBS News has learned. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more on that and some of the other top news on Capitol Hill.
Trump makes commerce, transportation picks
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnik to be his commerce secretary and former Wisconsin congressman-turned Fox host Sean Duffy to be secretary of transportation. CBS News political reporter Zak Hudak has more on Trump's latest Cabinet choices and his ongoing push for the confirmation of Matt Gaetz as attorney general.