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Twitter permanently suspends Trump's account

Twitter has permanently suspended President Trump's personal account. The social media giant cited the risk of further incitement of violence as the reason behind its decision. The move follows Wednesday's deadly assault on the U.S. Capitol. The president has been accused of setting the violence in motion with tweets and his speech encouraging his supporters to march to the Capitol. CBSN technology reporter Dan Patterson joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.

Jan 9, 2021
06:51

Gab, linked to Pittsburgh synagogue shooting, back online

Site used by accused gunman Robert Gregory Bowers had been taken down by internet services after the massacre

Nov 5, 2018

Gab gets new domain host, expects to be back online Sunday

Pittsburgh shooter Robert Bowers regularly posted anti-Semitic content on the social media site

Nov 3, 2018

"Jews are the children of Satan" and the danger of taking biblical passages out of context

The Pittsburgh synagogue shooter branded his social media profile with the biblical passage John 8:44, but experts say it was taken out of context for anti-Semitic reasons

Oct 31, 2018

Gab appears to be losing investors after Pittsburgh shooting

In the days since a gunman killed 11 Jewish worshipers, crowdfunding for a social media site frequented by the suspect shows a decrease

Oct 30, 2018

Hate speech on social media

The Pittsburgh shooting suspect posted anti-Semitic comments on Gab, a site that bills itself as a haven for free speech. But critics say its a gathering place for neo-Nazis. CBS News justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues has more on what the FBI is doing to monitor hate speech online.

Oct 29, 2018
02:02

Policing social media to combat online radicalization

Hate speech and extremist views online may inspire violent acts, such as the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting, but there are limits to what law enforcement can do

Oct 29, 2018

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Site linked to far-right extremists taken down after synagogue shooting

A social media site popular with far-right extremists and where the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting suspect had a profile has been taken down

Oct 29, 2018

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Pittsburgh suspect was avid poster of anti-Semitic content on Gab

Gab, a social network that had been a haven for those banned from other platforms, tweeted after the shooting that its domain host would pull its services

Oct 28, 2018

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What is Gab?

Pittsburgh shooting suspect Robert Bowers was an avid user of the social media site Gab, which many have accused of being a platform for the alt-right.. CBSN contributor and CNET senior producer Dan Patterson joins CBSN to explain the app's rise.

Oct 27, 2018
06:18

President Biden to address the nation in aftermath of Trump victory

President Biden will address the nation on the election results and the transition of power, with his predecessor set to return to the White House.

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People gather outside the White House, in Washington

Trump wins, Harris says "do not despair." See the live results map

Former President Donald Trump will return to the White House after securing victories in several battleground states.

Nov 5

Watch Kamala Harris deliver concession speech: "When we lose an election, we accept the results"

Donald Trump has won a second term in the White House after surpassing the 270 electoral votes needed for victory, CBS News projected Wednesday morning.

16H ago

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5 ways Trump's presidency could affect the economy — and your money

Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election is likely to have a major impact on the economy. Here's what to know.

17H ago

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell Testifies Before The House Financial Services Committee

Here's what to expect with the Fed's rate cut decision today

The Federal Reserve will make a rate cut decision on November 7. Here's what economists expect.

updated 33M ago

Harris-Walz campaign rally in Cobb County

What will happen to Tim Walz after Donald Trump's presidential win?

What will happen to the Minnesota governor after his failed vice presidential bid? Here's what we know.

2H ago

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Republicans flip key seats to win control of Senate

Republicans flipped the Senate with projected wins in a number of key races, cementing their majority in the upper chamber.

Nov 5

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Live House election results for 2024 races

Control of the House is in limbo as votes continue to be tallied.

Nov 5

Analysis reveals composition of mysterious black balls on beaches

An environmental agency says black balls that washed up on Sydney beaches aren't tar, but a "complex composition" of "mixed waste."

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President Biden to address the nation in aftermath of Trump victory

President Biden will address the nation on the election results and the transition of power, with his predecessor set to return to the White House.

updated 28M ago

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Residents warned after 40 monkeys escape research facility

Traps have been set up and thermal imaging cameras are being used in an effort to locate the fugitive monkeys, police said.

1H ago

Plea deals revived for alleged 9/11 mastermind, 2 others, defense official says

A military judge has ruled that plea agreements struck by alleged Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants are valid, a government official said Wednesday.

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USDA ban on school lunch fees for low-income families begins in 2027

Struggling families pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically, according to CFPB report.

15H ago

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Justice Dept., special counsel in talks about how to wind down Trump prosecutions

President-elect Trump faced two federal prosecutions brought by special counsel Jack Smith last year.

18H ago

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USDA ban on school lunch fees for low-income families begins in 2027

Struggling families pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically, according to CFPB report.

15H ago

Trump's win could lead companies to push up prices. Here's why.

President-elect Donald Trump's vow to raise tariffs could have Americans paying more for goods, from toys to auto parts, experts say.

17H ago

5 ways Trump's presidency could affect the economy — and your money

Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election is likely to have a major impact on the economy. Here's what to know.

17H ago

How business leaders and other groups are reacting to Trump's win

Some prominent business leaders praised Trump's victory, while some nonprofits called his win "a disaster."

18H ago

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon won't join Trump administration

Jamie Dimon will continue to lead JPMorgan Chase despite speculation he could be in the running for Treasury secretary.

21H ago

Politics

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Trump wins 2024 presidential election. See the live results map.

Former President Donald Trump is projected to return to the White House after securing victories in several battleground states.

Nov 5

President Biden to address the nation in aftermath of Trump victory

President Biden will address the nation on the election results and the transition of power, with his predecessor set to return to the White House.

updated 28M ago

Election 2024 Explainer Electoral College

Key deadlines for the 2024 election results certification process

President-elect Donald Trump has been projected to win the 2024 presidential race, but there are still several key dates ahead in the certification process.

15H ago

Democratic Party Of Georgia Holds Election Night Watch Party In Atlanta

See which states Trump won in the 2024 election that he didn't win in 2020

In 2020, President Biden won six of these seven battleground states. In 2024, President-elect Trump will win at least five.

14H ago

Justice Dept., special counsel in talks about how to wind down Trump prosecutions

President-elect Trump faced two federal prosecutions brought by special counsel Jack Smith last year.

18H ago

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USDA ban on school lunch fees for low-income families begins in 2027

Struggling families pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically, according to CFPB report.

15H ago

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Trump's White House return poised to tangle health care safety net

Former President Donald Trump's election victory and looming return to the White House will likely bring changes that scale back the nation's public health insurance programs.

19H ago

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Tips for a range of post-election emotions, according to experts

From a favored candidate's loss to navigating conversations with family members who voted differently, here's how to manage your mental health after a tumultuous election — and resources if you need additional support.

18H ago

What to know about fluoride in water following RFK Jr.'s health claims

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s recent comments on fluoride are prompting questions about its safety in drinking water. Here's what to know.

Nov 5

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Election day stress? Here are last-minute tips, according to experts

As tensions mount on Election Day 2024, here are some last-minute tips to ease stress and anxiety, according to experts.

Nov 5

World

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Analysis reveals composition of mysterious black balls on beaches

An environmental agency says black balls that washed up on Sydney beaches aren't tar, but a "complex composition" of "mixed waste."

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European agency says 2024 is "virtually certain" to be warmest year on record

Climate scientists working at the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service have announced that 2024 is "virtually certain" to be the warmest year on record.

11H ago

Plea deals revived for alleged 9/11 mastermind, 2 others, defense official says

A military judge has ruled that plea agreements struck by alleged Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants are valid, a government official said Wednesday.

1H ago

Evacuation of people due to Hurricane Rafael in Cuba

Hurricane Rafael knocks out power in Cuba, weeks after nationwide blackout

Cuba was without power nationwide for the second time in just weeks, as Hurricane Rafael made landfall on Wednesday afternoon.

15H ago

"Most mysterious song on the internet" identified after 17 years

The mystery song is called "Subways of Your Mind," and was recorded by a little-known 1980s German band called FEX.

19H ago

Entertainment

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Luke Grimes on "Yellowstone" season five

As the hit series "Yellowstone" approaches its season finale, Luke Grimes joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss what fans can expect from the intense final episodes.

8M ago
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Christina Ricci on new tarot card deck

Famous for her iconic Halloween roles, Christina Ricci is diving into new territory with a tarot card deck and guidebook inspired by her life and career.

16M ago
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Shaboozey on journey to stardom

With "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" hitting No. 1 and two CMA nominations, Shaboozey opens up to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about his journey to the top.

23M ago
09:02

"Most mysterious song on the internet" identified after 17 years

The mystery song is called "Subways of Your Mind," and was recorded by a little-known 1980s German band called FEX.

19H ago

Ian Bohen talks "Yellowstone"

Ian Bohen, who plays Ryan on the hit show "Yellowstone," joined "CBS Mornings" to talk about the second half of the series' fifth season

Nov 6
07:16

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Officials sound alarm over fake election videos

Three top government agencies are calling out two fabricated videos spreading lies about early voting, and they say a familiar foe is to blame. Nicole Sganga has more.

Nov 1
01:56

In Elon Musk's "election integrity" community on X, false claims proliferate

Elon Musk is encouraging X users to report instances of voter fraud in a new group on the platform. Many of the posts are unsubstantiated or false.

Nov 2

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.

Mar 28
03:27

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Reddit stock price soars after social media player reports rare profit

Reddit's stock leaps nearly 40% after the social media company reported a quarterly profit amid strong user growth.

Oct 30

Report probes phone companies over robocalls

While scam phone calls have slightly decreased in the last three years, scam texts have tripled. A consumer report found that phone companies need to do more to prevent robocalls and texts for customers. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen has more.

Oct 29
01:25

Science

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How 2024 races may affect U.S. climate policy

The presidential race and high-profile congressional contests may be dominating election coverage and fundraising, but many local and state elections are poised to affect the nation's progress on climate action and the shift toward clean energy. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has more.

Nov 1
04:24

Halloween weather breaks records

East Coast and southern U.S. states experienced high temperatures this Halloween, with the heat forecast set to break records. CBS News 24/7 anchor Lana Zak reports on the weather and how New Yorkers celebrated the festivities.

Oct 31
02:09

New research on climate and extreme weather

A new report from the World Weather Attribution group has found that the 10 deadliest weather events of the last 20 years were intensified by manmade climate change. CBS News climate correspondent David Schecter has more.

Oct 31
04:07

The Climate Election: Transportation, explained

Transportation is a lifeline, but experts say it's aging, underfunded and unable to withstand more frequent and intense extreme weather events. And if changes aren't made quickly, the EPA says the costs will be "steep," with hundreds of billions of dollars of damage every year.

Oct 31
02:52

The Climate Election: Disaster recovery

Hurricane Helene is one of the deadliest hurricanes to make landfall in the mainland U.S. For many places across Florida, Tennessee and the Carolinas, recovery could take months or even years — and the next president will play a vital role in what that process looks like when they take office in three months. Here's what to know about Project 2025, former President Donald Trump's and Vice President Kamala Harris' stances on extreme weather, disaster recovery, and the root of the increasing frequency and power of storms — climate change.

Oct 30
03:38

Crime

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Man who dismembered woman after watching "Dexter" is sentenced

Cory Martin watched crime shows, including "Dexter" and "The First 48," for tips on how to get away with the killing, prosecutors said.

2H ago

Doctor who poisoned his mother's partner gets 31 years in prison

Dr. Thomas Kwan who was disgruntled about his inheritance disguised himself as a nurse to inject Patrick O'Hara with a flesh-eating poison.

21H ago

Spanish police seize 13 tons of cocaine hidden in banana shipments, in Algeciras

Police seize record cocaine haul in banana shipment in Spain

A ship carried crates of bananas that concealed identically designed boxes containing the cocaine, police said.

22H ago

"Narco sub" carrying 3.6 tons of cocaine intercepted in Pacific

Navy ships arrived to intercept the boat, which was carrying 102 packages filled with bricks of cocaine, authorities said.

Nov 6

4 teens wounded in fight on train involving axe, samurai sword

The teenagers involved were on their way to secondary school, police sources said.

Nov 5

Space

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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.

Nov 5

The Taurid meteor showers will peak a week apart in November

Two sister meteor showers are already flashing across night skies — and will peak a week apart.

Nov 3

"Halloween comet" disintegrates after flying close to the sun, video shows

NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.

Oct 31

Chinese space station gets new crew

A Chinese spacecraft carrying a three-person crew, including the country's first female space engineer, has successfully docked with China's orbiting space station. The launch comes as Beijing works to expand its space exploration and put a person on the moon by 2030.

Oct 30
00:36

China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"

A new crew of three Chinese astronauts, including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer, entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.

Oct 30

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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.

Nov 4
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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.

Sep 5
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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.

Aug 14
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Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case

A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?

Jun 22
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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.

Sep 29
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Breaking down Trump's transition

President-elect Donald Trump's transition team is laying the groundwork for the new administration. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins "CBS Mornings" to break down who will play pivotal roles in Trump's second term.

7M ago
03:48

What to know about Trump's legal cases

CBS News has learned the Department of Justice and special counsel Jack Smith's office are having active discussions about how to wind down the active federal cases against President-elect Donald Trump. Sources say at the center of the discussion is the DOJ's longstanding policy against prosecuting a sitting president and the need to enable a smooth transition to a second term.

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Luke Grimes on "Yellowstone" season five

As the hit series "Yellowstone" approaches its season finale, Luke Grimes joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss what fans can expect from the intense final episodes.

8M ago
05:49

Harris concedes race, vows peaceful transfer

As Vice President Kamala Harris conceded the 2024 election to President-elect Donald Trump, her tone was more defiant than defeated. She vowed a peaceful transfer of power as she told supporters not to give up the fight for opportunity, fairness and the dignity of all people.

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How immigration played a role in the election

Immigration was a major theme of President-elect Donald Trump's campaign, where he pledged a mass deportation. Polls show he still won many votes from Latino Americans.

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