Happiness expert on 2025 goals
Bestselling author and happiness expert Gretchen Rubin talks about how to separate fact from fiction when it comes to sticking to New Year's resolutions.
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Bomb-making material found in home of truck attacker
New Orleans is ramping up security in the aftermath of the New Year's Day terror attack that killed 14 people and wounded dozens more. The city is set to host the Super Bowl and Mardi Gras celebrations in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, investigators revealed that bomb-making materials were found inside the attacker's home in Houston and the Airbnb where he was staying. Omar Villafranca has more.
New Year's resolutions often fail. Here's expert tips on how to keep them.
New Year's resolutions rarely last. Here's why they fail so often and how to change that, according to an expert.
Faith Salie on the real meaning of resolutions
It's New Year's, a time for us to consider what resolutions mean to us. "Sunday Morning" correspondent Faith Salie talks about how to stay present in our lives as time marches on.
Take the terror out of New Year's weight resolutions with the best home scales for 2024
We're weighing in on the best home scales in 2024.
Resolved: To keep making New Year's resolutions
Studies show most New Year's resolutions are bound to fail, yet we keep still making them – and have been doing so since the time of the ancient Babylonians.
How to make New Year's resolutions stick
With 2024 fast approaching, it is time to make New Year's resolutions. Dr. Dion Metzger, board-certified psychiatrist, joins CBS News with tips for maintaining those goals past January.
How to tweak New Year's resolutions for success, according to experts
Most New Year's resolutions fail. Here's how experts suggest shifting them for the greatest chance of success — and the best approach for your mental health.
CBS News poll: What are Americans' hopes and resolutions for 2024?
This is part 3 in the CBS News poll series "What's Good?" Americans feel about twice as hopeful as discouraged when they think about 2024.
Books to inspire this new year
Editorial director of Amazon Books, Sarah Gelman, joins "CBS Mornings" to share her top recommendations to tackle New Year resolutions.
Dry January: Why some people are staying sober — and seeing benefits
"Dry January actually has a ton of benefits — aside from the health benefits, you have cleaner skin, you'll sleep better, you'll also save money," said one sobriety coach.
New Year's resolutions: Best selling self-help books for a fresh start in 2023
Get a head start on your New Year's resolutions with these best-selling self-help books on Amazon.
Setting successful resolutions for 2023
New Year's resolutions are easy to make, but not so easy to keep. Amy Morin, a psychotherapist and editor-in-chief of VeryWell Mind, joins CBS News to discuss intentional goal-setting and how to keep yourself on track in the new year.
CNET editor talks best goal-oriented gadgets for 2023
Ackerman shared tips on how technology can help people reach their goals in the new year.
Want to break a bad habit? Here's what science says
Perseverance and planning are key to making progress.
Peloton, ClassPass, Obe Fitness: Which fitness subscriptions are worth the money?
From Peloton to Apple Fitness Plus, here are the fitness subscriptions that are actually worth the cost.
Focus on habits to keep your 2020 resolutions
U.S. News & World Report says 80% of resolutions fail by the second week of February. New York Times bestselling author James Clear says making your habits stick throughout 2020 is about focusing on your daily routine. Clear, author of "Atomic Habits," joins "CBS This Morning" to offer tips to help you keep your resolutions going.
How to start off a healthy 2020
Many of us make New Year’s resolutions to try and improve our health and wellness. Dr. Tara Narula joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss why the keys to a healthy 2020 go beyond exercising more and eating right.
How to keep your 2020 financial resolutions
Many Americans are ringing in the New Year with resolutions. One Fidelity Investments survey of financial resolutions found 53% of Americans hope to save more in 2020, 51% hope to pay down debt and 35% hope to spend less. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss how to make those goals happen.
Get your New Year's resolutions back on track
A 2018 survey showed almost 80 percent of people broke their New Year's resolution by the end of January. Habits expert James Clear, author of the New York Times bestseller "Atomic Habits," joins "CBS This Morning" to help us get our resolutions back on track.
How to make New Year's resolutions that last
The new year for many Americans means it is time to make resolutions. But sticking with them can be a challenge. New York Times bestselling author James Clear offers a roadmap to lifestyle change in his book, "Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones." Clear joins "CBS This Morning" to offer tips on how to make resolutions that will last.
Weight Watchers CEO
Nearly half of people who made New Year's resolutions reportedly want to lose weight or get in shape, and U.S. News & World Report ranks Weight Watchers as the best diet to do that. It works by assigning points to food and restricting members to a certain number of points to eat per day. Last month, the company introduced Freestyle, a program featuring more than 200 foods that count for zero points. Weight Watchers president and CEO Mindy Grossman joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss a sustainable and holistic approach to better health.
Is a "dry January" right for you?
A look at what giving up alcohol for a month could mean for your health
How to actually keep your New Year's debt resolution
Applying principles of behavioral psychology can help you create the sustainable habits needed to reach your goal
Your 2018 financial plan
Hoping for better finances in 2018? Making a financial plan can put you on track for success.
Durbin retirement to prompt shakeup in Senate Democratic leadership
Sen. Dick Durbin announced he won't seek reelection in 2026, kickstarting a race among Democrats in the Senate for his leaderhip position.
Why the film "Conclave" is climbing the charts after Pope Francis' death
The Oscar-winning film "Conclave" has become a surprise streaming hit amid renewed curiosity about the Vatican's inner workings.
Hegseth orders makeup studio installed at Pentagon
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has not given any press briefings in the briefing room but has used the room as a backdrop for TV hits with Fox News.
Vance demands Russia, Ukraine strike peace deal, or U.S. will "walk away"
JD Vance says both Ukraine and Russia will "have to give up some of the territory they currently own" to end the war, or the U.S. will "walk away" from peace efforts.
FBI says online scams raked in record $16.6 billion last year
More than a quarter million complaints reported losing money to a scam in 2024, the FBI said in a new report.
Treasury's Bessent sees "an opportunity for a big deal" with China
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday said he believes the Trump administration could strike a deal with China.
These are the 6 food dyes the FDA wants to phase out
The Department of Health and Human Services is calling on companies to phase out all petroleum-based dyes by the end of next year, Secretary Robert F Kennedy, Jr. announced.
Cicada maps show where the insects will emerge in the U.S. this spring
A large brood of periodical cicadas is due to emerge in the spring of 2025. These maps show where people should expect to see, and hear, the bugs this year.
See the 2025 American Music Awards nominations
The 2025 AMA nominations were released on Wednesday, with Kendrick Lamar leading with 10. The awards show will air on May 26.
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Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin announces he is not running for reelection
Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin announced Wednesday he is retiring and will not run for reelection in 2026.
These are the 6 food dyes the FDA wants to phase out
The Department of Health and Human Services is calling on companies to phase out all petroleum-based dyes by the end of next year, Secretary Robert F Kennedy, Jr. announced.
Hegseth orders makeup studio installed at Pentagon
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has not given any press briefings in the briefing room but has used the room as a backdrop for TV hits with Fox News.
Durbin retirement to prompt shakeup in Senate Democratic leadership
Sen. Dick Durbin announced Wednesday he won't seek reelection in 2026, kickstarting a race among Democrats in the Senate for his leadership position.
FBI says online scams raked in record $16.6 billion last year
More than a quarter million complaints reported losing money to a scam in 2024, the FBI said in a new report.
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FBI says online scams raked in record $16.6 billion last year
More than a quarter million complaints reported losing money to a scam in 2024, the FBI said in a new report.
Treasury's Bessent sees "an opportunity for a big deal" with China
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday said he believes the Trump administration could strike a deal with China.
Dow soars more than 1,000 points amid relief rally
The stock market surged in early trade as investors cheered positive signals from Trump administration on trade and Fed Reserve.
Stocks poised to pad gains after Trump admin eases investor fears
Stock futures were pointing to a strong opening as investors took cheer from positive news on trade and the Federal Reserve.
EU hits Apple and Meta with hundreds of millions of dollars in new fines
The EU has hit Apple and Meta with hundreds of millions of euros in fines as it steps up enforcement of the European Union's Digital Markets Act.
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Hegseth orders makeup studio installed at Pentagon
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has not given any press briefings in the briefing room but has used the room as a backdrop for TV hits with Fox News.
Durbin retirement to prompt shakeup in Senate Democratic leadership
Sen. Dick Durbin announced Wednesday he won't seek reelection in 2026, kickstarting a race among Democrats in the Senate for his leadership position.
Treasury's Bessent sees "an opportunity for a big deal" with China
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday said he believes the Trump administration could strike a deal with China.
U.S. citizen DHS held 10 days has intellectual disabilities, family says
Jose Hermosillo, a U.S. citizen who was detained by DHS for 10 days and prosecuted for illegal entry into the U.S. has intellectual disabilities, his family claims.
Vance says it was "pretty crazy" that he met Pope Francis in his last 24 hours
Vice President JD Vance met briefly with Pope Francis on Easter Sunday. Vance said he knew the pontiff was "very ill," but he "didn't realize how sick he was."
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These are the 6 food dyes the FDA wants to phase out
The Department of Health and Human Services is calling on companies to phase out all petroleum-based dyes by the end of next year, Secretary Robert F Kennedy, Jr. announced.
What Trump can learn from state efforts to expand IVF access
State-level efforts to regulate fertility coverage reveal the gauntlet of budgetary and political hurdles such initiatives face.
NIH director pushes back timeline for RFK Jr.'s autism answers
National Institutes of Health Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya said "it's hard to guarantee when science will make an advance."
FDA stops short of synthetic food dye ban, calls on industry to stop use
Federal health officials want companies to swap out certain food dyes with natural alternatives.
Dietitians react to the "people kibble" trend of meal prepping
Ever struggled with planning nutritious meals? A TikTok user has shared his viral solution that others online have dubbed "people kibble."
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India retaliates against Pakistan after Kashmir attack kills 26
India's External Affairs Ministry said the Indus Water Treaty will be suspended after an attack in Kashmir left over two dozen dead.
Israeli strike in Gaza kills at least 10 as mediators work to end war
France, Germany and Britain meanwhile said Israel's seven-week blockade on all imports to Gaza was "intolerable."
Shark attack victim's remains found in waters off popular beach
Israeli media identified the victim as Barak Tzach, a man in his 40s and a father of four.
Vance demands Russia, Ukraine strike peace deal, or U.S. will "walk away"
JD Vance says both Ukraine and Russia will "have to give up some of the territory they currently own" to end the war, or the U.S. will "walk away" from peace efforts.
EU hits Apple and Meta with hundreds of millions of dollars in new fines
The EU has hit Apple and Meta with hundreds of millions of euros in fines as it steps up enforcement of the European Union's Digital Markets Act.
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See the 2025 American Music Awards nominations
The 2025 AMA nominations were released on Wednesday, with Kendrick Lamar leading with 10. The awards show will air on May 26.
Tina Knowles talks styling Destiny's Child
Tina Knowles, the mother of Beyoncé and Solange, is opening up about her life in her book, "Matriarch." She styled Destiny's Child when the group started out and spoke about how the record label complained about the group's look.
How "Conclave" compares to electing new pope
Roman Catholic cardinals are gathering to decide when to hold the conclave to elect a new pope following Pope Francis' death on Monday. It has sparked renewed interest in the movie "Conclave," which is about the process and came out last year. CBS News' Carter Evans looks at what the movie got right and wrong about the process.
Tina Knowles opens up about motherhood, divorce and Destiny's Child
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Oprah Winfrey selects Tina Knowles' "Matriarch" for latest book club pick
Oprah Winfrey has named "Matriarch" by Tina Knowles as her latest book club selection. The memoir shares Knowles' personal journey from growing up in segregated Texas to raising music icons Beyoncé and Solange.
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EU hits Apple and Meta with hundreds of millions of dollars in new fines
The EU has hit Apple and Meta with hundreds of millions of euros in fines as it steps up enforcement of the European Union's Digital Markets Act.
Could a federal judge break up Google? Here's what to know.
U.S. Department of Justice attorneys are seeking to impose sweeping penalties on Google after a court ruled the tech giant is a monopoly.
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.
Fake job seekers are flooding the market, thanks to AI
Companies say fake job seekers are using artificial intelligence to get remote jobs, often in an attempt to steal insider secrets.
Scientist on reviving extinct dire wolves
Biotech company Colossal Bioscience has made headlines for saying it brought the dire wolf species back from extinction. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser spoke with the company's chief science officer, Beth Shapiro, who broke down the science and motivations behind the project.
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Coral reef bleaching hits 84% worldwide, worst on record, surveys show
Harmful bleaching of the world's coral has grown to include 84% of the ocean's reefs in the most intense event of its kind in recorded history, scientists say.
Cicada maps show where the insects will emerge in the U.S. this spring
A large brood of periodical cicadas is due to emerge in the spring of 2025. These maps show where people should expect to see, and hear, the bugs this year.
Reporter's Notebook: Earth Day perspective
If Earth's entire 4.5 billion-year history was squeezed into a single, 24-hour day, when would modern humans arrive? "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson ponders the meaning of Earth Day.
NASA images show peanut-shaped asteroid during high-speed flyby
This asteroid is bigger than scientists anticipated, about 5 miles long and 2 miles wide at its widest point — resembling a deformed peanut.
NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
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FBI says online scams raked in record $16.6 billion last year
More than a quarter million complaints reported losing money to a scam in 2024, the FBI said in a new report.
New moves in Karen Read's second trial
Prosecutors in Karen Read's second trial for the death of Boston police officer John O'Keefe used her own words against her during opening statements. CBS News Boston's Penny Kmitt reports.
Alabama inmate wants his execution to go forward: "I am guilty"
James Osgood was condemned to die for the 2010 killing of Tracy Lynn Brown. He is one of only a small number of inmates on U.S. death rows to abandon their legal challenges.
Inmate named John Kennedy makes daring escape from prison
A 22-year-old inmate named for the late John F. Kennedy escaped from Peru's most crowded prison, and video of the jailbreak has gone viral.
Details on Lori Vallow Daybell conviction
An Arizona jury on Tuesday convicted Lori Vallow Daybell of conspiring to murder her estranged husband in 2019. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Jessica Levinson have more details.
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NASA images show peanut-shaped asteroid during high-speed flyby
This asteroid is bigger than scientists anticipated, about 5 miles long and 2 miles wide at its widest point — resembling a deformed peanut.
When and where to see the Lyrid meteor shower's peak
During the peak of the Lyrid meteor shower, 10 to 20 meteors could be seen per hour, NASA says.
NASA's most senior astronaut returns to Earth with 2 cosmonauts
Don Pettit, NASA's oldest active astronaut, marked his 70th birthday by landing on the steppe of Kazakhstan after 220 days in space.
NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
Astronomer on new evidence pointing to life
Astronomers say they have discovered "the strongest evidence yet" of life on a distant planet, although, they stress that more research is needed. Chief astronomer and planetarium director of the Franklin Institute Derrick Pitts joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
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"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
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Durbin announces Senate retirement
Illinois Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin announced he will not seek reelection, prompting a shake up in Democratic leadership for the upper chamber. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Trump on "fair deal" with China
President Trump insists there will be a fair trade deal with China as his tariffs continue to affect the markets and major global businesses. This comes as the prospects of a potential Russia-Ukraine peace deal lag. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports.
Bessent criticizes IMF, World Bank
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent blasted the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank as worries over President Trump's tariffs persist. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.
Visitation time for pope may be extended
The Vatican said it may extend the time for people to pay respects to Pope Francis at St. Peter's Basilica. CBS News papal contributor Francis X. Rocca has the latest from Rome.
Massive wildfire in New Jersey
Officials expect the Jonas Road Fire in New Jersey to grow as they work to protect threatened homes and residents. CBS News Bay Area meteorologist Jessica Burch breaks down the weather conditions contributing to the fire's spread.