Criminals plot to sack Super Bowl fans for a loss with these online scams
Lawmakers are warning Americans to beware the many financial scams linked to Super Bowl LX, from fake betting sites to counterfeit tickets.
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Tips to avoid common holiday travel scams
With more than half of Americans planning to travel this holiday season, members of Congress are warning about travel-related scams. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent shares steps you can take to protect yourself.
Walmart impersonation scam targets hundreds of thousands each week
Scammers pretending to be Walmart employees are preying on consumers, according to the FCC. Here's what to watch out for.
Inside look at how VISA thwarts scams
There have been nearly 1.5 million reports of fraud so far this year, which is up from 1.3 million for the same period last year. Ash-har Quraishi got a behind-the-scenes look at VISA's high-tech cyber fusion center in Virginia to see how it's fighting fraud.
AI scams fuel rise in fake online car sales. How California is trying to protect consumers.
Buying a car is one of the biggest purchases we make, and more people are turning to online marketplaces for deals on used cars. But thanks to artificial intelligence, you're more likely than ever to get scammed.
China sentences 5 people to death over links to Myanmar fraud gangs
Chinese and Thai authorities have tried to crack down on violent criminal gangs running vast fraud operations in Myanmar's borderlands.
Bitcoin ATMs enable cryptocurrency scams, federal prosecutor alleges
Diane Reynolds, a Maryland retiree who lost more than $13,000 in a bitcoin scam, wants to help others avoid getting ripped off.
New warning of crypto ATM scam
The top city prosecutor in Washington, D.C., claims an ATM provider is enabling a crypto scam where victims think they're protecting their money by buying bitcoin. CBS News' Ash-har Quraishi spoke to a woman who says she was a victim of the scam.
Americans are getting 2.5B robocalls a month — the highest level in years
Americans have received an average of 2.56 billion robocalls per month from January to September, the highest level in six years, PIRG found.
New Social Security scam features fake U.S. Supreme Court letter
A new scam involves fake letters that appear to be from U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts — but it's a ploy to trick seniors, agency warns.
Feds seize $15 billion in bitcoin after busting alleged global crypto scam
Federal prosecutors said a criminal network in Cambodia used forced labor to extract billions from victims in the U.S. and around the world.
Texas teen uses computer science to fight scammers
Tejasvi Manoj of Plano, Texas, was named Time magazine's "Kid of the Year" for her work helping seniors avoid being victims of financial scams.
Woman duped by romance scammer posing as astronaut in distress
The scammer told the woman he was "in space on a spaceship right now" but was "under attack and in need of oxygen," an official said.
Feds: Scam targeting grandparents eliminated
Federal law enforcement officials say they have taken down a coordinated scam ring that targeted grandparents. CBS News Boston's Kristina Rex has the details.
Over a dozen charged in grandparent scams
Federal prosecutors are warning that con artists are targeting older Americans, posing as their grandchildren and claiming they need money. More than a dozen people are charged with defrauding hundreds of grandparents out of more than $5 million. Scott MacFarlane has more.
New safety features to combat WhatsApp scams
Meta says it has shut down nearly 7 million WhatsApp accounts linked to scammers just in the first half of 2025. To keep users safe, WhatsApp has now launched new safety features to combat scams, including group invite warnings.
Venmo safety tips for avoiding scams and protecting your privacy
Tips on keeping safe on Venmo, including what to do if you receive an unexpected payment or request from a stranger.
Public charging stations pose hacking risk
Public charging stations at airports could put travelers' personal information at risk. A cyber attack technique, "juice-jacking," is flying under the radar. Tech journalist Yasmin Khorram breaks down what it is and how to avoid it.
New FBI data shows rise in cybercrime
A new FBI report reveals cybercrime spiked last year, with older Americans losing the most money. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent breaks down the data and trends.
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.
AI job scams on the rise
Have you ever wondered if your coworker is a bot? Now, you may have to. Companies say they are working to stop fake job-seekers as new employment scams target both sides of the market. CBS News Confirmed executive producer Melissa Mahtani breaks it down.
How to spot AI-powered scams
Artificial intelligence is making it easier to scam people, especially through sham websites that can look shockingly real. Melissa Mahtani, executive producer of CBS News Confirmed, has tips on how to spot a scam website.
AI is making online shopping scams harder to spot
Malicious sites are on the rise and thanks to AI, it's almost impossible to tell the difference.
Oklahoma woman stole $1.5 million in romance scams, officials say
One victim sold her house to send $600,000, according to an affidavit, while another sent $40,000 in gift cards.
March Madness bettors face new threats online that target families
As fans wager an estimated $3.1 billion into March Madness bets, cybersecurity experts warn of a rise in online gambling scams targeting everyday users.
Thousands of mothers were flagged to police over flawed drug tests at childbirth
The Marshall Project found more than 70,000 cases referred to law enforcement over allegations of substance use during pregnancy — and that's a significant undercount.
U.S. Olympian responds after Trump calls him "a real loser"
Hunter Hess said "there is so much that is great about America, but there are always things that could be better," a day after President Trump lashed out at him.
ICE chief, immigration officials set to testify to House panel today
The leaders of ICE, CBP and USCIS are set to testify before the House Homeland Security Committee on Tuesday.
Savannah Guthrie pleads for public's help in search for missing mom Nancy
"Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie issued a plea for the public's help on Monday at what she called "an hour of desperation" in the search for her mother, Nancy.
U.S. military strikes another alleged drug vessel; search on for 1 survivor
The U.S. military struck its 39th alleged drug-carrying boat on Monday, killing two people and leaving one survivor who is now the focus of a search-and-rescue effort.
DOJ asks for dismissal of Steve Bannon's criminal charges
The Justice Department is moving to toss out its case against former Trump adviser Steve Bannon, who was jailed for declining to testify before the House Jan. 6 panel.
Obamacare sign-ups drop, but the extent won't be clear for months
Experts say Affordable Care Act sign-up data won't be clear until people who were enrolled have paid — or not — their new, often much higher, premiums.
Catherine O'Hara's cause of death was a pulmonary embolism
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
Why importing more beef from Argentina won't ease costs for U.S. consumers
Taming runaway U.S. beef prices will require more than stepping up imports, economists said. Here's the key to cutting costs.
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Thousands of mothers were flagged to police over flawed drug tests at childbirth
The Marshall Project found more than 70,000 cases referred to law enforcement over allegations of substance use during pregnancy — and that's a significant undercount.
ICE chief, immigration officials set to testify to House panel today
The leaders of ICE, CBP and USCIS are set to testify before the House Homeland Security Committee on Tuesday.
Obamacare sign-ups drop, but the extent won't be clear for months
Experts say Affordable Care Act sign-up data won't be clear until people who were enrolled have paid — or not — their new, often much higher, premiums.
Social media giants accused of "addicting the brains of children" as trial begins
Instagram's parent company Meta and Google's YouTube dispute claims that their platforms deliberately addict and harm children.
Trump threatens to block opening of Gordie Howe International Bridge
President Trump said Monday he would block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge between Detroit and Canada "until the United States is fully compensated for everything we have given them."
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Social media giants accused of "addicting the brains of children" as trial begins
Instagram's parent company Meta and Google's YouTube dispute claims that their platforms deliberately addict and harm children.
OpenAI starts testing ads in free version of ChatGPT
ChatGPT will clearly distinguish between ads and answers to user prompts on the AI platform, according to OpenAI.
Why importing more beef from Argentina won't ease costs for U.S. consumers
Taming runaway U.S. beef prices will require more than stepping up imports, economists said. Here's the key to cutting costs.
Starbucks adds menu items as it looks to energize growth
New items, such as a strawberry matcha loaf, represent the chain's latest effort to boost sales as part of its "Back to Starbucks" campaign.
How much gold is in an Olympic gold medal, and how much is it worth?
Olympic medals have what's known as a "melt value." But they're worth far more financially than their mineral contents, an auction expert notes.
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Chappell Roan leaves Wasserman talent agency after his mentions in Epstein files
Chappell Roan says she's left her talent agency after its CEO, Casey Wasserman, was named in files related to late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
ICE chief, immigration officials set to testify to House panel today
The leaders of ICE, CBP and USCIS are set to testify before the House Homeland Security Committee on Tuesday.
U.S. military strikes another alleged drug vessel; search on for 1 survivor
The U.S. military struck its 39th alleged drug-carrying boat on Monday, killing two people and leaving one survivor who is now the focus of a search-and-rescue effort.
Trump threatens to block opening of Gordie Howe International Bridge
President Trump said Monday he would block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge between Detroit and Canada "until the United States is fully compensated for everything we have given them."
Judge blocks California law banning federal law enforcement agents from wearing masks
A federal judge has blocked a California law from going into effect that would ban federal immigration agents from covering their faces but they will still be required to wear clear identification showing their agency and badge number.
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Thousands of mothers were flagged to police over flawed drug tests at childbirth
The Marshall Project found more than 70,000 cases referred to law enforcement over allegations of substance use during pregnancy — and that's a significant undercount.
Obamacare sign-ups drop, but the extent won't be clear for months
Experts say Affordable Care Act sign-up data won't be clear until people who were enrolled have paid — or not — their new, often much higher, premiums.
Hospital flooded by Hurricane Helene to be rebuilt in another flood plain
Ballad Health, the nation's largest state-sanctioned hospital monopoly, plans to rebuild Unicoi County Hospital in Tennessee on land that two climate modeling companies say is at risk of flooding.
Her deadly diagnosis only had 1 warning sign. Here's how she survived.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
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5 workers from Canadian mining company found dead in Mexico
Authorities said that five of the 10 missing workers have been identified among 10 bodies found in clandestine graves.
U.S. Olympian responds after Trump calls him "a real loser"
U.S. Olympian Hunter Hess said "there is so much that is great about America, but there are always things that could be better," a day after President Trump lashed out at him.
See the Olympic medal count for the 2026 Winter Games
Here is a look at where the medal count stands for Team USA and other nations as the competition heats up at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Why importing more beef from Argentina won't ease costs for U.S. consumers
Taming runaway U.S. beef prices will require more than stepping up imports, economists said. Here's the key to cutting costs.
U.S. makes final in Olympic curling mixed doubles, facing Sweden for gold
Team USA's mixed doubles curling gold medal match against Sweden is slated for Tuesday, Feb. 10.
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Analyzing best and worst Super Bowl LX ads
Just 30 seconds of highly coveted commercial airtime during the Super Bowl costs as much as $10 million, according to CBS News MoneyWatch. Bill Pearce, marketing faculty member at The University of California, Berkeley, joins to discuss some of the ads from Super Bowl LX.
Could Trump's Bad Bunny attacks alienate Latinos?
Bad Bunny's historic Super Bowl halftime show included superstar surprise guests and a message of unity and cultural celebration. While many praised the performance, President Trump took to social media to criticize the show. CBS News political director Fin Gómez joins with analysis.
Bad Bunny and the politics of the Super Bowl
The Super Bowl is a football game, an entertainment spectacle, a global billboard and a crucible of American political discord. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett explains.
Catherine O'Hara's cause of death was a pulmonary embolism
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
Cultural impact of Bad Bunny's performance
Ingrid Fajaro, a staff writer at Billboard, joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss the cultural impact of Bad Bunny's halftime performance at Super Bowl LX.
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Social media giants accused of "addicting the brains of children" as trial begins
Instagram's parent company Meta and Google's YouTube dispute claims that their platforms deliberately addict and harm children.
Trial over social media addiction in kids begins
Opening statements began Monday in Los Angeles in a landmark trial over alleged social media addiction in children. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the details.
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.
OpenAI starts testing ads in free version of ChatGPT
ChatGPT will clearly distinguish between ads and answers to user prompts on the AI platform, according to OpenAI.
Super Bowl fans warned to leave drones at home amid flight ban
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
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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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5 workers from Canadian mining company found dead in Mexico
Authorities said that five of the 10 missing workers have been identified among 10 bodies found in clandestine graves.
Second ransom deadline for Guthrie passes
A second ransom deadline passed Monday for Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-host Nancy Guthrie. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports on the search and former FBI special agent Jeff Harp joins to discuss the situation.
Search for Nancy Guthrie in Day 9
The children of Nancy Guthrie, including "Today" show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, are praying for signs of life more than a week after their mother disappeared. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more from Tucson, Arizona.
Savannah Guthrie: "An hour of desperation"
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Monday, pleading for the public's help in finding her mother, Nancy. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has the latest.
Savannah Guthrie asks for public help for mom
"Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie posted a new video Monday pleading for the public's help in the search for her missing mother, Nancy. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez has more.
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New space station crew eager for Wednesday launch
The new crew will replace four station fliers who returned to Earth ahead of schedule last month due to a medical issue.
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.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Savannah Guthrie pleads for help in mom's search
"Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie issued a plea for the public's help at what she called "an hour of desperation." As Jonathan Vigliotti reports, the search for her missing mom, Nancy Guthrie, has entered its second week with few new leads and no new suspects.
Analyzing best and worst Super Bowl LX ads
Just 30 seconds of highly coveted commercial airtime during the Super Bowl costs as much as $10 million, according to CBS News MoneyWatch. Bill Pearce, marketing faculty member at The University of California, Berkeley, joins to discuss some of the ads from Super Bowl LX.
Player's mom didn't know Super Bowl was a big deal
Nick Emmanwori just won it all in his rookie season as a safety with the Seattle Seahawks, and his mom was somewhere in that cheering crowd of 70,000. But Justina Emmanwori is not your typical football mom. Tony Dokoupil has more on her viral interview.
Could Trump's Bad Bunny attacks alienate Latinos?
Bad Bunny's historic Super Bowl halftime show included superstar surprise guests and a message of unity and cultural celebration. While many praised the performance, President Trump took to social media to criticize the show. CBS News political director Fin Gómez joins with analysis.
Ghislaine Maxwell pleads Fifth in House deposition
Ghislaine Maxwell, a longtime associate of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein who herself was convicted of sex trafficking in 2021, invoked her Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination and refused to answer questions during a virtual appearance before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee. Scott MacFarlane reports.