Oil, stimulus hopes, yuan boost global stocks
U.S. benchmarks were poised to open sharply higher after a long weekend: Both Dow and broader S&P 500 futures jumped 1.4 percent
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Fed and ECB stimulus worries slam stocks
Investors disappointed with central banks punish financial markets across the board, pushing the Dow down for the year
Nikkei gains on stimulus hope, Fed weighs on other markets
U.S. stocks were poised for a slightly higher open, with Dow futures up 0.1 percent, and broader S&P 500 futures up 0.2 percent
Stocks mostly higher as ECB says it's ready to act
Investors now turn to Friday's jobs report, that could decide whether or not the Fed raises interest rates this month
ECB keeps rates ultralow as eurozone growth picks up
With Grexit fears behind it, Europe is bouncing back, though the central bank will likely stick with its stimulus program
China stocks fall for second day, Europe rises
Wall Street futures pointed to gains: Dow and S&P 500 futures were up 0.4 percent and 0.5 percent, respectively
China stocks jump on stimulus hopes
Futures augured a tepid start for Wall Street: S&P 500 futures were down 0.1 percent; Dow futures were unchanged
QE reassurance gives European shares a lift
Wall Street looked set for a muted open, with both Dow and S&P futures up slightly
China stimulus hopes, Wall St. rebound boost markets
Futures augured a positive start on Wall Street: Dow futures rose 0.4 percent, and S&P 500 futures were up 0.3 percent
Global markets mostly lower, but China books gains
Futures pointed to a lower open on Wall Street: S&P 500 futures were down 0.6 percent and Dow futures dropped 0.7 percent
China stimulus hopes give most world markets a lift
On Wall Street, futures for the Standard & Poor's 500 and Down were both down 0.1 percent
World stocks mainly higher on China stimulus hopes
On Wall Street, futures for the Standard & Poor's 500 index and the Dow were both up 0.2 percent
Jacob Frenkel said the stimulus will allow European economies to be more flexible which would increase competitiveness.
Jacob Frenkel, chairman of JPMorgan Chase International and the former governor of the Bank of Israel, lauded the European Central Bank's new stimulus program. Frenkel, speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, said the stimulus will allow European economies to be more flexible which would increase competitiveness. Senior Producer: Lulu Chiang; Digital Journalist: Gilad Thaler
The Fed spent nearly $4.5 trillion on bonds to help stimulate the economy
The Federal Reserve is ending its bond-buying program, known as quantitative easing, in response to the strengthening job market and other economic improvements. The Fed spent nearly $4.5 trillion on bonds to help stimulate the economy. Norah O'Donnell reports.
The Federal Reserve looks set to end the massive bond purchases it has used to shore up the U.S. economy since the 2008 financial crisis
The Federal Reserve looks set to end the massive bond purchases it has used to shore up the U.S. economy since the 2008 financial crisis. CBS MoneyWatch contributor Anthony Mirhaydari analyzes what impact withdrawing that stimulus could have on investors and the broader economy.
Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen spoke Monday morning, saying stimulus measures are still needed to boost the economy, plus more MoneyWatch headlines
Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen spoke Monday morning, saying stimulus measures are still needed to boost the economy. In a speech in Chicago Yellen also said low interest rates could encourage both borrowing and spending. Jericka Duncan has that story and more MoneyWatch headlines.
The White House will release a 2015 budget packed with stimulus money and an earned income tax credit
The White House will release a 2015 budget packed with stimulus money and an earned income tax credit. Norah O'Donnell reports.
Farm bill deal would cut food stamps by 1 percent
A bipartisan agreement on a farm bill could preserve food stamp benefits for most Americans who get them., plus more of the latest MoneyWatch headlines.
Profits jump at major companies
Delta, Halliburton and Johnson & Johnson all reported strong earnings growth Tuesday, plus more news from Moneywatch
Stocks soar on Fed's bond-buying scale back
As the Federal Reserve announced it would taper its bond buying stimulus program, stock prices reacted with a surge
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from December 18, 2013
In his last press conference as Federal Reserve chairman, Ben Bernanke said the Fed will continue to stimulate the economy, but will cut bond purchases by $10 billion in January; and, Snowball Express, named for an old Disney movie, brings a weekend of fun to kids who have lost a parent to war. The non-profit organization gives children -- and parents -- an opportunity to spend time with people who understand what they've gone through.
Fed could roll back stimulus program
There is speculation of the Federal Reserve announcing the beginning of the end of the controversial bond-buying program
Biggest gain in 5 months for retail sales
The Commerce Department says retail sales rose 0.7 percent, plus more Moneywatch headlines
Stocks jump on jobs report
Stocks shot higher after the opening bell on more proof that the job market is recovering, plus more MoneyWatch headlines
Stocks dip despite signs of economic growth
Upward revision in GDP renews investor fears that Fed will soon reduce stimulus
At least a dozen killed in Golan Heights as Israel blames Hezbollah
The strike, the deadliest attack on an Israeli target since the fighting between the two foes erupted in October, raised fears of a broader conflagration in the region.
Trump tells Christian voters "they won't have to vote anymore" if he's elected
Trump, who is the Republican Party's candidate for president, made his remarks at the end of a speech at a conservative Christian event.
U.S., Japan to announce upgrade in military cooperation
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is expected to announce the enhancement of U.S. Forces Japan into a three-star command that will help the U.S. more closely work alongside Japanese forces.
Harris holds first fundraiser as presumptive Democratic nominee
Speaking to more than 800 attendees in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, Vice President Kamala Harris made her campaign pitch and defended her record to that of her rival, former President Donald Trump.
Lithium-ion fire strands drivers on California-Las Vegas freeway
The 15 freeway has been closed for more than a day - with no plans to reopen - as hazmat teams and firefighters work to resolve the situation.
Cooler temperatures help firefighters after California's largest wildfire explodes
Cooler temperatures and an increase in humidity on Saturday could help slow the Park Fire, the largest blaze so far this year in California.
3 members of gospel quartet The Nelons killed in plane crash
The group was traveling to join the Gaither Homecoming Cruise to Alaska, according to a statement from Gaither Music Group.
How feral chickens rule the roost in Key West
In Florida's Key West, the chickens are as much a tourist attraction as the Southernmost Point Buoy.
What do Stephen Smith's injuries tell about the SC teen's death?
"48 Hours" obtained exclusive access to the findings of an independent investigation into the unsolved death of the South Carolina teen, whose case was linked to the Murdaughs.
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What do Stephen Smith's injuries tell about the SC teen's death?
"48 Hours" obtained exclusive access to the findings of an independent investigation into the unsolved death of the South Carolina teen, whose case was linked to the Murdaughs.
Investigators seek public's help in solving ex-model's cold case murder
The brutal murder of a former model in her Georgia home in 2008 remains unsolved. Can you help investigators find her killer?
Harris holds first fundraiser as presumptive Democratic nominee
Speaking to more than 800 attendees in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, Vice President Kamala Harris made her campaign pitch and defended her record to that of her rival, former President Donald Trump.
How feral chickens rule the roost in Key West
In Florida's Key West, the chickens are as much a tourist attraction as the Southernmost Point Buoy.
Apple reaches its first-ever union deal with workers at a Maryland store
The three-year deal will increase pay by an average of 10% and offer other benefits to workers at a store in the Baltimore suburb of Towson.
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Apple reaches its first-ever union deal with workers at a Maryland store
The three-year deal will increase pay by an average of 10% and offer other benefits to workers at a store in the Baltimore suburb of Towson.
DOJ says TikTok collected U.S. user views on sensitive issues
TikTok employees used an internal system to gather sensitive data about U.S. users, federal officials said.
In more than 200 U.S. cities, $1 million only gets you a starter home
Half of all U.S. states have at least one city where a relatively modest residence costs $1 million, according to a new analysis.
The more wealth you have, the happier you get, research finds
Multimillionaires are much happier than the merely well off, suggesting life satisfaction continues to improve the wealthier you are.
Charles Barkley dunks on NBA's new broadcast deal: "It just sucks."
"Inside the NBA" host Charles Barkley is decrying the NBA's new broadcast pact, saying Warner Bros. Discovery's TNT "never had a chance."
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Harris holds first fundraiser as presumptive Democratic nominee
Speaking to more than 800 attendees in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, Vice President Kamala Harris made her campaign pitch and defended her record to that of her rival, former President Donald Trump.
U.S., Japan to announce upgrade in military cooperation
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is expected to announce the enhancement of U.S. Forces Japan into a three-star command that will help the U.S. more closely work alongside Japanese forces.
Trump tells Christian voters "they won't have to vote anymore" if he's elected
Trump, who is the Republican Party's candidate for president, made his remarks at the end of a speech at a conservative Christian event.
DOJ says TikTok collected U.S. user views on sensitive issues
TikTok employees used an internal system to gather sensitive data about U.S. users, federal officials said.
Trump says he will continue outdoor rallies with more Secret Service protection
Former President Donald Trump made the comments on his social media platform Truth Social two weeks after a bullet grazed his ear at a campaign rally.
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What fuels an Olympian? 3 athletes share what they eat in typical day.
We asked three Olympic athletes — gymnast Suni Lee, rugby player Steph Rovetti and swimmer Cullen Jones — what they eat in a day. Here's what they said.
Boar's Head recalls liverwurst across the U.S. over listeria risk
Amid a widening listeria outbreak, Boar's Head is recalling all of its liverwurst products sold nationwide, as well as some deli meats.
Latest shingles vaccination may also help delay dementia, study finds
There may be new hope against dementia after recent research that found the latest shingles vaccine appears to delay the onset of the memory-impairing condition.
Could "rock solid" beds at Olympics impact athletes? A sleep expert weighs in.
The Olympic village beds are "rock solid," according to some athletes on social media. Oh, and there's no AC. A sleep expert explains how these conditions could impact performance.
This Olympic swimmer almost drowned as a kid. Now, he's a lesson advocate.
Prompted by a near-drowning experience as a child, Olympic swimmer Cullen Jones is now a swim lesson advocate. Here are his top tips to stay safe.
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U.S., Japan to announce upgrade in military cooperation
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is expected to announce the enhancement of U.S. Forces Japan into a three-star command that will help the U.S. more closely work alongside Japanese forces.
U.S. wins first gold medal at Paris Olympics
Katie Ledecky won bronze in the women's 400-meter freestyle, while Team USA won silver in the women's 4x100-meter freestyle.
At least a dozen killed in Golan Heights as Israel blames Hezbollah
The strike, the deadliest attack on an Israeli target since the fighting between the two foes erupted in October, raised fears of a broader conflagration in the region.
Samoa boxing coach dies at Olympic Village, officials say
Lionel Elika Fatupaito died from a cardiac arrest on Friday, shortly before the 2024 Games' opening ceremony, the AFP reported.
Inside the Olympic venue 10,000 miles from Paris: Tahiti
The village of Teahupo'o on the tropical island of Tahiti – nearly 10,000 miles away from the French mainland – will serve as the location for the Olympic surfing competition.
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3 members of gospel group killed in plane crash
Three members of the family gospel group The Nelons were among seven people killed in a plane crash in Wyoming Friday.
How a father's death inspired a son's art
Rising Nashville star Stephen Wilson Jr. has a sound that blends country, rock and grunge. His debut album, "søn of dad", has its roots in tragedy: His father's death in 2018. Wilson said it's that painful moment that made the sprawling, 22-track album possible. Jeff Glor has more.
Timberlake's lawyer claims singer wasn't intoxicated when arrested for DWI
Lawyers for singer Justin Timberlake claim their client was not intoxicated when he was arrested for driving while intoxicated in the Hamptons in June.
Video game voice and motion actors announce second strike over AI concerns
Physical performances by actors are being treated as "data," said SAG-AFTRA Chief Contracts Officer Ray Rodriguez said at a news conference.
Jennifer Aniston responds to JD Vance's "childless cat ladies" remark
"Mr. Vance, I pray that your daughter is fortunate enough to bear children of her own one day," Jennifer Aniston said.
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Apple reaches union deal with Maryland store
Apple has reached its first-ever contract with a retail union, coming to a tentative deal with workers at a store in Maryland.
CrowdStrike says 97% of Windows sensors are online
One week after the global computer outage, Windows systems are nearly fully operational, according to CrowdStrike.
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.
Jennifer Wexton makes House floor speech using AI
Rep. Jennifer Wexton of Virginia delivered what is believed to be the first speech ever from the House floor using artificial intelligence voice technology. Wexton was diagnosed last year with a rare neurological disorder that robbed her of her ability to speak clearly.
Meta warns of sextortion scams
Social media giant Meta is issuing a warning over the increasing number of sextortion scams where fake profiles are used to get people to send nude photographs and then threaten to release them unless victims pay up. On Wednesday, Meta said it has removed 6,300 Instagram accounts of scammers in Nigeria who frequently target adult men in the U.S.
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Wildfires rage in Canada and California
In Canada, a fast-moving fire has ravaged the resort town of Jasper, Alberta. In Northern California, fires have burned 164,000 acres of land. CBS News Sacramento reporter Kayla Moeller joins from Chico, California, with more on the wildfires.
India lost its vultures, and scientists say humans have paid the price
Scientists say a common painkiller used on cattle wiped out India's vultures, resulting in half a million human deaths in just 5 years.
Man arrested in connection with Park Fire
Wildfires are spreading across the western U.S. and Canada. In Northern California, the Park Fire has burned over 71,000 acres, and officials have arrested a 42-year-old man on suspicion of arson for starting the fire. CBS News national correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
Italian archaeologists make stunning underwater discovery
The discovery includes "thousands of marble slabs" in "hundreds of different shapes" found in a submerged ancient city.
Wildfires burning across western U.S., Canada
Multiple wildfires on the West Coast and in Canada have forced thousands of people to evacuate. Crews are fighting flames in California, Oregon, Utah and Idaho. CBS News national correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
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What do Stephen Smith's injuries tell about the SC teen's death?
"48 Hours" obtained exclusive access to the findings of an independent investigation into the unsolved death of the South Carolina teen, whose case was linked to the Murdaughs.
Investigators seek public's help in solving ex-model's cold case murder
The brutal murder of a former model in her Georgia home in 2008 remains unsolved. Can you help investigators find her killer?
Deputy in Sonya Massey shooting had troubled past
CBS News has learned that the sheriff's deputy charged with murder in the shooting of Sonya Massey worked for six different law enforcement agencies in four years. He was also discharged from the Army in 2016 for misconduct after receiving a DUI. Roxana Saberi reports.
2 Sinaloa cartel leaders arrested in Texas
Two leaders of the notorious Sinaloa cartel, including one of the sons of the imprisoned drug lord "El Chapo," Joaquín Guzmán López, were apprehended Thursday in Texas. Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, a cofounder of Sinaloa, was lured to Texas by López, according to sources. Manuel Bojorquez has details.
How the FBI captured 2 Sinaloa cartel leaders
The FBI arrested the leader of Mexico's notorious Sinaloa cartel and a son of Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman near El Paso on Thursday. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez is in Irving, Texas, with more details.
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Astronauts aboard ISS amid Starliner issues
Engineers say they're still troubleshooting issues discovered aboard the Boeing Starliner spacecraft that took NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams into space. They were originally supposed to spend eight days aboard the International Space Station. They've now been up there for almost eight weeks.
Boeing's Starliner space capsule faces crucial tests
NASA and Boeing managers are increasingly confident the Starliner capsule is good to go for re-entry and landing.
NASA releases never-seen-before images of Peacock galaxy
The Chandra X-ray observatory was launched on July 23, 1999.
Moon fests, moon movie and full moon mark 55th anniversary of Apollo 11 landing
The cosmos is providing a full moon for the 55th anniversary of the first lunar landing this weekend, and plenty of other events honor Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin's giant leap.
Marking 55 years since Apollo 11 moon landing
This weekend marks 55 years since the historic Apollo 11 moon landing. Retired NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao joins CBS News to look back on the small step for man and giant leap for mankind.
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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.
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.
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?
Donald Sutherland
The actor, recipient of a lifetime achievement Academy Award, was renowned for such films as "MASH," "Klute," "Don't Look Now," "Ordinary People," and "The Hunger Games."
Becky Bliefnick texted about fear of her estranged husband
The Illinois mom wrote, "If something ever happens to me, please make sure the number one person of interest is Tim." Take a look at the evidence that led to Tim Bliefnick's arrest.
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"Here Comes the Sun," James Patterson and more
After author Michael Crichton passed away in 2006, his wife Sherri Crichton asked James Patterson to finish the novel Michael had started. Tracy Smith sits down with Patterson and Sherri Crichton to discuss the process behind writing "Eruption." Then, Ben Tracy travels to Hawaii to learn about British explorer Captain James Cook. "Here Comes the Sun" is a closer look at some of the people, places and things we bring you every week on "CBS Sunday Morning."
Stephen Smith: A Death in Murdaugh Country
New evidence discovered after Murdaugh murders reignites a cold case. "48 Hours" obtains findings of independent forensic experts. CBS News national correspondent Nikki Battiste reports.
Solve this case: Who killed Kay Wenal?
Help solve a murder case: a former model brutally killed in her Georgia home. Someone out there knows something ... is it you? "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty investigates.
Olympic Games get underway in Paris
The Olympic Games kicked into gear in Paris Saturday, as the U.S. claimed its first medal, earning silver in the women's synchronized 3-meter springboard. Jamie Yuccas reports on all the action from Paris.
Apple reaches union deal with Maryland store
Apple has reached its first-ever contract with a retail union, coming to a tentative deal with workers at a store in Maryland.