Wall Street kicks off 2017 with a flourish
All three major indexes closed higher on the year’s first day of trading, led by energy, banks and tech names
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Ex-Treasury chief Summers: Markets are ignoring Trump risks
The Harvard economist says the post-election market surge fails to reflect the new administration’s hardline trade views
The biggest threat to investor optimism in 2017
Wall Street may be setting itself up for a fall by betting the Trump administration will deliver all it's promising
Wall Street ends 2016 way ahead of its start
Stocks repeatedly bounced back from steep slumps, leaving investors feeling a lot better than most expected
Obama's economic legacy: A mixed bag
The outgoing chief executive has presided over tepid economic and household income growth, but a rip-roaring stock market
Looking past Dow 20,000 -- to trouble in 2017
Stocks are on the cusp of a historic hurdle, but fresh challenges could await, especially if history does some repeating
The Dow is surging toward 20,000 on a thin crest
U.S. equities soared to new record highs on Wednesday, but has Wall Street come too far too fast?
3 solid stocks that also pay juicy dividends
These names emerged from screens that Morningstar uses to cull the top dividend payers that are attractively priced
Is the Dow, after blasting through 19K, headed for 20K?
Stocks are powering deeper into record territory, and a combination of factors looks set to propel them higher
Dow 19,000: What finally got it this high
A worrisome trend has reversed, and it means investors who are late to the party can still get in -- if they're careful
U.S. stocks fall short of record highs
Dow Jones industrials, S&P 500 and Nasdaq indexes each needed just a few points to top previous peaks
“A slugfest between uncertainty and speculative fever”
That’s one Wall Street veteran’s description of the wild stock market action since Election Day
3 dire warnings coming from the bond market
While the stock market's post-election rally feels good, the rout in Treasury bonds is a big worry -- here's why
Boosted by "Trump rally," Dow hits new record
Talk that the Trump administration will ramp up public spending and cut taxes is lifting stocks
Financial markets plunge on news of Trump win
Stock and currency markets from Tokyo to Mexico City to New York slump as traders hit by uncertainty over what Trump presidency will look like
Stocks rise as investors await election results
U.S. financial markets are up for a second straight day after ending historic nine-day losing streak
Markets predict Hillary Clinton will beat Donald Trump
Higher stocks, a stronger Mexican peso and election bourses augur a Democratic victory -- but are they right?
Election history lessons for investors
The stock market’s past performance after presidential elections offers some solace as this tumultuous battle finally ends
U.S. stocks surge after FBI clears Clinton
Emerging from a nine-day slump, financial markets jump after probe of Democratic candidate's emails reveals nothing new
Wall Street slides for ninth straight day
Even a healthy jobs report wasn’t enough to keep stocks in the black for the day, given the election cliffhanger
For investors and retirees worried about the election
The stock market is apparently spooked by the twists of campaign 2016, so how can you protect your hard-earned money?
Are markets predicting a surprise Trump win?
Just a week to go before Election Day, some key Wall Street indicators are showing shifting expectations as polls tighten
Positioning your portfolio for a post-election surge
While many investors fear a market meltdown, some Wall Street pros are instead gearing up for the opposite – a “melt-up”
Clinton or Trump? Nervous U.S. investors await answer
Most American investors say the presidential race has impacted their investments this year. Their top pick right now? Cash
Get ready for some spooky stock trading in October
After September's volatility, stocks could run into more serious bouts of trouble in this historically rough month
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire expected to halt war in Lebanon within hours
Israel and the Iran-backed group Hezbollah have apparently reached an agreement to end their year-long war in Lebanon.
Trump "border czar" Tom Homan to visit border with Texas governor
Tom Homan and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott will be serving meals to troops stationed as part of Operation Lone Star.
Trump threatens to impose sweeping new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China
He said he'd do it to help crack down on illegal immigration and drugs. Economists say such tariffs could dramatically raise prices on everything from gas to autos.
FBI agent acquitted in 2020 train shooting is arrested for sexual assault
An FBI agent who in 2022 was acquitted of attempted murder for shooting a man on a train near Washington, D.C., has been accused of sexual assault.
Trump transition aide Boris Epshteyn sparking internal strife over appointments
Republicans vying for jobs allege Trump transition aide Boris Epshteyn has been mixing private consulting with his transition role.
Why Thanksgiving may feel different for Americans on weight loss drugs
This may be the first Thanksgiving for millions of Americans who are on GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic, Zepbound or Wegovy.
Hostel staff detained after 6 deaths linked to alcohol poisoning
Alcohol tainted with methanol is suspected to be the cause of the six deaths.
World's oldest man dies in England
John Tinniswood, the world's oldest man, has died in northern England. He credited his longevity largely to "pure luck," but did offer advice about over-indulging - in anything.
Why an Australian dictionary picked "ens***tification" as the word of 2024
Australia's Macquarie Dictionary picks "ens***tification" as its word of 2024, tapping into a sense that digital services are getting worse as companies prioritize profits.
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A day in the life of a Southwest plane during Thanksgiving travel season
Southwest Airlines gears up for record-breaking Thanksgiving travel, coordinating thousands of flights daily to ensure millions of passengers reach their destinations.
Trump "border czar" Tom Homan to visit border with Texas governor
Tom Homan and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott will be serving meals to troops stationed as part of Operation Lone Star.
FBI agent acquitted in 2020 train shooting is arrested for sexual assault
An FBI agent who in 2022 was acquitted of attempted murder for shooting a man on a train near Washington, D.C., has been accused of sexual assault.
Osprey ferrying White House staff in N.Y. grounded due to safety issue
An Osprey being used to ferry White House staff and government officials from an event in New York was grounded Monday.
Sonar image was not Amelia Earhart plane, exploration team says
A sonar image suspected of showing the remains of the plane of Amelia Earhart has turned out to be a rock formation.
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A day in the life of a Southwest plane during Thanksgiving travel season
Southwest Airlines gears up for record-breaking Thanksgiving travel, coordinating thousands of flights daily to ensure millions of passengers reach their destinations.
Biden wants drugs like Wegovy, Ozempic covered by Medicare, Medicaid
Millions of Americans would be eligible to have popular weight-loss drugs like Wegovy or Ozempic covered by Medicare and Medicaid under a rule the Biden administration has proposed.
Walmart the latest big corporation to scale back DEI policies
Walmart is rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, joining a growing list of major corporations doing the same after coming under attack by conservative activists.
Planning to retire at 65? Most Americans have to stop working earlier.
Most Americans are forced to retire earlier than they had expected, often disrupting their financial planning.
Trump threatens to impose new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China on first day in office
President-elect Donald Trump threatened to impose new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China as soon as he takes office as part of his efforts to crack down on illegal immigration and drugs.
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Trump "border czar" Tom Homan to visit border with Texas governor
Tom Homan and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott will be serving meals to troops stationed as part of Operation Lone Star.
No-fault divorce advocates start to fret as talk of banning it bubbles up
Warnings have been popping up on social media urging women who might be considering divorce to "pull the trigger" while they still have the option of no-fault divorce.
Biden wants drugs like Wegovy, Ozempic covered by Medicare, Medicaid
Millions of Americans would be eligible to have popular weight-loss drugs like Wegovy or Ozempic covered by Medicare and Medicaid under a rule the Biden administration has proposed.
Walmart the latest big corporation to scale back DEI policies
Walmart is rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, joining a growing list of major corporations doing the same after coming under attack by conservative activists.
Biden will attend Trump's inauguration in January, White House says
President-elect Donald Trump skipped President Biden's inauguration following Trump's supporters' Capitol assault.
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Why Thanksgiving may feel different for Americans on weight loss drugs
This may be the first Thanksgiving for millions of Americans who are on GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic, Zepbound or Wegovy.
West Virginia ends promising subsidy program for GLP-1 weight loss drugs
In 2020, West Virginia launched a pilot program to subsidize GLP-1 drugs for public employees, but the program was shuttered in March.
As many as 1 in 5 people won't lose weight with GLP-1 drugs, experts say
About 20% of patients — as many as 1 in 5 — may not respond well to medications like Mounjaro and Wegovy, according to several obesity experts.
A study to devise nutritional guidance just for you
When it comes to eating healthy, all of us respond to foods differently. The National Institutes of Health's new nutrition study hopes to finally provide Americans a personalized answer to the question: "What should I eat?"
A study to personalize nutrition guidance just for you
From the four food groups to the Food Pyramid, the U.S. government has long offered guidance to Americans hoping to eat a healthier diet. But there's growing scientific consensus that when it comes to eating healthy, all of us respond to foods differently. And to prove it, the National Institutes of Health has embarked on the most ambitious nutrition study ever, hoping to finally provide Americans a personalized answer to the question: "What should I eat?" Correspondent Lee Cowan reports.
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Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire expected to halt war in Lebanon within hours
Israel and the Iran-backed group Hezbollah have apparently reached an agreement to end their year-long war in Lebanon.
U.S. says unexplained drone sightings near U.K. military bases ongoing
The U.S. Air Force says more unexplained drones have been sighted near major British military bases used by American forces.
Why an Australian dictionary picked "ens***tification" as the word of 2024
Australia's Macquarie Dictionary picks "ens***tification" as its word of 2024, tapping into a sense that digital services are getting worse as companies prioritize profits.
Hostel staff detained after 6 deaths linked to alcohol poisoning
Alcohol tainted with methanol is suspected to be the cause of the six deaths.
Chinese military aircraft shadow U.S. Navy spy plane over Taiwan Strait
China sent military planes to track a U.S. anti-submarine Navy aircraft as it transited the Taiwan Strait, Beijing says, as tension mounts between the superpowers.
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Danielle Pinnock talks "Ghosts"
Actor Danielle Pinnock joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her role in the hit CBS comedy "Ghosts," where she plays a spirited 1920s jazz singer with plenty of sass.
Colman Domingo on starring in "The Madness"
From Emmy wins to Oscar nods, Colman Domingo reflects on his career and dives into his latest role in Netflix's "The Madness."
Brittney Griner shares pictures of baby Bash
Brittney Griner and her wife Cherelle welcomed their son, Bash, in July. Now, they're sharing adorable family photos and looking ahead to their first Christmas together.
Drake accuses Spotify, UMG of inflating Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us"
The petition alleges UMG used bots to drive up streams on "Not Like Us," paid radio promoters to increase air play and paid Apple to have Siri misdirect users to Kendrick Lamar's hit song.
"Glicked" sweeps box office
"Wicked" led the box office with $114 million, while "Gladiator II" earned $55 million in a record-setting pre-Thanksgiving weekend. The combined success marks the biggest pre-Thanksgiving weekend opening since the COVID-19 pandemic. Rebecca Rubin, a senior film and media reporter with Variety, has more.
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AI grandma tool helps fend off phone scams
British phone company Virgin Media O2 has developed an AI-generated grandmother to talk to scammers all day and waste their time so you don't have to. CBS News Confirmed executive producer Melissa Mahtani has more on the "grandma" and how you can protect yourself from phone scams.
Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor
Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.
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.
How AI can help to plan your next vacation
More than one third of travelers says they've incorporated artificial intelligence into their travel planning, according to a recent survey. CBS News compared how efficient booking a trip with the help of AI is compared to doing the research yourself.
Microsoft 365 is experiencing an outage. Here's what to know.
Microsoft said it's investigating an issue impacting access to Microsoft 365 and its Teams app.
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Dishing up space food
At the Johnson Space Food Systems Laboratory in Houston, NASA scientists develop dishes – freeze-dried, heat-stabilized, or irradiated – to serve on the International Space Station. Correspondent David Pogue checks out what's on the menu in Earth orbit.
How are U.S. winters permanently changing?
This winter, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted above-average temperatures throughout the U.S. because of a "slowly developing" La Niña pattern. CBS News Sacramento meteorologist Tracy Humphrey reports on the changing winter conditions.
Emperor penguin found on Australian beach released at sea after 20 days of care
The only emperor penguin known to have swum from Antarctica to Australia was released at sea 20 days after he waddled ashore on a popular tourist beach.
Iceland volcano flares in region's 7th eruption in one year
A volcano erupted in southern Iceland, near the town of Grindavík and the Blue Lagoon spa, marking the region's seventh eruption in a year.
How collecting pine cones helps renew Oregon forests after wildfires
Conservationists are teaming up with the U.S. Forest Service and logging companies to clear scorched land and make room for new reforestation projects.
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Menendez brothers resentencing delayed
A hearing for Erik and Lyle Menendez, brothers convicted of killing their parents more than three decades ago, was postponed Monday after technical issues with the brothers' virtual appearance. The family of the brothers are asking a judge to reduce their sentences of life without parole.
FBI agent acquitted in 2020 train shooting is arrested for sexual assault
An FBI agent who in 2022 was acquitted of attempted murder for shooting a man on a train near Washington, D.C., has been accused of sexual assault.
Menendez brothers resentencing delayed
A California judge on Monday delayed his decision on whether to resentence the Menendez brothers until January. In October, the outgoing Los Angeles district attorney requested a judge reconsider Lyle and Erik's sentences for the 1989 murders of their parents after new evidence was introduced. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston reports.
NFL, NBA warn players about burglaries
The NFL and the NBA have issued warnings to players about transnational gangs that may be targeting them for burglaries. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more on the criminals behind the schemes.
Paths for Menendez brothers' freedom
There are three legal paths for the Menendez brothers to potentially leave prison after serving several decades for the 1989 killings of their parents. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the latest in their legal battle.
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Webb telescope captures stunning new image of the "Sombrero galaxy"
The Sombrero galaxy, named for its resemblance to the Mexican hat, is about 30 million light-years from Earth.
Blue Origin launches 6 tourists to the edge of space
Marc and Sharon Hagle, both making their second space flight, were among the passengers for the NS-28 mission.
Blue Origin launches 9th space tourism flight
The ninth Blue Origin space tourism flight launched from West Texas Friday morning. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood and space expert Scott Heidler offered analysis of the flight.
Trump, Musk attend SpaceX launch
President-elect Donald Trump attended SpaceX's sixth flight test of its Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday with CEO Elon Musk. The burgeoning friendship between the two men played a key role in Trump's reelection, with Musk now set to run a government efficiency agency in the coming months. CBS News political reporter Jake Rosen and Politico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk join "America Decides" with more.
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.
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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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How airlines manage the holiday travel surge
Airlines expect to fly over 31 million passengers this holiday season. Kris Van Cleave gives a rare look at the coordination it takes to make it happen.
Sneak peek: The Firefighter's Secret
A young woman is found dead in her burning home. She'd been involved with a firefighter — could he have set a fire to cover her murder? "48 Hours" contributor Nikki Battiste reports Saturday, Nov. 30 at 10/9c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
How much freedom is too much for kids?
Psychologist David Friedlander of the Child Mind Institute discusses how parents can balance children's independence with safety concerns.
Biden expected to announce Lebanon ceasefire
President Biden is expected to announce that the U.S. and France have secured a 60-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, a U.S. official tells CBS News. CBS News contributor Robert Berger has more details on how the ceasefire will work and what it means for the Middle East moving forward.
How to enjoy a healthier Thanksgiving feast
Dr. Jon LaPook joins "CBS Mornings Plus" with strategies for a healthier Thanksgiving from smarter eating to better portion control.