With the U.S. labor market ending 2023 on a high note and the jobless rate holding steady at a two-decade low, economists say there’s an open job for everyone who wants one.
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Wayne LaPierre to resign from NRA ahead of corruption trialWayne LaPierre to resign from NRA ahead of corruption trial
NRA director to step down ahead of civil trial NRA director to step down ahead of corruption trial 02:07 Wayne LaPierre is stepping down from the National Rifle Association after
Some Verizon customers can claim part of $100 million settlement. Here’s how.Some Verizon customers can claim part of $100 million settlement. Here’s how.
Verizon customers may be eligible for small payment in fee overcharging settlement Verizon customers may be eligible for small payment in fee overcharging settlement 00:26 Some Verizon customers may be
As gun violence increases, active shooter defense industry boomsAs gun violence increases, active shooter defense industry booms
A 6th grader was killed and five others were injured in a shooting at Perry High School in Perry, Iowa, on Thursday. American schools are expected to spend $3.5 billion
Peloton shares jump as it partners with TikTok on fitness contentPeloton shares jump as it partners with TikTok on fitness content
Peloton Interactive and TikTok are teaming to develop fitness content, the exercise equipment maker and social platform said Thursday. The partnership marks the first time that Peloton will produce custom
SpaceX illegally fired workers who criticized Elon Musk, federal labor watchdog saysSpaceX illegally fired workers who criticized Elon Musk, federal labor watchdog says
Federal labor regulators allege that SpaceX illegally fired employees who publicly criticized Elon Musk, the exploration company’s founder and CEO. According to allegations laid out in a complaint filed Wednesday
After exit of Claudine Gay, Bill Ackman paints bull’s-eye on diversity programsAfter exit of Claudine Gay, Bill Ackman paints bull’s-eye on diversity programs
Billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman, a ringleader in the campaign to oust former Harvard University President Claudine Gay, is fixing his sights on another target that he says has
Saved $1 million for retirement? Here’s where your money will last the longest around the U.S.Saved $1 million for retirement? Here’s where your money will last the longest around the U.S.
Retirement saving tips in your 20s and 30s Maximizing your retirement contributions throughout your career 03:26 Americans looking to stretch their retirement savings may want to head to states in
Elon Musk’s X worth 71.5% less than it was when he bought the platform in 2022, Fidelity saysElon Musk’s X worth 71.5% less than it was when he bought the platform in 2022, Fidelity says
X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, is now worth an estimated 71.5% less than it was when Elon Musk purchased the platform in Oct. 2022, according to a
The FAFSA for the 2024-25 academic year is arriving. Some big changes may impact your student’s financial aid.The FAFSA for the 2024-25 academic year is arriving. Some big changes may impact your student’s financial aid.
The college financial aid form filled out annually by millions of families is getting an overhaul. The new version is now available. and it comes with some major changes that
These were some of the most potentially dangerous products recalled in 2023These were some of the most potentially dangerous products recalled in 2023
Although U.S. consumers buy products on the assumption that they are safe, potentially dangerous items often make it past regulators and into retailers. In 2023, the year began and ended
Consulting firm McKinsey agrees to $78 million settlement with insurers over opioidsConsulting firm McKinsey agrees to $78 million settlement with insurers over opioids
Consulting firm McKinsey and Co. has agreed to pay $78 million to settle claims from insurers and health care funds that its work with drug companies helped fuel an opioid
What’s open on New Year’s Eve? Stores, restaurants and fast food places ringing in 2024 with open doors.What’s open on New Year’s Eve? Stores, restaurants and fast food places ringing in 2024 with open doors.
Designing the iconic New Year’s Eve ball Master craftsman on designing the iconic New Year’s Eve ball in Times Square 03:45 The arrival of New Year’s Eve invariably brings a
2023 a mixed bag for Wall Street, U.S. economy2023 a mixed bag for Wall Street, U.S. economy
2023 a mixed bag for Wall Street, U.S. economy – CBS News Watch CBS News It has been a blockbuster year for investors, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average, the
Feds say they won’t bring second trial against Sam Bankman-FriedFeds say they won’t bring second trial against Sam Bankman-Fried
A second trial of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried on charges not in the cryptocurrency fraud case presented to a jury that convicted him in November is not necessary, prosecutors told
Some Americans are getting a second Social Security check today. Here’s why.Some Americans are getting a second Social Security check today. Here’s why.
About 1 in 10 Social Security recipients will receive a double December payment, with their second monthly check arriving on December 29. That’s because of a quirk in the system
Almost 5 million blenders sold at Costco, Target and Walmart are recalled because blades are breaking offAlmost 5 million blenders sold at Costco, Target and Walmart are recalled because blades are breaking off
BlendJet Inc. is recalling about 4.8 million portable blenders sold at Costco, Target and Walmart after receiving reports of blades breaking off as well as the product overheating or catching
Social Security’s high earners will get almost $5,000 a month in 2024. Here’s how they got there.Social Security’s high earners will get almost $5,000 a month in 2024. Here’s how they got there.
Social Security recipients could face some big changes in 2024, thanks to inflation and tax-related adjustments that will impact everything from monthly benefits to how much recipients owe in taxes.
Apple Watch ban is put on hold by appeals courtApple Watch ban is put on hold by appeals court
Apple won a temporary reprieve in the legal battle over its Apple Watch product, with an appeals court on Wednesday ordering a pause on a ban of the product that
Biden administration allows ban on some Apple Watch imports to take holdBiden administration allows ban on some Apple Watch imports to take hold
Apple appeals U.S. ban on watch imports Apple appeals U.S. ban on watch imports over patent dispute 02:07 The Biden administration let stand on Tuesday the U.S. International Trade Commission’s
Almost 10 million workers in 22 states will get raises on January 1. See where wages are rising.Almost 10 million workers in 22 states will get raises on January 1. See where wages are rising.
New Jersey minimum wage to increase in new year New Jersey minimum wage to increase in new year 00:33 Higher minimum wages will go into effect on January 1 across
Southwest Airlines cancels hundreds of flights, disrupting some holiday travelersSouthwest Airlines cancels hundreds of flights, disrupting some holiday travelers
Christmas Day flight delays, cancellations at Chicago airports Christmas Day flight delays, cancellations at Chicago airports 02:37 After thousands of U.S. flights were canceled or delayed over the holidays in
Is anything open on Christmas Day? Store and restaurant chains whose doors are open today.Is anything open on Christmas Day? Store and restaurant chains whose doors are open today.
You’ll need $46,000 to afford the 12 Days of Christmas You’ll need $46,000 to afford the 12 Days of Christmas 00:25 If you still need to find a (very) last-minute
Hermès scion wants to leave fortune to his ex-gardener. These people also chose unexpected heirs.Hermès scion wants to leave fortune to his ex-gardener. These people also chose unexpected heirs.
Nicolas Puech, a descendent of France’s Hermès family, one of the richest clans in Europe, has expressed his wish to bequeath billions to his former gardener, according to multiple reports.
What’s open on Christmas Eve 2023? See the hours for major stores and restaurants.What’s open on Christmas Eve 2023? See the hours for major stores and restaurants.
Tips for last-minute holiday shopping Tips for last-minute holiday shopping 04:27 With the arrival of Christmas Eve inevitably comes the last-minute rush for gifts and ingredients for holiday meals. Before
“Super Saturday” brings out droves of Christmas shoppers“Super Saturday” brings out droves of Christmas shoppers
“Super Saturday” brings out droves of Christmas shoppers – CBS News Watch CBS News Shoppers were expected to turn out in huge numbers for the last Saturday before Christmas, known
Cummins agrees to pay record $1.67 billion penalty for modified engines that created excess emissionsCummins agrees to pay record $1.67 billion penalty for modified engines that created excess emissions
Cummins Inc. has agreed to pay an over $1.67 billion penalty to settle claims by regulators that the engine manufacturer unlawfully altered hundreds of thousands of pickup truck engines to
Wayfair CEO’s holiday message to employees: Work harderWayfair CEO’s holiday message to employees: Work harder
Wayfair’s chief executive sent a bracing year-end message to the furniture chain’s more than 14,000 employees: Work more. He emphasized that the company is “back to winning” as its market
Got “tipping fatigue”? Here are some tips on how much to give for the holidays.Got “tipping fatigue”? Here are some tips on how much to give for the holidays.
Seemingly ubiquitous requests for tips may be dampening Americans’ generosity. As of November, service-sector workers in non-restaurant leisure and hospitality jobs made an average of $1.28 an hour in tips,
Rudy Giuliani files for bankruptcy following $146 million defamation suit judgmentRudy Giuliani files for bankruptcy following $146 million defamation suit judgment
Former New York City mayor and Donald Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani filed for bankruptcy Thursday, according to a court filing. Giuliani filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy less than a week
Toyota recalls 1 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles because air bag may not deploy properlyToyota recalls 1 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles because air bag may not deploy properly
Toyota recalls 1 million vehicles Toyota recalls 1 million vehicles over air bag issue 00:27 Toyota is recalling roughly 1 million cars in the U.S. because the front passenger air
Texas-based housing developer accused of targeting Hispanic borrowers in predatory lending scheme, lawsuit saysTexas-based housing developer accused of targeting Hispanic borrowers in predatory lending scheme, lawsuit says
Washington — A Texas-based housing developer and mortgage lender is accused of targeting members of the Houston area’s Hispanic community by offering loans to people who could not pay them
Deep flaws in FDA oversight of medical devices — and patient harm — exposed in lawsuits and recordsDeep flaws in FDA oversight of medical devices — and patient harm — exposed in lawsuits and records
Living with diabetes, Carlton “PeeWee” Gautney Jr. relied on a digital device about the size of a deck of playing cards to pump insulin into his bloodstream. The pump, manufactured
IRS to waive $1 billion in penalties for millions of taxpayers. Here’s who qualifies.IRS to waive $1 billion in penalties for millions of taxpayers. Here’s who qualifies.
The IRS is waiving penalty fees for people who failed to pay back taxes that total less than $100,000 per year for tax years 2020 and 2021. The relief measure
Southwest Airlines in $140 million deal with feds over 2022 holiday travel meltdownSouthwest Airlines in $140 million deal with feds over 2022 holiday travel meltdown
Southwest Airlines will pay a $35 million fine as part of a $140 million agreement to settle a federal investigation into a meltdown in December 2022 when the airline canceled
Japanese steel company purchasing Pittsburgh-based U.S. Steel in deal worth nearly $15 billionJapanese steel company purchasing Pittsburgh-based U.S. Steel in deal worth nearly $15 billion
Japanese steel company purchasing Pittsburgh-based U.S. Steel in deal worth nearly $15 billion Japanese steel company purchasing Pittsburgh-based U.S. Steel in deal worth nearly $15 billion 00:35 PITTSBURGH (KDKA) —
WeightWatchers launches program for users of Ozempic and other weight-loss drugsWeightWatchers launches program for users of Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs
For those who thought Ozempic would spell the end of diet programs, think again. WeightWatchers this week launched WeightWatchers GLP-1, a subscription program focused on the health and nutrition needs
What does it take to get into an Ivy League college? For some students, a $750,000 consultant.What does it take to get into an Ivy League college? For some students, a $750,000 consultant.
Ways to secure a scholarship, as cost of college soars Ways to secure a scholarship, as cost of college soars 02:33 Getting into an Ivy League college or another elite