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Harris says "Joe Biden is our nominee" after calls for him to step aside
Vice President Kamala Harris immediately pushed back on the idea that President Joe Biden should step aside, after Democratic Rep. Lloyd Doggett of Texas called on him to leave the race in the wake of his unsteady debate performance last week."Look, Joe Biden is our nominee," she said in an exclusive interview with CBS News. "We beat Trump once, and we're going to beat him again, period."Harris said she's "proud to be Joe Biden's running mate" and declined to directly answer a question about whether she's ready to lead the country if necessary.Speaking with CBS News' Nidia Cavazos after a...
Woman accused of posing as heiress in scam is extradited to U.K.
A woman accused of traveling across the U.S. claiming to be an Irish heiress and scamming several victims out of tens of thousands of dollars has been extradited to the United Kingdom, a U.S. official said Tuesday.Marianne Smyth, 54, faces charges of theft and fraud by abuse of position for allegedly stealing more than $170,000 from victims she met through her work as an independent mortgage adviser in Northern Ireland from 2008 to 2010. A U.S. magistrate judge in Maine ruled in May that there was sufficient evidence for extradition of Smyth, who accusers say has also fashioned herself as a...
Pew study: U.S. divided on whether the American Dream is still possible
About half of Americans still think the American Dream — the idea that anyone can get ahead through hard work and determination — is achievable, according to findings released Tuesday by Pew Research Center. While 53% say the American Dream remains possible, another 41% believe the life of relative economic security the notion once conjured up is now out of reach, the survey of 8,709 U.S. adults found. That divide roughly held regardless of race, ethnicity, partisanship and education of respondents, the nonpartisan think tank found. The gap proved wider by age and income, with older and wealthier Americans more likely to...
Nikki Hiltz, transgender runner, qualifies for U.S. Olympic team
American transgender middle-distance runner Nikki Hiltz qualified for the 2024 Olympic Games on Sunday with a record-breaking performance in the women's 1,500-meter final.Hiltz finished the race in first place with a final time of 3:55.33 at the U.S. Olympic track & field trials, held at the University of Oregon's Hayward Field, surpassing Elle St. Pierre's 2021 U.S. trials record of 3:58:03.In an Instagram post, Hiltz, who uses they/them pronouns, called the moment "a childhood dream of mine" that came true. They went on to thank supporters, saying, "All I know is today I'm waking up just so grateful for my people,...
FTC blocks Tempur Sealy's $4 billion purchase of Mattress Firm
Tempur Sealy's proposed $4 billion acquisition of Mattress Firm is getting challenged by the Federal Trade Commission, the antitrust agency announced on Tuesday.The FTC unanimously voted to go to federal court to stop the country's biggest mattress maker from merging with the largest bedding retailer, saying the combined company would have "the ability and incentive to suppress competition and raise prices for mattresses for millions of consumers." Tempur Sealy has shown it plans to curtail competitors' access to Mattress Firm's nationwide network of stores, significantly impairing their ability to compete, the FTC said. Those predominantly American manufacturers employ thousands and would...
4 alternatives to a debt relief service to know
We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms. If it's difficult to keep up with your high-interest debt, you may have considered enrolling in a debt relief service. These services can offer substantial relief, often through negotiations - either of the balances you owe or the interest rates you're charged. But, debt relief services typically aren't free. For example, if you opt for debt settlement, you'll usually pay between 15% and 25% of your enrolled balance as a service fee following successful negotiations. And, other types of debt relief...
After being paralyzed, this 20-year-old competed in a marathon
Mason Branstrator has always been an athlete, but three years ago, at just 17 years old, his active lifestyle changed forever."I was going for an ordinary day of downhill skiing, but this time, it was a lot different," Mason, an experienced skier who frequented the slopes in his home state of Minnesota, told CBS News. "I remember thinking right as I left the jump, 'I'm going a little fast.' And that was the last thing I remember before everything went black."Mason broke his T-12 vertebra, which affects lower body functions. He was paralyzed from the waist down. As an avid...
Ailing Spirit Airlines drops some junk fees in hopes of luring travelers
Spirit Airlines, known for its cheap fares and à la carte flight upgrades, is rolling out another perk it hopes will draw travelers: fewer fees. In May, the Miramar, Florida-based carrier stopped charging customers for canceling and changing flights, a move Spirit executives expect will pay off despite the loss of fee revenue. The airline also increased the weight for checked bags from 40 pounds to 50 pounds, the industry standard.Although the airline's domestic business is growing, it saw a dip in traffic for international flights in the first quarter, federal transportation data shows."What we've seen over time is that less...
Taiwan demands release of fishing vessel it says was seized by China
Taiwan said the Chinese coast guard boarded a Taiwanese fishing boat Tuesday before steering it to a port in mainland China, and demanded that Beijing release the vessel.The Dajinman 88 was intercepted by two Chinese vessels Tuesday evening near the Kinmen archipelago, which lies a short distance off China's coast but is controlled by Taiwan, Taiwanese maritime authorities said in a statement. Taiwan dispatched two vessels to rescue the Dajinman 88 but were blocked by Chinese boats and told not to interfere, the statement said. The pursuit was called off to avoid escalating the conflict, the statement added."The Coast Guard...
Trump sentencing delayed as judge weighs Supreme Court immunity ruling
The judge who presided over Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York agreed on Tuesday to postpone Trump's sentencing hearing until September as he considers a challenge stemming from the Supreme Court's decision on presidential immunity.Justice Juan Merchan informed Trump's lawyers and Manhattan prosecutors of his decision to delay the July 11 sentencing in response to a pair of letters from the two sides following the Supreme Court's ruling on Monday. The high court found that former presidents enjoy broad immunity for official acts, and said evidence involving those acts cannot be used in prosecutions over unofficial activity.Hours after the...
Tumi luggage sale: Save up to 40% ahead of 4th of July
CBS Essentials is created independently of the CBS News editorial staff. We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms. If you've got a summer vacation on the books, we have great news: Tumi is running a sale for the 4th of July. This is a luggage brand whose sales are, to put it mildly, popular and rare. Right now, the high-end luggage brand is offering steep discounts on select styles, including duffel bags, suitcases of varying sizes and more.Tumi Voyageur Oxford carry-on: Save $195The Tumi Voyageur Oxford compact...
Investing in 1-ounce gold bars this July? 4 costly mistakes to avoid
We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms. If you want to ensure that your investment portfolio is prepared to weather financial storms, there may be no better asset to invest in than gold. For starters, gold is a well-known safe-haven asset, meaning that it tends to retain or increase in value during periods of economic uncertainty. That, in turn, helps to offset losses from other assets when the market is volatile. Gold is also an effective tool in terms of portfolio diversification and inflation hedging — both...
Patients on these antidepressants were more likely to gain weight, study says
New research is comparing the weight changes of patients taking different types of antidepressants, one of the most commonly prescribed medications in the United States.The study, published on Tuesday in the Annals of Internal Medicine, analyzed the data of 183,118 patients across 8 U.S. health systems from 2010 to 2019. It found that some antidepressants were associated with more weight gain than others.At six months, users of escitalopram (which is sold under the brand name Lexapro), paroxetine (Paxil) and duloxetine (Cymbalta) were 10% to 15% more likely to gain at least 5% of their baseline weight than sertraline (Zoloft) users. Bupropion...
5 ways seniors can boost their income this July
We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms. The start of a new month is often an ideal time to re-evaluate your financial situation. For many seniors and older adults, however, it is critical to do so. With budgets closely tied to retirement savings and Social Security — and inflation and higher interest rates deteriorating both — many seniors must look for ways to boost their income this July.While each person's financial situation is different — and the level of risk each is willing to take varies —...
U.K. nurse convicted of killing 7 babies found guilty of another attempted murder
Lucy Letby, a British neonatal nurse who is serving a life sentence for murdering seven babies and attempting to murder six others, was convicted Tuesday of trying to kill another infant in her care.A jury found that Letby, 34, tried to kill a baby girl, known as Child K, in February 2016 at the Countess of Chester Hospital in northwestern England. A previous jury had failed to reach a verdict on the case. Letby, who testified that she never harmed a child, was accused of trying to murder the "very premature" child by dislodging her breathing tube in the early hours...
July 4th gas prices expected to hit lowest level in 3 years
Low gas prices are something for drivers to celebrate this July 4th, with costs at the pump expected to hit their lowest levels since 2021. The average price of gasoline on Independence Day is expected to be $3.49 per gallon nationwide, the lowest price it's been on the busy travel holiday in three years, according to GasBuddy, a fuel savings platform. That could mean serious cost savings compared with a few years ago for the 60.6 million motorists who are expected to travel by car to celebrate the federal holiday, according to AAA.Last year, this national average price of gas was $3.50,...
Best deals on portable monitors ahead of Prime Day 2024
CBS Essentials is created independently of the CBS News editorial staff. We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms. Sometimes one monitor just isn't enough. Whether you're a digital nomad, a traveling pro or just someone who wants more screen real estate, a portable monitor can dramatically boost your productivity. It means extra space and extra chances to get some work done. if you're looking to pick up a portable monitor right now, you'll be excited to know that there are a few options available ahead of...
Sam's Club 4th of July deal: Save 60% on a new membership
CBS Essentials is created independently of the CBS News editorial staff. We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms. This content is sponsored by Sam's Club.The Fourth of July is here, which means the time is right to join a warehouse club such as Sam's Club. There's a major Fourth of July deal on memberships that'll save you $30 off the usual $50 price.We're huge fans of Sam's Club here at CBS Essentials. The retailer offers just about all the name-brand groceries and home essentials your family...
FDA approves new Alzheimer's treatment from Eli Lilly
The Food and Drug Administration approved a new Alzheimer's treatment called donanemab on Tuesday, clearing the way for the third addition to a new class of drugs aimed at slowing the brain's decline in patients facing the early stages of the disease. Branded as Kisunla by drugmaker Eli Lilly, donanemab's approval follows years of setbacks and delays in getting the experimental Alzheimer's treatment to market, despite promising clinical trial results.Eli Lilly says the drug will be available within weeks following the approval."Kisunla demonstrated very meaningful results for people with early symptomatic Alzheimer's disease, who urgently need effective treatment options. We know...
U.S. to announce $2.3 billion in military assistance for Ukraine
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Tuesday that the U.S. will soon announce more than $2.3 billion in military assistance for Ukraine, one of the largest aid packages committed to Ukraine since Russia's 2022 invasion."I am proud that the U.S. will soon announce more than $2.3 billion in new security assistance for Ukraine. This package under presidential drawdown authority will provide more air defense interceptors, anti-tank weapons and other critical munitions from U.S. inventories," Austin during a meeting Tuesday at the Pentagon with Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov. "It will also enable the U.S. to procure more Patriot and [National Advanced...
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