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Americans are on track to spend a record $13.5 billion on Halloween this year amid rising costs associated with the national scarefest, according to the National Retail Federation.
Consumers face scarier Halloween costs this year. Here's why.
Americans are forecast to spend a record $13.5 billion on Halloween this year, with the average consumer shelling out hundreds of dollars.
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Only two weeks after undergoing surgery for lung cancer, Pope Leo XIV has been given the medical green light to embark on an ambitious 12-day tour of South America next month.
Pope Leo cleared to make his trip to South America after successful lung cancer surgery
The trip to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru, set for Nov. 6 to 17, is particularly grueling.
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Walter Koenig, the actor who played Pavel Chekov in the original "Star Trek" series and several movies, has died, his rep confirmed to CBS News. He was 90.
Walter Koenig, actor who played Chekov on original "Star Trek" series, dies at age 90
Walter Koenig played Pavel Chekov in the original "Star Trek" series and several movies.
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Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to about 60,000 employees, or roughly one-quarter of its global workforce, as the technology giant invests more in artificial intelligence, according to Agence France-Presse.
Microsoft offers buyouts to 60,000 workers as it pours money into AI
Roughly a quarter of Microsoft's workforce will be eligible for a "voluntary exit offer" as the company tries to shed workers.
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Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, confronted her estranged father last year about child sexual abuse allegations leveled against him, about six years after she was first made aware of the claims, according to new information from CBS News' British partner BBC News.
Duchess Meghan confronted dad over child sexual abuse allegations with 2025 letter delivered to hospital bed
Video has emerged of Thomas Markle receiving a letter from his daughter Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, in which she reportedly told him she "knew he had abused young girls."
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A federal judge on Monday found that the Justice Department unlawfully fired Maurene Comey, the daughter of former FBI Director James Comey, from her post as a federal prosecutor in the Southern District of New York.
Maurene Comey, James Comey's daughter, was unlawfully fired, judge rules
Maurene Comey was abruptly fired in July 2025 from her job as a federal prosecutor in the Southern District of New York. She sued the DOJ over her firing, claiming it was unlawful.
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A new preliminary survey finds that the rate of violent crime victimization in 2025 fell by about 25%, compared with 2024. The DOJ called it the largest decline since 1973.
Violent crime victimization fell 25% in 2025 over prior year, survey released by DOJ shows
A new preliminary survey finds that the rate of violent crime victimization in 2025 fell by about 25%, compared with 2024. The DOJ called it the largest decline since 1973.
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From AI chatbots to lifestyle trends, the concept of optimizing one's life came sharply into focus in 2026. That's why "maxxing," a reflection of our increasingly online society, was chosen as the latest Word of the Year.
"Maxxing" is https://cbsn.ws/4BtJM8k's 2026 Word of the Year
The viral social media trend "maxxing" has earned its stripes as https://cbsn.ws/4BtJM8k's 2026 Word of the Year.
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As greater scrutiny is falling on online sports betting companies for the way they offer extravagant perks to customers who are losing large sums of money, there is another question emerging about this fast-growing industry: how the companies treat their biggest winners.
Online betting companies lavish losers with rewards while capping winners
As online sports betting companies offer extravagant perks to customers who are losing large sums of money, there are also questions about how they treat their biggest winners.
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Anthropic filed for an initial public offering on Monday, bringing the maker of artificial intelligence platform Claude a step closer to its highly anticipated public market debut and providing a key test for the rapidly emerging AI sector.
Anthropic files for IPO as it competes for AI dominance
Anthropic, which developed the Claude chatbot, is barreling ahead with its public offering despite mounting concerns about AI going rogue.
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Woman, 93, outwits would-be scammer, helps get him arrested, police say
Woman, 93, outwits would-be scammer, helps get him arrested, police say
A 93-year-old woman in western Japan outsmarted a suspected scammer by pretending to fall for the scheme and helping police arrest him at her home, an officer said.
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Eric Bauza, the Emmy-winning actor who voiced iconic "Looney Tunes" characters Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, died on Sunday, according to his manager. He was 46.
Eric Bauza, actor who voiced Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and other cartoon characters, dies at 46
Eric Bauza, the Emmy-winning actor who voiced iconic "Looney Tunes" characters Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, died on Sunday, according to his manager. He was 46.
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Jordan says its security forces arrested three men Monday for an attack on a Greek Orthodox church that killed nine people and wounded more than two dozen.
Jordan says 3 arrested in deadly attack on Greek Orthodox church
Jordan says its security forces arrested three men Monday for an attack on a Greek Orthodox church that killed nine people and wounded more than two dozen.
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Should you trust personal AI agents with your money and data? Here's what experts say.
Should you trust personal AI agents with your money and data? Here's what experts say.
The more access you give personal AI agents, the more capable they can be. But should you trust them?
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Why visitors are flocking to Philadelphia's popular pigeon tour
Why visitors are flocking to Philadelphia's popular pigeon tour
The 90-minute tour, which TripAdvisor now ranks as the third most popular in Philadelphia, answers all your burning pigeon-related questions.
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A 26-year-old felt her concerns were being dismissed. Then she was diagnosed with breast cancer.
A 26-year-old felt her concerns were being dismissed. Then she was diagnosed with breast cancer.
Andrea De Armas thought her concerns weren't being taken seriously. Then she received alarming information.
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The inseparable legacies of Jackson Pollock and Lee Krasner
The inseparable legacies of Jackson Pollock and Lee Krasner
Lee Krasner has long been eclipsed by the shadow of her husband, Jackson Pollock. Now, a landmark show in New York City rewrites the story of the artists whose work and legacies were – aesthetically and personally – bound together.
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Natural-born actor John Turturro: "I'm at a very fruitful time"
Natural-born actor John Turturro: "I'm at a very fruitful time"
He's gifted audiences with memorable appearances in more than 100 films and TV shows. Now, John Turturro, one of the great character actors, is playing a rare lead role in a charming and moving crime drama, "The Only Living Pickpocket in New York."
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Helium is way more important than you might think. And the supply chain is in crisis.
Helium is way more important than you might think. And the supply chain is in crisis.
The war in Iran is threatening the world's supply of helium, a natural resource crucial for a range of industries.
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Sacha Baron Cohen on using characters to get real people to reveal their real beliefs
Sacha Baron Cohen on using characters to get real people to reveal their real beliefs
Sacha Baron Cohen, the actor behind iconic characters, including Ali G, Borat and Bruno, is a rare mix of public intellectual and adrenaline junkie. He uses comedy in the hopes of making us laugh and waking us up.
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Shopping for an ACA plan this year? Here's what you need to know.
Shopping for an ACA plan this year? Here's what you need to know.
As open enrollment for Affordable Care Act health insurance kicks off, consumers face rising premiums, additional identity checks, and fewer brokers.
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How new and refurbished arenas and stadiums are shutting out loyal sports fans
How new and refurbished arenas and stadiums are shutting out loyal sports fans
The cost of attending live sports has shot up 123% since 2000 — a staggering increase that cannot solely be blamed on inflation.
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The AI doom scenario you've never heard of may be the hardest to stop
The AI doom scenario you've never heard of may be the hardest to stop
The time to prepare for "gradual disempowerment" is now, according to researchers. One calls it "a civilization-scale problem."
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More parents facing criminal charges for their children's electric motorcycle accidents
More parents facing criminal charges for their children's electric motorcycle accidents
Among those charged were the mother and father of 13-year-old Benson Nguyen, who died after crashing his e-moto into a light pole in Southern California.
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More people now use GLP-1s for weight loss than for other health conditions, research finds
More people now use GLP-1s for weight loss than for other health conditions, research finds
Growing usage of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss is reshaping how consumers shop for food and clothes, according to consulting firm EY-Parthenon.
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Divers exploring oldest warship found off Sweden find "new clues"
Divers exploring oldest warship found off Sweden find "new clues"
Vrak 5, or Shipwreck 5, is thought to be the oldest warship found off Sweden or Denmark.
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Anthropic debuts Claude Duet personal AI agent. Here's what to know.
Anthropic debuts Claude Duet personal AI agent. Here's what to know.
Anthropic said Claude Duet is only available by waitlist as a research preview for paying subscribers. Here's what it can do.
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Trump administration to push for new labels on seafood
Trump administration to push for new labels on seafood
The Trump administration intends to push for new labels on seafood sold at grocery stores to give consumers a better idea of where products originated.
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President Trump and first lady Melania Trump will vote early in person in Palm Beach County, Florida, on Saturday, a White House official said.
Trumps to vote early in person in Florida on Saturday, White House official says
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump are expected to vote early in Palm Beach County.
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