CBSN Business Headlines for October 12, 2015
A historical tech merger, gas prices may rise, Apple blocks its own app in China, Twitter layoffs and more. CBS News Moneywatch's Jill Wagner has today's CBSN Business Headlines.
A historical tech merger, gas prices may rise, Apple blocks its own app in China, Twitter layoffs and more. CBS News Moneywatch's Jill Wagner has today's CBSN Business Headlines.
After being detained in Iran for more than a year, Washington Post journalist Jason Rezaian has been convicted of espionage. CBS News Foreign Affairs Correspondent Margaret Brennan has details for CBSN.
The first Democratic debate, Obama on training Syrian rebels, a massive tech merger, a major airline tech glitch and more are among today's CBSNews.com Trending Stories.
After a fight broke out at Round Rock High School in Texas, school officers were speaking with one of the students when an officer grabbed the student's throat and slammed him into the floor. The school district and police department are investigating the incident. Alex Boyér of Austin affiliate KEYE reports.
Tony Gonzalez was one of the NFL's most outstanding tight ends, playing for the Kansas City Chiefs and the Atlanta Falcons. A new documentary on Showtime, "Play It Forward," follows the former Pro Bowler on and off the field. The candid story is told through Gonzalez and his older brother, Chris, who captured draft day 1997 before Tony joined the Chiefs. Gonzalez, who is also an analyst for "The NFL Today" on CBS, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the new film.
Companies across the country are raising employees' desks and ditching traditional workspaces. The trend is now moving from the office to the classroom. Mireya Villarreal reports on Vallecito Elementary School in San Rafael, California, which will soon be the first in the country to have standing desks everywhere.
California is home to the nation's toughest law dealing with antibiotics given to animals that people eat. Gov. Jerry Brown signed the bill Saturday. Eighty percent of the antibiotics used in this country are not taken by humans to fight disease, but to help farm animals grow bigger, faster. That is fueling the rise of antibiotic resistance in people, including the threat from superbugs. Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" from Los Angeles to discuss the impact of the new law.
The Koch brothers are among the best-know politically active families in America. The billionaires' network of political action committees and advocacy groups will spend $300 million on the 2016 campaign. Anthony Mason spoke with Charles Koch in a rare television interview, ahead of the release of his book, "Good Profit."
The slow recovery from the catastrophic Southern flooding continues more than a week after a historic storm. The death toll stands at 21 in North and South Carolina. Twenty-seven dams have failed, and 129 are in jeopardy. More than 300 roads and bridges remain closed. Flood warnings remain in effect in parts of the state. David Begnaud reports form Andrews, South Carolina, where communities are surrounded by water.
The death toll from Saturday’s twin bomb attacks in Turkey’s capital of Ankara reached 97, and the Turkish government says ISIS is the prime suspect. Turkey is a key U.S. alley in the region, but ahead of national elections next month, the country is looking increasingly unstable. Holly Williams reports from Istanbul.
It could be an air travel nightmare for passengers flying Southwest Airlines, as the company delayed or canceled hundreds of flights already because of a mysterious glitch. The airline has no idea what's causing the problem. Arezow Doost from CBS Dallas-Fort Worth station KTVT reports from Love Field in Dallas, Texas.
The one-time senator from Virginia and best-selling novelist is running for president
The former Rhode Island senator and governor is running for president as a declared Democrat, though Chafee has been both an Independent and a Republican in the past
Series star Joe Mantegna directs an episode of the CBS drama, starring Shemar Moore and featuring a guest appearance by NFL Hall of Famer Michael Irvin. Lauren Moraski reports.
A new CBS poll out today shows both Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump leading their respective parties in the polls; the first games of the four-team National Women's Hockey League started Sunday as the New York Riveters took on the Connecticut Whale in front of a sold-out crowd
An alleged burglar in Indianapolis got a sharp surprise when the homeowner faced him down with a Japanese combat sword. CBSN's Contessa Brewer has more.
Body camera and cellphone video captures the moment the 26-year-old councilman was tased by police in Prairie View, Texas. CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan reports.
A new CBS poll out today shows both Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump leading their respective parties in the polls. However, all is not good for the two candidates. CBS News correspondent Jullianna Goldman reports.
In an incredible miscarriage of justice, a prosecutor admits his cowardice and indifference led to the wrongful murder conviction of a man sentenced to death. Bill Whitaker reports.
Steve Kroft questions President Obama on topics including Russia's incursion in Syria, ISIS and the 2016 presidential race.
Steve Kroft's interview with President Obama turns to domestic politics including Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton's emails and Joe Biden's possible run for president.
As hundreds of thousands of Syrian families continue to seek refuge, President Obama went online, and asked Americans to help on the crowd funding site Kickstarter.
On "Facing Forward," Margaret Brennan talks with IMF Chief Economist Gita Gopinath on worldwide recovery efforts in the fallout of the coronavirus pandemic.
Wood, a correspondent for "The Daily Show," also talked about what politics has in common with sports.
More than 1.2 million public sector workers are out of a job thanks to the pandemic.