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CBS News - Technology

CBS News took a boat into the Strait of Hormuz. Here's what we saw. -- Reporters from CBS News carefully arranged a risky trip into the Strait of Hormuz. Here's what they saw.

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Iran says Strait of Hormuz "completely open" amid Israel-Lebanon ceasefire -- Iran says in light of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, "passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open."

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U.S. could send senior officials back to Pakistan for Iran talks within days, sources say -- The Trump administration is considering a renewed diplomatic push that could send officials back to Pakistan within days, sources said.

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U.S. intelligence detects signs China is weighing giving Iran advance radar systems -- The technology would enhance Iran's ability to detect and track incoming threats, like low-flying drones and cruise missiles.

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Maps show more severe storms forecast for central U.S. after tornadoes, flooding -- More than 51 million are under the threat of severe weather Friday evening from Texas to Wisconsin, as some are still cleaning up from tornadoes earlier in the week.

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Trump to nominate Cameron Hamilton to run FEMA after he was ousted last year -- Cameron Hamilton was acting leader of FEMA last year and was ousted after telling Congress that the agency should not be eliminated.

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Senate passes short-term extension of surveillance law, following House -- The House and Senate have now passed a 10-day extension for the controversial warrantless surveillance law.

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UPS plane aborts landing as jet nears runway: "What are you doing?" -- The incident occurred around 12:10 a.m. local time on Tuesday, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.

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Ford recalls nearly 1.4 million pickup trucks due to gearshift issue -- The recall affects F-150 vehicles quipped with a six-speed automatic transmission produced between March 12, 2014, and Aug. 18, 2017, according to NHTSA.

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Here's who is spending money on AI subscriptions, and how much they cost -- Households are starting to make room in their budgets for spending on generative AI subscriptions, new data shows.

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This week on "Sunday Morning" (April 19) -- A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.

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Controversial surveillance program extended by House but only until April 30 -- The House OK'd a short-term renewal of a controversial surveillance program used by U.S. spy agencies, after Republicans revolted and refused President Trump's push for a longer extension.

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Rep. Luna accuses Sen. Gallego of misconduct, which he denies -- GOP Rep. Anna Paulina Luna told CBS News that Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego was the previously unnamed senator whom she accused of "very disturbing" conduct. Gallego has denied all wrongdoing.

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HealthWatch - Dr. Erica Schwartz nominated for CDC director - President Trump nominated a new director for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday. Dr. Erica Schwartz is a former deputy surgeon general and retired Coast Guard rear admiral. 18H ago - 0:24

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RFK Jr. defends proposed 12% health budget cut, measles response in House testimony -- Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.​ testified before the House Ways and Means Committee on Thursday, kicking off an expected sprint of seven budget hearings he'll attend over the next week.

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Trump announces he's nominating Dr. Erica Schwartz for CDC director -- CBS News reported​ Wednesday that Dr. Erica Schwartz was emerging as the president's top pick for the role.

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Exclusive - Trump to sign executive order on psychedelic drug used abroad to treat PTSD - Ibogaine is used in Mexico and the Caribbean to treat depression, anxiety, addiction and brain trauma. Apr 16

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As U.S. birth rate falls, Trump officials downplay contraception in Title X program -- According to new CDC data, there were 3.6 million U.S. births in 2025, a 1% decline from 2024 and down 23% since 2007. The Trump administration has said it wants to reverse this trend. -- Apr 16

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Entertainment - AI version of Val Kilmer to star in new movie - Actor Val Kilmer died last April, and yet he is starring in a new movie, made after his death. Jo Ling Kent reports on how filmmakers resurrected his voice and image by using artificial intelligence. 18H ago - 1:59

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Surprise twist in "Survivor 50" elimination -- (Warning: Spoilers ahead!) "CBS Mornings" reveals a surprising twist in Wednesday's "Survivor 50" episode that led to a historic trial council ceremony.

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More on Live Nation, Ticketmaster ruling -- A jury ruled that Live Nation and Ticketmaster operated as an illegal monopoly. Variety's Jem Aswad joins CBS News with more.

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Simon Helberg on "The Audacity" -- Simon Helberg, known for his role as Howard in "The Big Bang Theory," talks about the new show "The Audacity." Helberg plays a developer who is creating an AI companion. He explains what drew him to the role and discusses the show's messages about humanity and technology.

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What happened to influencer Clavicular? -- Controversial influencer Clavicular said he is home from the hospital after his livestream abruptly ended on Tuesday night. CBS News' Matt Gutman reports and The Free Press' River Page has more.

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Latest CBS News Videos - Why Todd Lyons is leaving his ICE role - Acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Todd Lyons is planning to leave his post soon, U.S. officials familiar with his plan told CBS News. Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports. 1H ago - 3:12

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Key details on Strait of Hormuz announcement -- Iran and President Trump announced that the Strait of Hormuz will now be open, but questions remain about the flow of traffic in the key water passage. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.

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Trump says Strait of Hormuz is open -- President Trump posted on social media claims that the Strait of Hormuz will be "completely open." CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.

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Ukrainians react to massive Russian attack -- Ukrainians jumped in to help after a massive Russian attack left massive damage in Kyiv. CBS News' Aidan Stretch reports.

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Americans react to high prices due to war -- Americans are grappling with rising prices that are already being driven by inflation. This comes as the war in Iran continues to affect oil and gas costs. CBS News' Lana Zak reports.

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AI "agents" can do your shopping. Should you let them? -- Big retailers are embracing agentic commerce as a new way to shop. But you should think twice before handing over your credit card, tech experts say.

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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. -- Mar 28, 2024

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Key takeaways on Anthropic's new AI model -- More concerns are emerging about Anthropic's new Mythos AI model. Matt Shumer, a former AI company founder and CEO, joins CBS News with more details. -- Apr 16

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How hackers are using AI to breach networks -- U.S. officials are warning of Iranian cyberattacks on businesses and consumers. It comes as a new FBI report shows losses from cybercrime reached nearly $21 billion last year. Ash-har Quraishi shows how hackers are using artificial intelligence, and how you can protect yourself. -- Apr 16

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Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection -- ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems. -- Aug 25, 2022

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New report on utility companies and AI -- U.S. utility companies are planning to invest $1.4 trillion over the next five years to help strengthen the nation's power grid, according to a new report released Tuesday by the nonpartisan nonprofit consumer education organization PowerLines. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo has more details. -- Apr 15

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Maine lawmakers pass rule on data centers -- Lawmakers in Maine passed a temporary ban on new, large data centers in the state this week. If Gov. Janet Mills signs the legislation, the state will become the first to ban data centers. Daniel Kool, a cost-of-living reporter for the Portland Press Herald, joins CBS News to discuss. -- Apr 15

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Sneaker company Allbirds pivots to AI -- Footwear company Allbirds announced Wednesday it will stop making fabric sneakers and become an artificial intelligence company, sending its stock price soaring by more than 600%. Yahoo Finance senior reporter Brooke DiPalma joins CBS News to discuss. -- Apr 15

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New study researches AI and medical questions -- A new study found that a substantial amount of medical information provided by five popular artificial intelligence-driven chatbots is inaccurate and incomplete. One of the authors of the study, Nick Tiller joins "The Daily Report" to discuss. -- Apr 14

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Everyday items born from space exploration -- The Artemis II journey around the far side of the moon is a monumental moment for human space exploration, but the mission could also bring back benefits for everyday life here on Earth. Better selfies, comfortable sneakers, basic household appliances and more can all trace their roots straight to NASA. Jarred Hill has a closer look at NASA tech in plain sight. -- Apr 13

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New warning over AI -- Former AI company founder and CEO Matt Shumer joins "CBS Mornings" to break down Anthropic's report about one of its AI models, Claude Mythos Preview. In the report, the company warned the program was "too powerful" to be released to the public and it worried about the program, which is designed to find security flaws in software, falling into the "wrong hands." -- Apr 13

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Sam Altman voices safety concerns -- Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, shared a personal blog post and photo of his family saying, "In the hopes that it might dissuade the next person from throwing a Molotov cocktail at our house, no matter what they think of me," following an attack outside his home last week. Altman suggested the incident was connected to the broader debate over AI, saying, "we should deescalate the rhetoric and tactics." -- Apr 13

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Nationwide boom in AI data centers stirs resistance -- To fuel their artificial intelligence initiatives, tech companies are building massive numbers of AI data centers, with more than 4,000 in operation across the country. But some communities, wary of the environmental and financial implications, are fighting back. -- Apr 12

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Extended interview: Sen. Dave McCormick on AI -- In this web exclusive, Sen. Dave McCormick (R-Pa.) talks with Robert Costa about how energy and the rise in artificial intelligence go hand-in-hand; America's rivalry with China over AI; and nuclear power. -- Apr 12

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