What to Know About the U.N. Climate Deal

Nations reached an agreement for rich countries to support poor countries in the face of climate change.

Business - Inc. - 2 days ago

What to Know About Elise Stefanik, Trump’s Pick for U.N. Ambassador

Ms. Stefanik, who chairs the House Republican Conference, undertook a dramatic transformation that brought her to the center of Donald J. Trump’s orbit.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 11

Monday Briefing: U.N. Climate Talks End With a Deal

Plus, photographing the world’s food.

World - The New York Times - Yesterday

What to Know About COP29 and How the U.S. Election Affects Climate Talks

Diplomats and leaders from around the world are gathering for annual climate negotiations. Here’s what they’re all about and what Donald Trump’s victory means for the meeting.

World - The New York Times - November 9

Landslides Are a Growing Climate Threat. What Do We Know About The Risks?

Deadly landslides are becoming more common and large amounts of rain are a known trigger. An atmospheric river is dumping rain out West. What you should know about your risk.

Science - The New York Times - 5 days ago

What to know about Trump "border czar" pick Tom Homan and U.N. ambassador choice Elise Stefanik

Two of President-elect Donald Trump's most loyal supporters have been chosen for significant roles in his upcoming administration. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more ...

What we know about the expected Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire deal

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has laid out three objectives behind a potential ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah. Netanyahu says he will take the proposal to his security cabinet for ...

What we know about Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire deal

Israel will have 60 days to withdraw from Lebanon while Hezbollah must move north of the Litani river.

U.N. Reaches $300 Billion Climate Financing Deal as Trump Looms

The U.S. and others have agreed to triple their annual climate financing by 2035, but the incoming administration is expected to repudiate the deal.

World - The Wall Street Journal - 2 days ago

U.N. reaches agreement on $300 billion climate deal for developing countries

The United Nations reached a $300 billion climate agreement for developing countries as they grapple with the significant effects of climate change. Delegates agreed Saturday to the billion-dollar ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

U.N. reaches agreement on $300 billion climate deal for developing countries

World - Yahoo News - 2 days ago

Fed Cuts Interest Rates by a Quarter Point, but the Path Ahead Is Less Clear

The Federal Reserve is reducing rates in response to cooling inflation. Donald Trump’s presidential victory has pumped up uncertainty.

Business - The New York Times - November 7

What to know about the inflation report.

A fresh Consumer Price Index report could show that inflation, much cooler than in 2022 and 2023, is not fully stamped out.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 13

U.S. Inflation Ticks Up to 2.6% in October, as Fed Considers Rate Cut

Inflation has cooled notably, but a pickup in annual price increases underscores that it is not fully back to normal.

Business - The New York Times - November 13

What to know about the NWSL finals

The National Women's Soccer League Championship will occur between the Orlando Pride and Washington Spirit. CBS News' Elizabeth Campbell reports.

What to know about Biden's "garbage" comment

Vice President Kamala Harris is distancing herself from President Biden's comment where he appeared to call former President Donald Trump's supporters "garbage" while discussing a comedian's ...

What to know about inflation before Election Day

The economy is a top voting issue in the 2024 elections and voter feelings about inflation and costs may differ from what data shows about the country's economic health. CBS MoneyWatch associate ...

Here's what to know about election security

The FBI says two fake videos online claim to be from the agency, but they are not. One is about election security, while the other is about Vice President Kamala Harris' husband, Doug Emhoff. U.S. ...

What to know about abortion on the ballot this Election Day

The overturn of Roe v. Wade has made abortion rights a key issue in this election cycle with 10 states putting abortion access questions on their general election ballots this Election Day. CBS ...

What to know about Trump's mass deportation plan

Mass deportation is a pillar of President-elect Donald Trump's immigration policy plans for his second term. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez explains what the ...

What to know about Trump's latest Cabinet picks

CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Bob Costa explains what to know about President-elect Donald Trump's nominations for his Cabinet and other administration roles.

What to know about the Matt Gaetz investigation

Public pressure is growing to release a congressional ethics report into Gaetz's conduct.

What to Know About NYC’s Congestion Pricing Plan

Gov. Kathy Hochul has fast-tracked the new tolls to enter Midtown and Lower Manhattan. Drivers could be charged beginning in January.

Top stories - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Boeing offers new deal to end 7-week strike: What to know

Striking Boeing machinists are set to vote Monday on a new agreement that could bring an over 7-week-long strike to its end. The International Association of Machinists (IAM), which represents the ...

Politics - The Hill - November 2

What a shuttered quarry says about Mexico’s investment climate

The forced closure of a US-owned site in Yucatán asks questions about new president Claudia Sheinbaum and the private sector

World - Financial Times - November 16

At COP29 Politicians Are Talking About Climate Change. Here’s What’s Happening.

Every month so far has seen floods, fires, smashed heat records or some combination of extreme weather. Little time remains for leaders to agree on what to do about it.

World - The New York Times - 4 days ago

The Taliban will attend a U.N. climate conference for the first time

The Taliban will attend a U.N. climate conference for the first time since their 2021 takeover of Afghanistan, the country’s national environment agency said.

COP29, the U.N. conference on climate change, underway in Azerbaijan

The United Nations Climate Change Conference, COP29, is underway in Azerbaijan at a time when the U.S. is producing more oil than any country and is expected to produce more when President-elect ...

What to know about Apple's AI features and who is eligible for them

Apple is gradually rolling out its new AI features it announced over the summer, including for email, Siri and an image tool. However, users will need an iPhone 15 pro or above to access the ...

Top stories - CBS News - October 28

What to know about Trump's divisive Madison Square Garden rally

Former President Donald Trump's Sunday rally at Madison Square Garden featured insulting, racist remarks from several speakers. CBS News political director Fin Gómez has more on the event.

Top stories - CBS News - October 28

What to know about the Florida marijuana amendment on the 2024 ballot

When Florida voters cast their ballots in the 2024 election, they have the chance to decide whether the state will legalize marijuana for recreational use.

Top stories - CBS News - October 28

What You Need To Know About Fortnite's Huge Upcoming XP Changes

Epic Games will be dramatically altering how progression works in Fortnite's various modes in the near future. Starting with all new passes added after the current season ends, you will progress ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 28

What we know about The Washington Post's decision not to endorse a 2024 candidate

The Washington Post is dealing with the fallout from its decision not to endorse a presidential candidate for the first time in 36 years. David Folkenflik, media correspondent at NPR, joins CBS ...

Top stories - CBS News - October 28

What to know about the new way Microsoft will report cloud numbers Wednesday

Some on Wall Street are upbeat about the move. Others are not.

Business - CNBC - October 29

Microsoft’s earnings are about to look pretty weird. Here’s what to know.

Microsoft has shuffled its reporting categories, meaning investors shouldn’t compare Wednesday afternoon’s segment results to the consensus view.

Business - MarketWatch - October 29

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