Phasing out fossil fuels has been a heated debate at the U.N. Climate Change Conference, known as COP28, in Dubai, and many climate activists fear the process has been compromised by being held in the oil rich United Arab Emirates. The Biden administration has touted record levels of federal funding for clean energy projects, but the U.S. is also producing record amounts of crude oil. Ben Tracy reports. Source
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Retirement wave builds in Washington
By the dozens, congressional members are announcing their exits at the end of this term. There is growing concern that Congress, which flirted twice this year with a federal government shutdown, is about to lose more of its dealmakers. Scott MacFarlane explains. Source
Several killed in bombing during Catholic mass in Philippines
The blast took place during a regular service in a university gymnasium in Marawi, the country’s largest Muslim city. Source
Wall Street’s big gains has investors bullish
The Dow Jones Industrial Average on Friday topped 36,000 points for its highest close of the year. After a sluggish summer, Wall Street’s recent big gains has investors bullish this could be a sign the Federal Reserve could be done raising interest rates. However, homebuyers aren’t feeling quite as positive. Michael George has more. Source
Savvy shoppers turning something old into something new
The secondhand market is expected to top $70 billion by 2027. Attitudes about thrifting have changed, with secondhand goods now seen as better for your budget and the environment. Elise Preston has details. Source
Israel intensifies airstrikes on Gaza
With the collapse of the cease-fire between Israel and Hamas earlier this week, the Hamas-held hostages and the people of Gaza are once again caught in the crucible of war. Chris Livesay has the latest. Source
Goodyear Blimp coverage signals pickleball’s arrival as a major sport
For the first time ever, the Goodyear Blimp is providing aerial coverage of a major professional Pickleball tournament this weekend. Danya Bacchus reports. Source
Paris stabbing attack which leaves 1 dead investigated as terrorism
The attack took place close to the Eiffel Tower during a busy weekend night and came with the country on its highest alert against the background of the Israel-Hamas war. Source
Trump, DeSantis hold dueling Iowa campaign events
Former President Donald Trump and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, both of whom are vying for the Republican presidential nomination, were holding campaign rallies in Iowa Saturday. Source
“CBS Weekend News” headlines for Saturday, December 2, 2023
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Weekend News” with Adriana Diaz. Source