A 1980s essay collection by E. Jean Carroll is fetching big bucks after former President Donald Trump’s attorney questioned its title in defamation case. Source
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Demand for green jobs is increasing, LinkedIn report says
A new LinkedIn report signals job postings requiring “green skills” are increasing, but the supply of qualified workers may not be keeping up with the demand. Sue Duke, a vice president at LinkedIn, joins CBS News with the study’s takeaways. Source
5 helpful tips for buying a home while mortgage rates are high
Mortgage rates are high, which can hinder homebuyers, but there are some tips to help you find smart options. Source
How Alabama’s first nitrogen gas execution transpired
Alabama carried out its first nitrogen hypoxia execution Thursday in the case of convicted murderer Kenneth Eugene Smith. Spectators present during the execution said the process lasted longer than expected, while Alabama’s attorney general Steve Marshall said the result was “textbook.” CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano reports. Source
Amazon is a threat to the movie industry, Hollywood director says
“Road House” director Doug Liman is blasting Amazon-owned MGM Studios over its decision to stream a film originally aimed at the big screen. Source
Vet who faked wheelchair use for 20 years got extra $660,000 in benefits
New Hampshire resident Christopher Stultz was seen lifting his wheelchair into his car and walking normally through a mall, the U.S. Attorney’s Office said. Source
3 ways today’s high rates impact your debt payoff plan
Today’s high interest rates can throw a wrench in your debt payoff plan. Here’s how. Source
What the U.N. court ruling in Israel genocide case means
The United Nations’ International Court of Justice on Friday ruled that Israel must take measures to prevent genocide in Gaza and adhere to international law. Responding to the ruling, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu slammed the genocide allegations. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini is following the reactions to the ruling. Source
Trump defamation trial jury begins deliberations
The jury in former President Donald Trump’s defamation damages trial in New York is now deliberating. Jury members will determine how much, if any, Trump will have to pay writer E. Jean Carroll for defamatory statements he made after she accused him of sexual assault. CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates has more. Source
Microsoft Teams services are down, as thousands of users report issues
Microsoft said Friday it’s working to restore Teams services, after a network issue caused outages on the messaging platform. Source