Climate experts slam Energy Department report on greenhouse gases
The climate experts say the July report from the Trump administration fails to "adequately represent the current scientific understanding of climate change."
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Climate-driven wildfires are reversing clean air progress, new report says
Canada's record 2023 wildfire season fueled sharp increases in the country's air pollution and had similar effects in parts of the United States, according to a new report.
World's first commercial carbon storage facility gets first CO2 injection
The first commercial carbon storage facility has been inaugurated off Norway's coast, but is storing CO2 deep under the seabed really the answer?
Green spaces crucial to combating record heat in marginalized communities
Environmentalists say one solution to beating the heat in sprawling cities is planting more trees or creating green spaces like parks.
Abrupt Antarctic climate shifts could lead to "catastrophic consequences," experts warn
A new study warns that irreversible changes happening in Antarctica, which are caused by climate change, could cause global oceans to rise by meters.
Capturing the melting of glaciers, with data and art
For more than 40 years, glaciologist Mauri Pelto has been measuring shrinking glaciers in Washington State. He's been joined by his daughter, artist-scientist Jill Pelto, whose watercolors provide another view of the drastically-changing landscape.
Trump administration faces lawsuit over "secret report" on climate change
Environmental groups and independent scientists are criticizing a report assembled by a small team of well-known climate skeptics selected by Energy Secretary Chris Wright.
Reindeer populations could drop by up to 80% by 2100, researchers say
Reindeer populations across the Arctic will likely decline due to future climate change with the North American population facing the highest risk, researchers predict.
Threat over after Alaska's capital sees record glacier-related flooding
Alaska's capital of Juneau faced record floodwaters due to rainwater and snowmelt flowing downstream from a basin dammed by the Mendenhall Glacier.
California peach growers threatened by climate change
This past winter, stone fruits like peaches, plums, apricots and cherries in California's Central Valley didn't get consistent cold weather that regulates the trees' nutrients.
Remains of researcher who vanished in 1959 found on Antarctic glacier
The remains of Dennis "Tink" Bell, a British researcher who vanished in 1959 in Antarctica when he was 25 years old, were discovered near a receding glacier.
Body of missing father found on melting glacier 28 years after he vanished
The 31-year-old man's well-preserved body, still carrying an identity card, was found by a local shepherd.
Japan sets 2 heat records in one day as mercury soars past 107 degrees
Japan logged two new heat records in a single day as the mercury hit 41.6 degrees Celsius (106.88 degrees Fahrenheit) and then 41.8 C (107.24 F), the weather office said.
Billions of starfish died in a decade-long epidemic. Scientists now know why.
A sea star wasting disease sparked a mass die-off from Mexico to Alaska, devastating more than 20 species and continuing today.
Rising temperatures cause surge of contact burn injuries from hot surfaces
An analysis that reviewed 16 years of data found contact burn injuries surged as summer temperatures rose.
EPA plan to repeal emissions rules would raise gas prices, gov't analysis finds
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin told CBS News' "The Takeout" that environmental policy can't "strangulate out of existence" energy policy.
Grand Canyon, Utah wildfires creating "fire clouds"
Wildfires burning at the Grand Canyon and in Utah are so hot that they're spurring the formation of "fire clouds" that can create their own erratic weather systems.
Phoenix firefighters turn to low-tech solution to battle deadly heatstroke
Originally developed by the military, cold water immersion has found its place in urban emergency response as climate change intensifies heat waves across the country.
EPA to revoke its landmark finding on regulating greenhouse gases
The EPA has decided to revoke a key scientific finding it published 16 years ago that six greenhouse gases are a threat to public health.
Natural disasters have caused $131 billion in losses so far in 2025
The Los Angeles wildfires and severe spring thunderstorms are some of the natural disasters that have contributed to global losses for the first half of 2025.
More than 163 million people under heat advisories in Midwest, Southeast
The National Weather Service issued heat advisories for a large swath of the East Coast through much of the weekend.
U.N. court sides with island nation in greenhouse gas emissions case
The island nation of Vanuatu prevailed in its landmark request to legally compel countries to cut emissions and compensate places facing impacts from climate change.
Heat dome map shows dangerous temperatures across U.S. Corn Belt, South
A heat dome is trapping over 90 million Americans in extreme temperatures this week with the National Weather Service issuing heat alerts from Nebraska to Florida.
Lightning strikes kill 33 people in a week as monsoon season hits India
Monsoon season has brought powerful storms to eastern India, with at least 33 people killed by lightning strikes this week alone.
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Lawmakers introduce bill to classify extreme heat as a disaster
Three Democratic lawmakers have proposed legislation to classify extreme heat as a disaster, which would allow federal funding for extreme heat.
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Flesh-eating bacteria kills 5th person this year in Louisiana
Vibrio vulnificus is a bacteria that occurs in warm coastal waters and can be contracted through raw seafood or open wounds.
Prehistoric insects trapped in amber give glimpse into ancient life
Scientists have discovered prehistoric insects preserved in amber in South America for the first time.
Wild chimps consume the equivalent of 2 cocktails a day, research finds
A new study on chimpanzees in Uganda and Côte d'Ivoire supports a theory that humans may have inherited a taste for alcohol from primate ancestors.
Smoke-dried remains found in Asia may be world's oldest mummies
Some ancient societies in Asia appear to have smoke-dried their dead, effectively mummifying them thousands of years earlier than their Egyptian counterparts, new research has found.
The significance of Mars rover's latest discovery
This week, NASA said scientists took the biggest step yet toward discovering whether there was ever life on Mars when a rock sample collected by the Mars rover Perseverance contained potential biosignatures, which could suggest ancient signs of life. Douglas Jerolmack, a professor of Earth and environmental science at the University of Pennsylvania, discusses the significance of the discovery.
Mars rocks may hold signs of ancient life
NASA's Mars rover Perseverance has uncovered rocks in a dry river channel that may hold potential signs of ancient microscopic life, according to scientists. Mark Strassmann reports.
Mars rover uncovers strongest hints yet of potential signs of ancient life
NASA's Mars rover Perseverance has uncovered rocks in a dry river channel that may hold potential signs of ancient microscopic life.
Iguana shocks zookeepers with "virgin birth" of 8 hatchlings
"When we confirmed the eggs were fertile without any contact with a male, our jaws hit the floor," a U.K. zoo director said after an iguana gave birth to eight healthy babies.
Northern lights might be visible across 18 states tonight
People in 18 U.S. states could see the green or red glow of the aurora in the sky Monday night into Tuesday.
"Punk rocker" dinosaur had long spikes, newly discovered fossils show
"Spicomellus is one of the strangest dinosaurs that we've ever discovered," the project's leader said.
Village swallowed by the sea 8,500 years ago found off Denmark
Divers have collected evidence of a Stone Age settlement lost to rising seas after the last ice age from the seabed off Denmark's coast.
World's first commercial carbon storage facility gets first CO2 injection
The first commercial carbon storage facility has been inaugurated off Norway's coast, but is storing CO2 deep under the seabed really the answer?
U.S. scientists work to preserve vulnerable species at a Smithsonian lab
Experts at the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute care for endangered species on 32,000 sprawling acres in Northern Virginia.
See Hurricane Erin from the International Space Station
As Hurricane Erin hovered over the Atlantic Ocean, the first hurricane of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season was spotted from above by cameras on the ISS.
Capturing the melting of glaciers, with data and art
For more than 40 years, glaciologist Mauri Pelto has been measuring shrinking glaciers in Washington State. He's been joined by his daughter, artist-scientist Jill Pelto, whose watercolors provide another view of the drastically-changing landscape.
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Why 7-foot-3 Jordan Wilmore left his basketball career behind to pursue policing
Ever since he first hit his head on a door jamb, people have been telling Jordan Wilmore he should play professional basketball. But other people can't dictate your dreams – and basketball was never his passion.
Texas teen uses computer science to fight scammers
Tejasvi Manoj of Plano, Texas, was named Time magazine's "Kid of the Year" for her work helping seniors avoid being victims of financial scams.
Federal security efforts in full tilt ahead of Charlie Kirk's memorial service
Federal law enforcement agencies issued a security assessment that indicated they are tracking "several threats of unknown credibility" against those planning to attend Sunday's memorial.
Launch party for Taylor Swift's "Life of a Showgirl" is coming to theaters
AMC Theatres said it will screen "The official release party of a showgirl" for Taylor Swift's new album from Oct. 3 to Oct. 5.
Trump administration ending legal status of thousands of Syrians in U.S.
The Trump administration is ending the Temporary Protected Status of thousands of immigrants from Syria living in the U.S.
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Trump unveils "Gold Card" fast-track visas for $1 million
President Trump's "Gold Card" program will be rolled out in the coming weeks, allowing the world's wealthy to apply for fast-track visas — if they pay $1 million or more.
Launch party for Taylor Swift's "Life of a Showgirl" is coming to theaters
AMC Theatres said it will screen "The official release party of a showgirl" for Taylor Swift's new album from Oct. 3 to Oct. 5.
Ex-Disney CEO Michael Eisner weighs in on Jimmy Kimmel's suspension
In response to ABC's suspension of late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, ex-Disney CEO Michael Eisner asked, "Where has all the leadership gone?"
Trump administration to add $100,000 fee for H-1B visas
The Trump administration is targeting a visa widely used by tech companies and other employers to hire foreign workers.
3 reasons why your grocery bill is getting more expensive
Here's why groceries are costing more, and what American consumers can do to save money at the supermarket.
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Voting kicks off in Virginia governor's race — as Trump policies take center-stage
Early in-person voting began Friday in Virginia's gubernatorial election, with Democrat Abigail Spanberger and Republican Winsome Earle-Sears making their case to voters.
Trump unveils "Gold Card" fast-track visas for $1 million
President Trump's "Gold Card" program will be rolled out in the coming weeks, allowing the world's wealthy to apply for fast-track visas — if they pay $1 million or more.
Trump says U.S. military has struck another alleged drug boat, killing 3
President Trump said Friday the U.S. military has carried out another "lethal kinetic strike" on a boat accused of carrying drugs.
Ted Cruz criticizes Trump-appointed FCC chair for urging "action" on Jimmy Kimmel
Republican Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas sharply criticized FCC Chair Brendan Carr for his comments on Jimmy Kimmel, calling them "dangerous as hell" and likening his move to a mafia shakedown.
Federal security efforts in full tilt ahead of Charlie Kirk's memorial service
Federal law enforcement agencies issued a security assessment that indicated they are tracking "several threats of unknown credibility" against those planning to attend Sunday's memorial.
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Key takeaways from the CDC vaccine advisory panel's votes this week
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's vaccine recommendations committee wrapped two days of meetings that involved votes on COVID-19 vaccines, measles and more.
Flesh-eating bacteria kills 5th person this year in Louisiana
Vibrio vulnificus is a bacteria that occurs in warm coastal waters and can be contracted through raw seafood or open wounds.
CDC advisory panel recommends keeping COVID-19 vaccine prescription-free
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted on changes to COVID-19 vaccine recommendations.
RFK Jr. announces move to decertify organ procurement organization
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a move to decertify an organ procurement organization and steps to reform the organ donation system.
CDC's vaccine advisory panel votes on measles shot
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices met Thursday to discuss and vote on the hepatitis B and measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (MMRV) vaccines for children.
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Notre Dame Cathedral's iconic towers reopen 6 years after devastating fire
The reopening of Notre Dame's iconic towers in Paris is one of the final steps in the cathedral's immense reconstruction following a devastating fire in 2019.
Senate confirms Mike Waltz as Trump's U.N. ambassador
Mike Waltz's confirmation comes days before world leaders and their representatives gather for high-level meetings at the U.N. General Assembly.
Russian fighter jets violated Estonian airspace for 12 minutes, officials say
The incursion was by three Russian fighter aircraft and took place over the Gulf of Finland, Estonia's foreign affairs ministry said.
Russian athletes allowed at 2026 Winter Games under neutral flag, IOC says
The decision by the International Olympic Committee maintains the same sanctions it imposed for the Paris Summer Games last year.
EU looks to speed up Russian gas phase-out after Trump push
The EU proposed bringing forward a ban on Russian gas imports as part of new sanctions aimed at sapping Moscow's war chest.
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Lola Young reflects on mental health battles and the breakout success
After years of struggle nearly derailed her career, British singer-songwriter Lola Young says she has found joy in both life and music.
Kaitlin Butts on TikTok anthem success
Country singer-songwriter Kaitlin Butts joins "CBS Mornings Plus" after her breakout song became a viral anthem on TikTok, embraced by stars like Ella Langley and Bethenny Frankel. The track is featured on her acclaimed album, "Roadrunner," named one of the year's best by Rolling Stone.
Lola Young talks career and creativity
British singer-songwriter Lola Young, whose hit single "Messy" topped charts in six countries and went double platinum in the U.S., releases her highly anticipated new album today. She sat down with Anthony Mason in London to talk about her music and rise to international fame.
Celebrating 50 years of "The NFL Today"
This weekend marks the 50th anniversary of The NFL Today, the first live pregame show in television history. From Brent Musburger's groundbreaking cast in 1975 to today's lineup of James Brown, Nate Burleson, Matt Ryan and Bill Cowher, the program continues to shape how fans experience football.
Bad Bunny ends Puerto Rico residency
Bad Bunny will livestream the final night of his 31-show residency in San Juan to millions of fans worldwide. The shows have brought in up to $400 million for Puerto Rico's economy, while celebrating the island's pride, culture, and resilience on the anniversary of Hurricane Maria.
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Texas teen uses computer science to fight scammers
Tejasvi Manoj of Plano, Texas, was named Time magazine's "Kid of the Year" for her work helping seniors avoid being victims of financial scams.
TikTok's fate in the U.S. could hinge on who controls its algorithm
TikTok's algorithm is the "secret sauce" behind the app's success, experts say. U.S.-China talks over the app's ownership must resolve who controls the technology.
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.
Nvidia announces $5 billion investment in Intel along with collaboration
The two companies will team up to work on custom data centers as well as PC products.
Uber to pilot food delivery by drone through partnership with Flytrex
The ride-hailing and food delivery company said it would roll out the service in U.S. pilot markets by the end of the year.
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Flesh-eating bacteria kills 5th person this year in Louisiana
Vibrio vulnificus is a bacteria that occurs in warm coastal waters and can be contracted through raw seafood or open wounds.
Prehistoric insects trapped in amber give glimpse into ancient life
Scientists have discovered prehistoric insects preserved in amber in South America for the first time.
Wild chimps consume the equivalent of 2 cocktails a day, research finds
A new study on chimpanzees in Uganda and Côte d'Ivoire supports a theory that humans may have inherited a taste for alcohol from primate ancestors.
Smoke-dried remains found in Asia may be world's oldest mummies
Some ancient societies in Asia appear to have smoke-dried their dead, effectively mummifying them thousands of years earlier than their Egyptian counterparts, new research has found.
The significance of Mars rover's latest discovery
This week, NASA said scientists took the biggest step yet toward discovering whether there was ever life on Mars when a rock sample collected by the Mars rover Perseverance contained potential biosignatures, which could suggest ancient signs of life. Douglas Jerolmack, a professor of Earth and environmental science at the University of Pennsylvania, discusses the significance of the discovery.
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Video emerges of deputies beating man
In Louisiana, a disturbing video has emerged showing a brutal beating inside a detention center, six years after it happened. Back in 2019, cameras captured two Louisiana sheriff's deputies beating a man named Jarius Brown in the laundry room. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more.
Gunfire strikes Sacramento TV station building
Gunfire struck the building that houses the ABC 10 TV station in Sacramento on Friday afternoon. No one was injured.
Examining the rise of online radicalization
Charlie Kirk's assassination has prompted renewed fears of online radicalization. While the alleged gunman's motivations are still unclear, lawmakers are looking to the potential role of social media. Theresa Payton, White House chief information officer under former President George W. Bush, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Kansas deputy charged with murder after death of inmate
Wyandotte County District Attorney Mark Dupree said deputy Richard Fatherley was charged with second-degree murder and an alternative count of involuntary manslaughter.
Kirk memorial service to draw thousands
The memorial service for conservative activist Charlie Kirk is set to draw thousands near Phoenix, Arizona. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports.
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Northrop Grumman cargo ship reaches space station after software fix
The capture by the International Space Station's robot arm came a day late because of an unexpected, but now resolved, software issue.
Musk, Bezos' competition for space dominance
Today's quest for dominance in outer space looks quite different from the first space race between the U.S. and Russia in the 1950s. The new book "Rocket Dreams" looks into the new era, including the trillion-dollar competition between Elon Musk's SpaceX and Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin. Author Christian Davenport joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Cygnus cargo ship set to rendezvous with space station after delay
This comes after two planned engine firings shut down prematurely, NASA said, putting the Cygnus cargo ship's approach to the space station on hold.
NASA says solar activity is increasing: "The sun is slowly waking up"
The sun has become more and more active over the last 16 years, in a turn that surprised scientists and could affect space weather, NASA said.
Northrop Grumman cargo ship heads for space station
The upgraded Cygnus spacecraft is carrying more than 5 tons of equipment and supplies, including holiday food for the lab's crew.
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Inside NYT's process for choosing best restaurants
Each year, food writers from the New York Times survey the country to find America's best restaurants. This year's list spans 28 states and the District of Columbia. Brian Gallagher, the Times' senior food editor, joins to discuss.
SEC chair eyes major rule change
The chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission is weighing a major rule change for public companies. This week, on social media, President Trump said companies should not report earnings quarterly, but instead, just twice a year. SEC Chairman Paul Atkins told CNBC that he welcomes that idea. Wall Street Journal financial reporter Corrie Driebusch joins CBS News to discuss.
Video emerges of deputies beating man
In Louisiana, a disturbing video has emerged showing a brutal beating inside a detention center, six years after it happened. Back in 2019, cameras captured two Louisiana sheriff's deputies beating a man named Jarius Brown in the laundry room. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more.
CDC panel: COVID shots are individual choice
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices concluded its two-day meeting on Friday, with significant updates to vaccine recommendations. Dr. Amesh Adalja, senior scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, joins CBS News to discuss.
Reporter's Notebook: Can AI guide better debate?
Every few days or so we read that artificial intelligence will doom us. But lately, it feels like our political discourse is determined to start the job. What if we used one threat to blunt the other? "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.