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.
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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.
House passes GOP funding bill, teeing up shutdown fight in Senate
The House on Friday passed a Republican measure to keep the government funded until Nov. 21, teeing up a fight in the Senate.
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CDC advisers discuss COVID-19 vaccine risks, spar with experts
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., is meeting to discuss and vote on COVID-19 vaccine recommendations.
Federal judge tosses Trump's lawsuit against NYT, citing excessive length
A federal judge in Florida has thrown out President Trump's defamation lawsuit against The New York Times, citing its excessive length, but gave his attorneys a chance to refile.
Trump's plan to label antifa a "terrorist organization" likely to face legal hurdles
Legal experts say Trump lacks authority to designate domestic terrorist organizations, but the planned move could still affect some law enforcement approaches.
Macron: Recognition of Palestinian state necessary to combat Hamas
Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticized France's decision to recognize a Palestinian state, calling it "reckless" — French President Emmanuel Macron told CBS News the response was "excessive."
Late-night hosts skewer Jimmy Kimmel suspension with humor and solidarity
Jon Stewart, Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Fallon opened their late-night shows using a mix of humor, song and expressions of solidarity with suspended ABC host Jimmy Kimmel.
Texas A&M president resigning following political backlash over classroom video
In a video that captures the encounter, a student confronts a professor over class curriculum surrounding gender identity.
Who's paying for the White House ballroom and what's in it for them?
President Trump has so far raised $200 million for a new White House ballroom from some of the nation's biggest companies.
18-year-old shot by ATF agent outside Pittsburgh dies at hospital
A Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives agent shot a person in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, the city's mayor said.
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Who's paying for the White House ballroom and what's in it for them?
President Trump has so far raised $200 million for a new White House ballroom from some of the nation's biggest companies.
Federal judge tosses Trump's lawsuit against NYT, citing excessive length
A federal judge in Florida has thrown out President Trump's defamation lawsuit against The New York Times, citing its excessive length, but gave his attorneys a chance to refile.
Trump asks Supreme Court to intervene over sex markers on passports
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to allow it to enforce its policy barring the use of the "X" marker on passports.
Trump says he and Xi "made progress" on TikTok deal
President Trump said he "made progress" on the approval of a deal to resolve ownership of TikTok during a "very productive" conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
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.
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Trump says he and Xi "made progress" on TikTok deal
President Trump said he "made progress" on the approval of a deal to resolve ownership of TikTok during a "very productive" conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
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.
L.A. cookie shop owner sees profits crumble under tariff burden
Lara Adekoya says her bakery is now paying $50 to $100 more per bag for premium ingredients imported from countries around the world.
Rising grocery prices could lead to shrinkflation, food industry analyst says
Overall grocery prices in August 2025 rose 2.7% compared to one year ago, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Price Index.
Hyundai to continue with $2.7 billion expansion of plant raided by ICE
Hyundai Motor Group confirms it's moving forward with expanding its Georgia plant.
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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.
Who's paying for the White House ballroom and what's in it for them?
President Trump has so far raised $200 million for a new White House ballroom from some of the nation's biggest companies.
Federal judge tosses Trump's lawsuit against NYT, citing excessive length
A federal judge in Florida has thrown out President Trump's defamation lawsuit against The New York Times, citing its excessive length, but gave his attorneys a chance to refile.
Trump asks Supreme Court to intervene over sex markers on passports
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to allow it to enforce its policy barring the use of the "X" marker on passports.
Trump says he and Xi "made progress" on TikTok deal
President Trump said he "made progress" on the approval of a deal to resolve ownership of TikTok during a "very productive" conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
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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.
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CDC advisers discuss COVID-19 vaccine risks, spar with experts
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., is meeting to discuss and vote on 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.
California, western states issue COVID vaccine guidelines that break with CDC
California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington on Wednesday issued unified recommendations on COVID-19, influenza and RSV vaccines that differ from those issued by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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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.
Sad end in case of 3,000-year-old bracelet stolen from Cairo museum
Authorities in Egypt say a golden bracelet once owned by a king, that survived some 3,000 years, was stolen by a museum worker and then melted down.
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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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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.
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.
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.
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.
Ohio State University launches initiative requiring that students study AI
Beginning this year, all Ohio State University freshmen are required to take a course in generative AI and multiple workshops aimed at real-world applications to help them master the technology.
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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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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.
Remains of woman who vanished in Oregon in 1974 identified, with DNA
Marion McWhorter went missing in Oregon in 1974. Now, remains found two years later have been identified as her, through DNA analysis.
Suspect named in 3 Pennsylvania cops' deaths
The York County, Pennsylvania, community is mourning three police officers who were killed in a shooting on Wednesday. Two others were wounded. CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson reports.
Arrest over alleged Utah Valley University threat
Police have arrested a suspect accused of making a terrorism threat against Utah Valley University, the school where Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk was killed. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Lawmakers grill D.C. mayor over crime
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser took questions from lawmakers on Capitol Hill about crime in the nation's capital and President Trump's federal intervention. CBS News' Taurean Small 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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Video shows ICE protesters being dragged
Protesters are clashing with federal agents outside an ICE detention facility near Chicago. Video shows what appears to be tear gas being deployed and some physical altercations. CBS News Chicago's Marissa Perlman reports.
What we know about the Trump-Xi call
President Trump posted about his call with China's Xi Jinping where they discussed several issues. CBS News' Aaron Navarro and Kelly O'Grady report.
Taliban reacts to Trump Bagram base comments
The Taliban is reacting to President Trump's remarks about the U.S. regaining access to the Bagram air base in Afghanistan. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata reprts.
Trump, Xi Jinping discuss trade, tech
President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping discussed agriculture, tech and trade during a call about potential deals on Friday. CBS News' Willie James Inman and Kelly O'Grady report.
Speaker Johnson reacts to funding vote
The House of Representatives has approved a short-term continuing resolution to keep the government funded for seven weeks. This comes as some questioned if Republicans had enough votes in the lower chamber to avert a government shutdown. CBS News' Nikole Killion has more.