Crew Dragon docks with space station after problem-free rendezvous
The arrival of Crew 11 clears the way for four other station fliers to return to Earth next week after a 145-day stay in space.
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NASA and SpaceX launch crew to space station on second try
The three-man one-woman crew plans to spend at least six months and possibly longer aboard the International Space Station.
SpaceX launch to ISS scrubbed
A SpaceX rocket set to launch a NASA crew to the International Space Station has been delayed for bad weather. CBS News' Mark Strassmann and Bill Harwood have more.
Former astronaut twins Mark and Scott Kelly on NASA cuts, SpaceX flight
Mark and Scott Kelly, twin brothers and former NASA astronauts, spoke to "CBS Mornings" about how the agency is set to lose 20% of its workforce, the SpaceX flight and more.
SpaceX rocket to launch crew to ISS
NASA astronaut Zena Cardman, who was bumped from an earlier flight to the International Space Station, could launch into space today on a SpaceX rocket. CBS News' Bill Harwood has more.
Artemis II on track for 2026 moon trip
The crew of NASA's Artemis II mission spoke to reporters in Florida on Wednesday. The astronauts are about to take their first steps inside the spacecraft that is set to carry them around the moon and back on a 10-day journey in 2026. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has the details.
SpaceX Crew Dragon launch delayed by weather
The Crew 11 flight includes three fliers headed for space after reassignments in the wake of problems with Boeing's Starliner capsule.
More than 20% of NASA's workforce requests to leave agency
About 3,870 employees have applied to depart NASA over two rounds through the Trump administration's deferred resignation program, the agency disclosed.
NASA launches twin TRACERS satellites
NASA's twin TRACERS satellites launched from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on Wednesday. The satellites will study how to protect Earth from the space weather surrounding the planet. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
NASA probes will study potentially dangerous "space weather"
Along with launching two NASA probes, the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carried five other satellites into orbit with goals ranging from basic science to technology development.
Americans on space race support
Sunday marks the 56th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission -- the first to land humans on the moon. Now, NASA is in a multiyear effort to return astronauts to the moon starting in 2026, with an eye toward a crewed mission to Mars in the 2030s.
Piece of Mars sells at auction
NWA 16788, the largest piece of Mars on Earth, fetched $5.3 million at auction. Franklin Institute chief astronomer and planetarium director Derrick Pitts joins CBS News with more.
Astronomers capture birth of a new solar system around sun-like baby star
Astronomers have discovered the earliest seeds of planets forming around HOPS-315, a baby star located 1,300 light-years away.
What to know about the Perseids and when to view the 2025 meteor shower
The Perseids meteor shower begins this week and is expected to offer one of the best astronomy shows of 2025.
Massive black hole merger forms one 225 times the mass of the sun
Two black holes merged into one massive one, scientists from an international collaborative group said.
Putin, Trump envoy Witkoff meet ahead of Trump Ukraine war accord deadline
The Russian president and Trump emissary held talks in Moscow days before the White House deadline for Russia to reach a peace deal with Ukraine.
Trump, Apple to announce new $100 billion commitment to manufacturing in U.S.
The new investment would increase Apple's commitment to U.S. manufacturing to $600 billion over the next four years, according to a White House official.
U.S. to auction seized Russian yacht worth hundreds of millions
The 348-foot Amadea was seized in 2022 by a federal task force that aimed to punish sanctioned Russian oligarchs.
Trump hits India with additional 25% tariff over Russian oil imports
Mr. Trump said he was imposing the additional 25% tariff because India continues to buy oil from Russia.
Hulu and Disney+ will be combined into one app, Disney says
CEO Bob Iger said Disney will combine the two streaming services to create a "unified app experience."
EPA considers ending $7 billion Solar for All program funding
The Solar for All program provides funding to grant recipients that planned to create or expand solar programs for low-income communities.
Top federal official gunned down near U.S. border in Mexico
Attorney General's Office Tamaulipas state delegate Ernesto Vásquez Reyna was killed in the middle of the busiest avenue of the border city of Reynosa.
Sen. Marsha Blackburn announces bid for Tennessee governor
Republican Sen. Marsha Blackburn announced a bid for Tennessee governor on Wednesday, pledging to make the state "America's conservative leader for this generation and the next."
Ghislaine Maxwell's attorneys argue against unsealing grand jury testimony
"Jeffrey Epstein is dead. Ghislaine Maxwell is not," Maxwell's attorney David Markus wrote in the court filing.
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U.S. warns travelers as mosquito-borne viral disease spreads in China
The United States is warning travelers to China about chikungunya, a virus that spreads to humans through mosquito bites and can cause severe joint aches, fatigue and fever.
Trump hits India with additional 25% tariff over Russian oil imports
Mr. Trump said he was imposing the additional 25% tariff because India continues to buy oil from Russia.
Trump, Apple to announce new $100 billion commitment to manufacturing in U.S.
The new investment would increase Apple's commitment to U.S. manufacturing to $600 billion over the next four years, according to a White House official.
Hulu and Disney+ will be combined into one app, Disney says
CEO Bob Iger said Disney will combine the two streaming services to create a "unified app experience."
Sen. Marsha Blackburn announces bid for Tennessee governor
Republican Sen. Marsha Blackburn announced a bid for Tennessee governor on Wednesday, pledging to make the state "America's conservative leader for this generation and the next."
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Disney's ESPN announces deals with NFL, WWE, as parent company's profits soar
Disney's profit and revenue climbed in its fiscal third quarter based on the strength of the entertainment company's streaming service and domestic theme parks.
Trump, Apple to announce new $100 billion commitment to manufacturing in U.S.
The new investment would increase Apple's commitment to U.S. manufacturing to $600 billion over the next four years, according to a White House official.
Hulu and Disney+ will be combined into one app, Disney says
CEO Bob Iger said Disney will combine the two streaming services to create a "unified app experience."
Teen jewelry retailer Claire's files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
The jewelry retailer geared toward adolescents has filed for bankruptcy for a second time since 2018.
Trump claims banks discriminate against conservatives through debanking
President Trump said two major banks turned down his business. Here's why conservatives are concerned with so-called debanking.
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Trump hits India with additional 25% tariff over Russian oil imports
Mr. Trump said he was imposing the additional 25% tariff because India continues to buy oil from Russia.
U.S. to auction seized Russian yacht worth hundreds of millions
The 348-foot Amadea was seized in 2022 by a federal task force that aimed to punish sanctioned Russian oligarchs.
EPA considers ending $7 billion Solar for All program funding
The Solar for All program provides funding to grant recipients that planned to create or expand solar programs for low-income communities.
Trump, Apple to announce new $100 billion commitment to manufacturing in U.S.
The new investment would increase Apple's commitment to U.S. manufacturing to $600 billion over the next four years, according to a White House official.
Sen. Marsha Blackburn announces bid for Tennessee governor
Republican Sen. Marsha Blackburn announced a bid for Tennessee governor on Wednesday, pledging to make the state "America's conservative leader for this generation and the next."
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U.S. warns travelers as mosquito-borne viral disease spreads in China
The United States is warning travelers to China about chikungunya, a virus that spreads to humans through mosquito bites and can cause severe joint aches, fatigue and fever.
Excessive screen time is linked to heart health risks in kids, research shows
Screen time doesn't just affect mental health. It may also take a toll on physical health, according to new research focused on heart health in children and teens.
RFK Jr. halts $500 million for mRNA vaccine research
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says the federal government is calling off around $500 million worth of vaccine development projects that use mRNA technology.
Harlem Legionnaires' outbreak: What to know
Dozens of people in Harlem, New York, have been impacted by an outbreak of Legionnaires' disease. Two people have died. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
No reward in Trump's law for states that rejected Obama's Medicaid expansion
GOP lawmakers in 10 states have refused for a decade to expand Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act. But when President Trump got another whack at Obamacare, these holdout states went unrewarded.
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U.S. warns travelers as mosquito-borne viral disease spreads in China
The United States is warning travelers to China about chikungunya, a virus that spreads to humans through mosquito bites and can cause severe joint aches, fatigue and fever.
Trump hits India with additional 25% tariff over Russian oil imports
Mr. Trump said he was imposing the additional 25% tariff because India continues to buy oil from Russia.
WWII bomb found in Germany, prompting thousands to evacuate
Around 80 years after the war, Germany remains littered with unexploded bombs, often uncovered during construction work.
Bird blamed for dropping fish on power line, sparking "heavy fire"
The nearest river is about two miles away, but investigators determined the fish was scooped up by an osprey, which then dropped it onto a power line midflight.
Top federal official gunned down near U.S. border in Mexico
Attorney General's Office Tamaulipas state delegate Ernesto Vásquez Reyna was killed in the middle of the busiest avenue of the border city of Reynosa.
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MTV announces 2025 Video Music Award nominees. See the full list.
Lady Gaga tops the list of nominees for the 2025 Video Music Awards. Here are all the VMA nominations, and how you can vote for your favorite artists.
Ozzy Osbourne died of a heart attack, death certificate shows
The death certificate for Ozzy Osbourne listed his occupation as "Songwriter, Performer and Rock Legend."
The Fray reunites with new music
Nearly two decades after their breakout hit "How to Save a Life," The Fray is back. Band members Joe King, Dave Welsh and Ben Wysocki join "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about reuniting, their next chapter, and what fans can expect on tour.
Daniel Dae Kim on new series "Butterfly"
Named one of TIME's 100 most influential people of 2025, Daniel Dae Kim stars and serves as executive producer in the upcoming series, "Butterfly." He joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the show's high-stakes story.
First MTV VMA nominations revealed
"CBS Mornings" exclusively reveals select nominees for the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, with big names featured across Best Pop, Best Country and Best Album categories.
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Excessive screen time is linked to heart health risks in kids, research shows
Screen time doesn't just affect mental health. It may also take a toll on physical health, according to new research focused on heart health in children and teens.
Project Stargate underway in Texas
One day after President Trump's inauguration, he announced Stargate, a partnership between some of the biggest names in artificial intelligence and a $500 billion bet on its future. Emily Chang, host and executive producer for Bloomberg Originals, gets a first look inside its construction.
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.
Older Americans turning to AI-powered chatbots for companionship
Jill Smola, a 75-year-old widow, says she spends up to five hours a day talking to a chatbot companion.
The A.I. Divide | America Unfiltered
A.I. is advancing faster than ever. This week, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg predicted that superintelligent artificial intelligence is within reach — and claims it will unlock a new era of personal empowerment. But how do everyday Americans feel about this? In this episode of America Unfiltered, CBS News' Anthony Salvanto breaks down new national polling data and hears directly from people across the country to explore the question: Is A.I. a breakthrough for humanity — or a threat to it? America Unfiltered is a bold and revealing segment from the CBS News Streaming Originals team. Each installment begins with fresh polling data on cultural flashpoints that shape daily life — but don't always make the headlines. Mixing data, raw commentary, and diverse perspectives, this series offers an honest look at what unites us, divides us, and how we really feel about the world we're living in.
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Bear charges NHL mascot and player
Seattle Kraken forward John Hayden and the NHL team's mascot were charged by a bear during a promotional shoot in Alaska. The bear turned away before making contact.
Coast Guard report on OceanGate accident
The U.S. Coast Guard released its report on the OceanGate submersible implosion that occurred in June 2023. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more details.
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.
Lightning "megaflash" recognized as new world record
A lightning flash that extended 515 miles from eastern Texas to near Kansas City, Missouri, in 2017 is recognized as being the longest horizontal distance.
Researchers say they've discovered the potato's origins
The origin of potatoes has puzzled scientists for years, but researchers now say they've found an unlikely ancestor: tomatoes.
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More details on Maxwell's DOJ interview
The Justice Department conducted a two-day interview with Jeffrey Epstein's accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell amid the bipartisan push for the release of files relating to Epstein's case. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
Top federal official gunned down near U.S. border in Mexico
Attorney General's Office Tamaulipas state delegate Ernesto Vásquez Reyna was killed in the middle of the busiest avenue of the border city of Reynosa.
New details emerge on DOJ's Maxwell interview
Jeffrey Epstein's accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell did not implicate President Trump in her two-day interview with the Justice Department, a source says. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest, while Natalie Brand has more from the White House.
Accused serial killer dubbed "machete man" caught with body parts
The murders -- at least five are known to investigators -- always took place on Fridays, authorties said.
Epstein accuser's attorney speaks out
As convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and his associate Ghislaine Maxwell come back into the national spotlight, CBS News is also revisiting stories of Epstein survivors like Maria Farmer. She says she reported Epstein and Maxwell to the FBI in 1996 and 2006. She is suing the federal government for failing to protect her. Farmer's attorney, Jennifer Freeman, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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Crew Dragon docks with space station after problem-free rendezvous
The arrival of Crew 11 clears the way for four other station fliers to return to Earth next week after a 145-day stay in space.
NASA and SpaceX launch crew to space station on second try
The three-man one-woman crew plans to spend at least six months and possibly longer aboard the International Space Station.
SpaceX launch to ISS scrubbed
A SpaceX rocket set to launch a NASA crew to the International Space Station has been delayed for bad weather. CBS News' Mark Strassmann and Bill Harwood have more.
Former astronaut twins Mark and Scott Kelly on NASA cuts, SpaceX flight
Mark and Scott Kelly, twin brothers and former NASA astronauts, spoke to "CBS Mornings" about how the agency is set to lose 20% of its workforce, the SpaceX flight and more.
SpaceX rocket to launch crew to ISS
NASA astronaut Zena Cardman, who was bumped from an earlier flight to the International Space Station, could launch into space today on a SpaceX rocket. CBS News' Bill Harwood has more.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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"Son of Sam": A serial killer's reign of terror
Calling himself the "Son of Sam" in a letter left at one of the crime scenes, David Berkowitz claimed voices were ordering him to kill -- starting in the summer of 1976, he went on a 13-month spree of impulse killings in New York City that left six dead and seven injured
Summer music heats up 2025
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Evidence in the Suzanne Morphew case
Bizarre clues and evidence in the investigation into the Colorado mother's disappearance include a spy pen, plastic needle cap, and a chipmunk alibi.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
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Sneak peek: The Strange Shooting of Alex Pennig
ENCORE: A nurse is found dead in her apartment. Surveillance video captures her coming home for the last time. Can investigators piece together what happened next? "48 Hours" contributor Natalie Morales reports Saturday, Aug. 9 at 10/9c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+ (DVR alert: possible sports delay).
Inside the world of Honolulu Ocean Safety
Nate Burleson joins the men and women of Honolulu Ocean Safety, the lifeguards who patrol Oahu's treacherous North Shore and save lives far beyond the beach.
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Virginia Giuffre's family speaks out
As the Justice Department considers releasing Ghislaine Maxwell's interview, the family of Virginia Giuffre joins "CBS Mornings" to reflect on her legacy and respond to Maxwell's push for clemency.
Study links screen use to health risks in kids
Research shows children and teens who spend too much time on screens may face higher chances of developing obesity, high blood pressure and diabetes, especially if they also get poor sleep. Dr. Celine Gounder joins "CBS Mornings" to break it down.