Virtual fences, nets and eagles: Drones face security obstacles
Drones show the world from a new perspective, but even as they push the limits, some drone-makers say it’s time to limit their capabilities
Drones show the world from a new perspective, but even as they push the limits, some drone-makers say it’s time to limit their capabilities
Drone sales are soaring this holiday season, but safety concerns are rising as well. Carter Evans reports on how new technology can prevent drone users from entering dangerous territory.
Mohammed Alzoari, who was found gunned down in his car last week in Tunisia, supervised the group’s drone program
Amazon's first drone delivery is officially "in the books," the company announced Wednesday
Guests are suing a groom after a drone crash during his wedding. The lawsuit says the drone hit two women on the dance floor. Nick Giovanni from CBS station WBZ in Boston has the story.
Wedding guests say drone hit their heads during reception in New Hampshire
Apple is reportedly trying to update Apple Maps using drones, which the company says are more efficient that camera-equipped minivans. CNET editor Jeff Bakalar explains the advantages and pitfalls.
Trident is a remote-controlled underwater drone that cuts through water like a fish and can dive the length of a football field. It's been used to find shipwrecks, pottery in underwater caves in Mexico, and explore a lake on Mount Everest. Ben Tracy has more.
Drug cartels are now using homemade aircraft and drones to deliver narcotics over the U.S.-Mexico border. But U.S. Border Patrol is using some high-flying technology to track down the drugs, and the bad guys. Chris Martinez went to the border in Arizona to see how it works.
Native American opponents and their supporters continue aggressive opposition to $3.8 billion pipeline
Drones are now making much-needed deliveries of blood in parts of Rwanda, where rugged mountains dominate the landscape. Debora Patta reports on the drone fleet.
"Add a small amount of explosives to a small drone, and even the psychological factor is pretty significant" notes one expert
Humanitarian groups see drones as a "leapfrog technology" on the continent with the worst infrastructure of any developing region
There will be 600,000 commercial drone aircraft operating in the U.S. within the year as the result of new safety rules that opened the skies to them, FAA says
A new set of rules for the use of commercial drones went into effect Monday. CBSN's Elaine Quijano has the latest on the new regulations.
Google's parent company, Alphabet, is getting ready to start testing its drone delivery service in the U.S. The White House approved the "Project Wing" program this week, as part of a wider initiative to explore commercial drone use. This follows Amazon's partnership with the British government to tests its Prime Air drones in the U.K. CBS News contributor and NewYorker.com editor Nicholas Thompson joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the growing industry.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has a highly unusual plan to protect one of North America's rarest mammals
State lawmakers take action after unauthorized drone got in firefighters' way; bill strengthens punishments for drones in fire areas
Watchdog groups are criticizing recently-released numbers on those killed by American drone strikes outside of war zones. An unprecedented report released Friday reveals the Obama administration has killed more than 2,300 so-called "enemy combatants." But critics say the report significantly undercounts the number of "non-combatant" deaths. Jan Crawford reports.
Viral Youtube videos showing the pair's weaponized flying machines have drone the feds attention and ire
An increasing number of American farmers are using a high-tech tool to make their jobs a little easier. Drones are being put to work by a New Jersey cranberry farmer. Jamie Yuccas has more.
FAA releases long-anticipated rules allowing drone operators to fly smaller vehicles without special permission
Hunter the bald eagle is the world's first bird trained to take down drones that cause trouble in the sky. Police chief Mark Weibes says the rogue devices have been seen hovering over packed parades and airports. This is a low tech solution to a high tech problem. Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
Police chief: There's been no safe, quick way to capture illegal drones -- until now
Police in the Netherlands plan to use trained eagles to keep drones from flying in areas where they're not allowed. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
As of the end of March, more than 187,000 Ukrainians have arrived in the U.S. under the Uniting for Ukraine program, resettling with resounding efficiency and relatively little controversy.
The NYPD moved in on the encampment at NYU and started making arrests on Monday night.
A bill that could ultimately ban TikTok in the U.S. will soon head for a vote in the Senate. Here's what experts say to expect next.
Cancer, heart disease, respiratory illnesses and kidney dysfunction among the health consequences of a warming planet.
After a U.S. investment of about $1 billion in Niger, the welcome mat is being yanked out from under American troops' feet.
The Spice Girls had a reunion on Saturday and even put on an impromptu performance.
Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister James Marape has accused President Biden of disparaging the South Pacific island nation by implying that an uncle had been eaten by "cannibals" there during World War II.
A tiny baby rescued from the womb after an Israeli airstrike in Gaza killed her mother is doing well after being moved to a new hospital.
Terry Anderson, the globe-trotting Associated Press correspondent who became one of America's longest-held hostages, has died at age 76.
Karen, a "vibrant and beloved ostrich" at the Topeka Zoo, died after swallowing keys she nabbed from a staffer, the zoo announced on Facebook last week.
As of the end of March, more than 187,000 Ukrainians have arrived in the U.S. under the Uniting for Ukraine program, resettling with resounding efficiency and relatively little controversy.
The NYPD moved in on the encampment at NYU and started making arrests on Monday night.
Laura Kowal's match on an online dating site wasn't what he seemed. Now her daughter is on a mission to expose the risk of romance scams: "It could happen to anybody."
Proposed deal "threatens to deprive consumers of the competition for affordable handbags," federal agency says.
Proposed deal "threatens to deprive consumers of the competition for affordable handbags," federal agency says.
A bill that could ultimately ban TikTok in the U.S. will soon head for a vote in the Senate. Here's what experts say to expect next.
Cancer, heart disease, respiratory illnesses and kidney dysfunction among the health consequences of a warming planet.
A "concierge service" that lets paying members bypass airport security lines is unfair to other travelers, California lawmaker says.
Tesla reduced prices by $2,000 on three of its five models in the U.S. and also slashed prices in China and Germany.
As of the end of March, more than 187,000 Ukrainians have arrived in the U.S. under the Uniting for Ukraine program, resettling with resounding efficiency and relatively little controversy.
The NYPD moved in on the encampment at NYU and started making arrests on Monday night.
Protesters have been arrested at Columbia and Yale as they've refused to move, calling for a break from Israel.
A bill that could ultimately ban TikTok in the U.S. will soon head for a vote in the Senate. Here's what experts say to expect next.
Those who prioritize climate change feel somewhat unsatisfied — more of them feel Biden has done too little.
Cancer, heart disease, respiratory illnesses and kidney dysfunction among the health consequences of a warming planet.
To reduce recidivism, some rural counties are hiring community health workers or peer support specialists to connect people leaving custody to mental health, substance use treatment, medical services and jobs.
The CDC estimates the U.S. could reach 300 measles cases in 2024 — more than the recent peak two years ago.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
A landmark review for Britain's National Health Service found young people have been let down by "remarkably weak" evidence backing medical interventions in gender care.
As of the end of March, more than 187,000 Ukrainians have arrived in the U.S. under the Uniting for Ukraine program, resettling with resounding efficiency and relatively little controversy.
The NYPD moved in on the encampment at NYU and started making arrests on Monday night.
A bill that could ultimately ban TikTok in the U.S. will soon head for a vote in the Senate. Here's what experts say to expect next.
Cancer, heart disease, respiratory illnesses and kidney dysfunction among the health consequences of a warming planet.
After a U.S. investment of about $1 billion in Niger, the welcome mat is being yanked out from under American troops' feet.
Facing widespread unhappiness over its response to the Israel-Hamas war, the writers' group PEN America has called off its annual awards ceremony.
The Spice Girls had a reunion on Saturday and even put on an impromptu performance.
Former Miss USA and Extra correspondent Cheslie Kryst shared her excitement about writing her first book, finishing the manuscript shortly before she died by suicide in 2022, at age 30. Her family says she battled severe depression for years. Now, her mother, April Simpkins, is honoring her daughter's wish by publishing her book. It's called "By the Time You Read This: The Space Between Cheslie's Smile and Mental Illness." April Simpkins joins us first on "CBS Mornings." For more information on Cheslie Kryst go to cheslieckrystfoundation.org
Best-selling author and dating coach Matthew Hussey, known for his popular podcast "Love Life with Matthew Hussey" and his popular YouTube videos, unveils his new book, "Love Life: How to Raise Your Standards, Find Your Person, and Live Happily -- No Matter What."
Taylor Swift’s new album, “The Tortured Poets Department,'' became Spotify’s most-streamed album in a single day while selling 1.6 million units. It’s on track to sell more than 2 million copies in its first week
Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo is at the center of a global competition for semiconductor dominance. It's a battle that also puts her at the center of two of the hottest global national security hotspots. Lesley Stahl of 60 Minutes spoke with Raimondo for the broadcast.
A bill that could ultimately ban TikTok in the U.S. will soon head for a vote in the Senate. Here's what experts say to expect next.
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.
More than 100 nations, including the United States, have agreed to protect 30% of the world's oceans by 2030.
More than 100 nations have agreed to protect 30% of the world’s oceans by 2030. One way of doing this is to create what are known as Marine Protected Areas, where human activity is restricted or banned. Ben Tracy reports on how a mix of AI and satellite vessel tracking data can help.
A photo taken two days after the sinking of the RMS Titanic apparently shows the iceberg that doomed the so-called unsinkable ship in 1912. CBS News' John Dickerson has details.
Despite how terrifying sharks might seem, the creatures are critical to the survival of the world's oceans. Oceans generate 50% of the oxygen on the planet and absorb 90% of excess heat created by global warming. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy spoke with conservationists in the Bahamas.
A new CBS poll finds that most of the public favors the U.S. taking steps to address climate change. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the numbers.
Climate change could cause a $38 trillion income loss per year globally by 2049, according to a new study by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research. CBS News' Lilia Luciano breaks down the numbers.
A recent report by the United Nations warned that 1 million species are at risk of extinction because of climate-related issues, and some scientists say the number could be even higher. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has more.
A growing form of fraud is posing physical, emotional, and financial threats to everyday Americans. Jim Axelrod reports on a romance scam turned tragic -- when a widow was swindled out of her life savings.
Laura Kowal's match on an online dating site wasn't what he seemed. Now her daughter is on a mission to expose the risk of romance scams: "It could happen to anybody."
Jurors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York got their first glimpse of the arguments both sides plan to make.
Federal law enforcement officials have brought charges against Xisen Guo, who is accused of creating an illicit marijuana-growing operation off the beaten path in rural Maine.
Officials say the story of a woman found dead, her savings drained, after meeting a con artist on an online dating site is part of a national crisis unfolding largely in secret.
A process called cryopreservation allows cells to remain frozen but alive for hundreds of years. For some animal cells, the moon is the closest place that's cold enough.
The Lyrid meteor show is set to peak as the week begins.
April's full moon, known as the Pink Moon, will reach peak illumination on Tuesday, but it will appear full from Monday morning through Thursday morning.
NASA confirmed Monday that a mystery object that crashed through the roof of a Naples, Florida home last month was space junk from equipment discarded by the space station.
NASA said it agrees with an independent review board that concluded the project could cost up to $11 billion without major changes.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
We look back at the life and career of the longtime host of "Sunday Morning," and "one of the most enduring and most endearing" people in broadcasting.
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
A photo taken two days after the sinking of the RMS Titanic apparently shows the iceberg that doomed the so-called unsinkable ship in 1912. CBS News' John Dickerson has details.
For the past two years, the U.S. has been quietly resettling hundreds of thousands of Ukrainian refugees. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez spoke with one of the families that escaped war and now live and work in New Jersey.
A growing form of fraud is posing physical, emotional, and financial threats to everyday Americans. Jim Axelrod reports on a romance scam turned tragic -- when a widow was swindled out of her life savings.
Despite how terrifying sharks might seem, the creatures are critical to the survival of the world's oceans. Oceans generate 50% of the oxygen on the planet and absorb 90% of excess heat created by global warming. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy spoke with conservationists in the Bahamas.
2024 kicked off with the highest number of drug shortages on record. CBS News reporter Erica Brown explains why some medications are harder to find and what's being done to fix the problem.