U.S. joins 174 nations to sign hard-won climate pact
Ceremony at United Nations headquarters is a record-setter, but it's only the 2nd major step toward real global cooperation
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How on earth will poorest nations fund climate deal?
A $100 billion plan to help poor nations cope may be murkiest part of Paris pact's huge $16.5 trillion anti-pollution tab
The latest on the Paris climate deal and the 2016 presidential campaign trail, with Secretary of State John Kerry, Ohio Gov. John Kasich, GOP strategist Frank Luntz, Sen. Richard Burr, R-North Carolina, and others
The latest on the Paris climate deal and the 2016 presidential campaign trail, with Secretary of State John Kerry, Ohio Gov. John Kasich, GOP strategist Frank Luntz, Sen. Richard Burr, R-North Carolina, and others.
In an interview that aired on CBS' "Face the Nation" on December 13, 2015, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry discusses the historic climate change deal reached in Paris on Saturday and weighs in on Donald Trump's proposal to ban Muslims from the U.S.
In an interview that aired on CBS' "Face the Nation" on December 13, 2015, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry discusses the historic climate change deal reached in Paris on Saturday and weighs in on Donald Trump's proposal to ban Muslims from the U.S.
Secretary of State John Kerry believes the landmark climate change agreement in Paris sends a strong message to the business community, urging them to reduce their carbon footprint
Secretary of State John Kerry believes the landmark climate change agreement in Paris sends a strong message to the business community, urging them to reduce their carbon footprint. The secretary of state estimates the move toward renewable energy will cost about 50 trillion dollars over the next 30 or 40 years. Kerry says the energy shift will create new jobs, but predicts Americans will pump gas for years to come.
The latest on the Paris climate deal and the 2016 presidential campaign trail, with Secretary of State John Kerry, Ohio Gov. John Kasich, GOP strategist Frank Luntz, Sen. Richard Burr, R-North Carolina, and others
The latest on the Paris climate deal and the 2016 presidential campaign trail, with Secretary of State John Kerry, Ohio Gov. John Kasich, GOP strategist Frank Luntz, Sen. Richard Burr, R-North Carolina, and others.
Who are the winners and losers of the COP21's climate deal?
On its face, the plan agreed to on Saturday affects just about every nation on earth -- but not all will benefit
Obama hails historic deal to slow global warming
Almost every country in the world promised to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Climate negotiators strike deal to slow global warming
Almost every country in the world promises to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Paris climate talks go into overtime
One of the sticking points: Who should pay for damages caused by climate change?
Scotland uses power of tides to help the earth
In a remote coastal town in Scotland, one of the newest ideas in renewable energy comes from the oldest of sources: the oceans
Study sees possible dip in world carbon emissions
Report of a decline in China's pollution coincides with Beijing's worst smog alert in history
He also discusses how he hopes his climate change initiatives will be part of his presidential legacy
In his first interview since returning from the U.N. Climate Change summit in Paris, Mr. Obama speaks to "CBS This Morning" co-host Norah O'Donnell about how the threat and strain of climate change impacts world conflict and terrorism. He also discusses how he hopes his climate change initiatives will be part of his presidential legacy.
Citing the environmental work of past Republican leaders Obama said the party's staunch opposition to his climate change efforts today are "ironic"
Citing the environmental work of past Republican leaders, the president tells "CBS This Morning" co-host Norah O'Donnell that the party's staunch opposition to his climate change efforts today are "ironic."
The president defends his EPA rules preventing the building of new coal plants and explains why natural gas makes a good replacement
The president defends his EPA rules preventing the building of new coal plants and explains to "CBS This Morning" co-host Norah O'Donnell why natural gas makes a good replacement.
Negotiators from around the world are now in the middle of two weeks of talks in Paris, trying to reach an agreement to limit global warming
Negotiators from around the world are now in the middle of two weeks of talks in Paris, trying to reach an agreement to limit global warming. President Obama spoke to “CBS This Morning” co-host Norah O’Donnell at the White House about his effort to fight climate change and hopes to leave behind a legacy.
The president speaks to "CBS This Morning" co-host Norah O'Donnell
The president speaks to "CBS This Morning" co-host Norah O'Donnell about trusting China to push its climate change efforts, and the importance of greater transparency and accountability of countries negotiating a global climate deal in Paris.
Why the Paris climate change talks could flop
Despite all the good intentions at the COP21 summit, a range of factors could sabotage plans to fight global warming
How climate change became so politicized
Climate change is "easy to demonize," says Republican who once headed the EPA
Climate-forced migration, displacement still unaddressed
Up to 760 million worldwide face forced relocation due to changes in the climate by century's end, yet there is no support for them
Norway pushes for an electric car revolution
What if you could buy a car that produces zero emissions and where the fuel, the parking and the driving are basically free?
Biz groups differ on best approach to climate change
While U.S. Chamber of Commerce fights Obama's plan to cut greenhouse gases, another major chamber wants in on the COP21 action
Obama calls climate change an "imperative" despite terror threat
The president explained why the world is focusing on climate amid a terror threat before leaving the Paris climate talks
Paris climate talks: What comes next?
The success of the summit largely depends on how seriously countries take the commitments they have made
A new CBS News/New York Times poll shows 66 percent of Americans say the U.S. should join an international treaty to reduce global warming
Nearly 150 world leaders are meeting in Paris for the largest-ever climate change summit. A new CBS News/New York Times poll shows 66 percent of Americans say the U.S. should join an international treaty to reduce global warming. Margaret Brennan reports from Paris, where security concerns threaten to overshadow the talks.
Home from war, veterans' trauma still ripples through families
Millions of kids are stepping up to help wounded warriors and their families deal with the impact of service.
CBS News poll: Biden-Trump race tight in Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin
In Michigan, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania, both Biden and Trump elicit feelings of worry, anger and nostalgia, according to latest CBS News poll.
Military families in Hawaii still have health concerns after jet fuel spill
Military families still have health concerns two years after thousands of gallons of jet fuel spilled into the Navy water supply at Hawaii's Pearl Harbor base.
Dan Rather, at 92, on a life in news
It's been almost 20 years since Dan Rather signed off at the network where he spent 44 years covering wars, politics, and the assassination of JFK. But he has not retired from the life of a reporter.
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem addresses dog killing controversy
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem addressed on social media the backlash she received after details of her soon-to-be-released book were revealed.
Trump and DeSantis meet in South Florida to talk about 2024 election
It's the first meeting between the two men since Florida Governor Ron DeSantis ended his 2024 presidential challenge against former President Trump.
McConnell stands by past statement that ex-presidents are "not immune" from prosecution
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, in an interview with "Face the Nation," weighed in on Trump's broad immunity claims.
Tornadoes kill 4, leave a trail of destruction in Oklahoma
More than 100 tornadoes were detected in six states in the Midwest over the weekend.
Violence breaks out at dueling pro-Israel and pro-Palestine protests on UCLA campus
Violence broke out on the UCLA campus where dueling demonstrations between pro-Israel and pro-Palestine groups got underway on Sunday, the school said.
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Trump and DeSantis meet in South Florida to talk about 2024 election
It's the first meeting between the two men since Florida Governor Ron DeSantis ended his 2024 presidential challenge against former President Trump.
Texans receiver Tank Dell wounded in Florida shooting
Texans wide receiver Tank Dell "sustained a minor wound" in a shooting that took place early Sunday morning in Florida, the team said.
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem addresses dog killing controversy
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem addressed on social media the backlash she received after details of her soon-to-be-released book were revealed.
Pope Francis makes first trip outside of Rome in seven months
Pope Francis traveled to the lagoon city to visit the Holy See's pavilion at the Biennale contemporary art show and meet with the people who created it.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation," April 28, 2024
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and UNICEF executive director Catherine Russell join Margaret Brennan.
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United Auto Workers reaches deal with Daimler Truck, averting potential strike
The union struck a four-year agreement with the German company on Friday evening, just before the expiration of the previous contract.
Intimacy coordinators are on the rise on film and TV sets. Here's what they do.
Intimacy coordination is a relatively new and growing field with movie and television productions required to make a good-faith effort to hire one if needed on set.
Possible TikTok ban leaves some small businesses concerned for their survival
Under the new law signed this week, ByteDance has nine to 12 months to sell the platform to an American owner, or TikTok faces being banned in the U.S.
Here's how much income it takes to be considered rich in your state
The income needed to join your state's top earners can vary considerably, from a low of $329,620 annually in West Virginia to $719,253 in Washington D.C.
Many Americans retire far earlier than expected — and not by choice
About 7 in 10 retirees stop working before they turned 65. For many of them, it was for reasons beyond their control.
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Trump and DeSantis meet in South Florida to talk about 2024 election
It's the first meeting between the two men since Florida Governor Ron DeSantis ended his 2024 presidential challenge against former President Trump.
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem addresses dog killing controversy
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem addressed on social media the backlash she received after details of her soon-to-be-released book were revealed.
Rep. Summer Lee says "we don't" hear if college students are excited to vote for Biden
Campus protesters are "looking for some sort of acknowledgement from our leadership," Democratic Rep. Summer Lee of Pennsylvania said.
Hamas hostage's niece worries a deal isn't in Netanyahu's "political interest"
Hanna Siegel's uncle, U.S.-Israeli citizen Keith Siegel, was one of the hostages seen in a Hamas propaganda video Saturday.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation," April 28, 2024
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and UNICEF executive director Catherine Russell join Margaret Brennan.
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Pasteurization working to kill bird flu in milk, early FDA results find
Around 1 in 5 retail milk samples had tested positive for the bird flu virus, but further tests show it was not infectious.
Plans for menthol cigarette ban delayed due to "immense" feedback
The White House had been due to decide on the menthol cigarette rule in March.
Superbug from human eye drops outbreak spread to dogs
The discovery of drug-resistant bacteria in two dogs prompted a probe by the CDC and New Jersey health authorities.
"Vampire facials" at unlicensed spa infected 3 with HIV, CDC says
First known HIV cases from a nonsterile injection for cosmetic reasons highlights the risk of unlicensed providers.
Don't just track your steps: 4 health points to monitor on your smartwatch
Are you using your smartwatch to the fullest? Here are 4 metrics doctors say can be useful to track beyond your daily step count.
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Pope Francis makes first trip outside of Rome in seven months
Pope Francis traveled to the lagoon city to visit the Holy See's pavilion at the Biennale contemporary art show and meet with the people who created it.
Prince Harry to return to U.K. for Invictus Games anniversary
The Duke of Sussex will attend the thanksgiving service for the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games Foundation in London on May 8.
World Central Kitchen resuming Gaza operations weeks after deadly strike
Nonprofit organization World Central Kitchen is set to resume its aid work in Gaza, weeks after seven aid workers were killed.
Hamas releases propaganda video of two hostages, including U.S. citizen
The hostages seen on the video were identified as Omri Miran and Keith Siegel by the campaign group the Hostages and Missing Families Forum.
Iraqi social media influencer shot dead in Baghdad
Iraqi authorities are investigating the killing of a well-known social media influencer Um Fahad who was shot by an armed motorcyclist in front of her home in central Baghdad.
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Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who recently left us, including keyboardist Mike Pinder, of The Moody Blues.
Kate Hudson on her "Glorious" album
She made a name for herself as an Oscar-nominated actress in "Almost Famous." But music has always been in her blood, and now Kate Hudson is making a name for herself as a singer-songwriter, with her debut album, "Glorious."
Kate Hudson on her "Glorious" album
Kate Hudson made a name for herself as an Oscar-nominated actress in "Almost Famous." But music has always been in her blood, and now Hudson is making a name for herself as a singer-songwriter. She talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about her debut album, "Glorious," filled with her songs about life and love, and reveals the one song that truly rips her heart out.
Uncovering the artwork of Stanley Whitney
He's been painting for more than 50 years, but artist Stanley Whitney – whose bold, colorful canvases offer vibrant hues and deliberately ferocious brushstrokes – is just now getting his first major retrospective (including many works never before exhibited publicly), at the Buffalo AKG Art Museum in Buffalo, N.Y. Correspondent Alina Cho talks with Whitney about the breakthrough that came during his artistic journey.
The Book Report: Washington Post critic Ron Charles (April 28)
This month's fiction and non-fiction titles include the follow-up from Amor Towles, author of the international sensation, "A Gentleman in Moscow."
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Romance scam victims speak out
After delving into the world of romance scams, CBS News followed up with several victims whose ordeals were highlighted. Jim Axelrod shares their stories.
Breakthrough AI tech speeding up MRI scans
NYU Langone Health and Meta have developed a new type of MRI that dramatically reduces the time needed to complete scans through artificial intelligence. CBS News correspondent Anne-Marie Green reports.
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.
FCC votes to restore net neutrality
The Federal Communications Commission voted to adopt net neutrality regulations, a reversal from the policy adopted during former President Donald Trump's administration. Christopher Sprigman, a professor at the New York University School of Law, joins CBS News with more on the vote.
Don't just track your steps: 4 health points to monitor on your smartwatch
Are you using your smartwatch to the fullest? Here are 4 metrics doctors say can be useful to track beyond your daily step count.
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Why bats are vital to the ecosystem
Bats have often been called scary and spooky but experts say they play an important role in our daily lives. CBS News' Danya Bacchus explains why the mammals are so vital to our ecosystem and the threats they're facing.
Doctor on lessons from Flint water crisis
Pediatrician Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, whose work has spurred official action on the Flint water crisis, told CBS News that it's stunning that "we continue to use the bodies of our kids as detectors of environmental contamination." She discusses ways to support victims of the water crisis, the ongoing work of replacing the city's pipes and more in this extended interview.
Flint residents on 10 years of water crisis
Ten years ago, a water crisis began when Flint, Michigan, switched to the Flint River for its municipal water supply. The more corrosive water was not treated properly, allowing lead from pipes to leach into many homes. CBS News correspondent Ash-har Quraishi spoke with residents about what the past decade has been like.
Paving the way to a greener future
According to the University of California, Davis, residential energy use is responsible for 20% of total greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. However, one company is helping residential buildings reduce their impact and putting carbon to use. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn shows how the process works.
Cicada noise in S.C. prompts calls to sheriff
Emerging cicadas are so loud in one South Carolina county that residents are calling the sheriff's office asking why they can hear a "noise in the air that sounds like a siren, or a whine, or a roar." CBS News' John Dickerson has details.
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Romance scam victims speak out
After delving into the world of romance scams, CBS News followed up with several victims whose ordeals were highlighted. Jim Axelrod shares their stories.
"Psychological autopsy" used to determine mindset of shooting victim
After a traditional autopsy, a coroner ruled Kristen Trickle died by suicide. But prosecutors in Kansas questioned if she could have fired the large-caliber revolver that killed her and ordered an autopsy of her mind.
Poisoned cheesecake used as a weapon a first for NY investigators
Viktoria Nasyrova attempted to murder a woman with cheesecake. As one private investigator would find out, she had a list of alleged victims — including her ex-boyfriend's dog.
Dramatic video shows K9 deputies arrest double murder suspect
Angel Gabriel Cuz-Choc was found hiding in a wooded area after his girlfriend and her 4-year-old daughter were found dead in Florida.
K-9 deputies arrest man accused in double murders
Dramatic bodycam footage shows the moment Florida deputies and K-9 dogs close in on a double murder suspect hiding in a thickly wooded area.
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Astronauts confident Boeing's Starliner is finally ready for crew flights
Astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams say they have complete confidence in the Starliner despite questions about Boeing's safety culture.
Man who hoped to be first Black astronaut in 1960s finally heading to space
In 1961, Ed Dwight was selected by President John F. Kennedy to enter an Air Force training program known as the path to NASA's Astronaut Corps. But he ultimately never made it to space.
Spacecraft spots "spiders" scattered across surface of Mars
The creepy patterns were observed by the European Space Agency's ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter.
Veteran taikonaut, 2 rookies launched to Chinese space station
The Shenzhou 18 crew will replace three taikonauts aboard the Chinese space station who are wrapping up a six-month stay.
Distant spacecraft sends data to Earth for first time in 5 months
In November 2023, NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft stopped sending "readable science and engineering data."
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
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.
Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
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?
CBS newsman Charles Osgood (1933-2024)
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.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
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Military families say base's water was unsafe
Thousands of gallons of jet fuel contaminated the Navy's drinking water system for Pearl Harbor. Families dealing with health issues are suing, alleging they were harmed by negligence at Red Hill.
Romance scam victims speak out
After delving into the world of romance scams, CBS News followed up with several victims whose ordeals were highlighted. Jim Axelrod shares their stories.
Restaurant uses robot to serve food, clear dishes
Cajun Crack'n Seafood in Concord, California, has been using a robot to serve food and clear dishes. The robot, affectionately called Rosie, has become a customer favorite. Itay Hod reports.
WNBA legend Candace Parker announces retirement
Candace Parker, a three-time WNBA champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist, announced Sunday that she is retiring after 16 seasons in the WNBA.
High speed rail line in Las Vegas being built
Construction has begun in Las Vegas on what will be the fastest train line in the United States. The line will connect to existing rails in Los Angeles, with the trip between the two destinations expected to take about two hours. Elise Preston has more.