There may be 36 intelligent alien civilizations in the Milky Way
Scientists say there may be dozens of civilizations in our galaxy that are advanced enough to communicate with us.
Scientists say there may be dozens of civilizations in our galaxy that are advanced enough to communicate with us.
The gargantuan system, which formed just 1.5 billion years after the Big Bang, challenges some of the accepted theories of how galaxies in the universe may have formed.
After studying the star for nearly 30 years, astronomers have once again proven Albert Einstein's theory of relativity.
"I've been looking for a star like this for nearly 40 years and now we have finally found one," one astronomer said.
Are they just gas, or are they stars? Astronomers now believe the unusual objects may be a hybrid of both.
Astronomers in China made a surprising discovery: a massive black hole in our galaxy. Called LB-1, this one is about 70 times the mass of the sun. It's the first time a black hole of this size has been detected in the Milky Way.
A black hole with a mass of about 70 times that of the sun is lurking across our galaxy.
Astronomers spotted the star just 29,000 light-years away from Earth — "practically next door by astronomical standards"
For nearly a century the Mars Wrigley company has been making candy treats that have filled kids' Halloween stashes – and adults', too
Scientists spot a flare of light coming from a black hole in the Milky Way. Syracuse University physics professor Duncan Brown explains to CBSN how the mysterious event may have occurred.
Scientists called the flashes "unprecedented"
Scientists using the Low-Frequency Array (LOFAR) telescope in the Netherlands have detected more than 300,000 galaxies that couldn't be seen by previous technology. CBSN's Tanya Rivero has more.
200 scientists from 18 countries have revealed hundreds of thousands of previously undetected galaxies
Saturn's rings may have formed during the age of dinosaurs – but compared to the planet, that's not that old
Collection of radio telescopes measured a span of 66,000 light-years from Earth across the Milky Way's center to a star-forming area near the edge of the other side of the galaxy
About 10,000 stars zipping through the Milky Way may actually be runaways from a neighboring galaxy, researchers say
Amateur photographer Sam Wilson captured the Milky Way and Aurora Australis in this stunning time-lapse video
New Zealand photographer Sam Wilson captured this stunning time-lapse video of the Milky Way and Aurora Australis -- the southern hemisphere's version of the Northern Lights. Six hours of footage shot from Coronet Peak on New Zealand's South Island was condensed into 30 seconds in this video, which went viral online.
New research shows that when a black hole devours a star, it spews planet-size "spitballs" of regurgitated gas
Tracing the mysterious history of the galaxy we call home
Behold a rare sight: bright-blue wisps of glowing gas and sparkling young stars in one of the closest galaxies to Earth
Breathtaking images of the Milky Way, the Northern Lights and more
Scientists wonder whether a mysterious force far beyond our galaxy will ultimately destroy us
Seeing the national park in daylight is only half the story. Jeff Glor watched astronomers gather for a "Star Party"
An astronomer's Twitter post leads to clues about the formation of our galaxy
The United Nations and other agencies have warned for weeks that an Israeli assault on Rafah, which borders Egypt near the main aid entry points, would cripple humanitarian operations
Nemo beat Croatia's Baby Lasagna to the title by winning the most points from a combination of national juries and viewers around the world.
Kennedy said he now supports abortions up until the point of fetal viability.
A line of family, friends and loved ones filled a North Texas home to celebrate Viola Ford Fletcher's birthday.
At the same time, the three are accusing each other of being pro-transgender.
The Massachusetts man who received the first pig kidney transplant in the world has died.
Nearly two decades after an intoxicated and half naked William Greer confessed to killing Tammy Myers, her daughter is determined to see her mother's killer brought to justice.
After being stabbed in the face, neck and chest, Donna Ongsiako mustered the strength to climb up a staircase, call 911 and describe her unlikely attacker for investigators.
The experience backcountry skier was traveling on Donaldson Peak in Idaho's Lost River Range when they triggered a slope collapse.
Nearly two decades after an intoxicated and half naked William Greer confessed to killing Tammy Myers, her daughter is determined to see her mother's killer brought to justice.
The armed suspect died during the encounter, police said.
After being stabbed in the face, neck and chest, Donna Ongsiako mustered the strength to climb up a staircase, call 911 and describe her unlikely attacker for investigators.
Kennedy said he now supports abortions up until the point of fetal viability.
The men were among 31 soldiers killed when their C-46 transport plane hit a cliff while attempting to land in Okinawa, Japan on Aug. 13, 1945
A'ja Wilson, of the Las Vegas Aces, has joined a roster of women athletes who have partnered with Nike to develop signature collections.
The $5 meal could include a choice of a McChicken, a McDouble or four-piece chicken nuggets along with fries and a drink.
Due to bankruptcies and other problems, retailers plan to close almost 3,200 stores this year, up 24% from a year ago.
Huy Fung Foods said its peppers are "too green" to make its signature sriracha sauce, forcing it to suspend production until September.
Annual wildfires and flooding are keeping major insurance companies from covering homeowners in California and Florida.
Kennedy said he now supports abortions up until the point of fetal viability.
At the same time, the three are accusing each other of being pro-transgender.
Minnesota officially adopted its new state flag on Saturday, making the old flag history. So what happens to the old flag now that it is obsolete?
Michael Cohen's testimony in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York suggests the prosecution is reaching the home stretch of its case.
The highly anticipated State Department report doesn't formally conclude Israel is in violation of U.S. or international law.
Eighty-four million Americans had a mental disorder in 2022, while 34 million people had a substance use disorder. About 11 million people dealt with both, but many did not receive professional treatment, partially because of a persistent stigma leading to silence and shame around mental health problems. Michelle Miller reports on how former congressman Patrick J. Kennedy and author Stephen Fried are hoping to make change with their new book.
Some states are cracking down on claims by anti-abortion rights organizations that offer "abortion pill reversal" treatment.
The parents of a U.K. toddler say it's "absolutely mind-blowing" to see their daughter, enrolled in a gene therapy trial, hear for the first time.
Some of the strains in the "FLiRT" group are closely related to the JN.1 COVID variant from last winter.
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell said that the facility would be supported by the Seattle Fire Department's overdose response team.
Nemo beat Croatia's Baby Lasagna to the title by winning the most points from a combination of national juries and viewers around the world.
The European Broadcasting Union said Swedish police were investigating "a complaint made by a female member of the production crew" against Klein.
Tens of thousands of transborder students — some as young as kindergarteners — cross the border from Mexico into California, Arizona, New Mexico and Texas to pursue an education in the United States.
While officials worked to keep politics out of the event, the Israel-Hamas war led to controversy this year.
North Korea in recent months has maintained an accelerated pace in weapons testing as it expands its military capabilities while diplomacy with the United States and South Korea remains stalled.
Nemo beat Croatia's Baby Lasagna to the title by winning the most points from a combination of national juries and viewers around the world.
The European Broadcasting Union said Swedish police were investigating "a complaint made by a female member of the production crew" against Klein.
Native Fashion Week designers embraced the runway, juxtaposing modernity and traditional Native ceremony.
The new book by the host of HBO's "Real Time" takes aim at those who brazenly invoke the standards of today to rewrite history in ways that even "Star Trek" would think go too far.
While officials worked to keep politics out of the event, the Israel-Hamas war led to controversy this year.
Apple's "Crush!" advertisement for the new iPad Pro features a myriad of artistic tools getting smashed in a large hydraulic press.
The Ascension Healthcare Network, one of the nation's leading nonprofit and Catholic health systems, says a "cyber security event" disrupted its clinical operations Wednesday. Threat intelligence company Cyble says there have been 77 ransomware attacks on the U.S. health care sector since the beginning of February. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga joins to unpack the troubling trend.
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.
The tech giant disclosed Thursday that a database was accessed through a Dell portal, which contains a database of customer information. CBS News' John Dickerson has the details.
FTX says most of its customers will receive some of their money back nearly two years after the cryptocurrency exchange collapsed. Yesha Yadav, associate dean of Vanderbilt Law School, joins CBS News to discuss how the payback will work.
Parts of the country saw the aurora borealis on Friday night, and the dazzling show was expected to continue on Saturday night, according to experts.
Geomagnetic storms can affect infrastructure, but may also bring an expanded viewing of the aurora borealis.
Americans were being treated to a show of the northern lights this weekend from a powerful geomagnetic storm heading toward Earth.
The parents of a U.K. toddler say it's "absolutely mind-blowing" to see their daughter, enrolled in a gene therapy trial, hear for the first time.
Climeworks, a Swiss pioneer in the fast-growing field of CO2 capture and storage, launches operations at a new site on a dormant volcano.
Nearly two decades after an intoxicated and half naked William Greer confessed to killing Tammy Myers, her daughter is determined to see her mother's killer brought to justice.
The armed suspect died during the encounter, police said.
After being stabbed in the face, neck and chest, Donna Ongsiako mustered the strength to climb up a staircase, call 911 and describe her unlikely attacker for investigators.
The shooting occurred on Friday night inside a Regal Cinemas theater in Ohio, according to police.
Witness testimony continued Friday in the murder trial of Karen Read, a Massachusetts woman accused of killing her police officer boyfriend, John O'Keefe, in 2022. Read has pleaded not guilty and her lawyers argue local law enforcement officials are framing her. CBS News Boston's Penny Kmitt has the latest on the testimony.
Geomagnetic storms can affect infrastructure, but may also bring an expanded viewing of the aurora borealis.
Americans were being treated to a show of the northern lights this weekend from a powerful geomagnetic storm heading toward Earth.
The sunspot responsible for the odd series of strong solar flares is so big you can see it with your own eyes from Earth.
In the image, "a ghostly hand appears to be emerging from the interstellar medium and reaching out into the cosmos," the NOIRLab said.
The so-called super Earth — known as 55 Cancri e — is among the few rocky planets outside our solar system with a significant atmosphere.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
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.
A woman outwits a young stranger who attacked her in her own home. What will it take to find him? "48 Hours" contributor Jim Axelrod reports.
The largest geomagnetic storm in more than 20 years reached Earth Friday, and put on a northern lights show, with breathtaking images from Europe to Canada, and across much of the U.S., even as far south as Florida. Michael George reports.
For families in the Bay Area, the Top of the Mark in San Francisco is the place you go to celebrate a special occasion. Now, the historic cocktail lounge is celebrating its 85th anniversary. Juliette Goodrich has more.
South Florida's growing human population has presented challenges to native animals, and the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station in Miami is working to bring things back into balance. Cristian Benavides has more on its important work.
Thousands more people are evacuating the southern Gaza city of Rafah, on top of the more than 100,000 who have already fled in the past week as Israel warns of a possible ground assault of the city. Ramy Inocencio has the latest.