Would you pay $100 for 3 peaches from a nuclear disaster zone?
London luxury hotspot Harrods says it proudly sells "the most exquisite products from around the world" - including some pricey peaches from Fukushima.
Disaster In Japan
Mission launched to sample radioactive debris from Fukushima reactor
Japanese officials launch a complex mission to retrieve a sample of melted fuel debris from a damaged reactor at the Fukushima nuclear plant.
First images show damage deep inside Japan's worst-hit nuclear reactor
Images from a drone sent deep into the wreckage of Japan's earthquake-hit Fukushima nuclear plant show the aftermath of a meltdown.
Fukushima nuclear plant starts highly controversial wastewater release
In response, China banned seafood from Japan. But Japan insists the release is needed to make room for the plant's decommissioning and to prevent accidental leaks.
Thieves may have sold radioactive scrap metal from Fukushima plant
Japan's environment ministry says workers stole and sold potentially radioactive scrap metal from near the tsunami-crippled Fukushima nuclear plant.
Japan moves toward releasing Fukushima nuke plant wastewater into sea
The plan to filter and dilute millions of tons of water from the plant crippled by the 2011 quake and tsunami and pipe it out to sea has drawn both foreign and domestic opposition.
Robot probes nuclear reactor
Bread loaf-sized bot captures images of harsh impact of meltdown "caused by the melted fuel or its heat".
Radiation reaches U.S.
For the first time, radiation from the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster in Japan has been found in the United States. CBSN's Cindy Hsu has the story on how researchers detected radiation on the coast of Oregon.
Japan to dump radioactive water from Fukushima plant into ocean
The plan to release hundreds of thousands of tons of wastewater from the crippled nuclear plant into the Pacific has angered some of Japan's residents, and neighbors.
Three and a half years later after an earthquake and tsunami caused nuclear disaster in Japan, inspectors have cleared two reactors to go back online
Three and a half years later after an earthquake and tsunami caused nuclear disaster in Japan, inspectors have cleared two reactors to go back online. Operators of Japan’s Sendai nuclear plant boosted protections against earthquakes and tripled the height of its tsunami seawall. Seth Doane reports.
The cost of cleaning up the mess caused by Japan’s nuclear disaster is adding up
The cost of cleaning up the mess caused by Japan’s nuclear disaster is adding up. And, as Seth Doane reports, Japan doesn’t have enough room to store the millions of tons of radioactive soil that has been scraped up.
Survivor recalls Japan earthquake hitting his school 10 years later
CBS News' Lucy Craft lost contact with her son Kohei for days when the 2011 earthquake and tsunami ravaged the region where he was going to school.
Japanese city wiped out by the tsunami is rebuilt, but not healed
"There's collective grief, and that is one of those things you don't snap out of," a resident of Rikuzen-Takata says. "When everyone is sad together, it's intense."
How a "miracle piano" has helped to heal Japan's tsunami scars
Hiroshi Endo's determination to resurrect a high school's treasured instrument was more about fixing broken hearts than mud-mangled keys.
Japan said to opt to release treated Fukushima water into sea
The decision is highly controversial and staunchly opposed by environmentalists and local fishermen and farmers, among others.
Power company execs cleared of negligence in Fukushima disaster
Former chairman and 2 others found not guilty of criminal negligence, as judge rules they couldn't have anticipated 2011 tsunami damage
Workers start removing fuel from Japan's quake-damaged nuke reactor
Beginning of work to extract fuel from 3 Fukushima reactors that melted down is a milestone, but the hardest work is yet to come
Is the U.S. ready for a mega-earthquake?
Rebecca Jarvis interviews the director of the U.S. Geological Survey, Dr. Marcia McNutt, and seismologist, James Gaherty, PhD., about the the likelihood of the U.S. getting hit with an earthquake like the one that hit Japan and if so, are we prepared?
After Japan quake, divorce more popular: survey
A recent survey reveals that more Japanese men and women in Japan are considering divorce in the wake of the earthquake and tsunami that devastated the country.
New setbacks for Japan's damaged nuclear power plant
A mysterious and serious setback prompted workers to evacuate Japan's Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear plant and once again stopped efforts to stabilize the plant. Bill Whitaker reports.
Robot probes crippled nuke reactor for melted fuel
Bread loaf-sized bot captures images of harsh impact of Fukushima meltdown "caused by the melted fuel or its heat"
Sister cities after the tsunami
The March tsunami destroyed the Japanese town of Otsuchi, but not its bond to the town of Fort Bragg, CA, which is determined to help save its sister. Bob Simon reports.
Radiation from Japan's nuclear disaster detected on Oregon shores
Seawater samples indicate radiation from the Fukushima, but at extremely low levels deemed not harmful to humans or the environment
Fukushima meltdown apology: "It was a cover-up"
TEPCO Power Co. boss admits his predecessor ordered staff to hide the looming disaster, but was it a crime?
Japanese woman breaks silence on Fukushima-related cancer
Near-silence about disease highlights fears of thyroid-cancer patients from disaster area about being "nail that sticks out"
World
Transcript: Utah Gov. Spencer Cox on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sept. 13, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, a Republican, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sept. 13, 2026.
Trump says Ukraine needs to stop targeting Russian refineries
Civilians were killed and injured overnight into Sunday as both Russia and Ukraine kept up large-scale drone strikes.
Investigation
Loopholes and shady practices taint U.S. surrogacy industry
Lured by promises of payment and a desire to help other families, surrogates discover they have few protections from practices that cast a "dark shadow" over the industry.
Transcript: Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sept. 13, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, a Democrat, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sept. 13, 2026.
Uncovering a Holocaust survival story
A school oral history project to interview World War II veterans uncovered little-known stories from the conflict, including the liberation by American troops of 2,500 Holocaust survivors from a so-called "death train" in April 1945.
Pope Leo commemorates 9/11 attacks, calls for renewed commitment to peace
The Chicago-born pope made his first public comments to commemorate 25 years since the attacks, speaking in English at the end of his traditional Sunday noon blessing.
Search underway for 130 people after Indonesian passenger ship overturns
Indonesian rescuers launched a search operation after authorities lost contact with a passenger ship carrying more than 240 people in the Java Sea.
Celine Dion overcomes rare neurological disorder to perform first concert in 6 years
Celine Dion's return to the stage underscored a remarkable comeback after stiff-person syndrome, an incurable condition that causes stiffness and cramps, forced her to cancel shows and cast years of uncertainty over whether she would ever perform again.
Putin warns Europe against sending troops to Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that sending European troops into Ukraine would amount to direct conflict with Russia.
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Ross Fire still burning, with over 90,000 acres scorched
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
El-Sayed says public oversight needed on AI
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed said that there are "a lot of real risks" in artificial intelligence.
Investigation
Loopholes and shady practices taint U.S. surrogacy industry
Lured by promises of payment and a desire to help other families, surrogates discover they have few protections from practices that cast a "dark shadow" over the industry.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei: "For too long the industry lied" about AI risks
The head of the artificial intelligence company calls the exponential rate of AI developments a "warning sign," with risks for humanity, and says, "We need to slow down." He talks with "Sunday Morning" about possible steps forward.
2026 midterm election races to watch
CBS News has identified nine key Senate and 42 House races that will likely decide the majority — all of which can change during the midterm campaign.
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Trump admin. to send $500 checks to nearly 1 million ACA enrollees
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
See how your income tax bracket could change for 2027
The adjustment could provide financial relief for taxpayers who find that more of their income is taxed at lower rates, a Bloomberg analysis suggests.
How lower-paid workers are getting their biggest pay raise in years
Some workers are seeing stronger wage growth by switching jobs, while others are "job-hugging" because of AI, research shows.
Fed rate hike likelihood jumps to nearly 90% after hotter CPI report
Investors believe the Fed will raise borrowing costs as it works to tame inflation, which has risen a full percentage point since the Iran war started.
Record-setting cyclospora outbreak is over, U.S. health officials say
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said there is no longer a risk of people getting sick with cyclosporiasis from this outbreak and is confident that all related iceberg lettuce is off the market.
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Transcript: Utah Gov. Spencer Cox on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sept. 13, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, a Republican, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sept. 13, 2026.
El-Sayed says public oversight needed on AI
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed said that there are "a lot of real risks" in artificial intelligence.
Trump says Ukraine needs to stop targeting Russian refineries
Civilians were killed and injured overnight into Sunday as both Russia and Ukraine kept up large-scale drone strikes.
Transcript: Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sept. 13, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, a Democrat, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sept. 13, 2026.
2026 midterm election races to watch
CBS News has identified nine key Senate and 42 House races that will likely decide the majority — all of which can change during the midterm campaign.
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Pennsylvania woman dies of measles complications, Jefferson County Coroner reports
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.
Strange symptom and a "weird" referral led to surprise Stage 4 cancer diagnosis
Kate Ping thought she was just stressed out. A nurse practitioner's surprising recommendation led to a shocking diagnosis.
Trump admin. to send $500 checks to nearly 1 million ACA enrollees
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
Record-setting cyclospora outbreak is over, U.S. health officials say
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said there is no longer a risk of people getting sick with cyclosporiasis from this outbreak and is confident that all related iceberg lettuce is off the market.
Coroner releases details on 2 infant deaths in Pennsylvania measles outbreak
Neither infant was old enough to be vaccinated. The first dose of the measles vaccine is typically given at around 1 year of age.
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Transcript: Utah Gov. Spencer Cox on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sept. 13, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, a Republican, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sept. 13, 2026.
Trump says Ukraine needs to stop targeting Russian refineries
Civilians were killed and injured overnight into Sunday as both Russia and Ukraine kept up large-scale drone strikes.
Investigation
Loopholes and shady practices taint U.S. surrogacy industry
Lured by promises of payment and a desire to help other families, surrogates discover they have few protections from practices that cast a "dark shadow" over the industry.
Transcript: Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sept. 13, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, a Democrat, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sept. 13, 2026.
Uncovering a Holocaust survival story
A school oral history project to interview World War II veterans uncovered little-known stories from the conflict, including the liberation by American troops of 2,500 Holocaust survivors from a so-called "death train" in April 1945.
Entertainment
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Diane von Furstenberg on life, love, and a wrap dress
One of the most important names in fashion for nearly 50 years, Diane von Furstenberg has long empowered women, with practical, feminine clothing, most famously embodied by her '70s wrap dress.
Extended interview: Diane von Furstenberg
In this web exclusive, fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg talks with correspondent Alina Cho about the origin and legacy of the wrap dress; aging; and the lessons she learned from her mother, a Holocaust survivor. She also discusses her annual DVF Awards (now in its 17th year), which celebrate women of accomplishment.
Diane von Furstenberg on life, love, and a wrap dress
Diane von Furstenberg has been one of the most important names in fashion for nearly 50 years, whose brand has long empowered women, with practical, feminine clothing (most famously embodied by her '70s wrap dress). In Venice, correspondent Alina Cho visits with von Furstenberg, who talks about her life's journey, which she calls a miracle thanks to a mother who survived the Holocaust.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including blues and R&B singer-songwriter Benny Latimore.
Almanac: September 13
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
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Anthropic CEO on U.S.-China AI race
In an exclusive interview with CBS News' Jo Ling Kent, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei called on the tech industry to slow the development of AI. But, he acknowledged the "toughest dilemma" is coming to an international agreement amid the development race between the U.S.and China.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei: "For too long the industry lied" about AI risks
The head of the artificial intelligence company calls the exponential rate of AI developments a "warning sign," with risks for humanity, and says, "We need to slow down." He talks with "Sunday Morning" about possible steps forward.
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.
Extended Interview: Dario Amodei
In this web exclusive, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei sits down with Jo Ling Kent to discuss the artificial intelligence community's responsibility as technology rapidly develops.
Anthropic CEO: "The industry lied" about AI risks
Dario Amodei, head of the artificial intelligence company Anthropic, calls the exponential rate of AI developments a "warning sign," with risks for humanity, and says, "We need to slow down." He talks with correspondent Jo Ling Kent about possible steps forward.
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Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
First-ever adult T. rex trackway found in North Dakota
Paleontologists have identified the first known trackway made by a full-grown Tyrannosaurus rex, and the discovery was made in the North Dakota badlands.
Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
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Lindsay Clancy juror speaks out
Paula Devlin, a juror in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, sat down with Shanelle Kaul to share her experience with the high-profile case and tense deliberations that ultimately ended in a mistrial.
Man arrested in death of Tasia Fortune, woman found hanging from tree
Mississippi police have arrested a man in the death of Tasia Fortune, a Black woman found hanging from a tree last month.
State of al‑Qaeda 25 years after 9/11 attacks
25 years after 9/11, we rarely hear about the state of the organization responsible for the attacks. The Atlantic recently put out a piece on al-Qaeda that says in part, "analysts can't decide if the terrorist organization is all but defunct or more threatening than ever." The article's author, Graeme Wood, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
New terror threats against U.S. post 9/11
The FBI is warning of potential attacks on 9/11 remembrance ceremonies as terrorist groups call for new strikes on U.S. soil. Anna Schecter has more.
Suspects in $6 million romance scam targeting women extradited to U.S.
The men, who were arrested in the South African city of Cape Town in 2021, are set to be handed over to officials from the FBI.
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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CBS News political panel on midterms
With the midterm elections less than two months away, CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto, CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and Amy Walter, editor-in-chief of Cook Political Report, join to discuss what voters can expect to see on the midterm campaign trail and the outlook for both parties.
Utah Gov. Cox on AI regulation
Utah's Republican Gov. Spencer Cox told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the government needs to come together to "protect the public" on AI, saying "government doesn't get this right often either, but we should be at the table working together, and that's what we've done in Utah."
Poll: Dems hold edge in bid for House control
The CBS News Battleground Tracker poll finds that both Republicans and Democrats see the midterms as being about President Trump, albeit for different reasons. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto joined "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" to delve deeper into the poll's findings.
Face the Nation: Cox, Salvanto, panel
Missed the second half of the show? Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto and our political panel with Salvanto, CBS news senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and Amy Walter, editor-in-chief and publisher of the Cook Political Report.
Anthropic CEO on U.S.-China AI race
In an exclusive interview with CBS News' Jo Ling Kent, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei called on the tech industry to slow the development of AI. But, he acknowledged the "toughest dilemma" is coming to an international agreement amid the development race between the U.S.and China.