Hurricane Sam forecast to rapidly intensify in the Atlantic
Sam is just the latest in an exceptional number of tropical systems that have rapidly intensified in the past two seasons.
Climate Change
Silicon Valley hopes to use purified wastewater as drinking water
Local officials are attempting to improve the water's image. They view cutting-edge technology as key to overcoming the effects of climate change on water supplies.
EPA sharply limits use of HFCs – powerful coolant greenhouse gases
Officials call the new rule a key step in fighting climate change. It has the strong support of both environmental and business groups.
WHO revises air quality guidelines for first time in more than 15 years
The organization said the effects of air pollution are more prevalent in low income communities and countries.
Late-night comedians team up to tackle the climate crisis
"Laughing at a problem can help make the problem seem less intimidating — maybe even more solvable," said the organizer of Climate Night.
McDonald's to cut plastic toys in its Happy Meals
With 5,000 Happy Meals reportedly sold every minute, McDonald's has become one of the largest toy distributors in the world.
Walmart to tag 2,000 products deemed healthier for planet and people
Known for low prices, the world's biggest retailer will highlight store items seen as more nutritional or sustainable.
Giant blanket wrapped around base of world's biggest tree, a sequoia
The aluminum around the General Sherman Tree is fire-resistant and part of a gallant effort to protect the sequoias in California's rugged Sierra Nevada from threatening wildfires.
Countries "nowhere near" climate change targets, watchdog says
Dramatic reductions in emissions would help prevent the world from drastically exceeding 1.5°C of global warming, but even the biggest countries are falling short.
Climate change could push 200 million people to move by 2050
Water scarcity, decreasing crop productivity and rising sea levels could lead to millions of "climate migrants," World Bank report says.
The other greenhouse gas
Methane is 85 times more powerful than carbon dioxide when it comes to planet-warming properties. Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk are contributing to an effort to monitor it leaking from oil and gas sites. Ben Tracy reports.
U.S. slightly surpasses 1936 record for hottest summer ever, NOAA says
In addition to the record-breaking heat, there were several significant climate anomalies and events this summer, per National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Biden wants to grow solar power tenfold in 15 years
Solar could provide as much as 40% of U.S. electricity by 2035 under aggressive clean-energy laws.
Polar bears are inbreeding as ice melts away, scientists say
A new study issues "an early warning" about the fate of polar bears if their habitats continue to melt away.
Shipping industry group backs putting a price on carbon
Shipping, crucial to the world's economy, was left out of the Paris Agreement to curb global warming.
Ida's remains threaten once-in-a-century flood event in Northeast
Ida's intense rain and winds are partly fueled by climate change.
Record temperatures take social and economic toll
Climate-change-driven heat waves don't just cost businesses money. They can cost people their lives.
The Arctic Circle saw record-high temperatures in 2020, NOAA report finds
The 31st annual State of the Climate report confirmed 2020 was among the three warmest years in recorded history.
Official says Caldor Fire "has simply outpaced us" as it nears Lake Tahoe
The Caldor Fire has burned 126,182 acres and is only 11% contained, according to Cal Fire.
Climate change made catastrophic flood more likely, study finds
And there's one factor that could mean these findings underestimate the impact.
Americans should "disaster-proof" their homes, experts say
Extreme weather poses a growing threat to homeowners, with storms growing in number and intensity.
At least 22 killed and more than 50 missing in Tennessee flood
The flooding in rural areas took out roads, cellphone towers and telephone lines, leaving families uncertain about whether their loved ones survived the unprecedented deluge.
Lake Powell shrinking amid drought
Lake Powell is just 32% full following 21 years of sustained drought. April Warnecke has more on the cause and what it means for the future.
How climate change helped strengthen the Taliban
As drought and extreme flooding has crippled rural Afghanistan, the Taliban has swooped in to provide rural Afghans with financing, at the same time sowing doubt in the former government — helping to expand their power and popularity.
Wildfire crews get creative for water sources during bad droughts
The ones in California sometimes get it from some unlikely places.
Science
Landsat Earth observation satellite launched into orbit
Landsat 9 will replace an older satellite to monitor Earth's environment – documenting everything from crops to deforestation to sea level rise.
Massive fireball traveling 32,000 mph caught on video
At least five fireballs seen over the U.S. in the same night and 80 people reported the one over North Carolina.
Humans may have been in the Americas much earlier than once thought
Ancient fossilized footprints show evidence of humans living in North America dating back to around 21,000 to 23,000 years ago.
Vampire bats hunt and eat with trusted buddies, study shows
Female vampire bats meet up with roostmates while foraging, cooperate on their hunting trips, and even chat with each other, researchers say.
Fauci says "dark winter" can be avoided if more are vaccinated
On this week's "The Takeout" podcast, Dr. Anthony Fauci talks about what to expect this winter from COVID-19, vaccinations and booster shots.
EPA sharply limits use of HFCs – powerful coolant greenhouse gases
Officials call the new rule a key step in fighting climate change. It has the strong support of both environmental and business groups.
WHO revises air quality guidelines for first time in more than 15 years
The organization said the effects of air pollution are more prevalent in low income communities and countries.
Hubble discovers 6 massive, dead galaxies from early universe
The reason why these galaxies died during the universe's most prolific period of star birth is still a mystery.
Devastating photos of tornado damage
Twisters wreak havoc across America.
Late-night comedians team up to tackle the climate crisis
"Laughing at a problem can help make the problem seem less intimidating — maybe even more solvable," said the organizer of Climate Night.
Spanish island's erupting volcano could remain a threat for months
Evacuations continue as lava creeps toward the coast and authorities warn residents of La Palma of more earthquakes, lava flows, toxic gases, volcanic ash and acid rain to come.
COVID has now killed about as many Americans as the 1918 pandemic
An additional 100,000 or so Americans will die of COVID-19 by January 1, according to one projection.
Volcano erupts on Spain's La Palma island, forcing evacuations
Authorities had evacuated about 5,000 people by Monday morning and said at least 20 homes were destroyed by the lava.
Swarm of bees kills dozens of endangered African penguins
Conservation foundation's vet says bee stings around the dead animals' eyes reveals the nature of the "very rare" attack on a beach near Cape Town.
Gottlieb says COVID origins may never be known
The former FDA commissioner talked with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan about his upcoming book on COVID-19.
World
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North Korea fires short-range missile to sea in latest test
A ballistic missile launch would violate a U.N. ban, but the council typically doesn't impose new sanctions on North Korea for launches of short-range weapons.
Germany elects two transgender women to parliament
This was also the historically best election for their party.
China says U.K. warship in Taiwan Strait shows "evil intentions"
Beijing has long complained about U.S. "freedom of navigation" passages through the disputed waterway. Now other countries are sailing the same route.
Why Germany post-Angela Merkel may feel a lot like the Merkel years
In 16 years as Chancellor, Merkel not only influenced German society, she may have defined it. And those seeking to replace her clearly recognized a winning strategy.
South Korea's president raises ban on eating dog meat
The meat has long been a part of South Korean cuisine with about one million dogs believed to be eaten annually.
U.S.
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She shed $350,000 in student loans—no lawyer required
Erasing student debt often seems like an impossible dream, even when people declare bankruptcy. But it can be done.
Devastating photos of tornado damage
Twisters wreak havoc across America.
Couple celebrating 50th anniversary killed in Amtrak train derailment
Three people were killed when the train derailed in Montana.
U.S. expels nearly 4,000 Haitian migrants in 9 days
The deportees, including hundreds of families with children, are returning to a country ravaged by natural and man-made calamities.
Murder rate climbed in 2020, amid gun stockpiling and pandemic pressures
But overall crime dropped for the 18th consecutive year.
Politics
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U.S. expels nearly 4,000 Haitian migrants in 9 days
The deportees, including hundreds of families with children, are returning to a country ravaged by natural and man-made calamities.
Murder rate climbed in 2020, amid gun stockpiling and pandemic pressures
But overall crime dropped for the 18th consecutive year.
Republicans block Senate bill to fund government and suspend debt ceiling
The vote comes the same week as Democrats are trying to pass President Biden's domestic agenda.
Battle over how states redraw their districts begins
Republicans and Democrats are fighting over redistricting changes that will play a key role in control of the House in 2022.
Biden gets COVID-19 booster shot on camera
Public health officials have recommended a booster shot for those 65 and older, among other groups.
Entertainment
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Entertainment
Exhibit celebrates lowrider culture
A new exhibit celebrates lowrider culture. A form of expression for Latinos in the U.S., it was once a social justice movement that transformed into an art form. CBS San Francisco's Len Ramirez shares more.
R. Kelly guilty on all counts in sex trafficking case
R&B singer R. Kelly was found guilty on all counts after 11 accusers testified. Jericka Duncan has the latest.
"DWTS" pro Cheryl Burke tests positive for COVID-19
I have to quarantine for 10 days, I've been ordered to stay home," Burke said in an emotional video.
Vanessa Lachey on new show "NCIS: Hawai'i"
Actress Vanessa Lachey is starring in the new CBS primetime show "NCIS: Hawai'i" as special agent-in-charge Jane Tennant. She joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about how she felt when she learned she got the role.
"Moulin Rouge! The Musical" rules the Tony Awards
"Moulin Rouge! The Musical" was the big winner in the long-delayed Tony Awards, winning 10 awards, including Best Musical. The show heralded the return of Broadway, showcasing the mandate for all audience members to be masked and vaccinated. Jamie Wax reports.
Technology
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Facebook says it will "pause" Instagram Kids after backlash
Social media platform for kids has drawn fire from parents and child advocates. Facebook still says the service is needed.
Silicon Valley hopes to use purified wastewater as drinking water
Local officials are attempting to improve the water's image. They view cutting-edge technology as key to overcoming the effects of climate change on water supplies.
QAnon power vacuum on Telegram fueling antisemitism, ADL says
Messaging platform is favored by QAnon leaders because of its light approach to moderating content, according to a report.
New law protects warehouse workers at companies like Amazon, backers say
Measure bars companies from penalizing or firing workers for failing to meet quotas because they took restroom or meal breaks.
Elizabeth Holmes duped me, former general James Mattis testifies
General James Mattis joined the Theranos board in 2013, believing its blood-testing tech would save lives of troops in battle.
Science
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Landsat Earth observation satellite launched into orbit
Landsat 9 will replace an older satellite to monitor Earth's environment – documenting everything from crops to deforestation to sea level rise.
Massive fireball traveling 32,000 mph caught on video
At least five fireballs seen over the U.S. in the same night and 80 people reported the one over North Carolina.
Humans may have been in the Americas much earlier than once thought
Ancient fossilized footprints show evidence of humans living in North America dating back to around 21,000 to 23,000 years ago.
Vampire bats hunt and eat with trusted buddies, study shows
Female vampire bats meet up with roostmates while foraging, cooperate on their hunting trips, and even chat with each other, researchers say.
Fauci says "dark winter" can be avoided if more are vaccinated
On this week's "The Takeout" podcast, Dr. Anthony Fauci talks about what to expect this winter from COVID-19, vaccinations and booster shots.
Health
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Health
Arthritis and sleep: Get a better night's rest
According to the Arthritis Foundation, as many as 80% of people living with arthritis have trouble sleeping at night, and sometimes that can create a cycle of insomnia and pain. Dr. George Cyril, a physiatrist at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, joined "CBSN AM" to discuss how to manage arthritis and sleep.
Massachusetts State Police troopers resign over COVID vaccine mandate
Dozens of Massachusetts State Police troopers have submitted paperwork to resign in response to the governor's COVID-19 vaccine mandate, according to a union that represents around 1,800 officers.
You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
COVID-19 reduced life expectancy for U.S. men by 2.2 years
Study of 29 countries finds that American men experienced the biggest drop in life expectancy as virus raged last year.
Pfizer is testing a pill to ward off COVID-19
Researchers think the oral antiviral therapy will work better against the virus when used with an HIV drug.
MoneyWatch
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She shed $350,000 in student loans—no lawyer required
Erasing student debt often seems like an impossible dream, even when people declare bankruptcy. But it can be done.
COVID-19 reduced life expectancy for U.S. men by 2.2 years
Study of 29 countries finds that American men experienced the biggest drop in life expectancy as virus raged last year.
Pfizer is testing a pill to ward off COVID-19
Researchers think the oral antiviral therapy will work better against the virus when used with an HIV drug.
Nursing homes charging ahead to administer vaccine boosters
Facilities are racing to protect residents while bracing for some unvaccinated workers to jump ship.
Facebook says it will "pause" Instagram Kids after backlash
Social media platform for kids has drawn fire from parents and child advocates. Facebook still says the service is needed.
Crime
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FBI took items from Laundries' home to build DNA match: Attorney
Laundrie remains at large.
Accused gunman was asked to leave his job hours before Kroger shooting
Police said the alleged shooter, 29-year-old UK Thang, killed one and injured 14 others before dying of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Teens charged with planning Columbine-style attack at their high school
Two of the students, 15-year-old Alyssa Kucharski and Zavier Lewis, will be charged as adults due to the "serious nature of the charges," the office said.
R. Kelly found guilty of all charges of racketeering and sex trafficking
Kelly, 54, was accused by multiple witnesses of targeting, grooming and exploiting young women and men.
Utah player killed in shooting less than year after teammate
Lowe was a high school teammate of Jordan's in Texas, and switched his jersey to honor his friend after the 19-year-old died of a gunshot wound.
Space
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Landsat Earth observation satellite launched into orbit
Landsat 9 will replace an older satellite to monitor Earth's environment – documenting everything from crops to deforestation to sea level rise.
Hubble discovers 6 massive, dead galaxies from early universe
The reason why these galaxies died during the universe's most prolific period of star birth is still a mystery.
Space Force reveals new prototype uniform
The "Guardian Service Dress" features a jacket with silver buttons running diagonally along one side of the front, with the wearer's name pin on the left and a light blue shirt peeking out from underneath.
How to see the Harvest Moon, the last full moon of summer 2021
The full moon closest to the autumnal equinox is known as the Harvest Moon.
Inspiration4 crew returns to Earth after historic flight
The Inspiration4 crew splashed down at 7:07 p.m. ET near Cape Canaveral to close out a three-day mission.
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Richest women in the world, ranked by net worth
Their fortunes start at $6.99 billion and go up — way up — from there
Devastating photos of tornado damage
Twisters wreak havoc across America.
The Kristin Smart disappearance
The prime suspect in the Kristin Smart disappearance is arrested almost 25 years after the college student went missing and authorities say a podcaster helped make it happen.
2021 Met Gala: Red carpet arrivals on fashion's biggest night
After a pandemic hiatus, the Met Gala returns with the theme "In America: A Lexicon of Fashion."
Met Gala: Craziest looks of all time
The bigger the tiara — or pope hat — the better! (Just ask Rihanna, Katy Perry or Sarah Jessica Parker ... )
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Liz Cheney: The "60 Minutes" interview
Liz Cheney tells Lesley Stahl about running for re-election as an anti-Trump Republican in Wyoming, where her own party there has called for her resignation, and joining the House Select committee investigating the January 6 Capitol riot.
9/27: Red and Blue
Crucial week for Biden's agenda in Congress; Texas governor shows support for border patrol agents
"60 Minutes" speaks to the king of free diving
Sharyn Alfonsi talks to Alexey Molchanov about reaching the top of his sport by diving hundreds of feet into the ocean with just one deep breath.
R. Kelly guilty of sex trafficking, racketeering
After decades of allegations including sexual assault, child pornography and kidnapping, R&B singer R. Kelly has been found guilty of one count racketeering and eight counts sex trafficking. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan reports on the high-profile case. Then, former prosecutor and criminal defense attorney Vinoo Varghese joins CBSN's Ed O'Keefe to analyze how the case concluded and discuss what comes next.
California's newest firefighting tool
Bill Whitaker reports on the largest helicopter to ever fight fires at night, now being used in California as the state faces one of its most intense fire years ever.