A megaflood could bring over 8 feet of water to parts of California
Climate change has already doubled the likelihood of catastrophic flooding in the state, researchers found, and without a limit on greenhouse gas emissions, it'll only get worse.
Climate Change
A third of Americans will soon live in dangerously hot areas: report
Researchers project that more than 100 million people will soon live in regions where the heat index reaches 125 degrees.
Thousands flee homes as raging wildfire chars France's wine country
With record heat turning brush and farmland into a tinderbox across much of Europe, wildfires are tearing across France, Spain and Portugal.
Arctic warming up to four times faster than the rest of the planet, study shows
The new study shows that warming in the Arctic is much worse than scientists previously thought.
England just had its driest July in almost 90 years
Much of Europe is sweltering under historic heat waves and parched conditions hitting everything from agriculture to transport.
U.K. so hot and dry, the source of the River Thames has dried up
"Hopefully downstream we will find the Thames, but at the moment, it's gone," said one tourist who had come, hoping to see the origin of the iconic English river.
Landfills are "super emitters" of methane, satellite data finds
The powerful greenhouse gas traps 80 times more heat in the atmosphere than carbon dioxide does.
Climate change is "eroding a way of life" for Fiji's fisherwomen
As waters warm and storms become more intense, some of Fiji's fisherwomen are making about half as much money as they used to – for more time spent working out at sea.
"Terrifying" study links climate hazards to hundreds of infectious diseases
"There is no speculation here whatsoever," the study's lead author said. "These are things that have already happened."
4th set of human remains found at drought-stricken Lake Mead
It was the fourth time human remains were discovered since its shorelines began retreating due to the drought's impact.
Due to climate change, Nevada says goodbye to grass
In a state where every drop of water counts, ornamental grass – which accounts for a large percentage of outdoor water use – has been banned in Southern Nevada, just one step being taken to address rising temperatures and shriveling reservoirs.
UPS workers demand safety protections amid intense heat waves
As the mercury soars, delivery drivers at the shipping company complain about a lack of AC and the punishing work pace.
Two of largest U.S. reservoirs on brink of "dead pool status"
The water levels in Lake Mead and Lake Powell are so low "that we're no longer speaking of a drought."
NOAA says record-breaking coastal floods will only get worse
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions is essential to preventing "severe and transformative impacts" along U.S. coastlines in the next 30 years, a new report from NOAA says.
Parts of Great Barrier Reef show highest coral cover in 36 years
The central and northern stretches of the reef recorded the highest coral cover in 36 years but are still vulnerable to climate change, monitoring group says.
Spain bans offices, bars and shops from setting AC below 80 degrees
The guidelines also include keeping heating at or below 66 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter.
Summer in the U.S. could be eight degrees hotter in 2100
In about 78 years, Chicago could feel like Alabama and New York could feel like South Carolina.
Scientists warn about risks of a worst-case "climate endgame"
"Right now, I think we're being naive. We're not looking at the worst-case scenarios at all, really," says Luke Kemp of Cambridge's Centre for the Study of Existential Risk.
6 deaths in Seattle area blamed on recent heat wave
In Oregon, 14 deaths are being investigated as possibly heat-related.
McKinney Fire, California's biggest of year, turns deadly
The blaze, in Klamath National Forest in Northern California, also forced thousands to evacuate as it tore through drought-caused tinder dry terrain.
Extreme heat suspected in 4 Oregon deaths: "Don't consider yourself invincible"
The forecast showed no sign of letting up soon in a region unaccustomed to such temperatures.
Lightning kills dozens in a week in northern India
The latest victims were farmers who took shelter under trees during a drenching monsoon. India's monsoon season lasts from June through September.
Grass fire likely sparked by mower chars as many as 20 Dallas area homes
The mower was being used in an open field to trim brush when its blade struck some debris, generating a spark that ignited the blaze, officials said.
Melting glacier moves Swiss-Italian border
There have been diplomatic negotiations over a mountain lodge that was built in Italy, over half of which is now on Swiss territory.
Firefighters slow growth of vast Oak Fire near Yosemite National Park
Its spread was limited to just a few hundred acres. But the blaze was only 16% contained at last word. It's California's largest wildfire this year.
Science
A megaflood could bring over 8 feet of water to parts of California
Climate change has already doubled the likelihood of catastrophic flooding in the state, researchers found, and without a limit on greenhouse gas emissions, it'll only get worse.
CDC tweaks monkeypox guidance over suspected human-to-dog transmission
Researchers studying two men who caught the virus in Paris said "symptom onset in both patients and, subsequently, in their dog suggest human-to-dog transmission."
A third of Americans will soon live in dangerously hot areas: report
Researchers project that more than 100 million people will soon live in regions where the heat index reaches 125 degrees.
Earth spinning faster is no reason to panic, scientists say
News of the faster rotation led to misleading posts on social media about the significance of the measurement, leading some to express concern about its implications.
Ice Age human footprints found in Utah desert: "Lost oasis"
Men find 88 distinct prints left by a mixture of adults and children on what is now the Utah Test and Training Range.
Shrinking snowpack threatens California water supply
For more than 75 million Americans living out West, snow melt from the Sierra Nevada is a major source of water. However, the mountain range's snowpack is shrinking, down an average of 23% since 1955. Roger Bales, professor of engineering at the University of California, Merced, joins CBS News to discuss what this could mean for California's water future.
Stunning image of colliding galaxies
In a part of space far, far away, two galaxies joined together to form one of the universe's most spectacular events – a galactic merger with streaming stars and chaos. And scientists say the stunning images are a preview of what's to come for the Milky Way.
U.K. so hot and dry, the source of the River Thames has dried up
"Hopefully downstream we will find the Thames, but at the moment, it's gone," said one tourist who had come, hoping to see the origin of the iconic English river.
Landfills are "super emitters" of methane, satellite data finds
The powerful greenhouse gas traps 80 times more heat in the atmosphere than carbon dioxide does.
Environmental impact of food
Beef, lamb, nuts, dried fruit and coffee were rated the worst in a study that looked at the environmental impact of 57,000 different foods. Scientists found squash, fizzy drinks like Colas and sports and energy drinks were least harmful to the environment.
Study finds spiders likely sleep and dream a lot like people
Researchers in Germany monitored jumping spiders as they snoozed, and saw characteristic traits of REM sleep never observed before in invertebrates.
Evidence of "bone-crushing" dog found at Tennessee fossil site
The university says this is the first evidence of a dog at the site that was a densely forested habitat with plants and tree-dwelling animals.
"Terrifying" study links climate hazards to hundreds of infectious diseases
"There is no speculation here whatsoever," the study's lead author said. "These are things that have already happened."
Due to climate change, Nevada says goodbye to grass
In a state where every drop of water counts, ornamental grass – which accounts for a large percentage of outdoor water use – has been banned in Southern Nevada, just one step being taken to address rising temperatures and shriveling reservoirs.
Experts call for more public urgency on climate change
In a state where every drop of water counts, ornamental grass – which accounts for a large percentage of outdoor water use – has been banned in Southern Nevada. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with climate and water experts about the steps being taken (or not) to address rising temperatures; and with astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson about the lack of urgency he says is hampering humanity's ability to counter this existential threat to our planet.
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1 killed, 9 injured after house explodes in Missouri
A preliminary investigation suggests that the explosion was caused by a gas leak, officials said.
16 U.S. states offering stimulus checks and tax rebates
From California to Maine, some Americans are getting financial help in the face of higher food and gas prices.
Pete Carril, iconic Princeton basketball coach, dies at age 92
Carril led Princeton to 11 NCAA Tournament appearances.
Capri Sun juice pouches recalled over possible cleaning solution contamination
"Diluted cleaning solution, which is used on food processing equipment, was inadvertently introduced into a production line at one of our factories," Kraft Heinz said.
Judge approves $24M equal pay settlement for U.S. women's soccer team
A federal judge in Los Angeles has given preliminary approval for a $24 million pay discrimination settlement.
MoneyWatch
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16 U.S. states offering stimulus checks and tax rebates
From California to Maine, some Americans are getting financial help in the face of higher food and gas prices.
Black farmers say Inflation Reduction Act reneges on promises
"This is just like the 40 acres and a mule," one farmer said. "You get promises, but you never actually get it."
Biden to sign Inflation Reduction Act
The bill passed the House and Senate along party lines last week
Pfizer CEO tests positive for COVID-19, reports mild symptoms
Pharmaceutical company chief said he is taking the company's own Paxlovid pill and isolating while he recovers.
WeWork's Adam Neumann to launch new real estate company
His new startup has scored a huge investment from Silicon Valley venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz.
Politics
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How Trump handled classified documents
Former national security adviser John Bolton said his old boss' handling of sensitive documents "worried" him.
Black farmers say Inflation Reduction Act reneges on promises
"This is just like the 40 acres and a mule," one farmer said. "You get promises, but you never actually get it."
Justice Department opposes unsealing Trump warrant affidavit
The FBI affidavit, used to justify the Aug. 8 search on Mar-a-Lago, would likely have key details of the government's investigation into the former president.
Biden to sign Inflation Reduction Act
The bill passed the House and Senate along party lines last week
Protests break out in Kenya after William Ruto declared president
Violence has erupted with accusations of election-rigging since William Ruto was declared Kenya's president, after a close race.
Health
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Abortion bans restrict medications women need for chronic conditions
Methotrexate is often used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease and cancer. But it can also be used to terminate nonviable pregnancies.
Abortion bans complicating access to some meds
The battle over abortion rights is complicating access to an essential medication used by many for arthritis, lupus and cancer. Janet Shamlian has more on how some pharmacies are restricting access to methotrexate.
Capri Sun juice pouches recalled over possible cleaning solution contamination
"Diluted cleaning solution, which is used on food processing equipment, was inadvertently introduced into a production line at one of our factories," Kraft Heinz said.
Pfizer CEO tests positive for COVID-19, reports mild symptoms
Pharmaceutical company chief said he is taking the company's own Paxlovid pill and isolating while he recovers.
2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
Some of Thorley Industries' 4moms products pose asphyxiation risk to babies big enough to crawl under their seats.
World
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French ski mountaineering champ Adèle Milloz dies while mountain climbing
Milloz and an unidentified female died during mountaineering practice on the Aiguille du Peigne, the French Mountain and Climbing Federation said.
Protests break out in Kenya after William Ruto declared president
Violence has erupted with accusations of election-rigging since William Ruto was declared Kenya's president, after a close race.
Taliban marks "Victory Day" a year after Afghan takeover
While many Afghans have little to celebrate, the country's Taliban rulers were happy to show off their control of Kabul's streets.
China announces new military drills as U.S. delegation visits Taiwan
China has announced more military drills around Taiwan as the island's president met with members of a new U.S. congressional delegation.
Nicholas Evans, "The Horse Whisperer" author, dead at 72
Born in 1950 in Worcestershire, England, Evans studied law at Oxford University and worked as a journalist in the 1970s.
Entertainment
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Tom Holland says he's taking a social media break to take care of mental health
"I spiral when I read things about me online, and ultimately it's very detrimental to my mental state," the "Spider-Man" star admitted.
Soap actor Robyn Griggs dead at 49
Griggs, who was known for her roles in "One Life to Live" and "Another World," was battling cancer.
Ashanti on the roots of her success and "how my story ends"
The R&B star revisits where she got her start, and talks about dreams coming true.
Singer Ellie Goulding on new music
Pop superstar Ellie Goulding joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new single "Easy Lover." The song is her first new music since her critically acclaimed 2020 studio album Brightest Blue. She talks about her songwriting process and what fans can expect from her next album.
Ashanti reflects on 20-year career
Nate Burleson sits down with Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Ashanti at her former high school in Glen Cove, New York to discuss the impact her 20-year career and her upcoming projects.
Technology
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YouTube is the most popular social media among teens, followed by TikTok
About 36% admitted they spend too much time on social media and 54% say it would be somewhat hard to give it up.
Gadgets and apps to help find lost items
CNET editorial director Dan Ackerman joins "CBS Mornings" to share tracking devices and apps that can help people find lost things. He discusses trackers that can find a parked car or glasses as well as a smart lock to help keep track of keys and even pets.
New tax credits for EVs look generous — but they're complicated
While many EVs qualify for tax credits under inflation bill, no cars sold today likely would get the full $7,500 rebate.
Smart home tech can help save money on energy bills
Programmable thermostats and smart lights can help consumers' lower energy bills.
Inflation and July's Consumer Price Index
The U.S. Labor Department has released its latest Consumer Price Index for July 2022. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings" to break down what this means for prices and the economy.
Science
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A megaflood could bring over 8 feet of water to parts of California
Climate change has already doubled the likelihood of catastrophic flooding in the state, researchers found, and without a limit on greenhouse gas emissions, it'll only get worse.
CDC tweaks monkeypox guidance over suspected human-to-dog transmission
Researchers studying two men who caught the virus in Paris said "symptom onset in both patients and, subsequently, in their dog suggest human-to-dog transmission."
A third of Americans will soon live in dangerously hot areas: report
Researchers project that more than 100 million people will soon live in regions where the heat index reaches 125 degrees.
Earth spinning faster is no reason to panic, scientists say
News of the faster rotation led to misleading posts on social media about the significance of the measurement, leading some to express concern about its implications.
Ice Age human footprints found in Utah desert: "Lost oasis"
Men find 88 distinct prints left by a mixture of adults and children on what is now the Utah Test and Training Range.
Crime
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2 officers charged in George Floyd's killing reject plea deals
Tou Thao and J. Alexander Kueng are charged with aiding and abetting both second-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in Floyd's death.
55 pounds of drugs marked "XXX" found floating off Key West
Authorities say they recovered the bale about 50 miles from shore after someone reported seeing it in Key West's Coconut Mallory Marina.
Driver crashes SUV into North Carolina restaurant, killing 2 brothers
The accident, which occurred Sunday morning at a Hardee's in the city of Wilson, is under investigation, according to police.
Man's murder charge dismissed in college student's 2008 death
No other suspects in Ira Yarmolenko's murder have been identified.
Iran denies link with Salman Rushdie attacker, blames writer himself
"We do not consider anyone other than Salman Rushdie and his supporters worthy of blame and even condemnation," said a foreign ministry spokesman.
Space
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Meteor's loud boom rattles skies over Salt Lake City and beyond
Even Utah's governor, out for a run, heard the boom, which was caused by what the National Weather Service said was a meteor.
NASA's Perseverance finds tangled object on Mars
Scientists suspect the tangled object is likely pieces of shredded Dacron netting from the Perseverance itself.
"Cosmic collision" shows the fate of the Milky Way
"Dueling gravitational forces will trigger bursts of intense stellar formation and wildly distort their once-majestic structures," researchers said.
Sturgeon moon captured in spectacular photos around the world
All over the globe, the Sturgeon moon gave viewers one last supermoon before 2023.
Scientist apologizes after posting image of star that was actually sausage
Etienne Klein apologized for misleading some Twitter followers with his "scientist's joke."
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Taliban marks "Victory Day" a year after Afghan takeover
While many Afghans have little to celebrate, the country's Taliban rulers were happy to show off their control of Kabul's streets.
The Circleville letters: You've got hate mail
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
Timeline: The Jonelle Matthews case
Inside the case against Steven Pankey, a former political candidate who was tried for the kidnapping and murder of a Colorado 12-year-old.
The 50 most expensive colleges in America, ranked
These colleges come with a hefty price tag
Deadliest states for drug overdoses
CDC data reveals which U.S. state has the highest rate of drug overdose-related deaths per 100,000 residents.
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Wynton Bernard's long journey to the majors
Wynton Bernard spent a decade in the minor leagues. When he learned he would be making his MLB debut with the Colorado Rockies, he called his mom to thank her for her support. Jamie Yuccas shares more.
More than 2 million infant swings, rockers recalled
More than 2 million MamaRoo swings and RockaRoo rockers are being recalled after the death of a 10-month old.
Woman killed in apparent alligator attack
Police were notified Monday morning that a woman's body was found at the edge of a pond in Sun City, South Carolina. An alligator was spotted nearby.
Study: Extreme heat will impact over 100M by 2053
By 2053, more than 100 million Americans will live in an extreme heat belt, according to the nonprofit First Street Foundation. Those who live in the South and in the area from Texas to the Wisconsin border could see temperatures of 125 degrees at least one day per year.
Teacher shortages send schools scrambling
School districts across the country are struggling to hire enough teachers as students return to the classrooms. Some districts are recruiting from abroad. Manuel Bojorquez takes a look.