Fire devastates world's largest sand island
The fire as been raging for more than six weeks and is consuming large swaths of Fraser Island's unique forests.
Climate Change
COVID lockdowns' impact on greenhouse gas emissions a "tiny blip"
U.N. weather agency voices hope for lasting change after pandemic, but says reduction in greenhouse gases during lockdowns was just a "tiny blip."
Arctic temperatures are astonishingly warmer than they should be
The entire Arctic Circle was an average of 12 degrees Fahrenheit above normal this weekend.
The record-shattering 2020 hurricane season, explained
Like so many other aspects of 2020, the Atlantic hurricane season hurled one shocking event after another.
The air got cleaner in 2020, thanks to the pandemic
But a climate-driven historic wildfire season held back progress on emissions.
389-day Arctic research mission brings urgent call for climate action
"Trying is not enough anymore. We must take action," warns one scientist who spent more than a year gathering data in the rapidly warming far north.
U.K. leader says new gas cars sales will be banned in a decade
PM Boris Johnson brings forward deadline on sale of new gas and diesel cars and vans as he promises Britons a future full of green jobs.
What Biden can do to "reverse the trajectory" on climate change
If President-elect Joe Biden has his way, the tide is about to turn on climate policy. But how much could he really do without Senate support?
Bezos announces first winners of $10 billion climate-change pledge
Prominent environmental nonprofits dominate the first round of "Bezos Earth Fund" grants, which total $791 million.
What climate policy could look like under a President Biden
The president-elect has a bold plan for going green — here's what he can do even without support from lawmakers.
Theta forms, breaking record for most named storms in a season
This is storm number 29, breaking the record of 28 tropical storms set in the memorable season of 2005.
Joe Biden vows to rejoin Paris climate deal if elected
Biden, who has his own climate change agenda, signaled the exodus would end the day he enters office.
What is fracking, and where do Trump and Biden stand on it?
The issue has been raised numerous times as the candidates make their final push to reach voters in the battleground state of Pennsylvania.
Trump falsely claims wind energy "kills all the birds"
"I know more about wind than you do," Mr. Trump said during the presidential debate, erroneously claiming it "kills all the birds."
Colorado wildfires show "climate change is here and now"
As bad as this year has been, scientists warn it's "unlikely that the records from 2020 will stand for long."
Inside Gen Z's fight for climate change action
"We are racing against time," one 18-year-old activist says. "We want our future to be better."
For many climate change finally hits home
With record wildfires and hurricanes ravaging the United States, the effects of extreme weather events made worse by climate change are becoming more visible, and costly, to more and more Americans
Largest wildfire in Colorado history burns over 167,000 acres
The blaze, which is expected to surge again into the weekend, has surpassed 167,000 acres.
Amy Coney Barrett's views on climate change – and why it matters
Barrett said, "I don't think my views on global warming or climate change are relevant to the job I would do as a judge." Many scientists disagree.
Fierce storms and wildfires to dramatically spike, U.N. agencies say
"Extreme weather and climate events have increased in frequency, intensity and severity as result of climate change and hit vulnerable communities disproportionately hard," according to the report.
Panera introduces "climate-friendly," low-carbon food items
National chain is first to partner with World Resources Institute in offering meals for environmentally conscious.
Half of the Great Barrier Reef's corals have died since 1995
Larger species have been affected hardest – almost disappearing from the far northern reaches of the reef.
Prince William launches ambitious "Earthshot Prize" to save the planet
Britain's future king and a cadre of high-profile partners are offering $65 million in reward money over 10 years for solutions to 5 daunting environmental challenges.
Harris says a Biden administration will not ban fracking
Kamala Harris pushed back against Mike Pence's assertion that the Biden administration would implement the Green New Deal.
How Biden's climate plan compares to the Green New Deal
"Joe Biden's climate plan isn't everything, but it isn't nothing at all," one leading climate activist told CBS News.
Science
Hunted and trafficked, pangolins may hold key to COVID-19
Pangolins are coveted for their scales, which are used in dozens of traditional Chinese medicines.
COVID-19 vaccine breakthroughs: What happens now?
The latest promising advances in coronavirus vaccines are now posing more questions – about the logistics required to safely transport an approved vaccine, who will get it, and how to combat vaccine skepticism
Video shows meteor "as bright as the full moon" in Japan
A fireball spotted falling from the night sky over Japan has lit up social media.
Are we making raccoons smarter?
The black-masked critters that teach themselves how to break into trash bins are the perfect urban survivalists, and we have ourselves to thank for that
Pet cloning: Man's best friend, again
When their 12-year-old dog Marley was diagnosed with cancer, the Tschirhart family couldn't bear to say goodbye, so they turned to ViaGen Pets, a company that has cloned hundreds of animals for a multitude of grateful owners
Nature Up Close: Wild turkeys and hope
The successful reintroduction of wild birds in areas where populations had been decimated are a reminder that it is possible to repair past mistakes
SpaceX launches 60 more internet satellites in 100th Falcon 9 flight
The Falcon 9 rocket's first stage set a new record, making its seventh flight from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida.
Mysterious monolith discovered in Utah desert
State officials said it's illegal to install art structures without authorization on federally managed lands, "no matter what planet you're from."
Endangered whale washes ashore dead in North Carolina
The National Park Service says only about 360 right whales are still alive and about five or six calves are born each year.
Is this house under a convent in Israel the boyhood home of Jesus?
"I'm working off evidence," Professor Ken Dark told CBS News. "What's there on the ground is very consistent, very convincing."
COVID lockdowns' impact on greenhouse gas emissions a "tiny blip"
U.N. weather agency voices hope for lasting change after pandemic, but says reduction in greenhouse gases during lockdowns was just a "tiny blip."
Arctic temperatures are astonishingly warmer than they should be
The entire Arctic Circle was an average of 12 degrees Fahrenheit above normal this weekend.
SpaceX launches NASA-European sea level monitor
The Sentinel-6 satellite is the first of two in a billion-dollar program to monitor Earth's oceans.
Owl found in Rockefeller Christmas tree will soon be released
The tiny owl, named "Rockefeller," was found hiding in the branches of the towering Christmas tree that serves as a focal point of New York City's holiday season.
Pompeii excavation unearths well-preserved bodies of two men
Archaeologists have discovered the bodies of two men who died during so-called second pyroclastic flow, after the initial eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
World
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How Cher is helping save the world's loneliest elephant
Kaavan languished for 35 years in a Pakistani zoo without proper care, but thanks to an effort spearheaded by a pop music icon, a new day is dawning.
Fire devastates world's largest sand island
The fire as been raging for more than six weeks and is consuming large swaths of Fraser Island's unique forests.
F1 superstar Lewis Hamilton tests positive for COVID-19
Hamilton is in isolation in accordance with the health protocols in Bahrain.
Japan's soaring female suicide rate could be a warning to the world
Research shows women hit harder by COVID-19 economic impact, likely fueling an 80% rise in suicides. Experts say if it can happen in Japan, it "can happen anywhere."
Top nuclear scientist killed by remote-controlled gun, Iran says
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani blamed Israel for the killing of Mohsen Fakhrizadeh and vowed retribution "in due time."
U.S.
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When will employers stop hassling Black workers over their hair?
"I felt it was too much control over who I am," recounts one employee who was challenged on her hairstyle.
Pence says vaccine distribution could begin by mid-December
"We strongly believe the vaccine distribution process could begin as soon as the week of December 14," Pence said.
U.S. reports record 93,000 coronavirus hospitalizations
A record-breaking number of Americans are hospitalized with the coronavirus, and experts fear the number may grow now that the Thanksgiving holiday has passed.
Ravens-Steelers game postponed for a 3rd time to Wednesday
The game had been originally scheduled for Thanksgiving Day.
Trump ally Scott Atlas resigns as special adviser on coronavirus
The controversial doctor joined the White House in August.
Politics
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Pence says vaccine distribution could begin by mid-December
"We strongly believe the vaccine distribution process could begin as soon as the week of December 14," Pence said.
Biden still searching for defense secretary
The president-elect announced several members of his national security team last week, but has not selected a defense secretary.
Trump ally Scott Atlas resigns as special adviser on coronavirus
The controversial doctor joined the White House in August.
Bipartisan group of senators conducting informal relief talks
Both Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and Minority Leader Chuck Schumer took to the Senate floor on Monday urged senators to come together to pass a pandemic relief package.
Melania Trump unveils White House Christmas decorations
The unveiling comes less than two months after secret recordings from June 2018 were aired by CNN, in which she complained about preparing for the holidays at the White House.
Entertainment
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Ravens-Steelers game postponed for a 3rd time to Wednesday
The game had been originally scheduled for Thanksgiving Day.
Texans player suspended after positive PED test
Fuller announced the suspension on social media and offered an explanation.
Melania Trump unveils White House Christmas decorations
The unveiling comes less than two months after secret recordings from June 2018 were aired by CNN, in which she complained about preparing for the holidays at the White House.
More PS5 and Xbox Series X game consoles coming to retailers
Two of the holiday season's most-wanted gifts sold out fast, but more devices may be available for Black Friday.
Justin Timberlake buys van for teen with cerebral palsy
Timberlake heard about his fellow Tennessean, who has become local celebrity because of the way he spreads joy.
Technology
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Here's what shoppers were snapping up on Black Friday
Despite the fragile economy, consumers spent $9 billion — and could spend a lot more on Cyber Monday.
PlayStation 5, Xbox hard to get? You could be battling a bot
Software is increasingly snapping up hot products, including gaming consoles, leaving human shoppers in the dust.
More PS5 and Xbox Series X game consoles coming to retailers
Two of the holiday season's most-wanted gifts sold out fast, but more devices may be available for Black Friday.
Amazon to spend $500 million on holiday bonuses for workers
Critics say the ecommerce giant, which had revenue of $96 billion last quarter, has skimped on pandemic "hazard" pay.
Not dead yet: RadioShack gets another shot -- online
New owners hope to make "The Shack" competitive again -- this time online, rather than on street corners or in malls.
Science
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Hunted and trafficked, pangolins may hold key to COVID-19
Pangolins are coveted for their scales, which are used in dozens of traditional Chinese medicines.
COVID-19 vaccine breakthroughs: What happens now?
The latest promising advances in coronavirus vaccines are now posing more questions – about the logistics required to safely transport an approved vaccine, who will get it, and how to combat vaccine skepticism
Video shows meteor "as bright as the full moon" in Japan
A fireball spotted falling from the night sky over Japan has lit up social media.
Are we making raccoons smarter?
The black-masked critters that teach themselves how to break into trash bins are the perfect urban survivalists, and we have ourselves to thank for that
Pet cloning: Man's best friend, again
When their 12-year-old dog Marley was diagnosed with cancer, the Tschirhart family couldn't bear to say goodbye, so they turned to ViaGen Pets, a company that has cloned hundreds of animals for a multitude of grateful owners
Health
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Japan's soaring female suicide rate could be a warning to the world
Research shows women hit harder by COVID-19 economic impact, likely fueling an 80% rise in suicides. Experts say if it can happen in Japan, it "can happen anywhere."
Pence says vaccine distribution could begin by mid-December
"We strongly believe the vaccine distribution process could begin as soon as the week of December 14," Pence said.
U.S. reports record 93,000 coronavirus hospitalizations
A record-breaking number of Americans are hospitalized with the coronavirus, and experts fear the number may grow now that the Thanksgiving holiday has passed.
Ravens-Steelers game postponed for a 3rd time to Wednesday
The game had been originally scheduled for Thanksgiving Day.
Inside look at how coronavirus vaccines will be distributed
"This is going to be one of the most challenging public health distribution efforts we've seen," said Dr. Amesh Adalja.
MoneyWatch
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PlayStation 5, Xbox hard to get? You could be battling a bot
Software is increasingly snapping up hot products, including gaming consoles, leaving human shoppers in the dust.
When will employers stop hassling Black workers over their hair?
"I felt it was too much control over who I am," recounts one employee who was challenged on her hairstyle.
COVID-19 will kill off thousands of top brands, expert says
Business guru Scott Galloway says thousands of retailers will disappear, but some workers will see more opportunity.
Here's what shoppers were snapping up on Black Friday
Despite the fragile economy, consumers spent $9 billion — and could spend a lot more on Cyber Monday.
Moderna asking FDA to approve its virus vaccine
New study results confirm the shots offer strong protection - ramping up the race to begin limited vaccinations as the coronavirus rampage worsens.
Crime
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Candidates who could prosecute Trump discuss NY criminal probe
There's one publicly known investigation that could lead to criminal charges for Mr. Trump, and it's led by a district attorney whose office is up for grabs.
Governor blocks release of Charles Manson follower again
Leslie Van Houten is serving a life sentence for helping Manson and others kill Leno LaBianca and his wife in 1969.
Can new info help solve the case of missing college student Kristin Smart?
More than two decades after her disappearance, a podcaster turns up the heat to help solve the case.
Was backyard beeping coming from a missing teen's watch?
A popular podcast raises intriguing questions about the disappearance of college freshman Kristin Smart
"48 Hours" podcast: "My Life of Crime" with Erin Moriarty
An immersive, true-crime podcast for fans of "48 Hours"
Space
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SpaceX launches 60 more internet satellites in 100th Falcon 9 flight
The Falcon 9 rocket's first stage set a new record, making its seventh flight from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida.
China launches ambitious lunar sample return mission
If successful, the Chang'e 5 mission will be the first in 44 years to bring lunar samples to Earth.
SpaceX launches NASA-European sea level monitor
The Sentinel-6 satellite is the first of two in a billion-dollar program to monitor Earth's oceans.
Astronauts describe thrilling ride to space
Rookie astronaut Victor Glover calls the view from space "surreal."
Astronauts hold Q&A at space station
Five astronauts, including four who launched Sunday aboard the SpaceX Crew Dragon "Resilience," held a news conference Thursday from the International Space Station about how their mission is going. Watch their remarks from NASA TV.
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The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Jill Biden through the years
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Joe Biden through the years
Newly elected to be the 46th president, Biden has had a long political career and a personal life filled with triumph and heartbreak.
The most dangerous cities in America, ranked
The violent crime rate in the U.S. declined 0.2 percent from 2016 to 2017, the first decline since 2014
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CBSN Originals: "The QAnon Effect"
What started out as a fringe conspiracy theory in 2017 has recently spread into the mainstream. Dozens of people linked to the baseless QAnon conspiracy theory ran for federal office in 2020, and two were elected to Congress. This CBSN Originals documentary explores how QAnon has taken root amid challenging times and a growing distrust in American institutions, and what it means for the future of the country.
CBSN Originals: "A City Under Surveillance"
The Detroit Police Department is using facial recognition technology and a network of surveillance cameras to combat the city’s high crime rates. But critics say the technology has racial bias built into it and has even landed innocent people behind bars. In this documentary, CBSN Originals explores the debate over high-tech policing that promises to make our communities safer yet at the same time threatens our civil liberties.
Trump continues to deny election results
President Trump is continuing to deny the results of the presidential election, while President-elect Joe Biden is pushing forward with the transition process. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid and CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe join CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Norah O'Donnell Reports: Sexual Assault in the Military
A year-and-a-half long investigation by "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell and the CBS News Investigative Unit into sexual assault within the U.S. military uncovered failures by leaders to address the issue. Over the course of the investigation, CBS News spoke with nearly two dozen survivors of sexual assault, whistleblowers who worked for the military's Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program and families of suicide victims who say the military grossly mishandled reports of sexual assault.
SCOTUS challenges Trump census case
The Supreme Court heard oral arguments Monday on the Trump administration's attempt to exclude undocumented immigrants from the census. Jessica Levinson, a Loyola Law School professor, joins CBSN to discuss the legality of the case.