Death Valley sets record for planet's hottest temperature in years
The brutal heat wave baking the Southwest and lower Plains states is going to move east and north to engulf much of the nation this week.
Climate Change
"Watermelon snow" in Italian Alps may be climate change red flag
The bizarre pink snow can accelerate snow melt in the fragile mountain region.
Jane Goodall: If humans don't change "we're going to destroy ourselves"
The world-renowned conservationist desperately wants the world to pay attention to what she sees as the greatest threat to humanity's existence.
100.4° Arctic record confirmed; Earth may be warmest in 12,000 years
As the extreme northern heat wave continues, it's so warm in Norway people are skiing on glaciers in swimsuits.
"We are at a crossroads": Lawmakers unveil climate change plan
The House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis unveiled its plan for "a clean energy economy that puts families and workers first."
Arctic records its hottest temperature ever
Reaching 100 degrees in or near the Arctic is almost unheard of.
2020 likely to be the warmest year on record globally
With a dramatic rise in temperatures in the Arctic, the world on track to break heat records again.
"Two different realities": Why America needs environmental justice
Peggy Shepard, the co-founder of WE ACT, talks to CBS News about the problem of environmental racism and what can be done to make communities safer and healthier.
World Oceans Day: New study finds deep ocean waters warming at a faster pace
The absorption of carbon dioxide by the planet's oceans is increasing, with warming temperatures forcing some marine species to migrate.
Extinctions raise risk of "biological annihilation," study warns
"We cannot separate ourselves from the natural world," said legendary conservationist Jane Goodall. "We continue to destroy it at our peril."
Dying coral reefs turn vibrant neon in apparent survival effort
Coral reefs on the brink of death are attempting to send a survival signal, via fluorescent neon colors.
Scientists say climate change is turning coastal Antarctica green
As the climate warms, scientists expect more and more of the snowy desert to turn bright green.
Study: Climate change makes a Dust Bowl heat wave more likely
Instead of once in a century, such extreme heat could start coming around every 40 years, researchers say.
Air pollution is already spiking in China with virus lockdown lifted
As industry resumes, deadly pollutants hit levels in April even higher than last year, prompting warnings of a "dirty" economic rebound.
India's carbon emissions fall for the first time in four decades
Carbon emissions growth has fallen below zero during India's coronavirus lockdowns, analysts say.
Ominous trend in American West could signal a looming "megadrought"
"The persistence of the drought conditions, in the Colorado River basin especially, is essentially unprecedented in human history," John Fleck, author of "Water is for Fighting Over," said.
Amid lockdowns, renewable energy sources overtake coal
Coronavirus lockdowns have given solar, wind and hydropower a boost.
Destruction of Amazon rainforest accelerates amid coronavirus
Researchers say deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon increased by more than 50% in the first three months of the year.
Billions could soon be in areas too hot to live without AC, study says
And most are likely to be too poor to afford air conditioning, researchers say. The culprit: climate change.
Highest-ever concentration of plastic pieces are on ocean floor
Researchers have found 1.9 million pieces of plastic in an 11-square-foot area of the sea — the highest-ever concentration of microplastics.
Polar ice lost in last 16 years could fill Lake Michigan
The two landmasses have lost about 5,000 gigatons of ice in the last decade and a half, which could fill around 2 billion Olympic-sized swimming pools.
Hurricane season forecast raises worry amid pandemic
"The ability to respond will be severely hindered," one expert warned.
Huge amounts of methane leaking from U.S. oil fields, study shows
A new study says enough methane is spewing out of the Permian Basin to power 7 million households in Texas for a year.
Lab-spawned coral may save "America's great barrier reef"
Much of the coral in the 10,000-year-old Florida reef has been lost due to climate change, disease and pollution — now scientists may have a way to help save it.
Photos show dramatic decline in air pollution during lockdown
With humans stuck inside, carbon emissions have fallen significantly and the skies are clearing.
Science
Marines help battle COVID-19 through cutting-edge study
It's one of COVID-19's many mysteries: why do young people more easily neutralize the virus?
Biden unveils $2 trillion climate plan
Biden says the plan will create "millions" of jobs and move the U.S. closer to a carbon-free future.
Stunning video from space shows comet soaring past Earth
Astronauts captured the once-in-a-lifetime cosmic fireworks show from space.
Death Valley sets record for planet's hottest temperature in years
The brutal heat wave baking the Southwest and lower Plains states is going to move east and north to engulf much of the nation this week.
UAE set to launch ambitious Mars mission
Nation aims to join an exclusive club with its first interplanetary launch. China and the U.S. also have Mars missions set to launch this month.
Japan accepted COVID's airborne spread months ago, and is fighting it
It took pressure from 239 scientists for the WHO to even admit the new coronavirus may spread via aerosols, but in Japan, they're focusing on solutions.
How to see Neowise before it disappears
The comet is putting on quite the show this weekend.
Spectacular photos capture Neowise, one of the brightest comets in decades
Astrophotographers around the world have captured incredible photos of the once-in-a-lifetime celestial event.
Mystery elephant killer could leave herd "decimated," expert warns
Something has killed more than 350 elephants in the country's Okavango Delta, and officials hope to have some answers in the coming week.
"Watermelon snow" in Italian Alps may be climate change red flag
The bizarre pink snow can accelerate snow melt in the fragile mountain region.
Most expensive medical procedures in the U.S., ranked
These pricey surgeries are the most expensive in the country.
California condors spotted in Sequoia after nearly 50 years
The giant birds were known to nest inside massive sequoia trees before their near-extinction in the 1980s.
Is the coronavirus airborne? Scientists say it's "a real risk"
The World Health Organization has said the coronavirus is only confirmed to be airborne during certain medical procedures, but many experts disagree.
Rare case of brain-destroying amoeba confirmed in Florida
Naegleria fowleri is contacted when contaminated water enters through a person's nose and is found in warm freshwater.
Divers find evidence of America's first mines — and 9 skeletons
Experts have found ocher mines that are some of the oldest on the continent.
World
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France gives health care workers "historic" pay raises
"I just wish it didn't take a pandemic for us to be seen and heard," one health care worker said.
Trump "not interested" in talking to China about trade
President Trump said China "hit us with the plague" after their previous trade deal was signed.
ICE reverses controversial rule for foreign students
The guidance would've barred foreign students from participating in online-only coursework during the fall semester.
Trump announces new executive order on trade with Hong Kong
Trump announced that he signed legislation sanctioning China for suppressing freedoms in Hong Kong.
Stunning video from space shows comet soaring past Earth
Astronauts captured the once-in-a-lifetime cosmic fireworks show from space.
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Ivanka Trump tweet featuring can of Goya beans sparks backlash
The tweet from the president's daughter includes Goya's slogan "If it's Goya, it has to be good" in both English and in Spanish.
Some California students won't be required to wear masks this fall
Officials are urging people to practice social distancing and wear face masks as coronavirus spikes in California, but the Orange County Board of Education said social distancing is "not necessary" for its students and wearing masks is "not based on science."
87 arrested at Kentucky AG's house during Breonna Taylor protest
All 87 protesters were charged with Intimidating a Participant in a Legal Process, a class D felony.
First coronavirus vaccine tested in U.S. moves forward
Nearly two dozen possible COVID-19 vaccines are in various stages of testing around the world. Candidates from China and Britain's Oxford University also are entering final testing stages.
LA County has more coronavirus cases than Canada, mayor says
Garcetti also emphasized that if the county was an "independent country" it would "have the 20th most cases in the world."
Politics
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Jeff Sessions loses Alabama Senate runoff to Tommy Tuberville
Tuberville will take on Democrat Doug Jones in November.
Kansas Congressman Steve Watkins charged with voter fraud
Watkins, who represents Kansas' 2nd district, now faces three felony charges and a misdemeanor.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Trump talks to CBS News
President Trump said the killing of George Floyd was "terrible" but appeared to bristle when asked why Black Americans are "still dying at the hands of law enforcement in this country."
Former Trump doctor wins congressional runoff in Texas
Despite increasing coronavirus cases,early turnout for a runoff election is high.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg admitted to hospital
The 87-year-old justice is being treated for a possible infection.
Entertainment
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Nick Cannon dropped by ViacomCBS over "anti-Semitic" comments
The comments came on the podcast "Cannon's Class" on YouTube. Cannon said he takes "full responsibility" for his comments and encourages open dialogue.
Naya Rivera's body recovered from California lake
The announcement concludes an extensive search for Rivera's body, which began after her 4-year-old son was found alone in a pontoon boat the pair had rented.
Vanity Fair debuts first cover by a Black photographer
Dario Calmese made history as the magazine's first Black cover photographer in its 106-year existence.
"Glee" creators to establish college fund for Naya Rivera's son
In an emotional statement, the creators said they are "heartbroken over the loss" of Rivera.
Co-stars and fans remember Naya Rivera after her death at age 33
The remains of actress Naya Rivera — known for her role as a gay cheerleader on the hit TV musical comedy "Glee" — were found after days of searching at a California lake.
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Technology
Telehealth visits surge amid COVID-19 pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has accelerated the integration of telemedicine. Health providers are seeing 50 to 175 times the number of patients by telehealth than before the outbreak, according to a McKinsey COVID-19 Consumer Survey. CBS News senior medical correspondent Dr. Tara Narula, a cardiologist at Northwell Health in New York, joins CBSN to discuss the benefits and limitations of telehealth.
Marines help battle COVID-19 through cutting-edge study
It's one of COVID-19's many mysteries: why do young people more easily neutralize the virus?
Equipment makers hinder repairs of ventilators, critics say
Nearly half of hospital biomedical techs denied access to service information including manuals to fix ventilators.
Walmart reportedly launching subscription service
The $98 membership comes with same-day grocery delivery and early deals access, according to a report.
Facebook civil rights audit: "Serious setbacks" hurt progress
The audit recommends a "civil rights infrastructure" for the social media giant, but its suggestions aren't binding.
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Marines help battle COVID-19 through cutting-edge study
It's one of COVID-19's many mysteries: why do young people more easily neutralize the virus?
Biden unveils $2 trillion climate plan
Biden says the plan will create "millions" of jobs and move the U.S. closer to a carbon-free future.
Stunning video from space shows comet soaring past Earth
Astronauts captured the once-in-a-lifetime cosmic fireworks show from space.
Death Valley sets record for planet's hottest temperature in years
The brutal heat wave baking the Southwest and lower Plains states is going to move east and north to engulf much of the nation this week.
UAE set to launch ambitious Mars mission
Nation aims to join an exclusive club with its first interplanetary launch. China and the U.S. also have Mars missions set to launch this month.
Health
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Some California students won't be required to wear masks this fall
Officials are urging people to practice social distancing and wear face masks as coronavirus spikes in California, but the Orange County Board of Education said social distancing is "not necessary" for its students and wearing masks is "not based on science."
First coronavirus vaccine tested in U.S. moves forward
Nearly two dozen possible COVID-19 vaccines are in various stages of testing around the world. Candidates from China and Britain's Oxford University also are entering final testing stages.
LA County has more coronavirus cases than Canada, mayor says
Garcetti also emphasized that if the county was an "independent country" it would "have the 20th most cases in the world."
France gives health care workers "historic" pay raises
"I just wish it didn't take a pandemic for us to be seen and heard," one health care worker said.
Marines help battle COVID-19 through cutting-edge study
It's one of COVID-19's many mysteries: why do young people more easily neutralize the virus?
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Nick Cannon dropped by ViacomCBS over "anti-Semitic" comments
The comments came on the podcast "Cannon's Class" on YouTube. Cannon said he takes "full responsibility" for his comments and encourages open dialogue.
Best Buy to require all customers to wear masks
Electronics retailer joins a handful of stores that require face coverings as coronavirus cases surge across U.S.
Trump "not interested" in talking to China about trade
President Trump said China "hit us with the plague" after their previous trade deal was signed.
Delta lost $5.7 billion in last quarter as recovery stalls
CEO Ed Bastian predicts it will take years for the airline to rebound, with passenger counts down more than 90%.
Nearly 60 hand sanitizers potentially toxic, FDA warns
Disinfectant products that contain wood alcohol are linked to blindness and fatalities, federal safety watchdog says.
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Ghislaine Maxwell pleads not guilty, judge denies bail
Maxwell appeared in a video court hearing in New York City.
"Horrific spike" in fatal violence against transgender community
At least 21 transgender or gender non-conforming people have been killed so far in 2020, according to advocates.
Fired hospital aide pleads guilty to murder in patients' deaths
Reta Mays faced seven charges of second-degree murder in connection with the deaths of veterans at the Louis A. Johnson Veterans Medical Center.
Ghislaine Maxwell tried to flee during arrest, prosecutors say
British socialite allegedly ignored the orders of FBI agents during her arrest on sex-trafficking charges.
4 charged in murder of rapper Pop Smoke
A fifth person had been arrested Thursday in connection with Jackson's death. It is unclear if that person will also be facing charges.
Space
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Stunning video from space shows comet soaring past Earth
Astronauts captured the once-in-a-lifetime cosmic fireworks show from space.
UAE set to launch ambitious Mars mission
Nation aims to join an exclusive club with its first interplanetary launch. China and the U.S. also have Mars missions set to launch this month.
How to see Neowise before it disappears
The comet is putting on quite the show this weekend.
Spectacular photos capture Neowise, one of the brightest comets in decades
Astrophotographers around the world have captured incredible photos of the once-in-a-lifetime celestial event.
NASA, Boeing work to resume Starliner flights
Some 80 recommendations are being implemented to prevent a repeat of problems marring the previous Starliner test flight.
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Rare photos from the 1976 Chowchilla bus kidnapping
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Most expensive medical procedures in the U.S., ranked
These pricey surgeries are the most expensive in the country.
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Telehealth visits surge amid COVID-19 pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has accelerated the integration of telemedicine. Health providers are seeing 50 to 175 times the number of patients by telehealth than before the outbreak, according to a McKinsey COVID-19 Consumer Survey. CBS News senior medical correspondent Dr. Tara Narula, a cardiologist at Northwell Health in New York, joins CBSN to discuss the benefits and limitations of telehealth.
Former cop charged in Rayshard Brooks shooting
The former Atlanta police officer who shot and killed Rayshard Brooks on Friday night has been charged with murder and aggravated assault, along with other charges. Mark Strassmann reports.
Trump calls 99% of COVID-19 cases "harmless"
President Trump declared "99%" of COVID-19 cases to be "totally harmless" during Fourth of July remarks over the weekend, prompting backlash from mayors of both political parties. The president's FDA commissioner struggled to provide a factual basis for the president's claim. Paula Reid reports.
Mass protests after Atlanta cop fatally shoots black man
Atlanta's mayor issued an executive order requiring offices to de-escalate situations following the protests sparked by the death of 27-year-old Rayshard Brooks, who was shot and killed by police during an arrest. The Brooks family continues to grieve and demand justice. Mark Strassmann reports.
Coronavirus cases continue to rise
There's a notable rise in new coronavirus cases in several states, particularly in populous states like California, Texas and Florida. More than 2 million Americans have been infected thus far and the national death toll is now at 115,000. Janet Shamlian reports.