Most Americans say climate change is a crisis, poll shows
As the Biden administration prepares for COP26, the UN global climate summit, a new poll finds most Americans support the policies to combat climate change.
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What to know about COP26, the U.N. climate summit
The United States rejoins the global conversation on climate change, not only looking to participate but to lead — a tricky task as climate negotiations in Washington drag on.
Extreme weather takes aim from coast to coast
These storm systems have amazed meteorologists and, not surprisingly, are consistent with what climate scientists expect from a warming planet.
What to know about COP26 ahead of global climate summit
Experts say the world still has a narrow window of opportunity to act – and crucial global summit is coming up.
U.N. reports record greenhouse gas levels despite COVID shutdowns
World Meteorological Organization warns data show mankind "way off track" if it wants to stop "skidding into a car crash" of climate disaster.
World leaders prepare for UN climate summit
Leaders from nearly 200 countries are set to gather in Glasgow, Scotland next week for the United Nations Climate Change conference. Tom Armstrong, who served in the White House Office of Science and Technology under the Obama administration, joins CBSN to discuss what's ahead.
Here's how climate change is hurting your health
"There is no safe global temperature rise from a health perspective," a new report says, "and additional warming will affect every U.S. region."
Intel community says climate change effects will "exacerbate risks" to national security
Intelligence agencies doubt nations will meet Paris climate accord's goal of keeping Earth's temperatures from rising less than 1.5 degrees C.
La Niña expected to bring warmer-than-average winter to parts of U.S.
This winter may be warmer and drier than usual for some parts of the U.S., the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said.
Over 63,000 pounds of trash removed from Great Pacific Garbage Patch
The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is one of several areas in the ocean that holds massive amounts of debris.
World is set to extract twice as much fossil fuel as climate allows
Existing plans for fossil fuel extraction promise "worsening climate disasters," UN report warns.
Genetics linked to how much methane cows release
Cows are responsible for about 40% of global methane emissions.
Governments set to increase fossil fuel production despite warnings
If the Earth hits 1.5°C of global warming, the U.N. has warned the world can expect "extreme events unprecedented in the observational record."
U.S. coal use rising in 2021 — first increase in 7 years
Soaring natural gas costs across the U.S. in 2021 have led to a resurgence of coal-fired electricity.
Living off the grid without fossil fuels
As the energy industry and politics shifts focus to sustainable power sources, individuals are also making more eco-conscious choices in their daily lives. People around the world already participated in recycling and reducing waste, but some are now transitioning to a completely "off the grid" lifestyle. That means living in homes and communities that rely entirely on sustainable building materials, power, water and even food. Michael Reynolds is a "biotect" and creator of Earthship Biotecture, an architecture firm that builds these kinds of houses. He explains how they work and what it's like to live without fossil fuels.
Ford Foundation will no longer invest in fossil fuels
Other notable philanthropies also have stopped investing in companies that produce coal, oil and natural gas.
California records driest year since 1924
Experts have compared the past year to California's massive drought of 1977.
1st-ever winners of Prince William's "Earthshot Prize" announced
Award conceived by the British royal is a way to recognize and boost people hatching innovative solutions to the environmental crises facing our planet.
WH details potential steps to curb climate change's economic impact
A new, 40-page report spells out moves that could alter the mortgage process, stock market disclosures, retirement plans, federal procurement and government budgeting.
Startling images show how sea level rise could flood U.S. cities
Iconic landmarks, including the Santa Monica Pier, Space Center Houston, Liberty Island and Independence Hall, could end up underwater if carbon emissions continue unchecked.
India moving toward clean energy, but quitting coal isn't easy
The world's 2nd-most populous nation is working hard to go green, but dragging millions out of poverty requires a huge economic engine, and for the foreseeable future, that engine burns coal.
Brazil leader accused of "crimes against humanity" for deforestation
Climate lawyers want the International Criminal Court to prosecute President Jair Bolsonaro for "aiding and abetting… crimes such as murder, persecution and other inhumane acts."
Climate change is "single biggest health threat facing humanity," WHO says
New report released by the World Health Organization warns that "no one is safe from these risks."
Infrastructure risk: Floods could wipe out 25% of U.S. roads
Roads, hospitals, water treatment plants also in danger of becoming inoperable. "It's just bonkers," one researcher said.
Pope calls on lawmakers to quickly reach consensus on climate change fight
The pope addressed parliamentarians who were in Rome for a preparatory meeting before the U.N's annual climate conference.
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El Niño could bring more widespread coral bleaching, NOAA warns
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
Scientists find yeast in frozen mummy's guts, use it to make bread
More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed by an arrow in the back.
Meteor lights up southern Michigan
Days after a meteor exploded over New England, another fireball was spotted, visible in the Midwest to the Northeast. Rob Marciano has more.
Ancient coin, mysterious markings found under Notre Dame cathedral
A team of archaeologists at the iconic cathedral is digging straight down and back in time, to Roman Paris 2,000 years ago.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
New species of blue octopus discovered 5,900 feet underwater
The new species, named Microeledone galapagensis, has a blue hue, which is believed to be the rarest color in nature.
What we know about new UFO file release
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
How a growing El Niño will affect 2026 hurricane season in Atlantic, Pacific
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
Emperor penguins in focus as Antarctica talks start in Japan
Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan.
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Ford recalls nearly 420,000 vehicles over faulty seat belts
Safety watchdog said seat belts in certain Ford Expedition and Lincoln vehicles may inadvertently lock, preventing them from functioning properly.
Grenell says he was "rattled" by sentencing of man convicted of threatening him
Ric Grenell, the former president of the Kennedy Center, gave a victim impact statement in court about the threats.
Air traffic controller calls pilot "insane" after close call at Florida airport
Air traffic control also referred to the pilot of a small plane as "Mad Max."
Outback Steakhouse sued for $1.5M over alleged mashed potato slip-and-fall
A Virginia woman alleges she suffered serious injuries after slipping on what appeared to be mashed potatoes at an Outback Steakhouse.
Social Security checks could be cut by $500 a month in 2032, report finds
Beneficiaries would continue receiving payments if Social Security's trust fund is depleted, but checks could shrink by about 24%, according to a new report.
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Ford recalls nearly 420,000 vehicles over faulty seat belts
Safety watchdog said seat belts in certain Ford Expedition and Lincoln vehicles may inadvertently lock, preventing them from functioning properly.
These are the best airlines in 2026, according to The Points Guy
The Points Guy's annual ranking gives extra weight to affordability this year as higher fuel costs and airline fees squeeze travelers.
Outback Steakhouse sued for $1.5M over alleged mashed potato slip-and-fall
A Virginia woman alleges she suffered serious injuries after slipping on what appeared to be mashed potatoes at an Outback Steakhouse.
Social Security checks could be cut by $500 a month in 2032, report finds
Beneficiaries would continue receiving payments if Social Security's trust fund is depleted, but checks could shrink by about 24%, according to a new report.
Upcoming billing change could make pregnancy pricier
Come January, pregnancy care physician billing codes will change from a bundled system to an à la carte one.
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Sam Forstag projected to win Democratic primary in Montana's 1st District
Democrats are hoping to pick up the open seat. GOP Rep. Ryan Zinke is retiring at the end of his term.
Grenell says he was "rattled" by sentencing of man convicted of threatening him
Ric Grenell, the former president of the Kennedy Center, gave a victim impact statement in court about the threats.
Senate moving forward with reconciliation bill, dropping ballroom funds
Senate Republicans are preparing to move forward with a package to fund the Department of Homeland Security's immigration agencies Wednesday.
Bitter GOP primary for South Dakota governor heads to runoff
Businessman and self-described outsider Toby Doeden and incumbent Gov. Larry Rhoden will advance to a runoff for the GOP nomination for South Dakota governor, CBS News projects.
Trump admin. floats tariffs on 60 trading partners after forced labor probe
The Trump administration has unveiled proposed tariffs of 10% or more on dozens of countries accused of failing to crack down on forced labor, including some of the U.S.'s largest trading partners.
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Upcoming billing change could make pregnancy pricier
Come January, pregnancy care physician billing codes will change from a bundled system to an à la carte one.
Flesh-eating screwworm detected 25 miles from U.S. border, USDA says
A flesh-eating New World screwworm was recently detected in Mexico just 25 miles from the United States border, according to the USDA.
WHO massively scales back number of suspected Ebola cases in Congo
While 330 Ebola infections are confirmed in central Africa and huge challenges remain, hundreds more suspected cases "have been cleared out," the WHO says.
Details on promising pancreatic cancer drug
A new drug was shown in trials to keep pancreatic cancer patients alive for twice as long as chemotherapy alone. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
A nurse stole fentanyl and AI missed it, state records say
Sentri7, drug diversion software powered by artificial intelligence and used at hundreds of U.S. hospitals, did not catch a monthslong string of fentanyl thefts in Tennessee in 2025, according to a state document.
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8 bagged bodies found with note in narco-trafficking hotspot
The discovery comes in the midst of a U.S.-backed military crackdown on the organized crime gangs in Ecuador.
Scientists find yeast in frozen mummy's guts, use it to make bread
More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed by an arrow in the back.
At least 21, mostly foreign nationals, dead in fire at India hotel
The fire started in the ground floor restaurant of an India hotel popular with patients at a nearby healthcare facility.
Cruise ship passenger found dead on Caribbean island after vanishing during hike
Police on the eastern Caribbean island of St. Kitts and Nevis say they found the body of a Chinese cruise ship passenger who went missing last week.
Far-right politicians claim U.K. teen's murder shows "two-tier policing"
Protesters angry over the murder of Henry Nowak and the way he was treated by officers after being fatally stabbed clashed violently with British police.
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Jon Hamm talks "Your Friends & Neighbors"
Jon Hamm previews "Your Friends & Neighbors" season 2 finale, saying "it is satisfying" and provides some answers for fans. He also talks about the relatability of the show's characters and reflects on "Mad Men."
André De Shields on Tony nomination
André De Shields speaks to "CBS Mornings" about starring in "Cats: The Jellicle Ball," which is a reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber's classical musical told through the lens of ballroom culture. De Shields talks about bringing ballroom to Broadway and his latest Tony nomination.
Tribeca at 25: NYC festival celebrates music, Broadway and New York stories
The 25th edition of the film and media festival opens on Wednesday, showcasing more than 100 world premiere documentaries and narrative features, as well as short films, live music, podcasts and conversations with leading entertainment figures.
Analyzing the YouTuber-to-filmmaker boom
The sci-fi horror flick "Backrooms" was the number one movie in the U.S. as of Tuesday. The filmmaker behind the movie, 20-year-old YouTuber Kane Parsons, is now the youngest director with a number one film globally. Brooks Barnes, The New York Times' chief Hollywood correspondent, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Peabo Bryson, singer known for Disney movie hits, dies at 75
Peabo Bryson, a two-time Grammy-winning singer and songwriter known for Disney movie hits "Beauty and the Beast" and "A Whole New World," has died at age 75.
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Could Intel's chips save the U.S. economy?
Patrick McGee, a contributing writer for The Free Press, joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss his latest column about how Intel's semiconductor chips could be the key to bolstering the U.S. economy. Paramount Skydance owns The Free Press and CBS News.
Some companies question cost of AI over humans
Developments in artificial intelligence are happening very quickly, and so are mass layoffs as corporations rapidly embrace the technology. But now some companies like Uber and Microsoft are starting to second-guess aggressive AI adoption. Reyhan Harmanci, director of features at Wired magazine, joins to discuss the state of AI in corporate America.
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.
Amazon faces lawsuit over Ring facial recognition software
A Virginia man is suing Amazon over Ring's "Familiar Faces" feature, alleging the technology violates people's privacy.
Florida sues OpenAI, CEO Sam Altman
Florida has filed a civil suit against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, accusing them of deceiving users. Jo Ling Kent explains.
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El Niño could bring more widespread coral bleaching, NOAA warns
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
Scientists find yeast in frozen mummy's guts, use it to make bread
More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed by an arrow in the back.
Meteor lights up southern Michigan
Days after a meteor exploded over New England, another fireball was spotted, visible in the Midwest to the Northeast. Rob Marciano has more.
Ancient coin, mysterious markings found under Notre Dame cathedral
A team of archaeologists at the iconic cathedral is digging straight down and back in time, to Roman Paris 2,000 years ago.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
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Update on California hostage situation
Authorities in Bakersfield, California, offered details Wednesday on the hourslong standoff with a suspect who barricaded himself in a bank "with several community members," according to police. The situation ended early Wednesday when FBI personnel shot the suspect, authorities said.
8 bagged bodies found with note in narco-trafficking hotspot
The discovery comes in the midst of a U.S.-backed military crackdown on the organized crime gangs in Ecuador.
Hostage situation ends at California bank
The FBI shot and killed a person suspected of holding people hostage at a bank in Bakersfield, California, police said, adding that all hostages are safe. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
Lynette Hooker's disappearance probed
Lynette Hooker's disappearance is being investigated as a possible murder, an official says, after her husband reported her missing during a sailing trip in the Bahamas. CBS News' Cristian Benavides reports.
2 California bank standoff hostages released
Negotiations continue after a bank standoff in Southern California that began Tuesday, where hostages were taken. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
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Blue Origin vows to resume New Glenn launches despite explosion
Damage to Blue Origin's lone launch pad in the wake of last week's spectacular explosion was not as severe as initially feared, the company said.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
Blue Origin assesses impact of New Glenn explosion
Blue Origin assess the impact of Thursday's New Glenn explosion, prompting concern about NASA moon program delays.
Blue micromoon makes rare appearance this weekend
A rare blue micromoon will appear in night skies this weekend. Here's what to expect.
NASA's moon base plans include landers, buggies and drones for 2028 mission
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, Astrolab, Lunar Outpost and Firefly Aerospace are awarded with hundreds of millions of dollars in NASA contracts for the first phase of its moon base plans.
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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.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Lawmakers grill Rubio and Mullin
Lawmakers grilled Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin during tense congressional hearings on Capitol Hill. CBS News' Taurean Small has more.
Deadly fire rips through New Delhi hotel
A deadly fire that broke out at the Flourish Inn Stay in southern Delhi's Malviya Nagar neighborhood killed at least 21 people, police said. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Man tries to open plane emergency exit
Passengers on a Frontier Airlines flight, including a former MMA fighter, jumped in to restrain a man trying to open the plane's emergency exit midair. CBS News' Tom Hanson has more.
Trump talks Iran, phone call with Netanyahu
President Trump spoke about the war in Iran and a recent phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during an interview with the New York Post's "Pod Force One." CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
Update on California hostage situation
Authorities in Bakersfield, California, offered details Wednesday on the hourslong standoff with a suspect who barricaded himself in a bank "with several community members," according to police. The situation ended early Wednesday when FBI personnel shot the suspect, authorities said.