As carbon emissions surge, can China and Japan quit the coal?
Scientists say COVID rebound fueling 2nd sharpest spike in carbon emissions ever, as some of the most advanced nations have serious old-school fuel addictions.
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CBS News Poll — Eye on Earth: What do Americans think can be done on climate?
Americans weigh in on climate change objectives and how achievable they seem.
One senator's proposal to save forests and create jobs
Colorado Senator Michael Bennet introduces legislation that would put billions into restoring and maintaining forests, watersheds and rangelands in the West.
Traditionally red Texas experiencing green jobs boom
The Lone Star state is quickly becoming the blueprint for a new type of blue-collar worker.
Climate breaks records
NASA says the first six months of 2016 have broken more records for warming temperatures and melting sea ice. CBS News' Mark Albert reports.
CBS News poll — Eye on Earth: What drives views on electric cars?
Just a third of people say they'll consider one. Most would still consider a traditional gasoline-powered car.
Central American nations closed out of White House climate summit
"It's a shame because these issues are interconnected," said Kayly Ober, senior advocate and program manager for the Climate Displacement Program at Refugees International.
Oceans protect us from climate change — but there are consequences
"Eye on Earth: Our Planet in Peril" looks at how rising sea levels and more frequent major storm events illustrate the consequences of a changing planet.
CBS News poll: Eye on Earth — climate change and a pandemic year
Just over half think that a year of lockdowns and working from home during the pandemic probably helped the environment.
Poll: Eye on Earth — can fighting climate change be good economics?
Americans weigh in on whether fighting climate change helps or hurts the economy.
U.S. and China agree to cooperate to "tackle the climate crisis"
But as Biden prepares to host a summit of world leaders, seeking pledges to carbon emissions, China warns more ambitious goals are "not very realistic."
How an underground cavern spares low-lying Tokyo flood damage
The "underground Parthenon" has become a tourist magnet, but the modern engineering marvel is also the great protector of Japan's densely-packed capital.
Climate change becomes the harp seal's newest threat
This year's tour season was canceled because the ice was too thin for choppers to land.
Macron says Biden is "100% right" to push for more action on climate change
"It's time to deliver. It's time to rush, and President Biden is 100% right to do so," Macron said in an interview with "Face the Nation."
Americans support U.S. engaging globally on climate — CBS News poll
Majority of Americans say issue needs to be addressed right now.
Facebook reaches 100% renewable-energy milestone
The company said it now buys enough renewable electricity to power all its data centers and offices around the world.
2015 was the warmest year on record with land and ocean temperatures nearly two degrees above average
2015 was the warmest year on record with land and ocean temperatures nearly two degrees above average. CBSN's Meg Oliver and Elaine Quijano have the latest details.
Jeffrey Kluger, editor-at-large for Time magazine and Time.com, joins “CBS This Morning" to discuss the wild weather and its impact
Extreme weather continues to hit the United States, as flooding continues to overwhelm the Midwest and an arctic blast is finally chilling the Northeast. California is also preparing for a series of drenching storms. Jeffrey Kluger, editor-at-large for Time magazine and Time.com, joins “CBS This Morning" to discuss the wild weather and its impact.
Western U.S. may be entering worst drought in modern history
The stage is set for an escalation of extreme dry conditions, with widespread water restrictions expected and yet another dangerous fire season ahead.
After two weeks of intense international diplomacy, a historic agreement targeting climate change was made in Paris Saturday
After two weeks of intense international diplomacy, a historic agreement targeting climate change was made in Paris Saturday. As Mark Phillips reports, the deal was struck in one of the final weeks of the warmest year on record.
Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vermont, says the United States should fight climate change by creating a system of sustainable energy. The Democratic presidential candidate says he is “frightened” by the planet we will leave behind if we do not act now
Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vermont, says the United States should fight climate change by creating a system of sustainable energy. The Democratic presidential candidate says he is “frightened” by the planet we will leave behind to our kids if we do not act now.
He also discusses how he hopes his climate change initiatives will be part of his presidential legacy
In his first interview since returning from the U.N. Climate Change summit in Paris, Mr. Obama speaks to "CBS This Morning" co-host Norah O'Donnell about how the threat and strain of climate change impacts world conflict and terrorism. He also discusses how he hopes his climate change initiatives will be part of his presidential legacy.
Citing the environmental work of past Republican leaders Obama said the party's staunch opposition to his climate change efforts today are "ironic"
Citing the environmental work of past Republican leaders, the president tells "CBS This Morning" co-host Norah O'Donnell that the party's staunch opposition to his climate change efforts today are "ironic."
The president defends his EPA rules preventing the building of new coal plants and explains why natural gas makes a good replacement
The president defends his EPA rules preventing the building of new coal plants and explains to "CBS This Morning" co-host Norah O'Donnell why natural gas makes a good replacement.
Negotiators from around the world are now in the middle of two weeks of talks in Paris, trying to reach an agreement to limit global warming
Negotiators from around the world are now in the middle of two weeks of talks in Paris, trying to reach an agreement to limit global warming. President Obama spoke to “CBS This Morning” co-host Norah O’Donnell at the White House about his effort to fight climate change and hopes to leave behind a legacy.
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Neuroscientists grow human brain tissue in mice
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
First-ever adult T. rex trackway found in North Dakota
Paleontologists have identified the first known trackway made by a full-grown Tyrannosaurus rex, and the discovery was made in the North Dakota badlands.
Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
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Meta's Muse shopping agent is a hit, as AI commerce starts to take off
Meta's new AI tool now ranks at the top of the App Store. Some retail experts see a "natural evolution from search."
Andreessen Horowitz launches AI school as college alternative
One of Silicon Valley's most prominent venture investors is gearing its new tech academy toward aspiring entrepreneurs focused on building AI.
Supreme Court stays out of custody dispute between California couple and surrogate
Justice Elena Kagan declined a request from a surrogate to intervene in a custody dispute with a California couple.
What is the White House press pool and how does it work?
President Trump's move to ban CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House has highlighted the role of the press pool.
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U.S. to welcome up to 17,500 more White South Africans as refugees
The Trump administration is planning to welcome up to 17,500 additional White Afrikaners from South Africa as refugees over the next 12 months, according to a notice sent to Congress.
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Meta's Muse shopping agent is a hit, as AI commerce starts to take off
Meta's new AI tool now ranks at the top of the App Store. Some retail experts see a "natural evolution from search."
Andreessen Horowitz launches AI school as college alternative
One of Silicon Valley's most prominent venture investors is gearing its new tech academy toward aspiring entrepreneurs focused on building AI.
3 guys hacked OpenAI using a rival Anthropic model. Here's what to know.
Cybersecurity researchers from a small firm called Hacktron in India broke into OpenAI, showing how vulnerable frontier labs are.
Diesel prices just hit a new record. Would a U.S. export ban bring relief?
Some lawmakers want to halt U.S. diesel exports as prices top $6.50 a gallon. But such a ban could have unintended consequences, experts say.
Have an Apple iPhone 15 or 16? How to file a claim for up to $95.
The claims window is open until Dec. 21, 2026. To file a claim, iPhone users must enter basic personal info and their iPhone's serial number.
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U.S., Iran hold first talks since June as Trump threatens annihilation
U.S. and Iranian delegations met on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly, rekindling diplomacy amid Trump's threat to "annihilate" the regime.
Redrawn Missouri congressional map lands before Supreme Court for third time
The fight over Missouri's congressional map returned to the U.S. Supreme Court for a third time after an appeals court ordered the revival of new districts backed by President Trump.
DOJ charges Utah postal worker for allegedly dumping mail ballots in trash
The Justice Department says a U.S. Postal Service letter carrier in Utah threw out more than 300 mail ballots that were being sent to voters for the state's June primary.
Supreme Court stays out of custody dispute between California couple and surrogate
Justice Elena Kagan declined a request from a surrogate to intervene in a custody dispute with a California couple.
What is the White House press pool and how does it work?
President Trump's move to ban CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House has highlighted the role of the press pool.
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4 things women should know about bone health and the "silent disease"
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein, an orthopedic surgeon at Duke University School of Medicine, discusses what women should know about protecting their bones.
Even the smallest joys can help prevent suicide, researchers say
New research highlights common themes shared by people who found reasons to keep living through dark times.
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JB Pritzker reveals GLP-1 use, pressed on possible presidential run
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker revealed to "CBS Mornings" that for the last two years he has been using a GLP-1 medication to lose weight.
Her son was dying, but his rare cancer made it difficult to get the right drug
As knowledge about genetics advances, some doctors say cancers should be defined by their mutations, not the tissues where they manifest.
Her postpartum symptoms wouldn't go away. A brain tumor was to blame.
Lisa Fasone's first pregnancy went smoothly. Then a rare health condition put her dreams of a second child on hold.
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U.S., Iran hold first talks since June as Trump threatens annihilation
U.S. and Iranian delegations met on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly, rekindling diplomacy amid Trump's threat to "annihilate" the regime.
Ancient wall found under Paris hotel could confirm origins of city
The wall dating from the Gallo-Roman period was discovered beneath a hotel on the Ile de la Cite, a stone's throw from Notre Dame Cathedral.
Venezuela blocks 3 attempts by opposition leader Machado to return, team says
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado tried 3 times to enter her country "by air and sea but has been turned away each time," her team says.
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Ukraine ready to sign landmark drone defense deal with U.S., sources say
Sources tell CBS News that Ukraine is ready to sign a landmark drone defense deal with the U.S., as new details of Ukrainian technology helping defend U.S. bases in the Middle East come to light.
Georgia couple who survived Nepal flood shares their story
Mita and Hemant Parikh decided to split from their group and take a side trip during their long-planned pilgrimage. They're now safely back home, but none of the families they were traveling with have been found.
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Hayden Panettiere cause of death revealed
Actress Hayden Panettiere died from an accidental overdose of fentanyl and several other drugs, according to a coroner in South Carolina. Lilia Luciano reports.
Hayden Panettiere died from accidental overdose
A South Carolina coroner revealed Tuesday that actor Hayden Panettiere died from an accidental overdose of several drugs, including fentanyl. CBS News national correspondent Lilia Luciano has more.
Judge Judy reflects on 30-year career
Judith Sheindlin, known on TV as Judge Judy, sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss her 30-year career as she passes the torch to her son, Adam.
Grandmaster Flash talks new book on hip-hop
Grandmaster Flash speaks with Nate Burleson about his new book, "Birth of a Culture," where he gives readers an intimate look at his role in the birth of hip-hop.
Hayden Panettiere died from accidental overdose, autopsy finds
An autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office determined Hayden Panettiere's death was due to an accidental overdose of several drugs, including fentanyl.
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How a "swarm" of AI agents hacked a company
Experts are worried about the dangers of "swarms" of AI models coming together to accomplish a complex task for nefarious reasons. CBS News' Megan Cerullo breaks down what this means.
Downloads surge for Meta's new AI agent Muse
Meta's new AI personal assistant, Muse, has reached the top of the U.S. App Store charts, surpassing competitor ChatGPT. CBS News digital reporter Lauren Fichten details how the app's popularity is helping Meta play catch-up in the AI race.
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.
Trump rejects calls to rein in AI
At the U.N. General Assembly on Tuesday, President Trump told world leaders that the U.S. rejects efforts to rein in artificial intelligence. Stephen Witt, a journalist focused on AI, joins "The Takeout" with analysis.
Meta's Muse shopping agent is a hit, as AI commerce starts to take off
Meta's new AI tool now ranks at the top of the App Store. Some retail experts see a "natural evolution from search."
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Neuroscientists grow human brain tissue in mice
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
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Concerns over kids' safety getting off the bus
When a school bus stops to pick up kids, the other cars on the road are supposed to stop with it. But thousands of times a day, they do not. As Mark Strassmann reports, some areas have found a way to crack down.
Hayden Panettiere cause of death revealed
Actress Hayden Panettiere died from an accidental overdose of fentanyl and several other drugs, according to a coroner in South Carolina. Lilia Luciano reports.
Political donations form family tied to suspected Chinese spy
A family tied to a suspected Chinese spy made $4.4 million in donations to California politicians, including Gov. Newsom, a CBS News investigation found. CBS News' Josh Boswell breaks it down.
Man shot by ICE: "I'm not doing well"
Wilber Rafael Garces Perez was shot in the back by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Austin, Texas. Garces Perez's lawyer says he had a work permit and was seeking asylum but had missed a deportation order sent to an old address. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
"Looksmaxxing" influencer Clavicular charged with rape in Massachusetts
Online personality "Clavicular," whose real name is Braden Peters, faces two felony charges and one misdemeanor charge. He denies the allegations.
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NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
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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.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Extended interview: Patrick Clancy
Patrick Clancy wrestles with grief and shares memories of his children in his first interview since his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy's murder trial ended without a verdict.
Bone Loss: A Silent Disease
About half of women over the age of 50 experience bone density loss, but most don't even know they have a problem. That's why Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein calls it a "silent disease." Dr. Wittstein has been at the forefront of understanding how joint pain and joint health evolve over a woman's lifetime. She tells Norah how you can reverse bone loss and what impact hormones have on bone density.
Trump hosting Rodríguez at world leader dinner
President Trump is hosting acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez at a dinner for world leaders while they are both in New York for the U.N. General Assembly. CBS News national correspondent Lilia Luciano has more.
U.S. accepting White South Africans as refugees
The Trump administration is planning to welcome up to 17,500 more White South Africans as refugees over the next 12 months. CBS News immigration correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
New book shares stories from Afghan refugees
Diana Kapp is co-author of "The Last Free Women," which details the bravery of women who escaped the Taliban regime to build new lives in America. She and Mursal Rahim, one of the Afghan refugees featured in the book, join "The Daily Report" to discuss their stories.