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Nearly half of Greenland's ice sheet began melting this week after an unprecedented warm spell hit the Arctic region. Temperatures climbed more than 40 degrees above average, causing an estimated 2 billion tons of ice loss. Ted Scambos, senior research scientist at the University of Colorado at Boulder's Earth Science Observation Center, joined CBSN to discuss.
"We do know that the earth's temperature changes -- it goes up and down," Scalise told "CBS This Morning" when pressed on climate change's cause
Computers that mine and process bitcoins use vast amounts of energy, troubling climate experts
The study argues losses could be offset by a reduction in carbon pollution
Coal production and consumption continue to slump despite White House efforts to boost the industry
The former New York City mayor slammed politicians who promise to mitigate climate change by 2050
Businesses are starting to put numbers on their exposure to climate-change disruptions — and they're very high
New report forecasts widespread societal breakdown set off by the migration of billions of people fleeing climate extremes
A new study from a environmental watchdog in Brazil says deforestation has increased by 20% in the last nine months. Deforestation can increase the pace of climate change. André Guimarães, executive director of IPAM, the Amazon Environmental Research Institute, joins CBSN with more on the risk.
The White House is gearing up to complete a sweeping rollback of Obama-era policies regulating greenhouse gas emissions. Coral Davenport, who covers energy and environmental policy for The New York Times, joined CBSN to explain the consequences these new policies could have.
Mass mortality events are becoming bigger and more frequent in "a changing world"
The Swedish teen activist meet with United Nation leaders and the former Governor of California
The retailer's super-fast shipping and ubiquitous cloud-computing service have a high environmental cost, activists say
As the U.S. debates a "green" transformation for the economy, the idea of paying for pollution is getting a serious look
DiCaprio narrates "Ice on Fire," which highlights never-before-seen solutions to our climate crisis
Urban Outfitters jumps into the clothing rental market to please young consumers who want variety and sustainability
A new study lays out a range of possible outcomes "that go from bad to worse"
He announced his plan just after a weekend of campaigning in Iowa, touring farms and areas affected by extreme flooding
"It's now a crisis, an emergency, and we need to engage people to demand smart policy and innovation."
The Environmental Protection Agency says only about 9 percent of the plastic created in the U.S. is recycled
A new ranking lets anyone see how nearly 600 cities are faring in their efforts to keep earth from overheating
He's not the same kid-friendly "Science Guy" millennials grew up with
Our best hope to save the planet is to "make the leap straight to renewable energy," the author and climate activist says
After nine years of working in a coal mine, one man traded it in for a wind turbine. But how many others will follow?
A new United Nations report presents some troubling predictions for the planet
Ice Age beast was between the ages of 2 and 4 when it died and was preserved in the permafrost
NOAA scientists say 98% of the dolphins that stranded themselves along the Gulf Coast have died
Hopefully, it finds some aliens sporting Vulcan salutes next
Judy Lehmberg explains how a misunderstanding by this classical musical newbie relates to imagery of animals on an unspoiled Earth
For decades, the three African-American mathematicians whose efforts ultimately helped put men on the moon received little recognition for their contributions to the space program. On Wednesday, NASA acknowledged their role by renaming a block in front of its headquarters "Hidden Figures Way." The women's stories were featured in the 2016 film "Hidden Figures." Michelle Miller reports.
Scientists hope to study the Taurid meteor shower closely, in hopes of better predicting the risk of a future impact
Environmental Working Group says the chemicals could be to blame for over 12,000 cases of cancer in the U.S. each year
Georgia Republican Congressman Rob Woodall spoke to CBSN on Tuesday following a House Budget hearing focusing on the risks posed by climate change. Woodall told CBSN's Reena Ninan about the hearing as well as why he hasn't read the Mueller report.
The study argues losses could be offset by a reduction in carbon pollution
Inspired by an earlier EU move, Canada's government may ban items like plastic bags, water bottles, straws and earbuds
To deter predators, the snake goes belly up and opens its mouth to "play dead," but it's all just a very dramatic act
Scientist think it could be leftover metal from a previous asteroid strike
No injuries have been reported connected to the earthquake
Judy Lehmberg on the bears of Yellowstone National Park
NASA's plan could make way for visits by private-sector astronauts to the International Space Station as early as next year
When an elderly couple was found brutally murdered in their bed – stabbed 128 times -- police faced the coldest killer they’d ever encountered … and he was just 15
Linda Collins-Smith's remains were found outside her home in Pocahontas, Arkansas
So far this year, 93 officers nationwide have taken their own life — already on track to exceed 2018
Texans defensive end JJ Watt suggested "we all chip in and buy Whataburger back"
The elephant population has rebounded from fewer than 2,000 last year to approximately 4,000
Democrats are hoping to take the seat back, especially as President Trump's tariffs have hit the state hard
Tom Homan said that President Trump's announcement that he would be border czar was "premature"
Buttigieg condemned President Trump for saying this week that he would accept election help from foreign actors
The Alabama legislature recently passed a near ban on all abortions, provoking outrage from abortion rights activists
The Poor People's Campaign is hosting a presidential forum which will be attended by 10 Democratic candidates
Every year, more than 8 million tons of plastic enter our oceans
Rolfy Ferreyra Cruz has told reporters that Ortiz was not his intended target
The Italian filmmaker also known for the TV miniseries "Jesus of Nazareth" delighted opera fans around the world on stage and screen
Carrie Lam, Hong Kong's chief executive, said the government was backing down on the bill
Ice Age beast was between the ages of 2 and 4 when it died and was preserved in the permafrost
Thorne alleged a hacker sent her her own photos as well as photos of other celebrities
What's the highest-grossing movie of all time? It might be one of your favorites
"I'm supposed to be going on in," Staples said. "But I'm coming on out"
The Italian filmmaker also known for the TV miniseries "Jesus of Nazareth" delighted opera fans around the world on stage and screen
Soul and gospel legend Mavis Staples has already won multiple Grammys. But she's not resting on her laurels: she's taking on tribute concerts, a tour, and a brand new album. Staples performs three songs off the new album, "We Get By."
Cybersecurity experts are concerned that because AI has never been cheaper or easier to use, deepfake videos will be deployed by a diverse set of hackers during the 2020 election
The photo and video sharing social media platform outage hit those on the East and West coasts Thursday
Computers that mine and process bitcoins use vast amounts of energy, troubling climate experts
Lawmakers are concerned "deepfakes" and other types of AI-generated synthetic data pose a threat to the U.S. election system
In a video that's received more than 2 million views, a man who calls himself "Jim Browning" infiltrates scammers in India
Ice Age beast was between the ages of 2 and 4 when it died and was preserved in the permafrost
NOAA scientists say 98% of the dolphins that stranded themselves along the Gulf Coast have died
Hopefully, it finds some aliens sporting Vulcan salutes next
Judy Lehmberg explains how a misunderstanding by this classical musical newbie relates to imagery of animals on an unspoiled Earth
Scientists hope to study the Taurid meteor shower closely, in hopes of better predicting the risk of a future impact
When Maryanne Perry lost her health insurance coverage, she discovered a $50 copay would jump to $1,000 a month
The action involves more than 14,000 cases made by Archer Daniels Midland and sold by retailers including Walmart
Ebola outbreak has killed more than 1,400 people since it was declared in August, making it the second-deadliest in history
Dr. Judy Robinson told "Whistleblower" she'd rather lose her job than look the other way
An OB-GYN blew the whistle to protect mothers and their newborns -- did profits come before the safety of patients?
Texans defensive end JJ Watt suggested "we all chip in and buy Whataburger back"
The outage lasted approximately two hours, according to the company
The first daughter's now-defunct clothing line also raked in more than $1 million in income, the White House disclosed
The online retailer has never turned a profit, but it's counting on Americans spending more money on their pets
The action involves more than 14,000 cases made by Archer Daniels Midland and sold by retailers including Walmart
When an elderly couple was found brutally murdered in their bed – stabbed 128 times -- police faced the coldest killer they’d ever encountered … and he was just 15
Linda Collins-Smith's remains were found outside her home in Pocahontas, Arkansas
A judge in the Dominican Republic is ordering suspects in the shooting of baseball legend David Ortiz to be held for up to a year as the investigation proceeds. Prosecutors say their case is already at an advanced stage. Mola Lenghi reports.
One person was killed Friday night at a Southern California Costco when an off-duty police officer opened fire after an argument. Shoppers ran for their lives. Carter Evans reports.
A couple has filed a $10 million lawsuit against the Phoenix Police Department alleging civil rights violations and police brutality after an officer allegedly pulled their guns on the family
Hopefully, it finds some aliens sporting Vulcan salutes next
Scientists hope to study the Taurid meteor shower closely, in hopes of better predicting the risk of a future impact
The three Radarsat satellites will monitor resources and the effects of climate change across Canada
NASA has a message for space lovers this month: Look up
Scientist think it could be leftover metal from a previous asteroid strike
Forbes has updated their billionaires list, detailing the richest people around the world.
See Broadway stars walk the red carpet at Radio City Music Hall in New York City at the 73rd Annual Tony Awards
At Jake Patterson's sentencing hearing, prosecutors showed a select few evidence photos to the court and asked that Patterson be sentenced to life in prison for the murders of Jayme Closs' parents and the 13-year-old's kidnapping
It's summertime - time for music at festivals and venues across the country
These babies proudly hold photos of their former selves to celebrate their amazing progress since graduating from the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
When Sarah Rice heard about S.B. 1391, a proposed law that could potentially see her grandmother’s killer have his prison sentence drastically reduced, she jumped into action
Yolo County, Calif., Deputy D.A. Amanda Zambor tells “48 Hours”’ Erin Moriarty why she thinks convicted killer Daniel Marsh, who took the stand to plead for his freedom at age 21, has not changed.
Special Agent Chris Campion describes what it means to be a psychopath – and says Daniel Marsh, who confessed to a double murder at age 15, is exactly that
Daniel Marsh, 15, who confessed to killing an elderly Davis County, Calif., couple in 2013 and who says he has fantasies about killing, tells FBI Special Agent Chris Campion how he would kill him.
A teenager said after he killed an elderly couple “it felt amazing.” Now a controversial new California law could set him free at 25. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty investigates.