3 states would face Colorado River water cuts under federal plan
Arizona, California, and Nevada would take less water from the Colorado River under a federal proposal to stave off a crisis in the river.
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Battle against monster wildfire in France boosted by improving weather
George and Amal Clooney are among thousands of residents in southwest France still displaced by a massive wildfire, but crews are gaining control.
The biggest weather risk for homeowners? It's no longer hurricanes.
Severe "convective" storms account for roughly a third of global natural disaster economic losses, a new study finds.
U.S. mom and kids trapped by French wildfire: "Such an unstable situation"
A mother from Tennessee slept through wildfire evacuation operations in southwest France, and now she's trapped with her kids as the blaze threatens the city Bordeaux.
Colorado River reservoirs hit record lows as government threatens major cuts
It's a moment of reckoning in the drought-stricken West as seven states can't agree on how to share the rapidly shrinking water supply.
Climate change to obliterate $1.5 trillion in U.S. home values
More than 5 million Americans will leave areas being impacted by climate change this year, according to study.
Climate extremes fuel explosive wildfires in Canada and western U.S.
One climatologist said "a perfect storm" of climate extremes primed the western U.S. for one of its worst fire seasons in a decade. Meanwhile, Canadian wildfire smoke fills the air.
Heat waves push more Europeans to embrace air conditioning
Only 20% European homes have AC, compared to 90% in the U.S., but as the climate changes, that vast gulf may be set to shrink.
Paris bans alcohol in public amid record-breaking heat wave
Authorities are attempting to reduce the pressure on hospitals as the city swelters under extreme heat.
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.
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.
New report ranks the cleanest and most polluted U.S. cities
The new report evaluated air quality in different parts of the country by measuring the presence of ozone and particle pollution in the atmosphere.
Using the ocean to power data centers
The renewable energy company Panthalassa says it has a solution to the proliferation of AI data centers, which consume massive amounts of energy and are the cause of increased carbon pollution: sea-based data centers, powered by wave energy.
March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
Emperor penguins listed as endangered species
The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.
EPA chief Lee Zeldin tells climate skeptics to "celebrate vindication"
The head of the Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday defended his decision to repeal the legal determination that serves as the basis for federal rules to slow climate change.
The West's historic snow drought could bring water shortages, wildfires
The western United States experienced a severe snow drought this year, threatening the region's water supply and potentially setting the stage for its wildfire season.
Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
El Niño could return this year and make Earth even hotter
The weather phenomenon known as El Niño could form later this year, potentially pushing global temperatures to record heights, researchers say.
Supreme Court to weigh energy companies' bid to end state climate change suits
The Supreme Court agreed to take up an effort by energy companies to end a lawsuit filed in state court that seeks billions of dollars in damages.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
Trump's EPA revokes the "endangerment finding." Here's what to know.
The Trump administration says greenhouse gases emitted from sources like cars, trucks and power plants will no longer be regulated by the federal government.
"Black carbon" in Arctic an increasing concern amid other issues in region
"Black carbon," or soot, that spews from ships and makes the Artic Ocean ice melt even faster is an increasing concern in a region beset with many other issues.
Wildfire smoke pollution linked to 24,100 U.S. deaths per year, study finds
"Our message is: Wildfire smoke is very dangerous. It is an increasing threat to human health," said a study author.
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Genetically altered beagles offer hope for dog lovers with allergies
Matt Walker, a geneticist and the CEO of Kindred Companion Sciences, joins "CBS Mornings" with his gene-altered beagle, Bailey, to discuss creating future options for people with severe pet allergies.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
Bezos, DiCaprio set up massive wildlife fund
Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos have announced a $200 million fund set to protect species on the brink of extinction. Carter Evans has the story.
Dramatic photos show lava spewing from Fuego volcano in Guatemala
Guatemalan officials on Monday began evacuating two villages near the Fuego volcano due to the ongoing eruption.
Rare footage of humpback whale birth captured on drone video
The footage is believed to be only the fourth complete humpback whale birth ever recorded on film anywhere in the world and the first-ever captured by drone.
Rare video shows humpback whale birth
A photographer operating a drone off the coast of Australia captured a humpback whale giving birth. It's believed to be the first time such a birth has been recorded by a drone.
How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomer's name deciphered from ancient Mayan ruins for first time
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
Disclosure Foundation head on new UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
Watch: Pentagon releases 19 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a fourth batch of UFO files on Friday, nearly one month after its third drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
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DOJ's top prosecutor in LA hires aide with pending battery charge, DUIs
First Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli hired former top aide Shawn Lewis to be a federal law enforcement liaison, though Lewis has three prior convictions for driving under the influence and a pending battery charge.
Idaho shooting video shows gunman start deadly rampage in In-N-Out drive-thru
Three people were killed in the shooting that started at an In-N-Out restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho.
A quandary for the Fed: Dealing with hot inflation and cool job growth
A sudden slump in hiring has dramatically changed the outlook for the Federal Reserve's September interest rate decision.
Energy company sues data center over who should pay for AI buildout
At issue is who pays to expand energy infrastructure when a data center needs as much electricity as a midsize city.
Trump mounts new effort to fire Fed's Lisa Cook after Supreme Court ruling
The White House has informed Lisa Cook, a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, that President Trump is considering firing her.
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A quandary for the Fed: Dealing with hot inflation and cool job growth
A sudden slump in hiring has dramatically changed the outlook for the Federal Reserve's September interest rate decision.
Energy company sues data center over who should pay for AI buildout
At issue is who pays to expand energy infrastructure when a data center needs as much electricity as a midsize city.
Americans got their biggest raises in 40 years. Inflation took most of it.
The typical American's paycheck has grown faster since 2019 than in any stretch since the early 1980s. But prices climbed nearly as fast, swallowing about 80% of the wage increase.
July jobs report reveals unexpected loss of 23,000 jobs
Friday's jobs report showed employers shed jobs last month, rather than adding 95,000 new hires that had been forecast by economists.
Warren presses U.S. companies to share tariff refunds with customers
Companies receiving billions in refunds for U.S. tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court should return money to consumers, Sen. Elizabeth Warren said.
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DOJ's top prosecutor in LA hires aide with pending battery charge, DUIs
First Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli hired former top aide Shawn Lewis to be a federal law enforcement liaison, though Lewis has three prior convictions for driving under the influence and a pending battery charge.
Trump mounts new effort to fire Fed's Lisa Cook after Supreme Court ruling
The White House has informed Lisa Cook, a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, that President Trump is considering firing her.
Senate passes long-stalled Russia sanctions bill championed by Lindsey Graham
The Senate has tried for more than a year to get the legislation imposing sanctions on Russia across the finish line. It also includes sanctions on Iran.
Appeals court blocks Trump's White House ballroom, teeing up Supreme Court fight
A federal appeals court said the White House lacks the authority to unilaterally construct the 90,000-square-foot ballroom. President Trump said the administration will appeal to the Supreme Court.
Cassidy backs Blanche for attorney general, clearing way for confirmation
Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy, a Republican, announced he will vote to confirm Todd Blanche for attorney general.
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"Pink flags" of postpartum psychosis — and more takeaways from "Healthful"
Perinatal psychiatrist Dr. Uruj Kamal Haider and Kriti Lodha joined a special edition of "Healthful" to talk more about mental health conditions, including postpartum psychosis.
The Truth About Postpartum Psychosis
The issue of postpartum psychosis has come to the forefront amid the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, the 35-year-old mother accused of killing her three children. What are the signs of a mental break, and is the healthcare system failing mothers? In this special episode of Healthful, Norah speaks with Dr. Uruj Kamal Haider, a perinatal psychiatrist who has treated patients with the rare and severe mental health emergency. She also speaks with Kriti Lodha, a postpartum psychosis survivor who has made it her mission to help other mothers.
Flesh-eating bacteria have killed 5 in Louisiana this year, officials say
A flesh-eating bacterium found in warm coastal waters is responsible for at least five deaths so far this year in Louisiana, state health officials reported Thursday.
Minnesota Chipotle burrito bowl meal led to sepsis hospitalization, lawsuit says
A Minnesota woman says she fainted, spiked a 102-degree fever, and was hospitalized with sepsis three days after eating a chicken burrito bowl at a Chipotle in Roseville, and genetic testing connected her case to a multistate outbreak, according to a lawsuit filed Tuesday.
What Fauci has said about COVID origins, gain-of-function research
Thursday's vote to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress follows years of tension with GOP Sen. Rand Paul, hinging on the origins of the coronavirus and a controversial type of research.
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Senate passes long-stalled Russia sanctions bill championed by Lindsey Graham
The Senate has tried for more than a year to get the legislation imposing sanctions on Russia across the finish line. It also includes sanctions on Iran.
Plans for another mass migrant crossing into Ceuta spreading online
CBS News reviewed dozens of posts on social media that suggest a renewed push for migrants to cross the border from Morocco into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta.
Water rationing begins in Puerto Rico amid drought crisis: "It's brutal"
Puerto Rico's massive rationing measure comes amid a severe drought on top of shortages due to infrastructure issues.
Amanda Knox's comedy show faces criticism from murdered roommate's family
Amanda Knox made headlines almost two decades ago when she was convicted, but later acquitted, of the murder of Meredith Kercher in Italy.
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign key defense agreement
The agreement says any armed attack against one of the three states will be regarded as an attack on them all, Pakistan and Turkey said in statement.
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Top music exec chooses his song of the summer
Music lovers are weighing in on the 2026 song of the summer contenders. Jem Aswad, Variety's executive music editor, shares what he thinks makes a hit the standout of the season.
What's the song of the summer?
While many songs generate acclaim as soon as they hit the airwaves, there can only be one song of the summer. SiriusXM radio host Lamar Dawson makes his pick.
Juno Temple, Hannah Waddingham on "Ted Lasso"
Emmy Award-winning actors Juno Temple and Hannah Waddingham share their thoughts on returning to "Ted Lasso" for a fourth season after a three-year hiatus. Temple returns as publicist Keeley Jones while Waddingham is back as club owner Rebecca Welton.
Diarra Kilpatrick on her show's new season
Diarra Kilpatrick, who stars in "Diarra from Detroit," joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the show's new season, which premiered on Paramount+ last week.
Amanda Kloots on her new dating show
Amanda Kloots, a Broadway dancer, podcast host and best friend to reality star Harry Jowsey, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss their new Netflix series "Let's Marry Harry."
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Energy company sues data center over who should pay for AI buildout
At issue is who pays to expand energy infrastructure when a data center needs as much electricity as a midsize city.
Meta fined $567M over child safety issues
Meta, the tech giant that operates Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and other platforms, faces another financial penalty for allegedly failing to keep kids safe. A New Mexico judge has ordered Meta to pay $567 million for its failure to warn the public about the dangers its products pose to children.
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.
Kids dropping phones for summer jobs
Meet the children leaving their devices behind this summer to flex their entrepreneurial muscles with summer jobs.
Concerns over misuse of Flock cameras
Joseph Cox, co-founder of 404 Media, joins CBS News to discuss criticisms of Flock cameras and the push by some cities to replace Flock cameras with different surveillance devices like license plate readers.
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Genetically altered beagles offer hope for dog lovers with allergies
Matt Walker, a geneticist and the CEO of Kindred Companion Sciences, joins "CBS Mornings" with his gene-altered beagle, Bailey, to discuss creating future options for people with severe pet allergies.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
Bezos, DiCaprio set up massive wildlife fund
Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos have announced a $200 million fund set to protect species on the brink of extinction. Carter Evans has the story.
Dramatic photos show lava spewing from Fuego volcano in Guatemala
Guatemalan officials on Monday began evacuating two villages near the Fuego volcano due to the ongoing eruption.
Rare footage of humpback whale birth captured on drone video
The footage is believed to be only the fourth complete humpback whale birth ever recorded on film anywhere in the world and the first-ever captured by drone.
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Inside Lindsay Clancy's Home
As the Lindsay Clancy murder trial continues, jurors hear testimony from the medical professionals who treated her before and after the deaths of her three children, and excerpts of her journal. They also visit key scenes from the night of the killings. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty speaks with WBZ-TV reporter and anchor Kristina Rex about emotional courtroom moments, graphic testimony, and the key question at the heart of this case: what was happening in Lindsay Clancy's mind on January 24, 2023?
Idaho shooting video shows gunman start deadly rampage in In-N-Out drive-thru
Three people were killed in the shooting that started at an In-N-Out restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho.
Tense exchange at Lindsey Clancy murder trial
More testimony transpired at Lindsey Clancy's murder trial in Massachusetts, and the judge presiding had a tense exchange with the defense. CBS News Boston's Kristina Rex reports.
Deadly school shooting in Thailand
At least seven people died during a school shooting in Bangkok, Thailand. BBC News' Jonathan Head reports.
New DNA evidence in Utah death row case
New DNA evidence is raising questions about the case against Douglas Carter, who is on death row in Utah for murder. Neal Hamilton, one of Carter's defense attorneys, joins CBS News with his take.
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Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
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Inside Lindsay Clancy's Home
As the Lindsay Clancy murder trial continues, jurors hear testimony from the medical professionals who treated her before and after the deaths of her three children, and excerpts of her journal. They also visit key scenes from the night of the killings. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty speaks with WBZ-TV reporter and anchor Kristina Rex about emotional courtroom moments, graphic testimony, and the key question at the heart of this case: what was happening in Lindsay Clancy's mind on January 24, 2023?
Ted Cruz says U.S. should arm Iran protesters
Texas Republican Sen. Ted Cruz says the U.S. should consider arming Iranian protesters so they can rise up against the regime. Alex Vatanka, a senior fellow at the Middle East Institute, reacts to the remarks.
Tense exchange at Lindsey Clancy murder trial
More testimony transpired at Lindsey Clancy's murder trial in Massachusetts, and the judge presiding had a tense exchange with the defense. CBS News Boston's Kristina Rex reports.
Doctor on "pink flags" of postpartum psychosis
Perinatal psychiatrist Dr. Uruj Kamal Haider told Norah O'Donnell on "Healthful" that it's important to identify the early signs of postpartum psychosis, which she described as "pink flags."
Mom describes battling postpartum psychosis
Kriti Lodha opened up about her battle with postpartum psychosis back in 2020, describing "a perfect storm of sleep deprivation, being a new mom, a traumatic birth experience," which she believes may have triggered it. "I didn't know, frankly, if I would ever come out of it," Lodha told Norah O'Donnell on "Healthful."