
What is an MQ-9 Reaper drone?
The MQ-9 Reaper drone is a remotely operated aircraft used by the U.S. military overseas that has also been adapted for other purposes inside America's borders.
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The MQ-9 Reaper drone is a remotely operated aircraft used by the U.S. military overseas that has also been adapted for other purposes inside America's borders.
The one-time use unmanned aerial vehicle is a powerful weapon that can dive bomb its targets, such as tanks and artillery nests, at a range of up to 30 miles – and is being supplied by the hundreds to Ukraine for use against Russian forces.
Drone footage shows the streets of Shanghai deserted as millions of people in China’s biggest city remained locked down amid rising COVID-19 cases.
Five hundred drones flew in formation of Ukrainian flags and peace messages in South Korea last Saturday as a show of solidarity with Ukraine.
Drones made by Turkey have been used by Ukraine with lethal effectiveness vs. Russia. But it wasn't clear whether that model is among the drones the U.S. will be providing.
Shoppers who live within a 50 mile radius of Walmart Headquarters in Arkansas can now get items dropped off by drone. The retail giant is teaming up with the drone delivery company Zipline to parachute packages of goods to shoppers. Errol Barnett has the details.
Millions of acres of U.S. forestland go up in smoke every year due to wildfires, in some cases leaving nature struggling to regenerate. CBS News' Anthony Pura shows us how drones are now being used to restore those areas.
The U.S. has offered to pay the families of ten civilians, seven of them children, killed in a botched drone strike during the Afghanistan withdrawal. Imtiaz Tyab with more on the issue.
Public health and safety groups – and even amateur drone enthusiasts – are using the technology to monitor public spaces and enforce social distancing rules
All over the world, public health and safety groups are turning to drones to help slow the spread of the coronavirus. Officials are using them to monitor spaces and enforce social distancing rules. A recent study found that in the U.S., nearly 1,600 agencies now have drones. Errol Barnett reports on the privacy concerns that come with using the technology.
Singles are finding ways to make an emotional connection despite coronavirus restrictions discouraging people from meeting in person. One New York City couple managed to communicate via everything from drone to protective bubble after spotting each other on their respective roof and balcony. Meanwhile, dating apps are pushing others to video chat. Jamie Yuccas reports on the dating scene's transformation amid the pandemic.
"This is the best tool that we've gotten since the fire hose"
Mark Phillips got a first-hand look at the search for a U.S. aircraft carrier lost for almost 77 years. The research vessel Petrel is searching for the USS Hornet, the aircraft carrier launched in 1942's famous Doolittle bombing raid on Tokyo.
The drone delivery covered almost 25 miles of rainforests and rugged mountainous terrain
For the first time, the U.N. says a drone was used to get potentially life-saving vaccines to women and children in the remote South Pacific island nation of Vanuatu. CBS News' Teri Okita joins CBSN with details.
The use of armed drones in the Middle East has grown significantly in the past few years, according to a new report
President Trump signed a directive intended to increase the number and complexity of drone flights
In Zanzibar, an innovative mapping initiative is using new technology to help policy makers fight the effects of rising sea levels
Some 6 billion trees are lost every year -- more than human hands can replant. A former NASA engineer has technology to solve the problem.
Drone operators from across the country arrived in southeast Texas to assist first responders in spotting downed power lines, damaged roofs and even pets. Tony Dokoupil reports.
"I just figured, why not capitalize? Why not put your advertising, put your content on the drone itself?"
British Airline Pilots Association warning of looming catastrophe unless drones are subject to tougher regulation
New video shows the successful test of Facebook's massive drone that has a wing span of a Boeing 737. It was able to land on its own near Yuma, Arizona, after flying for an hour and 46 minutes. Facebook plans to use a fleet of drones powered by sunlight to bring internet to remote parts of the planet.
A sophisticated and expensive piece of military equipment crashed on Wednesday in Southern California. The unmanned drone, with a $220-million price tag, went down during a routine flight. CBS Sacramento's Drew Bollea has the story.
The U.S. military says it shot down an Iranian drone in Syria. In a statement, U.S. forces said the drone was shot down after it displayed "hostile intent." CBS News national security correspondent David Martin has the latest.
The blast took place during a regular service in a university gymnasium in Marawi, the country's largest Muslim city.
The attack took place close to the Eiffel Tower during a busy weekend night and came with the country on its highest alert against the background of the Israel-Hamas war.
Quinto Inuma Alvarado was shot three times in the back and once in the head, his son said.
Nicaraguan police say they want to arrest the director of the Miss Nicaragua pageant, accusing her of intentionally rigging contests so that anti-government beauty queens would win the pageants as part of a plot to overthrow the government.
Israel pounded targets in the southern Gaza Strip, intensifying a renewed offensive after a weeklong truce with Hamas and giving rise to renewed concerns about civilian casualties.
The city of Bologna is building a protective fence around the iconic Garisenda Tower in case it collapses.
"At 70 years when I'm considered weak, unable to get pregnant and deliver, or look after a baby, and here is a miracle of the twins," the mother said.
Beyoncé attended a star-studded premiere in London with guests such as Taylor Swift, who debuted her own concert film earlier this year and received support from Beyoncé.
Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy says a lack of necessary weapons from allies is partly to blame for the slow progress in his country's counteroffensive against Russia.
Both GOP presidential candidates held dueling rallies in Iowa Saturday, as Trump tries to pivot to the general election.
Heidi Firkus called 911 to report a burglar breaking into her home. Her husband later told police his gun fired while he struggled with the intruder, but something in Nick Firkus' story struck police as odd.
For the first time, the Goodyear Blimp is providing aerial coverage of a major professional pickleball tournament.
The U.S. Navy plans to use inflatable cylinders to lift and roll a jet plane off a coral reef in Hawaii.
The jury ruled last week that the egg producers used various means to limit the domestic supply of eggs to increase the price of products during the 2000s.
General Motors projects subscription fees to bring in as much as $25 billion a year by 2030.
Retail giant joins other big advertisers that are distancing themselves from X following Musk's support for an antisemitic post.
Mortgage rates recently hit their highest levels in more than two decades, pricing many out of the market. Here's what to expect in 2024.
Cantaloupes contaminated with the bacteria have been linked to more than 100 illnesses and two deaths, health officials said.
Ordered something online you want to return? Some retailers say, "Keep it," and they'll still give you your money back.
Both GOP presidential candidates held dueling rallies in Iowa Saturday, as Trump tries to pivot to the general election.
Other labor organizations have shared their support for a cease-fire in the war-torn region.
The former New Jersey governor fell short of the minimum 2,000 signatures needed from Maine voters to qualify for the state's Republican presidential primary.
The House has voted to expel Santos. That triggers a special election to replace him in New York's 3rd Congressional District.
The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a lower court ruling and ordered Texas to stop any work on the roughly 1,000-foot barrier.
Cases of other respiratory illnesses, including flu and RSV, are also on the rise.
What to know about the pneumonia cases affecting children in the U.S., as well as expert advice on how to protect kids from respiratory illnesses.
A federal court had ordered the company to pause making and selling its products.
The end of the year is approaching, which means it's time to think about what's left in your Flexible Spending Account, or FSA, before you lose it. Here's what you can spend the balance on.
For most of her life, CBS News Philadelphia anchor Aziza Shuler hid her battle with alopecia. Recently, the weekend anchor opened up about her experience with the condition, and is sharing her story with CBS News' David Begnaud.
The blast took place during a regular service in a university gymnasium in Marawi, the country's largest Muslim city.
The attack took place close to the Eiffel Tower during a busy weekend night and came with the country on its highest alert against the background of the Israel-Hamas war.
Quinto Inuma Alvarado was shot three times in the back and once in the head, his son said.
Nicaraguan police say they want to arrest the director of the Miss Nicaragua pageant, accusing her of intentionally rigging contests so that anti-government beauty queens would win the pageants as part of a plot to overthrow the government.
Israel pounded targets in the southern Gaza Strip, intensifying a renewed offensive after a weeklong truce with Hamas and giving rise to renewed concerns about civilian casualties.
After five decades, the iconic rock band KISS on Saturday night are performing what they are calling their final concert ever. The sold-out show is taking place at New York City's Madison Square Garden.
In 1969 a rose-embroidered, rhinestone-accented suit owned by Chris Ethridge, of The Flying Burrito Brothers, was stolen from a station wagon; after more than 50 years, Ethridge's daughter found it for sale at auction.
Veteran indie rockband Beach Fossils was formed 15 years ago in Brooklyn by frontman Dustin Payseaur. They've earned a loyal fanbase and recently toured with Post Malone before heading out on their own, ongoing headline tour. From their latest album "Bunny," here's Beach Fossils with "Run to the Moon."
Veteran indie rockband Beach Fossils was formed 15 years ago in Brooklyn by frontman Dustin Payseaur. They've earned a loyal fanbase and recently toured with Post Malone before heading out on their own, ongoing headline tour. From their latest album "Bunny," here's Beach Fossils with "Sleeping On My Own."
Veteran indie rockband Beach Fossils was formed 15 years ago in Brooklyn by frontman Dustin Payseaur. They've earned a loyal fanbase and recently toured with Post Malone before heading out on their own, ongoing headline tour. From their latest album "Bunny," here's Beach Fossils with "Don't Fade Away."
Automakers, including General Motors, Ford and BMW, are charging drivers subscription fees to use certain state-of-the-art features, such as remote locking and hands-free cruise control. Carter Evans has details.
Amazon has introduced a new chatbot powered by artificial intelligence, called Amazon Q. The AI assistant is focused on assisting businesses, not consumers. Jason Hinder, editor-in-chief for ZDNET, joined CBS News to discuss the new chatbot.
What happens when a legacy media outlet turns to artificial intelligence? Seth Lewis, professor and director of journalism at the University of Oregon, joins CBS News to dig into the recent reporting about Sports Illustrated and AI — and what it reveals about the future of news.
A major ransomware attack affected 30 hospitals and more than 200 health care sites across six states. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga looks at what happened to some patients.
The billionaire owner of X took a defensive tone, saying that "the whole world will know that those advertisers killed the company."
Phasing out fossil fuels has been a heated debate at the U.N. Climate Change Conference, known as COP28, in Dubai, and many climate activists fear the process has been compromised by being held in the oil rich United Arab Emirates. The Biden administration has touted record levels of federal funding for clean energy projects, but the U.S. is also producing record amounts of crude oil. Ben Tracy reports.
The U.S. will participate in the United Arab Emirates' declaration to promote sustainable agriculture, Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced at the COP28 climate summit in Dubai. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff joins to unpack the overarching goals of the conference.
The Wildlife Conservation Society believes preserving nature can help solve the problems associated with climate change. Monica Medina, president and CEO of the Wildlife Conservation Society, joined CBS News to talk about her organization's goals at the COP28 climate summit in Dubai.
The United Nations Climate Change Conference, known as COP28, kicked off Thursday in Dubai, and delegates already agreed to a major deal. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more.
World leaders working to combat climate change kicked off the annual COP28 climate summit Thursday by adopting a loss and damage fund for natural disasters. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more.
Heidi Firkus called 911 to report a burglar breaking into her home. Her husband later told police his gun fired while he struggled with the intruder, but something in Nick Firkus' story struck police as odd.
A man identified as a suspect in the killings of three Los Angeles homeless men as they slept this week was already in custody in connection with another murder that occurred in nearby San Dimas, police said Saturday.
The shootings came on the same day Los Angeles officials announced they believed a serial killer was responsible for the killings of three homeless men in their city.
For over a decade, investigators worked to piece together the 2010 murder of Heidi Firkus, who, according to her husband Nick Firkus, was shot and killed in a burglary at the couple's Saint Paul, Minnesota, home.
This comes after Los Angeles officials reported Friday that they are seeking a suspected serial killer in the murders of three homeless people this week.
NASA is facing challenges with SpaceX's moon lander and the new Axiom spacesuits for moonwalkers.
Astronomers have discovered six planets orbiting a bright, nearby star in perfect synchrony like a grand cosmic orchestra.
Scientists have discovered a six-planet solar system in the Milky Way that astronomers say has been untouched by outside forces since its birth billions of years ago. The six planets orbit a star "perfectly" in sync. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to talk about the discovery.
NASA revealed multiple new panoramic images of clouds and dust in Mars' skies, as well as one of its tiny two moons, taken last May.
North Korea attempted to launch a surveillance satellite into orbit two other times this year without success.
Matthew Trussler was found dead at the home he shared with his fiancée Melissa Turner. See the evidence that led to authorities piecing together his death.
Marlene Warren answered the door to her Wellington, FL, home and was fatally gunned down by a mysterious clown. Despite eyewitnesses, circumstantial evidence, and the identification a suspect early on, it would take more than 30 years for her killer to face justice.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Illinois mom wrote, "If something ever happens to me, please make sure the number one person of interest is Tim." Take a look at the evidence that led to Tim Bliefnick's arrest.
Inside South Carolina's "trial of the century" — how investigators built their case
A frantic 911 call captures the sound of a gunshot as a couple reports a break-in. How did the intruder disappear? "48 Hours" contributor Jamie Yuccas reports.
Former President Donald Trump and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, both of whom are vying for the Republican presidential nomination, were holding campaign rallies in Iowa Saturday.
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Weekend News" with Adriana Diaz.
By the dozens, congressional members are announcing their exits at the end of this term. There is growing concern that Congress, which flirted twice this year with a federal government shutdown, is about to lose more of its dealmakers. Scott MacFarlane explains.
Phasing out fossil fuels has been a heated debate at the U.N. Climate Change Conference, known as COP28, in Dubai, and many climate activists fear the process has been compromised by being held in the oil rich United Arab Emirates. The Biden administration has touted record levels of federal funding for clean energy projects, but the U.S. is also producing record amounts of crude oil. Ben Tracy reports.