Mars rover reaches fertile terrain in search for clues about past life
The rover is collecting samples rich in the raw materials of life, but laboratory analysis on Earth will be needed to draw conclusions.
Perseverance Mars Rover
How NASA flew a drone on Mars
This year, NASA's "Ingenuity" aircraft made history when it became the first drone to take-off, fly, and land in the atmosphere of another planet.
NASA begins search for ancient life on Mars
Anderson Cooper reports on the nerve-wracking Mars landing of the rover Perseverance, the painstaking process of launching the tiny helicopter Ingenuity, and the extraordinary images the two have already sent back to Earth.
Wreckage on Mars captured by NASA's Ingenuity helicopter
NASA's tiny but mighty helicopter has beamed back incredible images detailing the wreckage from its intense landing on the red planet.
NASA confirms rover got its first-ever rock sample from Mars
The rover "captured, sealed, and stored the first core sample ever drilled on another planet, in a quest to return samples to Earth," NASA said.
Mars rover apparently retrieves first rock sample for return to Earth
The Perseverance rover's chief engineer called it a perfect core sample.
How NASA flew a drone on Mars
This year, NASA's "Ingenuity" aircraft made history when it became the first drone to take-off, fly, and land in the atmosphere of another planet.
NASA begins search for ancient life on Mars
Anderson Cooper reports on the nerve-wracking Mars landing of the rover Perseverance, the painstaking process of launching the tiny helicopter Ingenuity, and the extraordinary images the two have already sent back to Earth.
How NASA flew a drone on Mars
Last month, NASA's "Ingenuity" aircraft made history when it became the first drone to take-off, fly, and land in the atmosphere of another planet.
NASA begins search for ancient life on Mars
Anderson Cooper reports on the nerve-wracking Mars landing of the rover Perseverance, the painstaking process of launching the tiny helicopter Ingenuity, and the extraordinary images the two have already sent back to Earth.
Mars helicopter fails to take off on fourth test flight
A similar problem cropped up earlier during testing and another flight attempt is planned.
Software fix planned for Mars helicopter
A new date for the helicopter's maiden flight will be set after updated software is tested.
NASA's Ingenuity mini-helicopter survives first night alone on Mars
Craft is slated to attempt historic flight in coming days. Red Planet's nighttime temperatures can plunge as low as minus-130 degrees.
NASA reveals more hidden Easter eggs aboard Mars rover
On Easter Sunday, NASA announced two more Easter eggs hidden onboard everyone's favorite rover.
Mars rover beams back dramatic selfie at majestic "Mont Mercou"
Curiosity also collected samples from the area that could help reveal how Mars transitioned from a potentially habitable planet billions of years ago to the frozen desert it is today.
NASA reveals first sounds of Perseverance rover driving on Mars
Perseverance has beamed back the first ever audio recordings of a rover driving across the Martian surface.
She came to the U.S. with $300. Now she's part of NASA's Mars mission.
Much like the name of the rover, Diana Trujillo persevered.
Mars rover beams back spectacular panorama
The rover's high-power Mastcam-Z dual camera instrument provides astonishingly detailed images of the red planet.
NASA Mars rover's parachute contained a secret message
Eagle-eyed space enthusiasts spotted a hidden message in binary code within the pattern of the rover's parachute.
NASA rover sends video and audio from Mars
NASA's Perseverance rover has sent back video of its descent and landing on Mars, as well as audio recorded on the red planet. CBSN's Tanya Rivero has details.
Mars rover captures first sounds recorded on another planet
"Percy" has captured the whirring sounds of Martian wind on the surface of the red planet for the very first time.
NASA releases extraordinary video of Mars landing
Engineers say the Perseverance rover is healthy and moving swiftly through initial checkout.
Mars rover beams back dramatic landing selfie
Engineers say the rover is healthy and operating normally after its hair-raising descent to the surface.
NASA reveals first two photos of Mars taken by Perseverance
"Hello, world. My first look at my forever home," the rover tweeted upon arrival.
Perseverance rover successfully lands on Mars
NASA's Perseverance rover landed successfully on Mars and has already started sending back photos to Earth. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans spoke to members of the NASA crew in charge of the mission who are hopeful the rover will find evidence of ancient life on Mars.
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Livestream captures images of Mars
In a first of its kind event, the European Space Agency on Friday livestreamed images of Mars in what it called an opportunity "to get as close as it's currently possible" to the Red Planet.
A strawberry moon will take the night sky this weekend. Here's how to see it.
Around the world, people can catch a sweet treat in the night sky this weekend.
For first time ever, a near livestream of Mars
Up until Friday, all images seen of the planet were technically of its past.
Boeing again delays first piloted test flight of Starliner crew ferry ship
A new launch target was not announced, but Boeing officials said a flight this year is still feasible. In theory.
Webb telescope discovers traces of water in atmosphere of exoplanet
Scientists first made a brightness map of the exoplanet, then a temperature map of the atmosphere.
NASA holds first public meeting on UFOs
NASA says it's received more than 800 reports of unidentified flying objects from around the world over the past 27 years, but only about 2-5% of them are actually mysteries. For the very first time, the space agency's team investigating UFOs held a public meeting, revealing the research it's doing to understand the unexplained objects. Nate Burleson reports.
What NASA's UFO hearing revealed
NASA on Wednesday held its first public meeting looking into UFOs -- known now as UAPs, or unidentified anomalous phenomena. A panel of experts came together to try and explain the mysterious sightings. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood explains what investigators have discovered so far.
Webb telescope detects 6,000-mile plume blasting from Saturn's moon
Scientists say the plume may feed Saturn's water system at large, and studying it could provide key insights into potential life beyond Earth.
NASA UFO group stresses need for better data in first public meeting
The 16-member independent study group is set to release a report detailing the findings of its investigation later this summer.
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Art museum in Chicago gives veterans a place to heal
The National Veterans' Art Museum offers a space for those who served to share their stories, talent and trauma.
Lifeguard shortage may force half of public pools to close or limit hours
A shortage of lifeguards is threatening all kinds of summer fun.
Suspect captured in fatal shooting of West Virginia officer
The shooting happened in the same county where a sheriff was shot to death in 2013.
Trump lawyers told DOJ they couldn't find classified doc discussed in audio
The recording — from a July 2021 meeting at Trump's golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey — is a crucial piece of evidence that prosecutors obtained in recent months.
76-year-old celebrates self-love by marrying herself: "It's all a bed of roses"
The dress was white, but everything else about Dottie Fideli's wedding was far from traditional.
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AI eliminated nearly 4,000 jobs last month, report says
A report of U.S. job cuts showed roughly 5% of job losses in May were due to AI technology.
Another major insurer is halting new policy sales in California
Allstate and others say thousands of natural disasters in recent years have made the state too expensive to cover.
Judge bans AI-generated filings — unless they get human oversight
AI has a place in the profession, but is currently limited in its capabilities, a Texas judge said.
Netflix shareholders vote to reject executives' pay packages
The symbolic vote on executives' multi-million dollar pay packages comes amid an ongoing writer's strike.
Ford recalls over 140,000 Lincoln MKCs because of potential fire risk
The automaker has advised consumers of certain models of the luxury SUV to park their vehicles outside and "away from structures."
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Trump lawyers told DOJ they couldn't find classified doc discussed in audio
The recording — from a July 2021 meeting at Trump's golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey — is a crucial piece of evidence that prosecutors obtained in recent months.
RNC sets first GOP primary debate for Aug. 23
The Republican National Committee also set the rules for the first GOP primary debate of the 2024 presidential cycle.
VP Harris to be a "leading voice" on gun violence heading into 2024
The Biden-Harris campaign plans to make addressing gun violence a key focus of President Biden's reelection effort.
CIA chief secretly met with Chinese counterpart in Beijing last month
CIA Director William Burns traveled secretly to Beijing last month, becoming the most senior U.S. official to visit China since the U.S. shot down a Chinese surveillance balloon.
Who voted against the debt ceiling bill, and who voted for it?
It sailed through the House by a vote of 314 to 117 on Wednesday, and cleared the Senate one day later by a vote of 63 to 36.
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Makers of toxic "forever chemicals" lied about safety, study claims
Companies hid evidence of PFAS' link to dead dogs, enlarged livers and birth defects, according to researchers.
Sweden close to becoming first "smoke free" country in Europe
Sweden, which has the lowest rate of smoking in the Europe Union, is close to declaring itself "smoke free."
Winter saw "large spike" in very rare pediatric brain infections, CDC reports
At least 102 were hospitalized in December, nearly double an earlier peak.
Canada is putting warning labels on each cigarette: "Poison in every puff"
The warnings - in English and French - include "poison in every puff," "tobacco smoke harms children" and "cigarettes cause impotence."
Fewer babies born in 2022, and teen births decline, CDC reports
The decline in births is "a very small difference" from the year before.
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3 Israeli soldiers killed in gun battle at Egyptian border
It was the first deadly exchange of fire along the Israel-Egypt border in over a decade.
No more survivors located after train derailment in India kills over 280
Scores of bodies, covered by white sheets, lay on the ground near the tracks as locals and rescuers raced to help survivors.
At least 288 killed, 850 injured in India train derailment
Images broadcast on local stations showed smashed train compartments torn open with blood-stained holes of twisted metal, and scores of passengers lying beside the tracks.
CIA chief secretly met with Chinese counterpart in Beijing last month
CIA Director William Burns traveled secretly to Beijing last month, becoming the most senior U.S. official to visit China since the U.S. shot down a Chinese surveillance balloon.
A strawberry moon will take the night sky this weekend. Here's how to see it.
Around the world, people can catch a sweet treat in the night sky this weekend.
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The Heavy performs "I Feel the Love"
British band "The Heavy" is known for their unique blend of blues, gospel and soul music. Their work has been featured in countless TV shows, movies and video games, and now they're out with their sixth studio album. Here is The Heavy with "I Feel the Love."
The Heavy performs "Hurricane Coming"
British band "The Heavy" is known for their unique blend of blues, gospel and soul music. Their work has been featured in countless TV shows, movies and video games, and now they're out with their sixth studio album. Here is The Heavy with "Hurricane Coming."
The Heavy performs "Feels Like Rain"
British band "The Heavy" is known for their unique blend of blues, gospel and soul music. Their work has been featured in countless TV shows, movies and video games, and now they're out with their sixth studio album. Here is The Heavy with "Feels Like Rain."
Jacky Oh, Wild 'N Out cast member, dead at 32
The star of the improv show and longtime partner of DC Young Fly reportedly died in Miami on Wednesday.
Padma Lakshmi to leave "Top Chef" after 17 years
Padma Lakshmi joined the popular cooking show as a host in 2006.
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What jobs are safe from AI?
Artificial intelligence will likely remake the workplace. A recent analysis from Goldman Sachs looked at the global impact, and found that AI could replace 300 million full-time jobs. Futurist Martin Ford joined CBS News to discuss the jobs he believes AI likely won't take, and what you can do if you're concerned your job may be replaced.
How to protect your home security camera from hackers
It's important to practice good "cyber hygiene" to prevent hackers, and even employees, from accessing sensitive information.
Money stored on apps like PayPal could be at risk, feds warn
Financial watchdog urges consumers who keep funds with a digital app to transfer the money to an insured bank account.
"The ChatGPT Revolution" explored in CBS doc
In a new documentary, CBS Reports explores the unleashing of artificial intelligence, a rapidly evolving technology. Entrepreneur João Santos, who created AIsthetic, an apparel company using CHatGPT as the CEO, joins CBS News.
Meta threatens news ban in California over bill to support journalism
Owner of Facebook and Instagram could bar users in the state from sharing news over bill requiring tech companies to pay news publishers.
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Multiple rare sightings of wolverine in California confirmed
In the last century, only two wolverines were spotted in California.
Phoenix limits construction amid water crisis
Arizona is limiting new construction around Phoenix as the state's water supply continues to dwindle. State officials say there isn't enough groundwater for housing construction that's already been approved. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more.
South Dakota zoo welcomes litter of "critically endangered" red wolves
A litter of six red wolf pups, a highly endangered species of which there are only about two dozen in the wild, was born at the Great Plains Zoo in South Dakota on Thursday.
Atlantic hurricane season officially begins
The Atlantic hurricane season has officially begun and forecasters are already watching some activity in the Gulf. CBS News senior weather and climate producer David Parkinson joins with a preview of the season, and national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez investigates Florida's flood insurance crisis.
Trucker detained after a "weird" potato spill on a key Denmark bridge
Officials say it "looks weird," and could have been an accident - or a protest over new environmental restrictions on diesel trucks hauling heavy loads.
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Suspect captured in fatal shooting of West Virginia officer
The shooting happened in the same county where a sheriff was shot to death in 2013.
At least 3 killed in stabbing, carjacking rampage in California cities
A man killed at least three people during a violent rampage in the Northern California cities of Milpitas and San Jose, police said.
"Dangerous" inmate on the run after escaping Missouri jail; 6 others caught
Seven inmates escaped, but most were recaptured within hours. The remaining escapee should be considered "armed and dangerous," police said.
Man arrested for aiming gun at woman's head after friend used his driveway
The driver said he pulled into the driveway to reposition his vehicle when the homeowner banged on his rear window with a gun.
Wanted woman poisons her lookalike with cheesecake to steal her identity
Viktoria Nasyrova was suspected of murder in Russia. This photo of her in sunglasses gave away her hiding place in New York.
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Livestream captures images of Mars
In a first of its kind event, the European Space Agency on Friday livestreamed images of Mars in what it called an opportunity "to get as close as it's currently possible" to the Red Planet.
A strawberry moon will take the night sky this weekend. Here's how to see it.
Around the world, people can catch a sweet treat in the night sky this weekend.
For first time ever, a near livestream of Mars
Up until Friday, all images seen of the planet were technically of its past.
Boeing again delays first piloted test flight of Starliner crew ferry ship
A new launch target was not announced, but Boeing officials said a flight this year is still feasible. In theory.
Webb telescope discovers traces of water in atmosphere of exoplanet
Scientists first made a brightness map of the exoplanet, then a temperature map of the atmosphere.
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Summer music heats up 2023
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
N.J. woman survives a home invasion, brutal stabbing by a young stranger
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
How investigators solved murder of missing Florida woman
Vero Beach Police investigators focused on cellphone tower pings and surveillance footage cameras to catch a man who murdered his former girlfriend.
Lamar Johnson's 28-year fight for freedom
Lamar Johnson was convicted of Markus Boyd's murder in 1995. He always insisted he was innocent, but it would take almost three decades for a court to agree.
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The ChatGPT Revolution | CBS Reports
The artificial intelligence revolution has arrived. AI tools such as ChatGPT offer the power to transform fields like business, art, medical research and more. But this technology also brings ethical uncertainty and peril. CBS Reports explores the unleashing of this still rapidly evolving creation and some of the possible dangers.
The Dish: Pasta
Calling all pasta lovers for a full tasting of Chef Missy Robbins' fresh pasta dishes in New York. Then we head to Italy for a classic tortellini in broth creation, and so much more.
The Heavy performs "I Feel the Love"
British band "The Heavy" is known for their unique blend of blues, gospel and soul music. Their work has been featured in countless TV shows, movies and video games, and now they're out with their sixth studio album. Here is The Heavy with "I Feel the Love."
The Heavy performs "Hurricane Coming"
British band "The Heavy" is known for their unique blend of blues, gospel and soul music. Their work has been featured in countless TV shows, movies and video games, and now they're out with their sixth studio album. Here is The Heavy with "Hurricane Coming."
Niki Segnit researches flavor combinations
Niki Segnit has spent years researching perfect flavor combinations. She released the best-selling flavor thesaurus in 2010, and her follow-up work, “The Flavor Thesaurus: More Flavors” is out this month. Charlie D’Agata visited her London kitchen for a taste.