Accidental discovery could be energy breakthrough
An experiment that turned carbon dioxide into ethanol could have major implications for the electric grid of the future
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Powering the Future: Recharging the Military
The Army Research Lab is using energy-efficient methods to lighten the load for soldiers who on average carry on the battlefield between 19 and 30 lbs. of batteries
What will fuel the next thousand years?
Scientists believe that energy created from nuclear fusion is not only inevitable, but is the best option for fueling the future
Powering the Future: New York City's taxi of the future
Six electric cabs introduced in pilot program to see how they can operate in one of world's busiest cities
New York City's greenest taxi
CBSNews.com's Jessica Hartogs hitched a ride in a 100 percent electric taxi
Powering the Future: Small city has big solar goals
With help from the Mojave Desert sun, Lancaster, Calif. plans to become the solar power capital of the world
Small town's mission to become solar capital of the world
The U.S. now has more than 8,500 megawatts of solar electric capacity -- that's enough to keep the lights on in more than 1.3 million homes
Powering the Future: Inside the quest for a better battery
CBSNews.com gets up-close look at the lab tasked with developing batteries that last longer, cost less
The quest for a better battery
Jeff Chamberlain takes CBSNews.com inside the laboratories of the nation's battery hub. Alexander Trowbridge reports.
Power from wind or waves: Why pick?
New hybrid turbine system set for testing in Japan designed to capture the power of both the wind and the sea simultaneously
Underwater turbines harness river power
Verdant Power is trying to turn the current in New York City's East River into energy -- without hurting the fish
Using NYC's East River to power the future
Verdant Power has ambitious plans to use the strong currents of New York City's East River to one day power homes and businesses
Behind the wheel of a hydrogen fuel cell car
Could hydrogen fuel cell cars dominate tomorrow's roads? CBSNews.com tries one out.
Powering the Future: Running on hydrogen
CBSNews.com gets behind the wheel of a hydrogen fuel cell car, a potential prototype of a part of clean travel to come
Powering the Future: The next big thing in batteries
CBSNews.com asked the experts at Argonne National Laboratory what lies ahead
Powering the future: The benefits of battery recycling
From keeping toxins out of the environment to protecting your skin from the sun, recycling efforts yield a range of positives
Recycled batteries are in our food
Materials from recycled batteries end up in things we put on our bodies and even in our breakfast
Jeffrey Chamberlain on liquid battery possibilities
Argonne expert discusses flowable batteries
Christopher Johnson: Future of batteries is in air, liquids or both
Chris Johnson talks hybrid liquid-air batteries
Michael Thackeray on batteries after lithium ion
Argonne expert discusses batteries after lithium ion
Powering the Future: What's next for batteries?
Battery experts at Argonne National Laboratory discuss the future of energy storage
Powering the future: Kick a ball, switch on a light
25-year-old American invents soccer ball that can power light for three hours after being played with for 30 minutes
Free phone charging stations pop up in NYC
A pilot program launched by AT&T, Brooklyn-based firm Prensa and Goal Zero provides New Yorkers with a low cell phone battery a place to charge
Battery aims to take stress off power grid during heat wave
Eos Energy Corp is building a battery that company President Steve Hellman says will relieve the grid during times of peak demand - and help save consumers money
Solar-powered mobile health clinic reaches patients in West Bank
A mobile medical clinic powered by solar energy is delivering health care to Palestinian residents living in area C of the West Bank
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Why you should update your iPhone software today
New mobile platform has privacy controls to limit how advertisers and companies like Facebook can track you online.
Property is a pandemic obsession — especially in smaller cities
Americans are buying homes in cities like Austin, Texas and Boise, Idaho as they seek more space amid still-low interest rates.
Teacher raised $41K to help others. He now owes $16K to IRS
Situation highlights pitfalls of fundraising through online services like Facebook rather than an IRS-approved charity.
Parler is relaunching on the App Store next week
Apple says the social networking site's updated content moderation policy is now compliant.
Roblox moves to address sexual content on gaming platform
Gaming service popular with kids and teens has struggled to keep sexually explicit material off its platform.
Historic backup at Port of Oakland could be bad news for consumers
Pandemic-related backup stretches up and down the West Coast and likely means more time will be needed to get the goods from the ships to stores and homes.
Moderna plans to have third vaccine booster shot ready by fall
A booster shot could provide extra protection against COVID-19 variants, according to drugmakers.
Amazon threatened layoffs during union drive, labor group says
Union that led failed campaign to organize Amazon warehouse workers claims company used "blatantly illegal conduct."
After child's death, feds warn against using Peloton treadmill
Consumer Product Safety Commission cites a fatality and 38 other cases of kids and a pet injured by exercise equipment.
Amazon buying Atlas 5 rockets to launch its internet satellites
Amazon's Kuiper system of internet relay satellites will compete with OneWeb and SpaceX's Starlink program.
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.
GameStop CEO to exit as video game retailer pivots to digital
Chewy founder Ryan Cohen, a major investor in GameStop, is pushing the old-school game store to reinvent itself.
J&J faces more scrutiny for CEO's $30 million payday
Drugmaker called out for giving Alex Gorsky a 14% raise as it was paying billions for its role in the opioid epidemic.
Poll: Eye on Earth — can fighting climate change be good economics?
Americans weigh in on whether fighting climate change helps or hurts the economy.
What's behind the push for a fourth stimulus check
As the IRS distributes the $1,400 stimulus payments, some lawmakers say the money won't last three months.
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Russia restricts airspace near Ukraine amid wargames in the Black Sea
Moscow unilaterally declares parts of the Black Sea, and the airspace above it, no-go zones as EU says Putin has put 100,000 troops in Crimea and along Ukraine's border.
Table Mountain wildfire burns historic University of Cape Town library
Firefighters were battling "extreme circumstances" for a 3rd day to put out the blaze on the slopes of the iconic South African mountain.
Longtime president of Chad killed battling rebels, military says
Death of President Idriss Deby Itno, who ruled the African nation for more than 3 decades, came just hours after he was granted a new 6-year term.
12 European soccer clubs announce new breakaway Super League
UEFA warned clubs that joining the "cynical project" based on self-interest would see them banned from playing in any other competition — domestic, European or global.
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.
U.S.
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Biden calls George Floyd's family ahead of verdict in Chauvin trial
Press secretary Jen Psaki said the president called Floyd's family to "check in" and "share that the family was in his prayers."
FedEx gunman visited white supremacist websites
When his mother called police, worried about his behavior after purchasing a gun, Hole told them he didn't want anyone to see what was on his computer.
Meet the world's first vegan, carbon-neutral pro sports team
The Forest Green Rovers' uniforms are made out of bamboo. Next year's uniforms will be made out of used coffee grounds.
Florida signs "anti-rioting, pro-law enforcement" bill into law
Opponents call the bill racist, saying that it seeks to fix a problem that doesn't actually exist in Florida.
Grizzly bear kills guide outside Yellowstone National Park
The 420-pound bear was later shot and killed when it charged wildlife workers investigating the attack.
Politics
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Biden calls George Floyd's family ahead of verdict in Chauvin trial
Press secretary Jen Psaki said the president called Floyd's family to "check in" and "share that the family was in his prayers."
U.S. ambassador to Russia returning to Washington for "consultations"
Sullivan's return to Washington comes after President Biden announced sweeping sanctions against Russia for election interference and the SolarWinds hack.
Green New Deal set to be reintroduced by Markey and Ocasio-Cortez
The last iteration of the joint resolution was a climate protection wish list for progressives and became a prime point of attack for conservatives.
Parler is relaunching on the App Store next week
Apple says the social networking site's updated content moderation policy is now compliant.
All U.S. adults now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine
States easily met President Biden's April 19 deadline for expanding eligibility.
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12 European soccer clubs announce new breakaway Super League
UEFA warned clubs that joining the "cynical project" based on self-interest would see them banned from playing in any other competition — domestic, European or global.
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Top basketball recruit Chet Holmgren heading to Gonzaga Bulldogs
The 7-foot, 190-pound center is also considered a favorite to be the first overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft.
Best movies streaming right now on Netflix
Looking for something fresh to watch? These are the top films available on the streaming platform.
"Real World" star says a lot has changed in 30 years, but this hasn't
"Our show was Rodney King, L.A. riots, rebellion — our show now, we literally had the insurrection of January 6 and we have this Derek Chauvin trial happening," Kevin Powell said Monday on CBSN.
Technology
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Parler is relaunching on the App Store next week
Apple says the social networking site's updated content moderation policy is now compliant.
Roblox moves to address sexual content on gaming platform
Gaming service popular with kids and teens has struggled to keep sexually explicit material off its platform.
Why you should update your iPhone software today
New mobile platform has privacy controls to limit how advertisers and companies like Facebook can track you online.
Amazon threatened layoffs during union drive, labor group says
Union that led failed campaign to organize Amazon warehouse workers claims company used "blatantly illegal conduct."
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.
Science
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All U.S. adults now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine
States easily met President Biden's April 19 deadline for expanding eligibility.
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.
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.
Tyrannosaurs may have been social carnivores, not loner predators
Discovery in Utah of third mass grave site of the ferocious creatures may lend credence to the theory, but not all researchers agree.
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The DEA is taking back meds to save lives
The Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day invites folks from across the country to clean out their medicine cabinets to safely and anonymously turn in unwanted prescription drugs. The next Take Back Day is April 24, 2021, from 10am - 2pm.
All U.S. adults now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine
States easily met President Biden's April 19 deadline for expanding eligibility.
You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
Moderna plans to have third vaccine booster shot ready by fall
A booster shot could provide extra protection against COVID-19 variants, according to drugmakers.
After child's death, feds warn against using Peloton treadmill
Consumer Product Safety Commission cites a fatality and 38 other cases of kids and a pet injured by exercise equipment.
MoneyWatch
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Why you should update your iPhone software today
New mobile platform has privacy controls to limit how advertisers and companies like Facebook can track you online.
Property is a pandemic obsession — especially in smaller cities
Americans are buying homes in cities like Austin, Texas and Boise, Idaho as they seek more space amid still-low interest rates.
Teacher raised $41K to help others. He now owes $16K to IRS
Situation highlights pitfalls of fundraising through online services like Facebook rather than an IRS-approved charity.
Parler is relaunching on the App Store next week
Apple says the social networking site's updated content moderation policy is now compliant.
Roblox moves to address sexual content on gaming platform
Gaming service popular with kids and teens has struggled to keep sexually explicit material off its platform.
Crime
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Florida signs "anti-rioting, pro-law enforcement" bill into law
Opponents call the bill racist, saying that it seeks to fix a problem that doesn't actually exist in Florida.
FedEx shooting puts spotlight on "red flag" laws
The order would have forced Brandon Scott Hole to appear before a judge to determine if he should be allowed to possess firearms.
Cities brace for violence as Derek Chauvin verdict looms
Minneapolis and other cities across the country are increasing security as the jury deliberates.
Nevada killer seeks firing squad over lethal injection
Zane Michael Floyd says it would be more humane. His lawyers say it's not a delaying tactic. He shot four people to death in 1999.
Jury begins deliberations in Derek Chauvin trial
Closing arguments were held Monday in the trial of the ex-cop charged in the death of George Floyd.
Space
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Amazon buying Atlas 5 rockets to launch its internet satellites
Amazon's Kuiper system of internet relay satellites will compete with OneWeb and SpaceX's Starlink program.
NASA's Ingenuity helicopter makes maiden flight on Mars
Ingenuity became the first aircraft to fly on another planet.
New study challenges laws of physics
A recent scientific experiment could impact our understanding about the laws of physics. It found evidence from the behavior of an atomic particle that points to undiscovered forces in the universe that may have played a critical part in its creation and expansion. Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, author of the new book "Cosmic Queries: StarTalk's Guide to Who We Are, How We Got Here, and Where We're Going," joins CBSN AM to talk about the discovery.
Life aboard the International Space Station
One of the most out-of-this-world travel destinations is 250 miles above the Earth, where scientific studies include the effects of long-term exposure to weightlessness, and the feasibility of extended travel into deep space.
NASA astronaut returns safely to Earth after six months in space
Astronaut Kate Rubins arrived in a parachute landing southeast of the town Dzhezkazgan, Kazakhstan.
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Murder map: Deadliest U.S. cities
You might be surprised by the murder rates in major cities across the U.S.
Locked up for half his life, Crosley Green tastes freedom
A federal judge says Crosley Green was wrongfully convicted of murder. "48 Hours" spends the first hours of freedom with the Florida man.
Prince Philip through the years
Prince Philip, who died at age 99, was the patriarch of the British royal family.
Inside the night that led to Kat West's mysterious death
Authorities who investigated the death of the 42-year-old stay-at-home mom retraced not only the night of her death, but also her online life.
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Asia's coal usage challenges climate efforts
The White House is hosting a summit this week with global leaders to address carbon emission reduction. Foreign correspondent Lucy Craft reports for CBSN on the key role of coal-dependent countries such as China and Japan in the climate change fight.
The DEA is taking back meds to save lives
The Drug Enforcement Administration's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day invites folks from across the country to clean out their medicine cabinets to safely and anonymously turn in unwanted prescription drugs. The next Take Back Day is April 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Does the Supreme Court Need Reform?
This CBSN Originals documentary in the "Speaking Frankly" series examines growing calls to overhaul the Supreme Court.
Book explores Nancy Pelosi's political career
"Madam Speaker: Nancy Pelosi and the Lessons of Power" is a new biography that goes inside some of the biggest political moments of the past several years. Author and USA Today Washington bureau chief Susan Page spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about what she learned and some of the most surprising moments from her interviews with the House Speaker.
The Student Debt Dilemma
This CBSN Originals documentary in the "Speaking Frankly" series delves into the growing demands to cancel student debt.