Could genetic engineering protect us from the deadliest animal on earth?
What if we had the technology to eliminate the threat of diseases like Zika by tweaking the biology of the mosquitoes that spread it?
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Will Zika return? What pregnant women and others need to know
Three years after Zika virus first made headlines, some of its mysteries have been solved – but not all
"Our children are forgotten": Zika's devastating impact 3 years later
Children born at the height of the Zika epidemic are now 3 years old, and many questions remain about what their futures hold
1 in 7 children of Zika-infected moms have health issues, study finds
The findings come from the first long-term study of babies affected by the Zika virus in the U.S.
Zika may linger in semen for shorter time than thought
New research suggests guidelines in place for protecting against the sexual transmission of Zika virus may need to be re-evaluated
More birth defects in U.S. areas where Zika spread
New government report finds a spike in potential Zika-linked birth defects in the last half of 2016 compared with births in the first half of that year
Sexually transmitted Zika case confirmed in Miami-Dade
The individual's partner recently traveled to areas where Zika transmission could occur, Florida health officials say
Could Zika virus help battle deadly brain cancer?
The research is in the early stages, but appears promising, scientists say
Florida confirms sexually transmitted Zika case
Florida health officials confirmed the case in Pinellas County after the patient's partner apparently got infected in Cuba
Pregnant or trying? Don't let Zika guard down
While cases of the birth defect-causing virus have dropped sharply from last year's peak, Zika hasn't disappeared from the region, experts warn
Doctors keep close tabs on children of Zika-positive moms
Florida's rainy season is ramping up, and so is the threat of mosquitoes carrying the virus
Children of Zika-positive moms
Florida's rainy season is ramping up, and so is the threat of mosquitoes carrying the Zika virus. More than 5,000 people in the U.S. have reported having Zika since last year. Most people caught it overseas, but nearly all 224 locally-transmitted cases in 2016 happened in Florida. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Zika-infected mom's baby faces uncertain future
Rising temperatures, and the start of mosquito season, have the Rio Grande Valley in southern Texas worried about Zika
Zika outbreak
Spring is here and with it comes the threat of Zika, the virus spread by mosquitoes. So far this year, 18 women in the Rio Grande Valley have been infected with the virus linked to birth defects. Dr. Jon LaPook reports from Brownsville, Texas.
Zika virus can trigger epilepsy
Researchers say more defects and illnesses linked to Zika are emerging
Alarming rate of birth defects in U.S. cases of Zika
A new report confirms "indisputable evidence that Zika has a great capacity to cause birth defects, especially in the first trimester”
Genetically modified mosquito use considered in Houston
Mosquitoes that can carry Zika virus, dengue fever and chikungunya are common in the Houston region
Men in 3 Florida counties warned not to donate sperm
Health officials say sperm donations from South Florida could carry small risk of spreading Zika
Virus linked to heart trouble in some adults
For the first time, doctors have tied Zika infection to dangerous heart problems
Birth defects risk 20 times higher for Zika-infected moms
Preventing Zika infection during pregnancy is a priority, health officials say
Zika study in U.S. pregnant women tracks birth defect rate
Study finds even some women who did not have symptoms had babies with birth defects
Florida is Zika-free, but don't get too comfortable
Colder days and control efforts can tamp down Zika mosquitoes, but they can rebound even during short bouts of warmer weather
Locally transmitted Zika in Texas?
Officials in Texas have found a possible case of locally transmitted Zika in the state. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook and CBS News medical contributor Dr. Tara Narula spoke to "CBS This Morning: Saturday" about the spreading virus.
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CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook and CBS News medical contributor Dr. Tara Narula join "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss the first possible case of locally transmitted Zika in Texas, the impact of psilocybin, a hallucinogenic drug used on cancer patients dealing with anxiety and depression, and more.
Texas reports first Zika case from local mosquito bite
Texas would be the second U.S. state, after Florida, where mosquitoes have spread the virus
Health
Military suicides up as much as 20% during pandemic
Senior Army leaders say they've seen about a 30% jump in active duty suicides so far this year.
"Alarming" COVID hotspots in NYC amid battle over reopening schools
Virus' spread focused again in Orthodox Jewish communities as principals vote no-confidence in Mayor Bill de Blasio after school opening delays.
Boy's death led to detection of brain-eating amoeba in water
After Josiah McIntyre's death, heath officials conducted water sample tests and detected the brain-eating amoeba.
What we know about Amy Coney Barrett's judicial abortion record
Four years ago on the campaign trail, then-candidate Donald Trump pledged that if he were elected, only "pro-life" justices would get his nomination for a seat on the Supreme Court.
Brain-eating amoeba found in Texas city's water supply
The city of Lake Jackson first became aware of the amoeba after it infected a six-year-old boy.
Less than 10% of Americans had virus antibodies as of July, study finds
"This research clearly confirms that despite high rates of COVID-19 in the United States ... we haven't come close to achieving herd immunity," said study author Dr. Julie Parsonnet.
U.S. soars past 7 million COVID-19 cases as some states relax restrictions
"We're going to be able to host a Super Bowl in February," said Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said. "We expect to do a full Super Bowl."
Florida lifts all coronavirus restaurant restrictions statewide
"There will not be limitations," Governor Ron DeSantis said Friday.
Company to pay $60 million for deceptive pelvic mesh marketing
C.R. Bard failed to inform women of "serious and life-altering risks" related to permanent pelvic mesh devices.
Berkeley poised to ban junk food in store checkout aisles
California city may become first in U.S. to prohibit displays of unhealthy snacks for shoppers waiting to pay.
TikTok "Benadryl Challenge" prompts FDA warning on overdoses
Agency cites reports of teens hospitalized or dead from misuse of allergy medication in an attempt to get high.
Virginia governor and first lady test positive for COVID-19
He said he is asymptomatic.
Some sparkling water brands have PFAS chemicals, study finds
PFAS, sometimes called "forever" chemicals, aren't federally regulated and may have adverse health effects.
United rolling out COVID-19 testing program for passengers
The program will roll out in San Francisco for flyers bound for Hawaii.
Black physicians group to vet safety of COVID-19 vaccines
The National Medical Association says African Americans don't trust the government when it comes to deadly virus.
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Uber can operate in London again after latest court ruling
Legal victory in lucrative European market will help ride-hailing company as it struggles to turn a profit.
Judge halts Tiktok ban hours before it was set to go into effect
A more comprehensive ban remains scheduled for November, about a week after the presidential election.
Hundreds of stories of sexual assault at colleges shared on Instagram
Sexual misconduct on campuses "impacts pretty much everyone," but often goes unreported because survivors know their attackers, advocacy group says.
World's smallest Rubik's Cube on sale, with a puzzling price tag
It could make a great stocking stuffer this Christmas, if you're willing to fork out almost $2,000 on a puzzle that could easily be swept away with the tinsel.
American faces prison over bad review of resort in Thailand
Wesley Barnes, who works in Thailand, was arrested by immigration police.
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Video in Breonna Taylor case may show police policy violation
Other evidence also shows that the one shot fired by Taylor's boyfriend may not have hit an officer.
5 takeaways from the NYT report on Trump's tax returns
Report raises doubts about Trump's self-image as a successful businessman just weeks before his re-election bid.
Uber can operate in London again after latest court ruling
Legal victory in lucrative European market will help ride-hailing company as it struggles to turn a profit.
Phoenix and Mara welcome baby boy, River
During a rare interview with "60 Minutes" this year, Joaquin Phoenix and his family opened up about River's death.
Amazon announces dates for delayed Prime Day sales
For the first time, ecommerce giant will hold its popular discount shopping day in the fall.
Politics
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5 takeaways from the NYT report on Trump's tax returns
Report raises doubts about Trump's self-image as a successful businessman just weeks before his re-election bid.
Pelosi warns House could be forced to decide presidential election
In a letter to her Democratic colleagues, Pelosi underscored the need for Democrats to expand their majority in the House and win control of state House delegations.
Biden and Trump in tight race in a changing North Carolina
With more than 1.3 million new registered voters since 2016, a key swing state is up for grabs – and filling a Supreme Court seat is a motivator to likely voters
Brad Parscale hospitalized after threatening self-harm, police say
Parscale, a close ally of the Trump family, was replaced as campaign manager in July.
How to watch the first presidential debate between Trump and Biden
The debate will be moderated by "Fox News Sunday" anchor Chris Wallace.
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Phoenix and Mara welcome baby boy, River
During a rare interview with "60 Minutes" this year, Joaquin Phoenix and his family opened up about River's death.
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson endorses Joe Biden and Kamala Harris
"In this critical election, I believe Joe Biden and Kamala Harris are the best to lead our country," Johnson wrote in social media posts.
How TikTok has evolved as a social media app
An estimated 100 million people in America use the social media app TikTok for short-form dance videos and comedy routines. Vladimir Duthiers tells the story of one TikTok user who's using the platform for social change.
Mariah Carey on memoir, childhood struggles
Singer-songwriter Mariah Carey talks to Gayle King about her deeply personal memoir, her childhood struggles, motherhood, overcoming the dark times and finding success.
World's smallest Rubik's Cube on sale, with a puzzling price tag
It could make a great stocking stuffer this Christmas, if you're willing to fork out almost $2,000 on a puzzle that could easily be swept away with the tinsel.
Technology
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Amazon announces dates for delayed Prime Day sales
For the first time, ecommerce giant will hold its popular discount shopping day in the fall.
Judge halts Tiktok ban hours before it was set to go into effect
A more comprehensive ban remains scheduled for November, about a week after the presidential election.
Apple temporarily drops App Store fee for online events
Tech giant suspends its 30% charge for businesses that use the company's app platform to sell online events.
Google's owner to pay $310 million to settle misconduct claims
Ex-Google executive Andy Rubin, who had been accused of harassment, got a $90 million severance payment.
Amazon launches flying camera for the home
Technology giant also unveiled a new gaming platform, a line of entertainment products and car security gear.
Science
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First black hole ever photographed appears to be "wobbling"
Scientists were surprised to find the ring of gas surrounding the supermassive black hole appears to have moved significantly.
At least 380 whales dead in mass stranding in Australia
There are only about 30 of the long-finned pilot whales from the pod still alive, and rescuers are racing to save as many as possible.
Remnants of Tropical Storm Beta slam Texas with rain and flooding
Bayous are overflowing their banks as some areas are inundated by more than a foot of relentless rain.
A rare blue moon will light up the Halloween night sky
2020 marks the first time a Halloween full moon has been visible in all time zones since World War II.
How to watch as an asteroid zooms close to Earth this week
An asteroid is passing extremely close to Earth this week — and skywatchers have a chance to spot it.
Health
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Military suicides up as much as 20% during pandemic
Senior Army leaders say they've seen about a 30% jump in active duty suicides so far this year.
"Alarming" COVID hotspots in NYC amid battle over reopening schools
Virus' spread focused again in Orthodox Jewish communities as principals vote no-confidence in Mayor Bill de Blasio after school opening delays.
Boy's death led to detection of brain-eating amoeba in water
After Josiah McIntyre's death, heath officials conducted water sample tests and detected the brain-eating amoeba.
What we know about Amy Coney Barrett's judicial abortion record
Four years ago on the campaign trail, then-candidate Donald Trump pledged that if he were elected, only "pro-life" justices would get his nomination for a seat on the Supreme Court.
Brain-eating amoeba found in Texas city's water supply
The city of Lake Jackson first became aware of the amoeba after it infected a six-year-old boy.
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Uber can operate in London again after latest court ruling
Legal victory in lucrative European market will help ride-hailing company as it struggles to turn a profit.
Judge halts Tiktok ban hours before it was set to go into effect
A more comprehensive ban remains scheduled for November, about a week after the presidential election.
Company to pay $60 million for deceptive pelvic mesh marketing
C.R. Bard failed to inform women of "serious and life-altering risks" related to permanent pelvic mesh devices.
Apple temporarily drops App Store fee for online events
Tech giant suspends its 30% charge for businesses that use the company's app platform to sell online events.
Berkeley poised to ban junk food in store checkout aisles
California city may become first in U.S. to prohibit displays of unhealthy snacks for shoppers waiting to pay.
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Video in Breonna Taylor case may show police policy violation
Other evidence also shows that the one shot fired by Taylor's boyfriend may not have hit an officer.
Young hip-hop producer has a dark premonition on day of his murder
He sold a track to Ice Cube. His father heard Britney and Rihanna were interested. But 21-year-old hip hop producer Kevin Robert Harris II was gunned down outside his studio —and he may have seen it coming.
Joe Montana thwarts alleged kidnapping of 9-month-old grandchild
Police said Montana's wife was able to pry the child out of the alleged kidnapper's arms after a tussle between her and Montana.
A woman is impaled by a corn rake, but do her fatal injuries add up to murder?
A farmer's wife is found in a shed on their Iowa farm with a corn rake lodged in her back. The rake has just four tines – so why does she have six puncture wounds?
Breonna Taylor's mom says she "never had faith" in attorney general
Taylor's family wants the release of transcripts of the grand jury that declined to indict three officers in her death.
Space
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NASA astronaut to cast her ballot from 200 miles above Earth
"If we can do it from space, then I believe folks can do it from the ground, too," Kate Rubins said.
First black hole ever photographed appears to be "wobbling"
Scientists were surprised to find the ring of gas surrounding the supermassive black hole appears to have moved significantly.
A rare blue moon will light up the Halloween night sky
2020 marks the first time a Halloween full moon has been visible in all time zones since World War II.
How to watch as an asteroid zooms close to Earth this week
An asteroid is passing extremely close to Earth this week — and skywatchers have a chance to spot it.
Astronomers find "northern lights" surrounding Rosetta's comet
Scientists have found a glowing aurora surrounding the famous comet Chury.
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Evidence in the Amy Mullis corn rake murder case
A look inside the case against Todd Mullis, a Iowa farmer accused of killing his wife with a farm tool.
America's favorite actors in 2020, ranked
From Will Smith to Betty White to Danny DeVito, here are America's most beloved performers.
Evidence in the case against Mary Katherine Higdon
The investigation into Steven Freeman's death reveals a toxic relationship between high school sweethearts.
Cayley Mandadi death: A look at her final hours
After attending a music festival with her boyfriend in October 2017, Cayley Mandadi died from injuries she sustained that day -- but what exactly caused her death?
The highest-paid U.S. athletes in 2020, ranked
Here's the definitive list of the athletes who earn the most money in the NBA, NFL and MLB
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CBSN Originals "Socialism"
Socialism has gone mainstream in American politics, but it remains deeply controversial. For some, it seems to offer an appealing solution to the country’s woes, but for others, it evokes fearful imagery of authoritarian regimes. This CBSN Originals documentary dives into the culture war over socialism and what it means for the nation's future.
Oakland's Red Bay Coffee champions diversity
Red Bay Coffee, a black-owned coffee brand based in Oakland, California, is roasting "Beautiful Coffee to the People." Owned by Keba Konte and his wife, Rachel, their roots are planted in what the company calls the "fourth wave" of coffee. CBSN spoke with Rachel Konte, Red Bay Coffee's chief of design, about their mission to bring diversity and equity to the coffee industry.
Sneak peek: The Ambush of Kevin Harris - "48 Hours Suspicion"
A music producer on the edge of stardom has a dark premonition – then he’s gunned down. His parents want answers. "CBS This Morning" co-host Michelle Miller reports Wednesday, September 30 at 10/9c on CBS.
First presidential debate preview
A New York Times report detailing President Trump's tax returns and business dealings is likely to be one of the many topics up for discussion during the first presidential debate between Mr. Trump and Joe Biden. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined CBSN to discuss what to expect and whether what's said during the debate will be enough to shake up the race for the White House.
CBSN Originals: "Feminism"
Feminism has never been more widely proclaimed than it is now. But there is no consensus within the movement about what that means or how to move forward. Are these conflicts getting in the way of progress — or paving the way for growth? This CBSN Originals documentary explores the internal culture wars and the greatest obstacles facing the feminist movement today.