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
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San Francisco bans e-cigarette sales
Vaping sales ban pits city against one of its best-known hometown startups, the e-cigarette maker Juul Labs Inc.
Nursing home costs rising even faster than health care
For many older Americans, affording long-term care can be financially ruinous, researchers say
AbbVie to buy Botox maker Allergan for $63 billion
The acquisition aims to diversify AbbVie beyond its top-selling drug Humira, which will soon lose patent protection
Coffee could help you burn fat, new study finds
New research says a cup of caffeine could help you lose weight by stimulating brown fat, the fat in your body that keeps you warm by burning calories
Trump signs executive order on health care cost transparency
The executive order aims to provide patients costs for procedures ahead of time
Another American tourist dies in the Dominican Republic
Vittorio Caruso, age 56, died on June 17 after "drinking something," according to his sister-in-law
Why the sperm bank industry is "buyer beware"
A NYC sperm bank faces multiple lawsuits that claim it did not properly screen its donors for genetic diseases
Jazzercise: Fit at 50
Long before crossfit became a fad and spinning a sensation, there was the dance-based workout that – now half a century old – is alive and kicking
9/11 first responder spending his last days fighting for victims' fund
Despite everything Luis Alvarez has been through, he said he would "absolutely in a heartbeat" do the same thing
Wisconsin governor vetoes 4 abortion bills
Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin said some of the claims made in support of the legislation were "inflammatory, offensive and blatantly false"
Planned Parenthood says Missouri will not renew license to perform abortions
"The fate of abortion access in Missouri now rests in a court's hands," Planned Parenthood said
Restaurants could be first to get genetically modified salmon
Companies like AquaBounty are ready to serve up genetically altered fish, though consumer groups urge caution
Surgery scam involved doctor kickbacks and fake hardware
Two men join forces to expose a scheme involving sometimes unnecessary spinal fusion surgery, kickbacks to doctors and dangerous counterfeit surgical hardware implanted in some patients' bodies
Appeals court allows Trump abortion rules to take effect
The new rules ban taxpayer-funded clinics from making abortion referrals and prohibit clinics that receive federal money from sharing office space with abortion providers
Hospital's in utero surgery repairs baby's birth defect
Surgery was performed when the fetus was at 23 weeks gestation – the baby girl was born, healthy, three months later
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Mueller to publicly testify before House committees
U.S. Rep. Jerry Nadler said special counsel Robert Mueller will appear in an open session July 17
2020 Daily Trail Markers: How Democrats are prepping for their first debate
It's the eve of the first night of the first 2020 Democratic presidential primary debate. Here's how the candidates are getting ready
TSA chief says hundreds of workers have been deployed to border
TSA Administrator David Pekoske said between 350 to 400 agents have been sent to the border
New photos show Utah student before she mysteriously disappears
Mackenzie Lueck can be seen wearing black sweat pants and a light-colored sweater, carrying a small black backpack, large blue purse and brown suitcase
More than 15,000 asylum seekers returned to Mexico under Trump policy
The Trump administration has vowed to go "full-throttle" and expand the policy along the entire U.S.-Mexico border
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Mueller to publicly testify before House committees
U.S. Rep. Jerry Nadler said special counsel Robert Mueller will appear in an open session July 17
2020 Daily Trail Markers: How Democrats are prepping for their first debate
It's the eve of the first night of the first 2020 Democratic presidential primary debate. Here's how the candidates are getting ready
TSA chief says hundreds of workers have been deployed to border
TSA Administrator David Pekoske said between 350 to 400 agents have been sent to the border
More than 15,000 asylum seekers returned to Mexico under Trump policy
The Trump administration has vowed to go "full-throttle" and expand the policy along the entire U.S.-Mexico border
Medal of Honor recipient describes brutal battle
Staff Sgt. David Bellavia is the first living soldier to receive the Medal of Honor for his actions in Iraq
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More than 15,000 asylum seekers returned to Mexico under Trump policy
The Trump administration has vowed to go "full-throttle" and expand the policy along the entire U.S.-Mexico border
Fewer Americans traveling to Dominican Republic
After eight U.S. tourist deaths, flight bookings plunged nearly 75% from June 1 to June 19 compared to year earlier
Western Europe will face potentially "deadly" heat wave this week
"Hell is coming," said one meteorologist in Spain, where it will be first to feel the impact of extreme temperatures in the coming days
Incoming CBP chief denies "systemic problem" at detention centers
A recent internal report found that some ICE facilities had inadequate medical care and "significant" food shortages
Breakdancing closer to making debut at 2024 Olympics
Paris wants to add three other sports to its program, including skateboarding, sport climbing and surfing
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"The Office" is leaving Netflix for NBC's streaming service in 2021
"I have a lot of questions. Number one, how dare you?"
Bill Cosby appeals conviction over testimony from other accusers
Appeal challenges a judge's view that the women's testimony shows "chilling similarities" and a "signature crime"
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Cardi B pleads not guilty to felony strip club fight charges
The rapper faces two felony counts of attempted assault
Missing YouTuber Desmond "Etika" Amofah found dead in NYC
Police found Etika's body in the East River on Monday, less than a week after he was reported missing
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Instagram head reflects on foreign interference
"We are trying to understand the details of the risks," Adam Mosseri said
Amazon's Prime Day, starting July 15, is now 48 hours long
Retailer is banking more shoppers will pony up $119 for an annual Prime membership to take part in an expanded sale
Instagram's head insists the app isn't spying on you
Instagram head Adam Mosseri opened up to "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King about how the social media platform targets users
Hacker invades CBS reporters' lives without writing a single line of code
She is a social engineer and a master of disguise who is paid to think like a criminal in order to "hack" the human psyche.
Seeing red: Mankind gets closer to Mars
NASA and SpaceX are both readying unmanned missions to the Red Planet, with the goal of putting human-filled boots on the ground
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Video captures giant squid in the U.S. for the first time ever
NOAA said the squid was about 10-12 feet and it appeared to wrap its tentacles around an underwater camera
Almanac: Sex researcher Alfred Kinsey
The biologist who achieved fame with a pair of best-selling books about male and female sexual behavior was born on June 23. 1894
Seeing red: Mankind gets closer to Mars
NASA and SpaceX are both readying unmanned missions to the Red Planet, with the goal of putting human-filled boots on the ground
Apollo 11 50th anniversary: 50 photos from the moon
50 photos to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing
Seal learns to sing "Star Wars" theme song
A grey seal named Zola was a standout
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San Francisco bans e-cigarette sales
Vaping sales ban pits city against one of its best-known hometown startups, the e-cigarette maker Juul Labs Inc.
Nursing home costs rising even faster than health care
For many older Americans, affording long-term care can be financially ruinous, researchers say
AbbVie to buy Botox maker Allergan for $63 billion
The acquisition aims to diversify AbbVie beyond its top-selling drug Humira, which will soon lose patent protection
Coffee could help you burn fat, new study finds
New research says a cup of caffeine could help you lose weight by stimulating brown fat, the fat in your body that keeps you warm by burning calories
Trump signs executive order on health care cost transparency
The executive order aims to provide patients costs for procedures ahead of time
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"The Office" is leaving Netflix for NBC's streaming service in 2021
"I have a lot of questions. Number one, how dare you?"
Fewer Americans traveling to Dominican Republic
After eight U.S. tourist deaths, flight bookings plunged nearly 75% from June 1 to June 19 compared to year earlier
San Francisco bans e-cigarette sales
Vaping sales ban pits city against one of its best-known hometown startups, the e-cigarette maker Juul Labs Inc.
Instant Pots to bibles: Where Trump's China tariffs could hit
Some items subject to the latest round of proposed tariffs on Chinese goods may surprise consumers
Nursing home costs rising even faster than health care
For many older Americans, affording long-term care can be financially ruinous, researchers say
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New photos show Utah student before she mysteriously disappears
Mackenzie Lueck can be seen wearing black sweat pants and a light-colored sweater, carrying a small black backpack, large blue purse and brown suitcase
Community honors fallen officer with touching nostalgic photo
KeAndre Colenburg was just 2-years-old when Officer Michael Langsdorf saved him from a burning house
Missing Utah student last seen in a park with unknown person
Her Lyft driver told investigators that the 23-year-old met an unknown individual, put her bag in the person's car, and left
Bill Cosby appeals conviction over testimony from other accusers
Appeal challenges a judge's view that the women's testimony shows "chilling similarities" and a "signature crime"
Honey bees a sweet target for thieves
A surge in almond production in California has increased demand for pollination services — and that has turned honey bees into a sweet target for thieves who want to turn a quick buck.
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SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket
SpaceX launched a Falcon Heavy rocket for its third flight, carrying 24 small science and technology satellites into multiple orbits for the Pentagon, NASA and a variety of other agencies. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins "CBSN AM" to explain the goals of the complex mission and what happened.
3 astronauts complete "once-in-a-lifetime ride" home after 204-day stay in orbit
A Russian cosmonaut, a Canadian and a NASA astronaut return to Earth late Monday after station stay
SpaceX Falcon Heavy makes dramatic night launch
SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket carrying 24 satellites heads into orbit; also on board: portions of the cremated remains of 152 space enthusiasts
SpaceX faces difficult rocket launch
SpaceX is expected to launch a Falcon Heavy rocket carrying 24 satellites for the Defense Department and the ashes of 100 people, including those of actor James Doohan, who played "Scotty" on "Star Trek." Founder Elon Musk called the launch the company's most difficult to date. Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green have more.
NASA discovery could signal life on Mars
NASA scientists say its Curiosity rover discovered high amounts of methane gas on Mars. On Earth, the gas is typically produced by living things. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins CBSN to discuss if this observation could mean there's life on Mars.
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Evidence photos from the police shooting of Danroy "DJ" Henry Jr.
Evidence from the scene of Pace University student DJ Henry’s fatal encounter with Officer Aaron Hess in Mount Pleasant, N.Y.
Apollo 11 50th anniversary: 50 photos from the moon
50 photos to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing
Deadliest highway in every state
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Mount Everest deaths: Inside a deadly climbing season
A look at a treacherous 2019 climbing season on the world's highest peak
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Sen. Braun on the crisis at the border
One hundred migrant children were transported back to a controversial facility Tuesday, one day after they left. Republican Sen. Mike Braun of Indiana joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss what he believes are the best next steps to address immigration.
6/25/19: Red and Blue
Trump: U.S. ready for 'whatever' Iran does next; Sep. 11th First Responders meet with McConnell
Bipartisan senators fight to put a price on user data
A bipartisan team of senators has proposed new legislation that could put a price on user data. The "Dashboard" Act would require Big Tech to tell consumers how much of their data is being collected and how much its worth. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson joins CBSN to discuss the bill.
Frida the rescue dog retires from service
A yellow Labrador retriever has retired from rescue work nearly two years after gaining international fame for searching for survivors in the rubble of a deadly 2017 earthquake in Mexico City. Mexico's navy presented Frida the dog with a toy at a ceremony Monday to wish her joy in retirement. She is 10.
Medal of Honor recipient reflects on battle
President Trump awarded the nation's highest military decoration, the Medal of Honor, to Army Staff Sgt. David Bellavia. He put his life on the line to save his squad in the bloodiest battle of the Iraq War. David Martin reports.