Strongest winds since Sandy could bring widespread outages
Upper-level air currents from Tropical Storm Isaias are expected to merge with the jet stream to produce pockets of hurricane-force gusts.
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"Murder hornet" spotted in the United States
Growing up to two inches long, this killer insect can decapitate 40 honeybees per minute.
SpaceX Crew Dragon astronauts splash down after historic test flight
Sunday's splashdown was the first by U.S. astronauts in 45 years, with the first commercially built and operated spacecraft to carry people to and from orbit.
Isaias strengthens slightly as it pushes toward East Coast
A hurricane watch is in effect from South Santee River, South Carolina, to Surf City, North Carolina.
SpaceX Crew Dragon heads for Sunday splashdown
Splashdown will set the stage for operational Crew Dragon flights to begin later this year.
Resurgence of single-use plastics has environmentalists worried
"I think we're finding more plastic bottles. And well, more plastics in general," said Emily Stevenson, who spent over a decade cleaning up the shores in South West England.
Endangered orcas at risk from U.S. Navy, activists warn
"Just the loss of one whale or the harm to one whale could have population level impacts," an orca researcher said.
"Zombie cicadas" infected with mind-controlling fungus re-emerge
After more than a decade underground, "zombie cicadas" emerge to "enlist living insects to do their bidding."
Scientists revive 100-million-year-old deep-sea lifeforms
Researchers said the microbes could possibly be the planet's oldest-known organisms.
Sea level rise could destroy 20% of the world's GDP by 2100
Nearly 300 million people around the world are likely to face repeat flooding, new study concludes.
Dead seals are washing up on Maine shore after shark attack
Experts say that the increase in shark sightings along the Maine coast is partially due to a thriving seal population.
NASA launches mission to Mars
This is the first NASA mission explicitly designed to search for signs of life on another planet.
Mystery origin of Stonehenge's iconic boulders apparently solved
The new study contradicts a previous suggestion that one large sarsen came from the immediate vicinity of the site and was erected before the others.
Mars rover poised for launch atop Atlas 5 rocket
NASA's Perseverance rover is the first step in a decade-long program to bring martian rock samples back to Earth.
NASA's helicopter flight over Mars a "Wright brothers' moment"
The helicopter, Ingenuity, will travel to Mars clutching the rover's belly and, a few months after touchdown, attempt to fly solo.
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Biden picks Kamala Harris as running mate, adding former rival to ticket
The Biden campaign made the announcement in a text message to supporters.
Coronavirus may spread farther than six feet indoors
A classroom simulation shows how the spread of the virus is significantly cut down simply by placing ventilation near a teacher.
Two major conferences postpone college football season
The conferences are the first of the Power Five to postpone their seasons.
Cop posted "Kill em all" on protest livestream, investigation finds
The CSPD police chief chose not to fire Sergeant Wrede, calling his actions "an isolated incident of an error in judgment."
Over 900 students in Georgia school district have to quarantine
Cherokee County schools reopened on August 3, but now one high school is closed and hundreds of students have to quarantine for two weeks.
Trump calls Harris "nasty" and "disrespectful" to Biden
The Trump campaign is already going after Kamala Harris as a liberal who can't be trusted.
New Arkansas abortion restrictions to be implemented this month
One regulation requires doctors to notify local law enforcement when patients under 17 years old seek an abortion.
COVID-19 cases among children up 90% over four weeks, report says
179,990 new coronavirus cases in kids were reported across the country from July 9 to August 6.
More grocery chains recall onions over salmonella risks
Some Trader Joe's and Ralph's stores sold vegetable possibly linked to hundreds of illnesses around the U.S.
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Putin claims Russia has developed a coronavirus vaccine
Russian president says it's proven effective during tests, but skeptics note it hasn't gone through normal Phase 3 trials.
U.S. weighing order to deny entry to certain citizens
The proposal would constitute a significant expansion of immigration and travel restrictions during the pandemic.
Rare "boomerang" earthquake detected under Atlantic Ocean
"This was completely opposite to how we expected the earthquake to look before we started to analyze the data," one scientist said.
Bindi Irwin announces first pregnancy with husband Chandler Powell
The couple is expecting their "Baby Wildlife Warrior" next year.
Global coronavirus cases top 20 million after doubling in 45 days
The U.S. accounts for more than a quarter of the total and U.S., India and Brazil combine for more than half.
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Ilhan Omar wins primary against well-funded challenger
Her challenger, Antone Melton-Meaux, used the cash to paper the district and flood airwaves with his "Focused on the Fifth" message that portrayed Omar as out of touch with the district.
Cop posted "Kill em all" on protest livestream, investigation finds
The CSPD police chief chose not to fire Sergeant Wrede, calling his actions "an isolated incident of an error in judgment."
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Biden-Harris Democratic ticket is official
"I was a little surprised that he picked her," the president said
Last Blockbuster in world to be available to rent on Airbnb
The longtime manager is listing the location for only $4 — just one penny more than the price of a movie rental.
Obama says Biden "nailed" decision to pick Kamala Harris as VP
"When you're in the Oval Office, weighing the toughest issues, and the choice you make will affect the lives and livelihoods of the entire country — you need someone with you who's got the judgment and the character to make the right call."
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QAnon backer wins congressional primary in Georgia
The northwest Georgia district is a Republican-stronghold, meaning she will be the likely winner in November.
Ilhan Omar wins primary against well-funded challenger
Her challenger, Antone Melton-Meaux, used the cash to paper the district and flood airwaves with his "Focused on the Fifth" message that portrayed Omar as out of touch with the district.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Biden-Harris Democratic ticket is official
"I was a little surprised that he picked her," the president said
Obama says Biden "nailed" decision to pick Kamala Harris as VP
"When you're in the Oval Office, weighing the toughest issues, and the choice you make will affect the lives and livelihoods of the entire country — you need someone with you who's got the judgment and the character to make the right call."
Trump calls Harris "nasty" and "disrespectful" to Biden
The Trump campaign is already going after Kamala Harris as a liberal who can't be trusted.
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Big Ten and Pac-12 postpone college football season
The conferences are the first of the Power Five to postpone their seasons.
Alyssa Milano says she's losing her hair after long battle with COVID-19
Milano is not the only person to report hair loss as a result of COVID-19 – many survivors have reported their hair falling out in clumps.
$100,000 offered to solve cold case of "Tiger King" star's husband
Don Lewis, who vanished a day before a scheduled trip to Costa Rica, was declared legally dead in 2002.
Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger announce baby's birth
"We couldn't be happier. Both mom and baby are doing great," Pratt wrote on social media.
Power Five conferences consider cancelling 2020 football season
A Big Ten spokesperson denied reports that the conference had voted to cancel the 2020 football season and an ACC official said the conference intends to play in 2020.
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Transit officials ask Apple to help protect passengers
New York transit agency wants better way for iPhone users to unlock their phones without taking off their mask.
ULA, SpaceX win massive Pentagon contracts
ULA and SpaceX are expected to launch more than 30 national security space missions through 2026.
Private equity wants to own your DNA
It's not like your hacked credit card number, one private expert said. You can't change your DNA.
Trump signs order to bar transactions with TikTok's parent company
It is not clear if the ban will affect the millions of U.S. users who are avid fans of the app.
Capital One to pay $80 million fine for massive 2019 hack
Credit card issuer failed to protect customer data before moving some tech services to the cloud, regulator says.
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Ancient "terror crocodiles" had banana-sized teeth to eat dinosaurs
The massive beasts could eat even the largest of dinosaurs — putting them at the top of the food chain.
Rare "boomerang" earthquake detected under Atlantic Ocean
"This was completely opposite to how we expected the earthquake to look before we started to analyze the data," one scientist said.
5.1 magnitude earthquake shakes North Carolina
It's the largest earthquake to hit the state since 1916. It was felt as far away as Tennessee and South Carolina.
Canada's last intact Arctic ice shelf has collapsed
A 4,000-year-old chunk of ice larger than the size of Manhattan has collapsed into the Arctic Ocean.
Scientists discover "hell ants" killed with scythe-like jaw
A "hell ant" some 99 million years ago used its scythe-like jaws to trap a baby roach for its next meal — but then the pair got stuck in sap and were preserved for scientists to discover centuries later.
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Putin claims Russia has developed a coronavirus vaccine
Russian president says it's proven effective during tests, but skeptics note it hasn't gone through normal Phase 3 trials.
Coronavirus may spread farther than 6 feet indoors
A classroom simulation shows how the spread of the virus is significantly cut down simply by placing ventilation near a teacher.
COVID-19 cases among children up 90% over four weeks, report says
179,990 new coronavirus cases in kids were reported across the country from July 9 to August 6.
Big Ten and Pac-12 postpone college football season
The conferences are the first of the Power Five to postpone their seasons.
Alyssa Milano says she's losing her hair after long battle with COVID-19
Milano is not the only person to report hair loss as a result of COVID-19 – many survivors have reported their hair falling out in clumps.
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Potential Kodak deal on hold until "allegations are cleared"
Kodak's stock price slumped 31% in early trading on Monday after a government agency expressed "serious concerns."
Gilead seeks FDA approval for COVID-19 drug remdesivir
Government clearance of the emergency treatment, which will be called Veklury, would open the door to wider usage.
Transit officials ask Apple to help protect passengers
New York transit agency wants better way for iPhone users to unlock their phones without taking off their mask.
Trump unemployment insurance executive order will cost states billions
Many state governments are already facing budget crunches caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
McDonald's sues ousted CEO, alleging employee relationships
Fast-food chain claims Steve Easterbrook covered up sexual involvement with multiple people before he was fired.
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Man punches Sesame Place worker who asked him to wear a mask
Police say they're seeking him after he punched the 17-year-old then fled park security in a car with New York plates.
100 arrested, 13 cops hurt in Chicago unrest: "Assault on our city"
Hundreds of people smashed windows, stole from stores and clashed with police in Chicago's Magnificent Mile shopping district.
17-year-old killed, 20 injured in Washington D.C. shooting
Metro police chief said that judging from gunshots being fired in multiple locations simultaneously, it appeared there were at least three shooters.
Apparent drive-by shooting wounds 9 at family gathering in park
Victims all appeared to be young and all are expected to survive, Denver police say.
Father of Michael Brown Jr. attends Breonna Taylor protest
"When you go through something like that ... traumatic, it's hard to find a balance. The only thing you want is justice," Michael Brown Sr. said in Louisville.
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NASA drops "insensitive" nicknames for cosmic objects
The space agency will no longer use nicknames like "Eskimo Nebula" or "Siamese Twins Galaxy."
ULA, SpaceX win massive Pentagon contracts
ULA and SpaceX are expected to launch more than 30 national security space missions through 2026.
Penguin poop spotted from space reveals hidden Antarctic colonies
But it's not all good news — the newfound colonies are all but certain to be affected by climate change.
Astronauts describe thrilling SpaceX splashdown
With a piloted test flight complete, NASA hopes to certify the SpaceX capsule for operational missions.
SpaceX launches Starship prototype on dramatic test flight
The Starship test rocket's single Raptor engine boosted the vehicle into the sky above Boca Chica, Texas, atop a plume of flaming exhaust and billowing clouds of smoke.
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Celebrities who support Joe Biden for president
Some of Hollywood's biggest names are backing former Vice President Joe Biden over President Donald Trump in 2020.
Celebrities who support Donald Trump for president
From screen legends to star athletes, The Donald has some famous names in his corner.
Aftermath of Beirut's deadly blast
Hundreds of tons of highly explosive material were stored in a waterfront hangar, and the blast sent a shock wave that killed at least 160 people, wounded nearly 6,000.
"Murder hornet" spotted in the United States
Growing up to two inches long, this killer insect can decapitate 40 honeybees per minute.
Fast food capitals of America, ranked
These cities have endless fast food options... want fries with that?
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Growing pains for legal weed in California
When voters legalized marijuana three years ago, advocates said illegal operations would be pushed out and the state would make hundreds of millions in tax revenue. So far, those dreams have not panned out. Sharyn Alfonsi reports.
White House and Congress fail to reach new stimulus deal
Despite hours of negotiating early Saturday, the White House and Congress failed to reach a new stimulus deal despite millions of Americans facing possible evictions and other financial obligations. Nikole Killion reports.
Pandemia: Latinos in Crisis
These are the stories of disparity, inequity and leadership in the Latino community amid the coronavirus pandemic. Maria Elena Salinas hosts “Pandemia: Latinos in Crisis,” a CBS News special.
California wildfires force evacuations
Blazing wildfires attributed to scorching temperatures are ripping through Southern California. At least 200 homes have been evacuated as hundreds of firefighters are on the ground battling the flames.
Exclusive: Trump defends COVID response
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, President Trump defended his response to the coronavirus pandemic, insisting that despite long lines and long waits, testing is "working well." Mr. Trump also discussed the ongoing controversy surrounding the Confederate flag. Catherine Herridge spoke with the President at the White House.