Why Earth's most beloved creatures are headed toward extinction
Scientists have found that more than 90% of land-based endemic species and 95% of marine ones are facing the devastating consequences of greenhouse has emissions.
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California to devote $536 million in fight against devastating wildfires
California is working to get ahead of the fire season. Last year set records when wildfires charred more than 4% of the state and killed 33 people.
3,000-year-old "lost golden city" unearthed in Egypt
One expert called the find the "second most important archeological discovery since the tomb of Tutankhamun" nearly a century ago.
Intel report warns of "more intense" global challenges before 2040
The more frequent and intense challenges are likely to put even more stress already brittle governments and international organizations, the report says.
Source of Piney Point wastewater leak undergoing repairs
Millions of gallons of water, packed with potentially toxic levels of nutrients for marine life, continues to be discharged into Port Manatee.
2 vaccine sites close after reactions to Johnson & Johnson shot
North Carolina and Colorado sites were temporarily shut down after several people suffered reactions.
Soyuz launch kicks off space station crew rotation
A NASA astronaut joins two Russians for Friday's trip to the International Space Station.
Lyrids meteor shower marks return of shooting stars
After a months-long meteor drought, the Lyrids are back to illuminate Earth Day.
Carbon dioxide levels highest they've been in over 3 million years: NOAA
The rise happened despite an estimated 7% reduction in global emissions due to the pandemic, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Congressman trades in suit coat for lab coat to vaccinate constituents
California Congressman Raul Ruiz, who is also an ER physician, represents a desert district outside of Los Angeles whose population is nearly half Hispanic.
Many Republican men are hesitant to get COVID vaccine
A recent poll found 49% of Republican men said they would not take the vaccine when it's available to them
Does photo show a rainbow on Mars? NASA answers the mystery
Is it a "dustbow?" Is it an "icebow?"
Biden moves up deadline for COVID vaccine eligibility to April 19
Mr. Biden also touted that as of Monday, 150 million vaccinations had been administered since he took office.
Oral COVID-19 vaccine being tested in LA-area research center
If proven safe and effective, it would be given by itself or in conjunction with a shot or shots.
Michigan university becomes first to offer cannabis chemistry scholarship
The chemistry program claims to be the first in the country that focuses specifically on cannabis.
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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.
Walter Mondale, former vice president, has died at age 93
Mondale died of natural causes, his family said in a statement.
Officer who defended Capitol died of natural causes, officials say
Sicknick was previously believed to have died from injuries sustained during the riot.
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.
Traditionally red Texas experiencing green jobs boom
The Lone Star state is quickly becoming the blueprint for a new type of blue-collar worker.
Allies say Russian opposition leader could die in "days"
The most prominent critic of Vladimir Putin has been on a hunger strike for almost 3 weeks over his treatment in prison, and now his allies say it's "life and death."
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.
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.
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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.
Immigration agencies drop use of "illegal alien," "assimilation"
U.S. immigration officers were instructed to use words like "noncitizen" or "migrant" as part of an effort to discard immigration terms viewed as dehumanizing.
Navalny moved to prison hospital as allies say he could die in "days"
The most prominent critic of Vladimir Putin has been on a hunger strike for almost 3 weeks over his treatment in prison, and now his allies say it's "life and death."
India's COVID 2nd wave is a tsunami, and it's taking a grim toll
Vicious 2nd wave of infections leaves bodies piling up as oxygen, vaccines and hospital beds run short, and a "double mutant" strain stokes global fears.
Suspected poacher trampled to death by elephants in South Africa
Three individuals, suspected of attempting to poach rhinos, were trying to outrun park rangers when they encountered a breeding herd of elephants.
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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.
Walter Mondale, former vice president, has died at age 93
Mondale died of natural causes, his family said in a statement.
McCarthy to introduce resolution to censure Maxine Waters
The congresswoman encouraged protesters in Minnesota to "get more confrontational."
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.
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Walter Mondale, former vice president, has died at age 93
Mondale died of natural causes, his family said in a statement.
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.
McCarthy to introduce resolution to censure Maxine Waters
The congresswoman encouraged protesters in Minnesota to "get more confrontational."
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 on CBSN Monday.
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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.
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.
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.
NASA's Ingenuity helicopter makes maiden flight on Mars
Ingenuity became the first aircraft to fly on another planet.
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Traditionally red Texas experiencing green jobs boom
The Lone Star state is quickly becoming the blueprint for a new type of blue-collar worker.
All U.S. adults now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine
States easily met President Biden's April 19 deadline for expanding eligibility.
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.
Tiny particle could expand our understanding of the known universe
A team of 200 physicists observed muons as they were shot through a magnetic field. The particle did not behave as they expected it to.
NASA's Ingenuity helicopter makes maiden flight on Mars
Ingenuity became the first aircraft to fly on another planet.
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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.
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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.
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.
Poll: Eye on Earth - can fighting climate change be good economics?
Americans weigh in on whether fighting climate change helps or hurts the economy.
Parler is relaunching on the App Store next week
Apple says the social networking site's updated content moderation policy is now compliant.
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.
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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.
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.
Murder map: Deadliest U.S. cities
You might be surprised by the murder rates in major cities across the U.S.
Suspect arrested after 3 killed in Austin, Texas, shooting
Police said they believe the shooting was a "domestic situation" and an isolated incident.
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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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How to navigate a competitive housing market
Competition in the U.S. housing market is fierce this spring, with surging demand and record-low inventory. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins CBSN to discuss how sellers and buyers can be prepared.
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.
Former Vice President Walter Mondale has died at 93
Former Vice President and presidential candidate Walter Mondale has died at age 93. His family announced he died Monday in Minneapolis. CBS News' Natalie Brand has more on Mondale's ground-breaking political legacy.
The Student Debt Dilemma
This CBSN Originals documentary in the "Speaking Frankly" series delves into the growing demands to cancel student debt.