In post-earthquake Nepal, "proof that we can rebuild"
The government has been under fire for its slow pace of reconstruction since the massive earthquake a year and a half ago
Nepal Earthquake
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Government gives update on reconstruction projects for heritage sites and homes amid criticism over delays
Quake-battered in Nepal tries to lure back tourists
Worried recent disasters will cut into tourism revenue, officials reopen World Heritage sites -- with some caveats for safety
All bodies found from crashed U.S. Marine chopper in Nepal
Chopper carrying six Marines and two Nepalese soldiers went missing Tuesday while delivering humanitarian supplies to earthquake victims
Six U.S. Marines were on a mission to provide aid in earthquake ravaged Nepal when their aircraft went down
Six U.S. Marines were on a mission to provide aid in earthquake ravaged Nepal when their aircraft went down. Nepalese rescuers have already found three bodies and officials say finding survivors is unlikely. Seth Doane reports the latest on the search
Bodies spotted near crashed U.S. chopper in Nepal
Marine helicopter went missing with 8 on board while delivering aid to earthquake victims
Miracle baby born in Nepal weeks after earthquake
Pregnant woman had been trapped in rubble; went into labor two weeks after
Searchers have yet to locate a U.S. military helicopter that went missing in Nepal
Searchers have yet to locate a U.S. military helicopter that went missing in Nepal. Aboard the chopper were six Marines and two Nepalese soldiers who were delivering relief supplies to earthquake victims.
Search continues for U.S. copter, Nepal quake victims
U.S. Marine Huey went missing on an aid delivery mission in hard-hit region of Nepal, and there's been no sign of it since
A 7.3 earthquake struck Nepal weeks after it was hit by a major earthquake last month
A 7.3-magnitude earthquake struck Nepal weeks after it was hit by a major earthquake last month. The government reports dozens are dead with more than 1,100 injured. Seth Doane reports.
U.S. Marine helicopter missing as Nepal hit by 2nd quake
The Pentagon says six U.S. Marines and two Nepalese soldiers were aboard helicopter on earthquake aid mission; dozens killed in latest temblor
Panic as deadly aftershock hits Nepal
Buildings topple and Kathmandu residents still digging through rubble from last month's killer quake run into streets as earth jolts again
The 7.3 magnitude quake struck the Sindhupalchowk District
Nepal is in crisis again after its second major earthquake in less than three weeks. The 7.3 magnitude quake struck the Sindhupalchowk District, a mountainous, rural section of eastern Nepal, between Kathmandu and Mount Everest. Seth Doane reports.
Nepal earthquake rocks its economy
In the poor nation with little insurance coverage, damages from the devastating April quake could exceed 25 percent of GDP
Incredible video captures Mount Everest avalanche
Climber Jost Kobusch is used to shooting videos on his trips, but had no idea this time he'd be capturing his own near-death experience
"Impossible" to find all dead in crushed Nepal village
Officials say at least 60 killed as earthquake-sparked mudslide buried tiny village in picturesque valley popular with trekkers
U.S. Marines begin aid operation in Nepal
Resources will be used to deliver help to remote areas hit by earthquake
Nepal quake toll mounts as U.S. ramps up aid effort
Big planes banned at damaged airport and Mt. Everest climbing season ends early, but there is some good news
Nepal closes airport to big jets as body count grows
Death toll climbs to 7,250, with hundreds missing, including 9 Americans' foreign aid logjam slowly opening up
CBS News correspondent Seth Doane reports from Nepal on the recovery efforts, which have been hampered by mudslides, avalanches and the slow trickle of aid to the neediest regions
CBS News correspondent Seth Doane reports from Nepal on the recovery efforts, which have been hampered by mudslides, avalanches and the slow trickle of aid to the neediest regions.
A catastrophe in Nepal fosters an unlikely friendship
For a California man, a trip to climb Mount Everest turned into an effort to help one family caught in a devastating earthquake
When Californian Spencer Dickinson came to Nepal he was greeted with generosity and hospitality
When Californian Spencer Dickinson came to Nepal he was greeted with generosity and hospitality. Inspired by the kindness he experienced, he started a GoFundMe page to help the families rebuild their lives. Seth Doane reports.
Getting aid to devastated Nepal countryside no small task
Nepal's capital suffered extensive damage, but conditions are much worse in Himalayan villages
People in Nepal's remote villages wait in rubble for help
Without food or supplies, many Nepalese affected by the earthquake are waiting for emergency aid that doesn't seem to be coming
The death toll from Nepal's earthquake has reached over 6,200, with 14,000 injured
The death toll from Nepal's earthquake has reached over 6,200, with 14,000 injured. Seth Doane reports from the remote Himalayan foothills, where a hard-hit community is struggling to recover.
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Argentina edge Netherlands in penalty shootout to advance to World Cup semis
The match finished 2-2 after extra time, with Lionel Messi scoring one goal and setting up another. The Netherlands equalized in the 11th minute of second-half stoppage time.
How Russia's propaganda machine has played the Griner prisoner swap
While securing the swap may have scored points for President Joe Biden at home, the same goes for Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
Croatia beats World Cup favorite Brazil in dramatic penalty shootout
Croatia beat the five-time champions 4-2 in a penalty shootout to reach the semifinals for the second straight time.
How much are Harry and Meghan worth now that they're Netflix stars?
The couple took a financial hit upon leaving royal family, but their net worth has rebounded with several media mega-deals.
WNBA commissioner: Brittney Griner's recovery "going to take a while"
The WNBA commissioner said the league is prepared to assist Brittney Griner after her release from a Russian penal colony.
Detained Marine's sister on prisoner swap: "I don't look for apologies, I look for action"
Elizabeth Whelan said she is pleased to see Brittney Griner come home and that "any wrongfully detained American that comes back from overseas is a win for America."
Mom of British teen killed by U.S. driver says son can "finally" rest
"I'm sure Harry would have been extremely proud of me and of our family," Charlotte Charles told CBS News. "It's taken us a lot to get where we are."
Russia dissident jailed for 8.5 years over criticism of Ukraine war
Defiant even after the sentence, Ilya Yashin said "only the weak want to shut everyone's mouth and eradicate any dissent."
Billionaire invites a K-Pop star, 7 others on a free trip to the moon
"I look forward to my personal growth and returning to the earth as an artist with an inspiration," said South Korean rapper T.O.P.
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Family of teacher held in Russia urges Griner to speak out for those left behind
Fogel was sentenced to 14 years in a Russian prison after he was arrested with cannabis product he says was prescribed for pain.
Countries where the U.S. warns Americans may be wrongfully detained
The State Department this summer added a risk indicator to its travel advisories for Russia and several countries.
Major oil spill in rural Kansas creek shuts down Keystone pipeline
"People are sometimes not aware of the havoc that these things can wreak until the disaster happens," said Sierra Club lobbyist.
An alarming number of 2022 homebuyers are already underwater
Hundreds of thousands of homeowners who bought properties this year owe more than their homes are worth.
Taylor Swift will write and direct a feature film
Taylor Swift has directed before – most recently, the music video for her single "Anti-Hero," which she also starred in.
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Major oil spill in rural Kansas creek shuts down Keystone pipeline
"People are sometimes not aware of the havoc that these things can wreak until the disaster happens," said Sierra Club lobbyist.
An alarming number of 2022 homebuyers are already underwater
Hundreds of thousands of homeowners who bought properties this year owe more than their homes are worth.
Identical twins accused of cheating on a test awarded $1.5 million
"I was not at all surprised they turned in very similar exams," said an expert who testified in the case.
World Cup CEO blasted for "shameful" remarks about worker's death
Qatar's government and FIFA have ignored the safety of migrant workers, Human Rights Watch said.
Restaurant denies Christian group service for staff "safety"
Family Foundation called the move "alarming and disgraceful," while restaurant said it was about preserving its staff's "dignity."
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Family of teacher held in Russia urges Griner to speak out for those left behind
Fogel was sentenced to 14 years in a Russian prison after he was arrested with cannabis product he says was prescribed for pain.
Countries where the U.S. warns Americans may be wrongfully detained
The State Department this summer added a risk indicator to its travel advisories for Russia and several countries.
Charges dismissed against ex-Gov. Rick Snyder in Flint water crisis
The decision comes months after Michigan's top court said indictments returned by a grand jury were invalid.
Alexandra Pelosi on her father Paul Pelosi's recovery from brutal attack
Preview: In an interview airing on "CBS Sunday Morning" December 11, the documentarian talks about the brutal attack on the husband of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and says she hasn't slept since.
Gen Z Congressman-elect denied an apartment over "really bad" credit
Maxwell Frost went into debt running for his historic congressional win. It's now making it difficult for him to get a home near the House.
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Masks recommended again in NYC, LA and other cities as COVID cases climb
Around 14% of Americans now live in counties at "high" COVID-19 Community Levels, up from 5% last week.
China's strict zero-COVID policy replaced by chaos, confusion and risk
The rules have eased but Beijing's streets are still desolate because nobody's sure what's replaced them, and there's fear of a looming exit wave.
Shortage of hospital beds for kids with RSV "really has to do with dollars"
The U.S. is experiencing an unusual spate of childhood RSV infections. But the critical shortage of hospital beds to treat sick children stems from structural problems in pediatric care that have been brewing for years.
What to know about stiff-person syndrome, disorder impacting Céline Dion's ability to sing
The rare neurological disorder comes with such violent muscle spasms that "they can dislocate joints and even break bones." Here's what to know.
Updated COVID vaccines cleared for younger kids, but some will have to wait
The FDA says it is waiting for data to be submitted next year to clear shots for some of the youngest Pfizer vaccine recipients.
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Argentina edge Netherlands in penalty shootout to advance to World Cup semis
The match finished 2-2 after extra time, with Lionel Messi scoring one goal and setting up another. The Netherlands equalized in the 11th minute of second-half stoppage time.
How Russia's propaganda machine has played the Griner prisoner swap
While securing the swap may have scored points for President Joe Biden at home, the same goes for Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
Croatia beats World Cup favorite Brazil in dramatic penalty shootout
Croatia beat the five-time champions 4-2 in a penalty shootout to reach the semifinals for the second straight time.
How much are Harry and Meghan worth now that they're Netflix stars?
The couple took a financial hit upon leaving royal family, but their net worth has rebounded with several media mega-deals.
WNBA commissioner: Brittney Griner's recovery "going to take a while"
The WNBA commissioner said the league is prepared to assist Brittney Griner after her release from a Russian penal colony.
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Taylor Swift will write and direct a feature film
Taylor Swift has directed before – most recently, the music video for her single "Anti-Hero," which she also starred in.
Elton John says he's leaving Twitter over misinformation – and Elon Musk responded
"It saddens me to see how misinformation is now being used to divide our world," the award-winning artist posted.
How much are Harry and Meghan worth now that they're Netflix stars?
The couple took a financial hit upon leaving royal family, but their net worth has rebounded with several media mega-deals.
Penguin Random House CEO resigns after failed merger
Head of world's largest trade publisher is leaving weeks after a court blocked its $2.2 billion deal with Simon & Schuster.
Trevor Noah praises Black women as he signs off "The Daily Show"
"Do yourself a favor, if you truly want to know what to do or how to do it? Or maybe the best way or the most equitable way? Talk to Black women," he said.
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Employee bedrooms at Twitter headquarters
Twitter is taking its "hardcore" work policy for staff to a new level, reportedly converting empty offices in its headquarters into bedrooms for employees. CBS News anchors Meg Oliver and Anne-Marie Green spoke with Forbes senior editor Katharine Schwab about the response.
Apple expands data encryption
Apple announced that end-to-end encryption is coming to even more iCloud data, including device backups, messages and photos, Vox senior reporter Sara Morrison joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the company's step to promote user privacy, and why some law enforcement official are concerned.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
SpaceX launches 40 OneWeb internet relay satellites
OneWeb's manager had high praise for SpaceX, the builder of its own space-based internet constellation.
Meta threatens to take news off Facebook
Meta is threatening to take news off Facebook over a proposed bill that would force the tech giant to compensate news outlets for their content. Adi Robertson, senior reporter at The Verge, joins CBS News’ Elaine Quijano and Tanya Rivero to discuss.
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Oldest-ever DNA samples reveal Greenland forest with reindeer
The northeast tip of Greenland "is a lonely, barren place." But the oldest DNA ever discovered reveals that 2 million years ago, it was filled with lush greenery and reindeer that "should not have survived."
SpaceX launches 40 OneWeb internet relay satellites
OneWeb's manager had high praise for SpaceX, the builder of its own space-based internet constellation.
High-powered lasers illuminate toilets spewing invisible aerosol plumes with every flush
Flushing can spew a jet with toilet water particles up to 5 feet above the bowl in seconds.
Medieval treasures owned by powerful woman unearthed in U.K.
"These artifacts haven't seen daylight in more than 1,300 years," one archaeologist said. "To be the first person to actually see it – it's just indescribable."
California airports face disruption due to flooding, study finds
Los Angeles and San Francisco international airports are among dozens in California that could see disruptions in as little as 20 to 40 years, researchers said.
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Officer who kneeled on George Floyd's back gets 3 1/2 years in prison
The former Minneapolis police officer will serve his state sentence at the same time as his federal sentence and in federal custody.
34 years after woman's murder, DNA leads to suspect 2,000 miles away
Gene Meyer lived about a mile from where Betty Rolf's body was found on Nov. 7, 1988, just outside of Appleton, Wisconsin
How tree DNA helped police close in on a young mother's killer
When 28-year-old Mengqi Ji disappeared, her husband Joe Elledge was suspected of her murder. Then a hiker made a gruesome discovery, and DNA from a juniper tree sealed Elledge's fate.
South Africa planning to legalize sex work in a bid to protect women
A sex worker rights group called it "incredible news," saying decriminalization will "enable women to "work much better with the police to tackle violence."
Several lapses led to escape of Texas inmate who then killed 5, reviews say
Gonzalo Lopez fled a prison bus in May, killed a man and his four grandsons during three weeks on the lam before being gunned down, authorities say.
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Artemis 1 moon mission in final phase
NASA's Orion spacecraft will make its way back to earth Sunday, completing the nearly monthlong Artemis 1 mission. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood explains the importance of this mission in getting humans back on the moon as we mark 50 years since Apollo 17, the last lunar landing.
SpaceX launches 40 OneWeb internet relay satellites
OneWeb's manager had high praise for SpaceX, the builder of its own space-based internet constellation.
How to watch tonight's rare and "magical" celestial events
"Dec. 7 brings one of those magical moments when the sky changes dramatically before your very eyes," NASA said.
Artemis moonship heads back to Earth on last leg of test flight
A final major engine firing went off without a hitch to put the Orion capsule on course for Sunday re-entry and splashdown.
Spacewalkers continue solar power upgrade on space station
Josh Cassada and Frank Rubio float outside the space station to install the third of six new roll-out solar blankets.
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Timeline: The Disappearance of Mengqi Ji
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John J. Sullivan on "The Takeout"
Former U.S. Ambassador to Russia John J. Sullivan joins Major Garrett for this week's episode of "The Takeout" to discuss Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine and his experience in dealing with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
10 highest-paying college majors
A gloomy economy has many college graduates worried about their job prospects — but some college majors appear to offer better-than-average chances at a lucrative career. These are the 10 highest-paying college majors in 2022.
Investors anticipate Fed meeting next week
The Federal Reserve is meeting next week to decide on interest rate hikes. Geetu Sharma, founder and investment manager of AlphasFuture, discussed the state of the stock market.
Amy Schumer opens up about health battle
On the new Paramount+ series "The Checkup with Dr. David Agus," comedian Amy Schumer opens up about her painful battle with endometriosis. Stream the full episode Tuesday, December 13, on Paramount+.
Protecting America's electric grid
Security concerns for the nation's electrical grid are being raised after a substation attack in North Carolina. This past February, Bill Whitaker reported on the vulnerabilities in the system that provides our electricity.