Trucker detained after a "weird" potato spill on a key Denmark bridge
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Ancient mastodon tooth found by jogger on California beach
The massive fossil once belonged to an ancient elephant-like creature dating back to the Ice Age.
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Canadian wildfires felt in Northeastern U.S.
Wildfires in Canada are creating dangerous air quality conditions in several states in the Northeastern U.S. The smoke has moved south over New England, New York and New Jersey and officials are warning it could cause breathing issues, especially for people with underlying respiratory conditions. Dr. Neelu Tummala joined CBS News to talk about the situation. She is the co-director of the Climate and Health Institute at George Washington University and an ear, nose and throat physician.
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Unorthodox crops could be the future of food
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Supreme Court weakens EPA power over wetlands
The Supreme Court has again weakened the power of the Environmental Protection Agency. This time it involves wetlands. Jess Bravin, Supreme Court correspondent for the Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News to break down the court's latest ruling and its implications for the environment.
Italy leads revolt against Europe's electric vehicle transition
PM Giorgia Meloni's far-right government tried and failed to block EU plans to ban all new fossil fuel-powered cars by 2035, but it's not giving up the fight entirely.
3 states reach deal on Colorado River water
Three of the seven Colorado River states - California, Arizona and Nevada - have agreed to cut their water usage by 3 million acre-feet by 2026. Some 40 million people and more than two dozen Native American tribes depend on the Colorado River. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy breaks down the details of the historic deal.
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Senate moves quickly on debt ceiling bill after House vote
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Senate votes to undo Biden's student loan relief
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Satellite images show scale of destruction in Russia's war on Ukraine
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Wray confirmed existence of record alleging Biden bribery scheme, Comer says
GOP Rep. James Comer issued a subpoena to FBI Director Christopher Wray earlier this month.
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The brewing system in the Gulf of Mexico could be the first named storm of the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season.
Billy Joel is ending record-breaking residency at Madison Square Garden
Throughout his history-making residency thus far, Joel has sold 1.6 million tickets to fans from all 50 states and 120 countries.
Biden trips and falls onstage at Air Force commencement ceremony
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Supreme Court ruling deals another blow to organized labor
Decision weakens labor protections by potentially discouraging employees from going on strike, worker advocates say.
FDA's arsenic level for apple juice could hurt kids, Consumer Reports says
Consumer Reports is calling on the agency to set a lower limit, noting arsenic can damage children's brains and nervous systems.
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FDA's new arsenic level for apple juice could hurt kids, CR says
Consumer Reports is calling on the agency to set a lower limit, noting arsenic can damage children's brains and nervous systems.
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Asylum limits justified given "sheer number" of migrants, top official says
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Money stored on apps like PayPal could be at risk, feds warn
Financial watchdog urges consumers who keep funds with a digital app to transfer the money to an insured bank account.
4-year-old Illinois girl accidentally shot and killed by another child
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Supreme Court ruling deals another blow to organized labor
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Asylum limits justified given "sheer number" of migrants, top official says
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Biden trips and falls onstage at Air Force commencement ceremony
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Supreme Court ruling deals another blow to organized labor
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Sweden, which has the lowest rate of smoking in the Europe Union, is close to declaring itself "smoke free."
Winter saw "large spike" in very rare pediatric brain infections, CDC reports
At least 102 were hospitalized in December, nearly double an earlier peak.
Canada is putting warning labels on each cigarette: "Poison in every puff"
The warnings - in English and French - include "poison in every puff," "tobacco smoke harms children" and "cigarettes cause impotence."
Fewer babies born in 2022, and teen births decline, CDC reports
The decline in births is "a very small difference" from the year before.
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U.S. suspends cease-fire in Sudan, adds new sanctions
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Asylum limits justified given "sheer number" of migrants, top official says
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Footprints revive hope of finding 4 children missing in Colombia jungle
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45 bags with human remains found in Mexico
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Billy Joel is ending his decade-long residency at Madison Square Garden
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Sean "Diddy" Combs sues liquor giant Diageo, accusing it of racism
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William and Kate show up for royal wedding of Jordan's crown prince
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Dolly Parton holds 3 new Guinness World Records
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How to protect your home security camera from hackers
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Meta threatens news ban in California over bill to support journalism
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Waymo robotaxis expand operations, paving the way for driverless future
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Trucker detained after a "weird" potato spill on a key Denmark bridge
Officials say it "looks weird," and could have been an accident - or a protest over new environmental restrictions on diesel trucks hauling heavy loads.
Ancient mastodon tooth found by jogger on California beach
The massive fossil once belonged to an ancient elephant-like creature dating back to the Ice Age.
Are orcas coordinating attacks on boats?
Killer whales could be learning to attack small boats. Scientists are warning about an increase in what appear to be coordinated attacks by orcas on several vessels off the coast of Europe. One boat had to be abandoned and left to sink in the Strait of Gibraltar. Jeff Corwin, a biologist and wildlife conservationist, has more.
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Florida is one of 21 states with no requirements to disclose flood risks to home buyers, according to a nonprofit organization.
Canadian wildfires felt in Northeastern U.S.
Wildfires in Canada are creating dangerous air quality conditions in several states in the Northeastern U.S. The smoke has moved south over New England, New York and New Jersey and officials are warning it could cause breathing issues, especially for people with underlying respiratory conditions. Dr. Neelu Tummala joined CBS News to talk about the situation. She is the co-director of the Climate and Health Institute at George Washington University and an ear, nose and throat physician.
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45 bags with human remains found in Mexico
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Officer killed, another injured during hostage situation in Mississippi
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Man arrested on murder charges was "looking forward" to killing again
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Cause of death revealed for convicted killer who escaped prison
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Danny Masterson found guilty of rape
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Webb telescope discovers traces of water in atmosphere of exoplanet
Scientists first made a brightness map of the exoplanet, then a temperature map of the atmosphere.
NASA holds first public meeting on UFOs
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Webb telescope detects 6,000-mile plume blasting from Saturn's moon
Scientists say the plume may feed Saturn's water system at large, and studying it could provide key insights into potential life beyond Earth.
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The ChatGPT Revolution | CBS Reports
The artificial intelligence revolution has arrived. AI tools such as ChatGPT offer the power to transform fields like business, art, medical research and more. But this technology also brings ethical uncertainty and peril. CBS Reports explores the unleashing of this still rapidly evolving creation and some of the possible dangers.
Is the debt limit bill a win for Republicans?
Several senators on both sides of the aisle are vowing to vote against the bipartisan debt ceiling agreement. Joel Payne, CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist, and Michael Ricci, communications director for the pro-Pence "Committed to America" PAC, join "America Decides" to discuss the bipartisan opposition to the debt ceiling bill and the latest developments in the 2024 GOP primary.
Trump, DeSantis trade barbs on campaign trail
Thursday was the first full day with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and former President Donald Trump trading barbs on the campaign trail. DeSantis discussed Trump in New Hampshire without using his name, and Trump spoke at a number of events in Iowa. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports from Des Moines.
Senators call for debt limit bill amendments
The Senate is racing to pass the debt ceiling bill approved by the House Wednesday night. Multiple senators claim they will vote against it. CBS News correspondents Nancy Cordes and Scott MacFarlane have the latest.
Biden falls on stage at Air Force Academy
President Biden fell Thursday during the Air Force Academy's commencement ceremony. CBS News reporter Bo Erickson has more.