NASA names new chief of human spaceflight
Douglas Loverro faces a full plate as NASA gears up for accelerated moon program
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NASA shows off new spacesuits for moon mission
The new spacesuits offer improved mobility and flexibility over NASA's shuttle-era suits
First all-female spacewalk on tap this week
The historic outing will be the first by two female astronauts
After invasive fish found, Georgia tells anglers: Kill them ASAP
Georgia's Department of Natural Resources has a message for anglers: If you catch a northern snakehead, kill it immediately
Spacewalkers complete work swapping batteries
The spacewalk comes amid news Alexei Leonov, history's first spacewalker, has died at 85
NASA to launch satellite from 40,000 feet — from an airplane
The launch kicks off a $252 million mission to study Earth's electrically charged ionosphere
Environmentalists' new target? Charmin toilet paper
Critics say Procter & Gamble contributes to deforestation and should use recycled materials for paper products
Travel guru Rick Steves vows to pay $1 million "carbon tax"
Long-time travel expert says there won't be "any travelers around in a hundred years" unless people take action
20 new moons were discovered around Saturn
The new discovery increases the moons orbiting the "jewel of our solar system" to 82, surpassing Jupiter
Physics Nobel goes to trio for exploring evolution of our universe
"Their discoveries have forever changed our conceptions of the world," the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences said of the prize winners
2 Americans among winners of 2019 Nobel Prize for medicine
Winners of Nobel Prize for medicine paved the way for new strategies to fight anemia, cancer and other diseases
An "organic" label, but for climate friendliness
More and more companies say they're going green, but it's hard to separate their sincerity from their marketing
Nature up close: The massive decline of bird populations
The U.S. and Canada have lost 29% of their birds over the past 50 years, as species are subjected to habitat loss, pesticides, predation, and climate change
Record-setting python caught in the Everglades
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission says the 18-foot, 4-inch-long female python weighed 98 pounds and 10 ounces
Paralyzed man walks with mind-controlled robot skeleton
He said it felt like being the first man to walk on the moon
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Elijah Cummings, longtime Baltimore congressman, has died at 68
The key figure in the impeachment inquiry into President Trump succumbed to "complications concerning longstanding health challenges," his office said
Top diplomat testified Giuliani was "impeding" Ukraine mission — live updates
The former U.S. special envoy to Ukraine returned to Capitol Hill for an unannounced second meeting
Ex-Ukraine envoy testified he was "never asked to do anything" wrong
Kurt Volker, the former special representative to Ukraine, said he feared the U.S.-Ukraine relationship was "getting sucked into a domestic political debate"
Trump had "meltdown" at White House meeting on Turkey, Democrats say
"What we witnessed on the part of the president was a meltdown, sad to say," House Speaker Nancy Pelosi told reporters
Thousands of Chicago teachers set strike
After months of negotiation, the union was unable to reach an agreement with Chicago Public Schools
U.K. and EU agree on new Brexit deal, but it isn't over yet
"We've got a great new deal that takes back control," British PM Boris Johnson tweets, but his Northern Irish partners could stand in the way
Boxer Patrick Day dies at 27 of traumatic brain injury
Day stayed down on the canvas for several minutes after a barrage of punches led to the stoppage during the 10th round of Saturday's fight against Charles Conwell
Video purports to show concerns days before hotel collapse
"This is seriously bad," one worker is heard saying in the video purporting to show the condition of the half-built Hard Rock Cafe hotel in New Orleans before it collapsed
Obama endorses Trudeau days before Canadian election
"The world needs his progressive leadership now, and I hope our neighbors to the north support him for another term," the former president said
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U.K. and EU agree on new Brexit deal, but it isn't over yet
"We've got a great new deal that takes back control," British PM Boris Johnson tweets, but his Northern Irish partners could stand in the way
Top diplomat testified Giuliani was "impeding" Ukraine mission — live updates
The former U.S. special envoy to Ukraine returned to Capitol Hill for an unannounced second meeting
Violent protests in Barcelona over Catalan separatists' jail sentences
Catalan police said protesters threw gasoline bombs, stones, bottles and firecrackers at them
Obama endorses Trudeau days before Canadian election
"The world needs his progressive leadership now, and I hope our neighbors to the north support him for another term," the former president said
GOP senators criticize Trump over Syria comments and policy
While Republican senators expressed their disagreement with Trump, the House passed a bipartisan resolution condemning the president's decision to pull troops from northeastern Syria
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Video purports to show concerns days before hotel collapse
"This is seriously bad," one worker is heard saying in the video purporting to show the condition of the half-built Hard Rock Cafe hotel in New Orleans before it collapsed
Top diplomat testified Giuliani was "impeding" Ukraine mission — live updates
The former U.S. special envoy to Ukraine returned to Capitol Hill for an unannounced second meeting
More than 60 million in path of powerful nor'easter
The storm was bringing heavy rain and powerful winds
Michael Bennet slams "idiotic" DNC rules that kept him from debate
Bennet said the Democratic National Committee's rules make his opponents "seem more viable than I am, but I'm not sure they are"
Boxer Patrick Day dies at 27 of traumatic brain injury
Day stayed down on the canvas for several minutes after a barrage of punches led to the stoppage during the 10th round of Saturday's fight against Charles Conwell
Politics
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Top diplomat testified Giuliani was "impeding" Ukraine mission — live updates
The former U.S. special envoy to Ukraine returned to Capitol Hill for an unannounced second meeting
Elijah Cummings, longtime Baltimore congressman, has died at 68
The key figure in the impeachment inquiry into President Trump succumbed to "complications concerning longstanding health challenges," his office said
Ex-Ukraine envoy testified he was "never asked to do anything" wrong
Kurt Volker, the former special representative to Ukraine, said he feared the U.S.-Ukraine relationship was "getting sucked into a domestic political debate"
Michael Bennet slams "idiotic" DNC rules that kept him from debate
Bennet said the Democratic National Committee's rules make his opponents "seem more viable than I am, but I'm not sure they are"
House passes resolution condemning Trump on Syria
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said "we're looking at that on this side as well"
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Elton John calls Disney's "Lion King" remake a "huge disappointment"
"The new version of The Lion King was a huge disappointment to me, because I believe they messed the music up," John said. "The magic and joy were lost."
Reality TV show's challenge: Go vegetarian or eat your pet
British program challenges meat eaters to live with animals — and kill them if they decide to stay carnivores
Paul Rudd on the challenges of playing opposite himself in new series
In the new Netflix series, "Living With Yourself," Rudd finds himself replaced by a better version of himself
William and Kate visit melting glacier, call for climate action
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visit remote region of Pakistan where they hear global warming has already put lives at risk
Paul Rudd talks new Netflix series
Paul Rudd has become one of Hollywood's most beloved actors over his more than 25-year career. He's starred in everything from "Clueless", to hit comedies like "Anchorman" and "This Is 40." Now, Rudd stars opposite himself in a new Netflix series called "Living With Yourself." He portrays Miles, a man who is unhappy with his life and visits a spa, hoping to turn things around. In this clip, Miles returns home to find he has been replaced, by a better version of himself. Rudd joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the challenges of playing opposite himself.
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How to get up to $358 in the Yahoo data breach settlement
If you had an account with the portal between 2012 and 2016, you could be eligible for cash or free credit monitoring
Google debuts new Pixel 4 smartphone and more
The new phone boasts better facial recognition technology, a second camera lens, and motion-sensing technology
Blizzard says China had "no influence" in video gamer ban
Gaming company exec defends move to suspend Hearthstone player after he expressed support for Hong Kong protests
SpaceX makes push toward piloted test flight
Critical tests in the next few months must go well for Crew Dragon to carry out piloted test flight
NASA to launch satellite from 40,000 feet — from an airplane
The launch kicks off a $252 million mission to study Earth's electrically charged ionosphere
Science
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NASA names new chief of human spaceflight
Douglas Loverro faces a full plate as NASA gears up for accelerated moon program
NASA shows off new spacesuits for moon mission
The new spacesuits offer improved mobility and flexibility over NASA's shuttle-era suits
First all-female spacewalk on tap this week
The historic outing will be the first by two female astronauts
After invasive fish found, Georgia tells anglers: Kill them ASAP
Georgia's Department of Natural Resources has a message for anglers: If you catch a northern snakehead, kill it immediately
Spacewalkers complete work swapping batteries
The spacewalk comes amid news Alexei Leonov, history's first spacewalker, has died at 85
Health
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For men with breast cancer, early detection is critical
Breast cancer in men accounts for about 1% of all breast cancer cases – but the mortality rate is higher for men
Blue Halloween buckets raise autism awareness
For some children with autism, trick-or-treating could be overwhelming, but blue pumpkins will let others know they are trying to enjoy the day
41-year-old has stroke a month after hormone treatment for fatigue
In search of "fountain of youth," people are turning to popular hormone clinics. But are they safe?
Mormons urge Utah not to bar "conversion therapy" for LGBTQ minors
The church's stand is opposed by LGBTQ rights advocates, and the American Psychiatry Association and AMA, among others, also want the therapy banned
Taco Bell recalls 2.3 million pounds of seasoned beef
Fast-food chain pulls meat used in burritos and tacos from restaurants in 21 states after customer complaints
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Why farmers may be disappointed with China deal
Although President Trump has touted the pact as "the biggest deal ever" for farmers, the devil is in the details
Drug distributor shares jump after opioid settlement report
Shares of McKesson, AmerisourceBergen and Cardinal climbed more than 6% amid talk of deal to resolve lawsuits
Reality TV show's challenge: Go vegetarian or eat your pet
British program challenges meat eaters to live with animals — and kill them if they decide to stay carnivores
Marc Benioff on how Salesforce was able to "do well and do good"
In a new book, the billionaire says it's a story of shareholders and stakeholders
Michelin star quality meal delivery for folks on restrictive diets
Subscription meal-delivery service makes gluten-free food for people who suffer from a range of conditions
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Parent sentenced to three weeks in college admissions scandal
Marjorie Klapper was accused of paying $15,000 to rig her son's ACT
Fallout continues over Fort Worth shooting
The fallout continues after a black woman was shot and killed by a former officer in her own home. At a city council meeting, residents called for a change in policing tactics. Omar Villafranca reports.
Was Natalie Wood's death an accident or foul play?
Lana Wood tells "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty she's fighting to find the truth behind her sister's death
At tense Fort Worth council meeting, outrage over police shooting
Community residents are calling for accountability and action to address what they call systemic racism in Fort Worth
"48 Hours" podcast: "My Life of Crime" with Erin Moriarty
A new true-crime podcast for fans of "48 Hours"
Space
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NASA names new chief of human spaceflight
Douglas Loverro faces a full plate as NASA gears up for accelerated moon program
NASA shows off new spacesuits for moon mission
The new spacesuits offer improved mobility and flexibility over NASA's shuttle-era suits
First all-female spacewalk on tap this week
The historic outing will be the first by two female astronauts
Spacewalkers complete work swapping batteries
The spacewalk comes amid news Alexei Leonov, history's first spacewalker, has died at 85
The first human to walk in space has died
Alexei Leonov, a Soviet-era cosmonaut, was the first man to conduct a spacewalk in 1965 – an experience that almost killed him
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Halloween comes early at New York Comic Con
The largest pop culture event on the East Coast drew hordes of sci-fi, fantasy, anime and comic book fans, many of whom came in disguises (or, in the case of some superheroes, discarded them)
NFL team owners, from richer to richest
The average NFL franchise is valued at $2 billion, so it should come as no surprise that most of the league's owners claim over $1 billion in net worth
The worst movies of the century
These are the lowest-rated films since 2000.
Rare photos from the 1976 Chowchilla bus kidnapping
A look inside the truck trailer where 26 abducted school children and their bus driver were buried alive -- and later escaped
The 50 most popular baby girl names
How many do you know?
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"The Faces of Family Separation"
CBS News takes viewers inside the real-life challenges facing migrant families split apart by the Trump administration's "Zero Tolerance" policy. The documentary provides an immersive look at the hotly debated issue through the eyes of those impacted the most — the fathers, mothers, sons and daughters separated and unaware when they'll see their family members again.
U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings has died
Maryland Rep. Elijah E. Cummings died early Thursday due to complications from longstanding health challenges, his congressional office said. He was 68. Cummings became the powerful chairman of a U.S. House committee that investigated President Trump. He also passionately advocated for the poor in his black-majority district.
Thousands of Chicago teachers vote to strike
The Chicago Teachers Union confirmed Wednesday night that its 25,000 members will not return to their classrooms Thursday, after months of negotiation with Chicago Public Schools failed to resolve disputes over pay, benefits, class size and teacher preparation time. Chicago parents and community groups scrambled to prepare, and the city preemptively canceled classes in the nation's third-largest school district.
Potential dangers at hormone therapy clinics
Clinics across the country are advertising hormone therapy as a fountain of youth, but a six-month CBS News investigation uncovered hidden dangers associated with the treatment centers. Chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins CBSN to discuss his findings.
10/16/19: Red and Blue
Trump says the Kurds are 'no angels'; Packing the courts' after the 2020 election
