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Ancient worms revived
These roundworms have been revived after about 46,000 years in the Siberian permafrost — and they could provide a window into how to survive extreme environments.
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Cape Cod seeing "white shark abundance"
Cape Cod is experiencing a "white shark abundance," according to a new report from the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy, UMass Dartmouth and the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries. It's the first time that's happened in the North Atlantic. The study also says more than 300 different types of sharks have been tracked across the area. Dr. Greg Skomal, senior fisheries biologist at the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries, joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the findings.
Scientists reveal new dinosaur found in Thailand
Minimocursor phunoiensis was likely about 6.5 feet long as an adult, researchers said.
Is the Atlantic Ocean current system nearing collapse? Scientists weigh in
Are we on the cusp of a real-life "The Day After Tomorrow"? Here's what the experts say.
New dinosaur identified after fossils found
Paleontologists have identified a new species of dinosaur, the Minimocursor phunoiensis, after uncovering fossils at a dig site in northern Thailand. It's the 13th dinosaur to be discovered in the country. Clint Boyd, senior paleontologist for the North Dakota geological survey, joined CBS News to talk about the find.
July is set to be the hottest month ever recorded, U.N. says
"Climate change is here. It is terrifying. And it is just the beginning," U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said.
Is it genetic? What experts say about risk of diabetes, Alzheimer's and more
Do you have a family history of any physical or mental health conditions? Experts explain how genetics play a role in your potential risk levels.
Current heat waves almost "impossible" without climate change, study says
"The role of climate change is absolutely overwhelming," says the scientist who led the team that did the study.
Rewilding: Letting nature take over
After decades of intensive farming, plowing and chemical applications, the land surrounding Knepp Castle, about an hour outside of London, was depleted. Then, the owners decided on a new approach: rewilding, allowing the land to return to its natural state. Correspondent David Pogue pays a visit to see how, in a short span of time, this land has now become one of the most important biodiversity hotspots in the United Kingdom, home to an incredible variety of plants, animals, birds, and insects, many of them endangered.
Scenes of summer: Heat's death toll rising and floodwaters raging
Heat was thought to be behind more deaths in Phoenix, Florida and California even as Kentucky was dealing with fierce floodwaters.
Judge rules Trump policy for "third-country" deportations is unlawful
U.S. District Judge Brian Murphy ruled that the Trump administration's policy for swiftly deporting migrants to third countries violates federal immigration law and the Constitution.
Fact checking Trump's 2026 State of the Union address and Democratic response
CBS News fact checked President Trump's 2026 State of the Union address, and Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger's Democratic response.
Cuba says it killed 4 people on boat from Florida who opened fire
It is not clear who was in the Florida-registered speedboat or why they fired on Cuban border patrol troops.
Larry Summers resigning from Harvard over Epstein ties
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers will resign from his remaining roles at Harvard over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, the university confirmed to CBS News.
Casey Means, Trump surgeon general nominee, grilled on vaccines
Casey Means is an ally of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and an advocate for his "Make America Healthy Again" agenda.
Iran reacts to Trump's 2026 State of the Union, accuses him of "big lies"
Iran accuses Trump of lying in his State of the Union about the country's nuclear ambitions, as the next round of bilateral talks looms.
Will banning big home investors lower prices? Experts are skeptical.
The president reiterated a plan to ban big investors from buying single-family homes, but some experts say bigger remedies are needed.
What to know about Trump's new plan to help people save for retirement
About 50 million workers lack access to employer-sponsored retirement plans, a hurdle to setting aside money for old age.
Yosemite worker fired for hanging trans pride flag on El Capitan files lawsuit
A Yosemite park ranger was fired last year after helping to display a transgender pride flag from El Capitan.
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Judge rules Trump policy for "third-country" deportations is unlawful
U.S. District Judge Brian Murphy ruled that the Trump administration's policy for swiftly deporting migrants to third countries violates federal immigration law and the Constitution.
Will banning big home investors lower prices? Experts are skeptical.
The president reiterated a plan to ban big investors from buying single-family homes, but some experts say bigger remedies are needed.
Yosemite worker fired for hanging trans pride flag on El Capitan files lawsuit
A Yosemite park ranger was fired last year after helping to display a transgender pride flag from El Capitan.
Larry Summers resigning from Harvard over Epstein ties
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers will resign from his remaining roles at Harvard over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, the university confirmed to CBS News.
Subscribing to digital apps has gotten a lot pricier, new data shows
Consumers today can easily spend more than $1,000 a year for streaming TV, music and other widely used apps, new analysis finds.
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Will banning big home investors lower prices? Experts are skeptical.
The president reiterated a plan to ban big investors from buying single-family homes, but some experts say bigger remedies are needed.
Subscribing to digital apps has gotten a lot pricier, new data shows
Consumers today can easily spend more than $1,000 a year for streaming TV, music and other widely used apps, new analysis finds.
Bill Gates apologizes to foundation staff over Epstein ties
Microsoft co-founder and billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates has apologized to staff of his foundation over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
What to know about Trump's new plan to help people save for retirement
About 50 million workers lack access to employer-sponsored retirement plans, a hurdle to setting aside money for old age.
College majors with the highest earnings potential and lowest jobless rates
A college degree still provides an edge when it comes to finding a good job, but a person's major may be just as important to career stability, research suggests.
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Judge rules Trump policy for "third-country" deportations is unlawful
U.S. District Judge Brian Murphy ruled that the Trump administration's policy for swiftly deporting migrants to third countries violates federal immigration law and the Constitution.
Larry Summers resigning from Harvard over Epstein ties
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers will resign from his remaining roles at Harvard over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, the university confirmed to CBS News.
Casey Means, Trump surgeon general nominee, grilled on vaccines
Casey Means is an ally of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and an advocate for his "Make America Healthy Again" agenda.
Iran reacts to Trump's 2026 State of the Union, accuses him of "big lies"
Iran accuses Trump of lying in his State of the Union about the country's nuclear ambitions, as the next round of bilateral talks looms.
New legislation in House would ban taxpayer money from going to Jan. 6 rioters
The bill would ban distribution of taxpayer money for any "January 6th compensation fund" and any further refund of damage payments made by convicted Capitol rioters.
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Could "kidulting" be the way to take the work out of your workout?
A British gym chain is offering classes in "kidulting," luring adults into fitness with classes built around playground and PE class classics.
Novo Nordisk to slash Wegovy and Ozempic prices starting in 2027
Starting in 2027, the Danish pharma firm will sell its weight-loss and diabetes drugs for $675 per month.
As more Americans embrace anxiety treatment, RFK Jr. derides medications
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has criticized the broadening use of anxiety medications, but doctors and researchers say the MAHA movement is misrepresenting drugs that have been proven to help.
How safe is America from polio?
After decades of American children routinely receiving polio vaccines, the virus that had doomed many to paralysis was nearly eliminated in the United States. But vaccine avoidance today may allow the crippling disease to return.
How safe is America from polio?
After decades of American children routinely receiving polio vaccines, the virus that had doomed many to paralysis was nearly eliminated in the United States. But vaccine avoidance today may allow the crippling disease to return. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jonathan LaPook talks with David Oshinsky, author of "Polio: An American Story," and with violin virtuoso Itzhak Perlman, who contracted polio as a child, about how parents opting out of vaccinations for their children could affect polio rates here.
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Cuba says it killed 4 people on boat from Florida who opened fire
It is not clear who was in the Florida-registered speedboat or why they fired on Cuban border patrol troops.
German police arrest suspect in American woman's 1994 murder
The body of 24-year-old tourist Amy Lopez was found by children in 1994 near the historic Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, located on the Rhine river.
Could "kidulting" be the way to take the work out of your workout?
A British gym chain is offering classes in "kidulting," luring adults into fitness with classes built around playground and PE class classics.
85-year-old kidnapped, murdered in apparent case of mistaken identity
Australian detectives arrested two men over the alleged kidnapping and murder of an elderly grandfather in a suspected case of mistaken identity.
Bill Gates apologizes to foundation staff over Epstein ties
Microsoft co-founder and billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates has apologized to staff of his foundation over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
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Deon Cole on NAACP Image Awards
Actor and comedian Deon Cole is back to host the NAACP Image Awards. Cole joins CBS News with more on what to expect.
First look at "Survivor 50"
"Survivor" returns Wednesday for its 50th season, featuring fan-favorite contestants over the past 25 years. "CBS Mornings" has a preview of the historic season.
Martin Short grieves death of his daughter
Actor and comedian Martin Short has postponed upcoming dates of his comedy tour with longtime friend Steve Martin as he grieves the sudden death of his 42-year-old daughter, Katherine. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees revealed
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced 17 nominees for its class of 2026, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Iron Maiden and Luther Vandross. The new members will be revealed in April.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame unveils "diverse list" of 2026 nominees
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
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Subscribing to digital apps has gotten a lot pricier, new data shows
Consumers today can easily spend more than $1,000 a year for streaming TV, music and other widely used apps, new analysis finds.
Hegseth gives AI access demand to Anthropic
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei he had until the end of this week to give the military a signed document that would grant full access to its artificial intelligence model, a sources said. The demand came during a meeting at the Pentagon on Tuesday. Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at Puck, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Hegseth demands full military access to Anthropic's AI model, sets deadline
The Pentagon may decide to officially designate Anthropic as a "supply chain risk" to push them out of government, sources say.
AI-driven attacks are increasing, report says
CrowdStrike is reporting an increase in AI-driven attacks around the world. Adam Meyers, the head of counter adversary operations at CrowdStrike, joins CBS News with more details.
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What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
Impact of climate change on Winter Olympics
The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.
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German police arrest suspect in American woman's 1994 murder
The body of 24-year-old tourist Amy Lopez was found by children in 1994 near the historic Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, located on the Rhine river.
Reports of missing Epstein files
Reports are emerging about documents potentially missing from the Epstein files released by the Justice Department that may be linked to President Trump. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
85-year-old kidnapped, murdered in apparent case of mistaken identity
Australian detectives arrested two men over the alleged kidnapping and murder of an elderly grandfather in a suspected case of mistaken identity.
Man charged after shooting involving Border Patrol agent at Canada crossing
A New Hampshire resident has been charged after a shooting involving a Border Patrol agent at a Canada crossing, the DOJ says
American who spent 11 years in prison for Bali "suitcase murder" is freed
Tommy Schaefer was sentenced for the 2014 murder of Sheila von Wiese-Mack, the mother of Heather Mack, during a luxury vacation.
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Mike Fincke reveals he was the astronaut who had medical issue on the ISS
NASA astronaut Mike Fincke said he was the crew member whose medical issue required a group of space station fliers to return to Earth earlier than planned last month.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
NASA to start slow-moving process returning moon rocket to hangar this week
The space agency said Sunday it's targeting Tuesday for the slow, four-mile trek across Kennedy Space Center, weather permitting.
NASA's moon rocket hit by new problem, flight pushed to April
The Artemis II mission aims to send four astronauts — Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen — on a flight around the far side of the moon and back.
Report criticizes NASA Boeing Starliner trip
An internal investigation is blasting NASA's handling of the first piloted flight of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft in 2024. The flight left two astronauts stuck on the International Space Station for nearly a year. The investigation found the flight was plagued by potentially life-threatening technical and management failures.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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NYT: Judges angry with Trump for defied orders
Some federal judges are getting increasingly upset with the Trump administration for not complying with their orders in cases involving migrants. The New York Times reports that "at least 35 times since August, federal judges have ordered the administration to explain why it should not be punished for violating their orders in immigration cases." Former federal judge Jeremy Fogel joins CBS News to discuss.
New Orleans voters on Trump State of the Union
CBS News reporter Kati Weis spoke with voters in New Orleans, Louisiana, about President Trump's State of the Union.
Historian reacts to Trump's State of the Union
Presidential historian Alexis Coe joins CBS News to discuss President Trump's State of the Union.
Rep. Tom McClintock on State of the Union
Republican Rep. Tom McClintock of California joined CBS News Wednesday with his reaction to President Trump's State of the Union.
Trump's economic claims in his SOTU
President Trump touted economic achievements during his State of the Union address Tuesday night, but do his claims resonate with Americans? CBS News business contributor Javier David provides analysis.