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Smart windows could help combat climate change
Energy-saving smart windows, which include a microscopic coating connected to computer chips, can help buildings use less electricity for heating and cooling. Ben Tracy has more.
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Asteroid could impact Earth on Valentine's Day 23 years from now
One astronomer said he believes there's about a "1 in 400 chance" the asteroid could impact Earth.
Research finds "plastic smog" of 171 trillion tiny particles in oceans
The organization behind the study said it highlights "the need for legally binding agreements" to hold companies to account "for the entire life of the things they make."
Climate change's impact on flight turbulence
In the past week, several airline passengers have been either severely injured or killed when their flights experienced severe turbulence. CBS News senior weather producer David Parkinson explained what causes this phenomenon, and why climate change is making it worse.
What is an atmospheric river? The weather phenomenon, explained.
Atmospheric rivers can be beneficial — but also destructive. Here's what to know about the weather phenomenon on the West Coast and beyond.
"Amazing" inscription found on Viking gold unearthed in Denmark
Scientists said that they have identified the oldest-known inscription referencing the Norse god Odin on part of a gold disc.
"On the brink of extinction," rare West African lion cubs caught on video
Video footage shows a lioness named Florence eating an animal carcass while her 3-month-old cubs try to imitate.
Another atmospheric river takes aim at California as flooding risk grows
One county has urged people to gather enough essential supplies for two weeks ahead of the incoming rain and snow.
Historic treaty reached to protect marine life on high seas
The U.N. Convention on the Law of the Sea came into force in 1994, before marine biodiversity was a well-established concept.
Colombia wants to deport "cocaine hippos" to stop them from multiplying
Escobar's Hacienda Napoles — and the hippos — have become a sort of local tourist attraction in the years since the kingpin was killed by police in 1993.
FlyDubai co-pilot planned to crash jet into Israeli airport, official says
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Battle with Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen tempers news on oil flow
Supreme Court weighs energy companies' bid to end climate suit
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U.S. military removes bombers from U.K. air base following security incident
Israel was prepared to shoot down FlyDubai plane, sources say
Teenager loses hand picking up grenade in France school protests
Dennis Hastert, disgraced former House speaker, dies at 84
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