Light spotted behind black hole for first time, proving Einstein right
The discovery proves Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity was right — again.
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Boeing Starliner capsule readied for Tuesday launch
A successful unpiloted Starliner test flight should clear the way for astronaut flights starting late this year.
Russian lab module docked on ISS deemed safe after initial scare
With propellant pressurization lines now vented, the new Nauka lab module is ready for activation and outfitting.
Accountability office backs NASA-SpaceX moon lander contract
The decision clears NASA and SpaceX to resume work on a new moon lander for the agency's Artemis program.
New Russian lab briefly knocks space station askew
Unexpected thruster firings from a new lab module triggered a "tug of war" that briefly knocked the space station askew.
FAA changes definition of astronaut
Being an astronaut isn't what it used to be. The Federal Aviation Administration changed its definition of who qualifies even as billionaire-driven space tourism ramps up. CBS News' Michael George reports.
NASA detects water vapor on the solar system's largest moon
Where there's water, there could be life as we know it.
Russians ditch space station module, clearing way for new lab
After resolving multiple problems, Russian flight controllers cleared the way for Thursday's arrival of the new Nauka lab module.
Boeing cleared to launch Starliner on 2nd test flight
It will be the second test flight for Boeing's astronaut ferry ship after a problem-plagued maiden flight in 2019.
July's full Buck moon rises this week — and it may appear red
The full moon may appear a reddish-orange hue — and this time, it's not because of an eclipse.
NASA shares epic image of moon's shadow during solar eclipse
In rare instances, a camera nearly one million miles away has the chance to capture an eclipse.
Mars rover set to collect first samples
The rover's samples from the floor of an ancient Martian lakebed will be retrieved and returned to Earth later this decade.
Russia launches long-delayed space station module
The Nauka module will add living space, research facilities and a European-built robot arm to the space station.
Jeff Bezos says polluting industries can be moved to space
The Blue Origin founder said it will take decades to get there, but it can be done.
"Best day ever!" Bezos and crew fly into space
Jeff Bezos blasted into space on his rocket company's first flight with his brother, an 18-year-old and an 82-year-old aviation pioneer.
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Simone Biles wins bronze in balance beam in Olympic return
She'd dropped out of numerous other events at the Tokyo Games, citing mental health issues. The bronze was Biles' seventh Olympic medal, trying the most ever for an American gymnast.
Feds' cybersecurity defenses put data at risk, Senate report warns
Federal agencies tasked with safeguarding the security and personal data of millions of Americans were given a C- in a cybersecurity report card by Senate investigators.
4th officer who responded to Capitol riot dies by apparent suicide
MPD on Monday confirmed that two more officers had died by apparent suicide.
Alcohol use linked to nearly 750,000 cancer cases in 2020
Most cancers linked to alcohol use were in people who have more than two drinks a day.
Delta variant drives COVID surge, prompting new mandates
The Delta variant is responsible for the nation's exponential surge in COVID cases, according to the Centers for Disease Control.
Murder probe launched after Belarus activist found dead in Ukraine
"This was a planned operation by security operatives to liquidate a Belarusian, dangerous for the regime," activist group says.
Senate prepares to move forward with bipartisan infrastructure bill
Senate negotiators finished writing the 2,702-page bill Sunday.
Preparations continue for today's Boeing Starliner launch
A successful unpiloted Starliner test flight should clear the way for astronaut flights starting late this year.
Graham tests positive for COVID-19, says "glad I was vaccinated"
Graham said his symptoms would be "far worse" had he not gotten vaccinated.
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Civilians told to flee besieged city as Afghan violence escalates
The loss of Lashkar Gah would be a massive blow for the Afghan government, which has pledged to defend cities at all costs after losing much of the countryside to the Taliban.
U.S. to continue migrant expulsion policy indefinitely
By citing a public health law, U.S. officials at the southern border have been able to expel migrants to Mexico or their home countries without allowing them to apply for humanitarian refuge.
Olympic high jumpers from Qatar and Italy share gold medal
"Can we have two golds?" Qatar's Mutaz-Essa Barshim asked an official. Italy's Gianmarco Tamberi was more than happy to share.
Murder probe launched after Belarus activist found dead in Ukraine
"This was a planned operation by security operatives to liquidate a Belarusian, dangerous for the regime," activist group says.
Jade Carey secures gold in floor exercise at Tokyo Olympics
Carey is the third consecutive American to take gold in the event.
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Chipmunks' plague prompts closing of some parts of South Lake Tahoe
None are thought to have come in contact with humans.
U.S. to continue migrant expulsion policy indefinitely
By citing a public health law, U.S. officials at the southern border have been able to expel migrants to Mexico or their home countries without allowing them to apply for humanitarian refuge.
What's behind the push for a fourth stimulus check
As the IRS distributes the $1,400 stimulus payments, some lawmakers say the money won't last three months.
Simone Biles wins bronze in balance beam in Olympic return
She'd dropped out of numerous other events at the Tokyo Games, citing mental health issues. The bronze was Biles' seventh Olympic medal, trying the most ever for an American gymnast.
Rafael Nadal says he "100%" supports Simone Biles
"She achieved amazing things, and I am sure she will be back," the tennis star said.
Politics
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U.S. to continue migrant expulsion policy indefinitely
By citing a public health law, U.S. officials at the southern border have been able to expel migrants to Mexico or their home countries without allowing them to apply for humanitarian refuge.
What's behind the push for a fourth stimulus check
As the IRS distributes the $1,400 stimulus payments, some lawmakers say the money won't last three months.
4th officer who responded to Capitol riot dies by apparent suicide
MPD on Monday confirmed that two more officers had died by apparent suicide.
Feds' cybersecurity defenses put data at risk, Senate report warns
Federal agencies tasked with safeguarding the security and personal data of millions of Americans were given a C- in a cybersecurity report card by Senate investigators.
Tennessee incentivizes cow vaccines. But COVID shots? Not so much
The state reimburses farmers up to $1,500 for vaccinating their herds, but governor doesn't back COVID vaccine incentives.
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Kathy Griffin reveals lung cancer diagnosis
"I'm about to go into surgery to have half of my left lung removed," Griffin wrote. "Yes, I have lung cancer even though I've never smoked!"
Best movies streaming right now on Netflix
Looking for something fresh to watch? Here are the top films available on the streaming platform.
DaBaby apologizes for "hurtful" comments at Rolling Loud festival
"I apologize for my misinformed comments about HIV/AIDS and I know education on this is important," the rapper said.
DaBaby dropped from major music festivals after homophobic remarks
The fallout comes after DaBaby's comments at the Rolling Loud festival in Miami last month.
Sebastian Maniscalco on new tour
Comedian Sebastian Maniscalco joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss his new "Nobody Does This Tour" and what it's like performing in front of audiences again after more than a year.
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Feds' cybersecurity defenses put data at risk, Senate report warns
Federal agencies tasked with safeguarding the security and personal data of millions of Americans were given a C- in a cybersecurity report card by Senate investigators.
Zoom to pay $85 million to settle "Zoombombing" lawsuit
Class-action suit, which accused the videoconferencing company of lax security, yields a refund for some customers.
Boeing Starliner capsule readied for Tuesday launch
A successful unpiloted Starliner test flight should clear the way for astronaut flights starting late this year.
Robinhood makes its market debut, as controversial as ever
The brokerage's often-young users get first dibs on investing in the company as IPO values the trading app at $32 billion.
California sues Activision over "frat boy" work culture
During "cube crawls," male employees walked around offices drinking and harassing female co-workers, California lawsuit states.
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Light spotted behind black hole for first time, proving Einstein right
The discovery proves Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity was right — again.
Book excerpt: "Sound of the Sea" by Cynthia Barnett
A fascinating scientific and cultural history for anyone who's ever admired the ocean's most beautiful objects – a literal "beach read."
Florida breaks single-day record of COVID-19 cases
Florida reported 21,683 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, breaking a pandemic record.
CDC says "pivotal discovery" about Delta variant prompted new mask guidance
Some 274 vaccinated people came down with symptoms of COVID-19 after an outbreak in Massachusetts, the CDC said.
New Russian lab briefly knocks space station askew
Unexpected thruster firings from a new lab module triggered a "tug of war" that briefly knocked the space station askew.
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Delta variant drives COVID surge, prompting new mandates
The Delta variant is responsible for the nation's exponential surge in COVID cases, according to the Centers for Disease Control.
You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
Kathy Griffin reveals lung cancer diagnosis
"I'm about to go into surgery to have half of my left lung removed," Griffin wrote. "Yes, I have lung cancer even though I've never smoked!"
Alcohol use linked to nearly 750,000 cancer cases in 2020
Most cancers linked to alcohol use were in people who have more than two drinks a day.
Employers losing patience with unvaccinated workers
There's "anger and frustration" toward vaccine holdouts, said one business owner seeking jab mandates for workers and customers
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Restaurants face COVID surge -- and mask rules -- again
Business drops reported as customers in heavily vaccinated areas opt to eat in or order out with Delta variant spreading across the U.S.
As eviction moratorium expires, some renters face greater risk
"I feel like I'm on the Titanic," a tenant in Nevada said. "I'm in the water, we've sunk, and we don't have lifeboats here."
Families with an immigrant parent didn't get CTC payments
The tax agency said it's fixed the problem, with qualifying families scheduled to receive the payments in August.
Employers losing patience with unvaccinated workers
There's "anger and frustration" toward vaccine holdouts, said one business owner seeking jab mandates for workers and customers
Target to require workers to mask up in Delta variant-hit areas
Kroger and Walmart last week also changed their coronavirus policies as COVID-19 cases jump in many states.
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Did a love triangle ultimatum lead to murder?
The search for love online sparked a long-distance relationship that would turn deadly in real life. What happened to Anna Repkina?
Was Lizzie Borden a notorious killer or wrongly accused?
Despite being acquitted of double murder, time and popular culture have forever cast Lizzie Borden as one of America's most notorious killers. Did she do it or not? "48 Hours" re-examines the case.
Lizzie Borden case: Images from the notorious crime scene
Over 100 years ago Lizzie Borden was arrested and charged with the brutal murder of her father and stepmother. See what police found at the scene and what transpired at her trial.
Navy charges sailor with setting fire that destroyed U.S. ship
Navy officials say they do not believe the sailor intended to destroy the ship, but the blaze he set was whipped by high winds into a towering inferno.
What we know about the "unprecedented" Capitol riot arrests
More than 550 people have been charged so far in what the government calls "the most complex investigation ever prosecuted by the Department of Justice."
Space
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Light spotted behind black hole for first time, proving Einstein right
The discovery proves Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity was right — again.
Boeing Starliner capsule readied for Tuesday launch
A successful unpiloted Starliner test flight should clear the way for astronaut flights starting late this year.
Russian lab module docked on ISS deemed safe after initial scare
With propellant pressurization lines now vented, the new Nauka lab module is ready for activation and outfitting.
Accountability office backs NASA-SpaceX moon lander contract
The decision clears NASA and SpaceX to resume work on a new moon lander for the agency's Artemis program.
New Russian lab briefly knocks space station askew
Unexpected thruster firings from a new lab module triggered a "tug of war" that briefly knocked the space station askew.
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Best movies streaming right now on Netflix
Looking for something fresh to watch? Here are the top films available on the streaming platform.
Trash or treasure? Anna Repkina murder evidence
A love triangle ended in murder; but who killed Anna Repkina? Take a look at the evidence investigators used to solve the crime.
Lizzie Borden case: Images from the notorious crime scene
Over 100 years ago Lizzie Borden was arrested and charged with the brutal murder of her father and stepmother. See what police found at the scene and what transpired at her trial.
New on Netflix in August 2021: Movies, TV shows and exclusives
From documentaries to dramas to comedy, here's what Netflix is offering in August.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
Investigators want the public's help identifying women and children in convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs.
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Bring Your Own Brigade | Official Trailer
Oscar-nominated filmmaker Lucy Walker’s documentary captures the horror and heroism of the deadliest week of wildfires in California history and explores the causes and solutions of a global crisis that is quite literally burning our world to the ground. Bring Your Own Brigade is in theaters August 6 and streaming on CBSN and Paramount+ on August 20.
Cybersecurity expert on hack of U.S. prosecutors
The Justice Department found that some of the nation's most prominent federal prosecutors had their email accounts hacked last year during the Solarwinds cyber espionage campaign. Maurice Turner, a cybersecurity fellow with The Alliance For Securing Democracy, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Fighting for Paradise: Puerto Rico's Future
CBSN Originals' new documentary explores the growing economic inequality in Puerto Rico and the divide over whether statehood is the solution.
New York City struggles to manage homeless crisis
New York City is trying to manage its homeless crisis less than one month before the state's eviction moratorium is set to expire. Since May, city cleanup crews have removed dozens of homeless encampments in an effort to push people off the streets and into shelters. New York Times metro reporter Andy Newman joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Bipartisan infrastructure bill text unveiled
Senators unveiled the finalized text of a long-awaited bipartisan infrastructure bill after convening for a rare weekend session. Lawmakers are then expected to debate amendments to the roughly $1 trillion package. CBS News' Natalie Brand, political reporter for The Associated Press and CBSN political contributor Zeke Miller, and The Boston Globe's Washington bureau chief Liz Goodwin join CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on what needs to happen before the bill can pass, and the latest on Democratic infighting over the failure to extend a moratorium on evictions.