Russian cargo ship docks at International Space Station
A guidance system problem during final approach prompted two space station cosmonauts to take over by remote control.
Space
NASA "unlikely" to launch Artemis moon landing flight in 2025, GAO says
NASA is facing challenges with SpaceX's moon lander and the new Axiom spacesuits for moonwalkers.
New solar system with rare, perfectly in-sync planets found in Milky Way
Astronomers have discovered six planets orbiting a bright, nearby star in perfect synchrony like a grand cosmic orchestra.
Scientists discover "in-sync" solar system
Scientists have discovered a six-planet solar system in the Milky Way that astronomers say has been untouched by outside forces since its birth billions of years ago. The six planets orbit a star "perfectly" in sync. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to talk about the discovery.
Mars' landscape captured in newly released images
NASA revealed multiple new panoramic images of clouds and dust in Mars' skies, as well as one of its tiny two moons, taken last May.
North Korea launches spy satellite into orbit, state media says
North Korea attempted to launch a surveillance satellite into orbit two other times this year without success.
SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship rocket but test flight falls short
Seven months after a catastrophic failure, SpaceX launched its Super Heavy-Starship, the most powerful rocket ever built, but once again ran into problems.
SpaceX to launch second Starship test flight
The most powerful rocket ever built is set to attempt its second test flight Saturday. The FAA has cleared SpaceX's Starship for launch. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood examines what sets the rocket apart from other recent launches.
How to view the Leonids meteor shower this week
The Leonid meteor showers are fast – streaking by at 44 miles per second, according to NASA. Still, some stargazers can see them at their peak this week.
SpaceX Super Heavy-Starship cleared for Saturday launch attempt
The test launch of SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship rocket will come nearly seven months after an initial test flight ended in a spectacular failure.
Previewing Axiom Space's 3rd mission to ISS
Axiom Space is preparing for its third private astronaut mission to the International Space Station. NASA legends Peggy Whitson and Michael López-Alegría, now working with Axiom, joined CBS News to discuss the endeavor.
Astronaut's lost tool bag orbiting Earth
You can track where the tool bag is in its orbit around Earth.
NASA telescopes capture "Christmas tree" view of universe
Sparkling and colorful images of faraway galaxy clusters recently released by NASA show one of the most detailed views of the universe ever taken.
SpaceX launches its 29th cargo flight to the International Space Station
The unpiloted Dragon cargo ship is loaded with 6,500 pounds of research equipment, supplies and fresh food.
Frank Borman, Apollo 8 astronaut who orbited the moon, dies at age 95
Frank Borman flew on the Apollo 8 mission, the first NASA mission to leave low Earth orbit and reach the moon.
Latest News
Supreme Court wary of repercussions of case that could upend tax code
The case before the justices Tuesday could have sweeping implications for the U.S. tax system and derail proposals from some Democrats to create a wealth tax.
Watch Live: College presidents testify about antisemitism on campuses
College campuses have been criticized for their handling of antisemitic incidents since the Oct. 7 terrorist attack by Hamas on Israel.
U.S. military releases names of crew members who died in Osprey crash
The U.S. military identified all eight Air Force crew members on an Osprey that crashed on Nov. 29 off the shore of Yakushima Island, Japan.
Democrats push forward with Ukraine, Israel aid amid border funding dispute
Supplemental aid to Ukraine and Israel has been stalled in Congress over disputes about border security funding.
Tuberville to drop hold on all military nominations except for 4-star officers
"We just released them – about 440 of them. Everybody but 10 or 11 four-stars," said Sen. Tommy Tuberville of Alabama.
U.S. promises aid, field hospital in Gaza as Israel-Hamas war expands
The U.S. government says it will help establish a field hospital in Gaza as Israel expands its war against Hamas into the south of the Palestinian territory.
Patrick McHenry, former temporary House speaker, will not seek reelection
Rep. Patrick McHenry of North Carolina served as temporary speaker in October, after Kevin McCarthy was ousted as House speaker
Grand Theft Auto VI trailer: 7 things we learned from the teaser
Grand Theft Auto is one of the best-selling entertainment franchises of all time, with millions of fans awaiting its next release.
1958's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" tops Billboard chart for first time
Brenda Lee's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" outperformed familiar chart-topper Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You."
U.S.
More U.S.
Democrats push forward with Ukraine, Israel aid amid border funding dispute
Supplemental aid to Ukraine and Israel has been stalled in Congress over disputes about border security funding.
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual-dining chain is facing another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
U.S. military releases names of crew members who died in Osprey crash
The U.S. military identified all eight Air Force crew members on an Osprey that crashed on Nov. 29 off the shore of Yakushima Island, Japan.
1958's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" tops Billboard chart for first time
Brenda Lee's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" outperformed familiar chart-topper Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You."
Tuohy family claims Michael Oher tried to extort them for $15 million
In new legal filings, Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy released texts from Oher in which he appears to demand $15 million from them.
MoneyWatch
More MoneyWatch
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual-dining chain is facing another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
Tuohy family claims Michael Oher tried to extort them for $15 million
In new legal filings, Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy released texts from Oher in which he appears to demand $15 million from them.
Grand Theft Auto VI trailer: 7 things we learned from the teaser
Grand Theft Auto is one of the best-selling entertainment franchises of all time, with millions of fans awaiting its next release.
Fewer employers requiring job seekers to have a college degree
On career sites like ZipRecruiter, less than 15% of jobs list a bachelor's degree as a requirement for employment.
Hackers accessed 23andMe data of millions of users, company says
23andMe launched an investigation in October after a hacker claimed to have access to users' personal information.
Politics
More Politics
Democrats push forward with Ukraine, Israel aid amid border funding dispute
Supplemental aid to Ukraine and Israel has been stalled in Congress over disputes about border security funding.
Tuberville to drop hold on all military nominations except for four-star officers
"We just released them – about 440 of them. Everybody but 10 or 11 four-stars," said Sen. Tommy Tuberville of Alabama.
Patrick McHenry, former temporary House speaker, will not seek reelection
Rep. Patrick McHenry of North Carolina served as temporary speaker in October, after Kevin McCarthy was ousted as House speaker
Biden, in the season of giving, is poised to raise big campaign money this month
While aides and donors declined to share specific figures early Tuesday, the December haul is poised to be "a big number," said one Biden-Harris campaign bundler.
Watch Live: College presidents testify about antisemitism on campuses
College campuses have been criticized for their handling of antisemitic incidents since the Oct. 7 terrorist attack by Hamas on Israel.
HealthWatch
More HealthWatch
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual-dining chain is facing another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
Patients expected Profemur artificial hips to last. Then they snapped in half.
The FDA and the manufacturer were alerted to Profemur titanium hips breaking inside U.S. patients as of 2005. It took 15 years to recall the devices. Many fractures could have been avoided.
Sushi topper wasabi linked to "substantial" memory boost, study finds
A researcher behind a study of wasabi's effect on cognition says he knew the fiery condiment had health benefits, but "the dramatic change" in memory was a surprise.
Grassroots college networks distribute emergency contraceptives on campus
Peer-to-peer efforts can meet a clear need among students whose colleges may not make sexual health products accessible or affordable.
Gottlieb: likely a "typical winter pathogen season" ahead
Former FDA commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb tells "Face the Nation" that the U.S. is looking at a "more typical winter pathogen season" despite a cluster of unusual pneumonia in Ohio. Gottlieb says the CDC has looked into the cluster and found "it's a known bacteria that is epidemic every three to five years so we've seen epidemics of this in the past."
World
More World
Democrats push forward with Ukraine, Israel aid amid border funding dispute
Supplemental aid to Ukraine and Israel has been stalled in Congress over disputes about border security funding.
U.S. military releases names of crew members who died in Osprey crash
The U.S. military identified all eight Air Force crew members on an Osprey that crashed on Nov. 29 off the shore of Yakushima Island, Japan.
Serial killer's widow admits she was "bait" in student's rape and murder
Monique Olivier admitted she was "bait" in the 1990 rape and murder of British student Joanna Parrish by her former husband, Michel Fourniret.
Rare ancient gold coin found in Norway — over 1,600 miles from its origin
The gold coin was likely minted in the Byzantine Empire at some point between 977 and 1025 C.E., officials said. How and why it traveled to Norway remains up for debate.
Indonesia volcano death toll rises to 22 after 9 more bodies found
Mount Marapi on the island of Sumatra spewed an ash tower 9,800 feet — taller than the volcano itself — into the sky.
Entertainment
More Entertainment
1958's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" tops Billboard chart for first time
Brenda Lee's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" outperformed familiar chart-topper Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You."
Tuohy family claims Michael Oher tried to extort them for $15 million
In new legal filings, Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy released texts from Oher in which he appears to demand $15 million from them.
Grand Theft Auto VI trailer: 7 things we learned from the teaser
Grand Theft Auto is one of the best-selling entertainment franchises of all time, with millions of fans awaiting its next release.
John Mayer opens up about his mission to help veterans with PTSD
John Mayer is on a mission that's about more than his music. In 2019, he launched the non-profit Heart and Armor Foundation with $3 million of his own money,
Amelia Dimoldenberg's awkward charm
Anthony Mason profiles internet sensation and comedian Amelia Dimoldenberg, creator and host of the viral interview series "Chicken Shop Date." She talks about running her own production company and her dream final date as she looks beyond the chicken shop.
Technology
More Technology
Apple releases urgent update to fix iOS 17 security issues
The update patches two vulnerabilities, includes no new features to the operating system.
Spotify slashes 17% of jobs in third round of cuts this year
The popular music streaming service has reportedly eliminated 1,500 roles amid slowing economic growth.
Elon Musk's X platform fueled far-right riots in Ireland, experts say
Elon Musk's X platform has fueled far-right disinformation in Ireland and played a key role in last month's riots in Dublin, experts say.
The race to develop quantum computers
Quantum computing could change civilization as we know it with technology capable of solving complex problems in moments. Henry Yuen, assistant professor of computer science at Columbia University, joined CBS News to discuss what quantum computing is, its potential uses and how close we are to seeing the technology in action.
Automakers turn to subscription fees
Automakers, including General Motors, Ford and BMW, are charging drivers subscription fees to use certain state-of-the-art features, such as remote locking and hands-free cruise control. Carter Evans has details.
Science
More Science
Science
Oil companies make methane reduction pledge
Monday at the COP28 climate summit, the president of Occidental Petroleum, Vicki Hollub, talked about the need for a collaborative effort to reduce emissions. And her peers at least seemingly appear to agree, with 50 oil and gas companies worldwide pledging to reach near-zero methane emissions by 2030. Angela Wilkinson, secretary general of the World Energy Council, joined CBS News to discuss the impact of that goal.
Video shows ship's "lucky" encounter with world's largest iceberg
The sighting came just days after scientists declared the iceberg was "on the move" for the first time in 37 years.
Ancient methane escaping from melting glaciers could warm the planet more
Spiking temperatures in the Arctic are rapidly melting glaciers. Scientists are now worried about underground methane, a potent greenhouse gas, leaking up to the surface.
Cars swept away, Chennai airport flooded as cyclone churns toward India
Videos from Chennai, South India, show cars being carried off and airport workers checking planes in almost knee-deep water as Cyclone Michaung bears down.
Controversy at COP28 climate summit
Dr. Sultan al-Jaber, the president of the COP28 climate summit, is facing backlash after reportedly saying during an online event that "there is no science out there" that phasing out fossil fuels would achieve the climate goals outlined in the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement. Al-Jaber is also the CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has more.
Crime
More Crime
Serial killer's widow admits she was "bait" in student's rape and murder
Monique Olivier admitted she was "bait" in the 1990 rape and murder of British student Joanna Parrish by her former husband, Michel Fourniret.
Former U.S. ambassador accused of spying
A yearslong sting operation has led to charges against Manuel Rocha, the former U.S. ambassador to Bolivia. Rocha is accused of acting as a foreign agent of Cuba, according to court documents. Guy Lewis, a former U.S attorney for the Southern District of Florida, joins CBS News to discuss how Rocha's case could play out.
Virginia house explodes as police serve warrant
The Arlington County Police Department said a suspect didn't respond, staying barricaded inside his home, while officials tried to serve a warrant there Monday just before the house blew up. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga reports from the scene of the explosion in the Washington, D.C. suburb.
Bodies of 5 university students found stuffed in a car in Mexico
The car and the bodies of the victims were found on the outskirts of the city of Celaya, which has seen a spate of drug cartel violence in recent years.
Body found in Indiana in 1982 ID'd as Wisconsin woman who vanished
Human remains found in rural Indiana in 1982 have been identified as those of Connie Lorraine Christensen, authorities said.
Space
More Space
Russian cargo ship docks at International Space Station
A guidance system problem during final approach prompted two space station cosmonauts to take over by remote control.
NASA "unlikely" to launch Artemis moon landing flight in 2025, GAO says
NASA is facing challenges with SpaceX's moon lander and the new Axiom spacesuits for moonwalkers.
New solar system with rare, perfectly in-sync planets found in Milky Way
Astronomers have discovered six planets orbiting a bright, nearby star in perfect synchrony like a grand cosmic orchestra.
Scientists discover "in-sync" solar system
Scientists have discovered a six-planet solar system in the Milky Way that astronomers say has been untouched by outside forces since its birth billions of years ago. The six planets orbit a star "perfectly" in sync. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to talk about the discovery.
Mars' landscape captured in newly released images
NASA revealed multiple new panoramic images of clouds and dust in Mars' skies, as well as one of its tiny two moons, taken last May.
Latest Galleries
More Latest Galleries
Matthew Trussler murder: Inside the case
Matthew Trussler was found dead at the home he shared with his fiancée Melissa Turner. See the evidence that led to authorities piecing together his death.
Catching a killer clown
Marlene Warren answered the door to her Wellington, FL, home and was fatally gunned down by a mysterious clown. Despite eyewitnesses, circumstantial evidence, and the identification a suspect early on, it would take more than 30 years for her killer to face justice.
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Becky Bliefnick texted about fear of her estranged husband
The Illinois mom wrote, "If something ever happens to me, please make sure the number one person of interest is Tim." Take a look at the evidence that led to Tim Bliefnick's arrest.
The crime scene evidence that convicted Alex Murdaugh
Inside South Carolina's "trial of the century" — how investigators built their case
Latest Videos
More Latest Videos
Latest Videos
12/4: CBS Evening News
Israel expands campaign into southern Gaza; Kennedy Center Honors held Sunday
Boston woman killed in Bahamas shark attack
A Bostom woman was killed in a shark attack near a Sandals resort on Nassau, Bahamas. She and a male relative were paddle boarding when she was attacked. Elaine Quijano reports.
Supreme Court hears case on "wealth tax" code
The Supreme Court is hearing a case that could make it harder for Congress to impose a so-called "wealth tax." Joe Miller, a Financial Times legal correspondent, joins CBS News to discuss the case's potential implications.
SAG-AFTRA leaders urge members to ratify deal
SAG-AFTRA leaders are urging the union's members to vote in favor of the agreement reached with studios as the ratification deadline nears Tuesday, but not everyone is satisfied with the deal that ended the actors strike. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston reports from Los Angeles.
Former U.S. ambassador accused of spying
A yearslong sting operation has led to charges against Manuel Rocha, the former U.S. ambassador to Bolivia. Rocha is accused of acting as a foreign agent of Cuba, according to court documents. Guy Lewis, a former U.S attorney for the Southern District of Florida, joins CBS News to discuss how Rocha's case could play out.