Another giant African snail sighting forces Florida county into quarantine
Florida officials confirmed the recurrence of an invasive snail species that destroys wildlife and poses serious threats to human health.
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Bison gores woman in Yellowstone, tosses her 10 feet in the air
Official say it's the first reported goring in the national park this year. The Ohio woman was taken to a hospital with a puncture wound and other injuries.
Video shows hundreds of birds mysteriously fall from the sky
The cause of the sudden deadly swarm remains a mystery.
Sea dragon fossil discovered
An almost-perfect fossil of a 180-million-year-old reptile was discovered in a drained reservoir in England. As Charlie D'Agata reports, the rare find of the bones of a "Sea Dragon" that is over 33-feet long may help scientists learn about why these beasts failed to adapt to a changing climate.
Scam call leads to an unlikely friendship
David Begnaud shows how a phone scam led to an improbable friendship.
Japan turns to robot pets to combat loneliness
Japan has long had a reputation for being robot-obsessed. It is now, in increasing numbers, turning to so-called "companion robots," AI-packed androids that exist simply to make us happy — or less lonely in COVID times. Lucy Craft spoke to the inventors and people ready to embrace "man's best robot friend."
1887 time capsule possibly found in Robert E. Lee statue base
Crews found a square box embedded in a granite stone, which appears to be the copper time capsule, said the owner of the construction company.
Droughts push farmers toward water witches
Drought-stricken farmers in California are turning to an unscientific practice known as dousing to try to find enough water for their crops. Carter Evans goes on the hunt with a self-proclaimed "water witch."
45-year search for Jimmy Hoffa's body leads to New Jersey landfill
He was last seen on in 1975, when he was to meet with a reputed Detroit mob enforcer and an alleged New Jersey mob figure.
Mechanic converts classic cars into electric vehicles
"Once they get in the car and it's converted, you get a big easy grin and that's it, they're never going back," said Matthew Quitter.
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Republicans vow to investigate DOJ over FBI's search of Trump's Mar-a-Lago
Sources told CBS News the search by the FBI is connected to a Justice Department probe of Trump's handling of presidential records.
Serena Williams hints at retirement, says she's "evolving away from tennis"
The athlete and icon suggested that she's planning to retire in a new Vogue essay published on Tuesday.
What to know as Taiwan accuses China of practicing for an invasion
Taiwan says China's ongoing war games reveal Beijing's broader intentions to control the region.
Motown legend Lamont Dozier dead at 81
Over a four-year period, 1963-67, Lamont Dozier and brothers Brian and Eddie Holland crafted more than 25 top 10 songs.
6,500 Afghans evacuees stuck in limbo awaiting U.S. resettlement
Afghans hoping to come to the U.S. have spent months or close to a year in the United Arab Emirates. But U.S. officials say that not everyone will qualify.
Stars and friends pay tribute to Olivia Newton-John
"Hopelessly Devoted to YOU, Olivia Newton John": Stars share their memories with the singer and actress, who died at age 73 after a long battle with cancer.
Online prices fall for the first time in two years
Drop in online prices, driven by discounts on electronics and apparel, raises hopes inflation may be turning the corner.
Former Kentucky justice secretary, lawmaker charged with rape
Tilley's attorney, Steve Schroering, told news outlets that his client is innocent and turned himself in.
Issey Miyake, Japanese fashion maverick, dies at 84
Miyake built one of Japan's biggest fashion brands, becoming well known for its trademark origami-like pleats, and Steve Jobs' ubiquitous black turtlenecks.
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Republicans vow to investigate DOJ over FBI's search of Trump's Mar-a-Lago
Sources told CBS News the search by the FBI is connected to a Justice Department probe of Trump's handling of presidential records.
Former prosecutor on why FBI search of Trump's Mar-a-Lago is "high-stakes"
Under the Presidential Records Act, documents sent and received as president must be preserved.
Biden signs semiconductor bill into law, boosting U.S. production
The Chips and Science Act provides more than $52 billion in subsidies for U.S. semiconductors and roughly $24 billion in tax credits for new manufacturing facilities.
What is vasculitis? Ashton Kutcher says he battled rare disease
"I had this weird, super rare form of vasculitis, that like knocked out my vision, it knocked out my hearing, it knocked out like all my equilibrium," Kutcher said.
Motown legend Lamont Dozier dead at 81
Over a four-year period, 1963-67, Lamont Dozier and brothers Brian and Eddie Holland crafted more than 25 top 10 songs.
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Online prices fall for the first time in two years
Drop in online prices, driven by discounts on electronics and apparel, raises hopes inflation may be turning the corner.
Pfizer, French firm starting testing of major Lyme disease vaccine
It would be the first major vaccine of its type in 20 years. The companies are seeking thousands of volunteers in the U.S. and Europe as cases keep rising.
Reselling new cars suddenly comes with "absolutely insane" profit
Some carmakers are beginning to crackdown on the practice.
Jake Paul launching a sports "micro-betting" venture
Betr will offer original sports content and a gambling app focused on in-game bets, the former YouTube star said.
Eli Lilly pushes back against Indiana's new abortion law
Some large employers say sweeping restrictions on the procedure will make it harder to recruit employees in the state.
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Sen. Tim Scott "not rushing to judgment" after FBI's Mar-a-Lago search
Scott said there are many questions about whether the FBI "is doing their job apolitical" and that a search of a former president's home "is going to raise more questions."
Republicans vow to investigate DOJ over FBI's search of Trump's Mar-a-Lago
Sources told CBS News the search by the FBI is connected to a Justice Department probe of Trump's handling of presidential records.
Former prosecutor on why FBI search of Trump's Mar-a-Lago is "high-stakes"
Under the Presidential Records Act, documents sent and received as president must be preserved.
Biden signs semiconductor bill into law, boosting U.S. production
The Chips and Science Act provides more than $52 billion in subsidies for U.S. semiconductors and roughly $24 billion in tax credits for new manufacturing facilities.
The consequences Trump could face for mishandling White House records
The Presidential Records Act governs the record-keeping responsibilities of presidents, but legal experts have said Trump may have violated other laws.
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British veteran builds castle to help PTSD
A British veteran struggling with PTSD built a castle in the Welsh Valley to help with his mental health. It's now become a sanctuary for other veterans and military widows. CBS News foreign correspondent Roxana Saberi has more.
Pfizer, French firm starting testing of major Lyme disease vaccine
It would be the first major vaccine of its type in 20 years. The companies are seeking thousands of volunteers in the U.S. and Europe as cases keep rising.
"Terrifying" study links climate hazards to hundreds of infectious diseases
"There is no speculation here whatsoever," the study's lead author said. "These are things that have already happened."
Doctors share concerns over abortion laws
Four doctors share their concerns about why abortion restrictions are causing confusion and putting patients' lives at risk.
Possible COVID classroom restrictions changes
CBS News has obtained a draft report that indicates COVID restrictions in the classroom having to do with testing and social distancing could soon be eased. While not final, the recommendations could also lift quarantine recommendations for those exposed to the virus, whether they are vaccinated or not. Nancy Chen reports.
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What to know as Taiwan accuses China of practicing for an invasion
Taiwan says China's ongoing war games reveal Beijing's broader intentions to control the region.
U.S. promises Ukraine $1B more in weapons. This is what it's for.
The general tasked with defending the key port city of Mykolaiv is bracing for a counter offensive against Russia, and he needs all the American help he can get.
Military veteran rebuilds his life, with a castle on a mountain
Mikey Allen's remote castle in Wales is a monument to the power of the human mind to overcome trauma, and a temple for others to do the same.
World War II bomb found in drought-stricken Italian river
The River Po has been running dry as it faces its worst drought in 70 years.
Being gay is not a disease, Vietnam tells its medical workers
"Homosexuality cannot be 'cured', does not need 'to be cured' and cannot be changed," health ministry tells doctors in a bid to end discrimination.
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What is vasculitis? Ashton Kutcher says he battled rare disease
"I had this weird, super rare form of vasculitis, that like knocked out my vision, it knocked out my hearing, it knocked out like all my equilibrium," Kutcher said.
Motown legend Lamont Dozier dead at 81
Over a four-year period, 1963-67, Lamont Dozier and brothers Brian and Eddie Holland crafted more than 25 top 10 songs.
Stars and friends pay tribute to Olivia Newton-John
"Hopelessly Devoted to YOU, Olivia Newton John": Stars share their memories with the singer and actress, who died at age 73 after a long battle with cancer.
Aubrey Plaza and Theo Rossi on new crime film
Actors Aubrey Plaza and Theo Rossi join “CBS Mornings” to discuss the new crime thriller movie, "Emily the Criminal." The film is about a young woman who spirals into a life of crime and violence and is set to release in theaters Friday, August 12.
Remembering Olivia Newton-John
Singer Olivia Newton-John, who sold 100 million records and was a tireless advocate for breast cancer research, died after a three-decade battle with the disease. Gayle King looks back at her life and legacy.
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Online prices fall for the first time in two years
Drop in online prices, driven by discounts on electronics and apparel, raises hopes inflation may be turning the corner.
Bankrupt company drops plan to rehire ex-CFO at $93K a month
Investors had panned the proposal while pleading for release of frozen funds: "I'm begging you," wrote one 72-year-old woman.
Curiosity rover celebrates 10 years
Ten years ago, NASA successfully landed its fourth robot on Mars: the Curiosity rover. It has driven only 18 miles, but what a ride it has been. Michelle Miller has more.
Crypto service Nomad offers "bounty" after $200 million theft
The attack is the latest to target a crypto bridge. Cross-chain bridges have lost $1 billion to theft so far in 2022.
Amazon to buy Roomba vacuum maker iRobot for $1.7 billion
Robotic vacuum cleaner manufacturer will also lay off 10% of its workers as sales slump.
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"Terrifying" study links climate hazards to hundreds of infectious diseases
"There is no speculation here whatsoever," the study's lead author said. "These are things that have already happened."
Due to climate change, Nevada says goodbye to grass
In a state where every drop of water counts, ornamental grass – which accounts for a large percentage of outdoor water use – has been banned in Southern Nevada, just one step being taken to address rising temperatures and shriveling reservoirs.
Experts call for more public urgency on climate change
In a state where every drop of water counts, ornamental grass – which accounts for a large percentage of outdoor water use – has been banned in Southern Nevada. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with climate and water experts about the steps being taken (or not) to address rising temperatures; and with astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson about the lack of urgency he says is hampering humanity's ability to counter this existential threat to our planet.
Curiosity rover celebrates 10 years
Ten years ago, NASA successfully landed its fourth robot on Mars: the Curiosity rover. It has driven only 18 miles, but what a ride it has been. Michelle Miller has more.
Explorer makes history on busy day of spaceflight
Four rockets were launched from Earth on Thursday. Among them was a United Launch Alliance Atlas 5 rocket carrying a missile warning satellite into orbit for the Space Force. Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin launched six people briefly into space, including Vanessa O'Brien, the first woman to complete the Explorers' Extreme trifecta.
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Former Kentucky justice secretary, lawmaker charged with rape
Tilley's attorney, Steve Schroering, told news outlets that his client is innocent and turned himself in.
Man accused in "honor killings" of 2 teen daughters takes the stand
The sisters' great-aunt has called the deaths an "honor killing," in which a woman is murdered by a relative to protect her family's honor.
Death sentence restored for bank robber convicted of killing family
Testimony showed Prible shot Herrera and his fiancée before setting her body on fire. The children died from smoke inhalation.
Father arrested for allegedly leaving 5 kids in car without air conditioning
The children, ages 1, 2, 4, 5, and 6, were either sleeping or passed out when officers pulled them from the car, police said. All were hospitalized.
Inmate freed after conviction vacated in fatal 1997 shooting
Cedric Dent served more than 20 years for the killing in New Orleans, but an advocacy group's investigation turned up significant issues with his trial.
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Scientist apologizes after posting image of star that was actually sausage
Etienne Klein apologized for misleading some Twitter followers with his "scientist's joke."
SpaceX launches Korean moon probe
South Korea's first moon mission will search for ice in permanently shadowed polar craters.
Blue Origin launches 6 passengers on sub-orbital trip to space
It was the sixth crewed flight of Blue Origin's New Shepard sub-orbital spacecraft.
Space Force early warning satellite launched into orbit
The $1.2 billion SBIRS satellite is the sixth and final member of a space-based fleet of infrared early warning stations.
Tonga volcano blasted unprecedented amount of water into atmosphere
Tonga's Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai volcano spewed an unprecedented amount of water vapor into the atmosphere.
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The Circleville letters: You've got hate mail
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
Timeline: The Jonelle Matthews case
Inside the case against Steven Pankey, a former political candidate who was tried for the kidnapping and murder of a Colorado 12-year-old.
The 50 most expensive colleges in America, ranked
These colleges come with a hefty price tag
Deadliest states for drug overdoses
CDC data reveals which U.S. state has the highest rate of drug overdose-related deaths per 100,000 residents.
The disappearance of Carole Baskin's then-husband Don Lewis
An inside look at the puzzling disappearance of the Florida millionaire
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Search warrant executed at Trump home
CBS News security and law enforcement analyst and retired FBI agent James Gagliano joined CBS News for a deep dive into the FBI's search of former President Donald Trump's home at his Mar-a-Lago resort.
FBI searches Mar-a-Lago in documents probe
A search of former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago home and resort raises questions about what information federal agents are looking for. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joins "CBS News Mornings" with insight on the case.
FBI search at Trump's Mar-a-Lago
The FBI conducted a search Monday at Mar-a-Lago, former President Donald Trump's personal residence and private club, related to documents from his presidential records. CBS News' Dan Lieberman joins "CBS News Mornings" with the details.
FBI search at Mar-a-Lago
The unprecedented FBI search of former President Donald Trump's home at his Mar-a-Lago resort sent shockwaves through Washington. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge reports and joins Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss what's next in the investigation and its possible political implications.
Where to get the latest summer deals
On this week's “CBS Mornings Deals,” lifestyle expert Elizabeth Werner discusses exclusive deals on summer essentials.