U.S. farm businesses to China: Let us in
The American Chamber of Commerce in China is pressing Beijing to ease its restrictions on foreign agricultural goods
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Bayer-Monsanto deal gets U.S. Senate scrutiny
Judiciary Committee Chair Charles Grassley of Iowa fears the deal could punish American farmers with higher costs
FDA approves GMO mosquito test in Florida
Authorities approve limited use of genetically modified mosquitoes to help fight Zika
5 things to know about Bayer's $62 billion Monsanto bid
Agrochem giant could draw fire from "Frankenfood" critics, while also needing to pass muster with investors and regulators
When farm to table is really fraud to table
Many restaurants offer detailed pedigrees of their "local" ingredients that can be misleading or outright fabrications
General Mills to label products with GMOs
Move comes as federal legislation on the labeling of genetically modified organisms, or GMOs, has stalled in Congress
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Donald Trump came close Sunday morning to condoning a violent response from his supporters toward protesters who have been an increasing presence at his rallies; Marty Burbank was going to buy a 40-foot boat and sail off into retirement, but he felt compelled to do more with all the money he'd saved up.
China building bigger, strong beagles through genetics
Scientists say genetically modifying dogs to be more muscular is essential for medical research, but they've been accused of animal cruelty
With so many schedules in flux, Americans are increasingly eating on the run
With so many schedules in flux, Americans are increasingly eating on the run. Snacks are now a $374 billion business. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger reports.
Scientists in China are genetically modifying beagles to be more muscular
Scientists in China are genetically modifying beagles to be more muscular. They say it's essential medical research, but others say it's animal cruelty. Seth Doane has more.
By some estimates, 80 percent of all processed foods - cereals, baby formula, canned soups and more - contain at least one genetically-modified organism
By some estimates, 80 percent of all processed foods - cereals, baby formula, canned soups and more - contain at least one genetically-modified organism. But whether GMOs are safe and whether they should be listed on the label has led to a very big food fight. Barry Petersen reports.
Campbell announces plans to label GMOs in products
The company says genetically engineered ingredients are safe, but customers have a right to know what's in their food
FDA approves genetically modified salmon
Faster-growing fish is the first genetically altered animal approved for U.S. consumption
Genetically modified chickens could beat bird flu
How scientists are using "glow in the dark" proteins in the lab to develop techniques aimed at combatting bird flu outbreaks
House votes to block mandatory GMO labeling
The food industry was fighting attempts to label foods that include genetically modified organisms
Weird stuff that's no longer in your food
Several major food companies say they're removing undesirable ingredients from their products
GMO-free foods could get government labels
The USDA develops a voluntary program for food companies that don't use genetically modified ingredients
Are you being tricked into eating certain foods?
Reader's Digest editor in chief discusses what magazine found for article on food manufacturers' secrets
GMO ingredients are off Chipotle's food menu
Company said the changes did not result in significantly higher costs and that it was not raising prices
Proponents say genetically modified foods promise lower costs and less pesticide use, while critics say the benefits of GMOs are overblown
Proponents say genetically modified foods promise lower costs and less pesticide use, while critics say the benefits of GMOs are overblown. Consumers Union senior scientist Michael Hansen joins CBSN to put the debate in perspective.
Dr. Oz to defend "quack treatments" on air
TV host respond on his show to criticism that he has "egregious lack of integrity"
Next-generation GMOs: Pink pineapples, purple tomatoes
Cancer-fighting fruits and less fatty vegetable oils may wind up in stores next to apples that don't turn brown
GOP wants new GMO food labels
House Republicans hope to streamline and improve food labeling standards
Genetically modified apples, potatoes win FDA approval
FDA says apples that won't turn brown and potatoes that resist bruising are "as safe and nutritious" as regular varieties
Molecular biologist Dr. Christie Wilcox, who blogs for Discover magazine, joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" from Los Angeles
Federal health officials are considering releasing millions of genetically modified mosquitoes in the Florida Keys to head off two deadly diseases. But thousands of residents are uneasy about the move, signing petitions to stop the test. Molecular biologist Dr. Christie Wilcox, who blogs for Discover magazine, joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" from Los Angeles with more on the mosquitoes.
College protesters dig in as demonstrations against war grow
Protesters nationwide are demanding that schools cut financial ties to Israel and divest from companies they say are enabling the conflict.
Trump trial sees new witnesses to close out first week of testimony
Prosecutors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York called two new witnesses to the stand on Friday, rounding out the first week of testimony.
Hamas is reviewing Israel cease-fire proposal
Hamas says it received the cease-fire proposal from Israel after a high-level Egyptian delegation wrapped up a visit to Israel.
Tornadoes destroy homes in Nebraska as severe storms tear across Midwest
Multiple tornadoes were reported in Nebraska and a destructive storm moved from a largely rural area into the Omaha area.
Harvey Weinstein to appear in NY court next week
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction on felony sex crime charges was overturned by the State of New York Court of Appeals.
Russia attacks Ukrainian energy sector as Kyiv launches drones
Russia has launched a barrage of missiles against Ukraine directed at energy facilities.
Virginia EMT arrested in Turks and Caicos after ammo allegedly found in luggage
The father of one now faces the potential of a mandatory minimum prison sentence of up to 12 years.
Intimacy coordinators are on the rise on film and TV sets. Here's what they do.
Intimacy coordination is a relatively new and growing field with movie and television productions required to make a good-faith effort to hire one if needed on set.
Fire still burning after freight train derailment
Authorities say a freight train derailment and fire have forced the closure of a key east-west interstate trucking route near the Arizona-New Mexico state line.
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Hamas is reviewing Israel cease-fire proposal
Hamas says it received the cease-fire proposal from Israel after a high-level Egyptian delegation wrapped up a visit to Israel.
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem writes about killing her dog in new book
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem — a potential running mate for presumptive Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump — is getting attention again.
Fire still burning after freight train derailment
Authorities say a freight train derailment and fire have forced the closure of a key east-west interstate trucking route near the Arizona-New Mexico state line.
Russia arrests another suspect in concert hall attack that killed 144
A Moscow court has detained another suspect as an accomplice in the attack by gunmen on a suburban Moscow concert hall in March.
Intimacy coordinators are on the rise on film and TV sets. Here's what they do.
Intimacy coordination is a relatively new and growing field with movie and television productions required to make a good-faith effort to hire one if needed on set.
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Intimacy coordinators are on the rise on film and TV sets. Here's what they do.
Intimacy coordination is a relatively new and growing field with movie and television productions required to make a good-faith effort to hire one if needed on set.
Possible TikTok ban leaves some small businesses concerned for their survival
Under the new law signed this week, ByteDance has nine to 12 months to sell the platform to an American owner, or TikTok faces being banned in the U.S.
Here's how much income it takes to be considered rich in your state
The income needed to join your state's top earners can vary considerably, from a low of $329,620 annually in West Virginia to $719,253 in Washington D.C.
Many Americans retire far earlier than expected — and not by choice
About 7 in 10 retirees stop working before they turned 65. For many of them, it was for reasons beyond their control.
This small U.S. town is considered the best place to retire. Here's why.
With a relatively low average monthly cost of living and a low crime rate, this little-known town has a lot to offer retirees according to one report.
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South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem writes about killing her dog in new book
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem — a potential running mate for presumptive Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump — is getting attention again.
Trump trial sees new witnesses to close out first week of testimony
Prosecutors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York called two new witnesses to the stand on Friday, rounding out the first week of testimony.
Senators renew scrutiny of border officers searching Americans' phones
Border officers have broad authority to search travelers' electronic devices without a warrant or suspicion of a crime.
Plans for menthol cigarette ban delayed due to "immense" feedback
The White House had been due to decide on the menthol cigarette rule in March.
U.S. loses $30 million Reaper drone in Yemen
A U.S. MQ-9 Reaper has crashed in Yemen. It may be the third $30 million drone shot down by the Houthis since November.
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Pasteurization working to kill bird flu in milk, early FDA results find
Around 1 in 5 retail milk samples had tested positive for the bird flu virus, but further tests show it was not infectious.
Plans for menthol cigarette ban delayed due to "immense" feedback
The White House had been due to decide on the menthol cigarette rule in March.
Superbug from human eye drops outbreak spread to dogs
The discovery of drug-resistant bacteria in two dogs prompted a probe by the CDC and New Jersey health authorities.
"Vampire facials" at unlicensed spa infected 3 with HIV, CDC says
First known HIV cases from a nonsterile injection for cosmetic reasons highlights the risk of unlicensed providers.
Don't just track your steps: 4 health points to monitor on your smartwatch
Are you using your smartwatch to the fullest? Here are 4 metrics doctors say can be useful to track beyond your daily step count.
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Hamas is reviewing Israel cease-fire proposal
Hamas says it received the cease-fire proposal from Israel after a high-level Egyptian delegation wrapped up a visit to Israel.
Russia arrests another suspect in concert hall attack that killed 144
A Moscow court has detained another suspect as an accomplice in the attack by gunmen on a suburban Moscow concert hall in March.
Russia attacks Ukrainian energy sector as Kyiv launches drones
Russia has launched a barrage of missiles against Ukraine directed at energy facilities.
Virginia EMT arrested in Turks and Caicos after ammo allegedly found in luggage
The father of one now faces the potential of a mandatory minimum prison sentence of up to 12 years.
U.S. loses $30 million Reaper drone in Yemen
A U.S. MQ-9 Reaper has crashed in Yemen. It may be the third $30 million drone shot down by the Houthis since November.
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Intimacy coordinators are on the rise on film and TV sets. Here's what they do.
Intimacy coordination is a relatively new and growing field with movie and television productions required to make a good-faith effort to hire one if needed on set.
Charley Crockett performs "$10 Cowboy"
A descendent of American folk hero Davey Crockett, Charley Crockett was raised in a Texas trailer park. He bought his first guitar in a pawn shop and taught himself how to play it. In 2015, he started releasing records independently. Fourteen albums later, Crockett has established himself as one of the leaders in traditional country music's revival. With the title track from his new album, here is Charley Crockett with "$10 Cowboy."
Charley Crockett performs "America"
A descendent of American folk hero Davey Crockett, Charley Crockett was raised in a Texas trailer park. He bought his first guitar in a pawn shop and taught himself how to play it. In 2015, he started releasing records independently. Fourteen albums later, Crockett has established himself as one of the leaders in traditional country music's revival. From his new album "$10 Cowboy," here is Charley Crockett with "America."
Charley Crockett performs "Solitary Road"
A descendent of American folk hero Davey Crockett, Charley Crockett was raised in a Texas trailer park. He bought his first guitar in a pawn shop and taught himself how to play it. In 2015, he started releasing records independently. Fourteen albums later, Crockett has established himself as one of the leaders in traditional country music's revival. From his new album "$10 Cowboy," here is Charley Crockett with "Solitary Road."
Comedian Nate Bargatze on his life and career
Comedian Nate Bargatze is having quite the year: He's bringing laughs across the country with his "Be Funny" tour, and this week he's a headline comic at the Hollywood Bowl with stars like Jerry Seinfeld. Dana Jacobson sat down with Bargatze to talk about his journey to the stage.
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Breakthrough AI tech speeding up MRI scans
NYU Langone Health and Meta have developed a new type of MRI that dramatically reduces the time needed to complete scans through artificial intelligence. CBS News correspondent Anne-Marie Green reports.
FCC votes to restore net neutrality
The Federal Communications Commission voted to adopt net neutrality regulations, a reversal from the policy adopted during former President Donald Trump's administration. Christopher Sprigman, a professor at the New York University School of Law, joins CBS News with more on the vote.
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.
Don't just track your steps: 4 health points to monitor on your smartwatch
Are you using your smartwatch to the fullest? Here are 4 metrics doctors say can be useful to track beyond your daily step count.
Why the U.S. struggles to combat romance scams
Local and federal authorities face challenges in investigating and prosecuting romance scammers because the scammers are often based overseas. Jim Axelrod explains.
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Why bats are vital to the ecosystem
Bats have often been called scary and spooky but experts say they play an important role in our daily lives. CBS News' Danya Bacchus explains why the mammals are so vital to our ecosystem and the threats they're facing.
Doctor on lessons from Flint water crisis
Pediatrician Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, whose work has spurred official action on the Flint water crisis, told CBS News that it's stunning that "we continue to use the bodies of our kids as detectors of environmental contamination." She discusses ways to support victims of the water crisis, the ongoing work of replacing the city's pipes and more in this extended interview.
Flint residents on 10 years of water crisis
Ten years ago, a water crisis began when Flint, Michigan, switched to the Flint River for its municipal water supply. The more corrosive water was not treated properly, allowing lead from pipes to leach into many homes. CBS News correspondent Ash-har Quraishi spoke with residents about what the past decade has been like.
Paving the way to a greener future
According to the University of California, Davis, residential energy use is responsible for 20% of total greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. However, one company is helping residential buildings reduce their impact and putting carbon to use. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn shows how the process works.
Cicada noise in S.C. prompts calls to sheriff
Emerging cicadas are so loud in one South Carolina county that residents are calling the sheriff's office asking why they can hear a "noise in the air that sounds like a siren, or a whine, or a roar." CBS News' John Dickerson has details.
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Dramatic video shows K9 deputies arrest double murder suspect
Angel Gabriel Cuz-Choc was found hiding in a wooded area after his girlfriend and her 4-year-old daughter were found dead in Florida.
K-9 deputies arrest man accused in double murders
Dramatic bodycam footage shows the moment Florida deputies and K-9 dogs close in on a double murder suspect hiding in a thickly wooded area.
"48 Hours" looks into Kristen Trickle's death
A new "48 Hours" investigation is looking into the death of a Kansas woman after she was found dying from a gunshot wound in 2019. The coroner initially ruled Kristen Trickle's death a suicide, but the local prosecutor said evidence on the scene didn't add up. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty has the story.
Romania court rules Andrew Tate's rape, human trafficking trial can start
A Bucharest court has ruled that a case against social media influencer Andrew Tate meets the required legal criteria and can go ahead, but there's no date set yet.
Killer buys sex doll with wife's life insurance payout
After Kristen Trickle died at her home in Kansas, her husband Colby Trickle received over $120,000 in life insurance benefits and spent nearly $2,000 on a sex doll supposedly to help him sleep.
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Astronauts confident Boeing's Starliner is finally ready for crew flights
Astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams say they have complete confidence in the Starliner despite questions about Boeing's safety culture.
Man who hoped to be first Black astronaut in 1960s finally heading to space
In 1961, Ed Dwight was selected by President John F. Kennedy to enter an Air Force training program known as the path to NASA's Astronaut Corps. But he ultimately never made it to space.
Spacecraft spots "spiders" scattered across surface of Mars
The creepy patterns were observed by the European Space Agency's ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter.
Veteran taikonaut, 2 rookies launched to Chinese space station
The Shenzhou 18 crew will replace three taikonauts aboard the Chinese space station who are wrapping up a six-month stay.
Distant spacecraft sends data to Earth for first time in 5 months
In November 2023, NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft stopped sending "readable science and engineering data."
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
CBS newsman Charles Osgood (1933-2024)
We look back at the life and career of the longtime host of "Sunday Morning," and "one of the most enduring and most endearing" people in broadcasting.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
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Eye on America: Revisiting the Tulsa Massacre
In Oklahoma, Nate Burleson shares his family’s personal connection to one of America’s darkest chapters. Then in Texas, we tour the renowned Kinsey Collection, the largest private holding of African American art and artifacts. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
The Uplift: An angel officer
A police officer becomes a guardian angel for a little girl struggling at school. A New Jersey toddler goes viral for the way she speaks, bringing joy and laughs to millions. A 7-year-old makes history at the rodeo. Plus, more inspiring stories.
Charley Crockett performs "$10 Cowboy"
A descendent of American folk hero Davey Crockett, Charley Crockett was raised in a Texas trailer park. He bought his first guitar in a pawn shop and taught himself how to play it. In 2015, he started releasing records independently. Fourteen albums later, Crockett has established himself as one of the leaders in traditional country music's revival. With the title track from his new album, here is Charley Crockett with "$10 Cowboy."
Charley Crockett performs "America"
A descendent of American folk hero Davey Crockett, Charley Crockett was raised in a Texas trailer park. He bought his first guitar in a pawn shop and taught himself how to play it. In 2015, he started releasing records independently. Fourteen albums later, Crockett has established himself as one of the leaders in traditional country music's revival. From his new album "$10 Cowboy," here is Charley Crockett with "America."
Charley Crockett performs "Solitary Road"
A descendent of American folk hero Davey Crockett, Charley Crockett was raised in a Texas trailer park. He bought his first guitar in a pawn shop and taught himself how to play it. In 2015, he started releasing records independently. Fourteen albums later, Crockett has established himself as one of the leaders in traditional country music's revival. From his new album "$10 Cowboy," here is Charley Crockett with "Solitary Road."