Arctic sea ice hits lowest winter level as heat records are shattered worldwide
Arctic sea ice levels are crucial to Earth's climate because, without the ice reflecting sunlight, more heat energy goes into the oceans.
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"Black carbon" in Arctic an increasing concern amid other issues in region
"Black carbon," or soot, that spews from ships and makes the Artic Ocean ice melt even faster is an increasing concern in a region beset with many other issues.
As Trump disparages NATO allies, they chase Russian subs in the Arctic
As Trump questions the loyalty of a NATO ally, CBS News joins one of its warships taking part in a drill far from home, aimed at defending Europe and the U.S.
NATO's mission to boost presence in Arctic
Planning is underway for a new mission to boost NATO's presence in the Arctic. It follows President Trump's demand to take over Greenland, claiming NATO allies don't do enough to guard against threats from Russia and China. Holly Williams reports.
Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Canadian amb.: U.S.-Canada deal "not doomed"
Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador in D.C., told CBS News the U.S. and Canada are "not in the middle of a divorce, but we are in the middle of a change." She also said Canada is "deeply committed to Arctic defense."
Trump aims for 2-week timeline on Greenland deal
On his way back from the World Economic Forum, President Trump set a two-week timeline for a deal on Greenland. Kenneth Rosen, award-winning war correspondent and author of "Polar War," joins with analysis.
Canadian ambassador to U.S. on Arctic defense
President Trump has revoked his invitation for Canada to join his newly founded Board of Peace. This comes alongside a war of words with his Canadian counterpart, Mark Carney. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan spoke with Canadian Ambassador to the U.S. Kirsten Hillman about the issue.
Lake effect snow sweeps Eastern U.S.
The Eastern U.S. was dealing with lake effect snow over the weekend as Arctic air is expected to bring frigid temperatures to much of the country this week. Rob Marciano reports.
Maps show why Greenland is so important as the Arctic warms
As the Earth warms, new shipping routes from one side of the globe to the other are opening around Greenland, making the vast island a strategic priority for superpowers.
White House discussing options for Greenland
The White House is discussing options for acquiring Greenland, including a U.S. military takeover by force. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
Arctic temperatures rising twice as fast as elsewhere, NOAA report says
Temperatures in the Arctic continue to follow a long-term warming trend, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
China has "unprecedented number" of ships in U.S. Arctic waters, DHS says
The Department of Homeland Security says this year has seen an "unprecedented" presence of Chinese military and research vessels in the U.S. Arctic region.
Reindeer populations could drop by up to 80% by 2100, researchers say
Reindeer populations across the Arctic will likely decline due to future climate change with the North American population facing the highest risk, researchers predict.
China research ships ramping up activity in U.S. Arctic, Coast Guard says
The U.S. Coast Guard reports an increase in activity by Chinese research vessels in and around the U.S. Arctic.
Record-breaking arctic chill moving across U.S.
A massive arctic chill is moving over much of the country, bringing bone-chilling cold and snow. More than 67 million Americans are under winter weather alerts. David Begnaud reports and CBS News climate and weather contributor Jeff Berardelli shows the forecast.
Manchin warns of Russian aggression in the Arctic
Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, joins moderator Margaret Brennan to discuss his recent trip to the Arctic amid U.S. intelligence reports that Russia is conducting secret nuclear weapon tests there.
Why ice loss in the Arctic is threatening polar bear populations
After a summer of fasting on land, the bears need to get back to their frozen home to hunt seals and bulk up. But their migration ritual is changing.
U.S., Canadian jets scrambled as Russian warplanes spotted in the Arctic
Several hours later, NORAD said it also scrambled two F-16 fighter jets from Alaska to Greenland.
Arctic tundra becoming a source of carbon dioxide emissions, NOAA warns
The Arctic tundra has historically helped reduce global emissions. But rising temperatures and wildfires in the region are changing that, scientists say.
NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
Fossils in Greenland ice sheet reveal increased risk of sea level rise
New research about Greenland's ice sheet could provide a warning of what's to come as the planet continues to warm.
Russia and China push back against U.S. warnings over Arctic activity
The U.S. says climate change is helping Russia and China boost activity in the Arctic. Moscow and Beijing insist there's no cause for alarm.
Russia says its fighter jets intercepted U.S. bombers in the Arctic
"The crews of the Russian fighters identified the aerial target as a pair of U.S. Air Force B-52H strategic bombers," Moscow's defense ministry wrote.
Canada to quadruple sub fleet as NATO, Russia and China eye the Arctic
Canada plans to buy 12 new submarines as the U.S. and its allies and adversaries step up operations in the thawing Arctic.
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Pakistan set to host U.S.-Iran talks as Iran warns against ground operations
Top diplomats from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt are meeting in Pakistan on Sunday to push for an end to the Iran war.
Homan says ICE will remain assisting TSA until "airports feel like they are 100%"
Congress has yet to approve funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which has been shut down for over 40 days.
Rand Paul on being a Republican willing to check the president on various policies
Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul addresses President Trump's decision to launch strikes against Iran, the new Department of Homeland Security secretary and the 2028 election.
Catholic cardinal barred from entering Jerusalem's Church of Holy Sepulchre
The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem said it was "the first time in centuries" that heads of the church were unable to celebrate Palm Sunday Mass at the sacred site.
American-born Israeli soldier killed in combat in Lebanon
Sgt. Moshe Yitzchak Hacohen Katz, 22, was born in Connecticut and served in the Israel Defense Forces' Paratroopers Brigade.
2 more arrests in attempted bombing at Bank of America building in Paris
Police did not specify who was arrested or what role they may have played in the attempted bombing.
North Korea tests missile that it claims can target U.S. mainland
The test was in line with Kim Jong Un's goals of targeting the U.S., but some experts speculate the claim may be exaggerated.
Sister recounts 903-day fight to free sibling kidnapped in Iraq
When Princeton graduate student Elizabeth Tsurkov was kidnapped off the street in Iraq in March 2023 and held for ransom by a militia, it set off a 903-day fight her sister never expected.
Millions turn out for "No Kings" rallies held worldwide to protest against Trump
Organizers estimated that at least 8 million people took part in more than 3,300 "No Kings" events worldwide.
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Homan says ICE will remain assisting TSA until "airports feel like they are 100%"
Congress has yet to approve funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which has been shut down for over 40 days.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 29, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Border Czar Tom Homan and former U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams join Margaret Brennan.
North Korea tests missile that it claims can target U.S. mainland
The test was in line with Kim Jong Un's goals of targeting the U.S., but some experts speculate the claim may be exaggerated.
American-born Israeli soldier killed in combat in Lebanon
Sgt. Moshe Yitzchak Hacohen Katz, 22, was born in Connecticut and served in the Israel Defense Forces' Paratroopers Brigade.
Attack survivors, not believed by police, get the last word against kidnapper
After their kidnapping case drew national attention because they were accused of making it up, Denise Huskins Quinn and Aaron Quinn worked with law enforcement to help uncover additional crimes committed by their attacker – helping to bring justice to other victims and reclaiming their own story.
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Bank of America reaches $72.5 million settlement in Epstein lawsuit
Bank of America has reached a $72.5 million settlement in a lawsuit that alleges the financial giant helped facilitate the sex trafficking operation of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Education Department tells 7.5 million SAVE borrowers to prepare for repayment
More than 7 million student loan borrowers who've been enrolled in a Biden-era repayment plan will receive notices with instructions to seek a new plan to repay their debt.
How soon will TSA lines return to normal after the shutdown ends?
The Department of Homeland Security said TSA agents should begin receiving pay as early as Monday, March 30.
Should you rely on AI to do your taxes? Experts warn of risks.
About 1 in 4 Americans are using AI chatbots to prepare their tax returns, but experts warn the tools can produce outdated or inaccurate guidance.
CBS News gas and oil price tracker shows how much energy costs are rising
As the war with Iran continues, CBS News is tracking gas and oil prices. Find out how much more it costs to fill up your tank or heat your house.
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Homan says ICE will remain assisting TSA until "airports feel like they are 100%"
Congress has yet to approve funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which has been shut down for over 40 days.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 29, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Border Czar Tom Homan and former U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams join Margaret Brennan.
Rand Paul on being a Republican willing to check the president on various policies
Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul addresses President Trump's decision to launch strikes against Iran, the new Department of Homeland Security secretary and the 2028 election.
Transcript: Tom Homan on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 29, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Tom Homan, Trump administration border czar, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 29, 2026.
Transcript: Jerome Adams on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 29, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Jerome Adams, surgeon general in the first Trump administration, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 29, 2026.
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Hockey player diagnosed with Stage IV cancer at 26: "It was surreal"
David Lyon is one of the rising number of young adults to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
CDC's acting chief promises a return to stability in a tumultuous moment
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, head of the National Institutes of Health and interim leader of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, told staff a permanent CDC director could be nominated soon. "I know that it has been such a difficult year," he said.
FDA says billionaire's claims about cancer drug Anktiva are misleading
Federal health officials posted a warning about misleading statements by biotech billionaire Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong about his company's bladder cancer drug Anktiva.
More parents are refusing routine newborn preventative care, study finds
Doctors fear that skepticism, fueled by anti-science sentiment and mistrust, is extending beyond vaccines to other proven, routine care.
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Transcript: Tom Homan on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 29, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Tom Homan, Trump administration border czar, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 29, 2026.
Transcript: Jerome Adams on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 29, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Jerome Adams, surgeon general in the first Trump administration, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 29, 2026.
Transcript: Rep. Jim Himes on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 29, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Jim Himes, Democrat of Connecticut, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 29, 2026.
Transcript: Karim Sadjadpour, Ret. Gen. Frank McKenzie on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 29, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Iran policy analyst Karim Sadjadpour and former CENTCOM commander and CBS News contributor and retired Gen. Frank McKenzie that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 29, 2026.
Catholic cardinal barred from entering Jerusalem's Church of Holy Sepulchre
The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem said it was "the first time in centuries" that heads of the church were unable to celebrate Palm Sunday Mass at the sacred site.
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Michael Jordan on NASCAR, basketball and the one title he won't claim
Michael Jordan reflects on his life after basketball, his move into NASCAR, and the pressure that still comes with his competitive drive and fame.
Olivia Munn's "no symptoms" cancer diagnosis fueled lifesaving mission
Olivia Munn tells Tracy Smith about how she turned a symptomless Stage 1 breast cancer diagnosis into a mission to help other women.
Olivia Munn shares her breast cancer journey
Olivia Munn is busier than ever, starring in the new series "Your Friends and Neighbors," raising two kids and juggling a packed career. But as Tracy Smith reports in our Sunday Profile, an unexpected diagnosis reshaped her life in ways she never imagined.
3/29: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The story of Elizabeth Tsurkov's 903-day captivity in Iraq; Olivia Munn's breast cancer journey; Michael Jordan's drive to change NASCAR; the reinvention of "Cats" on Broadway; and New York's botanical superhero.
Brandon Uranowitz on reviving "Ragtime"
Tony Award-winner Brandon Uranowitz sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his journey to landing his latest role in "Ragtime" at Lincoln Center.
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Judge blocks Pentagon's Anthropic risk label
A judge has temporarily blocked the Pentagon's attempt to designate Anthropic as a supply chain risk. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
Kentucky family rejects millions for land
A mother and daughter in Kentucky have turned down a $26 million offer for their land. The offer came from an unnamed tech company wanting to build a data center. CBS News' Jared Ochacher spoke with the family.
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.
CBS News poll analysis on what jobs AI should be doing
As AI use rises, many see it decreasing the number of jobs available.
What jobs are most at risk from AI
New research from the Society of Human Resource Management shows which regions and jobs are most at risk from artificial intelligence. Johnny Taylor, president and CEO of SHRM, joins CBS News to discuss the findings.
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Arctic sea ice hits lowest winter level as heat records are shattered worldwide
Arctic sea ice levels are crucial to Earth's climate because, without the ice reflecting sunlight, more heat energy goes into the oceans.
Sharks in Bahamas test positive for caffeine, painkillers, cocaine
Marine biologists found detectable levels of caffeine, cocaine and the over-the-counter painkillers in the blood of 28 sharks.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
Amputee sea turtle being tracked at sea from space
The staff at a Florida sea turtle hospital is monitoring some animals they've rehabilitated from space -- especially amputees, such as one they named Amelie, who's back at sea.
600-year-old pinot noir grape seed found in medieval hospital
The seed reveals that people in France have been cultivating the popular variety of grape since at least the 1400s, scientists say.
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Denise and Aaron Quinn Get the Last Word
A couple is attacked as they slept. They later team up with law enforcement and get their assailant to confess to more crimes. "48 Hours" correspondent Tracy Smith reports.
Attack survivors, not believed by police, get the last word against kidnapper
After their kidnapping case drew national attention because they were accused of making it up, Denise Huskins Quinn and Aaron Quinn worked with law enforcement to help uncover additional crimes committed by their attacker – helping to bring justice to other victims and reclaiming their own story.
French police stop apparent bomb attack outside Bank of America building
The incident occurred in the middle of the night, while the office was closed. No employees were injured, according to the bank.
Tiger Woods released from jail after arrest
Tiger Woods was released from the Martin County jail in Florida following his DUI arrest after a rollover crash on Friday.
Colombian navy says it shut down 30 drug labs, seized 2 tons of cocaine
The Colombian navy said it also seized thousands of gallons of smuggled fuel, preventing "the strengthening of illicit economies."
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What would success mean for Artemis II flight?
The 322-foot rocket set to launch Artemis II stood ready on the pad at the Kennedy Space Center on Saturday. It will be the first crewed moonshot in over a half-century. Mark Strassmann is there.
Meet the rescue team behind the astronauts as Artemis II's launch approaches
A global team of Air Force rescuers is on standby, ready to come to the aid of the Artemis II crew after their space launch.
Behind the plans of an Artemis II rescue
While final preparations are underway for the Artemis II launch, "CBS Saturday Morning" takes a peek behind-the-scenes at the plans being made for if the crew needs to be rescued.
NASA begins final countdown for moon mission
NASA's Artemis II crew arrived in Florida on Friday, signaling final preparations are underway for the first crewed Moon mission since the Apollo 17 mission in 1972.
Crew arrives ahead of Artemis II launch
Four NASA astronauts are gearing up for a historic mission to return humans to deep space for the first time in over 50 years. The crew touched down at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Friday for final preparations ahead of next week's planned Artemis II launch. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Extended interview: Olivia Munn
Olivia Munn reflects on her career, family, breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Himes: Trump "flat-out lying" on Iran talks
Rep. Jim Himes, the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee, told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that he believes President Trump was "flat-out lying" last week about negotiations with Iran, accusing the president of having "made up" having talks after facing "financial cataclysm on Monday."
McKenzie on Strait of Hormuz
Ret. Gen. Frank McKenzie, former CENTCOM commander and a CBS News contributor, and Iran policy analyst Karim Sadjadpour joined "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" to discuss their latest analysis of the ongoing war in Iran.
Ex-Surgeon General on social media
Jerome Adams, who served as surgeon general in the first Trump administration, told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that he's "happy that we're having a conversation" about the social media addiction, saying that the U.S. needs to "similar to cigarettes, point out the fact that these substances, meaning social media platforms, are incredibly addictive."
Face the Nation: Adams, Sadjadpour, McKenzie
Missed the second half of the show? Former U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams, Iran policy analyst Karim Sadjadpour and former CENTCOM commander and CBS News contributor and retired Gen. Frank McKenzie join.