Commander of 1st flight of space shuttle Challenger dead at 85
Paul Weitz died at his retirement home in Flagstaff, Arizona, on Monday
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Scott Kelly talks about year in space, new book
The veteran astronaut joined "CBS This Morning" to talk about his new book, "Endurance: A Year in Space, A Lifetime of Discovery"
NASA sends a fidget spinner toy in space -- see it go bonkers
Just when you thought the fidget spinner rage was subsiding, astronauts on the International Space Station get one of their own
Things have changed since astronaut Scott Kelly was last in space
The astronaut will join “Face the Nation” for a second time to discuss his new memoir, a blunt, honest portrait of life in space
Space crew looks forward to expanded research
Soyuz spacecraft carrying three to the space station to enable expanded research by U.S. astronauts
Record-setting astronaut heads for home
Peggy Whitson, NASA's most experienced astronaut, returns to Earth Saturday after extended mission
A former astronaut explains how his time in space impacted his view of the threat asteroids pose to Earth
Ed Lu is a former astronaut who spent six months on the International Space Station. He tells Anderson Cooper how his time in space impacted his view of the threat asteroids pose to Earth.
Scott Parazynski on being astronaut, doctor, climbing Everest
The only person to both fly in space and summit Mount Everest says he bares his soul in his new memoir, "The Sky Below"
Ex-NASA agent fears gold lunar module will be melted down
Someone broke into Ohio museum late Friday and stole solid-gold replica of the Apollo 11 lunar module -- a collective worth millions
Soyuz crew set for trip to space station
A Russian Soyuz spacecraft carrying a three-man crew, including a NASA astronaut, is set for launch Friday to the International Space Station
First Man
"It felt like a train on a bad railroad track... and it was loud. Really loud." That's how Neil Armstrong describes the 1969 liftoff of Apollo 11. Armstrong tells Ed Bradley about his journey to the moon and how he came up with his famous line: "One small step for man; one giant leap for mankind."
Trump calls space station as astronaut sets record
"Space Ninja" Peggy Whitson talks to the president and the nation after logging more time in orbit than any other American
Three space station fliers close out 173-day mission
Outgoing station commander Shane Kimbrough and two Russian cosmonauts returned to Earth Monday after 173 days in space
Astronaut's stay aboard space station extended
Astronaut Peggy Whitson will spend three additional months aboard the International Space Station to enable a full slate of research
Woman wins custody battle against NASA for bag of moon dust
The space artifact is from the Apollo 11 mission, when Neil Armstrong and Buzz Alrdrin first stepped foot on the moon
NASA astronaut setting records and breaking barriers
Peggy Whitson, 57, is the oldest woman ever in space, and she will set a record for most time in orbit
NASA completes its "space poop challenge"
Crowdfunding platform HeroX led the 60-day challenge to design a more efficient way to go to the bathroom in space
Freeze-dried food and 1 bathroom: 6 simulate Mars in dome
Six scientists simulated a stay on Mars to gain insight into the psychological toll a real-life voyage would have on astronauts
Astronaut's first spacewalk photos are out of this world
French astronaut Thomas Pesquet, first-timer aboard the ISS, snapped photos from his first space walk
Astronaut captures stunning view of Rocky Mountains from space
French astronaut Thomas Pesquet just took “Rocky Mountain High” to a whole new level
Smooth spacewalk latest step in battery upgrade
Two space station astronauts staged a smooth spacewalk Friday, continuing ongoing work to upgrade the lab's power system
NASA and "Hidden Figures" honor John Glenn, female pioneers
At the New York premiere for the film "Hidden Figures," NASA and Hollywood alike paid tribute to John Glenn and the early days of the space program
Buzz Aldrin recovering after South Pole evacuation
Astronaut Buzz Aldrin was discharged from a New Zealand hospital on Friday, one week after a medical evacuation from Antarctica
"True American hero": World reacts to John Glenn's death
John Glenn, the astronaut and senator who died at the age of 95, is celebrated as a hero and space legend
John Glenn, first American to orbit the Earth, dead at 95
John H. Glenn Jr., a decorated combat veteran and test pilot who gained worldwide fame as the first American to orbit the Earth, died at 95 years old
Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, striking down Trump's order
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
Supreme Court strikes down coordinated campaign spending limits
The Supreme Court struck down federal limits on the amount of money a political committee can spend in coordination with federal candidates.
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U.S.-Iran peace efforts inch along, mired by Israel's fight with Hezbollah
A long-term U.S.-Iran peace deal may depend on a separate agreement between Israel and Lebanon. Analysts say that presents a problem.
Maps show heat dome forecast to scorch major U.S. cities this week
A heat wave will blast much of the eastern U.S. this week, and forecasters say temperatures will feel even hotter because of the high humidity that's arriving with it.
LeBron James to leave Lakers, play elsewhere in 24th NBA season
James, 41, played eight seasons with the Lakers and led the franchise to its 17th NBA championship in the 2019-2020 season.
Rescuers cling to hope for survivors 6 days after Venezuela earthquakes
The earthquakes that hit Venezuela 6 days ago may have damaged or destroyed 58,000 buildings, NASA says, as rescuers race the clock to find survivors.
Supreme Court upholds state transgender athlete bans in girls' and women's sports
The Supreme Court upheld state laws from West Virginia and Idaho that restricted participation by transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
GOP Rep. Tom Kean returns to Congress, says he was diagnosed with depression
The New Jersey congressman missed more than 140 votes since March 5 as those around him declined to give specifics about his medical issue.
He dreamed of becoming a physician assistant. New loan rules may thwart him.
Starting July 1, the government will cap what graduate students may borrow in federal loans, forcing many toward private lenders with higher interest rates.
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Less than 40% of U.S. households can afford a starter home, study finds
The typical non-homeowner household earns about $7,000 less than what's needed to buy an entry-level home, according to LendingTree.
Supreme Court says nation's top copyright official can keep job for now
The Supreme Court on Tuesday said it won't allow President Trump to remove the nation's top copyright official.
Supreme Court takes up challenges to AR-15 bans
The Supreme Court agreed to take up challenges to so-called assault-weapons bans in Cook County, Illinois, and Connecticut.
Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, striking down Trump's order
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
Supreme Court strikes down coordinated campaign spending limits
The Supreme Court struck down federal limits on the amount of money a political committee can spend in coordination with federal candidates.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding rumors fuel big bets on prediction markets
The impending wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce has already generated more than $4.5 million in wagers, according to Kalshi.
Less than 40% of U.S. households can afford a starter home, study finds
The typical non-homeowner household earns about $7,000 less than what's needed to buy an entry-level home, according to LendingTree.
AI could make people dull, one scientist fears. Here's why.
AI tends to "play it safe within a user's preferences," nudging people toward more conventional choices, according to computational social scientist Sandra Matz.
Ford recalls more than 741,000 vehicles due to faulty park system
Ford estimates that 1% of the vehicles have the defect, according to the recall notice.
He dreamed of becoming a physician assistant. New loan rules may thwart him.
Starting July 1, the government will cap what graduate students may borrow in federal loans, forcing many toward private lenders with higher interest rates.
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Supreme Court says nation's top copyright official can keep job for now
The Supreme Court on Tuesday said it won't allow President Trump to remove the nation's top copyright official.
Supreme Court takes up challenges to AR-15 bans
The Supreme Court agreed to take up challenges to so-called assault-weapons bans in Cook County, Illinois, and Connecticut.
Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, striking down Trump's order
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
Supreme Court strikes down coordinated campaign spending limits
The Supreme Court struck down federal limits on the amount of money a political committee can spend in coordination with federal candidates.
Supreme Court upholds state transgender athlete bans in girls' and women's sports
The Supreme Court upheld state laws from West Virginia and Idaho that restricted participation by transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
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What is the viral trend looksmaxxing?
Looksmaxxing is a viral and controversial trend that encourages young men to maximize their appearance. Adam Yamaguchi shows why it's resonating with some people.
He dreamed of becoming a physician assistant. New loan rules may thwart him.
Starting July 1, the government will cap what graduate students may borrow in federal loans, forcing many toward private lenders with higher interest rates.
Here's what to know about Medicare's new GLP-1 weight-loss drug program
For the first time, Medicare will cover GLP-1 drugs prescribed solely for weight loss for eligible beneficiaries at a $50 monthly copay.
Former NFL star Chris Johnson says he's been diagnosed with ALS
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Mom gets answers after fighting for diagnosis: "Something's wrong"
Michelle Williams struggled with high blood pressure and swelling for years before she was finally diagnosed with an unusual condition.
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Arrests made after bomb attack targets reporter threatened by mafia
Sigfrido Ranucci had just returned home at the time of the explosion, and his daughter had walked by a half-hour before, his employer said.
Rescuers cling to hope for survivors 6 days after Venezuela earthquakes
The earthquakes that hit Venezuela 6 days ago may have damaged or destroyed 58,000 buildings, NASA says, as rescuers race the clock to find survivors.
Prince Harry "exploring every option" to bring family on U.K. visit
Prince Harry's request for taxpayer-funded police protection during a visit home this summer was reportedly rejected by U.K. authorities.
Fossil found in drawer turns out to be first dinosaur bone from Antarctica
Dinosaur fossils are rare to find in Antarctica because of the unforgiving ice caps. But millions of years ago, the region was populated by lush forests.
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U.S.-Iran peace efforts inch along, mired by Israel's fight with Hezbollah
A long-term U.S.-Iran peace deal may depend on a separate agreement between Israel and Lebanon. Analysts say that presents a problem.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding rumors fuel big bets on prediction markets
The impending wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce has already generated more than $4.5 million in wagers, according to Kalshi.
Brandon Lake opens up about his music
Grammy-winner Brandon Lake is one of the biggest names in Christian music. He speaks with "CBS Mornings" about how his audience is growing, collaborations and how he got his start.
Taylor Swift wedding mystery deepens
Will Taylor Swift be marrying Travis Kelce this week at Madison Square Garden? Jericka Duncan reports.
Carl Rinsch sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for defrauding Netflix
According to prosecutors and testimony, Carl Rinsch told Netflix he needed $11 million to finish a show, but spent whopping sums on luxury cars, watches and other goods, including $638,000 on two mattresses.
Aide who planned JFK Jr.'s secret wedding weighs in on Swift-Kelce rumors
RoseMarie Terenzio, who was JFK Jr.'s former chief of staff and planned his secret wedding to Carolyn Bessette, said she doesn't think Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting married at Madison Square Garden.
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AI could make people dull, one scientist fears. Here's why.
AI tends to "play it safe within a user's preferences," nudging people toward more conventional choices, according to computational social scientist Sandra Matz.
U.S. eases restrictions on Mythos AI model
The Trump administration is allowing Anthropic to restore access to its Mythos 5 AI model for a select group of U.S. companies and federal agencies. New York Times tech reporter Sheera Frenkel joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
How trains drove American history
The transcontinental railroad changed just about everything in America: transportation, communications, commerce, cities, politics, even our perception of time. Correspondent David Pogue visits Steamtown National Historic Site, in Scranton, Pa., home to Big Boy, the biggest functioning steam train in the world, to learn how trains helped define an expansive America.
California creates AI job trend tracker
California now has the nation's first dashboard to publicly track artificial intelligence-related job trends, ones created and ones lost. As of now, early findings show no evidence of rising statewide unemployment from jobs exposed to AI. Till von Wachter, a faculty director of the California Policy Lab at UCLA, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
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NASA strives to save doomed telescope
NASA is in a race against time as the Swift Observatory telescope in orbit sinks closer to Earth. CBS News consultant William Harwood explains the $30 million salvage operation.
Fossil found in drawer turns out to be first dinosaur bone from Antarctica
Dinosaur fossils are rare to find in Antarctica because of the unforgiving ice caps. But millions of years ago, the region was populated by lush forests.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Ancient Egyptian burial site reveals centuries of changing traditions
Human and animal remains unearthed in Egypt's Nile Delta reveal changing funerary practices over some 600 years, and the evolution of a key site itself.
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Suspect in D.C. Israeli murders back in court
The man accused of killing two Israeli embassy staffers in Washington, D.C., is back in court today. CBS News crime and public safety unit's senior coordinating producer Anna Schecter has more on the case.
Arrests made after bomb attack targets reporter threatened by mafia
Sigfrido Ranucci had just returned home at the time of the explosion, and his daughter had walked by a half-hour before, his employer said.
Over half a million dollars stolen from ATMs in "jackpotting" scheme
Four men are accused of stealing more than half a million dollars from ATMs in Connecticut, in a "jackpotting scheme," authorities said.
Monaco attack injures at least 3
Officials say a bomb went off at a residential building in Monaco, leaving at least three people injured, including a Ukrainian businessman. Chris Livesay reports.
Carl Rinsch sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for defrauding Netflix
According to prosecutors and testimony, Carl Rinsch told Netflix he needed $11 million to finish a show, but spent whopping sums on luxury cars, watches and other goods, including $638,000 on two mattresses.
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NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
Researchers find "Pink Planet" has salty clouds: "We were very surprised"
The "Pink Planet," formally known as GJ504b, was discovered in 2013 and is technically not a planet but rather a "planetary-mass companion."
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The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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High winds and heat are fueling Utah's out-of-control wildfires; Iranian drones target Bahrain after U.S. strikes Iran.
Colorado primaries test progressive wave
Democrats are hoping to nab their next major win in Colorado's primary elections on Tuesday. CBS News' Zak Hudak has more.
USMNT to face Bosnia and Herzegovina
The pressure is on for the U.S. men's national soccer team ahead of their first knockout match against Bosnia and Herzegovina. CBS News' Elizabeth Campbell reports.
How Americans feel about the U.S.
The number of Americans who say they feel very patriotic has declined, a new CBS News poll shows. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto examines Americans' attitudes about democracy, economic prosperity and more.
NASA strives to save doomed telescope
NASA is in a race against time as the Swift Observatory telescope in orbit sinks closer to Earth. CBS News consultant William Harwood explains the $30 million salvage operation.