Italy leads revolt against Europe's electric vehicle transition
PM Giorgia Meloni's far-right government tried and failed to block EU plans to ban all new fossil fuel-powered cars by 2035, but it's not giving up the fight entirely.
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Lithium-ion battery sparks fire that kills 1 and injures 10, FDNY says
The blaze started around 11 p.m. and took 90 minutes to subdue, according to officials.
Jury finds Kevin Spacey not liable in sex abuse trial
A New York City jury Thursday found Kevin Spacey not liable for battery in his sexual abuse trial. Actor Anthony Rapp had claimed the Academy Award winner was sexually inappropriate toward him when he was 14. Jurors decided that Rapp did not prove his allegations. Legal analyst Rachel Fiset joins CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss the verdict.
Florida police sergeant charged after arrest
A Florida police sergeant has been charged with felony battery after being caught on bodycam video grabbing a female officer by the neck during an arrest when she pulled him away from a handcuffed suspect. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Sergeant charged after grabbing colleague's neck
A Florida police sergeant has been charged with felony battery after being caught on body camera video grabbing a female officer by the neck during a November arrest. Jeff Pegues has the latest.
Mario Batali found not guilty of sexual misconduct
Celebrity chef Mario Batali was found not guilty of indecent assault and battery after he was accused of touching and kissing a woman without her consent in 2017.
Nissan, NASA teaming on "game changing" electric vehicle batteries
Nissan says they'll be so stable they could be used in pacemakers. The Japanese giant says the all-solid-state battery will replace the lithium-ion battery now in use and promises to charge much more quickly and be lighter yet safe.
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Senate moves quickly on debt ceiling bill after House vote
The Senate is under pressure to approve the legislation to suspend the debt ceiling before Monday.
Senate votes to undo Biden's student loan relief
President Joe Biden has vowed to veto any legislative effort to thwart his student loan relief program.
Satellite images show scale of destruction in Russia's war on Ukraine
The devastating reality of Russia's brutal air war against Ukraine is plain to see in before and after images from Google Earth.
Wray confirmed existence of record alleging Biden bribery scheme, Comer says
GOP Rep. James Comer issued a subpoena to FBI Director Christopher Wray earlier this month.
Tropical storm could form off Florida coast on 1st day of hurricane season
The brewing system in the Gulf of Mexico could be the first named storm of the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season.
Trump wants new judge in New York criminal case
Attorneys for former President Donald Trump are asking the judge overseeing his New York criminal case to recuse himself, citing "significant conflicts."
Biden trips and falls onstage at Air Force commencement ceremony
President Biden was quickly helped to his feet and appeared to be unhurt after tripping onstage.
Supreme Court ruling deals another blow to organized labor
Decision weakens labor protections by potentially discouraging employees from going on strike, worker advocates say.
Asylum limits justified given "sheer number" of migrants, top official says
The rules ban many migrants from asylum if they don't wait for an appointment to enter the U.S. at an official border crossing.
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Asylum limits justified given "sheer number" of migrants, top official says
The rules ban many migrants from asylum if they don't wait for an appointment to enter the U.S. at an official border crossing.
Money stored on apps like PayPal could be at risk, feds warn
Financial watchdog urges consumers who keep funds with a digital app to transfer the money to an insured bank account.
4-year-old Illinois girl accidentally shot and killed by another child
The victim, a 4-year-old girl, was accidentally shot by another child from the same household Wednesday. The girl's father said that a handgun he owned was involved in the shooting, police said.
Biden trips and falls onstage at Air Force commencement ceremony
President Biden was quickly helped to his feet and appeared to be unhurt after tripping onstage.
Senate votes to undo Biden's student loan relief
President Joe Biden has vowed to veto any legislative effort to thwart his student loan relief program.
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Money stored on apps like PayPal could be at risk, feds warn
Financial watchdog urges consumers who keep funds with a digital app to transfer the money to an insured bank account.
Supreme Court ruling deals another blow to organized labor
Decision weakens labor protections by potentially discouraging employees from going on strike, worker advocates say.
More big companies are weighing in on political and social issues. Here's why.
There is a major shift in corporate America's tone as more big brands sell not only their products, but also their values.
Eating disorder helpline shuts down AI chatbot that gave bad advice
The National Eating Disorder Association had fired human helpline employees after they voted to unionize.
Meta threatens news ban in California over bill to support journalism
Owner of Facebook and Instagram could bar users in the state from sharing news over bill requiring tech companies to pay news publishers.
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Asylum limits justified given "sheer number" of migrants, top official says
The rules ban many migrants from asylum if they don't wait for an appointment to enter the U.S. at an official border crossing.
Biden trips and falls onstage at Air Force commencement ceremony
President Biden was quickly helped to his feet and appeared to be unhurt after tripping onstage.
Senate votes to undo Biden's student loan relief
President Joe Biden has vowed to veto any legislative effort to thwart his student loan relief program.
Who voted against the debt ceiling bill in the House, and who voted for it?
The debt ceiling bill sailed through the House by a vote of 314 to 117, with 149 Republicans and 165 Democrats supporting the measure.
Supreme Court ruling deals another blow to organized labor
Decision weakens labor protections by potentially discouraging employees from going on strike, worker advocates say.
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Sweden close to becoming first "smoke free" country in Europe
Sweden, which has the lowest rate of smoking in the Europe Union, is close to declaring itself "smoke free."
Winter saw "large spike" in very rare pediatric brain infections, CDC reports
At least 102 were hospitalized in December, nearly double an earlier peak.
Canada is putting warning labels on each cigarette: "Poison in every puff"
The warnings - in English and French - include "poison in every puff," "tobacco smoke harms children" and "cigarettes cause impotence."
Fewer babies born in 2022, and teen births decline, CDC reports
The decline in births is "a very small difference" from the year before.
What is cytomegalovirus, the leading infectious cause of birth defects?
More than half of U.S. adults have it, and it typically doesn't make them sick — but few people have ever heard of it.
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Hurricanes vs. typhoons vs. cyclones: What's the difference?
The Atlantic hurricane season began June 1, with experts predicting at least 12 cyclones and five hurricanes before late November.
Asylum limits justified given "sheer number" of migrants, top official says
The rules ban many migrants from asylum if they don't wait for an appointment to enter the U.S. at an official border crossing.
Footprints revive hope of finding 4 children missing in Colombia jungle
Searchers believe the children likely are still alive because otherwise animals would have been drawn to their remains, Sánchez said.
45 bags with human remains found in Mexico
Authorities had been looking for seven young people who had been reported missing last week when they found the site.
Sweden close to becoming first "smoke free" country in Europe
Sweden, which has the lowest rate of smoking in the Europe Union, is close to declaring itself "smoke free."
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Sean "Diddy" Combs sues liquor giant Diageo, accusing it of racism
The suit asserts that while Diageo publicly promotes itself as a leader on diversity, Combs and his company found it unwilling to treat its Black partners equally. Diageo denies it.
William and Kate show up for royal wedding of Jordan's crown prince
The British royals' attendance at the ceremony in Amman was kept under wraps until just a few hours before the start of the palace ceremony.
Kim Cattrall set to reprise role in "Sex and the City" spinoff
Cattrall starred in six seasons and two movie spinoffs of "Sex and the City."
Dolly Parton holds 3 new Guinness World Records
Country legend Dolly Parton has been awarded three new Guinness World Records for her musical achievements, including the record for the longest span of No.1 hits for a female artist on the U.S. Top Country Albums chart, at more than 43 years.
Dolly Parton earns new Guinness World Records for musical achievements
Parton set the record for the longest span of No. 1 hits on the US Top Country Albums chart for a female artist.
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Money stored on apps like PayPal could be at risk, feds warn
Financial watchdog urges consumers who keep funds with a digital app to transfer the money to an insured bank account.
"The ChatGPT Revolution" explored in CBS doc
In a new documentary, CBS Reports explores the unleashing of artificial intelligence, a rapidly evolving technology. Entrepreneur João Santos, who created AIsthetic, an apparel company using CHatGPT as the CEO, joins CBS News.
Meta threatens news ban in California over bill to support journalism
Owner of Facebook and Instagram could bar users in the state from sharing news over bill requiring tech companies to pay news publishers.
Waymo robotaxis expand operations, paving the way for driverless future
Waymo recently announced a partnership with Uber and has expanded its presence.
Future of driverless cars
Self-driving robotaxis are a future that's already arriving in a handful of U.S. cities. It's a business that's expected to grow into a $100 billion market by 2029. The company Waymo is widely seen as leading the way and just announced a partnership with Uber. Kris Van Cleave reports.
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Trucker detained after a "weird" potato spill on a key Denmark bridge
Officials say it "looks weird," and could have been an accident - or a protest over new environmental restrictions on diesel trucks hauling heavy loads.
Ancient mastodon tooth found by jogger on California beach
The massive fossil once belonged to an ancient elephant-like creature dating back to the Ice Age.
Are orcas coordinating attacks on boats?
Killer whales could be learning to attack small boats. Scientists are warning about an increase in what appear to be coordinated attacks by orcas on several vessels off the coast of Europe. One boat had to be abandoned and left to sink in the Strait of Gibraltar. Jeff Corwin, a biologist and wildlife conservationist, has more.
One-third of Florida properties at risk of severe flooding, but some residents unaware
Florida is one of 21 states with no requirements to disclose flood risks to home buyers, according to a nonprofit organization.
Canadian wildfires felt in Northeastern U.S.
Wildfires in Canada are creating dangerous air quality conditions in several states in the Northeastern U.S. The smoke has moved south over New England, New York and New Jersey and officials are warning it could cause breathing issues, especially for people with underlying respiratory conditions. Dr. Neelu Tummala joined CBS News to talk about the situation. She is the co-director of the Climate and Health Institute at George Washington University and an ear, nose and throat physician.
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45 bags with human remains found in Mexico
Authorities had been looking for seven young people who had been reported missing last week when they found the site.
Officer killed, another injured during hostage situation in Mississippi
The subject of the hostage situation is also dead.
Man arrested on murder charges was "looking forward" to killing again
When Raul Meza was arrested, police said he was carrying zip ties, a flashlight, duct tape and a .22 caliber pistol with extra rounds.
Cause of death revealed for convicted killer who escaped prison
Bradley Gillespie was imprisoned since 2016 and was convicted of a double homicide.
Danny Masterson found guilty of rape
"That '70s Show" star Danny Masterson is facing up to 30 years in prison after a Los Angles jury found him guilty of two counts of rape. Elise Preston reports.
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Webb telescope discovers traces of water in atmosphere of exoplanet
Scientists first made a brightness map of the exoplanet, then a temperature map of the atmosphere.
NASA holds first public meeting on UFOs
NASA says it's received more than 800 reports of unidentified flying objects from around the world over the past 27 years, but only about 2-5% of them are actually mysteries. For the very first time, the space agency's team investigating UFOs held a public meeting, revealing the research it's doing to understand the unexplained objects. Nate Burleson reports.
What NASA's UFO hearing revealed
NASA on Wednesday held its first public meeting looking into UFOs -- known now as UAPs, or unidentified anomalous phenomena. A panel of experts came together to try and explain the mysterious sightings. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood explains what investigators have discovered so far.
Webb telescope detects 6,000-mile plume blasting from Saturn's moon
Scientists say the plume may feed Saturn's water system at large, and studying it could provide key insights into potential life beyond Earth.
NASA UFO group stresses need for better data in first public meeting
The 16-member independent study group is set to release a report detailing the findings of its investigation later this summer.
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Summer music heats up 2023
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
N.J. woman survives a home invasion, brutal stabbing by a young stranger
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
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.
How investigators solved murder of missing Florida woman
Vero Beach Police investigators focused on cellphone tower pings and surveillance footage cameras to catch a man who murdered his former girlfriend.
Lamar Johnson's 28-year fight for freedom
Lamar Johnson was convicted of Markus Boyd's murder in 1995. He always insisted he was innocent, but it would take almost three decades for a court to agree.
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The ChatGPT Revolution | CBS Reports
The artificial intelligence revolution has arrived. AI tools such as ChatGPT offer the power to transform fields like business, art, medical research and more. But this technology also brings ethical uncertainty and peril. CBS Reports explores the unleashing of this still rapidly evolving creation and some of the possible dangers.
Biden falls on stage at Air Force Academy
President Biden fell Thursday during the Air Force Academy's commencement ceremony. CBS News reporter Bo Erickson has more.
"The ChatGPT Revolution" explored in CBS doc
In a new documentary, CBS Reports explores the unleashing of artificial intelligence, a rapidly evolving technology. Entrepreneur João Santos, who created AIsthetic, an apparel company using CHatGPT as the CEO, joins CBS News.
Destruction from war on Ukraine revealed
The scale of the devastation unleashed on Ukraine since Russia launched its full-scale invasion has been vividly captured in satellite images from Google Earth's public website.
Human metapneumovirus infections up 36%: CDC
According to the CDC, cases of human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, were 36% higher than average this season. Among the symptoms: nasal congestion, a cough, fever and shortness of breath. Dr. Celine Gounder, editor-at-large for public health at Kaiser Health News and infectious disease specialist and epidemiologist at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine, has more on this illness.