Bill Nye warns U.S. could "cede leadership to other countries" if NASA budget is cut
Bill Nye the Science Guy on Monday protested against a federal budget proposal that would see NASA's funding reduced from $24 billion to $18.8 billion.
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Bill Nye the Science Guy joined hundreds of protesters in Washington, D.C., on Monday to demonstrate against the Trump administration's proposed budget cuts to NASA science activities. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett spoke with Nye about his fight to keep the space agency funded.
Bill Nye warns against proposed NASA cuts
Hundreds gathered in Washington, D.C., on Monday to protest against the Trump administration's proposed cuts to NASA's science activities. Leading the charge was Bill Nye, who joins "The Takeout" to discuss why he's fighting to save the space agency from deep cuts.
Stars cheer Gayle King's journey to space
With just days to go before liftoff, Gayle King gets a surprise sendoff on "CBS Mornings" from friends and famous faces including Tom Hanks, William Shatner, Bill Nye and Megan Rapinoe.
Bill Nye discusses total solar eclipse
Bill Nye "The Science Guy" got to see the total solar eclipse from Fredericksburg, Texas. He spoke with "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell about what it was like.
Texas readies for a total solar eclipse
As the solar eclipse reaches totality in Mexico, Texas will become the first U.S. state to witness the celestial event. Bill Nye joins CBS News' Janet Shamlian, Norah O'Donnell and Tony Dokoupil with advice on how to make the eclipse memorable.
Bill Nye on solar eclipse viewing glasses
Bill Nye joins “CBS Mornings” to explain the crucial role of solar eclipse glasses in safely enjoying the spectacle, and the science that makes it all possible.
Bill Nye the Science Guy on the solar eclipse
Bill Nye the Science Guy will be watching for Monday afternoon's total solar eclipse from the path of totality in Texas. He joined CBS News to discuss the event.
Bill Nye shares tips for eclipse: "Be in the moment"
Bill Nye the Science Guy encouraged people to take in their surroundings, saying the eclipse is a great shared experience.
"Emily's Wonder Lab" host on new science book
Emily Calandrelli, familiar to audiences from her TikToks, Netflix show "Emily's Wonder Lab" and collaborations with Bill Nye, introduces her new book "Stay Curious and Keep Exploring: Next Level."
Bill Nye's tips for solar eclipse
NASA estimates a total solar eclipse happens where you live an average of once every 375 years. The path of totality stretches across the U.S. from Oregon to South Carolina. Bill Nye, scientist and CEO of the Planetary Society, joins "CBS This Morning" from Beatrice, Nebraska, to discuss what to expect.
Bill Nye: Unleash your inner nerd
Bill Nye has worked for decades to get audiences excited about science. He hosted the popular and influential "Bill Nye the Science Guy" show, covering everything from atoms to the atmosphere and winning 19 Emmys along the way. Nye joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his new book, "Everything All at Once: How to Unleash Your Inner Nerd, Tap into Radical Curiosity and Solve Any Problem."
Bill Nye talks climate control
"Bill Nye the Science Guy" has gone from changing the way kids look at science to trying to change the way some adults deal with climate change. It's a campaign that's driven by pure passion, as he explains to Rita Braver.
Questions for the Science Guy
The TV science show host is asked his take on a number of science topics from correspondent Rita Braver.
Intelligent life beyond earth
Is there life on other planets? Rita Braver asks the TV science show host.
Noah's Ark exhibit sparks debate of biblical proportions
Noah's Ark is standing tall again, this time in central Kentucky. What some call the greatest story ever told is now shared in a massive replica. But after two years of construction, it is both a Christian theme park and a lightning rod for critics. Mark Strassmann reports from the ark in Williamstown, Kentucky.
NASA has released the highest resolution pictures of Pluto ever captured by the New Horizons space probe
NASA has released the highest resolution pictures of Pluto ever captured by the New Horizons space probe. Bill Nye "The Science Guy" talked about the future of the U.S. Space program with CBSN.
The Science Guy stopped by CBS to make his case in an op-ed
Bill Nye takes on creationism in his new book, "Undeniable: Evolution and the Science of Creation." He stopped by CBS to make his case in an op-ed.
Nye joins "CBS This Morning" to talk about his new book.
Bill Nye "The Science Guy" taught kids on his popular TV show in the '90s. Now he's hoping to reach a bigger crowd. Nye joins "CBS This Morning" to talk about his new book, "Undeniable: Evolution and the Science of Creation."
Bill Nye on staying curious in COVID-era
Bill Nye the Science Guy is working to inspire the next generation of world-changing scientists. Nye joins "CBS This Morning" with tips for parents on how to keep kids curious and engaged with science during these times of remote learning and provides families with a simple experiment to do at home.
Bill Nye on why masks work against COVID-19
Scientist Bill Nye is urging everyone to wear a mask in the fight to stop the coronavirus. He says it is "literally a matter of life and death." Nye joins "CBS This Morning" to give a live demonstration of why masks work.
"The planet's on f***ing fire!" Bill Nye's climate rant goes viral
He's not the same kid-friendly "Science Guy" millennials grew up with
Bill Nye surprises Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez at SXSW festival
"AOC gets it," Nye tweeted after crashing the lawmaker's appearance at the Austin festival Saturday
NBA star asks NASA, Bill Nye to explain damaged plane
Oklahoma Thunder basketball team was flying from Minneapolis to Chicago when its chartered plane suffered serious damage Friday
Bill Nye, Tyler the Creator join forces for theme song
Bill Nye’s upcoming Netflix show already has some serious street cred
Trump responds to "traitor" Marjorie Taylor Greene after "60 Minutes" interview
President Trump said Georgia Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is "not AMERICA FIRST or MAGA" and also attacked "60 Minutes" and Paramount in a social media post.
Trump walks back support for releasing video of second boat strike
Over the weekend, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declined to commit to releasing video of a September boat strike operation.
Alina Habba resigns from U.S. attorney's office after court ruling
Alina Habba served as a personal lawyer to President Trump before she was tapped to temporarily serve as U.S. attorney in New Jersey.
Defense bill would limit Pentagon travel funds until boat strike footage released
The provision was tucked into the National Defense Authorization Act, an annual defense policy bill that has passed every year for more six decades.
Fired FBI agents file lawsuit against Patel, Bondi, FBI and DOJ
Ex-FBI agents are trying to get their jobs back, claiming they were fired during Trump's second term for their efforts in 2020 to head off a riot in the wake of the killing of George Floyd.
White House announces $12 billion aid package for U.S. farmers
The new financial aid package is expected to shore up the U.S. agricultural sector, which has been hurt by tariffs and a trade war with China.
Supreme Court seems open to allowing Trump to fire some officials without cause
The Supreme Court heard arguments over the president's authority to remove members of many independent agencies that Congress has sought to insulate from political pressure.
Paramount Skydance makes $108.4 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance's $30 per share offer comes just days after Netflix agreed to buy Warner Bros. in a deal valued at $82.7 billion.
Golden Globe nominations announced for 2026. See the list.
The nominations for the 2026 Golden Globes were announced on Monday morning. Here are the nominees.
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Trump walks back support for releasing video of second boat strike
Over the weekend, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declined to commit to releasing video of a September boat strike operation.
More than 75% of homes across the U.S. are unaffordable, study finds
Homeownership can feel like a luxury when only a sliver of the country's housing market is affordable for most Americans, Bankrate analyst says.
Fired FBI agents file lawsuit against Patel, Bondi, FBI and DOJ
Ex-FBI agents are trying to get their jobs back, claiming they were fired during Trump's second term for their efforts in 2020 to head off a riot in the wake of the killing of George Floyd.
What to expect when the Fed announces next interest rate move this week
The Federal Reserve's last meeting of 2025 will determine whether borrowers get more relief on interest rates.
Miami Heat star Terry Rozier pleads not guilty in sports betting case
NBA star Terry Rozier was arrested in Orlando in October during a sweeping FBI crackdown in which 34 defendants were charged across two federal indictments.
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More than 75% of homes across the U.S. are unaffordable, study finds
Homeownership can feel like a luxury when only a sliver of the country's housing market is affordable for most Americans, Bankrate analyst says.
What to expect when the Fed announces next interest rate move this week
The Federal Reserve's last meeting of 2025 will determine whether borrowers get more relief on interest rates.
Trump announces $12 billion aid package for U.S. farmers
The new financial aid package is expected to shore up the U.S. agricultural sector, which has been hurt by tariffs and a trade war with China.
Nuts sold at Wegmans stores in 9 states recalled over salmonella risk
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
Paramount Skydance makes $108.4 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance's $30 per share offer comes just days after Netflix agreed to buy parts of Warner Bros. in a deal valued at nearly $83 billion.
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Trump walks back support for releasing video of second boat strike
Over the weekend, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declined to commit to releasing video of a September boat strike operation.
Lawmaker asks what happened to probe into for-profit dialysis industry
Two companies dominate U.S. dialysis services, and a CBS News review of federal data found one-third of dialysis clinics failed to meet federal standards this year.
Defense bill would limit Pentagon travel funds until boat strike footage released
The provision was tucked into the National Defense Authorization Act, an annual defense policy bill that has passed every year for more six decades.
Fired FBI agents file lawsuit against Patel, Bondi, FBI and DOJ
Ex-FBI agents are trying to get their jobs back, claiming they were fired during Trump's second term for their efforts in 2020 to head off a riot in the wake of the killing of George Floyd.
Jasmine Crockett announces campaign for Texas Democratic Senate primary – watch live
Rep. Jasmine Crockett filed paperwork to run for U.S. Senate just hours before the state's deadline — and hours after fellow Democrat Colin Allred dropped out.
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Nuts sold at Wegmans stores in 9 states recalled over salmonella risk
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
Details on CDC Hepatitis B vaccine decision
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's vaccine advisory panel on Friday voted to not recommend the Hepatitis B vaccine for everyone at birth, alarming many in the medical community. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to know about the decision and its potential impact.
Controversial appointee rocks FDA like "an atom bomb," scientists there say
The Trump administration's elevation of Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg to lead a high-profile office within the Food and Drug Administration is raising alarm among multiple senior FDA officials.
California warns against foraging mushrooms after cluster of poisonings, 1 death
California's public health department said one person has died and several others have suffered severe liver damage due to eating toxic mushrooms that were foraged.
Artist who fought for diagnosis turns incurable cancer journey into art
Nardiz Cooke was immediately transfixed by the mask she wore while receiving treatment for late-stage cancer.
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Defense bill would limit Pentagon travel funds until boat strike footage released
The provision was tucked into the National Defense Authorization Act, an annual defense policy bill that has passed every year for more six decades.
8 Matisse artworks stolen from library in São Paulo, Brazilian officials say
One of two suspects has been arrested in the theft of eight artworks by Matisse, as well as five pieces by Brazilian modernist painter Candido Portinari.
Wreck of 2,000-year-old pleasure boat discovered off Egypt's coast
Underwater archaeologists announced they had discovered the ancient wreck of an ancient Egyptian pleasure boat off the coast of Alexandria.
4 dead, 1 missing after wave drags swimmers out to sea at Spain tourist spot
A powerful wave dragged a group of swimmers at a popular seawater pool along the coast of the Spanish island of Tenerife. At least four people have died and one is missing.
Zelenskyy seeks support as Trump accuses him of not reading peace proposal
White House envoys say the Ukraine peace process hinges "on Russia's readiness," but Mr. Trump is once again voicing disappointment with Kyiv.
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Paramount Skydance makes $108.4 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance's $30 per share offer comes just days after Netflix agreed to buy parts of Warner Bros. in a deal valued at nearly $83 billion.
Golden Globe nominations announced for 2026. See the full list.
The nominations for the 2026 Golden Globes were announced on Monday morning. Here are the nominees.
Golden Globe nominees announced
"CBS Mornings" reveals the nominees for some of the Golden Globe Awards' biggest categories. Plus, Fandango managing editor Erik Davis breaks down the nominations.
Trump hosts Kennedy Center Honors, a first for a president
President Trump hosted the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
Book excerpt: "The Colonel and the King" by Peter Guralnick
Elvis Presley biographer Peter Guralnick's latest book traces the relationship between the King and Colonel Tom Parker, a manager whose marketing savvy helped launch a rock 'n' roll revolution.
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At least 6 families sue Character.AI
At least six American families are suing Character.AI, its co-founders and Google over the role its chatbot allegedly played in encouraging their children to take their own lives. Ian Krietzberg, AI correspondent for Puck News, joined CBS News to discuss.
Waymo fallout amid school bus safety issues
Waymo, the ride-hailing service, says it is planning a voluntary software recall to fix a glitch after reports its self-driving cars don't stop for school buses. The company has already tried to fix the issue, but police in Texas said it didn't work. Kris Van Cleave reports.
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.
2025 holiday gift ideas from Techno Claus
Who dresses as St. Nick and speaks an odd brogue? Why, it's Techno Claus, a.k.a. David Pogue! He offers "Sunday Morning" viewers his valuable tips for the gadget lovers on your gift-giving list.
There's a new face in Hollywood, generated by AI
Tilly Norwood is unlike any other aspiring TV or movie star: Tilly is entirely generated by artificial intelligence. What might that mean for the media industry?
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"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
Most dogs have wolf DNA. These breeds have more than others.
Wolf DNA seems to have influenced the size, smelling power and even personality of modern dog breeds, scientists said.
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Luigi Mangione in court for pretrial hearing
Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December 2024, returned to court Monday for a pretrial hearing. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi joins with analysis.
New evidence revealed in Mangione hearing
Luigi Mangione, charged with murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson last year in New York City, was back in court Monday as his defense attorneys try to have certain evidence withheld from his upcoming state trial. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
8 Matisse artworks stolen from library in São Paulo, Brazilian officials say
One of two suspects has been arrested in the theft of eight artworks by Matisse, as well as five pieces by Brazilian modernist painter Candido Portinari.
Drawing attention to domestic violence
It's one of the most common violent crimes in America, but many experts say we don't talk about it enough. Domestic violence is behind the majority of shootings where women are injured or killed. The head of our CBS News Crime and Public Safety Unit, Anna Schecter, takes a closer look at the issue.
Miami Heat star Terry Rozier pleads not guilty in sports betting case
NBA star Terry Rozier was arrested in Orlando in October during a sweeping FBI crackdown in which 34 defendants were charged across two federal indictments.
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"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
Air Force approves SpaceX launch pad expansion
The U.S. Air Force has approved SpaceX's plan to redevelop a historic launch pad at Cape Canaveral. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
Geomagnetic storm watch issued after powerful solar flare
Solar flares and other activity can disrupt radio communications, power grids and navigation signals, according to NASA.
Scientists think they've detected lightning on Mars: "Missing piece of the puzzle"
Researchers have documented 55 instances of "mini lightning" over two Martian years by eavesdropping on the whirling wind recorded by NASA's Perseverance rover.
Russia sends a NASA astronaut, 2 cosmonauts, up to the space station
The new space station crew includes American Chris Williams, who holds a Ph.D. in astronomy and is a board-certified medical physicist at Harvard Medical School.
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Mamdani advises New Yorkers on ICE encounters
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has released a video giving advice to New Yorkers on how to deal with immigration officials. Dave Levinthal, senior editor at NOTUS, and Mario Parker, managing editor at Bloomberg, join to discuss.
Colin Allred on why he left Texas Senate race
Former Democratic Rep. Colin Allred of Texas announced Monday he's dropping out of the Lone Star State's Senate race, and is instead running for a newly drawn House seat. Allred joins "The Takeout" to explain his decision.
Controversy in Illinois House race
An Illinois Democratic congressman denies scheming to install his chief of staff as his successor. Mayra Macias, a lifelong Democrat who has jumped into the House race as an independent, joins "The Takeout" to discuss her campaign
Minnesota lawmaker on fraud scheme
The Treasury Department is now investigating a COVID-relief fraud scheme in Minnesota that the Biden Justice Department prosecuted for years. Republican Minnesota State Rep. Kristin Robbins, who is also running for governor, joins to discuss.
Luigi Mangione in court for pretrial hearing
Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December 2024, returned to court Monday for a pretrial hearing. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi joins with analysis.