675 swans found dead at nature reserve as experts probe bird flu
The nature reserve is home to a variety of rare and endangered species.
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Avian flu kills polar bear for first time ever
Rampant avian flu that has impacted millions of birds in the U.S. has now killed a polar bear for the first time ever recorded.
State of emergency declared in Sonoma amid avian flu outbreak
In response to an outbreak of avian flu, the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors has declared a state of emergency.
New deadly bird flu cases reported in Iowa
The Iowa Department of Agriculture reported the infected commercial poultry flocks within weeks of a turkey farm in South Dakota and one in Utah reporting the first outbreaks in the U.S. since April.
7.5 million chickens culled due to South Africa bird flu outbreaks
The slaughter of millions of chickens to curb 2 separate bird flu outbreaks in South Africa has led to egg and poultry "supply constraints."
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At least 16 dead after helicopter crash near Kyiv; inflation and bird flu cause egg prices to double over the past year.
Bird flu fears grow in U.S.
A new strain of bird flu has been found in other mammals in the U.S., stoking fears humans could be next. Dr. Richard Webby, a faculty member in the Department of Infectious Diseases at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the risk.
Bird flu kills 11-year-old girl in Cambodia
Cambodia's health ministry said the girl from a rural village fell sick last week and was diagnosed shortly before she died Wednesday.
U.S. to test vaccine against bird flu outbreak
The global spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza has devastated the commercial poultry industry and wild birds in recent years.
WHO: Bird flu risk low for humans
While H5N1 influenza, more commonly known as bird flu, can be transmitted to mammals, the World Health Organization says the risk to humans remains low and the organization is closely monitoring the spread. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joined Anne-Marie Green and Seth Doane to discuss the virus, the use of ChatGPT in the health care sector and answer medical questions from the public.
Egg prices have soared. Now a lawmaker wants to know why.
With egg costs more than doubling in the past year, calls are coming for an investigation into possible price gouging.
Egg prices soaring nationwide
Regional egg shortages across the country are leading to higher egg prices while leaving many store shelves empty. Experts blame production issues, but also widespread bird flu nationwide, which they describe as endemic, meaning the problem will not be over soon. Carter Evans reports.
Egg prices have soared 60% in a year. Here's why.
Egg costs are soaring as Americans' eating habits change and as a deadly disease wipes out millions of birds.
MoneyWatch: Egg prices soar across U.S.
The cost of eggs is soaring across the country, as millions of Americans are still struggling with high inflation. Sonja Sharp, a Metro reporter for the Los Angeles Times, joins CBS News to discuss why the staple food has become so expensive.
Chasing the bird flu (2005)
From 2005, a report on H5N1, also called avian flu, a bird virus ravaging the poultry industry in Asia which has, on rare occasions, infected humans, killing half of its victims. Steve Kroft spoke with Dr. Anthony Fauci, head of the government’s Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, for this story. Fauci is stepping down this week.
Bird flu prompts slaughter of 1.8 million chickens in Nebraska
Nebraska agriculture officials say another 1.8 million chickens must be killed after bird flu was found on a farm.
Here's how much more Thanksgiving dinner will cost this year
Annual holiday feast is likely to see sharply higher prices for turkey and other traditional food items.
Inflation, bird flu send turkey prices soaring
Janet Shamlian traveled to an Indiana turkey farm, where she found inflation is not the only reason this year's Thanksgiving meal is going to cost more.
Emmanuel the emu suffered from stress, not bird flu, caretaker says
Emmanuel the emu is one of just two birds out of more than 50 on the farm that survived a deadly wave of bird flu, and is believed to have been "incredibly overwhelmed" by the situation.
TikTok's Emmanuel the Emu fighting to survive deadly bird flu
Emmanuel, known on TikTok for his hilarious relationship with caretaker Taylor Blake, is now one of just two surviving birds at Knuckle Bump Farms after the Bird Flu killed more than 50 in just three days.
Bird flu outbreak ravages poultry farms across U.S.
Poultry farms across the U.S. are scrambling to contain a new, highly contagious avian flu. The outbreak has contributed to a 47% increase in the price of eggs at grocery stores in July compared to a year ago. John Ramos has more.
Hundreds of dead birds wash up on island; officials fear avian flu
Animal control officers collected the birds and sent many to the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife for testing.
Bird flu forces chickens into lockdown
Farmers across the U.S. and Europe are keeping their organic and free-range chickens inside amidst the worst outbreak of avian influenza in years. Dr. William Schaffner, a professor of infectious diseases for Vanderbilt University, joins CBS News' Mola Lenghi and Tanya Rivero to discuss the outbreak.
Colorado inmate tests positive for avian flu, officials say risk to others is low
Health officials said the H5N1 flu is unlikely to spread to other people.
China reports rare human case of bird flu
The H3N8 bird flu strain does not yet have the ability to effectively infect humans and poses a low risk for a large-scale epidemic, officials say.
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Iran, U.S. ramp up tit-for-tat strikes ahead of slain leader's burial
Iran's former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is being buried amid an escalating exchange of fire on the 132nd day of the war.
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Army to share findings of Kuwait attack probe with Gold Star families
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 Iranian strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Olympian David Hearn pleads not guilty to charges of damaging Reflecting Pool
Three-time Olympian David Hearn was indicted July 2, after he was accused of ripping out a portion of the sealant from the bottom of the Reflecting Pool on June 19.
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American-made technology guiding Ukraine's strikes into Russia
The American defense firm Shield AI has played an increasingly important role in Ukraine's campaign of strikes in Russia.
Graham Platner suspends Maine Senate campaign after sexual assault allegation
Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner is suspending his campaign against GOP Sen. Susan Collins, after a woman accused him of sexually assaulting her five years ago.
Year after Supreme Court limited broad injunctions, groups see shifting landscape
More than one year after the Supreme Court restricted the use of nationwide injunctions, groups challenging President Trump's agenda have relied on other mechanisms to broadly block his policies.
A Florida airport is now named after Trump, with old airport code still used for now
Palm Beach International Airport officially became Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday, but the airport's code won't change for another 40 days.
Israeli strike kills aid worker who brought World Cup screenings to Gaza
An Israeli strike has killed an aid worker who organized World Cup game screenings for Palestinians in the war-torn Gaza Strip, a hospital director says.
Bonnie Tyler, who sang "Total Eclipse of the Heart," dies at 75
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
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Jet fuel prices have dropped. Why are air fares still so high?
Lower jet fuel costs spell relief for airlines, which won't be eager to immediately pass savings onto customers by lowering airfares.
North Texas aviation pioneer Wally Funk dies, aged 87
Wally Funk was selected in 1961 as one of the elite women in the Mercury 13 program, finishing the same rigorous training program given to the Mercury 7 astronauts.
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Army to share findings of Kuwait attack probe with Gold Star families
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 Iranian strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Olympian David Hearn pleads not guilty to charges of damaging Reflecting Pool
Three-time Olympian David Hearn was indicted July 2, after he was accused of ripping out a portion of the sealant from the bottom of the Reflecting Pool on June 19.
Judge orders Indian billionaire to answer questions on whether was quid pro quo
The Justice Department in May announced it had dismissed criminal foreign bribery and securities fraud charges against Gautam Adani, India's richest man.
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Jet fuel prices have dropped. Why are air fares still so high?
Lower jet fuel costs spell relief for airlines, which won't be eager to immediately pass savings onto customers by lowering airfares.
Kia recalling almost 463,000 Tellurides that may catch fire in motion or parked
Kia America is recalling almost 463,000 Telluride SUVs from the 2020-2024 model years that could catch fire while being driven or parked, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says.
A Florida airport is now named after Trump, with old airport code still used for now
Palm Beach International Airport officially became Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday, but the airport's code won't change for another 40 days.
Judge orders release of over $5 million due to E. Jean Carroll in Trump case
The damages were awarded to Carroll, a writer, by a 2023 jury in a civil sexual abuse and defamation case.
White House announces "Freedom Fuel" gas station selling $3.47 gasoline
The Freedom Fuel Network is offering gasoline for more than 30 cents a gallon below the national average.
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Army to share findings of Kuwait attack probe with Gold Star families
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 Iranian strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Olympian David Hearn pleads not guilty to charges of damaging Reflecting Pool
Three-time Olympian David Hearn was indicted July 2, after he was accused of ripping out a portion of the sealant from the bottom of the Reflecting Pool on June 19.
Judge orders Indian billionaire to answer questions on whether was quid pro quo
The Justice Department in May announced it had dismissed criminal foreign bribery and securities fraud charges against Gautam Adani, India's richest man.
A Florida airport is now named after Trump, with old airport code still used for now
Palm Beach International Airport officially became Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday, but the airport's code won't change for another 40 days.
1 year after Supreme Court limited broad injunctions, groups see shifting landscape
More than one year after the Supreme Court restricted the use of nationwide injunctions, groups challenging President Trump's agenda have relied on other mechanisms to broadly block his policies.
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What to know about "explosive" diarrhea-causing parasite reported in several states
Michigan is experiencing its largest outbreak of a parasitic infection, called cyclosporiasis, that causes severe diarrhea.
What to know about infant botulism
A fourth infant was hospitalized for botulism linked to Nara Organics baby formula, and the FDA is now expanding its investigation. Dr. Céline Gounder has the latest.
Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
Switching to a cheaper health plan delayed a man's access to vital medicine
A Florida man thought he had carefully planned for a seamless switch between health plans. It was anything but.
"Very unhealthy" pollution levels recorded in D.C. after July 4th fireworks
A "purple" air quality alert was issued for Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas, on Sunday, meaning pollution reached levels considered "very unhealthy."
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Irish citizen found guilty of murdering American woman in Hungary
Investigators said Mackenzie Michalski and the suspect met at a nightclub and danced before leaving for the man's rented apartment.
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American-made technology guiding Ukraine's strikes into Russia
The American defense firm Shield AI has played an increasingly important role in Ukraine's campaign of strikes in Russia.
Israeli strike kills aid worker who brought World Cup screenings to Gaza
An Israeli strike has killed an aid worker who organized World Cup game screenings for Palestinians in the war-torn Gaza Strip, a hospital director says.
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Army to share findings of Kuwait attack probe with Gold Star families
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 Iranian strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Startup company reveals prototype of tsunami survival pod
LifePod says its survival device will be able to save small groups of children and adults from tsunamis and severe flooding.
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Julie Chen Moonves on "Big Brother" season 28
Julie Chen Moonves, who hosts "Big Brother," gives "CBS Mornings" a sneak peek inside the house ahead of the season 28 premiere.
Eva Marcille on "All the Queen's Men"
Eva Marcille, who stars in "All the Queen's Men," joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the show's fifth and final season.
Emmy nomination snubs and surprises
"The PItt" and "Hacks" stole the show at the 2026 Emmy Award nominations, with 25 and 24 nominations, respectively. Here are some of the biggest takeaways with Entertainment Tonight reporter Emily Curl.
The War and Treaty performs "Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay"
The War and Treaty performs their cover of "Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay" at the historic Woolworth Theatre in Nashville.
Zac Brown Band performs "Free"
The Zac Brown Band performs "Free" as America rings in its 250th birthday.
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China warns of "security backdoor" in Anthropic AI coding tool
A Chinese industry regulator warned users of a "security backdoor" embedded in versions of U.S. artificial intelligence company Anthropic's coding tool, Claude Code.
Satellites search for wildfires from space
FireSat satellites, equipped with specialized cameras and imaging software, are helping detect wildfires from space. Muon Space CEO Jonny Dyer explains how the satellites could help firefighting efforts.
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.
Microsoft to cut more than 3,000 jobs from ailing Xbox unit
Microsoft moves to slash costs as the video game industry faces what the tech giant calls the "most severe hardware crisis in its history."
Why U.S. initially restricted Anthropic AI models
The Trump administration has lifted export restrictions on Anthropic's most advanced artificial intelligence models, Fable and Mythos, after weeks of negotiations over national security concerns. CNET Editor-in-Chief David Katzmaier joins to discuss.
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2,000-year-old gold rings and human bones found by archaeologists
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
The American innovation that made millions of others possible
From the lightbulb to the airplane, to medical breakthroughs and the internet age, the past 250 years have been defined by America's intrepid intellect.
New White House UFO panel chair speaks out
The White House appointed former Harvard University astronomer Avi Loeb to lead its new panel on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, also known as UAPs and UFOs. Loeb shares his enthusiasm for his new role.
3 futurists predict what America will be like in the centuries ahead
From space to healthcare and artificial intelligence, what could the next 250 years of the United States look like?
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Irish citizen found guilty of murdering American woman in Hungary
Investigators said Mackenzie Michalski and the suspect met at a nightclub and danced before leaving for the man's rented apartment.
Missing teen found dead on Mississippi island
Nolan Wells was found dead on Horn Island in Mississippi after the teen vanished during a Fourth of July trip with friends. CBS News' Skyler Henry has the latest details.
Court to hear new audio in Kirk murder case
Prosecutors plan to play audio clips of an interview with the roommate of Charlie Kirk's accused killer during a preliminary hearing on Thursday. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi has more details.
Nolan Wells' family searches for answers
The family of Nolan Wells is demanding answers after the 18-year-old was found dead on Horn Island, off the mainland of Mississippi. Skyler Henry reports.
Details emerge on Houston man shot by ICE
More details are emerging on the shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a Mexican national who was killed by ICE on his way to work Tuesday. The agency said Salgado Araujo, who his family said has lived and worked in the U.S. for decades, rammed a car while attempting to evade arrest. Jason Allen has the latest.
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Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
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.
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Celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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New round of U.S. strikes hits Iran
The U.S. launched a new wave of strikes against Iran Wednesday as President Trump declared the ceasefire to be over. About 90 military targets were hit, U.S. CENTCOM says. Mr. Trump claims Iran wants to make a deal, but timing is unclear. Olivia Rinaldi reports for CBS.
Platner drops out: Next steps
Graham Platner dropped out of the Maine Senate race Wednesday amid multiple sexual assault allegations, which he denies. Zak Hudak breaks down what happens next for CBS News.
Missing teen found dead on Mississippi island
Nolan Wells was found dead on Horn Island in Mississippi after the teen vanished during a Fourth of July trip with friends. CBS News' Skyler Henry has the latest details.
Iran ramps up Strait of Hormuz threats
Iran renewed its threats to close the Strait of Hormuz as tensions re-escalated following President Trump's announcement that the U.S.-Iran ceasefire ended. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean has more.
Volunteers help pets after Venezuela quakes
Cleanup and recovery efforts are underway after two deadly earthquakes devastated Venezuela, destroying homes and killing thousands. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez spoke with animal rescue volunteers working to save pets and ignite hope.