Whistleblower at key Boeing supplier dies after sudden illness
Joshua Dean was a quality inspector at Spirit AeroSystems, which builds the bulk of the 737 Max for Boeing, and recently died from a fast-spreading infection.
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Meet the NASA astronauts on Starliner flight
Boeing is set to launch its first-ever spaceflight with humans next week. The Starliner spacecraft will lift off from Florida on Monday night for a multi-day mission to the International Space Station. Commander Barry "Butch" Wilmore and pilot Sunny Williams, two seasoned NASA astronauts who are a part of the mission, join CBS News to go over the flight.
Southwest to stop operations at 4 airports
Southwest Airlines is stopping operations at four airports and slashing flights at others as part of cost-cutting measures that the company's CEO says could also include cabin reconfigurations and the end of single-class seating. Zach Wichter, a consumer travel reporter for USA Today, joined CBS News to discuss the changes.
Astronauts confident Boeing's Starliner is finally ready for crew flights
Astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams say they have complete confidence in the Starliner despite questions about Boeing's safety culture.
DOJ meets with 737 Max crash victim families
Family members of the victims of two deadly Boeing 737 Max crashes in 2018 and 2019 are meeting with the Justice Department Wednesday as officials continue their investigation into the Alaska Airlines mid-air door blowout that occurred earlier this year. Investigators are looking into whether Boeing went against the terms of an agreement that was reached after those crashes. CBS News Homeland Security and Justice reporter Nicole Sganga has more.
Astronaut on eclipse, private spaceflight
In two weeks, Boeing's Starliner spacecraft is scheduled to launch its first piloted test flight, bringing two veteran NASA astronauts to the International Space Station. Astronaut Matt Dominick joined CBS News from the ISS to talk about the mission and life in space.
Hearings held on Boeing safety concerns
Two Senate committee hearings Wednesday address the growing concern of Boeing’s safety regulations. Among the witnesses to testify was a longtime Boeing employee and whistleblower, Sam Salehpour, who has accused the company of lax safety standards. Boeing denies the accusations.
Boeing ignores safety concerns, production defects, whistleblower says
Boeing engineer Sam Salehpour tells lawmakers that employees who raise concerns about safety issues at the company are "threatened."
Breaking down Boeing whistleblower testimony
In a congressional hearing Wednesday, lawmakers examined Boeing's safety culture following a door panel blowout on a 737 Max jet. In another hearing on the same day, a whistleblower claimed a different model -- the Dreamliner -- is unsafe to fly. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports.
Boeing whistleblowers testify on Capitol Hill
Sam Salehpour, a quality engineer at Boeing, was one of two whistleblowers who testified before a Senate committee Wednesday. He raised safety concerns with the company about the 787 Dreamliner. He claimed that Boeing is not following its own production guidelines when connecting key pieces of the Dreamliner fuselage and fears it could lead to a structural failure years down the line. Kris Van Cleave has details.
Boeing whistleblower testifies at hearing
Two Senate committees held hearings Thursday on safety concerns surrounding the American aircraft company Boeing. Boeing engineer Sam Salehpour testified about the 787 Dreamliner and said it's not safe to fly. CBS News' Nikole Killion is following the latest.
Boeing whistleblower to testify before Senate
Whistleblower Sam Salehpour, a quality engineer at Boeing, and others will testify before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs subcommittee Wednesday on safety concerns. Robert Sumwalt, a CBS News transportation safety analyst and former chair of the National Transportation Safety Board, joined CBS News to discuss the hearing.
American Airlines pilot union safety warning
American Airlines' pilots union is reporting a significant spike in safety and maintenance-related problems at the carrier, telling pilots to be vigilant. The union's concerns, spelled out in a memo obtained by CBS News, include tools left in wheels, more aircraft collisions while they are being towed and an increase in items left in the safety area near jet bridges. CBS News senior travel adviser Peter Greenberg has more.
New whistleblower claims against Boeing
A longtime Boeing engineer has come forward with claims about flaws in the 787 Dreamliner, alleging the company took shortcuts during assembly. Boeing is strongly denying the claims, but CBS News has learned federal regulators are looking into the matter. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more.
Boeing whistleblower raises new concerns
A whistleblower who came forward after a Boeing 737 Max Jet lost a door panel in the air is raising new questions over the company’s safety measures. Sources tell CBS News that federal regulators are now looking into his claims over a different Boeing jet, which the company denies.
FAA investigating Boeing whistleblower claims about 787 Dreamliner
Boeing engineer alleges that assembly issues with Boeing's 787 Dreamliner raises safety concerns.
Engine cover falls off on Southwest takeoff
A passenger on a Southwest Airlines flight took video Sunday of an engine cover falling off during takeoff and hitting the plane's wing flap as the Houston-bound Boeing 737 was leaving Denver. The plane was able to land safely back at the airport after the incident. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more.
Engine part falls off Boeing plane, strikes wing flap during takeoff
A Southwest Airlines flight returned to Denver International Airport on Sunday after an engine cowling fell off the Boeing plane during takeoff.
Duckworth calls for Boeing FAA review
Senator Tammy Duckworth, a Democrat from Illinois, is calling on the Federal Aviation Administration to review Boeing's pilot disclosure history of features in the Boeing 737 Max. Andrew Tangel, an aviation reporter for the Wall Street Journal, breaks down what a Boeing probe could look like.
Duckworth calls for FAA to review Boeing's failure to disclose flight deck features
Sen. Duckworth is urging the FAA to look into why pilots were unaware the Boeing 737 Max's cockpit door was designed to automatically open during a rapid depressurization.
DOJ to meet with families of Boeing crash victims
CBS News has confirmed that the U.S. Department of Justice will meet later this month with the families of Boeing crash victims. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has more.
United asks pilots to take unpaid leave amid Boeing shipment delays
United Airlines wants pilots to volunteer for unpaid leave, citing delays in receiving planes from Boeing.
United Airlines Boeing 777 diverted to Denver due to engine issue
A United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Paris was diverted to Denver after the crew reported an issue with an engine, the carrier said.
Family of Boeing whistleblower speaks out
In a CBS News exclusive interview, the family of a Boeing whistleblower who was found dead earlier this month is speaking out. John Barnett, a former Boeing employee, had been giving evidence in a whistleblower lawsuit against the company. A coroner says he died from what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. It comes as Boeing's safety practices have come under new scrutiny due to a series of recent midair incidents. Mark Strassmann spoke with Barnett's mother and brother.
Family of Boeing whistleblower John Barnett speaks out following his death
John Barnett died earlier this month in what the coroner called an apparent suicide, just before he was set to resume testifying in a whistleblower lawsuit against Boeing.
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Iran announces new strikes on U.S. targets hours ahead of Trump speech
Trump says he expects the U.S. war with Iran to end within several weeks despite unrelenting attacks from both sides and Iran's iron grip on the Strait of Hormuz.
Supreme Court casts doubt on Trump's order to end birthright citizenship
The Supreme Court on Wednesday appeared open to invalidating President Trump's executive order that would end birthright citizenship.
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Artemis II moon mission counts down to historic flight
NASA's Artemis II astronauts are set to launch today on a nine-day mission around the moon and back. Follow the countdown and watch it live.
Majority of recent ship traffic through Strait of Hormuz linked to Iran
Trump said Iran gave him the "present" of letting eight oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, but the majority of ships making the passage are Iranian, including
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DHS scraps Noem policy requiring secretary's review of all contracts above $100K
The Noem policy meant the secretary was required to personally sign off on thousands of DHS contracts.
Trump indicates he'll try to pull U.S. out of NATO
President Trump has told Britain's Telegraph newspaper he could try to terminate U.S. membership in NATO. He's railed against NATO allies for refusing to join the Iran war.
A COVID variant called "Cicada" is spreading. Here's what to know.
The COVID-19 variant BA.3.2, nicknamed "Cicada," has been detected in at least 23 countries and half the states in the U.S.
Gas prices hit $4.06 a gallon before Trump's prime-time address
U.S. gasoline prices continue to inch higher after crossing the $4 a gallon threshold on Tuesday for the first time since 2022.
American journalist Shelly Kittleson kidnapped in Iraq
American journalist Shelly Kittleson was kidnapped in Baghdad on Tuesday, according to two sources familiar with the matter as well as an Iraqi official.
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Trump says he may withdraw US from NATO. The law says he can't without Congress
President Trump says he's considering withdrawing the U.S. from NATO, following years of complaining about the alliance.
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DHS scraps Noem policy requiring secretary's review of all contracts above $100K
The Noem policy meant the secretary was required to personally sign off on thousands of DHS contracts.
Elon Musk's SpaceX files confidential initial public offering
The Texas-based company could go public with a valuation of more than $1.75 trillion, making it the largest IPO in history.
Will the Iran war slow U.S. hiring? Economists say risks are rising.
With oil prices rising and hiring already slowing, economists warn the Iran war could further weigh on U.S. job growth.
Hershey says it will shift back to classic Reese's recipe after backlash
Hershey said Wednesday it will use classic recipes for all Reese's products starting next year, after getting criticism for changing the popular treats.
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Elon Musk's SpaceX files confidential initial public offering
The Texas-based company could go public with a valuation of more than $1.75 trillion, making it the largest IPO in history.
Will the Iran war slow U.S. hiring? Economists say risks are rising.
With oil prices rising and hiring already slowing, economists warn the Iran war could further weigh on U.S. job growth.
Hershey says it will shift back to classic Reese's recipe after backlash
Hershey said Wednesday it will use classic recipes for all Reese's products starting next year, after getting criticism for changing the popular treats.
Gas prices hit $4.06 a gallon before Trump's prime-time address
U.S. gasoline prices continue to inch higher after crossing the $4 a gallon threshold on Tuesday for the first time since 2022.
Jamie Dimon says rejecting capitalism is "dead wrong" in CBS News interview
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon shares his thinking on capitalism, AI, prediction markets and more in an interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
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Trump says he may withdraw US from NATO. The law says he can't without Congress
President Trump says he's considering withdrawing the U.S. from NATO, following years of complaining about the alliance.
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DHS scraps Noem policy requiring secretary's review of all contracts above $100K
The Noem policy meant the secretary was required to personally sign off on thousands of DHS contracts.
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Booker urges Supreme Court to allow Roundup cancer lawsuits to proceed
The filing supports a plaintiff who alleges Monsanto failed to warn consumers about cancer risks tied to Roundup, one of the most widely used herbicides in the world.
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U.S. commandos in Ecuador for mission targeting alleged narco-terrorists
American commandos joined Ecuadorian troops in a joint mission aimed at dismantling a suspected criminal hub along the country's coast.
King Charles III to address Congress on April 28
Congressional leaders announced that Britain's King Charles III will address a joint meeting of Congress as part of his visit to Washington later this month.
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A COVID variant called "Cicada" is spreading. Here's what to know.
The COVID-19 variant BA.3.2, nicknamed "Cicada," has been detected in at least 23 countries and half the states in the U.S.
State health plan for foster kids threatened 8-year-old's cancer care
North Carolina and other states have insurance plans for kids in foster care, but many doctors did not accept patients on the plans, leaving kids' guardians scrambling to find health care providers.
States pay contractors millions to comply with Trump law to cut Medicaid rolls
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
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.
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Activist ship's collision with krill trawler called "deliberate attack"
A video shows the moment when the M/V Bandero, operated by the Captain Paul Watson Foundation, steams toward the stern of the fishing vessel.
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U.S. commandos in Ecuador for mission targeting alleged narco-terrorists
American commandos joined Ecuadorian troops in a joint mission aimed at dismantling a suspected criminal hub along the country's coast.
King Charles III to address Congress on April 28
Congressional leaders announced that Britain's King Charles III will address a joint meeting of Congress as part of his visit to Washington later this month.
Majority of recent ship traffic through Strait of Hormuz linked to Iran
Trump said Iran gave him the "present" of letting eight oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, but the majority of ships making the passage are Iranian, including
Hiker's dog rescued by helicopter week after getting lost in forest
After strangers raised thousands of dollars for a search, the border collie was flown to safety by a pilot who was determined to reunite pet and owner.
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Kenan Thompson on new children's book
Actor and comedian Kenan Thompson joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new children's book, "Unfunny Bunny."
Crew that flew Apache helicopters near Kid Rock's house suspended
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement
Taylor Swift is being sued by Las Vegas performer Maren Wade who has accused the superstar of trademark infringement over her latest album, "The Life of a Showgirl." Wade is the creator of the "Confessions of a Showgirl" podcast, which started as a column in 2014.
Sharon Stone talks new season of "Euphoria"
Sharon Stone reflected on her legendary career as she discussed joining the cast of "Euphoria," working with the show's creator, Sam Levinson, and how she has advocated for women in the entertainment industry.
Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement over "The Life of a Showgirl"
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
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New film on risks and rewards of AI
"CBS Mornings" sits down with Tristan Harris, co-founder and president of the Center for Humane Technology, who is featured in the 2026 documentary, "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
Inside Apple's relationship with China
CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the codependent relationship between Apple and China, a country that manufactures hundreds of millions of iPhones every year.
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.
Jamie Dimon: JPMorgan could offer prediction market services to investors
The JPMorgan Chase CEO said the bank may one day introduce prediction market features, but said "there's a bunch of stuff we won't do" in that space.
Company tries to make flying car of the future
Many have dreamed of a future with flying cars, eliminating traffic on the morning commute. One company is trying to make that dream a reality. Itay Hod reports.
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Artemis II moon mission counts down to historic flight
NASA's Artemis II astronauts are set to launch today on a nine-day mission around the moon and back. Follow the countdown and watch it live.
Snowy owl, cheetah among 40 species granted international protection
According to a recent report, nearly one in four species catalogued by the CMS are threatened with extinction on a worldwide scale.
Everything to know about NASA's Artemis II moon mission launching today
NASA is poised to launch four astronauts on a historic nine-day trip around the moon and back. Here's everything to know about the Artemis II mission.
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.
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Kentucky Powerball winner arrested again
James Farthing, who won the $167.3 million Powerball jackpot last April, was arrested for a third time since collecting his grand prize. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Son of Hawaii doctor testifies at trial
The son of a Maui doctor testified that his father confessed to him over FaceTime to trying to kill his stepmother, Arielle Konig, on a hike last year. Prosecutors allege Gerhardt Konig tried to push his wife off a cliff, attempted to inject her with a syringe and hit her in the head with a rock.
Luigi Mangione lawyers seek to postpone trial
Lawyers for Luigi Mangione, the man charged with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, are seeking to postpone his federal murder trial. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
Defense in Kirk case questions bullet analysis
Lawyers for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk are asking to delay a preliminary hearing set for May, arguing the defense team needs time to review ATF analysis they contend "could not" connect a bullet fragment recovered during Kirk's autopsy with the rifle found near the scene of the crime. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins to unpack the development.
New details on Tiger Woods arrest report
Tiger Woods had bloodshot eyes, was "sweating profusely" and had "extremely dilated" pupils after a rollover car crash last week, an arrest report shows. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the details.
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Artemis II moon mission counts down to historic flight
NASA's Artemis II astronauts are set to launch today on a nine-day mission around the moon and back. Follow the countdown and watch it live.
The Artemis II launch is today. Here's how to watch it live.
As launch time approaches for NASA's first moonshot in more than half a century, anticipation is building for the Artemis II mission. Here's how to watch today's liftoff.
Smooth countdown continues for Artemis II moon mission
Forecasters continue to predict an 80% chance of favorable weather on Wednesday for the launch of four astronauts on a flight to the moon.
Countdown begins for long-awaited Artemis II moon mission
Countdown clocks began ticking Monday, setting the stage for launch of the Artemis II moon mission early Wednesday evening.
These 4 astronauts are about to make history on flight around the moon
NASA's Artemis II astronauts — three space station veterans and a Canadian rookie — stand out even in an astronaut corps full of super achievers.
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Artemis II crew boards Orion capsule
The Artemis II crew have boarded the Orion capsule with just a few hours remaining before they launch for their mission around the moon. Former NASA administrator and astronaut Charles Bolden joins CBS News to discuss.
Former astronaut on bathroom breaks
The four-person crew of the Artemis II mission are scheduled to launch Wednesday on a nine-and-a-half day journey around the moon. Former NASA administrator and astronaut Charles Bolden joins CBS News to discuss some of the human aspects of the trip.
Former astronaut Charles Bolden on Artemis II
Former NASA administrator and astronaut Charles Bolden joins CBS News to share his thoughts on the Artemis II mission as the four-person crew continues its final preparations for launch.
Artemis II crew prepares to board Orion capsule
The four-person crew of the Artemis II mission are making their final preparations ahead of Wednesday's scheduled launch for their mission around the moon. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann has more.
Artemis II astronauts get suited up
The four Artemis II astronauts are making their final preparations before Wednesday's scheduled launch for their trip around the moon. CBS News space consultant William Harwood and meteorologist Jessica Burch have the latest.