U.S. accuses Russian researcher of smuggling frog embryos from France
Harvard researcher Kseniia Petrova, already facing possible deportation back to Russia, has now been charged with smuggling undeclared biological material into the U.S.
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New immunotherapy beats cancerous tumors
This year, more than 2 million people will get the news that they have cancer -- but there is new hope in the battle against the disease. Dr. Jon LaPook has more on the results of a just-released study on immunotherapy that shows promising results in treating certain types of cancer.
He had 2 months to live. Research "like science fiction" saved his life.
Michael Wolff was at the "edge of a cliff" when he was diagnosed with a cancer that affects less than 300 patients a year in the U.S.
Impact of Johns Hopkins cuts on public health
Major health research institution Johns Hopkins University says it is eliminating more than 2,000 jobs after the Trump administration cut $800 million in funding from the United States Agency for International Development. The university says these cuts will force the institution to wind down its work in the U.S. and across the globe. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder, who did part of her medical training at Johns Hopkins, explains why some public health experts worry the reduction may limit the capability to conduct further health initiatives.
Potential impacts of cuts to research funding
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration's attempt to drastically cut medical research grants in 22 states that joined together to sue. CBS News digital reporter Alex Tin joins "America Decides" to explain what areas are being targeted and where the legal fight stands.
Judge blocks cuts to medical research funding
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the National Institutes of Health from implementing cuts to medical research grants under the Trump administration after 22 states sued to halt the process. CBS News digital reporter Alex Tin has the details.
Alarming trend highlights American Cancer Society's annual report
The American Cancer Society's annual trend report is out with some mixed results.
Fewer dying of cancer, but rates rise for some
CBS News Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook talks about the American Cancer Society's latest cancer report that shows both positive and concerning trends.
New study on cancer in young people, women
New data from the American Cancer Society shows overall cancer deaths are down but the number of women and young adults with cancer is up, according to a new study. CBS News' Michael George reports.
Former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki's sisters remember her legacy
Sisters of former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcick, who died of lung cancer earlier this year, are raising awareness for early cancer detection through their sister's legacy.
New treatments offer hope for older patients with a deadly cancer diagnosis
Glioblastoma typically kills within 18 months, but a new type of treatment has kept Nadya El-Afandi's scans clear 17 months after diagnosis.
The Uplift: A voice gone viral
A boy goes viral for his rendition of the National Anthem, with his voice -- and story -- gaining widespread attention. The founder of the Pan Mass shares his journey to creating the race that fundraises for cancer research.
Harrisburg mom chronicles lung cancer journey on TikTok, hoping to raise awareness, empower others
A Harrisburg mom is getting a lot of attention on TikTok as she raises awareness about lung cancer by sharing her diagnosis journey with the world.
Walz goes solo to court union members
For the first time, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz went solo on the campaign trail Tuesday afternoon, addressing union members in Los Angeles. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump made headlines for an interview with Elon Musk on the social media platform X. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns and Weijia Jiang have the latest.
Study finds rising cancer risk among men
Cancer cases and deaths among men are expected to rise significantly globally by 2050. According to a new study released Monday in the journal "Cancer," which is peer-reviewed by the American Cancer Society, researchers estimate an 84% increase in cancer cases and a 93% increase in cancer deaths. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins to break down the findings.
How adults can reduce their cancer risk
A new study shows nearly half of deadly cancer cases in the U.S. are caused by potentially preventable factors. Dr. Timothy Tiutan, an oncology hospitalist in New York City, joins CBS News to discuss.
Study: Lifestyle changes could curb cancer deaths
A new study from the American Cancer Society has found that 45% of cancer deaths among adults could be prevented by making lifestyle changes such as stopping smoking, improving diet and increasing exercise. Dr. Jon LaPook takes a closer look at the findings.
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U.S. vows to "swiftly punish" Iran as at least 3 troops killed
At least 3 U.S. service members were killed over the weekend in Iraq and Jordan, where back-to-back Iranian attacks on a U.S. base seem to have evaded defenses.
Taylor Farms lettuce sample was false positive for cyclospora, FDA says
The FDA said that as of Sunday, it had not found any "confirmed positive sample results for product testing for Cyclospora."
Pentagon ID's 2 soldiers killed in Iran strike in Jordan; 1 still missing
U.S. forces launched a new round of airstrikes against Iran at the direction of President Trump following the deaths of two U.S. soldiers in an Iranian strike in Jordan.
Suspect in custody after explosion in trash can outside NYC federal building
NYPD sources said fireworks were found in a garbage can and a man was taken into custody outside the federal building in Lower Manhattan.
Andy Burnham takes the reins as U.K.'s 7th prime minister in a decade
Having been asked by King Charles III to form a new government, former Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has become Britain's 7th prime minister in a decade.
Victims of Iranian-sponsored terror want restitution as part of peace deal
A coalition of victims impacted by terrorism is demanding Iran pay restitution before any funds are returned or unfrozen as part of a peace deal.
FBI shifts immigration agent cases to arm of ICE after recent fatal shootings, sources say
HSI is an arm of ICE, meaning the immigration enforcement agency would effectively be investigating incidents involving its own agents.
Severely ill prisoners granted early release are left stuck behind bars
Prisoners with severe medical conditions can be granted compassionate release, but without a long-term care facility willing to accept them, many continue to wait in prison as their conditions worsen.
Vice President JD Vance and wife Usha welcome their 4th child
This is the first time in more than 150 years that a vice president's family had a child while in office.
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The U.S. labor market may soon face a new crisis: Too few workers
A severe labor shortage is set to emerge over the next decade amid a wave of baby boomer retirements and a shrinking younger workforce.
Suspect in custody after explosion in trash can outside NYC federal building
NYPD sources said fireworks were found in a garbage can and a man was taken into custody outside the federal building in Lower Manhattan.
Maine Democratic Senate race narrows as candidates rally behind Troy Jackson
The crowded Maine Senate race to replace Graham Platner has narrowed as Democrats rallied around former state Senate President Troy Jackson in the leadup to the party's nominating convention on Saturday.
Gas prices top $4 a gallon again as U.S.-Iran conflict escalates
The national average for a gallon of gas reached $4.003 on Monday, the first time in over a month it has crossed that threshold, AAA data shows.
F-16s intercept multiple planes in restricted airspace over New Jersey
F-16 fighter jets intercepted multiple planes that flew through restricted airspace over Bedminster and East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Sunday.
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The U.S. labor market may soon face a new crisis: Too few workers
A severe labor shortage is set to emerge over the next decade amid a wave of baby boomer retirements and a shrinking younger workforce.
Gas prices top $4 a gallon again as U.S.-Iran conflict escalates
The national average for a gallon of gas reached $4.003 on Monday, the first time in over a month it has crossed that threshold, AAA data shows.
Student loan defaults surging in wake of COVID-tied payments pause expiration
Defaults on student loans have surged across the United States, reaching record levels as borrowers struggle to keep up with payments.
Target recalls over 200,000 children's sandals due to choking risk
Target said it received 23 reports of the sandal's pearls falling off the shoe.
DOJ says it's no longer illegal to download TikTok on federal devices
The Justice Department determined this week a federal law banning TikTok from government devices no longer applies to the social video app.
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Maine Democratic Senate race narrows as candidates rally behind Troy Jackson
The crowded Maine Senate race to replace Graham Platner has narrowed as Democrats rallied around former state Senate President Troy Jackson in the leadup to the party's nominating convention on Saturday.
Victims of Iranian-sponsored terror want restitution as part of peace deal
A coalition of victims impacted by terrorism is demanding Iran pay restitution before any funds are returned or unfrozen as part of a peace deal.
FBI shifts immigration agent cases to HSI after recent fatal shootings, sources say
HSI is an arm of ICE, meaning the immigration enforcement agency would effectively be investigating incidents involving its own agents.
Vice President JD Vance and wife Usha welcome their 4th child
This is the first time in more than 150 years that a vice president's family had a child while in office.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 19, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Mark Warner and border czar Tom Homan join Margaret Brennan.
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Severely ill prisoners granted early release are left stuck behind bars
Prisoners with severe medical conditions can be granted compassionate release, but without a long-term care facility willing to accept them, many continue to wait in prison as their conditions worsen.
Taylor Farms lettuce sample was false positive for cyclospora, FDA says
The FDA said that as of Sunday, it had not found any "confirmed positive sample results for product testing for Cyclospora."
Judge Ronald Gould on persevering despite his MS
Ronald Gould is a federal judge on the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Seattle, one rung below the U.S. Supreme Court. At 79, he shoulders a full caseload despite living with progressive multiple sclerosis. He talks with CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook about working with MS, a condition he faces with grit and a healthy dose of humor. LaPook also talks with one of Gould's former law clerks, Karla Gilbride, an attorney who has been blind since birth.
Ted Danson with 4 tips on aging creatively
Studies show that having a positive outlook about aging, and having good social networks, can have positive health benefits, from preventing memory loss to a longer life expectancy. Actor Ted Danson presents "Sunday Morning" viewers with advice on how to embrace aging.
Healthcare costs associated with aging out of reach for many Americans
One New York couple depleted their retirement and savings accounts, paying out-of-pocket for healthcare, before they were able to access Medicaid funds.
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Victims of Iranian-sponsored terror want restitution as part of peace deal
A coalition of victims impacted by terrorism is demanding Iran pay restitution before any funds are returned or unfrozen as part of a peace deal.
Cat pulled from Venezuela quake rubble as death toll tops 5,200
A weakened cat was pulled from under the rubble of a collapsed residential complex in what a rescuer described as a "ray of hope."
Andy Burnham takes the reins as U.K.'s 7th prime minister in a decade
Having been asked by King Charles III to form a new government, former Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has become Britain's 7th prime minister in a decade.
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U.S. vows to "swiftly punish" Iran as at least 3 troops killed
At least 3 U.S. service members were killed over the weekend in Iraq and Jordan, where back-to-back Iranian attacks on a U.S. base seem to have evaded defenses.
Spain wins 2026 FIFA World Cup with grueling 1-0 victory over Argentina
Spain dominated the match, outshooting Argentina 20-3, but couldn't manage a goal in regulation — finally scoring in the second period of extra time.
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Christopher Nolan talks "The Odyssey"
Oscar-winning director Christopher Nolan talks about his latest movie, "The Odyssey," which was shot in six countries. He tells "CBS Mornings" about what it was like working with the star-studded cast and challenges faced when creating the film.
"The Odyssey" wins big at the box office
"The Odyssey" raked in more than $264 million worldwide over the weekend. A majority of ticket buyers cited director Christopher Nolan as their primary reason for seeing the movie, according to PostTrack, a film industry research service. Adriana Diaz reports.
Sam Smith and the "gentle revolution" of "My Guy"
Rolling Stone writer Barry Walters, author of the music history "Mighty Real," says the latest ballad by British singer Sam Smith is a step forward from LGBTQ love songs being marginalized.
Sam Smith and the "gentle revolution" of "My Guy"
Rolling Stone writer Barry Walters, author of the music history "Mighty Real," says the latest ballad by British singer Sam Smith is a step forward from LGBTQ love songs being marginalized.
"Stuart Fails to Save the Universe": Comedy that breaks the rules (and the multiverse)
A new HBO Max comedy series – a spin-off from "The Big Bang Theory" – features comic book store owner Stuart Bloom (Kevin Sussman) as an unlikely action hero trying to restore order to a disintegrating universe. Luke Burbank talks with Sussman, co-star Lauren Lapkus, and series creators Chuck Lorre, Bill Prady and Zak Penn, about taking "The Big Bang Theory" characters into uncharted worlds.
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Exclusive discounts from CBS Mornings Deals
On this edition of CBS Mornings Deals, we show you items that will help improve your everyday lifestyle. Visit cbsdeals.com to take advantage of these exclusive deals today. CBS earns commissions on purchases made through cbsdeals.com.
Can you spot an AI image? Quiz shows how difficult it has become.
An AI expert said the telltale signs people once relied on, such as distorted fingers, unnatural eyes, or other obvious visual flaws, have largely disappeared as technology has improved.
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.
Erin Brockovich on data center regulation
New York is now the first state to temporarily ban data center construction, paving the way for others to follow suit. Environmental advocate Erin Brockovich joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Mayor to homeowner losing sleep over data center plant: "Consider selling"
Noise from a Mississippi plant powering Elon Musk's xAI data centers in the area is causing migraines, ringing ears and sleepless nights, residents say.
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Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomer's name deciphered from ancient Mayan ruins for first time
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
Disclosure Foundation head on new UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
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Tate brothers set to appear in Miami court
Andrew and Tristan Tate are set to appear in a Miami courtroom after U.S. Marshals Service arrested them to face rape and sex trafficking charges in the United Kingdom. CBS News' Cristian Benavides has the latest.
Suspect in custody after explosion in trash can outside NYC federal building
NYPD sources said fireworks were found in a garbage can and a man was taken into custody outside the federal building in Lower Manhattan.
Latest details on arrests of Tate brothers
U.S. Marshals arrested social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate in Miami on Saturday due to recent developments in the U.K. Authorities there, who already had a case against the duo, say four more alleged victims of the brothers came forward with accusations including rape, sex trafficking, assault and child pornography. Cristian Benavides reports.
Nine people injured in Arizona shooting; suspect shot by police
Nine people were shot and injured in a shooting in Tucson, Arizona, early Sunday morning, police said. A suspected gunman was shot and wounded by police.
Boxer Hannah Rapp struck and killed in Texas; driver arrested
Deputies in Brazos County have arrested Charles Medina, 31, charging him with manslaughter.
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Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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.
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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.
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.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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Tate brothers set to appear in Miami court
Andrew and Tristan Tate are set to appear in a Miami courtroom after U.S. Marshals Service arrested them to face rape and sex trafficking charges in the United Kingdom. CBS News' Cristian Benavides has the latest.
Nolan Wells' funeral set to take place
Funeral services are set to take place Monday for Nolan Wells, the 18-year-old from Mississippi who was found dead after a July Fourth boating trip with friends. CBS News' Skyler Henry has the latest.
Pentagon identifies soldiers killed in Jordan
The Pentagon identified the U.S. soldiers who died Friday in an Iranian strike on a U.S. base in Jordan as 19-year-old Isabella Gonzales and 25-year-old Tyler James Feehan. A third service member is still missing in action. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata and Nikole Killion have the latest.
"Dear David": Inspiring change and hope
"In this week's "Beg-Knows America," CBS News contributor David Begnaud shares three inspiring stories. First, the descendant of a Civil Rights trailblazer gets a big surprise. Plus, a coach who inspired so many others is honored, and a hospital network helps spread messages of hope.
What to know about U.K.'s Andy Burnham
Journalist and podcast host Andrew Neil joins "CBS Morning News" to discuss Britain's new prime minister Andy Burnham.