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There is more controversy over prescription drug prices and Turing Pharmaceuticals CEO Martin Shkreli. Shkreli caused a public uproar when he drastically raised the price of a lifesaving drug for cancer and AIDS patients

There is more controversy over prescription drug prices and Turing Pharmaceuticals CEO Martin Shkreli. Shkreli caused a public uproar when he drastically raised the price of a lifesaving drug for cancer and AIDS patients. He promised to cut the cost, but that was two months ago. Now he's saying he will reduce the price for hospitals only, not individuals. Don Dahler reports.

Nov 28, 2015
02:27

Warning: Some of the images in this video may be considered graphic

Warning: Some of the images in this video may be considered graphic. Hospitals are offering a new treatment for women with breast cancer to help them feel whole. CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas joins CBSN to discuss.

Nov 4, 2015
04:57

A new debate over whether breast cancer is over-treated in some cases is prompting some women to be more selective with care

A new debate over whether breast cancer is over-treated in some cases is prompting some women to be more selective with care. CBS News correspondent Teri Okita joins CBSN with details.

Nov 3, 2015
05:59

A major evaluation from the World Health Organization this week found eating processed meats, such as cold cuts and bacon, increases the risk of certain types of cancer and the report says red meat likely does the same

A major evaluation from the World Health Organization this week found eating processed meats, such as cold cuts and bacon, increases the risk of certain types of cancer and the report says red meat likely does the same. Also, this week a new study uncovered an alarming rate of medication errors in the operating room. At one of the nation’s top hospitals, researchers found that half of all surgical procedures resulted in some sort of mistake or adverse event immediately before, during, or right after surgery, and they found that 80 percent of these incidents are preventable. Dr. Holly Phillips and Dr. Tara Narula join “CBS This Morning: Saturday.”

Oct 31, 2015
07:27

Outgoing House Speaker John Boehner defended his cigarette smoking during a September 12, 2010 interview on "Face the Nation"

Outgoing House Speaker John Boehner defended his cigarette smoking during a September 12, 2010 interview on "Face the Nation."

Oct 28, 2015
01:45

The World Health Organization has released a report finding a link between eating processed and red meats and cancer; A California senior center is trying to get back a wild duck turned de facto resident from a local animal hospital

The World Health Organization has released a report finding a link between eating processed and red meats and cancer; A California senior center is trying to get back a wild duck turned de facto resident from a local animal hospital.

Oct 26, 2015
20:07

The World Health Organization has released a report finding a link between eating processed and red meats and cancer

The World Health Organization has released a report finding a link between eating processed and red meats and cancer. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.

Oct 26, 2015
02:44

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Dr. David Agus, one of the world's leading cancer specialists and a CBS News medical contributor, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the findings

The World Health Organization report puts processed meat, such as bacon and hot dogs, at the highest carcinogenic risk. Red meat is called the next highest risk. Dr. David Agus, one of the world's leading cancer specialists and a CBS News medical contributor, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the findings.

Oct 26, 2015
03:11

The full episode of the CBS Evening news from October 21, 2015 edition

Vice President Joe Biden said he will not seek the the Democratic party's nomination for president; Julia, a new character on Sesame Street, lives with autism

Oct 21, 2015
19:48

A study released Wednesday by the World Health Organization said long term exposure to radiation, even low levels, can dramatically increase the risk of getting cancer

A study released Wednesday by the World Health Organization said long term exposure to radiation, even low levels, can dramatically increase the risk of getting cancer. Vinita Nair has the story on dozens of sites where low radiation levels have led to spikes in cancer.

Oct 21, 2015
02:34

Residents of North County, near St. Louis, are joining a class action lawsuit over the high rate of cancer in their towns which they say is related to radioactive waste in topsoil samples

Residents of North County, near St. Louis, are joining a class action lawsuit over the high rate of cancer in their towns which they say is related to radioactive waste in topsoil samples. Vinita Nair has the story.

Oct 20, 2015
03:15

New guidelines on mammograms

The American Cancer Society said on Tuesday that women of average risk could wait until age 45 for their initial screening for breast cancer. Dr. Jon LaPook has more on the changed guidelines.

Oct 20, 2015
02:09

The American Cancer Society is changing its guidelines for when women should start getting mammograms

The American Cancer Society is changing its guidelines for when women should start getting mammograms. CBSN's Jill Wagner and Vladimir Duthiers talk to Dr. Laurie Margolies, director of Breast Imaging, Associate Professor of Radiology, Dubin Breast Center at The Mount Sinai Medical Center.

Oct 20, 2015
02:02

Cancer researchers say early-stage breast cancer patients may have alternatives to chemotherapy

Cancer researchers say early-stage breast cancer patients may have alternatives to chemotherapy. NYU Medical Center's Dr. Marleen Meyers discusses the latest treatment options.

Sep 28, 2015
04:43

The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the September 23, 2015 edition

Pope Francis didn't shy away from controversy during his first morning in the United States; while Pope Francis has learned to make the most of modern technology to spread his message, today it was his followers doing most of the posting

Sep 23, 2015
18:29

The CEO of Turing Pharmaceuticals says that the company will lower the cost of Daraprim after a backlashed caused by a sudden 5000% increase in the price of the drug used to treat cancer and AIDS patients

The CEO of Turing Pharmaceuticals says that the company will lower the cost of Daraprim after a backlashed caused by a sudden 5000% increase in the price of the drug used to treat cancer and AIDS patients. Don Dahler has the latest.

Sep 23, 2015
02:08

The cost for a drug used in treating complications in cancer and AIDS cases spikes by 5,000 percent; also, Volkswagen stock plunges and Coke disputes an IRS claim

The cost for a drug used in treating complications in cancer and AIDS cases spikes by 5,000 percent; also, Volkswagen stock plunges and Coke disputes an IRS claim. CBS News Moneywatch's Jill Wagner has today's CBSN Business Headlines.

Sep 21, 2015
01:16

The full episode of the CBS Evening news from September 20, 2015 edition

Two days before he visits the United States, the pope swung by Cuba and had an historic meeting with Fidel Castro; former president Jimmy Carter is currently undergoing treatment for brain cancer and intends not to change his Sunday routine

Sep 20, 2015
19:20

Former president Jimmy Carter is currently undergoing treatment for brain cancer and intends not to change his Sunday routine

Former president Jimmy Carter is currently undergoing treatment for brain cancer and intends not to change his Sunday routine. He has been teaching Sunday school at the Maranatha Baptist Church in Georgia for 35 years. CBS News correspondent Michelle Miller reports.

Sep 20, 2015
03:01

Dr. Kevin Campbell discusses the latest findings that a daily dose of aspirin can be used to prevent colorectal cancer and cardiovascular disease

Dr. Kevin Campbell discusses the latest findings that a daily dose of aspirin can be used to prevent colorectal cancer and cardiovascular disease. CBS News correspondent Weijia Jiang reports on the latest recommendation.

Sep 14, 2015
05:26

California's senate is expected to vote in the coming days on whether to grant patients the right to end their lives with a doctor's help

California's senate is expected to vote in the coming days on whether to grant patients the right to end their lives with a doctor's help. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook reports

Sep 10, 2015
03:03

Carter's treatment includes pembrolizumab, a drug approved just last year

Former President Jimmy Carter is fighting cancer with grace. He revealed there is melanoma on his brain and went through radiation Thursday. His treatment includes pembrolizumab, a drug approved just last year. Dr. David Agus, who leads the Westside Cancer Center at the University of Southern California, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss Carter’s prognosis.

Aug 21, 2015
03:17

Former President Jimmy Carter revealed Thursday that he has small cancers in four places on his brain

Former President Jimmy Carter revealed Thursday that he has small cancers in four places on his brain. Mr. Carter was due to begin radiation treatment that same day. CBS News correspondent Bill Plante reports.

Aug 20, 2015
02:36

Former President Jimmy Carter announced new details about his cancer diagnosis

Former President Jimmy Carter announced new details about his cancer diagnosis. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus discusses the diagnosis with CBSN.

Aug 20, 2015
05:29

CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus is the head of the Westside Cancer Center at the University of Southern California

Former President Jimmy Carter revealed Wednesday that he has cancer, and it has spread through his body. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus is the head of the Westside Cancer Center at the University of Southern California. He joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what's next for the 90-year-old.

Aug 13, 2015
04:32

Tony Dokoupil: Don't just trust me. Make me earn it.

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Dozens feared dead as fire hits New Year's revelers in Swiss Alps bar

Police in Switzerland say a fire at a bar in the Crans-Montana ski resort area is believed to have left "several tens of people" dead and dozens more injured.

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Price hikes hit ACA health insurance plans as subsidies expire

Enhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight.

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Everything we know about Minnesota's massive fraud schemes

A viral social media video has put Minnesota's long-running fraud scandal at the center of the national conversation. Here's what to know.

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Italian PM Plays Role Of EU Emissary To US, As Bloc Aims For Tariff Deal

U.S. reduces proposed tariffs on Italian pasta, Italy says

Steep U.S. import duties targeting 13 Italian pasta makers will be sharply reduced, Italy's foreign ministry said on Jan. 1.

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New Year's celebrations in New York City

New Year's celebrations welcome 2026 around the world. See the photos.

New Zealand and Australia were among the first to welcome 2026, but in Sydney and some other cities, the festivities are tinged by grief.

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Zohran Mamdani sworn in to become New York City's 112th mayor

In a private ceremony at the abandoned Old City Hall subway station, Mamdani was sworn in by New York Attorney General Letitia James as the clock struck midnight on New Year's Eve.

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Trump administration delays tariff increases on furniture, kitchen cabinets

The one-year delay comes as President Trump has rolled back some other import duties amid affordability concerns.

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Judge voids decision to end legal status of 60,000 immigrants

A U.S. District Court judge issued a summary judgment on Wednesday, finding that the effort to revoke the legal status of tens of thousands of Hondurans, Nepalis and Nicaraguans was unlawful

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U.S. reduces proposed tariffs on Italian pasta, Italy says

Steep U.S. import duties targeting 13 Italian pasta makers will be sharply reduced, Italy's foreign ministry said on Jan. 1.

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Trump administration delays tariff increases on furniture, kitchen cabinets

The one-year delay comes as President Trump has rolled back some other import duties amid affordability concerns.

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What's open on New Year's Day 2026? See which stores are operating.

Plan ahead as banks, post offices and major stock exchanges will be closed in observance of the federal holiday.

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Can you guess 6-7 words on the 50th annual "Banished Words List"?

Respondents to a Michigan college's survey of overused and misused words and phrases say "6-7" is "cooked" and should come to a massive full-stop.

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West Maui Slowly Reopens To Residents And Tourism After Devastating Fire

Federal appeals court blocks Hawaii's tourist tax on cruise ships

The levy, which would impose a new 11% tax on the gross fares paid by a cruise ship's passenger, was set to go into effect at the start of 2026.

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U.S. reduces proposed tariffs on Italian pasta, Italy says

Steep U.S. import duties targeting 13 Italian pasta makers will be sharply reduced, Italy's foreign ministry said on Jan. 1.

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Trump administration delays tariff increases on furniture, kitchen cabinets

The one-year delay comes as President Trump has rolled back some other import duties amid affordability concerns.

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Price hikes hit ACA health insurance plans as subsidies expire

Enhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight.

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What's open on New Year's Day 2026? See which stores are operating.

Plan ahead as banks, post offices and major stock exchanges will be closed in observance of the federal holiday.

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Federal appeals court blocks Hawaii's tourist tax on cruise ships

The levy, which would impose a new 11% tax on the gross fares paid by a cruise ship's passenger, was set to go into effect at the start of 2026.

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Trump administration delays tariff increases on furniture, kitchen cabinets

The one-year delay comes as President Trump has rolled back some other import duties amid affordability concerns.

1H ago

Price hikes hit ACA health insurance plans as subsidies expire

Enhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight.

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Zohran Mamdani, mayor of New York, left, and his wife Rama Duwaji during a swearing-in ceremony at Old City Hall Station in New York, US, early on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026.

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NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrates inauguration with public ceremony

Zohran Mamdani was sworn in early Thursday as the 112th mayor of New York City. The democratic socialist is the city's first Muslim mayor, as well as one of its youngest ever.

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Zohran Mamdani sworn in, becoming NYC's 112th mayor

In a private ceremony at the abandoned Old City Hall subway station, Mamdani was sworn in by New York Attorney General Letitia James as the clock struck midnight on New Year's Eve.

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Donald Trump Delivers Joint Address To Congress

Chief Justice Roberts says Constitution remains "firm and unshaken"

Chief Justice John Roberts says the Constitution remains a sturdy pillar for the country, a message that comes after a tumultuous year in the nation's judicial system.

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Price hikes hit ACA health insurance plans as subsidies expire

Enhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight.

2H ago

Some states ban junk food from SNAP benefits

In 2026, several states are set to prohibit individuals from purchasing certain junk food items using their federal benefits. Meg Oliver has the details.

16H ago
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A flu vaccine is prepared for a patient at a pediatric doctor's office on Sept. 12, 2025, in Coral Gables, Florida.

Flu cases spiking this holiday season, CDC data shows

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 32 jurisdictions are showing "high" or "very high" levels of flu.

Dec 30, 2025

New California tortilla law aims to decrease birth defects in Latino babies

Mom-and-pop shops will be exempt from this change, but big manufacturers in California will need to start adding folic acid to tortillas beginning January 1.

Dec 30, 2025

Advances in treatment for Alzheimer's disease

The number of Americans with Alzheimer's disease is expected to double from 7 million in 2020 to 14 million by 2060, according to the CDC. However, advances in treatment options are giving more people hope in slowing the decline. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.

Dec 29, 2025
03:41

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Pope Leo XVI Marks New Year With Prayers At The St Peter Basilica And The Angelus Prayer From The Window Of The Apostolic Palace

Pope starts 2026 with prayer for countries "bloodied by conflict"

Pope Leo XIV celebrated a New Year's Day Mass in St. Peter's Basilica and then delivered a special noontime prayer from his studio overlooking the piazza.

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Dozens feared dead as fire hits New Year's revelers in Swiss Alps bar

Police in Switzerland say a fire at a bar in the Crans-Montana ski resort area is believed to have left "several tens of people" dead and dozens more injured.

3H ago

FILE PHOTO: George and Amal Clooney host their annual fundraiser 'The Albie Awards' in London

France defends granting George Clooney and his family French citizenship

George Clooney and his wife, Amal Clooney, were granted French citizenship because "they contribute, through their distinguished actions, to France's international influence and cultural outreach," the French government said.

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British boxer Anthony Joshua released from hospital after crash in Nigeria

The two-time former heavyweight champion and Olympic gold medalist was involved in a fatal road crash near Lagos on Monday.

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Alleged drug smugglers jumped overboard in recent boat strikes, U.S. military says

Three people were killed Tuesday when the first boat was hit, while individuals in two other boats jumped overboard, according to U.S. Southern Command.

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France defends granting George Clooney and his family French citizenship

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Notable works entering the public domain in 2026

Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.

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Noah Wyle on authenticity of "The Pitt"

The hit series "The Pitt" has earned praise for its realistic look at the pressures facing health care workers. Chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook spoke to the star of the show, Noah Wyle, for "CBS Sunday Morning." Wyle talked about how the cast prepared for their roles beyond learning their lines before shooting the series even began.

Dec 31, 2025
04:47

New Year's Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash 2025

Here's who's performing on New Year's Eve to ring in 2026

Here's what to know about the lineup of performances scheduled for New Year's Eve, as crowds gather in Times Square to ring in 2026.

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Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor known for his roles in "The Wire" and "Veep," dies at 71

Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."

Dec 30, 2025

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Economic oasis emerges in the Arizona desert

Arizona is fast becoming a major hub for computer chip production thanks to what's being called the largest foreign direct investment in U.S. history. Kris Van Cleave takes us to a sprawling campus in Phoenix that is providing thousands of jobs while reducing America's reliance on overseas products.

16H ago
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OpenAI hiring for head safety executive to mitigate AI risks

The company's investment in safety prevention comes amid growing concerns over the potential harm of artificial intelligence.

Dec 29, 2025

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.

Mar 28, 2024
03:27

Instacart ending AI price tests for retailers

Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.

Dec 23, 2025
02:05

Tech companies push for data centers

Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.

Dec 22, 2025
02:57

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2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark

2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.

Dec 30, 2025

Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block

The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."

Dec 17, 2025

Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption

The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.

Dec 17, 2025

Paleoartistic reconstruction of what the environment might have looked like approximately 210 million years ago, as preserved in the rocks of the Fraele Valley (Stelvio National Park). Along the shore of the Tethys Ocean, a herd of prosauropod dinosaurs w

Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy

Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.

Dec 16, 2025

Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth

NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.

Dec 15, 2025

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Fallout grows over freezing of child care funds

After the Trump administration paused federal assistance to child care centers in Minnesota, parents are now wondering if their kids' day care is in jeopardy, as the government investigates fraud claims. Jonah Kaplan has been following this developing story.

16H ago
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Epstein survivors decry delay in releasing files

There may be millions of documents the Justice Department still needs to release from the case against convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. By law, those files were required to be made public nearly two weeks ago. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.

16H ago
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Day care in Minneapolis vandalized after viral video purporting fraud

A Minneapolis day care says that vandals damaged the facility early this week, after a YouTube video purporting to expose fraud among day cares in the Twin Cities metro area went viral.

19H ago

New details on charges against Stefon Diggs

Patriots star Stefon Diggs is facing charges of strangulation, assault and battery following an incident in Massachusetts earlier this month. Diggs' attorney, David Meier, said in a statement that the wide receiver "categorically denies" the allegations and "looks forward to establishing the truth" in court. CBS News Boston's Aaron Parseghian has more.

Dec 31, 2025
02:02

New Orleans marks 1 year since terror attack

New Orleans is marking one year since 14 people were killed and dozens more were injured in a terror attack on the city's iconic Bourbon Street. Kati Weis spoke to the family of one of the victims about how they're remembering their loved one.

Dec 31, 2025
03:01

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NASA's search for next lunar rover

NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.

Dec 22, 2025
03:02

Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch

NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.

Dec 21, 2025

Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space

A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.

Dec 20, 2025
00:20

Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back

German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.

Dec 20, 2025

Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA

President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.

Dec 17, 2025

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Notable Deaths in 2025

A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.

Dec 29, 2025
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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?

Dec 23, 2025
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The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin

Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.

Nov 6, 2025
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The Smith family hopes that one day the case will be solved and say they will never stop fighting for George. July 5, 2013 will mark eight years since he disappeared.

Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith

Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.

Sep 11, 2025
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Who is Alix Tichelman?

Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.

Aug 30, 2025
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