How to heat your home safely as fierce winter storm grips the U.S.
Federal safety regulators warn that home heating equipment can spark fires or emit carbon monoxide. Here's what to know.
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Carbon dioxide levels hit record high: Data
The World Meteorological Organization has released its annual Greenhouse Gas Bulletin, and it paints a stark picture. Carbon dioxide levels rose by a record amount last year, reaching their highest point since measurements began. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has more.
World's first commercial carbon storage facility gets first CO2 injection
The first commercial carbon storage facility has been inaugurated off Norway's coast, but is storing CO2 deep under the seabed really the answer?
Family fights for carbon monoxide safety after tragedy
John Heathco and his girlfriend died from carbon monoxide poisoning in 2023 while traveling. His family is now launching an effort to help save lives.
Family fights for carbon monoxide safety
Following the 2023 loss of their son and his girlfriend, a family is hoping to help save others from carbon monoxide poisoning. The Heathco family is speaking out for the first time as they launch an effort to legally require hotels to have working carbon monoxide detectors in each room. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more.
Carbon monoxide poisoning kills hundreds each year. Here's how to stay safe.
Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless gas that takes hundreds of lives each year, and makes even more people sick.
Miller Gardner died of carbon monoxide poisoning, Costa Rica says
Costa Rica authorities confirmed that carbon monoxide poisoning was the cause of death of Miller Gardner, the 14-year-old son of former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner.
Why experts say you should travel with a carbon monoxide detector
Each year, more than 400 Americans die from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning. Here's what to know about traveling with a detector.
Miller Gardner may have died of carbon monoxide poisoning, official says
Miller Gardner, the youngest son of former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner, died March 21 at the age of 14 while on vacation with his family.
Belize officials say 3 American women died of carbon monoxide poisoning
The three women from Massachusetts who were on vacation in Belize died of carbon monoxide poisoning, officials confirmed Wednesday.
FBI warns Americans of potential spring break travel dangers
The FBI advises travelers to be vigilant and avoid traveling alone.
What travelers should know about carbon monoxide safety
As millions of Americans travel for spring break, experts suggest packing a carbon monoxide detector to avoid potential risks at your hotel or vacation rental.
Protection from carbon monoxide poisoning
As Americans travel for spring break getaways, some may face an invisible danger – carbon monoxide poisoning. It could be a risk at hotels or vacation rentals. National consumer correspondent Ash-har Quraishi shares information that could save your life.
Dayle Haddon dies in suspected carbon monoxide leak at Hallmark star's Pennsylvania home
Model Dayle Haddon died in a suspected carbon monoxide leak at the Bucks County home of her son-in-law, Hallmark movie star Marc Blucas, officials said.
4 dead in New Hampshire from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning
Four people were found dead on Christmas in Wakefield, New Hampshire from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning, the fire marshal said.
The secrets of cork: So much more than a bottle stopper
The sound of a bottle popping may be a familiar harbinger of good, but the humble material behind the pop has more uses than you might imagine.
Marathon Oil agrees to record penalty for oil and gas pollution
The federal government announced a $241.5 million settlement with Marathon Oil on Thursday for alleged air quality violations.
How 2 companies are approaching carbon capture
With temperatures continuing to rise, the Biden administration is pumping billions of dollars into the carbon capture industry. Ben Tracy takes a look at how two different carbon capture companies are approaching the task.
World's first wind-assisted chemical tanker sets sail
Owners hope the world's first "wind-assisted chemical tanker" will help the shipping industry change tack for a greener future.
Carbon monoxide leak suspected of killing Washington state student
Authorities brought in outside experts to find the source of carbon monoxide believed to have killed one student and sickened two others at Evergreen State College in Olympia.
Are paper wine bottles the future? These companies think so.
A California winemaker is the first in the U.S. to embrace a British company's effort to decarbonize the drink industry, bottling wine in paper instead of glass.
Vigilantes target traffic cameras as London's anti-pollution zone grows
It will now cost drivers with older gas vehicles $16 daily to enter London. The mayor says it will clear the air, but some say it will "make poor people poorer."
July is set to be the hottest month ever recorded, U.N. says
"Climate change is here. It is terrifying. And it is just the beginning," U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said.
Deaths of American couple prompt Mexican hotel to suspend operations
Abby Lutz, 28, and her boyfriend John Heathco, 41, were found dead in their hotel room last Tuesday.
China's ongoing "coal boom" risks "climate disasters," Greenpeace says
New approvals for coal-fired power plants are fueling concern that China will backtrack on its goal to peak emissions by 2030.
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Trump says Iran deal not final, will resume bombing "if they don't behave"
President Trump warns he could order new strikes if Iran's leaders "don't behave," two days before the expected signing of a deal that remains vaguely defined.
Senate moving forward with Clayton hearing despite Trump move to delay
The Senate is moving forward with Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing on Wednesday, despite President Trump's move to delay the installation of the new intelligence chief.
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Is Russia burning through air defense missiles at an "unsustainable rate"?
Ukraine intelligence indicates the country's stepped up drone strikes are forcing Russia to burn through interceptor missiles, possibly faster than it can build new ones.
Victims ID'd in B-52 bomber crash that killed 8 at Edwards Air Force Base
As standard practice, the military makes public identifications 24 hours after next of kin have been notified.
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady amid resurgent inflation
Kevin Warsh's first Fed meeting as chairman of the central bank could offer clues about the path for interest rates this year.
Tropical Storm Arthur, first Atlantic tropical cyclone of year, forms off Texas coast
Tropical Storm Arthur, the first named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, formed Wednesday off the Gulf Coast of Texas.
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"The most famous judge in America, for a while," on highs and lows of a Trump trial
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, retired Justice Arthur Engoron reflected on the highs and lows of the 2023 Trump civil fraud trial.
Read the 14 points of the agreement between Iran and the U.S.
The agreement, as read by senior U.S. officials, allows Iran to immediately begin exporting oil and petroleum products.
Rex Heuermann sentenced to life in prison for Gilgo Beach serial killings
Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings.
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Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady amid resurgent inflation
Kevin Warsh's first Fed meeting as chairman of the central bank could offer clues about the path for interest rates this year.
The Obama Presidential Center and Library opens in Chicago
After more than a decade since it was announced, the Obama Presidential Center and Library officially opens to the public in Chicago's Jackson Park on June 19, 2026.
DOJ taps prosecutor to coordinate human trafficking, child exploitation cases
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appointed Alessandra Serano to serve as the Justice Department's national coordinator on human trafficking and child exploitation cases.
Victims ID'd in B-52 bomber crash that killed 8 at Edwards Air Force Base
As standard practice, the military makes public identifications 24 hours after next of kin have been notified.
Social Security faces looming benefit cuts. Can the program be saved?
Social Security checks could see a 22% cut in 2032 unless Congress takes steps to shore up the program. Here are 5 ideas for fixing it.
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Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady amid resurgent inflation
Kevin Warsh's first Fed meeting as chairman of the central bank could offer clues about the path for interest rates this year.
Social Security faces looming benefit cuts. Can the program be saved?
Social Security checks could see a 22% cut in 2032 unless Congress takes steps to shore up the program. Here are 5 ideas for fixing it.
Want to start a business? AI can help, business owners say
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
What to expect as Kevin Warsh leads his first Fed interest rate meeting
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Yum! Brands sells struggling Pizza Hut in $2.7 billion deal
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
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Read the 14 points of the agreement between Iran and the U.S.
The agreement, as read by senior U.S. officials, allows Iran to immediately begin exporting oil and petroleum products.
The Obama Presidential Center and Library opens in Chicago
After more than a decade since it was announced, the Obama Presidential Center and Library officially opens to the public in Chicago's Jackson Park on June 19, 2026.
DOJ taps prosecutor to coordinate human trafficking, child exploitation cases
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appointed Alessandra Serano to serve as the Justice Department's national coordinator on human trafficking and child exploitation cases.
Georgia lawmakers not changing voting maps during special session
Georgia House leadership say they are holding off on redrawing Georgia's legislative maps during the special legislative session.
Senate postpones Clayton's confirmation hearing after Trump upends plans
The Senate canceled Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing on Wednesday after President Trump's move to delay the installation of the new intelligence chief.
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Ebola outbreak still spreading in Congo: "We are missing cases"
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
American doctor who recovered from Ebola back in U.S., says he's "feeling well"
Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.
They're uninsured after Obamacare became too costly. They're far from alone.
After congressional Republicans let expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans expire at the end of last year, some families have decided the price is too great of a financial burden and canceled their coverage.
Organic formula recalled after 3 babies diagnosed with infant botulism
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
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Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The lack of obesity in Japan; Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance; former child star Bill Mumy; the past and future of the Houston Astrodome; a time capsule for America's 500th birthday; and soccer art made with gum wrappers.
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Read the 14 points of the agreement between Iran and the U.S.
The agreement, as read by senior U.S. officials, allows Iran to immediately begin exporting oil and petroleum products.
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Is Russia burning through air defense missiles at an "unsustainable rate"?
Ukraine intelligence indicates the country's stepped up drone strikes are forcing Russia to burn through interceptor missiles, possibly faster than it can build new ones.
Vance says text of U.S.-Iran deal will be released Friday "at the latest"
Vice President JD Vance said on "CBS Monrings" that the Trump administration wants "to tell the American people what's in this deal."
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Trump says Iran deal not final, will resume bombing "if they don't behave"
President Trump warns he could order new strikes if Iran's leaders "don't behave," two days before the expected signing of a deal that remains vaguely defined.
Latest U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 1, leaves 2 survivors, Pentagon says
Critics have questioned the overall legality of the boat strikes as well as their effectiveness since the U.S. military began them in September 2025.
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Durand Bernarr on new music
Durand Bernarr talks about collaborations in his music, why his new album's title is a tribute to his father and his music journey since his viral Grammy speech earlier this year.
Messi ties men's World Cup goals record with first World Cup hat trick
Lionel Messi tied the Men's World Cup goals record with his first World Cup hat trick as Argentina topped Algeria.
America250 announces concert headliners, host
Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins are set to headline America250's "America's Block Party Concert," with Queen Latifah set to host. Rosie Rios, the chair of America250, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
A look at the adaptation of "I Will Find You"
Harlan Coben talks about casting for the Netflix adaptation of his 2023 bestselling novel "I Will Find You." The series stars Sam Worthington, who describes how fatherhood impacted him in his role and how he sees his character.
"Star Wars" lightsaber and more iconic film props going up for auction
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
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Want to start a business? AI can help, business owners say
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
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.
Anthropic to meet Trump officials, Axios says
Anthropic's senior staff is planning to meet with White House officials amid a recent dispute over the company's safety measures. Maria Curi, a tech reporter for Axios, has more.
U.K. announces plan to ban social media for children under 16
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes to have a ban on kids using social media that is "designed to be addictive" enacted by early next year.
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
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Heuermann addresses court as he's sentenced
Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without parole Wednesday after pleading guilty to a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings. Heuermann spoke at the hearing where the sentence was handed down. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Rex Heuermann sentenced to life in prison
Rex Huermann, the man who pleaded guilty to a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings, has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
5 arrested in White House UFC attack plot
The FBI says it foiled a plot to attack Sunday's UFC event at the White House. Court records detail an alleged plot to use drones carrying explosives and snipers to target certain event attendees. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Gilgo Beach serial killer to be sentenced
Rex Heuermann, the man who pleaded guilty in April to the Gilgo Beach murders, is set to be sentenced on Wednesday. Tom Hanson reports on how the case unfolded.
Luigi Mangione's lawyers will argue psychiatric defense in NYS murder trial
Luigi Mangione's lawyers will argue that he was suffering from an extreme emotional disturbance when he allegedly killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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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
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Fed votes to leave interest rates unchanged
The Federal Reserve board voted Wednesday to leave interest rates unchanged in its first decision since Kevin Warsh took over as chair. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady has more.
Trump, Modi meet at G7 summit
President Trump met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the G7 summit, and emphasized that the two had a "very good" conversation despite past tensions between the two nations. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe has more context.
Heuermann addresses court as he's sentenced
Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without parole Wednesday after pleading guilty to a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings. Heuermann spoke at the hearing where the sentence was handed down. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
How strait blockade changed energy trade
President Trump said the Strait of Hormuz will reopen within "the next day or two." Semafor climate & energy editor Tim McDonnell explains why global energy trade will never be the same, even when the strait reopens.
Watch: Trump takes questions on Iran deal
President Trump held a news conference Wednesday at the G7 Summit in France, addressing a variety of issues. Following the president's remarks, Weijia Jiang, Nancy Cordes and Olivia Rinaldi provided context.