Joran van der Sloot arrives in U.S.
Joran van der Sloot, the prime suspect in the disappearance and suspected murder of American teenager Natalee Holloway in Aruba, arrived in the U.S. Thursday to face charges of extortion.
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Texas boardwalk collapse injures teenagers
A section of a boardwalk collapsed Thursday in Surfside Beach, Texas, sending nearly two dozen teenagers to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Global sailing competition collects climate data
The Ocean Race, the world’s longest sailing competition, sees sailors travel 36,000 miles on boats outfitted to gather data on how climate change is impacting the world’s oceans. Ben Tracy talks to the citizen scientists in "Eye on America."
"Tipflation" frustrates American customers
More than half of Americans said they’re tipping more for services, and a new survey showed two-thirds of Americans have a negative view about tipping. Some businesses are working to counter the trend. Carter Evans has the latest.
"CBS Evening News" headlines for June 8, 2023
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."
Pat Robertson, evangelical leader, dies
Pat Robertson, the religious leader and founder of the Christian Broadcast Network, died Thursday. The baptist minister was considered one of the 20th century’s most influential evangelicals. Mark Strassmann reports.
Children wounded in France stabbing attack
A 31-year-old man attacked children and adults with a knife at a playground in the French Alps Thursday. Four children, all under the age of 3, were critically wounded. Charlie D'Agata reports.
Supreme Court says Alabama must redraw congressional map
The Supreme Court Thursday ruled Alabama must redraw its congressional map to include one more majority-Black district. The court found that the current Republican-drawn map violates the Voting Rights Act.
Prosecutors signal Trump indictment could be near
Special prosecutors informed former President Trump that he is a target of the federal investigation for his handling of classified documents after leaving office. Grand juries were assembled in Miami and Washington, D.C., with a former Trump aide testifying on Thursday. Catherine Herridge reports.
How long before the smoke clears?
The Weather Channel meteorologist Chris Warren takes a look at the expected path of smoke from Canada's wildfires and how long it will linger over the East Coast.
Poor air quality impacts millions for second day
Smoke from Canadian wildfires on Thursday affected residents along much of the East Coast, from New York City to Washington, D.C., impacting monuments, stadiums and restaurants. Doctors warned that young children and people with underlying health conditions were at greatest risk. Christina Ruffini has the latest.
Founder of Lesbians Who Tech & Allies
For our "Changing the Game" series, we are highlighting Leanne Pittsford, the CEO and founder of Lesbians Who Tech & Allies. She joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss creating a tech company to help promote visibility and inclusion for LGBTQ+ people.
Comedian Fortune Feimster on series "Fubar"
Comedian Fortune Feimster joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new series "Fubar" and acting alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Inside Yo-Yo Ma's newest musical mission
For award-winning cellist Yo-Yo Ma, music is the compass taking him on a new journey around the country as part of his "Our Common Nature" program. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassman visited Great Smoky Mountains National Park with Ma to get a first look at his project that's transforming the great outdoors into concert venues to help people better connect with nature through music.
Lionel Messi to play for Inter Miami
Soccer superstar Lionel Messi is coming to the United States. His arrival comes despite massive offers from Saudi Arabia, as the country tries to divert attention through sports from its human rights abuses. Roger Bennett, co-host of the "Men in Blazers" podcast, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss Messi's decision.
Health concerns from hazardous air quality
Millions of Americans are under air quality alerts as Canada's wildfires continue to burn. CBS News medical contributor and editor-at-large for Public Health at KFF, Dr. Celine Gounder, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the health risks wildfire smoke poses and offers advice on how to protect yourself.
Florida woman faces manslaughter charges
Susan Lorincz is expected to have her first court hearing Thursday. She is facing manslaughter charges for allegedly shooting her neighbor Ajike "AJ" Owens through her front door in Ocala, Florida. Mark Strassmann reports.
Pope Francis "fine" after hernia surgery
The Vatican says Pope Francis is recovering well after undergoing abdominal surgery on Wednesday to remove a painful hernia. The 86-year-old pontiff, who is dealing with a long list of physical conditions, is expected to remain in the hospital for 10 days. Chris Livesay reports from Rome.
Pence enters 2024 presidential race
Former Vice President Mike Pence announced his 2024 campaign in Iowa, hoping to win over the state's evangelical conservative voters. He wasted no time taking aim at his former boss, Republican frontrunner and former President Donald Trump. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa reports from Des Moines, Iowa.
Trump informed he's target of criminal probe
Former President Trump's legal team has been informed he is a target of the federal investigation into possible mishandling of classified information, a step prosecutors would take before handing down an indictment. A Trump aide testified before a grand jury in Miami on Wednesday, indicating possible criminal charges could be filed in Florida. CBS News' senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge reports.
Northeast covered in orange haze
Parts of the Northeast, including New York City, were engulfed in an orange haze Wednesday due to wildfires burning in Canada. Health officials have advised people to wear masks to protect themselves from the blanket of harmful smoke. Lilia Luciano reports.
Eye Opener: Hazardous air covers NYC
New York City had the worst air quality in the world after smoke from Canadian wildfires spread across the U.S. Northeast and conditions are expected to stay poor through the weekend. Also, former Vice President Mike Pence officially announced his 2024 presidential campaign in Iowa. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
Bridging the broadband divide
Millions of Americans are living without access to high-speed broadband internet at home, impacting their school and work. The Biden administration hopes to change that and extend broadband to all corners of the country in about five years. Weijia Jiang reports from West Virginia on what the changes could mean.
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Smoke from Canada wildfires causes hazardous conditions along East Coast; Hawaii's Kilauea erupting
Arkansas family navigates anti-trans laws
Arkansas is one of many Republican-led states that has passed a series of laws restricting transgender rights. One Little Rock family is navigating those laws as they raise their transgender teenage son. Janet Shamlian shares their story.
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Trump says he has been indicted in classified documents probe
The charges would be the first to arise from special counsel Jack Smith's investigations into former President Donald Trump.
When will the wildfire smoke clear? Here's what meteorologists say
Forecasts suggest hazy skies and reduced air quality will persist across the Northeast and into the Midwest for at least a few more days.
Horses at Arlington National Cemetery will be suspended for a year for rehab
The horses tasked with leading the caissons carrying the caskets of fallen service members during funeral honors at Arlington National Cemetery are taking a year-long pause for rehab.
Bryan Cranston says he will soon take a break from acting
In an interview with British GQ, the "Breaking Bad" star said he planned to take a break from acting in 2026, and maybe move to France with his wife Robin.
Main suspect in Natalee Holloway case arrives in U.S. to face charges
Joran van der Sloot has been transferred temporarily into U.S. custody from a Peruvian prison, where he's serving a 28-year sentence for another woman's murder.
Trump seeks new trial or reduced damages in E. Jean Carroll sex abuse case
The former president's attorneys said in a filing on Thursday that the $5 million verdict was "grossly excessive."
Biden and British PM Sunak offer "unwavering" support to Ukraine
President Joe Biden welcomed British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to the White House for wide-ranging talks.
"Explicit" music at work could constitute sexual harassment: court
Lawsuit filed by warehouse employees objecting to sexually explicit music can proceed, an appeals court ruled this week.
Bud Light is no longer America's best-selling beer
Mexican-style lager Modelo Especial outsold the popular Anheuser-Busch last month, new sales data shows.
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Trump says he has been indicted in classified documents probe
The charges would be the first to arise from special counsel Jack Smith's investigations into former President Donald Trump.
This is America's most common text-messaging scam, FTC says
Consumers lost $330 million to fraudulent texts last year, with individual victims reporting a median loss of $1,000.
The bear market is over. Here's why investors see better days ahead.
Long market slump was especially painful for Americans saving for retirement, with their investments losing $3 trillion in value.
Bryan Cranston says he will soon take a break from acting
In an interview with British GQ, the "Breaking Bad" star said he planned to take a break from acting in 2026, and maybe move to France with his wife Robin.
20 teens injured when Texas beach boardwalk collapses
Five teens were airlifted by helicopter to Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, officials said.
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This is America's most common text-messaging scam, FTC says
Consumers lost $330 million to fraudulent texts last year, with individual victims reporting a median loss of $1,000.
The bear market is over. Here's why investors see better days ahead.
Long market slump was especially painful for Americans saving for retirement, with their investments losing $3 trillion in value.
Here's what to look for in an air purifier for wildfire smoke
A high-end device can cost over $1,000, but there are only a few features you really need, experts say.
Bud Light is no longer America's best-selling beer
Mexican-style lager Modelo Especial outsold the popular Anheuser-Busch last month, new sales data shows.
"Explicit" music at work could constitute sexual harassment: court
Lawsuit filed by warehouse employees objecting to sexually explicit music can proceed, an appeals court ruled this week.
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Trump says he has been indicted in classified documents probe
The charges would be the first to arise from special counsel Jack Smith's investigations into former President Donald Trump.
Prospect of Chinese spy base in Cuba unsettles Washington
Cuba may allow China to establish a facility on its territory capable of conducting electronic surveillance on the United States, CBS News has confirmed.
Horses at Arlington National Cemetery will be suspended for a year for rehab
The horses tasked with leading the caissons carrying the caskets of fallen service members during funeral honors at Arlington National Cemetery are taking a year-long pause for rehab.
John Boehner says it's time for GOP "to move on" from Trump
On "The Takeout" podcast this week, Former Speaker Boehner, asked whether he thought Trump would step back or the party would abandon him, replied, "Hope springs eternal."
Trump seeks new trial or reduced damages in E. Jean Carroll sex abuse case
The former president's attorneys said in a filing on Thursday that the $5 million verdict was "grossly excessive."
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Here's what to look for in an air purifier for wildfire smoke
A high-end device can cost over $1,000, but there are only a few features you really need, experts say.
Hundreds of kids die from drownings each year. Here's how to keep them safe.
A warning for parents as we approach summer: A new report finds hundreds of children die each year from drowning. Here's how to keep them safe.
Wildfire smoke costs U.S. workers more than $100 billion a year in pay
Air pollution takes an $800 billion annual toll on the U.S. economy. Wildfires — worsened by climate change — are making it worse.
Health concerns from hazardous air quality
Millions of Americans are under air quality alerts as Canada's wildfires continue to burn. CBS News medical contributor and editor-at-large for Public Health at KFF, Dr. Celine Gounder, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the health risks wildfire smoke poses and offers advice on how to protect yourself.
Haze could hang around Northeast and beyond for days, experts warn
One cardiovascular specialist cautions that breathing the air laden with smoke from the Quebec and Nova Scotia wildfires is "probably worse than smoking a cigarette" in some places.
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Prospect of Chinese spy base in Cuba unsettles Washington
Cuba may allow China to establish a facility on its territory capable of conducting electronic surveillance on the United States, CBS News has confirmed.
Russian man killed in rare shark attack off Egypt's Red Sea coast
Egypt's Environment Ministry said the man was killed after being attacked by a tiger shark in the waters near the city of Hurghada.
Crocodile made herself pregnant - a first for her species
DNA analysis determined that the crocodile's nonviable fetus was 99.9% genetically identical to its mother.
Australian learns fate for punching gay American off cliff in 1988
"I think our family's got some peace and I would even say closure," Steve Johnson told reporters outside the court.
Mexico arrests soldiers after "executions" of 5 men near U.S. border
"There seem to have been executions and this cannot be allowed," President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said.
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Bryan Cranston says he will soon take a break from acting
In an interview with British GQ, the "Breaking Bad" star said he planned to take a break from acting in 2026, and maybe move to France with his wife Robin.
Tom Holland says he's taking a "year off" after filming "The Crowded Room"
"I'm now taking a year off, and that is a result of how difficult this show was," Holland said.
Comedian Fortune Feimster on series "Fubar"
Comedian Fortune Feimster joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new series "Fubar" and acting alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger.
2023 Tribeca Festival: Opening highlights, in-person and streaming
More than 100 fiction and nonfiction features will unspool at the New York City festival, with many available for home viewing through July 2 via the Tribeca At Home platform. Check out some recommended picks.
Tupac Shakur posthumously receives star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Shakur is one of only 12 rap artists, including Queen Latifah and Ice-T, who have received a star on the Walk of Fame.
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U.S. investing billions to expand high-speed internet access to rural areas
More than 8.3 million homes and businesses nationwide don't have access to high-speed broadband service, according to the Federal Communications Commission.
Founder of Lesbians Who Tech & Allies
For our "Changing the Game" series, we are highlighting Leanne Pittsford, the CEO and founder of Lesbians Who Tech & Allies. She joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss creating a tech company to help promote visibility and inclusion for LGBTQ+ people.
SEC cracks down on cryptocurrencies
The SEC is suing crypto trading platform Coinbase, saying it is operating illegally as it failed to register as an exchange. It's the latest move in a crackdown against crypto companies. Jon-Jorge Aras, a partner at Warren Law Group and head of the firm's securities litigation, has more.
Tech companies and election misinformation
Some big tech companies are rolling back policies put in place to curb misinformation around the 2020 election, spurring concerns voters may find it difficult to decipher what information is real and what's fake in the 2024 presidential election cycle. CBS News election law contributor David Becker has more.
Study says AI better at predicting cancer risk
A new study claims that artificial intelligence is more accurate at predicting a patient's cancer risk than traditional methods. Janet Shamlian takes a look at how the emerging technology could help breast cancer diagnoses.
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White House responds to poor air quality
The East Coast has been engulfed with smoke over the past few days, all stemming from a string of wildfires from Canada. White House national climate adviser Ali Zaidi joins "America Decides" to discuss how the Biden administration is mitigating the poor air quality conditions.
Nearby body of water may affect San Andreas Fault, study says
New research is looking into why it's been so long since "the big one" has hit along the southern San Andrea Fault Line and how a nearby body of water may influence earthquakes. Ryley Hill, who led the study, joins CBS News' Lana Zak and Errol Barnett with more.
Crocodile made herself pregnant - a first for her species
DNA analysis determined that the crocodile's nonviable fetus was 99.9% genetically identical to its mother.
What is the Air Quality Index?
If you're seeing a thick haze outside your window, it's likely air pollution. Here's how to find out what the air quality is near you.
Haze could hang around Northeast and beyond for days, experts warn
One cardiovascular specialist cautions that breathing the air laden with smoke from the Quebec and Nova Scotia wildfires is "probably worse than smoking a cigarette" in some places.
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South Carolina officer rescues woman mouthing "help me"
The passenger in the vehicle was wanted in a shooting nearby, police said.
Australian learns fate for punching gay American off cliff in 1988
"I think our family's got some peace and I would even say closure," Steve Johnson told reporters outside the court.
Mexico arrests soldiers after "executions" of 5 men near U.S. border
"There seem to have been executions and this cannot be allowed," President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said.
Main suspect in Natalee Holloway case arrives in U.S. to face charges
Joran van der Sloot has been transferred temporarily into U.S. custody from a Peruvian prison, where he's serving a 28-year sentence for another woman's murder.
Man accused of killing girlfriend, cutting up and cooking her body
"When we reached the house and opened the door, we understood it was a case of murder and the suspect tried to hide the evidence," said one senior police officer.
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Daunting test schedule threatens 2025 Artemis moon landing
NASA managers say SpaceX Super Heavy/Starship rocket and lunar lander testing may push Artemis crew landing to 2026.
NASA mission to sun answers questions on solar wind
The Parker Solar Probe answered decades of questions about so-called "solar storms," which create "beautiful auroras on Earth" but also "wreak havoc with satellites and the electrical grid."
SpaceX cargo Dragon docks at space station
The Dragon carries needed crew supplies and equipment, along with two roll-out solar array blankets.
New Webb telescope images reveal center of far-off galaxy
One of the new images, part of an "astronomical treasure trove" reveal asteroid tails shooting across the far-off galaxy.
Livestream captures images of Mars
In a first of its kind event, the European Space Agency on Friday livestreamed images of Mars in what it called an opportunity "to get as close as it's currently possible" to the Red Planet.
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Joran van der Sloot arrives in U.S.
Joran van der Sloot, the prime suspect in the disappearance and suspected murder of American teenager Natalee Holloway in Aruba, arrived in the U.S. Thursday to face charges of extortion.
Texas boardwalk collapse injures teenagers
A section of a boardwalk collapsed Thursday in Surfside Beach, Texas, sending nearly two dozen teenagers to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Apple's launch into virtual reality
Apple is unveiling its Vision Pro headset, a virtual reality device set for release next year at a starting cost of $3,499.00. Carter Evans reports.
Global sailing competition collects climate data
The Ocean Race, the world’s longest sailing competition, sees sailors travel 36,000 miles on boats outfitted to gather data on how climate change is impacting the world’s oceans. Ben Tracy talks to the citizen scientists in "Eye on America."
"Tipflation" frustrates American customers
More than half of Americans said they’re tipping more for services, and a new survey showed two-thirds of Americans have a negative view about tipping. Some businesses are working to counter the trend. Carter Evans has the latest.