Teen smokers have different brains than non-smoking teens, study suggests
Researchers hope the results can help in intervening and preventing teens from taking up the bad habit before addiction takes hold.
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Sneak peek: The "Unsolvable" Murder of Roxanne Wood
How a DNA “detective,” an undercover cop and a cast-off cigarette butt helped catch a killer. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports Saturday, August 12 at 10/9c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
Canada is putting warning labels on each cigarette: "Poison in every puff"
The warnings - in English and French - include "poison in every puff," "tobacco smoke harms children" and "cigarettes cause impotence."
New Zealand to impose lifetime ban on young people buying cigarettes
In theory, somebody trying to buy a pack of cigarettes 50 years from now will need ID to show they're at least 63 years old.
Americans are now smoking more marijuana than cigarettes, poll finds
Around 16% of respondents said they currently smoke marijuana, while nearly half have tried it at some point in their lifetime.
FDA proposes rule to ban menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars
The FDA announced its proposed rules for the ban Thursday, to "help prevent children from becoming the next generation of smokers," said HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra.
Walmart ending cigarette sales in some stores
Walmart, the nation's largest retail chain, says it will no longer sell cigarettes in some of its stores.
Walmart to end cigarette sales in some locations
Some of the retailer's stores in California, Florida and other states will no longer offer the tobacco products.
FDA to ban menthol cigarettes, some cigars
The Food and Drug Administration said it will ban menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars, but it was unclear when the ban will go into effect. The federal agency was ordered by a court to respond to a 2013 petition advocating for the ban. Tanya Rivero has more.
California bans flavored tobacco products
The bill was largely developed by Senator Jerry Hill to "address an unprecedented surge in youth nicotine consumption."
Sneak peek: The Twisted Case of Angie Dodge
A brutal murder and police have DNA evidence -- could a discarded cigarette lead investigators to a possible killer and close a case two decades later? CBS News' Anne-Marie Green reports for "48 Hours," Saturday, June 27 at 10/9c on CBS.
Drivers in Australia can be fined up to $11,000 for tossing a lit cigarette
Officials in New South Wales are enforcing harsher penalties amid unprecedented destruction from wildfires.
Must be 21 to buy tobacco or vape products in U.S.
The FDA confirmed that an age increase that was signed into law last week is now in effect.
Apple removes all vaping and e-cigs apps, citing health risks
Tech giant alludes to rash of deaths and lung injuries in moving to delete nearly 200 apps from its online store
Cigarette smoking among adults hits all-time low in U.S.
But 34.2 million adults still smoke and use other tobacco products
Juul to stop selling mint-flavored e-cigarette pods
Mint is one of the vaping giant's most popular flavors
Underage use of e-cigarettes shows no signs of slowing down
An estimated 28% of high school students and 11% of middle school students said they'd used e-cigarettes within the past month
Flight attendants warn of "catastrophic" fire risk from e-cigarettes
FAA data shows at least 48 e-cigarette related smoke or fire incidents at airports or on planes
Police arrest potential killer with genealogy
Police in Florida have arrested a possible serial killer using genealogy and DNA collected from a cigarette. Robert Haye was charged in Palm Beach County with first-degree murder for the death of one woman, and more charges are expected. Police say the 37-year-old is believed to have killed at least four women over more than 10 years. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Juul announces ID verification system to curb underage e-cig use
The company said more than 40,000 stores have committed to implementing the new system
Juul CEO tells CBS News: "I don't want my kids using the product"
In an exclusive interview with Tony Dokoupil, CEO Kevin Burns said the company never intended for Juul to be used by kids
Juul CEO: Breathing illness cases are "worrisome"
Juul CEO Kevin Burns says "until we see some facts," the products will stay on the market
Altria and Philip Morris are consindering a merger
Altria and Philip Morris, which split into two companies more than a decade ago, could be reunited
Officials investigate 193 lung disease cases among vapers
Officials are investigating 193 possible cases of severe lung illness associated with vaping in 22 states
Juul raises $325 million despite growing health concerns
Facing stricter regulation in the U.S., the vaping company has been pushing to expand overseas
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Garland discusses the process behind Trump, Hunter Biden prosecutions
Attorney General Merrick Garland told "60 Minutes" about the process used in the special counsel investigations into former President Donald Trump and Hunter Biden.
Newsom taps Laphonza Butler to fill Feinstein's Senate seat
The death of Sen. Dianne Feinstein left an open seat in the Senate for California.
McCarthy says "I'll survive" after Gaetz moves to oust him
"I think we need to rip off the Band-Aid," Rep. Matt Gaetz said of his plan to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy from his leadership role.
Biden tells Congress to "get to work" after averting government shutdown
Hours before a midnight deadline, Congress passed a short-term funding bill to keep the government running for 45 days.
Jimmy Carter celebrates 99th birthday
Celebrating the longest-lived U.S. president this way was inconceivable not long ago.
At least 9 killed when church roof collapses in Mexico, officials say
Police said about 100 people were inside the Santa Cruz church when the roof collapsed in the Mexican city of Ciudad Madero.
Tim Wakefield, Red Sox knuckleballer, dead at 57
Beloved former Red Sox pitcher Tim Wakefield died at the age of 57, the team announced on Sunday.
Illinois semi-truck crash causes 5 deaths and ammonia leak evacuation
At a press conference on Sunday afternoon, NTSB board member Tom Chapman said a preliminary investigation determined that the accident was caused when the driver of a semitruck pulled to the right of the road in reaction to another vehicle.
Powerball jackpot grows to estimated $1.04 billion
The Powerball jackpot soared past the $1 billion mark after no tickets matched all six numbers drawn on Saturday night.
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Newsom taps Laphonza Butler to fill Feinstein's Senate seat
The death of Sen. Dianne Feinstein left an open seat in the Senate for California.
Unlawful crossings along southern U.S. border reach yearly high
For only the second time in U.S. history, migrant apprehensions along the southern border surpassed 2 million in a single fiscal year, federal data obtained by CBS News shows.
Damar Hamlin plays in first regular-season NFL game since cardiac arrest
After being a healthy scratch during the first three weeks of the 2023 season, Hamlin was used on the Bills' special teams unit for kick returns Sunday.
Student loan repayments begin again on October 1. Here's what to know.
Americans with student loan debt will need to begin repaying their loans starting on Sunday after a hiatus of more than three years.
Suspect arrested in murder of Sarah Ferguson's former assistant
Ferguson said she was "shocked and saddened" to learn the news about Jenean Chapman, who was found dead in a suspected homicide, according to police.
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Student loan repayments begin again on October 1. Here's what to know.
Americans with student loan debt will need to begin repaying their loans starting on Sunday after a hiatus of more than three years.
Biden tells Congress to "get to work" after averting government shutdown
Hours before a midnight deadline, Congress passed a short-term funding bill to keep the government running for 45 days.
Donald Trump expects to attend start of New York civil trial Monday
Former President Donald Trump expects to attend at least the first day of the civil trial pitting him and the Trump Organization against New York Attorney General Letitia James.
75,000 health care workers could soon strike in five states
The walkout by Kaiser Permanente nurses, orderlies and other workers would represent the biggest health care strike in U.S. history.
Hundreds of flights canceled and delayed after storm slams NYC
Travelers were urged to check with their carriers after intense rain and flooding disrupted flights at two of the nation's busiest airports.
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Newsom taps Laphonza Butler to fill Feinstein's Senate seat
The death of Sen. Dianne Feinstein left an open seat in the Senate for California.
NY governor calls last-minute disaster assistance "unconscionable"
"It's tone-deaf to what states like New York and many others are going through," said Hochul on "Face the Nation" Sunday morning.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation," Oct. 1, 2023
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and New York Gov. Kathy Hochul join Margaret Brennan.
McCarthy says his "priority" is border security
Congress passed a short-term funding bill to avert a government shutdown that lacked new funding for Ukraine.
Transcript: Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick and Josh Gottheimer on "Face the Nation," Oct. 1, 2023
The following is a transcript of an interview with Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, Republican of Pennsylvania, and Josh Gottheimer, Democrat of New Jersey, that aired on "Face the Nation" on Oct. 1, 2023.
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75,000 health care workers could soon strike
About 75,000 workers in the Kaiser Permanente health care system could soon hit the picket lines. It would be the largest in health care strike in U.S. history. Their labor contract expires at midnight Saturday. Tom Wait has the latest.
75,000 health care workers could soon strike in five states
The walkout by Kaiser Permanente nurses, orderlies and other workers would represent the biggest health care strike in U.S. history.
Rocker bassinets potentially deadly for babies, safety regulator warns
5in1 Rocker Bassinets sold online at Walmart.com and other websites pose suffocation, strangulation and fall hazards, regulators warn.
2 professors hope to diversify the medical field ahead of National Latino Physician Day
They hope to change the number of Hispanics choosing a career in medicine by highlighting their community's achievements on October 1 for National Latino Physician Day.
After pharmacists walk out, CVS vows to improve working conditions
CVS Health pharmacists are being run ragged by insufficient staff and corporate quotas that jeopardize patient safety, protest organizers claim.
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At least 9 killed when church roof collapses in Mexico, officials say
Police said about 100 people were inside the Santa Cruz church when the roof collapsed in the Mexican city of Ciudad Madero.
Turkey strikes Kurdish militant targets in Iraq after Ankara bombing
Turkey's defense ministry says it carried out raids on 20 Kurdish rebel targets in northern Iraq after a suicide attack on a government building in the Turkish capital.
Nightclub fire in Murcia, Spain, leaves at least 13 dead
The fire started around 6 a.m. in the popular Teatre nightclub and quickly tore through the venue, according to Spain's state news agency EFE.
Dog caught in driver's seat of moving car in speed camera photo in Slovakia
According to police, the real driver of the car said the dog had unexpectedly jumped into his lap.
6 miners killed, 15 trapped after Zimbabwe gold mine collapses
Rescue operations were underway on Saturday at Beyhose mine in the gold rich town of Chegutu, about 60 miles west of Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe.
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The story of an iconic hip-hop photo
Celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of hip-hop have been going on all year, but 25 years ago, one of the most iconic photos in the history of the genre was taken. Jericka Duncan shares how it all came together.
"Trust" author Hernan Diaz on his love for "the music of English"
The novelist's Pulitzer Prize-winning bestseller is a kaleidoscopic look at the world of the stratospherically rich. He talks about the influence of Edith Wharton on his work, and the miracle of validation that came after years of writing without recognition.
Joan Baez at peace
In a new documentary, "Joan Baez I Am a Noise," the singer-activist opens up about her 60-year career and her life on the front lines of social change.
"Trust" author Hernan Diaz
Brooklyn-based novelist Hernan Diaz won this year's Pulitzer Prize for his bestseller "Trust," a kaleidoscopic look at the world of the stratospherically rich. He talks with correspondent Martha Teichner about how his childhood in Argentina and Sweden informed his perspective on American life and history; his love of the English language; the influence of Edith Wharton on his writing; and the miracle of validation that came after years of writing without recognition.
"Merrily We Roll Along" and its long road back to Broadway
Stephen Sondheim's musical about the long, complicated friendships of a trio of creatives, savaged by critics when it debuted in 1981, has been restaged in an acclaimed revival starring Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Groff and Lindsay Mendez.
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Can AI be trusted in warfare?
Like other technological advances, the growing use of artificial intelligence in warfighting is a foregone conclusion. But how will AI - proven victorious in games like chess and poker - be developed and deployed on the battlefield, by both the U.S. and its adversaries?
AI: The next battlefield
Like other technological advances, the growing use of artificial intelligence in warfighting is a foregone conclusion. But as "Sunday Morning" senior contributor Ted Koppel reports, questions persist on how AI is developed and deployed on the battlefield, by both the U.S. and its adversaries.
Apple seeks fix for overheating iPhone 15 issue
Apple announced Saturday it is working on an update to address reports that new iPhone 15 models are overheating. The company said the issue is caused by software bug and the use of certain third-party apps, including Uber and Instagram.
OpenAI's ChatGPT gets new advancements
ChatGPT has become even more advanced in its ability to inform and interact with users. OpenAI confirmed Wednesday the artificial intelligence-powered system can now browse the internet to provide users with the most up-to-date information when previously it only used data up to September 2021. OpenAI also announced this week that ChatGPT can now "see, hear, and speak" with users through newly rolled-out features. Kyle Wiggers, senior enterprise reporter at TechCrunch, joined CBS News to talk about the updates.
Google antitrust trial enters third week
The government's antitrust case against Google is now entering its third week, but efforts by the tech giant to close off testimony to the public are raising questions about transparency in the Justice Department's biggest monopoly trial in more than 20 years. Nico Grant, a technology reporter at the New York Times, joined CBS News to discuss the case.
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Scientists say they've found Europe's oldest "prehistoric footwear"
Research say the oldest collection of footwear in Europe has been discovered in a cave in southern Spain, dating back more than 6,000 years.
Family looking for lost earring instead finds Viking-era burial treasures
The family was looking for a lost gold earring in their garden, but instead they found artifacts dating back more than 1,000 years, officials said.
Scientists take step toward "being able to resurrect extinct species"
"People didn't think it could really be done," Marc Friedländer, an associate professor in molecular biology at Stockholm University, told CBS News.
Scientists recover RNA from extinct species
For the first time, scientists in Sweden have analyzed an extinct animal's RNA. They're studying the Tasmanian tiger which has been extinct since the 1930s. Marc Friedländer, associate professor in molecular biology at Stockholm University, joins CBS News to discuss what the breakthrough means for science.
Tropical storm warnings along East Coast
What could soon be Tropical Storm Ophelia is moving closer to the U.S. East Coast, the National Hurricane Center said, and a tropical storm warning is in effect from Cape Fear, North Carolina, to Fenwick Island, Delaware. CBS News Baltimore's Janay Reece has an update on how locals there are preparing for the storm. And Lynette Charles, meteorologist for The Weather Channel, has a forecast for where the storms could be most severe.
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Amber Alert issued for 9-year-old girl in upstate New York
Charlotte Sena disappeared Saturday evening in Moreau Lake State Park, about 190 miles north of New York City.
Illinois man convicted of killing his wife speaks out: "I'm innocent."
Prosecutors say evidence, including damning cellphone searches and texts, led them to Tim Bliefnick for the February murder of Becky Bliefnick.
Son's coach ID'd as Florida mom's killer decades after her murder
Joseph Mills, a coach and role model to the victim's youngest son, was sentenced to life in prison without parole 41 years after the rape and murder of Linda Slaten in her Lakeland home.
New video released in Philadelphia lootings
Philadelphia police on Friday released new surveillance video in a looting rampage that occurred across the city earlier this week, in an effort to identify and arrest more suspects. The video shows a large group of masked looters using hammers to smash their way into a store.
4 Baton Rouge officers charged in connection with "brave cave" scandal
The Baton Rouge Police Department is under scrutiny as the FBI opened a civil rights investigation into allegations that officers assaulted detainees in an obscure warehouse known as the "brave cave."
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Investigating space tourism safety regulation
As new space tour companies change the way we can see our world, a moratorium on spaceflight regulation and participant safety has come to the forefront. In the latest CBS Reports documentary, Mark Strassmann takes a close look at the next great leap for humankind -- and whether regulators and industry stakeholders are striking the right balance between encouraging innovation and ensuring safety.
3 space station crew members back on Earth after U.S.-record year in space
Descent from the International Space Station closed out an unexpected 371-day stay, the longest flight in U.S. space history.
How to see the harvest supermoon
September's full moon, also known as the harvest moon, will be the last of four consecutive supermoons.
NASA astronaut closing out record-setting yearlong space station flight
NASA astronaut Frank Rubio is finishing up the longest single flight in U.S. space history at 371 days.
Why NASA retrieved samples from an asteroid
NASA is celebrating the successful end of a 7-year, $1 billion mission to collect and return a sample from the asteroid Bennu. CBS News' Mark Strassmann has more on the mission. And Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss the significance of the samples.
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Becky Bliefnick texted about fear of her estranged husband
The Illinois mom wrote, "If something ever happens to me, please make sure the number one person of interest is Tim." Take a look at the evidence that led to Tim Bliefnick's arrest.
The crime scene evidence that convicted Alex Murdaugh
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Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Young witness found herself at the scene of a crime
What Angelina Fernandes saw the night her mother was accused of murder.
Chandler Halderson case: An inside look
How prosecutors made the case that the Wisconsin man killed his parents Bart and Krista Halderson in July 2021.
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Space Tourism: The Next Great Leap | CBS Reports
In the aftermath of the Titan submersible tragedy, extreme travel has come under fresh scrutiny. But one industry stands out for both its allure and the lack of regulation protecting participants' safety: space tourism. CBS Reports explores the next great leap for humankind and whether regulators and industry stakeholders are striking the right balance between encouraging innovation and ensuring safety.
AG Merrick Garland: The 60 Minutes Interview
Scott Pelley asks Attorney General Merrick Garland about the prosecutions of former President Trump and Hunter Biden, and the investigation of President Biden.
Michael Lewis’ new book on Sam Bankman-Fried
Author Michael Lewis met with FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried more than 100 times. Lewis breaks down the crypto superstar’s rise and fall in his new book, “Going Infinite.”
The story of an iconic hip-hop photo
Celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of hip-hop have been going on all year, but 25 years ago, one of the most iconic photos in the history of the genre was taken. Jericka Duncan shares how it all came together.
10/1/2023: Attorney General; The Rise and Fall of Sam Bankman-Fried
First, Merrick Garland on the independence of Trump and Hunter Biden investigations.Then, Michael Lewis’ new book on Sam Bankman-Fried.