House scraps plans to return to Capitol as Senate forges ahead
The Senate is still expected to return to the Capitol next week.
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WWII veteran gets over 125,000 birthday cards
Captain Tom Moore, the 99-year-old British WWII veteran who raised millions of dollars for health care workers battling the coronavirus outbreak, has now received more than 125,000 cards ahead of his 100th birthday. The cards are on display at the school of his grandson, Benjie Ingram-Moore.
Lockdowns could mean millions more domestic violence cases, UN says
"It's truly disturbing. And if we don't do anything about it ... every three months there will be an additional 15 million cases."
Pentagon agency working on cloning antibodies to fight COVID-19
Researchers for DARPA's Pandemic Prevention Program are trying to come up with a temporary treatment to protect against coronavirus until a vaccine is ready.
Millions lose health insurance amid outbreak
The Economic Policy Institute estimates that at least 11 million Americans have lost employer-provided health insurance within the past five weeks. And without health insurance, coronavirus treatment can cost tens of thousands of dollars. Josh Bivens is the director of research at the Economic Policy Institute, and he joined CBSN to discuss.
Thunderbirds and Blue Angels perform flyover
The U.S. Air Force's Thunderbirds and Navy's Blue Angels conducted flyovers in New York City and other cities in the Northeast on Tuesday to salute to frontline workers fighting the coronavirus pandemic.
White House testing and tracing guidance puts much of the burden on states
A member of the Coronavirus Task Force says the administration is prepared to send all 50 states enough tests to screen 2% of their population a month.
Consumer confidence plunges to six-year low
Almost half of America's consumers say business conditions are "bad," while one-third say jobs are now hard to find.
Rise in domestic violence amid lockdowns
There's been an alarming rise in domestic violence cases worldwide as families are forced to quarantine together amid coronavirus lockdowns. Police in London have made thousands of arrests in domestic abuse cases. CBS News reporter Haley Ott takes a closer look.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis discusses reopening Florida with Trump
DeSantis said the decision to slowly reopen the state will be based on data.
N.Y. hospitalizations down "a tick," Cuomo says
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said Tuesday that the numbers of new and total hospitalizations have declined again, but the state still reported another 335 deaths from the coronavirus Monday. Watch his remarks.
Hospitalizations continue to decline in New York, Cuomo says
He also said 335 people died from the virus yesterday.
Millions of Americans can't afford food and rent, report finds
The coronavirus is deepening existing fissures in an economy destabilized by decades of rising inequality.
McConnell: "Good idea" to focus briefings on experts, not Trump
"Certainly what the American people are most interested in is the advice from health professionals"
Should airplane passengers have to wear masks?
One public health expert doesn't know "why on earth" every airline wouldn't implement the rule for everyone onboard.
Sean Penn joins the fight against COVID-19
Actor and activist Sean Penn has joined the fight against the coronavirus with his nonprofit, CORE. The group have been helping manage free drive-through COVID-19 test sites and giving out free test kits in California, and announced new sites in New Orleans, Atlanta and Detroit -- all areas that have been underserved and particularly hard-hit by the pandemic. Penn speaks to Jamie Yuccas about why he is mobilizing on the front lines.
Lockdowns could mean more domestic violence
Governments and activists around the world have been responding to spikes in domestic violence as stay-at-home measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 force victims and survivors to self-isolate with their abusers. CBS News' Haley Ott has the story from London.
New info on how coronavirus affects patients
There are more than 2.9 million reported cases of COVID-19 worldwide and over 200,000 deaths. As the pandemic continues, doctors are learning new information about how the disease affects patients. Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider joins CBSN with more.
Some U.S. homeowners could face ballooning mortgage payments
"What makes them think I'm going to have three months of money in three months?" one homeowner asked.
U.S. reports 1 million confirmed coronavirus cases
The U.S. has by far the highest number of confirmed cases worldwide, and the highest death toll.
White House testing strategy relies on states
The White House has released a blueprint for coronavirus testing as states begin to reopen their economies. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy joins CBSN with the latest.
Thermal imaging could be used to deny entry into businesses
"What we're seeing is there will be a new normal that will involve thermal screening as a frontline tool," Chris Bainter, director of global business development at FLIR Systems, said.
Challenge continues to find accurate coronavirus antibody tests
Finding out who has been exposed to the coronavirus has been identified as a key to reopening the country. But there are problems.
Ohio holds mostly vote-by-mail primary
Ohio is holding its primary elections today and most ballots are being cast by mail due to the coronavirus pandemic. Lessons learned from this experiment could forecast how the general election is conducted in November. Jeremy Pelzer, a reporter with Cleveland.com's Capitol Letter, joined CBSN with the latest.
Tokyo Olympics could be canceled
Already delayed until next year, the Tokyo Games could be scrapped entirely unless the coronavirus pandemic is brought under control, a Japanese official has warned. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio has more from Tokyo.
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Trump says Iran shot down Apache helicopter and U.S. must respond
The two helicopter pilots were uninjured but the U.S. "must, of necessity, respond," President Trump said Tuesday.
House passes bill to fund ICE for rest of Trump's term after monthslong impasse
The House passed Republicans' $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement agencies for the rest of the Trump administration.
Texas teen found guilty of murder in stabbing at high school track meet
The trial of Karmelo Anthony centered on whether he acted in self-defense when he fatally stabbed Austin Metcalf at a Frisco ISD track meet in 2025.
Vance: Iran deal could happen in a week or months from now
In an interview airing on "CBS Sunday Morning," Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. will reach a deal with Iran before November's midterm elections.
Watchdog finds waste and unsanitary conditions at ICE facility inside Fort Bliss
From August 2025 to March 2026, an immigrant detention facility at Fort Bliss Army base suffered a host of serious incidents, including two deaths that were investigated by the Government Accountability Office.
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.
U.S. Apache helicopter shot down by Iran, Trump says; crew rescued by sea drone
The two crew members were rescued by a sea drone in the first such operation ever carried out by the U.S. military, officials told CBS News.
Ukraine winning war with Russia, retired U.S. generals say
Several retired U.S. generals and the former director of a U.S. intelligence agency told CBS News they believe Ukraine now has the upper hand in the war with Russia.
Social Security's insolvency date is projected for end of 2032
The report offers a fresh look at the finances of a program that provides benefits to more than 70 million Americans.
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New sunscreen option wins FDA approval after years of delay
A sunscreen ingredient that's been available in Europe, Japan and South Korea for years has finally been approved by the FDA for sale in the U.S.
Watchdog finds waste and unsanitary conditions at ICE facility inside Fort Bliss
From August 2025 to March 2026, an immigrant detention facility at Fort Bliss Army base suffered a host of serious incidents, including two deaths that were investigated by the Government Accountability Office.
May inflation likely topped 4% for first time in 3 years, economists say
Economists expect the Consumer Price Index this week to show U.S. inflation continuing to rise due to higher energy costs.
Many soccer fans excited about U.S. hosting World Cup, CBS News poll finds
The U.S. being a host country for the World Cup generates interest among fans, but less so among those who are not soccer fans.
Here's the retirement challenge nobody talks about
Many Americans spend decades saving for retirement, but lack a plan for using that money once they stop working, a new survey finds. Here's what to know.
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May inflation likely topped 4% for first time in 3 years, economists say
Economists expect the Consumer Price Index this week to show U.S. inflation continuing to rise due to higher energy costs.
Here's the retirement challenge nobody talks about
Many Americans spend decades saving for retirement, but lack a plan for using that money once they stop working, a new survey finds. Here's what to know.
A bidding war is underway for the world's oldest bank
Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena has been operating for well over 500 years, and some Italian officials reportedly want to ensure it stays in Italian hands.
Social Security's insolvency date is projected for end of 2032
Medicare's hospital insurance trust fund will be unable to pay full benefits in 2033, which could lead to higher health care costs for Americans over 65.
Meta launches program to train workers for data center jobs
Meta pledged to invest $115 million to train electricians, plumbers and other workers needed to operate data centers.
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FEMA overhaul would make disaster aid harder to access, analysts warn
A new analysis warns a proposed FEMA overhaul by a Trump-appointed panel would limit access to disaster aid for survivors, shifting the burden to state and local agencies amid hurricane season.
Watchdog finds waste and unsanitary conditions at ICE facility inside Fort Bliss
From August 2025 to March 2026, an immigrant detention facility at Fort Bliss Army base suffered a host of serious incidents, including two deaths that were investigated by the Government Accountability Office.
Vance: Iran deal could happen in a week or months from now
In an interview airing on "CBS Sunday Morning," Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. will reach a deal with Iran before November's midterm elections.
Key spy power on verge of lapsing after Trump appoints controversial intel chief
Democrats say they won't vote to reauthorize the key spy authority known as FISA Section 702 as long as Bill Pulte is leading the Office of the Director of National Intelligence.
DOJ finds EEOC violated law by pressuring employers to make race-based decisions
The Justice Department accused the EEOC of violating civil rights laws by issuing guidelines that effectively pressured employers to make race-based considerations in hiring and promotions.
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New sunscreen option wins FDA approval after years of delay
A sunscreen ingredient that's been available in Europe, Japan and South Korea for years has finally been approved by the FDA for sale in the U.S.
Safety concerns over weight loss drug
There's a new safety concern about doctors prescribing one experimental weight loss treatment, retatrutide, that hasn't even been FDA approved yet. Adam Yamaguchi reports.
How an experimental weight-loss drug is being openly promoted by physicians
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
The promises and pitfalls of GLP-1 drugs
Approved 20 years ago as a diabetes treatment, GLP-1 drugs have been found to help patients reduce weight, changing the lives of more than 30 million people in the U.S. But there also have been troubling side effects reported.
The promises and pitfalls of GLP-1 drugs
Approved 20 years ago as a treatment for diabetes, GLP-1 drugs have been found also to help patients significantly reduce weight. More than 30 million people in the U.S. have had their lives changed by GLP-1 medications. But there have also been troubling side effects reported. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with experts who say the drugs might prove useful in treating other diseases associated with obesity (including cancer); and with patients who have taken GLP-1 drugs and experienced widely varying reactions.
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Vance: Iran deal could happen in a week or months from now
In an interview airing on "CBS Sunday Morning," Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. will reach a deal with Iran before November's midterm elections.
Dozens of 7,000-year-old headless human skeletons found in ditch
Researchers have discovered dozens of headless human skeletons in a ditch in Slovakia, which they believe date back 7,000 years.
Ukraine winning war with Russia, retired U.S. generals say
Several retired U.S. generals and the former director of a U.S. intelligence agency told CBS News they believe Ukraine now has the upper hand in the war with Russia.
Afghan Taliban forces open fire at protest sparked by dress code arrests
Afghanistan's Taliban rulers deny shooting at protesters and claim no women or girls have been arrested because they're all following strict dress code rules.
A bidding war is underway for the world's oldest bank
Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena has been operating for well over 500 years, and some Italian officials reportedly want to ensure it stays in Italian hands.
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Logan Marshall-Green on "Killing Castro"
"Marshals" actor Logan Marshall-Green joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings to discuss his recent work on "The Odyssey," "Boiúna: Legend of the Amazon" and "Killing Castro."
Expert on UAPs, Spielberg's "Disclosure Day"
Garry Nolan, a professor of pathology at Stanford University School of Medicine and the executive director of the board for The Sol Foundation, joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss Steven Spielberg's new movie, "Disclosure Day," and its exploration of the existence of aliens on Earth.
Biggest winners from the 79th Tony Awards
CBS News New York's Dave Carlin breaks down the biggest wins and performances from the 79th Tony Awards.
Steven Spielberg talks "Disclosure Day"
Oscar-winning director Steven Spielberg talks to CBS News about his 34th feature film, "Disclosure Day," which explores what would happen if all of the evidence about UFOs and alien life was released to the entire world and proved we are not alone. He also discusses his opinion on aliens, saying they "have been here and they are here."
Highlights from the Tony Awards
At Broadway's biggest night, "Schmigadoon!" took home the award for best musical. Meanwhile, "Arthur Miller's 'Death of a Salesman'" won six Tony Awards, the most of the night. Jamie Wax has more on the winners and top moments.
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Meta launches program to train workers for data center jobs
Meta pledged to invest $115 million to train electricians, plumbers and other workers needed to operate data centers.
New Apple features to keep kids safe
Apple is rolling out an update with new parental controls to help navigate screen time and keep kids safe. Jo Ling Kent explains the changes.
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.
How to buy SpaceX shares as its blockbuster IPO readies for liftoff
SpaceX is setting aside a large chunk of shares for ordinary investors as it seeks to raise a record $75 billion. Here's what to know.
Can an AI agent cover for you while you're at the beach?
"AI can make everything that was on my plate visible to colleagues while I'm gone," one expert said.
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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.
El Niño could bring more widespread coral bleaching, NOAA warns
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
Scientists find yeast in frozen mummy's guts, use it to make bread
More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed by an arrow in the back.
Meteor lights up southern Michigan
Days after a meteor exploded over New England, another fireball was spotted, visible in the Midwest to the Northeast. Rob Marciano has more.
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Details on Karmelo Anthony's sentencing
A jury on Tuesday found Karmelo Anthony, 19, guilty of murder for the 2025 stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a Texas track meet. CBS News correspondent Jonah Kaplan reports.
Karmelo Anthony convicted of murder in stabbing
Karmelo Anthony was convicted of murder Tuesday for the 2025 stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a Texas track meet. CBS News Texas reports.
Charlotte train stabbing suspect found incompetent
Decarlos Brown Jr, the man accused of fatally stabbing Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska on a Charlotte, North Carolina, light rail train, has been ruled incompetent for trial "at this time." CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more.
Stabbing attack in Belfast sparks calls for anti-immigration protests
Police appeal for calm as graphic video of a Belfast stabbing attack fuels calls for anti-immigration protests in Northern Ireland.
Alligator attacks DWI suspect who was fleeing police
A man suspected of driving while impaired was attacked by an alligator after attempting to flee police in Louisiana, authorities said.
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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.
Blue Origin vows to resume New Glenn launches despite explosion
Damage to Blue Origin's lone launch pad in the wake of last week's spectacular explosion was not as severe as initially feared, the company said.
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Details on Karmelo Anthony's sentencing
A jury on Tuesday found Karmelo Anthony, 19, guilty of murder for the 2025 stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a Texas track meet. CBS News correspondent Jonah Kaplan reports.
Karmelo Anthony convicted of murder in stabbing
Karmelo Anthony was convicted of murder Tuesday for the 2025 stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a Texas track meet. CBS News Texas reports.
Vance: U.S. "very close" to deal with Iran
Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. is "very close" to reaching a deal with Iran, but it could come next week or months from now. "I think that the deal could happen in the next week, but the deal could also happen months from now," Vance told Robert Costa in an interview airing Sunday.
Early details on new Artemis III mission
NASA has announced the four astronauts who will take part in the Artemis III moon mission. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer for the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss what we know about the mission so far.
Charlotte train stabbing suspect found incompetent
Decarlos Brown Jr, the man accused of fatally stabbing Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska on a Charlotte, North Carolina, light rail train, has been ruled incompetent for trial "at this time." CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more.