Global health chief warns about Ebola
Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the head of the World Health Organization, is warning that the Ebola outbreak in Congo could be the deadliest ever. CBS News' Ramy Inoncencio reports.
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Congo Ebola death toll tops 2,000 in fastest spreading outbreak on record
At least 2,000 people have died among the confirmed cases in Congo's Ebola outbreak that is the fastest-spreading on record, according to the latest government data.
U.S. citizen working in Congo tests positive for Ebola, CDC says
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention said the outbreak is the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak recorded on the continent.
Congo Ebola outbreak surges
President Trump's USAID funding cuts have been devastating to communities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo as a deadly Ebola outbreak worsens, African doctors say. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio spoke with public health advocates about efforts to control the outbreak.
Officials worry amid Ebola outbreak response
The Ebola outbreak in Uganda and the Congo is worsening as health officials continue to battle minimal staffing and resources, as well as misinformation. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio has more.
Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo top 1,000, deaths surpass 250, officials say
Confirmed Ebola cases in the outbreak in eastern Congo have reached 1,003, including 254 deaths, officials said, and tracing those who've been in contact with patients remains a major challenge.
Ebola crisis worsens in Congo, Uganda
As the Ebola crisis worsens, health officials continue to battle misinformation about the virus.
Africa CDC director issues dire Ebola warning
Top African health officials are warning that the deadly Ebola outbreak in Central Africa could become the worst in recorded history if transmission rates do not flatten. Syra Madad, infectious disease epidemiologist at the Harvard Belfer Center, joins to examine the state of efforts to contain the number of cases.
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Israel and Hezbollah reach a ceasefire in Lebanon; Reflecting Pool facing new issues despite President Trump's recent renovation.
Shocking draw in World Cup match
All 48 teams in the FIFA World Cup have played their opening matches. Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo only got a draw against Congo, who played in its first World Cup match since 1974. Meanwhile, Harry Kane led England to a win over Croatia.
How mistrust and war are fueling a deadly Ebola outbreak
Efforts to stop Central Africa's deadly Ebola outbreak face widespread mistrust and porous borders in a war zone.
Ebola outbreak concerns in Uganda
Uganda's porous and lengthy border with the Democratic Republic of Congo has been a hurdle in protecting public health during the ongoing Ebola outbreak in Africa, health officials say. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio reports.
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.
U.S. doctor with Ebola recovers from deadly virus, German hospital says
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
In Congo, doctors face Ebola with little protection: "We live with fear"
Travel bans and conflict have disrupted supply chains in the Democratic Republic of Congo, leaving health workers without Ebola tests and protective gear needed to contain the outbreak.
WHO massively scales back number of suspected Ebola cases in Congo
While 330 Ebola infections are confirmed in central Africa and huge challenges remain, hundreds more suspected cases "have been cleared out," the WHO says.
New details on spread of Ebola outbreak
The International Rescue Committee says the current Ebola outbreak in central Africa may have been spreading undetected as early as January. Meanwhile, there are protests over U.S. plans to treat affected Americans in Kenya. Ramy Inocencio reports.
5 Ebola patients in Africa recover, W.H.O. says
Confirmed Ebola cases continue to rise in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, but the World Health Organization confirms five infected patients have recovered. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder, an infectious disease specialist who spent time in Guinea as an Ebola aid worker during the West African epidemic, joins to discuss.
ICE temporarily releases man facing deportation to Congo amid Ebola outbreak
Jose Yugar-Cruz, who had been granted protection from deportation to his home country in South America, has been temporarily released from ICE custody.
WHO chief visits Congo as Ebola cases spread faster than response
The health organization said latest official figures showed 906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths.
WHO chief lands in Congo amid Ebola outbreak
World Health Organization Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrived in Congo as health officials continue to battle a severe Ebola outbreak and misinformation.
What's different about this Ebola outbreak?
The World Health Organization said there are approximately 906 suspected Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and they are investigating 223 suspected deaths. Dr. Tom Frieden, president and CEO of Resolve to Save Lives, joins CBS News to discuss.
Kenyan court blocks opening of U.S. Ebola quarantine center on air base
U.S. government plans to open a quarantine center for Americans exposed to Ebola on an air base in Kenya have been temporarily halted by a court order.
U.S. building Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya
The Trump administration confirms it is working to set up an Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya for Americans who were exposed to or infected with the deadly illness. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder, an infectious disease specialist who spent time in Guinea as an aid worker during the West African Ebola virus epidemic, joins to discuss.
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Trump says no talks with Iran ongoing, and none scheduled
President Trump says the U.S. is not engaged in any talks with Iran as the two countries remain locked in a standoff over the Strait of Hormuz after almost six months of war.
Florida voters choose in governor, Senate primaries, and more races to watch
Three states are holding primaries on Tuesday, with Florida deciding on nominees for both governor and for Senate.
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IRS proposal would force nonprofits to disclose leaders' terrorism convictions
The disclosure requirement would be added to the Form 990, the annual return that nonprofit groups file with the IRS.
Missing woman's family receives texts asking for money, bitcoin
Alisa Goods, 63, disappeared 10 days ago in Las Vegas. Her family has been receiving mysterious messages from her phone.
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DOJ to stop using outside experts to help vet competitive grant applicants
The Justice Department is scrapping its longtime practice of hiring outside experts to help review competitive grant applications, multiple sources told CBS News.
Activists who posed as Minnesota voters during primary could be in legal trouble
An undercover video could land a handful of activists in legal trouble. They pretended to be Minnesota voters during the primary.
Judge blocks plan to move FBI headquarters to Reagan Building
U.S. District Judge Theodore Chuang ruled that the Trump administration's move to divert funding and cancel a plan to move the FBI to Maryland was "arbitrary and capricious and not in accordance with law."
USS Benfold went days without power in the South China Sea
The guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold spent four days without power last month after a problem with its engineering, according to a spokesperson for the Navy's 7th Fleet.
Hayden Panettiere's ex-fiancé in "profound shock" after her death
Hayden Panettiere, who shares a daughter with the former boxing champ, died on Sunday at 36 years old.
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DOJ to stop using outside experts to help vet competitive grant applicants
The Justice Department is scrapping its longtime practice of hiring outside experts to help review competitive grant applications, multiple sources told CBS News.
Outshine Fruit Bars recalled over possible glass, parent Dreyer's says
Five flavors of Outshine Fruit Bars sold nationwide were recalled because they may include glass, Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream said.
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IRS proposal would force nonprofits to disclose leaders' terrorism convictions
The disclosure requirement would be added to the Form 990, the annual return that nonprofit groups file with the IRS.
Missing woman's family receives texts asking for money, bitcoin
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Disney and ABC sue FCC over early license review, alleging retaliation
The lawsuit comes after the FCC ordered ABC to seek renewals between two and five years before its TV stations' licenses were set to expire.
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Outshine Fruit Bars recalled over possible glass, parent Dreyer's says
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Disney and ABC sue FCC over early license review, alleging retaliation
The lawsuit comes after the FCC ordered ABC to seek renewals between two and five years before its TV stations' licenses were set to expire.
Discord suspends livestreams in Brazil amid backlash over girl's suicide
Popular American chat app Discord says it suspended livestreams in line with a Brazilian government order, amid fierce criticism over a 13-year-old girl's death.
U.S., Canada in last-minute talks to head off steep new U.S. tariffs
Last-minute talks were continuing between the U.S. and Canada in an effort to head off President Trump's plan to impose 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods.
Stellantis recalls nearly 850,000 vehicles over rearview camera issue
The car manufacturer is also recalling another 107,000 vehicles outside the U.S. over the same issue.
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DOJ to stop using outside experts to help vet competitive grant applicants
The Justice Department is scrapping its longtime practice of hiring outside experts to help review competitive grant applications, multiple sources told CBS News.
USS Benfold went days without power in the South China Sea
The guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold spent four days without power last month after a problem with its engineering, according to a spokesperson for the Navy's 7th Fleet.
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IRS proposal would force nonprofits to disclose leaders' terrorism convictions
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U.S., Canada in last-minute talks to head off steep new U.S. tariffs
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Florida voters choose in governor, Senate primaries, and more races to watch
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School vaccination rates inch down again to record low
U.S. kindergarten vaccination rates have declined again, with exemptions reaching a record high for the 2025-2026 school year
RFK Jr.'s hunt for autism culprits stalls amid Trump's baseless vaccine order
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.
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Whole Foods recalls some jalapeño products over salmonella risk
Certain salsas, guacamole, pico de gallo and prepared jalapeño products at Whole Foods are among the products recalled over possible salmonella risk.
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USS Benfold went days without power in the South China Sea
The guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold spent four days without power last month after a problem with its engineering, according to a spokesperson for the Navy's 7th Fleet.
U.S. diplomat calls Israeli strikes on Syria base "unnecessary escalation"
U.S. Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack says an Israeli attack on a Syrian air force base was an "unnecessary escalation that does not advance regional stability."
Trial opens 32 years after American woman murdered in Germany
The man is accused of luring Amy Lopez under false pretenses into a secluded room, where he then allegedly handcuffed her, sexually assaulted her and killed her.
American man flies to West Bank to save home from Israeli settlers
Palestinian-American Loui Ridi says he flew from Ohio to a village in the Israeli-occupied West Bank to stop settlers from seizing his home.
Discord suspends livestreams in Brazil amid backlash over girl's suicide
Popular American chat app Discord says it suspended livestreams in line with a Brazilian government order, amid fierce criticism over a 13-year-old girl's death.
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Nominees revealed for some VMA categories
"CBS Mornings" revealed the nominees for three categories at this year's VMAs, including artist of the year.
Top upcoming book to movie adaptations
Amazon Books editorial director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss some of her favorite books coming to the big screen this year.
Hayden Panettiere's ex-fiancé in "profound shock" after her death
Hayden Panettiere, who shares a daughter with the former boxing champ, died on Sunday at 36 years old.
Hollywood grieves Hayden Panettiere
With no signs of foul play or trauma, authorities said the investigation into actor Hayden Panettiere's death is just beginning. The former child star was on "Guiding Light" and also had breakout roles in "Heroes" and "Nashville." She died at 36 years old. Mark Strassmann reports.
First witnesses speak in Tupac murder trial
Opening statements were delivered in Tupac Shakur's long-awaited murder trial on Monday. Nearly 30 years ago, the iconic rapper was killed in a drive-by shooting in Las Vegas, a pivotal moment in music history. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman reports.
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Discord suspends livestreams in Brazil amid backlash over girl's suicide
Popular American chat app Discord says it suspended livestreams in line with a Brazilian government order, amid fierce criticism over a 13-year-old girl's death.
How this school uses AI instead of teachers
Alpha School is a private school that teaches students subjects like math and reading with artificial intelligence apps. Mackenzie Price, co-founder of Alpha School, joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
States crack down on misleading home listings
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The iNaturalist app – Mixing science with fun
The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to scientists studying biodiversity, species decline, and habitat loss. It also provides opportunities for fun: David Pogue joins iNaturalist fan Martha Stewart in a "bioblitz" – a timed competition with other users to spot and ID species. (Originally broadcast March 22, 2026.)
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A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
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Woman goes missing, family gets bitcoin texts
A family is desperately searching for a New York woman after she went missing while visiting a friend in Las Vegas. Her daughters say they are now receiving texts from her phone demanding bitcoin. CBS News' Nicole Valdes has more.
Trial opens 32 years after American woman murdered in Germany
The man is accused of luring Amy Lopez under false pretenses into a secluded room, where he then allegedly handcuffed her, sexually assaulted her and killed her.
Major cocaine bust at Penn State
More than a dozen current and former Penn State University students, along with one of their parents, have been charged in a major cocaine trafficking ring. Prosecutors allege two off-campus fraternities appeared to be the hubs for the operation. Meg Oliver reports.
Coke drug ring bust at Penn State
More than a dozen current and former fraternity-affiliated students at the Pennsylvania State University, and a parent, have been charged with drug-related charges after a cocaine bust at the school. CBS News' Meg Oliver reports.
Search for retiree who disappeared in Vegas
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Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
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Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
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Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
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SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
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President Trump admitted that the U.S. and Iran have no ongoing or planned negotiations right now. Meanwhile, Jared Kushner met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the fate of Gaza. CBS News' Nancy Cordes reports.
Woman goes missing, family gets bitcoin texts
A family is desperately searching for a New York woman after she went missing while visiting a friend in Las Vegas. Her daughters say they are now receiving texts from her phone demanding bitcoin. CBS News' Nicole Valdes has more.
How ultra-processed foods impact our health
Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian, the director of Food is Medicine Institute at Tufts University, calls ultra-processed foods "the main driver of disease, disability and death in the U.S." He discusses what's considered ultra-processed foods, how they impact our health and how to spot them.
Nominees revealed for some VMA categories
"CBS Mornings" revealed the nominees for three categories at this year's VMAs, including artist of the year.
Florida holds high-stakes primaries
Florida is holding several high-stakes primaries on Tuesday, including gubernatorial races to replace Ron DeSantis. Meanwhile, several democratic socialists are on the ballot. CBS News' Nikole Killion has more.