Rampaging elephant kills 20 people, including children, in India
Children and the elderly are among the dead, as well as a professional elephant handler, officials said.
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Seven elephants killed in India after passenger train collides with herd
The train had 650 passengers on board. Several train cars derailed, but there were no human injuries, a spokesperson said.
Elephant kills 2 women from U.K. and New Zealand in Zambia
The victims — Easton Janet Taylor from the U.K. and Alison Jean Taylor from New Zealand — were attacked by a female elephant that was with a calf, police said.
Circus Elephant
Andy Rooney runs away to the circus for a date...a very heavy date.
The Cost Of Ivory
Ivory is selling for nearly $1,000 a tusk, causing more elephants to be slaughtered and more orphaned babies in need of special care provided by an elephant orphanage in Kenya. Bob Simon reports.
"Light in the Forest"
Thomas Mangelsen describes one of his favorite photographs, which he took on the back of an elephant.
Train kills elephant in Sri Lanka's latest wildlife-railway accident
A Sri Lankan express train has fatally struck an elephant despite new safety measures introduced after the same train killed 7 elephants in a previous crash.
Video shows elephants shielding calves during California earthquake
A video shows the older elephants — Ndlula, Umngani and Khosi — scramble to encircle and shield the two 7-year-old calves, Zuli and Mkhaya, from any possible threats.
Elephant tramples tourist to death in South Africa
The South African national parks agency asked people not to post images of the incident on social media.
Tourist killed by elephant while she was bathing animal at sanctuary
A stressed elephant killed a Spanish tourist while she was bathing the animal at a sanctuary in southern Thailand, police said.
Young boy survives 5 nights lost in game park full of lions
Officials in Zimbabwe say 7-year-old Tinotenda Pudu survived five nights in the "unforgiving wild" of a game park thanks to his wilderness skills.
Can science help end human-elephant conflict?
Decades of deforestation and overdevelopment in Thailand have led to human-elephant conflict, sometimes with deadly consequences. Now, scientists may have a solution after studying elephant behavior.
Human-elephant conflict is on the rise in Thailand
A group of U.S. and Thai scientists is developing groundbreaking solutions to try and stem the growing human-elephant conflict in Thailand.
Farmers and villagers facing growing elephant conflict in Thailand
Decades of deforestation and overdevelopment in Thailand have led to human-elephant conflict, sometimes with deadly consequences. Now, scientists may have a solution after studying elephant behavior.
2 elephants at Ohio zoo will welcome calves by the same father
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Ohio announced this week that for the first time in the zoo's history, two elephants are pregnant at the same time.
Secrets of the elephant
There is a lot we're still learning about the magnificent elephant, a creature that became a political animal after satirist Thomas Nast used it in cartoons in the 1870s. Correspondent Faith Salie visits the exhibition "The Secret World of Elephants," at the American Museum of Natural History in New York, and checks out the pachyderms at the National Zoo in Washington, D.C., to uncover some of the elephant's secrets, from its means of communication, to its trunk, "the Swiss army knife of organs."
Sanctuary founder rehabilitates animals removed from shuttered zoo
Puerto Rico's lone zoo was closed after years of complaints about conditions. Colorado-based animal sanctuary founder Pat Craig spent months rescuing the animals.
Tourist killed by elephants after he left fiancée in car to take photos
The man's fiancée and two other women were in the vehicle and unharmed, police said.
U.S. woman killed by elephant in Zambia, the second this year
Juliana Gle Tourneau, 64, was killed when an elephant the tourists were watching attacked their vehicle, threw Tourneau out and trampled her, officials said.
Rare "miracle" elephant twins born in Thailand
One of the caretakers broke his leg trying to restrain the mother elephant after even she was surprised by the second calf.
First nonhuman species found to use name-like sounds for each other, study says
Videos show how African elephants may be the first nonhuman species to use vocal name-like identifiers for each other, suggesting "the capacity for some degree of symbolic thought," researchers said.
7 young elephants found dead amid monsoon flooding
A preliminary investigation suggested the animals had gotten bogged down in the marsh and drowned, an official said.
Elephant named Viola escapes circus, takes walk through Montana town
Viola escaped her circus handler before she was supposed to appear on stage in Butte, Montana.
Elephant on the loose in Butte, Montana
Viola the elephant was scheduled to perform with the Jordan World Circus in Butte, Montana, before she escaped her handler and took a walk through the city.
American woman killed in elephant attack in Zambia
A safari tour operator in Zambia says an American woman was killed by an elephant because their ranger couldn't move the vehicle "out of harm's way quick enough."
Trump U-turns on U.K.-Chagos Islands deal, links it to bid for Greenland
Trump says the U.K. decision to hand a strategic island to Mauritius, which he previously supported, was stupid, and justification for his attempt to acquire Greenland.
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"Mastermind" of Minnesota's biggest fraud scheme speaks out
In an exclusive interview from her jail cell, Aimee Bock defended her conduct in Minnesota's Feeding Our Future fraud case, but admitted regrets.
Lawmakers release final measures to fund government ahead of shutdown deadline
Congress has until Jan. 30 to fund the remaining government agencies and programs following the longest government shutdown in history in November.
Pardoned Jan. 6 rioter to face criminal trial for child molestation
Andrew Johnson is the latest in a series of pardoned Jan. 6 riot defendants to face new criminal charges.
Why you might get a "peanut butter"-style pay raise in 2026
What's a "peanut butter" raise? Here's what it means, and why this is the type of pay hike you should expect this year.
Man detained by ICE at gunpoint in underwear asks, "What did I do wrong?"
A U.S. citizen detained by ICE at gunpoint in his underwear in frigid conditions in Minnesota asks, "What did I do wrong?" The Associated Press says
Warming temps force some Antarctic penguins to breed earlier, study finds
A new study finds that warming temperatures are causing Antarctic penguins to breed earlier, threatening some species with extinction by century's end.
Spain begins national mourning for train crash victims as death toll rises
The death toll from the train crash in southern Spain continues to rise as officials are left perplexed by the cause, but rule out sabotage.
Indiana secures first ever football title with 27-21 win over Miami
A program that had played in a grand total of 13 bowl games in the 130-some years before coach Curt Cignetti arrived in 2024 went on a historic run en route to a 16-0 season and a national title.
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Netflix revises its offer for Warner Bros. Discovery, making it all cash
The streaming service is sweetening its offer amid Paramount Skydance's hostile takeover bid for the Hollywood studio.
Lawmakers release final measures to fund government ahead of shutdown deadline
Congress has until Jan. 30 to fund the remaining government agencies and programs following the longest government shutdown in history in November.
Stocks slide after Trump threatens European allies with tariffs
U.S. stocks sank on Tuesday following President Trump's weekend threats to impose tariffs on some NATO trading partners.
Why you might get a "peanut butter"-style pay raise in 2026
What's a "peanut butter" raise? Here's what it means, and why this is the type of pay hike you should expect this year.
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"Mastermind" of Minnesota's biggest fraud scheme speaks out
In an exclusive interview from her jail cell, Aimee Bock defended her conduct in Minnesota's Feeding Our Future fraud case, but admitted regrets.
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Netflix revises its offer for Warner Bros. Discovery, making it all cash
The streaming service is sweetening its offer amid Paramount Skydance's hostile takeover bid for the Hollywood studio.
Stocks slide after Trump threatens European allies with tariffs
U.S. stocks sank on Tuesday following President Trump's weekend threats to impose tariffs on some NATO trading partners.
Why you might get a "peanut butter"-style pay raise in 2026
What's a "peanut butter" raise? Here's what it means, and why this is the type of pay hike you should expect this year.
U.S. Steel CEO says it's "absolutely" still an American company after acquisition
"We have a fiduciary duty to Nippon," U.S. Steel CEO David Burritt said, but noted, "We're still mined, melted and made in the good ol' USA."
Are you a homeowner? See which tax deductions you might qualify for.
It will mostly be business as usual for homeowners this tax season. However, new changes introduced under the "big, beautiful bill" may affect how they file.
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Lawmakers release final measures to fund government ahead of shutdown deadline
Congress has until Jan. 30 to fund the remaining government agencies and programs following the longest government shutdown in history in November.
Pardoned Jan. 6 rioter to face criminal trial for child molestation
Andrew Johnson is the latest in a series of pardoned Jan. 6 riot defendants to face new criminal charges.
9 major themes that defined the first year of Trump's second term
President Trump has reshaped America's approach to foreign policy, pressured political enemies, downsized the federal workforce and prioritized deportations his first year in office.
Man detained by ICE at gunpoint in underwear asks, "What did I do wrong?"
A U.S. citizen detained by ICE at gunpoint in his underwear in frigid conditions in Minnesota asks, "What did I do wrong?" The Associated Press says
Justice Dept. calls claims in MN lawsuit seeking stop to ICE surge "legally frivolous"
The U.S. Department of Justice says claims made in a lawsuit seeking an immediate stop to the surge of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Minnesota are "legally frivolous."
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Doctor's tips to help dry winter skin
Dr. Rachel Nazarian, a board-certified dermatologist, joins "CBS Mornings" to share her tips for saving your dry winter skin.
Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Woman gets her life back after rare transplant: "Prepared for the worst"
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
Study finds no link between Tylenol and autism
A new analysis of dozens of peer-reviewed medical studies found no link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and diagnoses of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in children.
New study: Tylenol in pregnancy is not linked to autism or ADHD
"It's as definitive as we're going to get," CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said of the new research, which found no connection between Tylenol and autism or ADHD.
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Warming temps force some Antarctic penguins to breed earlier, study finds
A new study finds that warming temperatures are causing Antarctic penguins to breed earlier, threatening some species with extinction by century's end.
Ancient love note and gladiator fight scene uncovered in Pompeii
Ancient messages and drawings are among hundreds of inscriptions that archaeologists recently uncovered on a wall in Pompeii.
French navy reels in 4.87 tons of cocaine from fishing boat in Pacific
Authorities released an image from the operation, showing a naval helicopter hovering above a vessel with packages laid out on the deck.
Woman found dead on popular Australian beach surrounded by wild dogs
The 19-year-old woman was found on a beach at K'gari. Police said her body had been "interfered with" by dingoes.
After 4 shark attacks, beachgoers urged to "just go to a local pool"
Authorities warned that recent rainfall has left the water off area beaches murky, which increased the risk of bull shark attacks.
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"Queer Eye" cast reflects on show
The cast of the series "Queer Eye" talks to "CBS Mornings" about a member of the show's absence, the series' legacy ahead of its 10th and final season and how it has impacted them.
Fashion designer Valentino Garavani dies at 93
Acclaimed fashion designer Valentino Garavani, known simply as Valentino, has died at age 93. Seth Doane looks back at his life and legacy.
Billy Bob Thornton on "Landman" popularity
Billy Bob Thornton joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the second season of the hit series "Landman," which he stars in as oil executive Tommy Norris. Thornton talks about his immediate chemistry with Ali Larter and why the show resonates with viewers.
Prince Harry in U.K. for court case accusing tabloids of illegal snooping
The publisher of the Daily Mail tabloid denies claims by Prince Harry and other celebrities of "unlawful information gathering."
Judd Apatow on comic genius Mel Brooks: "Probably the funniest person of all time"
As a young boy, Judd Apatow says he wanted to grow up to be like the director of such classics as "Blazing Saddles" and "Young Frankenstein." Now Apatow has co-directed a two-part HBO Max documentary about his idol: "Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!"
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Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Palantir develops app to help ICE: 404 Media
A new investigative report by 404 Media says ICE agents have a new high-tech way to zero in on neighborhoods to raid. The report says it's an app called Elite, powered by Palantir. Joseph Cox, an investigative journalist at 404 Media, discusses his reporting on CBS News.
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.
OpenAI to start testing ads on ChatGPT in the coming weeks
The ads will appear at the bottom of the chat window on the free and low-subscription versions of ChatGPT, OpenAI said Friday in a blog post.
Mother of Musk child sues over deepfake images
Elon Musk is facing a lawsuit from Ashley St. Clair, with whom he shares a child, over deepfakes of her undressed made by his AI chatbot Grok. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
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Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
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Legal fights heat up in Minnesota over ICE
The Trump administration is navigating multiple lawsuits surrounding federal immigration raids in Minnesota. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
"Mastermind" of fraud scheme speaks out
The woman prosecutors say was the "mastermind" of Minnesota's biggest COVID-era fraud scheme is speaking exclusively with CBS News. Last year, Aimee Bock was convicted of orchestrating a $250 million plot to defraud a government program to feed hungry children. In a video call from her Minnesota jail cell, Bock defended her actions while also admitting regrets.
French navy reels in 4.87 tons of cocaine from fishing boat in Pacific
Authorities released an image from the operation, showing a naval helicopter hovering above a vessel with packages laid out on the deck.
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"Mastermind" of Minnesota's biggest fraud scheme speaks out
In an exclusive interview from her jail cell, Aimee Bock defended her conduct in Minnesota's Feeding Our Future fraud case, but admitted regrets.
Judge, wife shot inside their home in Indiana
A state judge and his wife were shot inside their home in Indiana on Sunday. Both survived, and a manhunt is on for the shooter, who apparently fired a shotgun through the door of their Lafayette home. Matt Gutman has the latest.
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NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
NASA moon rocket ready for trip to launch pad
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
Countdown to new lunar mission
NASA says it could be just weeks away from launching astronauts on a flight around the moon for the first time in more than half a century. Final preparations are underway at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, where the Artemis II moon rocket is expected to roll out to the launch pad on Saturday.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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"Queer Eye" cast reflects on show
The cast of the series "Queer Eye" talks to "CBS Mornings" about a member of the show's absence, the series' legacy ahead of its 10th and final season and how it has impacted them.
Latest news on Spain high-speed train crash
Spain is observing three days of national mourning after a massive train crash that killed at least 40 people, according to officials. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports.
Trump takes on European leaders on Greenland
President Trump will face shocked European leaders in Davos, Switzerland, as he remains defiant in his stance on Greenland. CBS News' Holly Williams reports.
Impact of Trump's foreign policy approach
President Trump insists the U.S. needs Greenland to bolster its national security, which has belonged to Denmark for more than two centuries. His efforts are facing strong opposition from European allies in NATO. Former GOP Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison, who was U.S. ambassador to NATO during Mr. Trump's first term, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his foreign policy approach and its impact with U.S. allies.
How Trump's foreign policy has evolved
President Trump's approach to foreign policy, which includes his stances on the Israel-Hamas war, the Russia-Ukraine war and tariffs, has helped define his first year in office for a second term. Michael E. O'Hanlon, a director of research at the Brookings Institution, joins CBS News' with more.