FAA, Boeing relationship under scrutiny after deadly crash
Two deadly crashes involving the jet have raised questions about the relationship between the FAA and Boeing
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Trump nominates former Delta executive to run FAA
President Trump will nominate Steve Dickson to replace Acting FAA Administrator Daniel Elwell
Similarities found between 737 Max crashes
French investigators said Monday the black boxes taken from the Ethiopian Airlines flight 302 showed similarities between that crash and the Lion Air crash in October. There are growing calls for an investigation into how the 737 Max was deemed safe to fly. Kris Van Cleave reports.
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Officials find similarities between crashes
Investigators are trying to determine what happened when an Ethiopian Airlines airplane crashed. Now they say there are "similarities" with another disaster. CBS News transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Boeing's training and FAA's approval of new 737s under scrutiny
Congress to probe FAA's certification of the modified 737 jets, and has ordered Boeing and FAA staffers to retain records related to it
Ethiopia flight data show "clear similarities" with Lion Air crash
Ethiopia's transport minister says boxes were in good shape; both deadly crashes involved Boeing 737 Max 8 jetliners
Similarities emerge following deadly plane crashes
Ethiopia's transport minister says the black box from the plane crash one week ago is in good condition. Dagmawit Moges told reporters Sunday night that data so far shows there is a "clear similarity" between the Ethiopian Airlines crash and an earlier one in Indonesia that involved the same type of plane.
Jackscrew could hold clues to deadly crash in Ethiopia
Three minutes after takeoff, the pilot made his distress call
Black boxes from Ethiopian Airlines crash sent to Paris
Boeing said Thursday it is pausing delivery of its 737 Max jets that have been grounded after two deadly accidents. Attention now turns to the black boxes that hold the clues into Sunday's crash in Ethiopia. Kris Van Cleave reports.
FAA says satellite data prompted Boeing 737 Max ban reversal
But the U.S. regulator had come under intense pressure as other nations barred the jets from their airspace
FAA: Boeing 737 Max jets to remain grounded
The U.S. became the last country to ground all Boeing 737 Max aircraft days after an Ethiopian Airlines crash killed 157 people. The FAA says the 737 Max jets will not fly, pending further investigation. Clint Balog, associate professor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, joined CBSN to break down the government's decision to halt future flights.
President Trump grounds Boeing's newest passenger jets
President Trump ordered all Boeing 737 Max planes be grounded Wednesday. It comes after new information revealed their might be similarities between the Lion Air crash last October and the Ethiopian Airlines crash from on Sunday. Kris Van Cleave joined CBSN with the latest on the investigation.
Trump orders Boeing 737 Max 8 & 9 to be grounded
President Trump directed that the Boeing aircraft be grounded "effective immediately" in the wake of the deadly Ethiopian Airlines crash. He said the safety of the American people "is our paramount concern."
Boeing's value has sunk $28 billion since Ethiopian Airlines crash
Aircraft maker shares are down nearly 12 percent as more countries move to ground its 737 Max planes
Senators call for Boeing 737 Max 8 to be grounded
The lawmakers urged the FAA to ground the jets in the U.S. until an investigation into the cause of the crash is complete
Echoes of lives lost emerge from devastation of Ethiopia crash site
Eight of 157 killed in Ethiopian Air disaster were Americans, and as CBS News' Debora Patta reports, many were young people who wanted to change the world
FAA will order software upgrades on 737 Max 8s, Boeing says
Word comes after second deadly crash in five months of company's prized new aircraft
"Lucky day": 2 men speak out after missing doomed flight
One passenger called it his "lucky day" in a reflective social media post
Are 737 Max 8 planes safe to fly?
Several airlines around the world have grounded Boeing 737 Max 8 and Max 9 planes Monday, following Ethiopian Airlines' fatal crash this weekend. The airliner was flying the plane from Ethiopia to Kenya when it crashed minutes after takeoff. Aviation analyst Todd Curtis joins CBSN to discuss safety concerns regarding the airliner.
Boeing faces questions after deadly crash
Investigators are trying to figure out what caused an Ethiopian Airlines flight to crash, killing all 157 people on board. Several countries including Ethiopia, China, Indonesia and India have grounded their Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. Steven Wallace, former FAA director of accident investigation, joins CBSN to discuss the latest developments.
Boeing stock price down after Ethiopian Airlines 737 MAX 8 crash
The stock lost 11 percent of its value in Monday trading amid concerns about the top-selling aircraft's safety
New questions of Boeing 737 Max 8 jet safety
Ethiopian Airlines and China's aviation authority grounded its Boeing 737 Max 8 planes after Sunday's crash that killed 157 people. Regulators pointed to last year's Lion Air crash and said they have zero tolerance for safety hazards. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Ethiopian Airlines crash: 157 people killed
Ethiopian Airlines grounded the rest of its new Boeing 737 Max 8 planes while it investigates Sunday's crash that killed 157 people. Flight 302 to Nairobi, Kenya went down minutes after takeoff from Ethiopia's capital, Addis Ababa. The victims come from 35 countries, and eight of them are American. Debora Patta reports from Nairobi.
What to know about the Boeing plane that's crashed twice in 5 months
Here's what you need to know about the Boeing 737 Max 8, the model involved in two eerily similar crashes
Trump says he had "very good" call with Zelenskyy
The phone call comes weeks after a disastrous meeting between President Trump and Ukraine's president in the Oval Office.
DOJ may invoke state secrets privilege in Alien Enemies Act deportation case
The Justice Department accused the judge in the case of continuing to "beat a dead horse" to pry "legally immaterial facts" from the government.
More law enforcement agencies stop reselling guns to prevent use in crimes
The shift comes after an investigation by The Trace, CBS News, and Reveal from The Center for Investigative Reporting linked former police guns to crimes.
Retired Israeli general says Gaza strikes will mean more dead hostages
As Israel's renewed strikes kill hundreds in Gaza, a retired Israeli general says the assault will mean "more hostages dead," too.
Stocks drift higher as investors await Fed decision on interest rates
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's face tough challenge — offering anchor to investors in a sea of uncertainty.
Feeling anti-social? You're not alone. But here's why it could hurt your health.
Loneliness can impact both your mental and physical health. Here's what to know, according to experts.
Hunter accused of killing endangered mother bear claims self-defense
Andre Rives was boar-hunting in 2021 when a female bear nicknamed Caramelles attacked him. "She was eating my leg," he said. "I reloaded my rifle and fired."
Man who stole 18-carat golden toilet from English palace convicted
A thief who stole a golden toilet worth over $6 million from an English palace has been convicted, along with an accomplice in the 2019 heist.
The Colorado psychedelic mushroom experiment has arrived
With the first licenses for providing psychedelic mushrooms issued in Colorado, excitement and questions build about the fungi's potential, affordability and safety.
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DOJ may invoke state secrets privilege in Alien Enemies Act deportation case
The Justice Department accused the judge in the case of continuing to "beat a dead horse" to pry "legally immaterial facts" from the government.
More law enforcement agencies stop reselling guns to prevent use in crimes
The shift comes after an investigation by The Trace, CBS News, and Reveal from The Center for Investigative Reporting linked former police guns to crimes.
Trump says he had "very good" call with Zelenskyy
The phone call comes weeks after a disastrous meeting between President Trump and Ukraine's president in the Oval Office.
Stocks drift higher as investors await Fed decision on interest rates
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's face tough challenge — offering anchor to investors in a sea of uncertainty.
Sunset on the moon seen in stunning images taken by lunar lander
Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost Mission 1 lander marked the first successful commercial moon landing.
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Stocks drift higher as investors await Fed decision on interest rates
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's face tough challenge — offering anchor to investors in a sea of uncertainty.
Tesla dealerships targeted as Elon Musk decries "evil attacks"
Elon Musk's ties to the Trump administration have provoked protests and violent attacks on Tesla across the U.S.
How close are we to a recession, and how will we know when we get there?
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FDA to increase testing for heavy metals in infant formula, RFK Jr. says
About one in five newborns in the U.S. start out on infant formula, making it a crucial source of nutrition.
Amazon sues feds over having to recall products made by other sellers
Amazon sues safety regulator, denying liability for hundreds of thousands potentially dangerous or defective products sold on its platform.
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DOJ may invoke state secrets privilege in Alien Enemies Act deportation case
The Justice Department accused the judge in the case of continuing to "beat a dead horse" to pry "legally immaterial facts" from the government.
Trump says he had "very good" call with Zelenskyy
The phone call comes weeks after a disastrous meeting between President Trump and Ukraine's president in the Oval Office.
Judge temporarily blocks EPA's effort to cancel $20 billion in climate grants
Many grant recipients were scrambling to cover basic operating costs without the grant money — and were on the verge of furloughing staff and potentially closing their businesses — due to the freezing and termination of funds.
Mahmoud Khalil makes first public statement since his detention by ICE
In his first public statement since being detained by U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement and sent to Louisiana, Mahmoud Khalil described himself as a "political prisoner."
Trump administration releases new trove of JFK assassination files
One professor said this JFK assassination files release is "certainly the most useful" of any so far "because of the redactions being removed."
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Feeling anti-social? You're not alone. But here's why it could hurt your health.
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The Colorado psychedelic mushroom experiment has arrived
With the first licenses for providing psychedelic mushrooms issued in Colorado, excitement and questions build about the fungi's potential, affordability and safety.
FDA to increase testing for heavy metals in infant formula, RFK Jr. says
About one in five newborns in the U.S. start out on infant formula, making it a crucial source of nutrition.
Immediate access to test results "comes with some wrinkles," doctor says
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains why immediate access to test results "is a great idea," but notes "it comes with some wrinkles."
John Green on why "Everything Is Tuberculosis"
You may think tuberculosis is an antique disease — something that happens somewhere else, in the past, or in a distant place. But tuberculosis is the most deadly infectious disease in the world. Author John Green joins to discuss his new non-fiction book "Everything Is Tuberculosis."
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Retired Israeli general says Gaza strikes will mean more dead hostages
As Israel's renewed strikes kill hundreds in Gaza, a retired Israeli general says the assault will mean "more hostages dead," too.
Trump says he had "very good" call with Zelenskyy
The phone call comes weeks after a disastrous meeting between President Trump and Ukraine's president in the Oval Office.
Man who stole 18-carat golden toilet from English palace convicted
A thief who stole a golden toilet worth over $6 million from an English palace has been convicted, along with an accomplice in the 2019 heist.
Istanbul mayor, a key rival of Turkey's President Erdogan, is arrested
Critics say the arrest of Istanbul's mayor is part of a mounting crackdown by Turkey's president to silence all dissent.
Russia strikes Ukraine hospital hours after Trump speaks with Putin
Hours after Trump said Putin had agreed to halt attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure, air raid sirens rang out and a drone hit a hospital in eastern Ukraine.
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Whitney Cummings on turning postpartum struggles into comedy
Comedian Whitney Cummings, co-creator of "Two Broke Girls," returns for another year of her "Big Baby" tour, blending sharp humor with her new experiences as a mother.
Annaleigh Ashford on the true story behind new series "Happy Face"
Tony award-winner Annaleigh Ashford spoke to "CBS Mornings" about the new true crime series "Happy Face," preparing for her role and advocacy for victims' families.
Daniel Stern on his career, new book
From "Home Alone" to "City Slickers," Daniel Stern has been a Hollywood staple for decades. In his new book, "Home and Alone," he shares personal stories about his biggest roles, career highs, and lessons learned.
Annaleigh Ashford on "Happy Face"
Tony Award winner Annaleigh Ashford takes on the real-life story of Melissa Moore in Happy Face, a Paramount+ true crime drama about a woman who discovers her father is a notorious serial killer. She joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the gripping series and working alongside Dennis Quaid.
Whitney Cummings on comedy, motherhood
Comedian Whitney Cummings, co-creator of "Two Broke Girls" and star of "Whitney," is back on the road for the second year of her "Big Baby" tour. Fresh off welcoming her first child, she brings her unfiltered take on motherhood and everyday life to the stage.
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China EV maker BYD says new cars can be charged in 5 minutes
New flash-charging system can power cars for 250 miles in close to the same time it takes to refuel a gas tank.
Google parent Alphabet to buy Wiz cybersecurity firm for $32 billion
The agreement comes after the cybersecurity startup rejected Google owner's original $23 billion proposal last July.
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.
Inside Google's Gemma 3 AI model
Google says its new Gemma 3 AI model can tackle more challenges while using just one GPU. Emilia David, senior AI reporter for VentureBeat, joined CBS News to discuss the new product.
Breaking down Microsoft new quantum chip
Microsoft has unveiled a new quantum computing chip, claiming it created an entirely new state of matter to make it possible. Experts say the technology could revolutionize problem-solving, from drug discovery to climate solutions, processing calculations in minutes that would take traditional computers septillions of years. Nick Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic and former editor of Wired, has more.
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Astronauts return after extended space stay
Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunny Williams returned to Earth on Tuesday in a SpaceX capsule after their original 8-day mission turned into more than nine months at the International Space Station. As they celebrate with their families, their next challenge will be adjusting to the pull of gravity on Earth.
Webb telescope's images of exoplanets "stunned researchers," NASA says
The gas giants outside our solar system are not capable of hosting extraterrestrial life, but do offer clues in a lingering mystery about how distant planets form, researchers said.
Fusion energy: Unlocking the power of the stars
Scientists are conducting experiments to generate clean energy through fusion, the same sub-atomic reaction that powers our Sun, with the aim of constructing plants that produce more energy than they consume. Correspondent Ben Tracy visits the National Ignition Facility, in Livermore, Calif., where the largest laser ever built is used as part of the process; and Commonwealth Fusion Systems in Massachusetts, where super-heated plasma burns around 180 million degrees Fahrenheit.
Fusion energy: Unlocking the power of the stars
Scientists are conducting experiments to generate clean energy through fusion, the same sub-atomic reaction that powers our Sun, with the aim of constructing plants that produce more energy than they consume.
See pictures of the total lunar eclipse and "Blood Worm Moon"
Pictures of the "Blood Worm Moon," a total lunar eclipse, show the full moon looking red in the night sky.
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Man who stole 18-carat golden toilet from English palace convicted
A thief who stole a golden toilet worth over $6 million from an English palace has been convicted, along with an accomplice in the 2019 heist.
Woman pleads guilty to selling and mailing drug-soaked papers
The recipients of the drug-soaked papers would not have been able to feel the drug's effects through the paper, an expert said.
Armed men seen targeting group searching for relatives at cartel site
Men claiming to be Jalisco cartel members questioned the motivations of the searchers who said they had found clothing, shoes and charred bones at a ranch.
Two found guilty in 2022 Texas smuggling attempt that resulted in 53 migrant deaths
Two men charged after 53 immigrants died in the back of a sweltering tractor-trailer with no air conditioning have been found guilty.
Hollywood director charged with defrauding Netflix out of $11 million
Carl Erik Rinsch, known for directing the film "47 Ronin," is charged with wire fraud and money laundering for allegedly spending millions meant to fund a Netflix sci-fi series.
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Sunset on the moon seen in stunning images taken by lunar lander
Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost Mission 1 lander marked the first successful commercial moon landing.
SpaceX return went well, says astronomer
When Starliner astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams were launched into space in June 2024, they were planning on an 8-day mission. They have now spent 286 days in space, orbited the Earth more than 4,500 times and traveled more than 121 million miles. Chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute Derrick Pitts and former NASA astronaut Dr. Tom Marshburn describe the mission. CBS News' Mark Strassmann and Bill Harwood report.
Astronauts exit SpaceX capsule
The SpaceX capsule carrying Starliner astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams opened and its crew members exited after landing on Earth. This was their first time back on Earth after 286 days in space. Crew-9 mission members Nick Hague and Aleksandr Gorbunov also left the spacecraft. Former NASA astronaut Dr. Tom Marshburn and CBS News' Bill Harwood have more.
NASA astronauts splashdown off Florida coast
The SpaceX Dragon spacecraft carrying astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams landed on Earth on Tuesday, splashing down off the coast of Florida. This ended the Starliner astronauts' mission which lasted over nine months on the International Space Station. CBS News' Bill Harwood, former NASA astronaut Dr. Tom Marshburn, and CBS News' Mark Strassmann break it down.
NASA astronauts return after 286 days in space
NASA astronauts Sunita "Suni" Williams and Barry "Butch" Wilmore returned to Earth on Tuesday evening after months of delays. Williams and Wilmore piloted Boeing's Starliner spacecraft to the International Space Station in June 2024, but mechanical failures turned what was supposed to be an eight-day trip into a 286-day stay. CBS News' John Dickerson anchors a special report.
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President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone call Wednesday that Mr. Trump described on social media as "very good." Nina Khrushcheva, professor of international affairs at the New School, joined CBS News with her initial thoughts on their conversation and the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Trump says call with Zelenskyy was very good
President Trump held a call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Wednesday morning that he described in a social media post as very good. Mr. Trump spoke with Vladimir Putin Tuesday as the administration pushes for a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. CBS News senior White House reporter Jennifer Jacobs has more.
Details on latest Israeli strikes across Gaza
Israel launched new strikes in Gaza Tuesday night with the Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry saying a U.N. site was attacked. Israel's military has denied striking a U.N. compound. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has the latest on the war and Andrew Borene, senior fellow at the National Security Institute at George Mason University, joins CBS News with analysis.
Judge blocks transgender military service ban
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from enforcing a ban on transgender people serving in the military. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
Previewing the Fed's interest rate decision
The Federal Reserve will announce its latest interest rate decision Wednesday afternoon. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports on what to expect.