Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos introduced the new 3D feature Dynamic Perspective
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos introduced the new 3D feature Dynamic Perspective, part of the company’s first foray into the smartphone market with its new device called the Fire Phone.
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Historic forest supplies oak trees for Notre Dame
The Villefermoy forest in France used to belong to the Catholic Church before the French Revolution. Now, some of its trees will be used to rebuild the spire of the Notre Dame cathedral, which was heavily damaged in a fire two years ago. Elaine Cobbe has the story.
Surveillance video caught a car crash in to a gas pump north of New York City causing a fiery explosion.The driver suffered a diabetic problem behind the wheel
Surveillance video caught a car crash in to a gas pump north of New York City causing a fiery explosion.The driver suffered a diabetic problem behind the wheel. Norah O'Donnell reports.
Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Rolf Treu ruled the seniority and tenure system in place in California public schools did too much to protect ineffective teachers
Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Rolf Treu ruled the seniority and tenure system in place in California public schools did too much to protect ineffective teachers and had a disproportionately negative impact on low income and minority students. Ben Tracy speaks with members of the group who successfully fought the union.
Five Americans and at least one Afghan were killed in one of the deadliest friendly fire accidents in the nearly 14-year war in Afghanistan
Five Americans and at least one Afghan were killed in one of the deadliest friendly fire accidents in the nearly 14-year war in Afghanistan. The U.S. troops requested the air strike to beat back an assault by Taliban insurgents. Margaret Brennan reports.
President Barack Obama and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke Friday on the sidelines of a lunch for world leaders attending D-Day commemoration ceremonies
President Barack Obama and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke Friday on the sidelines of a lunch for world leaders attending D-Day commemoration ceremonies, marking their first face-to-face conversation since the crisis in Ukraine erupted. Chip Reid reports.
NASA released a remarkable video from its Solar Dynamics Observatory of a flare erupting from the sun
NASA released a remarkable video from its Solar Dynamics Observatory of a flare erupting from the sun. The "graceful" eruption took place on April 2, 2014.
One person is missing and seven crew members were hurt
A Japanese oil tanker exploded sparking a huge fire off the country's west coast. One person is missing and seven crew members were hurt. Charlie Rose reports.
Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., says it's time for the FBI to investigate the Veterans Affairs hospital scandal and calls for VA Secretary Eric Shinseki to step down
Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., says it's time for the FBI to investigate the Veterans Affairs hospital scandal and calls for VA Secretary Eric Shinseki to step down.
About 100 homes near Yosemite National Park are under a mandatory evacuation, while a wind-whipped fire burned 248 square miles in Alaska
About 100 homes near Yosemite National Park are under a mandatory evacuation order as a wildfire grows, while a wind-whipped fire burned 248 square miles in Alaska. Norah O'Donnell reports.
Arizona firefighters battling a huge wildfire are expecting it to triple in size
Arizona firefighters battling a huge wildfire are expecting it to triple in size. Fire crews are planning to let the flames burn through steep canyons walls where conditions are too dangerous. But officials say that it will break out to safer firefighting terrain. Anthony Mason reports.
A prime tourist spot in Arizona is in flames
A prime tourist spot in Arizona is in flames. CBS News' Carter Evans reports near the fire zone in Flagstaff where conditions are starting to improve.
A look back at what we've been covering on “CBS This Morning"
A look back at what we've been covering on “CBS This Morning.”
Thousands of people in central Arizona will have to leave their homes at any moment if a fast-growing wildfire gets too close
Thousands of people in central Arizona will have to leave their homes at any moment if a fast-growing wildfire gets too close. CBS News' Carter Evans reports from Flagstaff, where firefighters say they are getting no help from the weather.
A wildfire has burned 450 football fields near Slide Rock State Park in northern Arizona
A wildfire has burned 450 football fields near Slide Rock State Park in northern Arizona. Norah O'Donnell reports.
A California teen is being lauded after running into a stranger's backyard to prevent a wildfire from spreading
A California teen is being lauded after running into a stranger's backyard to prevent a wildfire from spreading. Chris Simmons, 17, and several others ran through a police barricade to stop a fire in San Marcos before it spread from the backyard to the home. Simmons then left a note, telling the homeowner to "return the favor to others." KFMB-TV's Matt Johnson reports.
Nearly a dozen fires scorched 39 square miles in southern California
Nearly a dozen fires scorched 39 square miles in southern California. Norah O'Donnell reports.
Damage from wind driven wildfires in Southern California now tops $20 million
Damage from wind driven wildfires in Southern California now tops $20 million. Firefighters appear to be gaining the upper hand in some places, but the trouble in the San Diego area is not over yet. Ben Tracy reports.
Heavy rain continues moving east, raising the risk of flash and urban flooding from the Carolinas through New England
Heavy rain continues moving east, raising the risk of flash and urban flooding from the Carolinas through New England. Also, temperatures are cooling in the West from record highs, bringing fire danger levels down. CBS Chicago station WBBM's meteorologist Megan Glaros tracks the latest.
Two thousand firefighters are now on the frontlines in San Diego County, hundreds of whom had been prepositioned based on the forecast of high winds and extreme heat
Two thousand firefighters are now on the frontlines in San Diego County, hundreds of whom had been prepositioned based on the forecast of high winds and extreme heat. In the past two weeks, Cal Fire called up 25 engines and 100 firefighters, moving them south from Central and Northern California. Ben Tracy reports.
A fire that started Wednesday afternoon and quickly spread caused evacuations of homes and California State University, San Marcos, Calif.
A fire that started Wednesday afternoon and quickly spread caused evacuations of homes and California State University, San Marcos, Calif. CBS News national correspondent Ben Tracy reports on how crews are trying to contain the fire.
Iceland volcano erupts for the first time in 6,000 years
A volcano southwest of Iceland's capital Reykjavik erupted for the first time in 6,000 years. Officials say no one was hurt and there was no need to evacuate, as the closest town is six miles away.
Firefighters are battling nine separate wildfires Thursday morning
Firefighters are battling nine separate wildfires Thursday morning. Thousands evacuated their homes. CBS News' Carter Evans reports from Carlsbad, Calif., where homes and an apartment complex have been destroyed.
Tens of thousands of people had to evacuate their homes Tuesday night in San Diego due to a wildfire scare
Tens of thousands of people had to evacuate their homes Tuesday night in San Diego due to a wildfire scare. The evacuation orders were called off a few hours later. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
An explosion and fire at a coal mine killed at least 205 workers, with hundreds still trapped inside
An explosion and fire at a coal mine killed at least 205 workers, with hundreds still trapped inside. The Turkish government said its hopes of finding more survivors are diminishing. CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports.
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Iran fires missile at Kuwait after second round of U.S. strikes in days
Iran says it targeted a U.S. base in retaliation for the second set of what the Pentagon calls "purely defensive" strikes carried out this week.
Ex-judges push to look into "anti-weaponization fund" deal
A group of 35 former federal judges asked a court to reopen a legal dispute between President Trump and the government, calling the deal to create a $1.776 billion "anti-weaponization fund" potentially fraudulent.
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Trump visited soldiers at Walter Reed, but not the 14 injured in the Iran war
More than a dozen soldiers injured in Operation Epic Fury are still recovering at the military hospital.
First inflation report under new Fed chief shows prices still rising
The personal consumption expenditures price index, the Federal Reserve's preferred gauge of inflation, jumped due to higher energy costs.
U.S. carries out new strikes against Iranian military site, official says
The U.S. military carried out another round of strikes on Iran, a U.S. official confirmed to CBS News, another challenge to a shaky ceasefire.
Ex-CIA official arrested after $40M in gold bars allegedly found at his home
A former CIA official was arrested after FBI agents allegedly found $40 million worth of gold bars at his home while investigating whether he lied about his background.
2 dead, 9 workers "unrecovered" after Washington chemical tank implosion
The damaged tank at Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. held approximately 900,000 gallons of white liquor, a chemical used in paper processing, authorities said.
DOJ investigating whether Trump accuser E. Jean Carroll committed perjury
The Justice Department is conducting a criminal investigation into whether author E. Jean Carroll committed perjury in connection with her civil lawsuits against President Trump, sources familiar with the matter said.
Fire at girls' school in Kenya kills at least 16 students, injures scores more
A fire at a school for girls in central Kenya has caused an unknown number of deaths, according to police, who said search teams have been deployed.
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First inflation report under new Fed chief shows prices still rising
The personal consumption expenditures price index, the Federal Reserve's preferred gauge of inflation, jumped due to higher energy costs.
American climber breaks Everest speed record, his team says
Tyler Andrews, 36, climbed the 29,032-foot peak in just 9 hours and 55 minutes, smashing the record of 10 hours and 56 minutes, his team said.
DOJ investigating whether Trump accuser E. Jean Carroll committed perjury
The Justice Department is conducting a criminal investigation into whether author E. Jean Carroll committed perjury in connection with her civil lawsuits against President Trump, sources familiar with the matter said.
Ex-judges push to look into "anti-weaponization fund" deal
A group of 35 former federal judges asked a court to reopen a legal dispute between President Trump and the government, calling the deal to create a $1.776 billion "anti-weaponization fund" potentially fraudulent.
New York City man sentenced to 10 years in plot to kill Iranian American writer
A federal judge has given a onetime truck and bus driver charged in an assassination plot against an Iranian American writer a 10-year prison sentence.
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First inflation report under new Fed chief shows prices still rising
The personal consumption expenditures price index, the Federal Reserve's preferred gauge of inflation, jumped due to higher energy costs.
3M sued for $1.4 billion by Australia over "forever chemicals" at defense bases
Australia is suing 3M for more than 2 billion Australian dollars ($1.4 billion) over so-called "forever chemical" contamination from firefighting foam at defense bases, the government says.
Google employee accused of making over $1.2M by insider trading on Polymarket
A software engineer at Google is facing federal charges after allegedly betting on confidential company information on Polymarket, netting more than $1.2 million in profits.
YouTube taking steps to make clear when realistic videos are made by AI
YouTube said it will automatically label photorealistic content created by AI, the video platform said.
Stocks are rallying despite the Iran war and stubborn inflation. Here's why.
The S&P 500 hit a new record on Wednesday, even as soaring gas prices fuel inflation and consumer confidence sinks.
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DOJ investigating whether Trump accuser E. Jean Carroll committed perjury
The Justice Department is conducting a criminal investigation into whether author E. Jean Carroll committed perjury in connection with her civil lawsuits against President Trump, sources familiar with the matter said.
Google employee accused of making over $1.2M by insider trading on Polymarket
A software engineer at Google is facing federal charges after allegedly betting on confidential company information on Polymarket, netting more than $1.2 million in profits.
Ex-CIA official arrested after $40M in gold bars allegedly found at his home
A former CIA official was arrested after FBI agents allegedly found $40 million worth of gold bars at his home while investigating whether he lied about his background.
Ex-judges push to look into "anti-weaponization fund" deal
A group of 35 former federal judges asked a court to reopen a legal dispute between President Trump and the government, calling the deal to create a $1.776 billion "anti-weaponization fund" potentially fraudulent.
U.S. carries out new strikes against Iranian military site, official says
The U.S. military carried out another round of strikes on Iran, a U.S. official confirmed to CBS News on Wednesday, another challenge to a shaky ceasefire between the two countries.
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Rubio: No more Ebola patients allowed in U.S.
The Trump administration announced plans to set up an Ebola quarantine and treatment center in Kenya for Americans exposed to the deadly virus overseas. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is now saying no Ebola patients will be allowed into the U.S. Mark Strassmann reports.
Americans speak on health insurance costs
In the 1800s, Hartford, Connecticut, picked up the nickname, "The Insurance Capital of the World." Tony Dokoupil visits the city to ask people about rising insurance and healthcare costs.
Uganda closes its border with Congo over Ebola outbreak
Uganda on Wednesday ordered the closure of its border with Congo, where suspected cases of a rare type of Ebola are surging.
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TV host Ty Pennington on bronchiectasis
HGTV host and designer Ty Pennington opens up about his mother's yearslong battle with bronchiectasis, a chronic lung condition that often goes undiagnosed, and shares tips for caregivers on creating a calm environment. (Sponsored by Insmed)
Trump has third medical exam of the past year
President Trump said his health "checked out perfectly" after a medical checkup on Tuesday. Nancy Cordes reports.
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Legendary mafia leader's "vast fortune" seized by police
Italy said it was seizing $232 million in assets belonging to the late Mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro, who was captured after 30 years on the run.
3M sued for $1.4 billion by Australia over "forever chemicals" at defense bases
Australia is suing 3M for more than 2 billion Australian dollars ($1.4 billion) over so-called "forever chemical" contamination from firefighting foam at defense bases, the government says.
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Iran fires missile at Kuwait after second round of U.S. strikes in days
Iran says it targeted a U.S. base in retaliation for the second set of what the Pentagon calls "purely defensive" strikes carried out this week.
Another alleged drug boat struck by U.S. military in eastern Pacific, killing 2
The U.S. military said it struck another vessel suspected of transporting drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two men, the day after it said a similar strike killed one man and left two survivors.
Fire at girls' school in Kenya kills at least 16 students, injures scores more
A fire at a school for girls in central Kenya has caused an unknown number of deaths, according to police, who said search teams have been deployed.
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Extended: Former reality TV star Judd Winick
Judd Winick talks to CBS Mornings' Vladimir Duthiers about appearing on MTV's "The Real World: San Francisco" in 1994, the audition process for the reality TV series and more.
Extended: "RHONY" star Dorinda Medley
Dorina Medley, who appeared in the "Real Housewives of New York City" for six seasons, talks to CBS Mornings' Vladimir Duthiers about her decision to join the Bravo series, why she has no regrets and what draws people to reality TV.
Estelle on her latest album "Stay Alta"
Grammy Award-winning artist Estelle released her sixth studio album, titled "Stay Alta," and joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings to reflect on her career and discuss what this record means for her.
Josh Johnson on new special, career in comedy
Comedian Josh Johnson talks with "CBS Mornings" about finding humor in everyday life, how storytelling is at the center of his jokes and his first HBO special, "Symphony."
Top moments from the American Music Awards
There were 12 new categories this year at the American Music Awards, which were held on Memorial Day. For the second time at the awards show, BTS took home the night's biggest prize.
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Technology
YouTube revamping its AI labeling system
YouTube unveiled a new AI labeling system on Wednesday, aiming to make it easier for viewers to distinguish between real and AI content. CNET editor-at-large Scott Stein joins CBS News to break down the change.
YouTube taking steps to make clear when realistic videos are made by AI
YouTube said it will automatically label photorealistic content created by AI, the video platform said.
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.
Study evaluates AI's accuracy on news
More than 1 billion people worldwide use artificial intelligence chatbots, but just how accurate are the answers? Forum AI released results from its latest study to determine the accuracy of chatbots in news and current events. Robbie Goldfarb, co-founder of Forum AI, joins CBS News to discuss.
How the U.S. military is using AI in warfare
CBS News' Chris Livesay gets an inside look at how the U.S. military is using artificial intelligence on the battlefield.
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New species of blue octopus discovered 5,900 feet underwater
The new species, named Microeledone galapagensis, has a blue hue, which is believed to be the rarest color in nature.
What we know about new UFO file release
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
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Legendary mafia leader's "vast fortune" seized by police
Italy said it was seizing $232 million in assets belonging to the late Mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro, who was captured after 30 years on the run.
Teen charged in cruise killing to remain free for now
Timothy Hudson, the 16-year-old charged with sexually assaulting and killing his 18-year-old stepsister, Anna Kepner, will remain free for now while a judge considers arguments following a hearing Wednesday. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest updates.
New evidence in Bahamas disappearance
New forensic evidence appears to contradict Brian Hooker's account of where he says he was the night his wife Lynette went missing in the Bahamas. Cristian Benavides has the details.
Matthew Perry's assistant sentenced
"Friends" star Matthew Perry drowned in his hot tub in 2023 under the effects of ketamine. The 54-year-old's longtime personal assistant, who gave him the fatal injection, pleaded guilty to conspiracy and was sentenced to over three years in prison.
Clues in the Lynette Hooker investigation
An infrared camera mounted on the sailboat used by Brian and Lynette Hooker in the Bahamas could contain clues about her disappearance, CBS News has learned. Cristian Benavides has more.
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NASA's moon base plans include landers, buggies and drones for 2028 mission
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, Astrolab, Lunar Outpost and Firefly Aerospace are awarded with hundreds of millions of dollars in NASA contracts for the first phase of its moon base plans.
China launches spacecraft with astronaut set to remain in space for a year
China has launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with three astronauts heading to its space station.
SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
SpaceX launch of more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket scrubbed at last minute
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
SpaceX to explore "the true nature of the universe" as it plans IPO
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Jill Biden on Joe Biden's 2024 debate
In an exclusive interview with CBS Sunday Morning, former first lady Jill Biden said she thought her husband Joe Biden was having a stroke during his campaign-ending 2024 presidential debate against Donald Trump. Weijia Jiang has more.
Chemical tank implosion aftermath video
9 people remain "unrecovered" after a deadly chemical tank implosion in Washington, officials say. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
9 "unrecovered" after chemical tank implosion
Nine people remain "unrecovered" after a chemical tank imploded in Washington, officials say. Two deaths have been confirmed and several people were injured. Carter Evans reports.
DOJ investigating E. Jean Carroll
The Justice Department is investigating author E. Jean Carroll, who sued President Trump in civil court for sexual assault and defamation, alleging she committed perjury in her suits. Jericka Duncan reports.
Iran claims attack after U.S. strikes
The U.S. confirmed new "self-defense strikes" against Iranian drone operations and said Kuwait intercepted an Iranian missile. Imtiaz Tyab reports.