100-pound sailfish leaps out of water, stabs woman on boat
Sailfish are the fastest fish in the ocean and can reach speeds of almost 70 miles per hour.
Florida
Sweltering heat wave blankets U.S.
CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann reports from Tampa Bay, Florida, on the blistering heat enveloping much of the country this weekend.
Miami mayor: Climate change "not theoretical" for city
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez says the impact of climate change is not theoretical for us in the city of Miami — it's real."
New York city closes beach for shark sightings — reports of shark attacks are up
Get the facts about shark attacks before canceling a trip or staying out of the water.
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 24, 2022
Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo, Rep. Adam Schiff, Dr. Ashish Jha and more appear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" this Sunday.
Teachers weep recalling students killed in Parkland shooting
Eyewitnesses to the killings of 17 people by Florida school shooter Nikolas Cruz are giving heart-wrenching testimony at his penalty trial.
11-month-old dies in Florida after being left in parked vehicle
The Tallahassee Police Department is investigating the incident.
Jurors see graphic video of Parkland shooting as gunman's death penalty trial continues
The jury privately watched footage of the mass shooting, which was taken from security cameras at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.
Thousands travel to Florida for abortions
A growing number of women are traveling to Florida seeking abortions. Planned Parenthood said it had to increase staffing before the state's 15-week ban on the procedure went into effect. Still, the state's law is less restrictive than those in neighboring states. Manuel Bojorquez has more.
Thousands seek abortions in Florida amid bans in neighboring states
Florida is on track to surpass last year's total of out-of-state abortions.
Parkland shooter called "calculated, manipulative" as jurors weigh death penalty
While delivering his opening statement, the lead prosecutor described the shooter as "cold, calculated, manipulative and deadly."
Elderly woman killed by alligators in Florida
An elderly woman was killed by two alligators in a pond near her Florida home. Officials said the alligators grabbed her after she fell into the water.
Parkland school shooting death penalty trial
The trial to determine whether the Parkland school shooter will get the death penalty starts Monday. Stephen Harper, a former Florida public defender who specializes in death penalty cases, spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBS News about how the trial works and what to expect from the prosecution and defense.
Elderly woman killed by two alligators after falling into Florida pond
The woman, who has not been identified, was pronounced dead at the scene.
3-year-old dies in hot car parked outside preschool in Florida
The child was one of several children from the same family who attend Lubavitch Educational Center in Miami Gardens.
2 mama pythons, dozens of hatchlings and eggs found in Florida
Two nests with dozens of hatched and unhatched eggs were found, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
"Forever chemicals" found in oysters
Researchers from Florida International University studied 156 oysters from three separate Florida locations – and every single one of them contained PFAs, manmade chemicals that don't break down in the environment and have been linked to human health issues.
Missing 81-year-old found alive in Florida pond
A man named Daniel, 81, was discovered in a retention pond in western Orange County, Florida, after he was reported missing the day before without his medication, authorities said. He is now at home, recovering.
Potentially toxic "forever chemicals" found in Florida oysters
Scientists looked at mollusks from three different Florida locations, and every single one had toxic chemicals that could cause adverse health effects.
Red flag laws usage across U.S.
Lana Zak explains how red flag laws work and which states utilize the law better than others.
Another giant African snail sighting forces Florida county into quarantine
Florida officials confirmed the recurrence of an invasive snail species that destroys wildlife and poses serious threats to human health.
Teen will lose her leg after shark attack in Florida
Addison Bethea was scalloping along the gulf coast with her older brother, a firefighter, when a 9-foot-long shark latched onto her thigh.
California's Newsom to Floridians in new ad: "Join us"
Gov. Gavin Newsom is running for reelection in California, but his latest television ad is airing in Florida.
Dad gives free Pride hugs
As part of our series Uplift at Eight, Vladimir Duthiers brings the story of two parents showing the definition of Pride. After losing their openly gay son, they continue his legacy through hugs and love.
Giant snail triggers quarantine in Florida
Florida's Pasco County is under quarantine following the rediscovery of a nasty invasive pest. Local officials believed the giant African land snail, which can grow to be 8 inches long, had been driven out of the area.
3 killed, 4 wounded in shooting near Seattle's Space Needle, officials say
Three people were killed and four others wounded in a shooting during a food festival at the Seattle Center near the Space Needle, police said. A suspect was in custody and another was being sought, they said.
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U.S.-Iran war appears to pause as Trump gives "diplomacy a chance"
The U.S. and Iran hold fire amid work on a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but the Trump administration says a military buildup continues.
Cyclospora boosts fears that deadlier foodborne outbreaks are ahead
Food safety experts say cuts to the public health system hobbled the response — and that the next outbreak could be much worse.
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GOP targeted progressive dark money. That could boomerang on Trump.
The Trump-linked group Freedom 250 staged America's birthday with tens of millions that it is not required to disclose.
Berlin Pride attacker served time for trying to join ISIS, officials say
The suspect, identified as 21-year-old Abdul Ballout, was killed in a confrontation with police in a suburb of Berlin, police said.
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ICE to target Haitians as Temporary Protected Status is set to end, sources say
The plans include arresting migrants in Ohio and quickly putting them on deportation flights to crisis-stricken Haiti, the internal documents indicate.
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Live Updates: Lindsay Clancy murder trial begins with opening statements
Lindsay Clancy, accused of killing her three young children in her Duxbury, Massachusetts, home in 2023, is standing trial. Follow along with live updates during opening statements and testimony on Monday.
Massive wildfires in France, Spain being fought ahead of forecast heat wave
Hundreds of thousands remained evacuated as huge wildfires burned in France and Spain. A race against time saw firefighters trying to make progress before a forecast surge in temperatures.
Fugitive in 1973 murder of iconic singer Victor Jara is captured
Former military officer Nelson Haase was convicted in the death of Jara, who was tortured and murdered with 44 bullets on September 16, 1973.
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Oil prices tumble, stock set to rise amid pause in U.S.-Iran fighting
Stock futures rose and crude fell after U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz told "Face the Nation" that a pause in U.S.-Iran fighting aims to give diplomacy time to work.
Remains found by kayakers identified as woman missing since 1985
Human remains found in a Florida canal two years ago have been identified as those of a woman who vanished in 1985, police said.
Video appears to show person kicking sea lion: "Disgusting act"
The video appears to show a person throwing kicks at the sea lion at La Jolla Cove as at least one other person can be heard laughing in the background.
First on CBS
GOP targeted progressive dark money. That could boomerang on Trump.
The Trump-linked group Freedom 250 staged America's birthday with tens of millions that it is not required to disclose.
Cyclospora boosts fears that deadlier foodborne outbreaks are ahead
Food safety experts say cuts to the public health system hobbled the response — and that the next outbreak could be much worse.
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Oil prices tumble, stock set to rise amid pause in U.S.-Iran fighting
Stock futures rose and crude fell after U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz told "Face the Nation" that a pause in U.S.-Iran fighting aims to give diplomacy time to work.
Paramount to delay Warner Bros. merger until as late as June 2027
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Trump says U.S. to investigate EU trade practices over tech company fines
President Trump accused the European Union of "robbing" American companies and taxpayers.
Here is how cyclospora outbreak is affecting businesses
Visits to fast casual restaurants with lettuce-heavy menus are seeing declining foot traffic in the wake of the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
Ford recalls more than half a million Bronco vehicles over engine fire risk
A short circuit in the engine compartment can potentially cause a fire. Here's the fix.
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GOP targeted progressive dark money. That could boomerang on Trump.
The Trump-linked group Freedom 250 staged America's birthday with tens of millions that it is not required to disclose.
Pentagon lists 4 killed in Iran war under "Overseas Operations Casualties"
Four U.S. service members who were listed in a Pentagon casualties database as having died during the Iran war are now listed as "Overseas Operations Casualties."
Waltz says pause in strikes against Iran is "giving diplomacy some space"
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz also said military assets are being moved into the region. GOP Sen. John Kennedy and independent Sen. Bernie Sanders also weighed in on Iran.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 26, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Bernie Sanders and U.N. ambassador Mike Waltz join Margaret Brennan.
Sanders says polls show voters want change in midterm elections
Senator Bernie Sanders said the major obstacle progressive candidates are facing in the midterm elections is massive spending in key races by the "billionaire class."
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Cyclospora outbreak impact on eating habits
Amid the outbreak of cyclospora, a CBS News poll finds 40% of Americans say they are buying or eating less produce. Nearly half of those polled say they have little or no confidence in the FDA to deal with the outbreak. Carter Evans reports.
Cyclospora boosts fears that deadlier foodborne outbreaks are ahead
Food safety experts say cuts to the public health system hobbled the response — and that the next outbreak could be much worse.
How Trump admin cuts have compromised food safety
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of illness caused by the parasite cyclospora have been reported in 41 states. This comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff, prompting one expert to call this summer's outbreaks "a national wake-up call."
How Trump admin cuts have compromised food safety
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of cyclosporiasis, caused by a parasite, have been reported in 41 states. The outbreak comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff; disbanded a national advisory committee on how to prevent microbial contamination in food; winnowed down an early-warning surveillance program for specific pathogens; and further delayed a rule that would have required tracing contaminants from field to store. Correspondent David Pogue talks with experts who see the current compromises of food safety as "a national wake-up call."
Cyclospora outbreak dubbed "lettuce-gate" as health concerns spread across U.S.
Americans say they aren't convinced the cyclospora outbreak is under control as confirmed cases near 2,000.
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Fugitive in 1973 murder of iconic singer Victor Jara is captured
Former military officer Nelson Haase was convicted in the death of Jara, who was tortured and murdered with 44 bullets on September 16, 1973.
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U.S.-Iran war appears to pause as Trump gives "diplomacy a chance"
The U.S. and Iran hold fire amid work on a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but the Trump administration says a military buildup continues.
Massive wildfires in France, Spain being fought ahead of forecast heat wave
Hundreds of thousands remained evacuated as huge wildfires burned in France and Spain. A race against time saw firefighters trying to make progress before a forecast surge in temperatures.
Pentagon lists 4 killed in Iran war under "Overseas Operations Casualties"
Four U.S. service members who were listed in a Pentagon casualties database as having died during the Iran war are now listed as "Overseas Operations Casualties."
North Carolina woman missing in Grenada as husband heads to join search
Elizabeth "Liz" Waddell was last seen at Grand Anse Beach on Wednesday, July 22, the Royal Grenada Police Force said on social media.
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The adventurous life of supermodel Lauren Hutton
She didn't set out to be a model, or an actress, and several agencies rejected the gap-toothed Lauren Hutton, before Eileen Ford gave her a shot. As the face of Revlon, Hutton became the highest-paid model in history, and still holds the record for most cover appearances on American Vogue. She talks with Anthony Mason about her adventurous life of no regrets – from living among the bushmen of the Kalahari, to a near-fatal motorcycle accident in 2000. Even of the low points she says, "I'd do it again in a second." (Originally broadcast Jan. 25, 2026.)
7/26: New York Times bestseller lists
Check out this week's top-selling titles on The New York Times fiction and non-fiction lists.
Passage: Late-night TV exec Peter Lassally
During his half-century in television, Peter Lassally (who died last Sunday at age 93) played producer and confidant to late-night hosts David Letterman, Craig Ferguson, Tom Snyder, and Johnny Carson. Mo Rocca has a remembrance of the man they called "The Host Whisperer."
Corinne Bailey Rae on the sadness of loss and the beauty of life
Twenty years after her single "Put Your Records On" made her an international star, the two-time Grammy-winner is embarking on a tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of her breakout debut album.
Extended interview: Corinne Bailey Rae
In this web exclusive, British singer-songwriter Corinne Bailey Rae talks with Seth Doane about growing up in Leeds and feeling on the margins; the influence of Billie Holiday and Kurt Cobain on her music; the breakout success of "Put Your Records On"; the devastating loss of her first husband; finding love again; and what aging has taught her.
Technology
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Technology
Brands cash in on AI influencers
A growing number of faces on your feeds are generated by artificial intelligence, and brands are buying in. Increasingly, these AI influencers are marketing products, often deceptively, to consumers. Shanelle Kaul has more.
Where to get the latest CBS Mornings Deals
On this edition of CBS Mornings Deals, we show you items that will help improve your everyday lifestyle. Visit cbsdeals.com to take advantage of these exclusive deals today. CBS earns commissions on purchases made through cbsdeals.com.
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.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
ChatGPT now has a space for sharing medical records. Should you?
OpenAI announced a dedicated space in ChatGPT for sharing medical records, Health in ChatGPT. Health and AI experts lay out the pros and cons.
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Science
How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
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Details emerge on Berlin Pride attack suspect
The 21-year-old suspect who killed one person and injured at least 29 others after ramming a car into a crowd during a Berlin Pride event served prison time for trying to join ISIS, German prosecutors say. CBS News' Anna Noryskiewicz has the latest.
Details in Berlin LGBTQ+ parade attack
Police in Germany say they shot and killed the suspect who drove a van into a crowd at an LGBTQ+ parade on Saturday, killing one person and injuring dozens. The suspect was known to have extreme views. Chris Livesay reports.
What police know about Berlin attack suspect
Thousands of mourners gathered in Berlin, Germany, after a car rammed into a crowd, killing at least one person and injuring nearly 30 others during a LGBTQ+ Pride event over the weekend. The suspect was shot and killed Sunday following a manhunt, police said. CBS News' Chris Livesay has the latest.
Fugitive in 1973 murder of iconic singer Victor Jara is captured
Former military officer Nelson Haase was convicted in the death of Jara, who was tortured and murdered with 44 bullets on September 16, 1973.
3 killed in shooting at Seattle food festival
Two people opened fire in a crowded area at a food festival in Seattle on Sunday, police say. Three people were killed and four others were injured. Police are still looking for a second suspect.
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Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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Latest on ICE plans to target Haitians post-TPS
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement plans to ramp up deportations of Haitians as their Temporary Protected Status expires, sources say. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
Can LeBron James win another NBA title?
NBA veteran Wally Szczerbiak, who's an analyst for CBS Sports and MSG Networks, talks with "CBS Mornings" about LeBron James' decision to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers and if he can win another NBA title.
Latest on the Strait of Hormuz, Iran war
The U.S. paused its strikes on Iran after 13 days, while apparent progress is being made toward a deal between Oman and Iran, an official told CBS News. Courtney Kealy has more.
Details emerge on Berlin Pride attack suspect
The 21-year-old suspect who killed one person and injured at least 29 others after ramming a car into a crowd during a Berlin Pride event served prison time for trying to join ISIS, German prosecutors say. CBS News' Anna Noryskiewicz has the latest.
North Carolina woman missing in Grenada
Authorities are searching for a mom from North Carolina who disappeared during a Caribbean vacation. Elizabeth Waddell was last seen Wednesday on the beach in Grenada's capital city. She didn't return to the home she was sharing with a friend. Cristian Benavides reports.