CDC tweaks monkeypox guidance over suspected human-to-dog transmission
Researchers studying two men who caught the virus in Paris said "symptom onset in both patients and, subsequently, in their dog suggest human-to-dog transmission."
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Thousands flee homes as raging wildfire chars France's wine country
With record heat turning brush and farmland into a tinderbox across much of Europe, wildfires are tearing across France, Spain and Portugal.
Devastating wildfires are burning in France
With record heat turning brush and farmland into a tinderbox across much of Europe, wildfires are tearing across France, Spain and Portugal. CBS News correspondent Ramy Inocencio reports.
Beluga whale lifted from French river dies during rescue attempt
While the sea mammal was successfully lifted out of the river, experts knew he was in poor condition to make the rest of the trip back to sea.
"Last-chance operation" to save a beluga stranded in a French river
Marine rescue group Sea Shepherd said a "major, complex operation will be undertaken that is not without risk" to save the whale from the Seine river, northwest of Paris.
Little hope for beluga whale stranded in France's Seine river
Images show the emaciated sea mammal swimming slowly northwest of the French capital, and experts say it likely stopped eating before it entered the river.
Saudi prince stays in "world's most expensive home" during Paris trip
The Chateau Louis XIV was built by Jamal Khashoggi's cousin Emad Khashoggi who runs a luxury property development business in France.
Pearl Jam says Eddie Vedder's throat damaged by wildfire smoke, cancels Vienna concert
Vedder's throat was damaged while playing the Lollapalooza Paris festival, the band said
Europe faces extreme heat
Northwestern parts of Europe are seeing some relief today as the high temperatures shift east. CBS News correspondent Elaine Cobbe explains how leaders are responding to the weather crisis.
London wakes up to the grim realities of heat wave hell
"This is the climate change that we've been promised," one expert tells CBS News, and it is "here to stay."
Europe struggles with deadly heat wave
Europe is facing a deadly heat wave, with high temperatures typically seen in the Middle East rather than in Paris, London or Madrid. CBS News correspondent Elaine Cobbe gives an update from Paris and explains when western Europe will see some relief.
Brutal heat and wildfires grip Europe
The brutal heat in Europe is fueling deadly wildfires in some areas. In the UK, a country not accustomed to this type of weather, many people are struggling to cope. CBS News foreign correspondent Roxana Saberi joined "CBS News Mornings" from London with details.
Wildfires rage in Spain and France amid heat wave
A heatwave in Europe has resulted in hundreds of deaths and multiple wildfires as temperatures soar 30 degrees above normal in some areas. In the United Kingdom, residents are bracing for what could be Britain's hottest day ever recorded. Ramy Inocencio reports.
Brits could see hottest day ever as heat wave fuels fires across Europe
Largely un-airconditioned London could boil over 100 degrees as wildfires char parched land in Spain, Portugal and France.
Fires scorch France and Spain as temperature-related deaths soar in Europe
The scorching temperatures have reached as far north as Britain, where its weather agency has issued its first-ever "red warning" of extreme heat.
X-rays of famed artist Modigliani's work lead to an "amazing discovery"
There's been something hiding beneath the surface of one of the 20th-century Italian artist's paintings for a century.
Heat wave forces French to nix Bastille Day fireworks over fire risk
With thousands of acres already charred by wildfires amid the 2nd bout of extreme heat this year, many towns and villages have decided it's not worth the risk.
U.S. Army Air Forces pilot killed on D-Day laid to rest in Normandy 78 years later
Lt. William J. McGowan's P-47 Thunderbolt was shot down over France's Moon-sur-Elle on June 6, 1944.
Widow charged 27 years after husband found beheaded in France
The move comes after Christophe Doire's body was exhumed in April in order to carry out new tests.
Lone surviving attacker from 2015 Paris attacks sentenced to life in prison
The court found that his explosives vest malfunctioned, dismissing his argument that he ditched the vest because he decided not to follow through with his attack.
At Wimbledon, Serena Williams loses her 1st match in a year
Serena Williams has lost her first singles match in nearly a year, getting beat by 115th-ranked Harmony Tan of France in three sets at Wimbledon.
Top court in France blocks city's bid to allow burkinis at public pools
A senior government official hailed the ruling as a victory "against separatism, for secularism."
105 years after he died, buried WWI soldier identified through DNA
His headstone finally bears a name: 2nd Lt. Osmund Bartle Wordsworth — a great-great-nephew of English poet William Wordsworth
OECD: War in Ukraine will drag down global economy
"The war could spark starvation. It could cause social unrest and political turmoil," OECD chief economist said.
Man charged over mystery needle attacks in France
More than 300 people reported being pricked with needles at nightclubs or concerts in recent months across France.
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Rep. Liz Cheney, defeated in primary, says "now the real work begins"
The Wyoming congresswoman lost to Trump-backed challenger Harriet Hageman. In Alaska, Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Kelly Tshibaka will advance to the general election in the Senate race.
CDC director announces shake-up of the organization, citing COVID mistakes
The head of the nation's top public health agency is shaking up the organization with the goal of making it more nimble.
Many feared dead after bombing at mosque in Kabul
According to an eyewitness the explosion was carried out by a suicide bomber.
More human remains found at Lake Mead as water levels hit historic lows
The latest discovery marked the fifth time authorities discovered skeletal remains in the reservoir, which is drying up amid an ongoing drought.
Saudi woman given 34-year jail term over tweets, rights groups say
"There is no question with this abhorrent sentence that the situation is only getting worse," group says.
Pence says he'd "consider" appearing before Jan. 6 committee if asked
"It'd be unprecedented in history for a vice president to be summoned to testify on Capitol Hill," Pence said.
Half of all Texas schools have no mental health services
Texas would need to hire more than 5,000 licensed school psychologists to meet minimum recommended ratios.
Wisconsin school board bans teachers from displaying pride flag
More than 13,000 people have signed an online petition opposing the Kettle Moraine policy.
CVS, Walgreens, Walmart must pay Ohio $650M in opioids suit
Retail giants' approach to dispensing pain medication caused a public nuisance in the communities, lawsuit alleged.
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Pro-Biden group pours millions into ad campaign touting new health, climate law
They're targeting Black and Latino voters, two groups whose support for Biden has sagged in recent months.
NASA astronaut Nicole Aunapu Mann will make history in space
Astronaut Nicole Aunapu Mann will serve as mission commander and make history as the first Native American woman in space this fall.
Solange Knowles composing music for New York City Ballet
Knowles has composed an original score that will debut at the ballet's Fall Fashion Gala in September.
Federal judge reinstates North Carolina's 20-week abortion ban
Prior to the ruling, abortions were legal in North Carolina until fetal viability, which generally falls between 24 and 28 weeks of pregnancy.
Demand for monkeypox vaccine outstrips supply
Bavarian Nordic is considering outsourcing production of its FDA-approved vaccine for the virus.
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Bavarian Nordic is considering outsourcing production of its FDA-approved vaccine for the virus.
What we've learned about recessions as Americans brace for impact
The history of recessions in the U.S. reveals key lessons amid fears another storm is brewing.
Only one U.S. state has seen rents fall over the past year
Rents have soared nearly 40% over the last year, with the typical 2-bedroom fetching more than $2,100 a month.
Wingstop owned by rapper Rick Ross fined for labor violations
"Taking accountability is big when you're the biggest," musician tells his followers on social media.
Fed saw evidence of a slowing economy at its last meeting
Despite sputtering U.S. economic growth, Federal Reserve hiked interest rates to ease "unacceptably high" inflation.
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Pro-Biden group pours millions into ad campaign touting new health, climate law
They're targeting Black and Latino voters, two groups whose support for Biden has sagged in recent months.
Fed saw evidence of a slowing economy at its last meeting
Despite sputtering U.S. economic growth, Federal Reserve hiked interest rates to ease "unacceptably high" inflation.
CDC director announces shake-up of the organization, citing COVID mistakes
The head of the nation's top public health agency is shaking up the organization with the goal of making it more nimble.
Former top CIA analysts on China's reaction to Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan trip
The two experts talked with "Intelligence Matters" host Michael Morell about China's reaction to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan earlier this month.
Pence says he'd "consider" appearing before Jan. 6 committee if asked
"It'd be unprecedented in history for a vice president to be summoned to testify on Capitol Hill," Pence said.
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Federal judge reinstates North Carolina's 20-week abortion ban
Prior to the ruling, abortions were legal in North Carolina until fetal viability, which generally falls between 24 and 28 weeks of pregnancy.
Demand for monkeypox vaccine outstrips supply
Bavarian Nordic is considering outsourcing production of its FDA-approved vaccine for the virus.
CDC director announces shake-up of the organization, citing COVID mistakes
The head of the nation's top public health agency is shaking up the organization with the goal of making it more nimble.
CVS, Walgreens, Walmart must pay Ohio $650M in opioids suit
Retail giants' approach to dispensing pain medication caused a public nuisance in the communities, lawsuit alleged.
Court rules 16-year-old not "mature" enough to get an abortion
A judge ruled shortly before the teen tried to seek an abortion, she experienced renewed trauma because her friend died, and couldn't make the decision to terminate her pregnancy.
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Many feared dead after bombing at mosque in Kabul
According to an eyewitness the explosion was carried out by a suicide bomber.
Crossbow intruder came to Windsor Castle "to kill the queen," court hears
The 20-year-old suspect in the 2021 Christmas Day incident is facing prosecution under Britain's 180-year-old Treason Act.
U.K. inflation tops 10% on soaring food and energy costs
Britain's inflation rate soared to a new 40-year high, squeezing households. Economists expect it to get worse.
Saudi woman given 34-year jail term over tweets, rights groups say
"There is no question with this abhorrent sentence that the situation is only getting worse," group says.
Mystery toxin suspected in huge fish die-off in major European river
"Everything points to a manmade catastrophe," one environmental expert tells CBS News, as 100 tons of dead fish are removed from the Oder River.
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Solange Knowles composing music for New York City Ballet
Knowles has composed an original score that will debut at the ballet's Fall Fashion Gala in September.
Wingstop owned by rapper Rick Ross fined for labor violations
"Taking accountability is big when you're the biggest," musician tells his followers on social media.
Artists trying to stop Mariah Carey's trademark of "Queen of Christmas"
Darlene Love says she was dubbed the "Queen of Christmas" 29 years ago. Another artist went so far as to take legal action against the trademark.
Michael Bublé on the greatest record of his life
Canadian singer-songwriter Michael Bublé joined "CBS Mornings" to discuss his music career, family and tour.
Wolfgang Peterson, "Das Boot" and "Air Force One" director, dies at age 81
Heralded as an antiwar masterpiece, "Das Boot" was nominated for six Oscars, including for Petersen's direction.
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GM recalls 484,000 large SUVs over possible seat-belt malfunction
The belts may not properly restrain a passenger in a crash, increasing the risk of injury, regulators said.
YouTube is the most popular social media among teens, followed by TikTok
About 36% admitted they spend too much time on social media and 54% say it would be somewhat hard to give it up.
Gadgets and apps to help find lost items
CNET editorial director Dan Ackerman joins "CBS Mornings" to share tracking devices and apps that can help people find lost things. He discusses trackers that can find a parked car or glasses as well as a smart lock to help keep track of keys and even pets.
New tax credits for EVs look generous — but they're complicated
While many EVs qualify for tax credits under inflation bill, no cars sold today likely would get the full $7,500 rebate.
Smart home tech can help save money on energy bills
Programmable thermostats and smart lights can help consumers' lower energy bills.
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Colorado River allocation cut due to drought
The megadrought in the western U.S. has caused a severe water shortage in the Colorado River. Arizona and Nevada have been issued restrictions on their water usage. The Arizona Republic's Debra Utacia Krol joins CBS News with more on the extreme conditions.
Mystery toxin suspected in huge fish die-off in major European river
"Everything points to a manmade catastrophe," one environmental expert tells CBS News, as 100 tons of dead fish are removed from the Oder River.
Prehistoric fish may be spawning in Georgia for first time in 50 years
Fossils indicate that the lake sturgeon has existed for more than 136 million years, according to scientists. It's spade-nosed fish with a bottom-mounted vacuum hose instead of jaws.
U.S. faces growing risk of hazardous heat
A new report reveals nearly one-third of U.S. adults will likely live in counties experiencing hazardous heat by 2053. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Irina Ivanova joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Elaine Quijano to discuss the alarming analysis.
U.N. hopes 5th time's the charm in push for treaty to protect oceans
Member states have haggled over the terms of new international laws to protect international waters from exploitation since 2017. Could they finally reel it in?
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Rare photos from the 1976 Chowchilla bus kidnapping
A look inside the truck trailer where 26 abducted school children and their bus driver were buried alive -- and later escaped.
Parole granted to last Chowchilla school bus hijacker
The last of three men convicted of hijacking a school bus full of California children for an attempted $5 million ransom in 1976 is being released by the state's parole board.
Corrections officer arrested after juvenile in youth detention center dies
Thomas Lee Hicks, 30, was charged with one count of murder in the 2nd degree, two counts of cruelty to children in the 2nd degree, and one count of violation of oath of office.
Police say trafficking victims rescued
Officials say law enforcement across the country rescued more than 200 trafficking victims, including 84 children.
More human remains found at Lake Mead as water levels hit historic lows
The latest discovery marked the fifth time authorities discovered skeletal remains in the reservoir, which is drying up amid an ongoing drought.
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NASA astronaut Nicole Aunapu Mann will make history in space
Astronaut Nicole Aunapu Mann will serve as mission commander and make history as the first Native American woman in space this fall.
"Cannibal" solar ejection expected to hit Earth this week
The storm could hit as soon as Thursday, NOAA said.
NASA rmoves SLS moon rocket rollout back to launch pad
The maiden flight of the SLS moon rocket is intended to clear the way for the Artemis program's first piloted flight in 2024.
Space mission shows Earth's water may be from asteroids, study says
The Ryugu samples could give clues to the mystery of how oceans appeared on Earth billions of years ago, scientists said.
Meteor's loud boom rattles skies over Salt Lake City and beyond
Even Utah's governor, out for a run, heard the boom, which was caused by what the National Weather Service said was a meteor.
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While many Afghans have little to celebrate, the country's Taliban rulers were happy to show off their control of Kabul's streets.
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An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
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Liz Cheney ousted by Trump-backed challenger
Three-term Republican Rep. Liz Cheney was defiant in defeat, vowing to continue her efforts to make sure former President Donald Trump is not elected again. She moved quickly to set up a political action committee focused on stopping Trump, who she sees as a threat to democracy. Robert Costa reports.
"CBS Evening News" headlines for August 17, 2022
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."
Pence says he would consider testifying
Former Vice President Mike Pence said Wednesday he would consider testifying before the January 6 committee if asked. CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Errol Barnett discussed with CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane the significance of those comments, Congresswoman Liz Cheney's primary defeat in Wyoming and the latest on January 6 criminal cases.
Cheney's political future after primary loss
Rep. Liz Cheney is assessing her plans following a dramatic primary defeat. The Wyoming Republican says her battle in Washington isn't over despite losing her bid to keep her seat in the House. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.
The history of recessions in America
Many people are worried the country is headed toward a recession, or may already be in one. While not all recessions are created equal, economists say we can learn lessons from our past. CBS News takes a look back at the history of recessions in America as part of our series "MoneyWatch: The Uncertain Economy."