NASA launches long-duration crew to space station
The Crew-4 astronauts will replace four other long-duration station fliers who plan to return to Earth next week.
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Astronauts head to the International Space Station
SpaceX launches four astronauts into space Wednesday, heading to the International Space Station. One of the astronauts, Jessica Watkins, will be the first Black woman to carry out an extended stay on the ISS. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassman joins "CBS News Mornings" from the Kennedy Space Center to discuss.
SpaceX launches long-duration crew to ISS
Three Americans and one European astronaut head to the International Space Station. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports from the Kennedy Space Center.
Four astronauts set for overnight launch to space station
Launch comes just two days after four commercial station fliers returned to Earth Monday.
SpaceX commercial crew splashes down
The first fully private crew to visit the International Space Station returned to Earth after its 17-day mission, splashing down in the Atlantic Ocean. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood joined CBS News' Tanya Rivero as the mission came to an end.
SpaceX commercial crew returns to Earth with splashdown
The successful all-private visit to the International Space Station paves the way for future flights.
Commercial crew heads home from space station
The first commercial crew to visit the space station is targeting splashdown off the coast of Jacksonville.
High winds delay commercial crew's return to Earth
Bad weather once again holds up the Axiom-1 crew's return to Earth.
Commercial station crew stuck in space awaiting better splashdown weather
Trouble getting the Axiom-1 crew back to Earth triggers domino-like delays for upcoming missions.
Commercial crew in full stride aboard space station, having "a ton of fun"
The mission commander and his three crewmates are plowing through a full slate of research and public outreach.
3 men take first private flight to ISS
Three wealthy businessmen from the U.S., Canada and Israel docked at the International Space Station in the first private charter flight to the orbiting lab. The price tag for the passengers was a cool $55 million each.
In a first, commercial crew docks with space station
The first non-government, privately-funded crew docked at space station Saturday for NASA-sanctioned research.
SpaceX launches Axiom crew to space station
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched the Axiom-1 mission with a crew of four -- the first fully commercial crew to head to the International Space Station. Watch CBS News live coverage of the launch.
SpaceX launches first private crew to space station
The Axiom-1 flight carries a crew of four private citizens, with a former NASA astronaut as mission commander.
Telescope discovers record-breaking galactic space laser
The megamaser, named Nkalakatha, was discovered by the MeerKAT telescope in South Africa.
Commercial crew set for historic SpaceX launch to space station
The flight is the first in a series sanctioned by NASA to encourage private-sector development in Earth orbit.
NASA astronaut returns to Earth with Russians
An American astronaut hitched a ride back to Earth with two Russian cosmonauts despite tensions between the countries. Mark Vande Hei spent a record 355 days at the International Space Station.
Commercial station visit rescheduled
The flight is the first of up to two NASA-sanctioned "private astronaut missions" per year to space station.
NASA astronaut returns to Earth after record-setting flight
Mark Vande Hei set a single-flight record for U.S. astronauts.
U.S.-Russia relations aboard ISS
Despite tensions between the United States and Russia on Earth, cooperation continues in space. But Mark Strassmann reports Russia's longterm commitment to the International Space Station is in question.
NASA astronaut back on Earth after record flight
Mark Vande Hei credits frequent chats with family, exercise and meditation for staying on an even keel.
NASA pressing ahead with critical moon rocket test
NASA faces tough schedule with moon rocket test, private astronaut launch and space station crew rotations.
Spacewalkers carry out repairs and maintenance
Major objectives accomplished, but engineers assessing an unexpected water buildup in one astronaut's helmet
Russia launches crew to space station
Russia launched 3 cosmonauts aboard a Soyuz rocket to the International Space Station in the country's first space launch since the invasion of Ukraine. Russia's space agency has since cut ties with international partners in response to economic sanctions. CBS News senior space analyst Bill Harwood discusses the launch and how political relationships on Earth are impacting missions in space.
Cosmonauts launched to space station as NASA chief touts cooperation with Russia
The launch clears the way for an American astronaut to return to Earth on March 30 aboard another Russian spacecraft.
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Iran claims strikes on ships in Strait of Hormuz and U.S. base in Kuwait
Iran says it targeted U.S. facilities in Kuwait and struck two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz that were under "aerial escort" from the U.S.
Trump says Hamas agreed to next phase of Gaza peace deal, including disarmament
The president says Hamas and his international "Board of Peace" have agreed on the next steps in a peace deal that includes Hamas' disarmament in the Gaza Strip.
U.S. investigating whether Iran was behind cyberattack on Minnesota water systems
Malicious cyber activity affected technology at more than 30 community water systems across Minnesota this week, leading authorities to dig into whether Iranian actors are behind the attack, CBS News has learned.
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Democrats demand training info on ICE agent who killed immigrant in Maine
Two Democrats are demanding details and records about the training of an ICE officer who shot and killed a Colombian immigrant in Maine, according to a letter obtained by CBS News.
Spain deploys military to Morocco border after migrant crossings, 24 deaths
At least 18 migrants died trying to reach the Spanish territory of Ceuta after tens of thousands of people breached the frontier with Morocco and poured into the tiny Spanish territory.
Peptide vendor sentenced to nearly 6 years in prison: "An incredible trail of harm"
A federal judge sentenced the owner of a peptide company to nearly six years in prison after finding the business deceived customers and sold products that were adulterated with steroids.
People with disabilities fear service cuts as DOJ questions legal protections
The Department of Justice in June issued a legal opinion saying states aren't required to provide services that help people with disabilities remain in their homes.
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Pentagon weighs eliminating civilian tenure at military academies, draft memo says
The Pentagon is considering a sweeping remake of military higher education, including an end to civilian tenure and a "line-by-line" review of courses, according to a draft memo obtained by CBS News.
Netflix sued for allegedly losing unreleased Nicolas Cage movie
Lawsuit alleges that a drive storing $45 million spy film starring Nicolas Cage was "stolen right off a Netflix desk."
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Anthropic reveals Claude "gained unauthorized access" to "real-world systems"
Anthropic's artificial intelligence model Claude "gained unauthorized access" to three outside organizations on three separate occasions during testing.
U.S. investigating if Iran was behind cyberattack on Minnesota water systems
Malicious cyber activity affected technology at more than 30 community water systems across Minnesota this week, leading authorities to dig into whether Iranian actors are behind the attack, CBS News has learned.
Stolen Civil War-era cannonballs found in suitcase at Alabama airport
Law enforcement officials say a set of stolen Civil War-era cannonballs was discovered in a passenger's suitcase during a routine security screening at Alabama's Gulf Shores International Airport.
Hair sample from Nancy Guthrie's home inconclusive as search hits 6-month mark
A hair sample found at the home of Nancy Guthrie came back inconclusive after undergoing testing, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos revealed Thursday.
American Airlines makes its flight refund policy more restrictive
American Airlines is tightening its flight refund and cancellation policy. Here's what to know.
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Anthropic reveals Claude "gained unauthorized access" to "real-world systems"
Anthropic's artificial intelligence model Claude "gained unauthorized access" to three outside organizations on three separate occasions during testing.
American Airlines makes its flight refund policy more restrictive
American Airlines is tightening its flight refund and cancellation policy. Here's what to know.
Poll analysis on cost of living and whether political parties have answers
Big majorities of Americans have said their incomes are not keeping up with inflation, and feel the president isn't focused enough on the issue.
Netflix sued for allegedly losing unreleased Nicolas Cage movie
Lawsuit alleges that a drive storing $45 million spy film starring Nicolas Cage was "stolen right off a Netflix desk."
Mortgage rates hit highest level in a year amid inflation fears
Mortgage rates are drifting higher as the Fed's interest rate decision and war in the Middle East fuel inflation concerns.
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Democrats demand training info on ICE agent who killed immigrant in Maine
Two Democrats are demanding details and records about the training of an ICE officer who shot and killed a Colombian immigrant in Maine, according to a letter obtained by CBS News.
People with disabilities fear service cuts as DOJ questions legal protections
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Ukrainian ambassador tracks how Kyiv's relationship with D.C. has evolved
The outgoing Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S. says Ukraine has been able to combat what she said characterized as a prior, erroneous narrative that Russia was winning the war, now in its fifth year.
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Pentagon weighs eliminating civilian tenure at military academies, draft memo says
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Trump says Hamas agreed to next phase of Gaza peace deal, including disarmament
President Trump said Hamas and his international "Board of Peace" have agreed on the next steps in a peace deal that includes Hamas' disarmament in the Gaza Strip.
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People with disabilities fear service cuts as DOJ questions legal protections
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Senate committee advances Dr. Erica Schwartz to be Trump's CDC director
If confirmed by the full Senate, Dr. Erica Schwartz would become the 22nd director of the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Millions of kids have caffeine in their diet. It's not all coming from soda.
On any given day, kids consume an average of 19.4 milligrams of caffeine, which is about two-thirds of what's in a can of Coke, according to a new report.
Extended Interview: Jay Bhattacharya
Rob Gutman speaks with Jay Bhattacharya, director of the National Institutes of Health and acting director of the CDC, about Dr. Anthony Fauci's actions during the pandemic, the possible origins of COVID-19, vaccines and more.
Acting CDC director on Fauci's testimony
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, the director of the National Institutes of Health and the acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention spoke with Matt Gutman about Dr. Anthony Fauci's hearing on Wednesday and other health issues that affect many Americans.
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FIFA official resigns in protest of World Cup investment plan
The pressure is rising on FIFA President Gianni Infantino to ditch a $20 billion privatization plan, but soccer's governing body is doubling down and criticizing the media.
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Iran claims strikes on ships in Strait of Hormuz and U.S. base in Kuwait
Iran says it targeted U.S. facilities in Kuwait and struck two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz that were under "aerial escort" from the U.S.
Famed climber Nirmal Purja among 10 missing on Pakistan peak; 4 bodies recovered
Rescuers searching for 10 climbers missing on Pakistan's Broad Peak located four bodies and were looking for the others, officials said. Acclaimed climber Nirmal Purja was among the missing.
Ukrainian ambassador tracks how Kyiv's relationship with D.C. has evolved
The outgoing Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S. says Ukraine has been able to combat what she said characterized as a prior, erroneous narrative that Russia was winning the war, now in its fifth year.
Trump says Hamas agreed to next phase of Gaza peace deal, including disarmament
President Trump said Hamas and his international "Board of Peace" have agreed on the next steps in a peace deal that includes Hamas' disarmament in the Gaza Strip.
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"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" swings into theaters
Just weeks after "Supergirl" underperformed at the box office, the ninth live-action Spider-Man film since 2002 is expected to premiere with a projected global opening of as much as $465 million. Marlow Stern, chief correspondent at Variety, joins CBS News to discuss.
From the archives: Spider-Man creator Stan Lee
The creator of such superheroes as Spider-Man, Iron Man, the Avengers and the Fantastic Four, Stan Lee (1922-2018) was a comic book genius whose characters made him a superhero himself to legions of fans. In this report that originally aired Jan. 17, 2016, Lee talked with "Sunday Morning" correspondent Lee Cowan about his marvelous life story that, fittingly, was published in comic-book form.
Netflix sued for allegedly losing unreleased Nicolas Cage movie
Lawsuit alleges that a drive storing $45 million spy film starring Nicolas Cage was "stolen right off a Netflix desk."
From the archives: "Once" songwriter Glen Hansard
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Actor Jared Leto facing allegations
Actor Jared Leto is facing allegations of criminal sexual conduct, which he has denied. In a new BBC documentary, four women accuse Leto of targeting them when they were underage. Lilia Luciano has the latest.
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U.S. probing Minnesota water systems hackings
The U.S. is investigating whether Iran hacked more than 30 community water systems across Minnesota, CBS News has learned. Nicole Sganga reports.
Anthropic reveals Claude "gained unauthorized access" to "real-world systems"
Anthropic's artificial intelligence model Claude "gained unauthorized access" to three outside organizations on three separate occasions during testing.
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.
Altman expresses support for AI slowdown
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OpenAI CEO meets with key Trump advisers
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is meeting with high-ranking Trump administration advisers following his talks with lawmakers on Capitol Hill. This comes as some tech workers criticize the rapid development of AI, demanding that the government create new safety regulations. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent has more.
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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.
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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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New details on Nancy Guthrie investigation
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos, who has led the local investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, spoke to CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti and revealed more details on the probe.
Police kill suspect in deadly kidnapping
On Wednesday night in Chino Hills, about 30 miles south of Los Angeles, deputies fatally shot a suspect after a deadly kidnapping. Carter Evans reports as authorities piece together exactly what happened.
Hair sample from Nancy Guthrie's home inconclusive as search hits 6-month mark
A hair sample found at the home of Nancy Guthrie came back inconclusive after undergoing testing, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos revealed Thursday.
First responders testify in Lindsay Clancy trial
First responders testified Thursday in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, who admitted to killing her three children but pleaded not guilty to three counts of first-degree murder. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has the details.
Peptide vendor sentenced to nearly 6 years in prison: "An incredible trail of harm"
A federal judge sentenced the owner of a peptide company to nearly six years in prison after finding the business deceived customers and sold products that were adulterated with steroids.
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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
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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
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