Inside the Artemis II moon mission simulator
CBS News' Kris Van Cleave goes inside the Orion mission simulator cockpit to get a better idea of what NASA astronauts will be experiencing during the Artemis II launch set for Wednesday.
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NASA makes final checks for Artemis II
NASA is in its final phase of preparations ahead of the planned Artemis II launch on Wednesday. CBS News' Bill Harwood and Peter King have more.
Retired NASA astronaut on moon missions
Retired NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings to discuss final preparations for the Artemis II launch set for Wednesday.
Artemis II crew could make history today
The Artemis II crew could launch into space on Wednesday toward the moon for an historic mission. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.
Planned Artemis II launch is just hours away
The Artemis II mission to the moon is expected in a few hours if all goes according to plan. Linda Godwin, a retired astronaut and professor emeritus at the University of Missouri, joins CBS News with more.
Countdown to Artemis II launch
NASA's Artemis II mission is expected to launch Wednesday evening, if weather permits. Over nine days, the crew of four is scheduled to loop around the moon's far side - going farther from Earth than anyone ever has - before returning. Mark Strassmann gives a look at the preparations.
Everything to know about NASA's Artemis II moon mission
NASA launched four astronauts on a historic nine-day trip around the moon and back. Here's everything to know about the Artemis II mission.
Previewing NASA's Artemis II launch
NASA is planning to launch its first crewed mission in over 50 years with its Artemis II flight on Wednesday from Florida's Kennedy Space Center.
Smooth countdown continues for Artemis II moon mission
Forecasters continue to predict an 80% chance of favorable weather on Wednesday for the launch of four astronauts on a flight to the moon.
NASA readies Artemis II for historic moon mission
The countdown to launch of the Artemis II mission, NASA's first piloted moonshot in half a century, proceeded smoothly as engineers and technicians prepared the agency's giant Space Launch System rocket and Orion crew capsule for fueling and blastoff. Mark Strassmann has more.
Significance of Artemis II moon mission
NASA is counting down to its first crewed mission around the moon in more than 50 years. Tariq Malik, editor-in-chief of Space.com, joins CBS News with more.
Artemis II crew, NASA preparing for flight
In less than 24 hours, four astronauts are set to begin their historic nine-day journey around the far side of the moon and back. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more on the planned Artemis II launch.
Former astronaut on upcoming Artemis II launch
Liftoff for the Artemis II crew's mission around the moon is scheduled for Wednesday evening. Retired NASA astronaut and Navy SEAL Chris Cassidy joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Is Artemis II launch part of a space race?
NASA is preparing for the scheduled launch of the first crewed mission around the moon in over 50 years. If the Artemis II rocket takes off on Wednesday as planned, the three-man, one-woman crew will travel further from the Earth than any humans before. Bloomberg space reporter Loren Grush has more from the Kennedy Space Center.
From 2016: Astronaut Scott Kelly returns to Earth
On March 2, 2016, NASA astronaut Scott Kelly touched down on Earth after spending 340 days aboard the International Space Station, then the longest spaceflight ever by an American, as part of a mission to study the health impacts of extended space travel. Watch CBS News' coverage of Kelly's return.
NASA head Jared Isaacman on Artemis II launch
NASA is poised to launch a historic spaceflight around the moon on Wednesday. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann spoke with NASA administrator Jared Isaacman about the Artemis II mission.
Artemis II moon mission countdown underway
NASA is just a day away from the planned launch of the Artemis II mission around the moon. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann has more.
Key NASA administrator on Artemis II launch
Lakiesha Hawkins, the acting deputy associate administrator for NASA's Exploration Systems Development Mission Directorate (ESDMD), joins CBS News 24/7 to break down the goals of the Artemis II moon mission.
How astronauts prepare to make space history
Retired astronaut Terry Virts joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings as NASA begins to count down for the Artemis II mission to the moon.
Countdown begins for Artemis II mission
NASA is preparing for the historic Artemis II mission to the moon. Jeffrey Hoffman, a former astronaut, joins CBS News with what to expect.
Artemis astronaut on risks of mission
The Artemis II mission could lift off as soon as Wednesday in a historic space flight around the moon. The crew of four has been training for nearly three years for the nine-day mission. Mark Strassmann gives a look at the risks and safety of space travel.
Countdown begins for long-awaited Artemis II moon mission
Countdown clocks began ticking Monday, setting the stage for launch of the Artemis II moon mission early Wednesday evening.
Artemis II astronauts say they're "ready to go" for moon launch
The countdown to launch of the Artemis II crew's flight around the moon begins Monday at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
Anticipation grows for Artemis II moon launch
After weeks of delays, NASA is finally poised for the launch of a historic flight this week to send a crew of four astronauts on a trailblazing nine-day trip around the moon and back. Mark Strassmann has more.
Good weather predicted ahead of Artemis II launch
Forecasters are predicting good weather ahead of the scheduled, historic Artemis II moon mission on Wednesday. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins from the Kennedy Space Center with the latest on preparations.
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Tentative 60-day agreement reached on Iran, pending Trump's approval, sources say
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.
What Jill Biden said about her husband's debate performance then — and now
Jill Biden told CBS News "Sunday Morning" that her husband's performance in the 2024 debate "scared me to death." But her comments at the time did not reflect those concerns.
Supreme Court sides with Black death row inmate who alleged discrimination
The Supreme Court divided 5-4, with Chief Justice John Roberts and Justice Brett Kavanaugh joining the three liberal justices in the majority.
Iranian protesters who escaped tell CBS News war has made things worse
Two Iranian brothers who joined January's protests say the war has made things worse, and ending it shouldn't only be about uranium.
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.
The Trump Accounts app launches today. Here's what to know.
The Trump Accounts app allows parents to open new tax-preferred investment accounts for their children, including a $1,000 government contribution.
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.
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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Supreme Court sides with Black death row inmate who alleged discrimination
The Supreme Court divided 5-4, with Chief Justice John Roberts and Justice Brett Kavanaugh joining the three liberal justices in the majority.
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Jill Biden told CBS News "Sunday Morning" that her husband's performance in the 2024 debate "scared me to death." But her comments at the time did not reflect those concerns.
The Trump Accounts app launches today. Here's what to know.
The Trump Accounts app allows parents to open new tax-preferred investment accounts for their children, including a $1,000 government contribution.
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.
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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.
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Supreme Court sides with Black death row inmate who alleged discrimination
The Supreme Court divided 5-4, with Chief Justice John Roberts and Justice Brett Kavanaugh joining the three liberal justices in the majority.
Jill Biden says husband "was slowing down" but wasn't in cognitive decline
Jill Biden said she never saw signs her husband, former President Joe Biden, was in cognitive decline, in an interview for "CBS Sunday Morning" airing May 31.
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Jill Biden told CBS News "Sunday Morning" that her husband's performance in the 2024 debate "scared me to death." But her comments at the time did not reflect those concerns.
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.
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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.
U.S. setting up Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya, officials say
The U.S. is in the process of setting up a quarantine facility in Kenya for Americans who were exposed to Ebola or infected with the deadly illness.
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TV host Ty Pennington on bronchiectasis
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Iranian protesters who escaped tell CBS News war has made things worse
Two Iranian brothers who joined January's protests say the war has made things worse, and ending it shouldn't only be about uranium.
"Donald Trump" the buffalo spared from sacrifice in Bangladesh
An albino buffalo with a tuft of hair that got him nicknamed "Donald Trump" was granted a government reprieve from sacrifice in a Muslim religious festival.
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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Tentative 60-day agreement reached on Iran, pending Trump's approval: Sources
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.
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Broadway's Joshua Henry on "Ragtime" musical
Broadway star Joshua Henry joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his role in the "Ragtime" musical, which depicts the stories of Americans at the turn of the 20th century.
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
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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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Meta's new features for paid subscribers
Meta says its rolling out paid social subscriptions that will include exclusive features like "super reactions" and customizable themes. Kelly O'Grady reports.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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Alleged school shooter gets plea deadline
Colt Gray, the alleged Apalachee High School shooter, was in court Thursday for the next steps before his potential trial. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Supreme Court jury discrimination case ruling
The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of a Black death row inmate who argued racial discrimination occurred in the jury-selection process before his trial. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
U.S. preparing for World Cup's security
U.S. officials are preparing for thousands of visitors at sites linked to the FIFA World Cup. CBS News' Anna Schecter breaks down the measures.
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.
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A rare blue micromoon will appear in night skies this weekend. Here's what to expect.
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
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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.
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President Trump visited some U.S. service members during his trip to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Tuesday, but not any of the 14 troops injured in the war he started with Iran who are also recovering at the hospital. That's according to the family of one soldier and another military official familiar with Mr. Trump's visit. CBS News correspondent Jonah Kaplan has more.
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Colt Gray, the alleged Apalachee High School shooter, was in court Thursday for the next steps before his potential trial. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
U.S., Iran reach tentative deal, report says
The U.S. and Iran have reportedly reached a tentative deal on the Iran war, but it still needs President Trump's approval, Axios reports. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has more, and retired Navy Vice Adm. Robert Murrett joins with more insight.
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Officials are pivoting to a rescue mission at the site of a chemical implosion in Washington. Ranji Sinha, a reporter for CBS affiliate KIRO, joins with more details.
Trump threatens to bomb Oman
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