Trump backs early moon landing with funding request
Trump administration asks Congress to kick-start NASA moon mission with $1.6 billion in additional 2020 funding
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NASA wants to send first woman to the moon
NASA is gearing up to send American astronauts back to the moon by 2024, and it hopes to include a woman for the first time. The Trump administration has asked Congress to approve an additional $1.6 billion for NASA's budget. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joined CBSN to discuss the ambitious plans.
NASA vows to make ambitious plan to return to the moon "a reality"
The newly announced Artemis program, named after the Greek goddess of the moon, intends to land astronauts on the South Pole of the moon by 2024
The moon is shrinking — and may be generating "moonquakes"
As the lunar interior ever-so-slowly contracts, "moonquakes" are produced, NASA data suggests.
NASA almost didn't televise the first moon landing
Mission control might never have witnessed Neil Armstrong take his first steps on the moon if it weren't for the vision of men like Eugene Shoemaker
Jeff Bezos says lunar lander can carry crews to the moon by 2024
Lunar lander unveiled as NASA puts finishing touches on plans to return astronauts to the moon by 2024
SpaceX cargo ship reaches space station
SpaceX delivers 5,500 pounds of equipment and supplies to the space station
SpaceX launches unpiloted cargo ship to space station
The Dragon is loaded with nearly 5,500 pounds of equipment
SpaceX confirms crew spacecraft destroyed in test mishap
Crew Dragon spacecraft was being prepared for in-flight test of emergency abort system when something went terribly wrong
Blue Origin launches rocket with NASA payloads
Company founded by Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos aims to send private citizens and scientists into space
How NASA would keep an asteroid from hitting Earth
While unlikely, scientists are preparing for the worst case scenario
SpaceX launch delayed by space station glitch
Faulty electronics box on the space station will be replaced using the lab's robot arm
NASA troubleshoots space station power glitch
Upcoming SpaceX cargo launch could be delayed if space station power glitch isn't quickly resolved
NASA just detected the first "marsquake"
For the first time since its mission began, NASA's InSight lander has detected what scientists believe to be a marsquake
"Marfa Martians" sending their science experiment to space
The team, made up of 10 and 11-year-olds, want to find a way to kill bacteria in space
Evidence found for first molecule in the universe
"This molecule was lurking out there, but we needed the right instruments," a top NASA scientist said
Watch: Rocket launches cargo to space station
An Antares rocket blasted off from the Wallops Island Flight Facility in Virginia carrying a Cygnus cargo ship loaded with supplies for the International Space Station.
Rocket launches with cargo for space station
Loaded with 3.8 tons of supplies and equipment, the Cygnus cargo ship will need two days to reach the space station
Researchers reveal changes to astronaut's body
Retired astronaut Scott Kelly, who spent 340 days in space during an extended stay aboard the International Space Station in 2015-16, did not suffer any major long-term health effects that might raise warning signs for future long-duration flights, scientists reported Thursday. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins CBSN with details.
Israeli spacecraft fails to land on moon
CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood speaks to CBSN about the failed moon landing and Thursday's other headlines: SpaceX's second launch of their Falcon Heavy rocket and NASA's report that astronaut Scott Kelly experienced biological changes during his year-long orbit in space.
Astronaut twins study reveals impact of space travel
Studies of twin astronauts Scott and Mark Kelly, one in space and one on the ground, finds no major obstacles to long-term space missions
First black hole image reveals cosmic place of no return: "Our jaws dropped"
Black holes are the universe's most powerful vacuum, inhaling everything
Scientists unveil first image of black hole in all its dark glory
In an historic observation, a globe-spanning virtual telescope has directly imaged a black hole's shadow
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Winter storm brings snow and rain across U.S.; SpaceX rocket successfully launches historic test flight
Spacewalking astronauts upgrade the ISS
Two crew members ventured outside the International Space Station on Monday to work on the power and communications systems. It was the third spacewalk in a month. CBSN's Vlad Duthiers takes a look.
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Vance says "still TBD" if Trump can sign a U.S.-Iran deal
Vice President JD Vance says the U.S. and Iran are "going back and forth" on a deal. Meanwhile, Iran targeted an American base on Thursday in retaliation for what the Pentagon said were "purely defensive" U.S. strikes.
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At least 4 hurt in explosion at Dallas apartment building, officials say
At least four people were transported to the hospital, DFR said.
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Woman missing right hand speaks out about viral traffic stop video
Kathleen Thomas, who is missing her right hand, thought it was a misunderstanding when a deputy pulled her over for allegedly holding her phone with that hand while driving. Bodycam video shows the viral interaction.
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USCG can send divers to Bahamas to search for Lynette Hooker, source says
Lynette Hooker was reported missing by her husband in early April after the couple allegedly went for a nighttime ride aboard a dinghy.
Some artists drop out of Freedom 250 concerts shortly after lineup released
Some artists announced for the Freedom 250 concert series in Washington, D.C., this summer, say they won't be performing.
Nearly 500,000 Russian soldiers have died in Ukraine war, Britain says
It is the highest on-the-record estimate of Russian military deaths to come from any government since the war in Ukraine began.
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.
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Democrats argue ballroom construction shouldn't continue without Congress' consent
Democratic lawmakers argue the Trump administration must get express consent from Congress before continuing construction on the White House ballroom.
Nick Bilton named executive producer of "60 Minutes"
Investigative journalist and filmmaker Nick Bilton has been named executive producer of "60 Minutes."
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DOJ probing outside funding E. Jean Carroll received for Trump civil lawsuits
DOJ is probing a nonprofit run by billionaire Reid Hoffman that funded a portion of E. Jean Carroll's civil litigation against President Trump, several sources said.
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Woman missing right hand speaks out about viral traffic stop video
Kathleen Thomas, who is missing her right hand, thought it was a misunderstanding when a deputy pulled her over for allegedly holding her phone with that hand while driving. Bodycam video shows the viral interaction.
Nick Bilton named executive producer of "60 Minutes"
Investigative journalist and filmmaker Nick Bilton has been named executive producer of "60 Minutes."
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USCG can send divers to Bahamas to search for Lynette Hooker, source says
Lynette Hooker was reported missing by her husband in early April after the couple allegedly went for a nighttime ride aboard a dinghy.
Claude Lemieux, 4-time Stanley Cup champion, dies at age 60
The NHL Alumni Association announced Claude Lemieux's death. A cause of death was not immediately available, nor was it clear where Lemieux was when he died.
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Treasury Dept. is weighing a $250 bill with Trump's image
The department said it is preparing for the banknote in response to legislation proposed last year.
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.
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.
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DOJ probing outside funding E. Jean Carroll received for Trump civil lawsuits
DOJ is probing a nonprofit run by billionaire Reid Hoffman that funded a portion of E. Jean Carroll's civil litigation against President Trump, several sources said.
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Democrats argue ballroom construction shouldn't continue without Congress' consent
Democratic lawmakers argue the Trump administration must get express consent from Congress before continuing construction on the White House ballroom.
White House has yet to release results of Trump's latest physical
The White House has yet to release a summary the results of President Trump's latest physical exam.
Treasury Dept. is weighing a $250 bill with Trump's image
The department said it is preparing for the banknote in response to legislation proposed last year.
Some artists drop out of Freedom 250 concerts shortly after lineup released
Some artists announced for the Freedom 250 concert series in Washington, D.C., this summer, say they won't be performing.
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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
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)
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Taylor Swift concert attack plot suspect sentenced to 15 years in prison
An Austrian court has convicted a man of planning to attack a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna nearly two years ago.
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USCG can send divers to Bahamas to search for Lynette Hooker, source says
Lynette Hooker was reported missing by her husband in early April after the couple allegedly went for a nighttime ride aboard a dinghy.
Claude Lemieux, 4-time Stanley Cup champion, dies at age 60
The NHL Alumni Association announced Claude Lemieux's death. A cause of death was not immediately available, nor was it clear where Lemieux was when he died.
Nearly 500,000 Russian soldiers have died in Ukraine war, Britain says
It is the highest on-the-record estimate of Russian military deaths to come from any government since the war in Ukraine began.
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.
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Taylor Swift concert attack plot suspect sentenced to 15 years in prison
An Austrian court has convicted a man of planning to attack a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna nearly two years ago.
Some artists drop out of Freedom 250 concerts shortly after lineup released
Some artists announced for the Freedom 250 concert series in Washington, D.C., this summer, say they won't be performing.
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
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.
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Examining the public sentiment on AI
Pope Leo has released the first encyclical of his papacy, focusing on humanity and, in part, warning of the risks posed by the growing use of artificial intelligence. The message comes amid growing dissent among young people over AI. Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, joins to discuss.
Google worker arrested over Polymarket bets
A Google employee has been arrested for allegedly using insider information to make $1 million on Polymarket. Dustin Gouker, publisher of the Event Horizon newsletter on prediction markets, joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
Robinhood to allow AI to make stock trades
The digital investing platform Robinhood is now allowing AI agents to trade stocks and make credit card purchases for users. Yahoo Finance senior reporter Brooke DiPalma joins with the details.
How ChatGPT warped reality for these users: "Why would the AI lie to me?"
AI-fueled delusions can happen when chatbots respond to grandiose, paranoid or imaginary ideas with affirmation or encouragement.
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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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Taylor Swift concert attack plot suspect sentenced to 15 years in prison
An Austrian court has convicted a man of planning to attack a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna nearly two years ago.
Google worker arrested over Polymarket bets
A Google employee has been arrested for allegedly using insider information to make $1 million on Polymarket. Dustin Gouker, publisher of the Event Horizon newsletter on prediction markets, joins CBS News to discuss.
FBI: Ex-CIA officer had 303 gold bars in home
According to an affidavit, a former CIA official was arrested after the FBI raided his Virginia home and found over 300 gold bars worth $40 million. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins to examine the case.
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.
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Blue micromoon makes rare appearance this weekend
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
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.
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DOJ probing E. Jean Carroll funding: sources
Sources tell CBS News the Justice Department is conducting a criminal investigation into a nonprofit with ties to E. Jean Carroll, who accused President Trump of sexually abusing her and won two lawsuits against him. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more details.
U.S., Iran push to extend ceasefire
U.S. and Iranian negotiators are working to extend their current ceasefire and begin negotiations on a long-term agreement, but neither President Trump nor Iranian leaders have given final approval on a deal. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan has more.
The life and legacy of Mary Todd Lincoln
A new biography titled "An Inconvenient Widow" by veteran journalist Lois Romano looks at the crucial influence Mary Todd Lincoln had in her husband's rise to the presidency, and the failures of those around her following President Lincoln's assassination. Romano joins "The Takeout" to dispel misconceptions about the former first lady.
Newsom endorses L.A. Mayor Bass for reelection
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has endorsed Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass for reelection as polls show a close mayoral primary. Tia Mitchell, Washington bureau chief for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, and Dave Levinthal, senior editor at NOTUS, join to discuss.
Examining the public sentiment on AI
Pope Leo has released the first encyclical of his papacy, focusing on humanity and, in part, warning of the risks posed by the growing use of artificial intelligence. The message comes amid growing dissent among young people over AI. Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, joins to discuss.