Ship leaking tons of oil in Mauritius is close to splitting apart
"We are in an advanced fracturing process. The bulk carrier does not have much time ahead of it," said one scientist.
"We are in an advanced fracturing process. The bulk carrier does not have much time ahead of it," said one scientist.
Urgent efforts increased in Mauritius to empty a stranded Japanese ship of an estimated 2,500 tons of oil before the vessel breaks up and increases the contamination of the island's once-pristine Indian Ocean coastline. More than 1,000 tons of fuel has washed up on the eastern coast of Mauritius.
Five years without maintenance has made the "Safer" and its 1 million barrels of crude an "imminent environmental and humanitarian catastrophe."
A barge carrying 600 gallons of diesel fuel sank in waters off the Galápagos Islands early Sunday, prompting emergency cleanup operations.
A barge carrying 600 gallons of diesel fuel overturned and sank in the environmentally sensitive area.
State regulators were on the scene Wednesday afternoon, and they estimated that the area of the spill was 1,500 feet long by 15 feet wide
Brazilians have been critical of the government's response — or lack thereof — to the environmental crisis
Norwegian-based Equinor says it was unclear how big the spill was at its oil terminal on Grand Bahama
In 1989, an Exxon tanker spilled millions of gallons of toxic oil into Alaska's Prince William Sound. 60 Minutes reported on its aftermath years later
In 1989, an Exxon tanker spilled millions of gallons of toxic oil into Alaska's Prince William Sound. "60 Minutes" reported on its aftermath years later.
At least 49 dead in New Zealand mosque attack; Witness describes New Zealand terror attack.
When Hurricane Ivan plowed across the Gulf of Mexico in 2004, it triggered an oil spill that is still leaking. It's the longest continuous oil spill in American history. Omar Villafranca reports.
An oil platform was destroyed when Hurricane Ivan hit in 2004
New Zealand shooting leaves at least 49 dead; WWII veteran prepares to run across the country a second time.
TransCanada says work on its long-delayed project will commence soon, though opponents vow to keep fighting
Dozens missing after Iranian oil tanker carrying 1 million barrels of ultra-light oil collides with freighter
Days after a major oil spill occurred in South Dakota, a commission in Nebraska voted to approve a route for the Keystone XL Pipeline, which is expected to run from Canada south through several U.S. states. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., president of Waterkeeper Alliance, joins CBSN to discuss why he believes the pipeline will have negative consequences.
Nebraska panel to rule on Canadian company's plan for Keystone XL just after Keystone leaked 210K gallons of oil in S. Dakota
Pipeline has been operating since 2010 and has leaked at least two other times
Cleanup efforts underway after blobs of oil, leaked in collision of two ships, coat Hong Kong's beaches
Federal researchers have found a way to coat foam with a material that attracts oil, but not water
Donald Trump's signoff on two controversial oil projects that had been put on hold creates many winners and losers
More than 300,000 gallons of oil spilled when a freighter collided with two barges, but a combination of prepared work crews and favorable weather contained the damage
On August 10, 1993, a freighter collided with two barges at the mouth of Tampa Bay in Florida. About 330,000 gallons of oil were spilled -- but prepared work crews and favorable weather contained the damage. Watch "CBS Evening News" coverage from that day.
The rupture-fouled Refugio State Beach and tar balls were found more than 100 miles away on Los Angeles County beaches
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season officially starts on June 1 and ends on November 30. Here are the details on NOAA's forecast for this year.
The Supreme Court reversed a decision from lower court that found GOP lawmakers improperly used race when designing one of South Carolina's congressional districts.
The Justice Department filed a federal lawsuit accusing Ticketmaster and its parent company Live Nation of illegally monopolizing the live entertainment industry.
The bill is likely to fail for a second time, but Democrats will try to use Republicans' resistance to shift the narrative on border security in their favor.
Louisville police also released dashcam footage and video taken by a street camera outside the golf course.
Taiwan puts forces on alert, accuses China of an "irrational provocation" with its latest war games, and vows not to "shy away" from any threat.
The sister of an Israeli hostage seen in a Hamas video says the world needs to see the grim images, because "people are forgetting."
The grizzly bit into the 35-year-old man's can of bear repellent and was hit with a burst of it, causing the animal to flee.
Many Americans are increasingly skeptical about the value of a college degree. Here's what the income and wealth data shows.
It's the first state dinner for a leader of an African nation since George W. Bush was president.
Louisville police also released dashcam footage and video taken by a street camera outside the golf course.
Governor Ron DeSantis and state attorney general announce complaint against Starbucks coffee chain on conservative talk radio show.
Warrick Dunn will be inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame later this year, but the NFL legend's most important legacy may be his housing program for single-parent families.
The full list of hurricane names for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season include Alberto, Joyce and Kirk.
Governor Ron DeSantis and state attorney general announce complaint against Starbucks coffee chain on conservative talk radio show.
Many Americans are increasingly skeptical about the value of a college degree. Here's what the income and wealth data shows.
The European Union fined Mondelez, the U.S. confectioner behind major brands including Oreo, 337.5 million euros ($366 million) for restricting sales of products within the 27-country bloc.
The Justice Department filed a federal lawsuit accusing Ticketmaster and its parent company Live Nation of illegally monopolizing the live entertainment industry.
The postal service has allegedly fired mail carriers in at least seven states after they reported getting hurt while on the job.
It's the first state dinner for a leader of an African nation since George W. Bush was president.
The Supreme Court reversed a decision from lower court that found GOP lawmakers improperly used race when designing one of South Carolina's congressional districts.
The bill is likely to fail for a second time, but Democrats will try to use Republicans' resistance to shift the narrative on border security in their favor.
A strong wind gust toppled the stage at a campaign rally for a longshot Mexican presidential candidate, killing at least nine and injuring dozens, officials said.
The Justice Department filed a federal lawsuit accusing Ticketmaster and its parent company Live Nation of illegally monopolizing the live entertainment industry.
Singer and actor Nick Jonas says these three things help him take care of his mental health as part of his Type 1 diabetes management.
A Michigan farmworker has been diagnosed with bird flu after being in contact with cows presumed to be infected, state health officials announced in a statement Wednesday.
A firefighting foam known as AFFF contains PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals," that have been linked to cancer.
Actor Taye Diggs is opening about a mental health condition that has affected his younger sister Christian: schizophrenia, which impacts how a person thinks, feels and behaves.
Vital Pursuit will include whole-grain bowls, protein pasta, sandwich melts and gluten-free options.
The sister of an Israeli hostage seen in a Hamas video says the world needs to see the grim images, because "people are forgetting."
Deadly unrest on France's far-flung Pacific territory of New Caledonia has drawn a hasty visit by President Emmanuel Macron.
The San Jose galleon sank more than three centuries ago laden with gold, silver and emeralds believed to be worth billions of dollars.
Taiwan puts forces on alert, accuses China of an "irrational provocation" with its latest war games, and vows not to "shy away" from any threat.
A Thai hospital treating people injured by turbulence on the Singapore Airlines flight from London says 20 remain in intensive care.
"The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" topped Apple Music's list while Michael Jackson's "Thriller," Stevie Wonder's "Songs in the Key of Life" and Nirvana's "Nevermind" finished in the top 10.
Radio host Charlamagne tha God is known for his straightforward opinions on "The Breakfast Club." In his new book, "Get Honest or Die Lying," he writes about the impact of having meaningful conversations.
"CBS Mornings" co-anchor Gayle King sits down with music legend Lenny Kravitz to talk about his upcoming album, growing up in New York City, overcoming his insecurities and more.
Grammy-winning artist Lenny Kravitz tells Gayle King about some of the inspiration behind his new album "Blue Electric Light" in a sitdown interview for "CBS Mornings."
Lenny Kravitz sits down exclusively with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King to discuss his upcoming 12th studio album "Blue Electric Light," releasing just days before his 60th birthday. The Grammy award-winning rockstar also talks about his NYC roots, his insecurities, and being open to finding love.
Artificial intelligence can create fake images and videos of real people, including so-called deepfake porn. Congress is now considering a bill to make it illegal to share those images, exposing those who post deepfake porn to jail time and a hefty fine. There were more than 21,000 deepfake porn videos online last year.
Amazon's Alexa voice assistant is getting an upgrade to make it more conversational and intuitive as Amazon tries to compete with newer chat models introduced by Google and OpenAI. Eugene Kim, chief technology correspondent for Business Insider, joined CBS News to discuss the changes.
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.
Nebraska sued social media giant TikTok and its parent company ByteDance, claiming the platform targets minors with "addictive design" and alleging it's "fueling a youth mental health crisis."
The FCC is introducing a proposal to require political advertisers to disclose when they use Ai-generated content in broadcast TV and radio ads.
Shining galaxies, a purple and orange star nursery and a spiral galaxy are among the new images.
New research indicates the sun's magnetic field originates much closer to the surface than previously thought, a finding that could help predict extreme solar storms.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released new 2024 weather outlooks for the summer. CBS News Chicago meteorologist David Yeomans breaks down how the predictions may be connected to climate change.
The Environmental Protection Agency is urging water systems to take immediate actions to protect the nation's drinking water from cyberattacks. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga joins to discuss.
The 40-mile-long river branch, which ran by the Giza pyramid complex, was hidden under desert and farmland for millennia, scientists said.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection said that the six tons of meth were found in hundreds of packages hidden in the shipment.
Family members of the victims of the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas, have agreed to settle their lawsuit against the city for around $2 million. It includes money for the graves of the victims. Lawyers also announced a new lawsuit, this one against the state of Texas.
The Drug Enforcement Administration says it seized over 79 million fake pills containing fentanyl in 2023, a more than 33% increase from the year before. To combat the crisis, officials are cracking down on drug traffickers by targeting online retailers selling pill presses. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga explains.
The family members of Uvalde school shooting victims announced Wednesday a $2 million settlement with the Texas city. Law enforcement agencies who responded to the 2022 mass shooting at Robb Elementary School have come under scrutiny for their actions during the attack. Josh Koskoff, a lawyer representing the victims' families, spoke at a press conference.
The son of a wealthy businessman in India, accused of killing 2 people in a Porsche, was initially told he'd be bailed if he wrote a short essay and spent some time with local police.
Shining galaxies, a purple and orange star nursery and a spiral galaxy are among the new images.
NASA managers have ordered additional reviews of a small helium leak in Boeing's Starliner spacecraft to make sure it can be safely launched as is.
May's full moon will peak on Thursday morning, but the Flower Moon already appears full.
New research indicates the sun's magnetic field originates much closer to the surface than previously thought, a finding that could help predict extreme solar storms.
NASA ruled out a planned Saturday launch of Boeing's Starliner to allow more time for analysis of a small, but persistent helium leak in the ship's propulsion system.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
A look back at the hallowed career of the indie "B-movie" filmmaker, known for exploitation films, monster flicks, and some bizarre movie posters.
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg and Louisville Metro Police Department Chief Jacquelyn Gwinn-Villaroel gave an update Thursday on last week's arrest of golfer Scottie Scheffler outside the PGA Championship. Greenberg said the arresting officer was not wearing a bodycam, but that they would release video of the incident later in the day.
U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced Wednesday that the next general election would take place July 4, a move that's been greeted with derision from some members of his own party. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
Attorney General Merrick Garland announced Thursday an antitrust lawsuit against Ticketmaster and its parent company Live Nation. The Justice Department is accusing them of illegally monopolizing the live entertainment industry to the detriment of concertgoers and artists alike.
Former GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley said Wednesday she will vote for Donald Trump in November, but is standing by what she said about the former president in her campaign suspension speech. Haley had said Trump was not qualified to lead the United States. CBS News campaign reporter Nidia Cavazos has more.
Compared to last year's Memorial Day, the overall cost of travel is actually down slightly, but vacationing in 2024 still costs 15% more than before the pandemic. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more.