"HELP" sign on tiny island leads to rescue of 3 stranded mariners
Three mariners were rescued after they spelled out "HELP" with palm leaves on the beach. It marks the second time in four years that castaways were found on the same island.
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3 fishermen rescued from remote Pacific island
Three fishermen who got stranded for more than a week on a remote island in Micronesia in the Pacific Ocean were rescued this week after spelling out "Help" on a beach using palm leaves.
WWII bomber and crew's remains found in South Pacific
The bomber was found in Andrew Forrest's ongoing search for his uncle who has been missing in action since 1943.
Dam removal project helps salmon population
The largest dam removal project in U.S. history is happening along the Klamath River, which flows from southern Oregon to the Pacific Ocean. The project serves a crucial role in helping to revive America’s salmon population. Last year, the Pacific salmon season was canceled.
Sewage seeps into California beach, "akin to being trapped in a portable toilet"
Researchers called the contamination at Imperial Beach "a public health crisis," which has resulted in over 700 consecutive days of beach closures.
Thousands of whales died in a heat wave. It may get worse.
Thousands of whale photos revealed that a single event known as "The Blob" managed to undo years of humpback whale recovery – and it could be a sign of what's to come.
Sailor missing more than 2 weeks arrives in Hawaii, Coast Guard says
Noel Rubio, 60, was last heard from in late December after departing California to head to Hawaii.
Coast Guard searching for sailor, 60, who has been missing for 2 weeks
Noel Rubio, 60, was last heard from in late December after departing California to head to Hawaii.
Video captures Coast Guard rescue of dog that fell from Oregon cliffs
Leo, a three-year-old golden retriever, fell about 300 feet and was stuck between the high cliffs and the Pacific Ocean, but is expected to survive his injuries.
Pacific storm pushes into Arizona
There's no rest for the West Coast as a Pacific storm makes its way out of California and into Arizona and other desert states. Jeff Nguyen from CBS News Los Angeles reports from the Hollywood Hills.
Nearly 100 dead or missing after Hurricane Otis hit Mexico, officials say
Hurricane Otis "was the strongest hurricane in the East Pacific to make landfall in the satellite era," when it hit Acapulco, Mexico, last week, NOAA said.
Hurricane Otis triggers landslides after making landfall in Mexico
In just a matter of hours, Otis strengthened into a major hurricane, threatening "catastrophic damage" along Mexico's Pacific coast before weakening.
"Magical" waves with a "beautiful blue glow" seen in California
The "awe-inspiring, wondrous" sight could come at a cost to marine life.
U.S., Japan and Australia to hold joint drills as tensions rise
The drills will be conducted as tensions continue to mount in the South China Sea following Russian and Chinese military activity in the region.
Tracking Hurricane Hilary's path
A rare hurricane in the Pacific could hit California in the coming days. Hurricane Hilary is currently churning a few hundred miles off Mexico's coast. CBS News senior weather and climate producer David Parkinson breaks down the storm's predicted path.
Rescued baby walrus getting "round-the-clock" cuddles dies in Alaska
The Pacific walrus calf, believed to be roughly a month old, was found alone in Alaska, miles from the ocean.
Lost baby walrus is getting "round-the-clock" cuddles in rescue attempt
A baby walrus was found alone in Alaska with little hope for survival. Now, in a rare and "exceptional" rescue attempt, he's being raised with 24/7 cuddles.
Man recovering after 2 months lost at sea with dog on damaged boat
Tim Shaddock told Australian TV he just needed "rest and good food, because I have been alone at sea a long time," after he was spotted by a helicopter.
"Ultra rare" pod of endangered sperm whales spotted in California
"This is something that might happen once a year if you are lucky," the marine tour company that saw the sperm whale trio said.
El Niño is officially here
El Niño's return could bring much more rain to Southern California later this year and drier conditions in the Pacific Northwest.
Scientists discover about 5,000 species in future Pacific mining zone
About 5,000 new species were discovered in a region of the Pacific Ocean set to be mined by companies looking for copper, nickel, cobalt, iron, manganese and other rare earth elements.
Has China's aggression convinced Japan to abandon its pacifist roots?
As Biden heads for a G7 meeting in Hiroshima, Japan looks poised to put its WWII history behind and become a modern military power, but are its people ready?
Largest-ever "narco sub" found off Colombia
The largest-ever Colombian "narco sub" was intercepted in the Pacific Ocean, with 3 tons of cocaine found on board, authorities say.
"World's deepest fish" caught on camera — 27,000 feet below the surface
Scientists set world records for the deepest fish ever recorded on video, as well as the deepest catch, while exploring trenches off Japan.
Australia marks Anzac Day with a wary eye on China
As Australia and New Zealand reflect on the cost of wars gone by, leaders urge a rapid embrace of new military tech in the face of China's own buildup.
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Strait of Hormuz stuck in limbo as Trump mulls Iran's latest offer
Oil prices continue rising as the Trump administration unenthusiastically mulls an Iranian offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz but delay nuclear talks.
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King Charles meets with Trump at White House before address to Congress
King Charles III will deliver a rare address to a joint meeting of Congress on Tuesday before attending a state dinner at the White House.
Federal agents return to Minneapolis to target daycares for suspected fraud
About 20 sites in the Minneapolis area were were targeted as prosecutors refocus attention on a billion-dollar social services scandal.
Correspondents' dinner suspect charged with trying to assassinate Trump
Cole Allen, the man accused of opening fire at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, was charged with trying to assassinate President Trump.
Jimmy Kimmel defends himself after Donald and Melania Trump call for his firing
Jimmy Kimmel has responded to Donald and Melania Trump calling for ABC to fire him after a joke he made days before the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
Supreme Court to weigh Trump's bid to end deportation shield for Haitians, Syrians
The Supreme Court is set to consider Wednesday the Department of Homeland Security's effort to terminate TPS both for Syria and Haiti.
Will the Fed cut rates? Here's what to expect at Wednesday's meeting.
The Federal Reserve is contending with rising inflation amid the war and a lackluster job market, along with the departure of Fed Chair Jerome Powell.
Judge allows Maurene Comey's lawsuit challenging her firing to proceed
Maurene Comey, the daughter of former FBI Director James Comey, was fired from her job as a top prosecutor in New York last year.
Shooting again put Washington Hilton at center of presidential history
The White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting again thrust the Washington Hilton to the center of presidential history. It's been there many times before, most of them good, but also on other dark occasion.
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Taylor Swift files to trademark her voice and likeness in the age of AI
Swift has filed for three trademark applications, including one covering her voice speaking the phrase, "Hey, it's Taylor."
Judge allows Maurene Comey's lawsuit challenging her firing to proceed
Maurene Comey, the daughter of former FBI Director James Comey, was fired from her job as a top prosecutor in New York last year.
CBS News poll, analysis on CA voters' views of state's policies ahead of debate
A closer look at voters' views on issues in the primary for the California governor's race going into Tuesday's debate.
SPLC seeks disclosure of grand jury transcripts in criminal case
The Southern Poverty Law Center accused senior Justice Department officials of making "misleading" statements after indictment.
United Arab Emirates says it will permanently leave OPEC on May 1
UAE officials said the decision to depart the OPEC oil cartel comes after an "extensive review" of the country's oil production policy.
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Taylor Swift files to trademark her voice and likeness in the age of AI
Swift has filed for three trademark applications, including one covering her voice speaking the phrase, "Hey, it's Taylor."
United Arab Emirates says it will permanently leave OPEC on May 1
UAE officials said the decision to depart the OPEC oil cartel comes after an "extensive review" of the country's oil production policy.
Will the Fed cut rates? Here's what to expect at Wednesday's meeting.
The Federal Reserve is contending with rising inflation amid the war and a lackluster job market, along with the departure of Fed Chair Jerome Powell.
Google workers urge CEO to refuse classified AI work with Pentagon
In an open letter, Google workers say doing a deal with the Department of Defense would hurt the tech giant's reputation.
Musk and Altman face off in federal court. Here's what to know.
The trial comes at a pivotal moment for AI, a technology poised to bring advancement that could also drastically reshape humanity.
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Judge allows Maurene Comey's lawsuit challenging her firing to proceed
Maurene Comey, the daughter of former FBI Director James Comey, was fired from her job as a top prosecutor in New York last year.
CBS News poll, analysis on CA voters' views of state's policies ahead of debate
A closer look at voters' views on issues in the primary for the California governor's race going into Tuesday's debate.
SPLC seeks disclosure of grand jury transcripts in criminal case
The Southern Poverty Law Center accused senior Justice Department officials of making "misleading" statements after indictment.
Supreme Court to weigh Trump's bid to end deportation shield for Haitians, Syrians
The Supreme Court is set to consider Wednesday the Department of Homeland Security's effort to terminate TPS both for Syria and Haiti.
Federal agents return to Minneapolis to target daycares for suspected fraud
About 20 sites in the Minneapolis area were were targeted as prosecutors refocus attention on a billion-dollar social services scandal.
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Beyond crisis lines: How broader suicide prevention helps people in need
A new approach to suicide prevention shifts the focus from stopping harm in moments of crisis to upstream policies that give people reasons to live.
Big companies position themselves for payday from $50B federal rural health fund
A $50 billion federal fund is supposed to modernize rural healthcare. But community clinics and advocates fear that the contractors administering the money for states will bite off a big chunk before it reaches patients.
A 13-year-old's kidney was failing. Then a stranger stepped in.
Tim Fitzpatrick, a father of a chronically ill child, saw the story of a boy in need of a new kidney and felt compelled to help.
Ben Sasse is on extended time. He credits "providence, prayer and a miracle drug."
The former U.S. senator from Nebraska opened up about his terminal diagnosis, his family and the state of American politics in a "Things That Matter" town hall.
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Johnson & Johnson to launch on TrumpRx with 4 of its prescription drugs
Drug-making giant Johnson & Johnson will officially start marketing four of its medications on the Trump administration's TrumpRx website on Friday, CBS News exclusively learned.
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Tycoon's son offers home for "cocaine hippos" slated to be killed
Anant Ambani, the son of tycoon Mukesh Ambani, said he formally requested the Colombian government to stay a decision to kill the animals.
U.K. police investigate another arson attack in north London
No one has been arrested and "officers are keeping an open mind about the motive behind the attack," police said.
United Arab Emirates says it will permanently leave OPEC on May 1
UAE officials said the decision to depart the OPEC oil cartel comes after an "extensive review" of the country's oil production policy.
Colombia offers record bounty for man accused of ordering bomb attack
A man known as "Marlon" is behind a wave of terror attacks in the country's southwest over the weekend, officials said, with presidential elections happening in under a month.
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Strait of Hormuz stuck in limbo as Trump mulls Iran's latest offer
Oil prices continue rising as the Trump administration unenthusiastically mulls an Iranian offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz but delay nuclear talks.
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Justin Hartley gives "Tracker" preview
"Tracker" star Justin Hartley reveals how he feels about the upcoming finale of the third season of the show. He also discusses his wife making appearances in the series and the best advice he's received in the industry.
Trumps call for Jimmy Kimmel to be fired
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump are demanding that late-night host Jimmy Kimmel be fired over remarks he made before the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump calls for Kimmel to be fired over jokes made before correspondents' dinner
First lady Melania Trump said that jokes Jimmy Kimmel made on his show days before the White House Correspondents' Dinner were "hateful and violent rhetoric."
Eve Plumb reflects on life in the spotlight
Eve Plumb starred as middle child Jan Brady on the classic sitcom "The Brady Bunch." While reflecting on her career, she told "CBS Mornings" the beloved show "put me where I am today." Plumb also addressed "The Brady Bunch" not being an instant hit and why one of her iconic lines bothered her, which she discusses in her new memoir.
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Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: America's adversarial relationship with Cuba; singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves; Rep. Jim Clyburn; reviving a Welsh soccer town; tree lovers; artist Jenny Saville; and rescuing Venus fly traps.
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Jury selection begins in Musk-Altman legal battle
Jury selection began Monday in the legal battle between tech leaders Elon Musk and Sam Altman. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has the latest.
How the AI-driven data center boom is leading to skyrocketing energy bills
A CBS News analysis found that Georgia Power, the largest energy provider in the state, imposed six rate hikes in the last three years.
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.
How data centers are impacting Americans
This week, Maine's governor vetoed a bill that would have made the state the first to ban the construction of new data centers. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Sam Altman apologizes for not flagging authorities to mass shooter's ChatGPT account
The ChatGPT account of the shooter, who killed eight people in a small British Columbia community, had been banned about eight months prior to the massacre.
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Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
AI used to reveal face of victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
In a first, endangered orangutan seen using canopy bridge to cross road
Rapid development has been shrinking the jungle habitat of the critically endangered species, and fatal conflicts with people have been increasing.
Saving the Venus fly trap
The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world.
From 1990: NASA launches Hubble Telescope
On April 24, 1990, NASA launched the Hubble Space Telescope from the Space Shuttle Discovery after seven years of delays. Watch CBS News' coverage from that day.
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Examining political violence in the U.S.
Instances of political violence in the U.S. are on the rise. Kevin Boyle, a professor at Northwestern University, joins CBS News with more.
FBI raids about 20 Minnesota daycare centers
Federal agents executed search warrants at about 20 childcare centers in Minneapolis over allegations of fraud, officials told CBS News on Tuesday. Nicole Sganga has the latest.
Charges from correspondents' dinner shooting
The Justice Department announced charges against Cole Allen, the man linked to a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. CBS News' Nicole Sganga has more on the details included in court documents.
Former Secret Service agent on D.C. shooting
Jeff James, a retired assistant special agent in charge at the U.S. Secret Service, joins CBS News with his take on security at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
Witness on suspect at correspondents' dinner
A witness is describing seeing Cole Allen in the moments before he was apprehended outside the ballroom where the White House Correspondents' Dinner was taking place. CBS News' Matt Gutman reports.
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Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
The launching appeared to go off without a hitch, but a problem prevented the rocket's upper stage from putting its payload into the correct orbit.
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
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Trump welcomes King, Queen to White House
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump welcomed King Charles III and Queen Camilla to the White House ahead of a speech by Mr. Trump.
Trump speaks at King Charles, Camilla welcome
President Trump touted the U.S.-U.K. relationship during a White House welcome for King Charles III and Queen Camilla.
Examining political violence in the U.S.
Instances of political violence in the U.S. are on the rise. Kevin Boyle, a professor at Northwestern University, joins CBS News with more.
FBI raids about 20 Minnesota daycare centers
Federal agents executed search warrants at about 20 childcare centers in Minneapolis over allegations of fraud, officials told CBS News on Tuesday. Nicole Sganga has the latest.
DeSantis unveils redistricting map proposal
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiled a GOP-leaning redistricting proposal in the wake of high-stakes redistricting efforts in Texas and California. CBS News contributor and election law expert David Becker joins with more.