Virgin Galactic sends rocketplane to edge of space
Virgin Galactic's commercial rocketplane reached an altitude of over 51 miles high in Thursday's test flight
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Saudi Arabia kills deal with Virgin Hyperloop One
It's a sign of Saudi retaliation against business leaders critical of the kingdom over journalist's disappearance
Richard Branson drops Saudi deals after journalist disappears
Richard Branson, Steve Case, Uber's Dara Khosrowshahi among Western execs avoiding projects touting Saudi investment
Former refugee's gutsy bid for finding work goes viral
Mohamed Elbarkey's bold gambit for landing a job is drawing praise, including from billionaire Richard Branson
Virgin Galactic chalks up successful supersonic test flight
Thursday's launch of SpaceShipTwo is the company's first powered flight since a 2014 crash that destroyed an earlier model and killed its pilot
Virgin Galactic's Unity spaceship makes first powered flight
The successful test is the first rocket-powered flight since the deadly crash of the original ship in 2014
Richard Branson investing in hyperloop project
British mogul calls the planned ultra-fast transportation service the "world's most revolutionary train"
Obama sightings post-presidency
Obama's been enjoying a good deal of R&R since leaving office. See what he's been up to
Obama set to make post-presidency appearance in Chicago
The 44th president will participate in a conversation about community organizing and civic engagement on Monday at the University of Chicago
Stephen Hawking making plans to travel into space
Hawking revealed that his dream of traveling to space could become a reality thanks to Richard Branson's Virgin Galactic
Watch Obama kitesurf with Richard Branson in the British Virgin Islands
The former president seems to having some fun in his post-White House life
Richard Branson on U.S. election and his death-defying excursions
Virgin Group founder talks about his concerns about President-elect Donald Trump, his hopes for unity, and his documentary on his harrowing excursions
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Sir Richard Branson's trans-Atlantic hot air balloon crossing in 1987 was just one of his death-defying adventures. The British businessman's record-breaking journey and his trans-Pacific adventure four years later are the subject of a new documentary, "Don't Look Down." First on "CBS This Morning," Branson discusses what his family thinks about his excursions and his concerns about President-elect Donald Trump.
Why Virgin is shutting down its email -- for a time
Richard Branson’s management company says employees will get a “digital detox” one morning a week
Billionaire Richard Branson: "I really thought I was going to die"
Virgin Group boss flies head first off bicycle in British Virgin Islands
This US city may lead the way in supersonic flight
A startup called Boom Technology hopes to introduce the next generation of supersonic jets
Virgin Galactic plans to launch satellites from jumbo jet
The aircraft will serve as an "airborne launch pad" shooting rockets into Earth's orbit
Blue Origin successfully launches - and lands - rocket
The New Shepard spacecraft successfully completed a sub-orbital test fight in a major "space tourism" milestone
Virgin Galactic pilot recounts harrowing free fall
He knew SpaceShipTwo had disintegrated but blacked out, remembered his parachute opening and the feeling of waking up midair
Cause of Virgin Galactic spaceplane crash identified
Investigators complete their probe into the role of the pilots and other factors in deadly 2014 crash of SpaceShipTwo
Why Virgin is giving 1 year of paid parental leave
Media mogul Richard Branson says it's a smart business decision, but U.S. companies are unlikely to follow suit
Russia to resume space tourism in 2018
As faith in the U.S. space tourism business teeters, Russia is relaunching efforts to put amateur astronauts in orbit
Richard Branson joins "CBS This Morning" from Necker Island to discuss the crash
It is day three into the investigation of what caused a space plane to crash in California. Virgin Galactic founder Richard Branson joins "CBS This Morning" from Necker Island to discuss the crash.
Virgin Galactic's SpaceShipTwo soars in test flight
Virgin Galactic completed a crucial step toward its goal of flying tourists to the edge of space by next year
Trump announces Israel and Iran have agreed to a ceasefire
President Trump posted on social media that Iran and Israel have reached a "Complete and Total CEASEFIRE." There has been no official word yet from Israel or Iran.
Iran launches missile attack on U.S. base in Qatar, no injuries reported
President Trump has indicated that the U.S. was given prior warning of the Iranian strike. U.S. and Qatari authorities said the missiles were intercepted.
What to know about Al Udeid Air Base after Iran attacked U.S. military post
Iran launched retaliation against the United States on Monday, firing short- and medium-range missiles targeting the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.
Trump says Iran gave "early notice" about counterstrikes on U.S. base in Qatar
President Trump downplayed Iran's attacks on a U.S. base in Qatar, and said Iran offered early warning.
Florida to receive federal funds to build immigration detention sites, including "Alligator Alcatraz"
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says new immigration detention centers in Florida will be largely funded by FEMA's shelter and services program.
Supreme Court lifts order blocking deportations to third countries without notice
The Supreme Court agreed to pause a judge's order that prevented the Trump administration from deporting migrants to third countries without first providing them due process.
145 people report being pricked with syringes at French music festival
French authorities detain 12 people after 145 revelers across the nation reported being in pricked with syringes during the Fete de la Musique national music festival.
ICE detains Marine vet's wife who was still breastfeeding their baby
ICE officers detained the wife of a Marine Corps veteran in Louisiana during a routine immigration appointment.
Novo Nordisk ends Wegovy sales on Hims & Hers over "deceptive marketing"
Novo Nordisk said it will stop selling Wegovy on Hims & Hers, claiming the telehealth company sold knockoff versions of the weight-loss drug.
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Inside an NPR station facing funding cuts: "Without it, people would die"
Jeff Ferrell is the news director of Red River Radio and its only full-time news employee. He's also the on-air host, field reporter, writer and sound editor.
Florida to receive federal funds to build immigration detention sites, including "Alligator Alcatraz"
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says new immigration detention centers in Florida will be largely funded by FEMA's shelter and services program.
Trump's strike against Iran divides Congress on war powers
A bipartisan contingent is pushing for a war powers vote to reassert Congress' power to declare war, but House Speaker Mike Johnson says a reported Israel-Iran ceasefire makes the idea irrelevant.
Supreme Court lifts order blocking deportations to third countries without notice
The Supreme Court agreed to pause a judge's order that prevented the Trump administration from deporting migrants to third countries without first providing them due process.
JetBlue to end service at Miami International Airport
JetBlue is scheduled to end flights between Boston and Miami in September as the budget carrier moves to cut costs.
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JetBlue to end service at Miami International Airport
JetBlue is scheduled to end flights between Boston and Miami in September as the budget carrier moves to cut costs.
Here's what the military conflict in Iran could mean for oil and gas prices
Global crude prices jumped on Sunday but have since retreated. Here's what experts say about the outlook for oil and gas.
Ford recalls more than 197,000 Mach-E cars due to door latch issue
Ford is recalling 200,000 Mustang Mach-E cars due to an issue with its door latches that could put children at risk.
Novo Nordisk ends Wegovy sales on Hims & Hers over "deceptive marketing"
Novo Nordisk said it will stop selling Wegovy on Hims & Hers, claiming the telehealth company sold knockoff versions of the weight-loss drug.
Compass sues Zillow over its "Zillow ban," alleging antitrust breach
Real estate company Compass claims Zillow is illegally undermining competition by banning property listings if they don't appear on Zillow within 24 hours.
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Inside an NPR station facing funding cuts: "Without it, people would die"
Jeff Ferrell is the news director of Red River Radio and its only full-time news employee. He's also the on-air host, field reporter, writer and sound editor.
Florida to receive federal funds to build immigration detention sites, including "Alligator Alcatraz"
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says new immigration detention centers in Florida will be largely funded by FEMA's shelter and services program.
Trump says Iran gave "early notice" about counterstrikes on U.S. base in Qatar
President Trump downplayed Iran's attacks on a U.S. base in Qatar, and said Iran offered early warning.
Trump's strike against Iran divides Congress on war powers
A bipartisan contingent is pushing for a war powers vote to reassert Congress' power to declare war, but House Speaker Mike Johnson says a reported Israel-Iran ceasefire makes the idea irrelevant.
Trump announces Israel and Iran have agreed to a ceasefire
President Trump posted on social media that Iran and Israel have reached a "Complete and Total CEASEFIRE." There has been no official word yet from Israel or Iran.
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Novo Nordisk ends Wegovy sales on Hims & Hers over "deceptive marketing"
Novo Nordisk said it will stop selling Wegovy on Hims & Hers, claiming the telehealth company sold knockoff versions of the weight-loss drug.
Health insurers vow to speed approval of medical care
Some of the nation's health insurers say they're taking steps to speed the process by which doctors approve medical care.
2 butcher shops close after girl dies from food poisoning
Eight children have come down with severe food poisoning since June 12 after consuming meat products from the two businesses in Saint-Quentin.
Kidney doctor's shooting comes as questions emerge about dialysis centers
Longrunning questions about kidney dialysis don't justify shooting, prosecutor says.
Extended interview: LQ Goldring on her quest for a kidney donor
In this web exclusive, LaQuayia Goldring (who goes by LQ) talks with "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty about her experience as a dialysis patient and kidney donor recipient, and her struggle to locate a new kidney after her donated organ failed.
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Trump's strike against Iran divides Congress on war powers
A bipartisan contingent is pushing for a war powers vote to reassert Congress' power to declare war, but House Speaker Mike Johnson says a reported Israel-Iran ceasefire makes the idea irrelevant.
Trump announces Israel and Iran have agreed to a ceasefire
President Trump posted on social media that Iran and Israel have reached a "Complete and Total CEASEFIRE." There has been no official word yet from Israel or Iran.
What to know about Al Udeid Air Base after Iran attacked U.S. military post
Iran launched retaliation against the United States on Monday, firing short- and medium-range missiles targeting the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.
4 arrested in killing of scientist whose body was found dismembered
The mayor offered a reward of $12,000 for information leading to the capture of Alessandro Coatti's killers. Police said the reward led to a breakthrough in the investigation.
Here's what the military conflict in Iran could mean for oil and gas prices
Global crude prices jumped on Sunday but have since retreated. Here's what experts say about the outlook for oil and gas.
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Lionel Boyce on "The Bear" season 3
Emmy-nominated actor Lionel Boyce joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the new season of "The Bear," his character's growth as a pastry chef, and how the hit series explores ambition, pressure, and purpose inside a Chicago restaurant.
Oklahoma City Thunder win NBA championship
The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Indiana Pacers on Sunday to win the city's first NBA title. The franchise was known as the Seattle Supersonics when it won the title in 1979. The Pacers came up short after losing their star player early in the game.
"Break on Through": How The Doors began
Sixty years ago, a new band came together in Venice, Calif., and lit the music world on fire. "Sunday Morning" joins John Densmore and Robby Krieger on a tour of where it all started for The Doors, who are being celebrated with a new book, "Night Divides the Day."
"Break on Through": How The Doors began
Sixty years ago, a new band came together in Venice, Calif., and lit the music world on fire. The Doors, an improvisational group comprised of poet Jim Morrison, Ray Manzarek on keyboards, Robby Krieger on guitar, and John Densmore on drums, are being celebrated with a new book, "Night Divides the Day: The Doors Anthology." Correspondent Anthony Mason talks with Densmore and Krieger (the last surviving members of the group), and takes a tour of where it all started for The Doors.
Schooling the stars
For more than 100 years, New York's Professional Children's School has provided an education for young people already engaged in careers in the arts or athletics. Their alumni include ballet star Tiler Peck, cellist Yo-Yo Ma, and actors Rita Moreno, Scarlett Johannson, and Macaulay and Kieran Culkin. Correspondent Mo Rocca talks to Peck; with Head of School James Dawson; and with some current students who are splitting time between schoolwork and the stage.
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AI's human imitation brings dangers
"Godfather of AI" Yoshua Bengio said concerns about the technology are not just about it taking jobs, but also the risks of training it to imitate humans. Tech journalist Yasmin Khorram has more on its "sociopathic tendencies."
Amazon CEO: AI will mean fewer corporate jobs
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy says artificial intelligence will lead to fewer corporate jobs at the company. Technology journalist Jacob Ward, host of "The Rip Current" podcast, joins CBS News to discuss how AI is already reshaping the workforce.
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.
Robotic heart transplant makes history
In a medical first, surgeons at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center in Houston successfully performed a fully robotic heart transplant on a 45-year-old patient. He now says he's living a brand-new life. Janet Shamlian reports.
Amazon CEO says rollout of generative AI will reshape company's workforce
Andy Jassy, CEO of Amazon, said he expects the company to reduce its workforce over the next few years as it rolls out more generative AI and agents.
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Killer whales caught on video grooming each other with seaweed
A study published in the journal Current Biology describes a new example of tool use by a critically endangered population of orcas.
Trump administration's cuts to National Science Foundation blocked
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from making drastic cuts to research funding that is provided by the National Science Foundation.
French scientists discover new blood type in Guadeloupe woman
Thanks to DNA sequencing, the discovery of new blood groups has accelerated in recent years.
Plastic bag bans and fees work to curb litter, study says
Researchers conducted the first systematic review of policies around the U.S. to limit plastic bag use.
SpaceX Starship upper stage explodes during countdown to engine test firing
A SpaceX Starship upper stage exploded during ramp-up to an expected engine test firing at the company's Starbase facility on the Texas Gulf Coast. It's an apparent major setback for the program.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs trial winds down
The prosecution in the Sean "Diddy" Combs sex trafficking and racketeering trial heard testimonies from its final witness on Monday. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
4 arrested in killing of scientist whose body was found dismembered
The mayor offered a reward of $12,000 for information leading to the capture of Alessandro Coatti's killers. Police said the reward led to a breakthrough in the investigation.
Combs' prosecutors expected to rest
Prosecutors in Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking and racketeering trial are expected to rest their case on Monday. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest updates.
1 injured, suspect dead after shooting at church in Wayne
Police in Southeast Michigan say one person is injured and a suspect is dead after a shooting at a church Sunday morning.
Bride shot dead, 13-year-old wounded at wedding party
One of the attackers was killed, run over by the bride and groom's car as they tried to escape, a source close to the investigation said.
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World's largest telescope unveils first images of galaxies in stunning detail
The debut images from a powerful telescope at Chile's Vera Rubin Observatory show distant galaxies and star-forming regions in spectacular detail.
Why did SpaceX's Starship explode?
SpaceX's Starship rocket exploded in Texas on Wednesday night as it was preparing for a test launch. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has the details.
Video shows SpaceX Starship explosion at Texas launch site
A SpaceX Starship exploded at a launch site in Texas Wednesday night, bursting into a massive fireball.
SpaceX Starship upper stage explodes during countdown to engine test firing
A SpaceX Starship upper stage exploded during ramp-up to an expected engine test firing at the company's Starbase facility on the Texas Gulf Coast. It's an apparent major setback for the program.
See NASA's image of an intense X-class solar flare
The solar flare peaked at 5:49 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory said.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Summer music heats up 2025
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes THC ban
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick are at odds in a rare divide after Abbott vetoed one of Patrick's biggest priorities: a ban on THC. CBS News national reporter Karen Hua has more from Houston.
ICE agents detain wife of Marine veteran
A Louisiana Marine Corps veteran says Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents detained his wife during a routine immigration appointment. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has the details.
The global role of the Strait of Hormuz
The intensifying conflict in the Middle East is raising new concerns about its potential impact on the oil and gas industry. Much of the focus is on whether Iran will close the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global crude oil supply. CBS News' Meg Oliver explains how the Strait functions and what a potential closure could mean on a worldwide scale.
NATO summit opening amid Mideast conflict
President Trump and other world leaders are preparing for this week's NATO summit in the Netherlands. The newly announced ceasefire between Israel and Iran will likely take focus at the gathering. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has that part of the story.
Examining legality of Trump's strikes on Iran
Some lawmakers and experts are questioning the legality of President Trump's strikes on Iran and whether or not the president had the authority to do it without congressional approval. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins to discuss.