FDA approves new blue food dye derived from gardenia fruit
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a new blue color additive derived from the fruit of the gardenia, a flowering evergreen, for use in a variety of drinks and candies.
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Gottlieb on RFK Jr. vaccine panel
Dr. Scott Gottlieb served as FDA commissioner in President Trump's first term, and is currently on the board at Pfizer and the chairman of the board at Illumina. He tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that "this does look like a political process right now" as Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy has made changes to the vaccine advisory panel ACIP.
What to know about possible flu shot changes
A new vaccine panel appointed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. just held its first meeting. Dr. Celine Gounder breaks down what they discussed and what it could mean for how your seasonal flu shot is made.
RFK Jr. vaccine panel makes flu shot decision
A preservative falsely linked to autism became a sticking point during voting for the vaccine committee put together by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
RFK Jr.'s vaccine committee votes against rarely used flu shot preservative
The votes on vaccine recommendations are the first move by the panel after Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. replaced all its members.
Ex-CDC head raises alarm over new vaccine guidance
A little-known vaccine advisory panel is now under scrutiny after changes from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Dr. Jon LaPook spoke to Dr. Richard Besser, former acting CDC director, about his concerns.
RFK Jr.'s new vaccine panel makes decisions
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s new panel of vaccine advisers to the Centers for Disease Control made its first decisions on Thursday. It's their first official move after Kennedy Jr. fired the former experts, replacing them with his own picks. CBS News health reporter Alex Tin has more.
Experts say halting U.S. funds for Gavi vaccine alliance will cost lives
RFK Jr. announced a halt to all U.S. funding for the global Gavi vaccine alliance. One expert calls it a "travesty and a nightmare."
CDC to hire former head of anti-vaccine group founded by RFK Jr.
Lyn Redwood, who spread debunked claims about vaccines, will be in the CDC's Immunization Safety Office, multiple CDC officials tell CBS News.
Doctor worried as CDC panel rethinks RSV shots
New CDC vaccine advisors who share RFK Jr.'s skepticism about immunizations are reviewing a long-standing vaccine guidance for infants. Elaine Quijano spoke to a doctor who is concerned about the focus on risks over benefits.
CDC panel postpones RSV vaccine vote
The new vaccine advisory panel for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention postponed a much-awaited vote on RSV vaccines on Wednesday. CBS News health reporter Alex Tin has more.
Democrats spar with RFK Jr. over health agenda: "People are going to die"
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified in front of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce over the department's 2026 budget.
Parents weigh vaccine guidance amid confusion
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a longtime vaccine skeptic, removed all 17 members of a committee that issues government recommendations on vaccines. Kennedy said his new panel would restore public trust, but some people are not sure what to believe. Lana Zak went along with a family on their search for answers.
Makary on removing artificial dyes from food
One of the country's biggest food manufacturers is getting on board with Health Secretary RFK Jr.'s plans to stop the industry from using synthetic dyes. FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Kraft Heinz to remove artificial dyes from products sold in U.S.
Kraft Heinz said it will remove artificial dyes from its U.S. products by end of 2027 and stop making new products that contain the dyes.
CDC official overseeing COVID hospitalization data resigns in protest
Dr. Fiona Havers' resignation follows RFK Jr.'s orders to change the CDC's vaccine recommendations.
RFK Jr. taps allies, COVID vaccine critics for CDC advisory panel
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired the previous roster of the CDC's vaccine advisers on Monday.
Who did RFK Jr. pick for CDC vaccine panel?
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has announced eight new advisers to serve on the CDC's vaccine recommendation panel after firing all 17 sitting members earlier this week. CBS News health reporter Alex Tin has the details.
RFK Jr. taps allies, skeptics for CDC panel
One day after he fired the Centers for Disease Control's 17-person vaccine recommendation panel, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced several replacements. The eight new members include the secretary's allies, several of whom have records of vaccine skepticism and spreading misinformation.
CDC purges career officials from oversight of vaccine committee
News of their removal comes after the firing of the CDC's outside vaccine advisers.
RFK Jr. removes every member of CDC vaccine advisory committee
The Health and Human Services secretary said he is "retiring" all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which helps set recommendations for vaccines.
Ex-CDC director reacts to RFK Jr.'s vaccine moves
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., is dismissing the entire 17-member panel of experts that advises the Centers for Disease Control on vaccine use. Dr. Jon LaPook spoke to Dr. Tom Frieden, who led the CDC from 2009 to 2017.
HHS budget proposal eliminates CDC centers in favor of new "MAHA" agency
The proposed budget for the Department of Health and Human Services slashes CDC and NIH funding in favor of the new Administration for a Healthy America.
Impact of removing CDC advisory members
For decades, the CDC has enlisted a team to review vaccine safety and effectiveness, as well as recommend who should receive them. On Monday, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. let go of all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, alleging conflicts of interest among committee members in an opinion piece for the Wall Street Journal. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains the potential impact.
RFK Jr. guts vaccine advisory committee
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. removed all 17 members of a committee that advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on vaccines. He wrote about the decision in an opinion piece for the Wall Street Journal. CBS News' Naomi Ruchim has more.
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Trump dismisses threats from Iran's security chief: "I couldn't care less"
In an interview with CBS News, President Trump dismissed threats from Iran's security chief, who wrote that Mr. Trump must "pay the price" for the strikes on Iran.
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Trump vows to hit Iran "very hard," says he has no war timetable: "Whatever it takes"
President Trump warned Iran that it would be "hit very hard," after calling for the country's "unconditional surrender."
Trump says he believes bombing of Iranian girls' school was "done by Iran"
President Trump on Saturday told reporters, without citing evidence, that he believes a deadly strike on a girls' primary school in southern Iran last weekend was "done by Iran."
Trump salutes as 6 soldiers killed in Iran are transferred back to the U.S.
All six service members died during an unmanned aircraft system attack in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait.
At least 6 dead after tornado rips through Michigan and storms hit central U.S.
Severe storms were sweeping across the central U.S., and forecasters warned tornadoes could turn dangerous across several states.
Jan. 6 plaque honoring police officers displayed at the Capitol after delay
Workers installed a plaque honoring police officers in the early morning hours, three years after it was required by law to be erected.
Judge voids Kari Lake's actions as acting CEO of U.S. media agency
A federal judge ruled Saturday that Kari Lake did not have legal authority to take the actions she's done to largely dismantle the Voice of America.
Suspicious devices ignited during protests near Mamdani's residence, NYPD says
New York City police said suspicious devices were ignited Saturday during clashing protests outside Gracie Mansion, the official residence of Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Manhattan's Upper East Side.
No injuries after explosion reported near U.S. Embassy in Norway, local police say
Norwegian police reported on Sunday an explosion near the U.S. Embassy in the capital Oslo, but said there were no casualties.
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Judge voids Kari Lake's actions as acting CEO of U.S. media agency
A federal judge ruled Saturday that Kari Lake did not have legal authority to take the actions she's done to largely dismantle the Voice of America.
Sketch of woman found in a swamp reveals twisted case of death and deception
Mindi Kassotis' friends and family were told the wife of a decorated former Navy JAG officer had died unexpectedly in a hospital. Imagine their surprise months later when the remains of a woman, found dismembered in a swamp near Savannah, Georgia, were identified as Mindi's.
No injuries after explosion reported near U.S. Embassy in Norway, local police say
Norwegian police reported on Sunday an explosion near the U.S. Embassy in the capital Oslo, but said there were no casualties.
Baby sleepsuit sold at Walmart recalled over potential choking hazard
The zipper head on the recalled HALO Magic Sleepsuits poses a danger to babies, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Trump salutes as 6 soldiers killed in Iran are transferred back to the U.S.
All six service members died during an unmanned aircraft system attack in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait.
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Venezuela's new gold rush moves at "Trump speed," but ignores a $25 million question
Venezuela's new administration is cutting deals, but there's a big reward available for a key figure.
House hunting? Here's what to know as the spring buying season arrives.
Although home prices remain elevated, conditions are shaping up to be more favorable for buyers this year, experts said.
United CEO said U.S. airfares could rise as Iran war drives up oil prices
Jet fuel costs have shot up more than 50% since the U.S.-Israel attack on Iran sparked a jump in global prices.
These 10 jobs are most exposed to AI, Anthropic finds
The maker of the Claude chatbot says its research could help identify economic disruptions by measuring how AI is currently reshaping work.
Stocks sink as oil prices sizzle and U.S. hiring fizzles
Stocks fell after new government data showed U.S. employers shed 92,000 jobs in February and as investors fret over oil prices.
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Judge voids Kari Lake's actions as acting CEO of U.S. media agency
A federal judge ruled Saturday that Kari Lake did not have legal authority to take the actions she's done to largely dismantle the Voice of America.
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Trump dismisses threats from Iran's security chief: "I couldn't care less"
In a phone interview with CBS News, President Trump dismissed threats from Iran's top national-security official, who posted on social media that Mr. Trump must "pay the price" for the strikes on Iran.
Trump says he believes bombing of Iranian girls' school was "done by Iran"
President Trump on Saturday told reporters, without citing evidence, that he believes a deadly strike on a girls' primary school in southern Iran last weekend was "done by Iran."
Jan. 6 plaque honoring police officers displayed at the Capitol after delay
Workers installed a plaque honoring police officers in the early morning hours, three years after it was required by law to be erected.
Trump meets with Latin American leaders in Miami amid war on Iran
The White House called the gathering of Latin American leaders the "Shield of the Americas" summit.
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Baby sleepsuit sold at Walmart recalled over potential choking hazard
The zipper head on the recalled HALO Magic Sleepsuits poses a danger to babies, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
A Pilates teacher thought she had the flu. Doctors found aggressive cancer
Debi Weiss thought her fatigue and weakness was a seasonal illness, but her condition quickly worsened.
Trump administration's embattled FDA vaccine chief is leaving — again
In July, Prasad was briefly forced from his job, but was reinstated less than two weeks later.
RFK Jr. challenges Dunkin' and Starbucks over sugary drinks
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Some baby formula brands contain heavy metals, Consumer Reports says
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
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Trump dismisses threats from Iran's security chief: "I couldn't care less"
In a phone interview with CBS News, President Trump dismissed threats from Iran's top national-security official, who posted on social media that Mr. Trump must "pay the price" for the strikes on Iran.
No injuries after explosion reported near U.S. Embassy in Norway, local police say
Norwegian police reported on Sunday an explosion near the U.S. Embassy in the capital Oslo, but said there were no casualties.
Trump says he believes bombing of Iranian girls' school was "done by Iran"
President Trump on Saturday told reporters, without citing evidence, that he believes a deadly strike on a girls' primary school in southern Iran last weekend was "done by Iran."
Trump salutes as 6 soldiers killed in Iran are transferred back to the U.S.
All six service members died during an unmanned aircraft system attack in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait.
American Oksana Masters wins 20th Paralympic medal
Oksana Masters has competed at every Paralympics since 2012 and is the most decorated American Winter Paralympian.
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Book excerpt: "Apple: The First 50 Years" by David Pogue
The "CBS Sunday Morning" correspondent's latest book examines how, in its first half-century, the company founded by Steve Wozniak and Steve Jobs remade the culture – and then, incredibly, remade itself.
Paul McCartney's overlooked work
"CBS Saturday Morning" sits down with Morgan Neville, the director of "Man on the Run," a documentary about the life of Paul McCartney after the Beatles broke up.
Cory Wong performs "Roses Fade"
Grammy-nominated artist Cory Wong is known for his funky sounds and genre-defying collaborations. His latest album, "Lost in the Wonder," featuring star-studded performances, is out now. Here's Cory Wong performing "Roses Fade" with Devon Gilfillian.
Cory Wong performs "All Night, Alright"
Grammy-nominated artist Cory Wong is known for his funky sounds and genre-defying collaborations. His latest album, "Lost in the Wonder," featuring star-studded performances, is out now. Here's Cory Wong performing "All Night, Alright" with Taylor Hanson.
Cory Wong performs "Blame It On the Moon"
Grammy-nominated artist Cory Wong is known for his funky sounds and genre-defying collaborations. His latest album, "Lost in the Wonder," featuring star-studded performances, is out now. Here's Cory Wong performing "Blame It On the Moon" with Devon Gilfillian.
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Book excerpt: "Apple: The First 50 Years" by David Pogue
The "CBS Sunday Morning" correspondent's latest book examines how, in its first half-century, the company founded by Steve Wozniak and Steve Jobs remade the culture – and then, incredibly, remade itself.
Study: AI overuse can lead to "brain fry"
Artificial intelligence promised to lighten the workload while increasing productivity. But as more people are using AI for work, a new study published in Harvard Business Review finds AI overuse could cause "brain fry." CBS News correspondent Lana Zak spoke with the study's lead author to unpack the findings.
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.
Affordable ways to protect your aging parents
The most recent government data shows nearly 28% of Americans live alone. The number has risen for decades, especially for older generations. Ash-har Quraishi shows simple tools that can provide extra security and protection for your aging loved ones.
Anthropic CEO apologizes for leaked memo
The CEO of Anthropic is apologizing for a leaked internal memo amid a feud with the Pentagon over its AI model. The memo criticized the Trump administration and OpenAI. It comes after the Defense Department declared Anthropic a supply chain risk or a possible security risk.
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Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
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Sketch of woman found in a swamp reveals twisted case of death and deception
Mindi Kassotis' friends and family were told the wife of a decorated former Navy JAG officer had died unexpectedly in a hospital. Imagine their surprise months later when the remains of a woman, found dismembered in a swamp near Savannah, Georgia, were identified as Mindi's.
Bombing at nightclub in Peru injures 33, including minors, authorities say
At least five people are in serious condition, an official said. Three minors - a 16-year-old and two 17-year-olds - are among the wounded.
U.K. killer Ian Huntley dies after prison attack
Ian Huntley, 52, had been on life support after being hit repeatedly over the head with a metal bar in a U.K. prison on Feb. 26.
Latest on Utah triple murder suspect
A manhunt for a triple murder suspect in Utah ended Thursday when Ivan Miller, 22, was arrested in Colorado. Here's what to know about the investigation.
Austin gunman assaulted woman at Tesla facility in December, lawsuit alleges
The gunman who carried out the mass shooting last weekend in Austin, Texas, assaulted a woman three months earlier at a Tesla facility, according to a lawsuit filed Thursday in Texas.
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Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Safety concerns over NASA's Artemis program
NASA's Artemis II mission continues to face concerns and delays. Scott E. Parazynski, a former astronaut, joins CBS News with more.
NASA rolls Artemis II back for repairs
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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The Woman Who Died Twice
A woman's body is found in a swamp, murdered. Impossible, say friends, who learned she'd died in a hospital five months earlier. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports.
Freedom Plane celebrates 250 years of U.S.
The American Freedom Train steamed across the country to mark the nation's bicentennial 50 years ago. Natalie Brand reports that this year, marking the 250th anniversary, the train is now a plane.
Plaque honoring Jan. 6 law enforcement goes up
A plaque honoring police and law enforcement who defended the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, has been installed after years of delays.
Inside China, a major importer of Iranian oil
China buys nearly all of Iran's sanctioned oil, and due to the U.S. and Israeli-led conflict there, the supply line has been severely disrupted. Anna Coren has more from Beijing.
Deadly storms rip through U.S. South, Midwest
Massive cleanup efforts are underway after a series of deadly storms ripped through the South and Midwest, killing at least six people. Omar Villafranca reports from hard-hit Beggs, Oklahoma.