"Cocaine sharks": Predators off Brazil coast test positive for drug
Thirteen sharks tested for cocaine and benzoylecgonine were found to have the illicit drug in their muscles and livers.
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Thirteen sharks tested for cocaine and benzoylecgonine were found to have the illicit drug in their muscles and livers.
They're elusive, they push their jaws out of their mouths and they have beards of fleshy tassels – and they're all hiding in the depths of the sea.
"That's how we get apex predators," one expert at the Long Island Aquarium told CBS News. "The strongest will survive."
Baby sand tiger sharks fight to the death before they're even born. Here's what to know about intrauterine cannibalism.
Heading to the beach this summer? Check out the beach flag color before going into the waves to help keep safe.
The incident comes after three people – a woman and two teenage girls – were hurt in two separate shark attacks in Florida's Gulf Coast earlier this month
A series of shark attacks has some swimmers second-guessing if they want to hit the beach. Chris Fischer, founder and expedition leader of nonprofit OCEARCH, joins CBS News to explore why these attacks are happening.
Pro surfer Tamayo Perry was killed in a shark attack Sunday off the Hawaiian island of Oahu, authorities said. Perry, who was also a lifeguard and occasional actor, was 49. Tom Griffiths, president and founder of the Aquatic Safety Research Group, joined CBS News to discuss Perry's death and how to stay safe in the water.
Tamayo Perry, a beloved surfer who appeared in films like "Pirates of the Caribbean," died Sunday after an apparent shark attack.
Two teenagers and a woman were attacked by sharks Friday in separate incidents just a few miles apart along the Florida Panhandle. On the same day, a shark seriously injured a woman off the coast of the Hawaiian island of Oahu. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has more.
A woman and two teenage girls were hurt in two separate shark attacks Friday.
"What the hell is that?": Australian scientists were tagging marine life when they came across a tiger shark who displayed a little game of show-and-tell that left them shocked.
Researchers were tagging marine when the tiger shark they caught vomited a dead echidna — a spiny creature similar to a hedgehog.
Trump blames Iran for oil tanker attacks; Middle school teacher takes in student battling kidney disease.
Despite how terrifying sharks might seem, the creatures are critical to the survival of the world's oceans. Oceans generate 50% of the oxygen on the planet and absorb 90% of excess heat created by global warming. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy spoke with conservationists in the Bahamas.
A global shark census found in 2018 that the population of five main reef shark species, which are key to balancing the ecosystem of coral reefs, had declined 63%. Ben Tracy takes a look at a group working to protect these necessary predators.
CBS News climate producer Chris Spinder got into the water as sharks circled below. In this producer's notebook, he shares what he learned after a minor, but bloody, injury.
More than 100 nations, including the United States, have agreed to protect 30% of the world's oceans by 2030.
Despite not living with a male companion in her tank for eight years, Charlotte the stingray ended up pregnant. But how?
A longtime wildlife photographer has "seen some sharks doing some really wild things" – but nothing prepared him for capturing what's believed to be the first images of a live newborn great white shark.
The boy was bitten while participating in an expedition in a shark tank at a local resort, officials said.
A 10-year-old boy from Maryland was airlifted back to the U.S. Thursday after he was bitten on the leg by a shark at a resort in the Bahamas earlier this week.
Breton, a more than 13-foot-long great white shark, previously went viral for seemingly traveling along a path that resembles the outline of a shark.
A local man surfing off Maui's north shore has died after injuries sustained in an encounter with a shark, authorities say.
The 39-year-old man encountered the shark in Maui's Paia Bay Saturday morning and was rushed to shore by Ocean Safety officers.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said in her opening statement before the House Oversight Committee that she had no knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes.
At least one U.S. citizen was also among the six who were wounded and arrested by Cuban authorities, a U.S. official said.
At least 10 FBI employees were fired Wednesday, after FBI Director Kash Patel alleged former special counsel Jack Smith had subpoenaed his phone records.
Trump says he won't let Iran to build a nuclear weapon, and Iran says it doesn't intend to, but as talks resume, experts see war as more likely than a deal.
The Pentagon's top technology official told CBS News the military has offered compromises to Anthropic in order to reach a deal with the AI giant, amid a feud over whether its technology will be restricted.
The investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie is still running at full speed, a law enforcement source familiar with the investigation told CBS News.
Michael Ortega Casanova is one of four people who were killed after people aboard a U.S.-registered speedboat allegedly opened fire on Cuba's border patrol.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave Anthropic until Friday at 5 p.m. to grant the military unresticted use of its AI technology.
Streaming giant declines to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery
A photo released last month as part of the Epstein files that showed Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Epstein's island has been removed from the DOJ's website.
Streaming giant Netflix declines to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The 20-year-old plaintiff alleges that using YouTube and Instagram from a young age intensified her depression and led to suicidal thoughts.
FedEx said it will reimburse customers if the Trump administration provides refunds following a Supreme Court ruling that struck down emergency tariffs.
At least one U.S. citizen was also among the six who were wounded and arrested by Cuban authorities, a U.S. official said.
Streaming giant Netflix declines to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The 20-year-old plaintiff alleges that using YouTube and Instagram from a young age intensified her depression and led to suicidal thoughts.
FedEx said it will reimburse customers if the Trump administration provides refunds following a Supreme Court ruling that struck down emergency tariffs.
On Tuesday, the FDA upgraded the recall to Class I, a situation in which a product can cause "serious adverse health consequences or death."
Struggling pizza chain Papa John's said it will close 200 restaurants this year and another 100 by the end of 2027.
A photo released last month as part of the Epstein files that showed Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Epstein's island has been removed from the DOJ's website.
At least 10 FBI employees were fired Wednesday, after FBI Director Kash Patel alleged former special counsel Jack Smith had subpoenaed his phone records.
The Pentagon's top technology official told CBS News the military has offered compromises to Anthropic in order to reach a deal with the AI giant, amid a feud over whether its technology will be restricted.
At least one U.S. citizen was also among the six who were wounded and arrested by Cuban authorities, a U.S. official said.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani traveled to Washington, D.C., Thursday to meet with President Trump.
Chaz and Jean Franklin were facing a sevenfold increase in their health premium payments with the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans. Then Jean received a crushing diagnosis.
A British gym chain is offering classes in "kidulting," luring adults into fitness with classes built around playground and PE class classics.
Starting in 2027, the Danish pharma firm will sell its weight-loss and diabetes drugs for $675 per month.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has criticized the broadening use of anxiety medications, but doctors and researchers say the MAHA movement is misrepresenting drugs that have been proven to help.
After decades of American children routinely receiving polio vaccines, the virus that had doomed many to paralysis was nearly eliminated in the United States. But vaccine avoidance today may allow the crippling disease to return.
At least one U.S. citizen was also among the six who were wounded and arrested by Cuban authorities, a U.S. official said.
A Hong Kong appellate court on Thursday quashed onetime media magnate Jimmy Lai's fraud convictions linked to lease violations, in a rare victory in the prominent activist's legal battles.
The founder of a Kenyan recruitment agency stands accused of deceiving and then trafficking young Kenyans to fight in Russia's war on Ukraine.
As U.S. and Ukrainian officials meet to talk peace, Russia launches drones and missiles and makes it clear there's no rush in Moscow for a ceasefire.
Michael Ortega Casanova is one of four people who were killed after people aboard a U.S.-registered speedboat allegedly opened fire on Cuba's border patrol.
Streaming giant Netflix declines to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
A second season of "Heated Rivalry" is underway and filming will begin this summer, says show creator and director Jacob Tierney.
Toccara Jones, who competed in the "America's Next Top Model" reality show, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with her take on the new Netflix documentary exploring the competition show created by Tyra Banks.
Jacob Tierney, the creator, writer, director and executive producer of "Heated Rivalry," and Brendan Brady, who is also an executive producer on the show, speak to "CBS Mornings" about the success, why it resonates with a diverse group of people and what to expect from its second season.
In the premiere of "Survivor 50," contestant Jenna Lewis-Dougherty was voted out at the first trial council. But in a surprise, castaway Kyle Fraser was also eliminated after hurting his achilles tendon during the immunity challenge. Lewis-Dougherty and Fraser speak to "CBS Mornings" about their experience on the show and how they've been changed by the game.
Jurors heard from the 20-year-old woman at the center of a landmark social media addiction trial on Thursday. Dara Kerr, tech reporter for The Guardian, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
The Pentagon has sent AI startup Anthropic a letter with the government's best and final offer to use their technology, CBS News exclusively reported on Thursday. CBS News senior White House reporter Jennifer Jacobs has more.
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.
Instagram announced a new safety tool for parents during the landmark trial on social media addiction. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports and Emma Lembke, founder of the LOG OFF movement, joins CBS News to discuss.
The 20-year-old plaintiff alleges that using YouTube and Instagram from a young age intensified her depression and led to suicidal thoughts.
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
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.
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.
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.
Authorities are preparing to return Nancy Guthrie's home to her family after sealing it off as a crime scene, a law enforcement search says. The search for the 84-year-old is entering its fourth week. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
The investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie is still running at full speed, a law enforcement source familiar with the investigation told CBS News.
Cody Roberts agreed to a plea deal that would spare him from going to trial and possibly prison on charges of animal abuse.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton shared her opening remarks for her closed-door deposition before members of the House Oversight Committee on her knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's dealings. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Ryan Schwank, who testified against ICE training practices under the Trump administration, joins CBS News with his lawyer, David Kligerman, to discuss what he alleges is a "deficient, defective, and broken" training program.
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.
Fixing the Space Launch System rocket's helium pressurization problem has pushed the Artemis II launch to at least April 1.
NASA astronaut Mike Fincke said he was the crew member whose medical issue required a group of space station fliers to return to Earth earlier than planned last month.
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
The space agency said Sunday it's targeting Tuesday for the slow, four-mile trek across Kennedy Space Center, weather permitting.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
A 7-year-old boy was heartbroken after he lost his entire binder of Pokémon cards at the Denver airport. After his dad posted about it online, a United Airlines worker spotted it and spread the word. Tony Dokoupil has the story.
With less than 24 hours left, Anthropic and the Pentagon are locked in a standoff over access to the company's powerful artificial intelligence. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Despite progress toward a potential nuclear deal between the U.S. and Iran, both countries and the region are also preparing for failure -- and potential war. Charlie D'Agata has details.
Nearly four weeks into the investigation of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, the main crime scene is being turned back over to the family. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
The prosecution wrapped its case against Colin Gray, the father of a teen accused in a 2024 school shooting in Georgia. Skyler Henry has the latest.