These "bee bus stops" are looking to save pollinators
Bus stop coverings are getting replaced with "living roofs" made with native plants to help provide food for dying species and help people stay cool amid rising temperatures.
Urban Heat Island
U.S. cities are "heat islands." Experts say it's going to get worse.
The urban heat island effect can make the country's most populated cities 20 degrees Fahrenheit warmer than nearby areas. Climate change will only make it more suffocating.
Barbie's Malibu Dreamhouse needs a redesign in a warming world
"She's a Barbie Girl, in a warming world."
Underground climate change is Chicago's "silent hazard"
"You don't need to live in Venice to live in a city that is sinking," researchers said.
Labor Day heat wave to scorch California with triple-digit temps
The late-summer heat wave comes as 50 million people across U.S. sweat under extreme heat advisories and warnings.
Trump says he will order DOJ to probe Epstein's ties to Democrats, banks
President Trump accused Democrats of using what he calls the "Epstein hoax" to defect blame for the government shutdown.
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Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene told "CBS Mornings" that President Trump's opposition to releasing files from the federal investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is a "huge miscalculation."
Calif. wildfire forces evacuations as storm threatens mudslides in south
A Pacific storm could help California crews battle the dangerous Pack Fire in Mono County, but it could also wreak havoc on fire-charred communities further south.
Prosecutor chosen to replace Fani Willis Georgia's Trump election case
A new prosecutor has been selected to take over Georgia's election interference case against President Trump and others.
Iranian forces reportedly seize tanker in key Middle East shipping lane
Iran's Revolutionary Guard forces have reportedly seized an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz in the first such interdiction in months.
Walmart says longtime CEO Doug McMillon will retire in January
Walmart said Doug McMillon will be replaced on Feb. 1, 2026, by John Furner, head of Walmart's U.S. operations.
Russian military spy ship tracked by U.S. Coast Guard off Hawaii coast
An HC-130 Hercules helicopter and a Coast Guard cutter were dispatched to monitor the ship, officials said.
Man who rushed Ariana Grande at "Wicked: For Good" premiere is charged
Australian man Johnson Wen was charged with "being a public nuisance" after rushing Ariana Grande, according to court documents.
Death in N.J. believed to be 1st linked to meat allergy spread by ticks
A New Jersey man is the first person believed to have died from alpha-gal syndrome, a meat allergy triggered by a tick bite, researchers say.
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Greene says Trump's stance on Epstein files is "huge miscalculation"
Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene told "CBS Mornings" that President Trump's opposition to releasing files from the federal investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is a "huge miscalculation."
Trump says he will order DOJ to probe Epstein's ties to Democrats, banks
President Trump accused Democrats of using what he calls the "Epstein hoax" to defect blame for the government shutdown.
Stocks extend slide amid investor concerns about AI and interest rates
U.S. financial markets opened lower, sputtering for a second straight day as investors question the health of AI stocks.
Russian military spy ship tracked by U.S. Coast Guard off Hawaii coast
An HC-130 Hercules helicopter and a Coast Guard cutter were dispatched to monitor the ship, officials said.
Walmart says longtime CEO Doug McMillon will retire in January
Walmart said Doug McMillon will be replaced on Feb. 1, 2026, by John Furner, head of Walmart's U.S. operations.
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Some Cheetos and Doritos won't have their bright color anymore
New versions of Cheetos and Doritos, without artificial flavors or dyes, will be sold in December.
Stocks extend slide amid investor concerns about AI and interest rates
U.S. financial markets opened lower, sputtering for a second straight day as investors question the health of AI stocks.
Walmart says longtime CEO Doug McMillon will retire in January
Walmart said Doug McMillon will be replaced on Feb. 1, 2026, by John Furner, head of Walmart's U.S. operations.
Stock futures slide as investors fret over AI and interest rates
Stocks look set to extend their slide Friday amid investor jitters about the tech sector and the path of monetary policy.
Food insecurity around the U.S. has risen this year, survey finds
Roughly 14% of U.S. households reported being food insecure between January and October, up from 12.5% in 2024, Purdue University researchers found.
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Greene says Trump's stance on Epstein files is "huge miscalculation"
Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene told "CBS Mornings" that President Trump's opposition to releasing files from the federal investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is a "huge miscalculation."
Trump says he will order DOJ to probe Epstein's ties to Democrats, banks
President Trump accused Democrats of using what he calls the "Epstein hoax" to defect blame for the government shutdown.
Prosecutor chosen to replace Fani Willis Georgia's Trump election case
A new prosecutor has been selected to take over Georgia's election interference case against President Trump and others.
Manhattan prosecutor's office recuses itself from Maurene Comey's lawsuit over firing
A U.S. attorney's office in Albany will defend the Trump administration in a lawsuit brought by fired prosecutor Maurene Comey, after her former office in Manhattan recused itself from the case.
Grijalva assumes role in Congress after 7-week delay: "It's really an injustice"
Democratic Rep. Adelita Grijalva of Arizona waited 50 days before she was officially sworn in as the newest member of Congress — and she told CBS News "the emotions run the gamut of frustration, anger, happiness, sadness."
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Some Cheetos and Doritos won't have their bright color anymore
New versions of Cheetos and Doritos, without artificial flavors or dyes, will be sold in December.
FDA's plan to boost cheaper copycat drugs could stall at patent office
The FDA's push for lower-cost medicines looks good on paper, but the patent office under President Trump may be going in the opposite direction.
Death in N.J. believed to be 1st linked to meat allergy spread by ticks
A New Jersey man is the first person believed to have died from alpha-gal syndrome, a meat allergy triggered by a tick bite, researchers say.
ByHeart sued by families of infant girls sickened by infantile botulism
One child was rushed to the hospital via air ambulance, her parents said.
New FDA-approved eye drop aims to help adults with age-related vision issues
The once-daily, prescription eye drop is said to help combat presbyopia.
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Russian military spy ship tracked by U.S. Coast Guard off Hawaii coast
An HC-130 Hercules helicopter and a Coast Guard cutter were dispatched to monitor the ship, officials said.
Man who rushed Ariana Grande at "Wicked: For Good" premiere is charged
Australian man Johnson Wen was charged with "being a public nuisance" after rushing Ariana Grande, according to court documents.
Eggs thrown at Ex-Spanish soccer boss who kissed player
Luis Rubiales, former head of Spain's soccer federation, was pelted by eggs while presenting his memoir. His own uncle threw them.
Iranian forces reportedly seize tanker in key Middle East shipping lane
Iran's Revolutionary Guard forces have reportedly seized an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz in the first such interdiction in months.
Suspected food poisoning kills mom, 2 kids at popular tourist site
Two children and their mother have died after eating street food at a popular Istanbul tourist site, Turkish officials said.
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Alanis Morissette on vulnerability, healing
Alanis Morissette was 21 in 1996 when she won four Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year, for "Jagged Little Pill." Thirty years later, Morissette brought a new vulnerability to the stage during her recent residency in Las Vegas. CBS News' Vlad Duthiers has more.
Lee Pace on "The Running Man" assassin role
Lee Pace is starring in the new thriller, "The Running Man," which is based on a Stephen King novel. It takes place in a society in the near future where contestants participate in a reality game show and are hunted by professional assassins. Pace speaks to "CBS Mornings" about playing Evan McCone, the masked chief hunter in the group of assassins, and what inspires his love for acting.
Man who rushed Ariana Grande at "Wicked: For Good" premiere is charged
Australian man Johnson Wen was charged with "being a public nuisance" after rushing Ariana Grande, according to court documents.
Glen Powell on "The Running Man" role
Glen Powell joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his role in the new Paramount Pictures thriller "The Running Man," which is based on a Stephen King novel. He talks about the physical demands and how King had to approve him for the role.
Stars of "Eternity" discuss romantic comedy
The new romantic comedy "Eternity" stars Da'Vine Joy Randolph and Miles Teller. Teller plays Larry, who dies unexpectedly and learns about a big decision from his afterlife coordinator, played by Randolph. The two talk about working together, the personal relationships that inspired them for this film and what they want the audience to take away.
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AI used in Chinese cyberattack
The AI firm Anthropic says Chinese hackers used its artificial intelligence tools to spy on tech companies, financial institutions and government agencies in what it believes is the first documented case of a worldwide cyberattack with minimal human involvement. CBS News contributor Chris Krebs, the former head of the federal government's cybersecurity agency, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss what this could mean for the future and how to prevent it.
Anthropic says Chinese hackers used its AI chatbot in cyberattacks
State-sponsored cybercriminals used Anthropic's tech to target tech companies, financial institutions and other organizations, AI company alleges.
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.
People can't tell AI-generated music from real thing anymore, survey shows
It's become nearly impossible for people to tell the difference between music generated by artificial intelligence and that created by humans, according to a survey of 9,000 people.
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Google sues China-based hackers over massive text-phishing scams
Google said the fake messages are part of a massive criminal network called "Lighthouse" that has stolen information through phishing and smishing scams.
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Scientists discover new "lucifer" bee with devil-like horns
Kit Prendergast discovered the bee while surveying a critically endangered wildflower and was drawn to the insect's unique appearance.
Promising clinical trials for Alzheimer's
Recent studies have shown new antibody drugs to slow cognitive decline among people with early-onset Alzheimer's – a critical finding, given that the disease as of now has no cure. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook visits Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, which is conducting important research into treating the disease before symptoms arise. The clinical trials involve the 1 to 2 percent of people with Alzheimer's who are genetically predisposed to developing dementia. He also talks with philanthropist Bill Gates, who has already donated $300 million to support Alzheimer's research.
Embryo testing that predicts height, IQ
Herasight is a genetic screening company that charges $50,000 to allow hopeful parents to analyze embryos for genetic information like lifespan, height and IQ in life.
James Watson, co-discoverer of the shape of DNA, dies at 97
James D. Watson, who helped discover the structure of DNA, has died at 97 years old.
Hundreds of dolphins found dead in lake were in water hotter than jacuzzi
"You couldn't put your finger in the water," said the lead author of the study, which spotlights the impacts of planetary warming on aquatic ecosystems.
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More on White House's response on Epstein
President Trump avoided questions on the latest batch of Jeffrey Epstein files released by House Oversight Democrats. This comes as Republicans grapple with calls for the release of all the files related to Epstein. CBS News' Robert Costa and Nancy Cordes report.
Florida executes ex-Marine who abducted, raped and killed 6-year-old girl in 1979
A man convicted of killing a 6-year-old girl who was abducted from her bedroom has been executed in Florida, which was the record 16th death sentence carried out under Gov. Ron DeSantis.
What we learned from new Epstein emails
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee earlier this week released a tranche of emails from convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Barry Levine, a journalist who has covered Epstein for years, joins "The Takeout" to break down what stood out.
Epstein survivor Annie Farmer on files release
The House is expected to vote next week on releasing files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Survivor Annie Farmer joins "The Takeout" to discuss her push for disclosure.
Emmanuel Clase arrested at JFK, pleads not guilty in pitch rigging case
Clase and his teammate, Luis Ortiz, are both accused of being involved in a "scheme to rig bets on pitches."
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Blue Origin's New Glenn launches twin Mars probes
Blue Origin, owned by Jeff Bezos, plans to challenge SpaceX with the powerful, partially reusable New Glenn rocket.
Remote telescope farm helps far away stargazers beat light pollution
Customers send their telescopes to Starfront Observatories, where amateur stargazers can view the night sky unencumbered by artificial light.
Severe geomagnetic storm could bring northern lights to much of U.S.
A severe geomagnetic storm could cause widespread disruption to infrastructure technology and make northern lights visible for much of the northern half of the U.S.
Building the next space station
Astronauts opened the hatch to the International Space Station for the first time 25 years ago. The station will be retired at the end of the decade and there's a new type of space race on to replace it. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.
Trump re-nominates billionaire Jared Isaacman to run NASA
President Donald Trump is nominating Jared Isaacman to serve as his NASA administrator after all.
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The CBS News family is mourning the loss of producer and video editor Seth Fox. He leaves behind a wife and three children. He was 49.
Marjorie Taylor Greene on Epstein files
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the push to release the Epstein files. She was one of four Republicans that joined Democrats to secure a House vote on releasing all of the files and said "the government will not protect the predators." She added she believes President Trump "did nothing wrong." The president, who is mentioned in recently released emails between Epstein and others, has denied any wrongdoing.
Extended interview: Annie Lennox
Anthony Mason talks with Annie Lennox about her long-awaited visual memoir, "Annie Lennox: Retrospective," which is out now. She recounts the most thrilling moments from her legendary career, and some of the tender ones from life off stage.
Seal escapes orcas by jumping on boat
A photographer captured video of a seal escaping a pod of orcas by jumping onto her boat. Charvet Drucker said she noticed a hunt was happening when she got closer to the killer whales. She added the seal "made a beeline" for her boat.
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