Hurricane Beryl leaves "Armageddon-like" destruction in Grenada
The rampant destruction comes as experts warn "it only takes one landfalling hurricane to set back decades of development" on island nations.
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2023 set to be hottest year on record
2023 is on track to be the warmest year on record, according to the World Meteorological Organization. CBS News correspondent Dave Malkoff explores what 2024 could bring.
Extreme weather is terrorizing the world. It's only just begun.
Phoenix has seen temperatures at 110 degrees or above every single day this month as Italy prepares for "the most intense [heat wave] of all time" – and it's just the start of new "uncharted territory."
Global heat expected to hit historic records in coming years
"Nobody is going to be untouched by these changes that are happening," an expert from the U.K. Met Office warned.
Fiona, Ian being retired as hurricane names after deadly storms
In the future, Ian's former spot will be replaced with Idris and Fiona will be replaced with Farrah, WMO announced.
Fed lower rates by 0.5 percentage points, its first cut since 2020
The Fed's decision will lower borrowing costs from a 23-year high as the central bank pivots to shoring up economic growth.
More deadly blasts reported in Lebanon day after Hezbollah pagers explode
Lebanese officials say more handheld devices exploded a day after thousands of pagers carried by Hezbollah members blew up in an attack blamed on Israel.
Sean "Diddy" Combs appealing bail denial in federal sex trafficking case
Sean "Diddy" Combs was denied bail after pleading not guilty to sex trafficking and other federal charges in New York.
Justice Department sues owner of ship that rammed into Baltimore bridge
The Justice Department filed a lawsuit against the owner and operator of the container ship that rammed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in March, seeking $100 million in damages.
Bogus Harris hit-and-run story created by Russian troll farm: Microsoft
The fabricated story was created by the Kremlin-aligned Storm-1516, one of several disinformation efforts targeting the Harris-Walz campaign, a new report says.
Cancer deaths decline 33% in 30 years, but alcohol is still major problem
The latest Cancer Progress Report from the American Association for Cancer Research also found a 24% decline in the overall cancer death rate for children and adolescents.
House to vote on GOP plan to fund government as shutdown deadline looms
The House is voting Wednesday on a government funding measure with less than two weeks before a possible government shutdown.
Vermont town official, his wife and her teen son killed in their home
Vermont State Police identified the victims as Brian Crossman, 46, Erica Crossman, 41, and her 13-year-old son, Colin Taft.
U.S. passports can now be renewed online, State Department says
The online system bypasses the traditional method that required printing out a form and mailing a check.
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Fed lower rates by 0.50 percentage points, its first cut since 2020
The Fed's decision will lower borrowing costs from a 23-year high as the central bank pivots to shoring up economic growth.
NASA's "Hidden Figures" to be honored in Congressional Gold Medal ceremony
NASA's "Hidden Figures," whose work helped put men on the moon, are set to be honored Wednesday in a Congressional Gold Medal ceremony.
Kentucky governor bans use of "conversion therapy" on minors
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear issued an executive order to ban "conversion therapy," a discredited practice that attempts to change a person's sexual orientation or gender identity.
Sean "Diddy" Combs appealing bail denial in federal sex trafficking case
Sean "Diddy" Combs was denied bail after pleading not guilty to sex trafficking and other federal charges in New York.
This blind teen hopes his singing will bring joy to others
In April, Sawyer McCarthy sang the national anthem at a Columbia Fireflies game, reaching millions of viewers — not only in America but around the world.
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Fed lower rates by 0.50 percentage points, its first cut since 2020
The Fed's decision will lower borrowing costs from a 23-year high as the central bank pivots to shoring up economic growth.
Trump and Harris' views on inflation — their records and what they've said
Inflation is a top issue for voters heading into 2024 presidential election. Here's what we know about Harris and Trump's views on combating high prices for Americans.
GM offers Tesla Supercharger adapters to electric vehicle owners for $225 a pop
Detroit automaker's U.S. customers will be able to buy GM-approved NACS DC adapter through vehicle brand's mobile apps.
This airport was ranked the most satisfying in the U.S.
If travel is about the journey as much as the destination, fly through this airport for a more satisfying trip.
Some young adults are embracing creative paths to home ownership
As the cost of homeownership increases, more young adults are turning to co-buying homes with friends or moving into multi-generational households.
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NASA's "Hidden Figures" to be honored in Congressional Gold Medal ceremony
NASA's "Hidden Figures," whose work helped put men on the moon, are set to be honored Wednesday in a Congressional Gold Medal ceremony.
Trump and Harris' views on inflation — their records and what they've said
Inflation is a top issue for voters heading into 2024 presidential election. Here's what we know about Harris and Trump's views on combating high prices for Americans.
Bogus Harris hit-and-run story created by Russian troll farm: Microsoft
The fabricated story was created by the Kremlin-aligned Storm-1516, one of several disinformation efforts targeting the Harris-Walz campaign, a new report says.
U.S. passports can now be renewed online, State Department says
The online system bypasses the traditional method that required printing out a form and mailing a check.
House to vote on GOP plan to fund government as shutdown deadline looms
The House is voting Wednesday on a government funding measure with less than two weeks before a possible government shutdown.
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Cancer deaths have declined 33% in 30 years, but alcohol is still a major problem
The latest Cancer Progress Report from the American Association for Cancer Research also found a 24% decline in the overall cancer death rate for children and adolescents.
Black women at higher risk of death from all types of breast cancer, study finds
In a new study, researchers found Black women are at higher risk of dying from all tumor subtypes of breast cancer, with the disparity ranging from 17% to 50%.
FDA approves Apple Watch sleep apnea detection tool
The function is not a diagnostic tool, but can tell watch-wearers if they are exhibiting signs of sleep apnea.
Will 988 call the police? Data suggests 1% of mental health crisis calls get "involuntary" rescues
The new white paper is the most comprehensive look at 988's data to date.
Rural North Carolina county set to reopen hospital with federal help
One rural North Carolina county is on track to be among the first where a hospital reopens owing to a new federal hospital classification meant to help save small, struggling facilities.
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Tourist dies after losing her leg in shark attack off Canary Islands
The German tourist was sailing in a British catamaran in the Atlantic when the shark struck.
U.S. passports can now be renewed online, State Department says
The online system bypasses the traditional method that required printing out a form and mailing a check.
More deadly blasts reported in Lebanon day after Hezbollah pagers explode
Lebanese officials say more handheld devices exploded a day after thousands of pagers carried by Hezbollah members blew up in an attack blamed on Israel.
"Computer geek" accused of creating encrypted messaging app for crime
Australian police swooped in to arrest a man they say built a messaging app marketed as "unhackable" to the criminal underworld, but which clearly was not.
Associate of Frenchman in mass rape trial admits copycat abuse of own wife
Frenchman Jean-Pierre Marechal has told a court that Dominique Pelicot supplied him with tranquilisers and convinced him to abuse his own wife.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs appealing bail denial in federal sex trafficking case
Sean "Diddy" Combs was denied bail after pleading not guilty to sex trafficking and other federal charges in New York.
Brian Tyree Henry on why he loves to play villains
Oscar-nominated actor Brian Tyree Henry told "CBS Mornings" he often feels villains are misunderstood, which is why his role in "Transformers One" was important to him.
Brian Tyree Henry on voicing young Megatron
Oscar, Emmy and Tony nominee Brian Tyree Henry opens up about voicing young Megatron in "Transformers One" and shares his thoughts on villains.
Joe Posnanski on iconic football moments
Sportswriter Joe Posnanski discusses his new book, "Why We Love Football," where he explores 100 unforgettable moments in football history, including David Tyree's legendary "Helmet Catch."
"Jimmy Carter 100" concert celebrates former president's 100th birthday
The "Jimmy Carter 100" concert will be aired in full on Georgia Public Broadcasting on Oct. 1, Carter's birthday.
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Unexpected dangers of electric vehicles
Guardrails on U.S. roads are typically tested against vehicles weighing up to 5,000 lbs. However, many electric vehicles weigh up to 30% more than that, raising safety concerns on whether guardrails would hold up in a collision.
Child psychiatrist on Instagram's Teen Accounts
Instagram's parent company, Meta, launched their new Teen Accounts that offers a more limited experience for the platform's younger users to address concerns over social media's impact on kids. Everyone under the age of 16 will automatically migrate to the new service. Dr. Joel Stoddard, associate psychiatry professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
Instagram rolling out protected teen accounts
Instagram announced Tuesday that it will be rolling out new protected accounts for people under 18. The accounts will automatically be private and can only receive messages from people they follow. Jo Ling Kent spoke with parents and Meta's safety chief about the changes.
AT&T to pay $13 million to settle FCC probe over cloud data breach
AT&T failed to ensure that a third-party vendor adequately protected the telecom carrier's customers, regulators say.
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When and how to see September's Harvest Moon
The September Harvest Moon will see a partial lunar eclipse, peaking the night of Tuesday, Sept. 17.
The Climate Election: Home insurance costs
The cost of insuring your home is going up, and some homes are "essentially uninsurable" due to rising climate change risks. In Nebraska, the most expensive state for premiums, the cost is nearly $3,400 above the national average to insure a home. And it's all happening as extreme weather events increase in frequency and intensity, jeopardizing people's homes and their ability to financially recover afterward.
Mysterious 9-day seismic event triggered by 650-foot tsunami
A tsunami stemming from a landslide was behind a surprising seismic event last year that shook the earth for nine days, researchers said.
Polaris Dawn crew conducts first all-civilian spacewalk
The spacewalkers tested new SpaceX-designed pressure suits that could eventually be used by civilian astronauts on the moon and Mars.
California crews battle high temps, Line Fire
Record-high temperatures have hit several areas of California, Arizona and Oregon since Friday, extending the fire season and creating drier conditions that make wildfires spread faster. The Line Fire in Southern California has grown past 21,000 acres, roughly half the size of Washington, D.C. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyer seeks bail
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyer, Marc Agnifilo, is appealing a federal judge's decision to hold the music mogul without bail. Agnifilo's appeal motion argues Combs has been cooperating with the case. CBS News' Jericka Duncan reports.
Sean "Diddy" Combs appealing bail denial in federal sex trafficking case
Sean "Diddy" Combs was denied bail after pleading not guilty to sex trafficking and other federal charges in New York.
Vermont town official, his wife and her teen son killed in their home
Vermont State Police identified the victims as Brian Crossman, 46, Erica Crossman, 41, and her 13-year-old son, Colin Taft.
"Computer geek" accused of creating encrypted messaging app for crime
Australian police swooped in to arrest a man they say built a messaging app marketed as "unhackable" to the criminal underworld, but which clearly was not.
Associate of Frenchman in mass rape trial admits copycat abuse of own wife
Frenchman Jean-Pierre Marechal has told a court that Dominique Pelicot supplied him with tranquilisers and convinced him to abuse his own wife.
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When and how to see September's Harvest Moon
The September Harvest Moon will see a partial lunar eclipse, peaking the night of Tuesday, Sept. 17.
SpaceX crew completes historic mission
Four SpaceX astronauts safely splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico on Sunday. The Polaris Dawn crew completed the first-ever commercial spacewalk during their historic mission and tested a new type of spacesuit.
Polaris Dawn space mission splashes down
The groundbreaking commercial space mission known as Polaris Dawn successfully splashed down early Sunday morning. The historic five-day mission, flown by tech billionaire Jared Isaacman and three crew mates, included the first ever commercial spacewalk.
Polaris Dawn crew splashes down to end record-setting commercial mission
Splashdown northwest of Key West, Florida, closed out a mission highlighted by the first non-government civilian spacewalk.
Starliner crew turns the page, looks forward to extended station stay
Astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and pilot Sunita Williams look ahead to a productive science mission.
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Federal Reserve cuts interest rates
The Federal Reserve has announced a cut to interest rates by 0.50 percentage points. This is the first cut to its benchmark interest rate since March 2020. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger and Al Root, an associate editor at Barron's, break down the news.
Why Trump is campaigning in New York
Former President Donald Trump is campaigning in New York's Nassau County, a Republican stronghold in a blue state. CBS News campaign reporter Libby Cathey breaks down why Trump's stop in New York is significant.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyer seeks bail
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyer, Marc Agnifilo, is appealing a federal judge's decision to hold the music mogul without bail. Agnifilo's appeal motion argues Combs has been cooperating with the case. CBS News' Jericka Duncan reports.
Interest rates expected cut from the Fed
The Federal Reserve is expected to announce the first interest rate cut since 2020. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger breaks down what economists predict may occur during today's announcement.
Anna Sorokin "Dancing with the Stars" debut
Convicted fraudster Anna Sorokin made her debut on "Dancing with the Stars" Tuesday night with a sparkling accessory: her decorated ankle monitor. Sorokin was convicted in 2019 of theft of services and grand larceny after she pretended to be a wealthy socialite named Anna Delvey.