"Love Is Blind" hosts Nick and Vanessa Lachey
In the Netflix reality series, singles become engaged sight unseen. Hosts Nick and Vanessa Lachey talk about the show's new take on courtship, and share their own road to matrimony.
Valentine's Day
Do you believe in true love?
A photographer, romance novelist, screenwriter and psychologist answer an age-old question; talk about the stages of love (lust, romantic obsession, and attachment); and discuss how to keep love alive.
Lane Moore on new book "How to Be Alone"
Lane Moore dives deep into coping with loneliness in her book "How to Be Alone: If You Want To, and Even If You Don't." The author joined CBSN to talk about her book and how to find solace in being alone, especially during holidays like Valentine's Day.
These dogs went speed dating to find their perfect match
This Valentine's Day, even dogs are looking for love
Are you falling in love... or for a scam?
Just ahead of Valentine's Day, the Federal Trade Commission is warning that romance scams on dating apps and social media are on the rise. Wired editor-in-chief and CBS News contributor Nick Thompson joined CBSN with what you can do to stay safe on dating apps.
Rubies: The real rock stars
Diamonds may be a girl's best friend, but blood-red gemstones are a cut above the rest. Serena Altschul examines what qualities make rubies the new gold standard for romantic gifts
Tougher rules for office romances
Nearly 1 in 4 people have found romance in the workplace, but companies are getting stricter about such behavior
A dating app you love to hate
Hater is a dating app like no other: instead of matching you up with people that love the same things you do, it creates profiles based on what you hate. Founder Brendan Alper thinks mutual dis-likes are a better sign of compatibility than mutual likes, and there are studies that seem to back him up. Susan Spencer tests it out. (Originally broadcast April 9, 2017.)
"How to Fall in Love with Anyone"
Writer Mandy Len Catron's Modern Love article, "To Fall in Love with Anyone, Do This," is one of New York Times' most-read essays. She asked an acquaintance 36 personal questions and stared into his eyes for four minutes. The acquaintance became her boyfriend. Catron joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss her first book, "How to Fall in Love with Anyone," which explores the psychology of relationships and the myths we create about romance.
Finding love through credit score
A new online dating site geared to millennials is matching potential couples based on people's credit score. Relationship expert Lisa Daily discuses why the idea, which partly reflects the changing economic times, just may work.
Men and marriage
A new study looks at the reasons behind the "marriage gap" and why economic trends may be hurting some men's chances.
Romance novels
To her students at New York's Fordham University, she is professor Mary Bly. But to legions of readers, she's bestselling romance writer Eloisa James, a reigning queen of romance fiction. Faith Salie discusses the English scholar's surprising double life, and talks with author Beverly Jenkins and with the writer behind the blog Smart Bitches, Trashy Books, as she explores the sex, love, empowerment and HEAs (the "happily ever afters") of romance novels.
An exhibition of bad breakups
At the Museum of Broken Relationships in Los Angeles, remains of shattered love affairs go on display
Three classic romantic movies for Valentine's Day
Critic David Edelstein suggests three films about having to jump through a lot of hoops to learn the meaning of love
XOXO: Is writing love letters a lost art?
Romantic messages may not die out as long as there are romantics, but text messaging and email are definitely game-changers
Paul Reiser on "irritating" Valentine's Day
Says forgetting to mark the romantic holiday can be bad, but remembering it is not that much better
Could dessert possibly be better than sex?
Could dessert possibly be better than sex? Anna Werner has visited a couple whose Key West, Florida restaurant answers that question.
Valentine's Day recipe: Sex Addict (White Chocolate & Strawberry Bread Pudding)
A sensual treat from Better Than Sex, a Key West, Florida restaurant devoted to decadent desserts
Passions and longings
To celebrate Valentine's Day, a collection of images from memorable romantic films
Video of little girl grappling with breakup goes viral
"But it's like he looks so happy and it's just I don't want to break his heart," she says from her carseat in the video recorded on Wednesday
How couples cope with cancer on Valentine's Day
Forget chocolates and roses: "When you're cancer-free, it just puts a whole new light on everything"
How much will Valentine's Day dig into your wallet?
They say money can't buy love, but if that's the case, why are so many businesses capitalizing on romance?
New research shows how Netflix is changing the way we form relationships
New research shows how Netflix is changing the way we form relationships. This can impact the casual, hook-up culture among young adults. Dr. Helen Fisher joins CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and Jamie Yuccas for a chat on how love has changed over the years.
The Times recently teamed up with WBUR radio in Boston to bring the articles to life
This Valentine's Day, the New York Times continues "Modern Love," a weekly column of first-person stories. It started more than 11 years ago and millions read it in print and online. But the Times recently teamed up with WBUR radio in Boston to bring the articles to life in a podcast. In its first week, “Modern Love” soared to number one on iTunes. See how the Times picks these unlikely stories.
Mark Strassmann reports on a love story: An American World War II veteran and the British woman he planned to marry
Mark Strassmann reports on a love story: An American World War II veteran and the British woman he planned to marry. They met and courted while he was stationed near London, but the war interupted their budding romance.
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Historians race against time and invasive species to study shipwrecks
Historians are racing to locate Great Lakes shipwrecks before a seemingly unstoppable invasive mussel destroys them and erases part of the region's heritage.
Settled suits over police misconduct cost taxpayers
Settlements in lawsuits over police misconduct cost taxpayers millions every year — and while they compensate victims or their families, the settlements don't necessarily stop bad behavior, experts say.
CDC recommends Pfizer's RSV vaccine during pregnancy
RSV is the leading cause of hospitalization among infants, according to the CDC.
Feds open investigation into claims Baton Rouge police tortured detainees
Lawsuits allege that the Baton Rouge Police Department's now shuttered Street Crimes Unit abused drug suspects in a narcotics processing facility known as the "Brave Cave."
Biden tells Zelenskyy U.S. will provide Ukraine with ATACMS missiles
ATACMS have a range of up to 190 miles and can be launched from the HIMARS mobile rocket launchers the Ukrainian military has already received.
Third Republican presidential debate to be held in Miami on Nov. 8
Candidates will be facing the toughest requirements yet to participate.
Rivals slam Trump for saying 6-week abortion ban is a "terrible thing"
Trump primary opponent and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis told an Iowa radio show that "pro-lifers should know [Trump] is preparing to sell you out."
Biden says he'll "join the picket line" alongside UAW members in Detroit
The president says he will take the major step of standing alongside United Auto Workers as they strike in Detroit.
New Jersey's governor calls on Menendez to resign after indictment
"I am calling for his immediate resignation," New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy said of Sen. Robert Menendez, a fellow Democrat.
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Historians race against time and invasive species to study shipwrecks
Historians are racing to locate Great Lakes shipwrecks before a seemingly unstoppable invasive mussel destroys them and erases part of the region's heritage.
Settled suits over police misconduct cost taxpayers
Settlements in lawsuits over police misconduct cost taxpayers millions every year — and while they compensate victims or their families, the settlements don't necessarily stop bad behavior, experts say.
CDC recommends Pfizer's RSV vaccine during pregnancy
RSV is the leading cause of hospitalization among infants, according to the CDC.
Feds open investigation into claims Baton Rouge police tortured detainees
Lawsuits allege that the Baton Rouge Police Department's now shuttered Street Crimes Unit abused drug suspects in a narcotics processing facility known as the "Brave Cave."
Biden tells Zelenskyy U.S. will provide Ukraine with ATACMS missiles
ATACMS have a range of up to 190 miles and can be launched from the HIMARS mobile rocket launchers the Ukrainian military has already received.
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iPhone 15 demand beats expectations, as fans worldwide line up to buy
Consumers are snatching up the iPhone 15 as they look to swap their old devices for something newer and more powerful, analysts said.
Apple workers go on strike in France right as the iPhone 15 hits stores
Some 2,100 workers from Apple stores across France joined picket lines, vying for sidewalk space with customers eager to get the new iPhone 15.
Shimano recalls nearly 700,000 bike cranksets after reports of injuries
Shimano's recalled bonded crank parts can "separate and break," causing consumers to crash, according to CPSC.
Here's how a government shutdown would impact Social Security
Time is running out for U.S. lawmakers to avoid a government shutdown. Here's how that could affect Social Security recipients.
Amazon to run ads with Prime Video shows — unless you pay more
Amazon says it will begin include ads in its Prime Video content, but will offer an ad-free version for customers who pay extra.
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Biden tells Zelenskyy U.S. will provide Ukraine with ATACMS missiles
ATACMS have a range of up to 190 miles and can be launched from the HIMARS mobile rocket launchers the Ukrainian military has already received.
Third Republican presidential debate to be held in Miami on Nov. 8
Candidates will be facing the toughest requirements yet to participate.
Rivals slam Trump for saying 6-week abortion ban is a "terrible thing"
Trump primary opponent and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis told an Iowa radio show that "pro-lifers should know [Trump] is preparing to sell you out."
Biden says he'll "join the picket line" alongside UAW members in Detroit
The president says he will take the major step of standing alongside United Auto Workers as they strike in Detroit.
New Jersey's governor calls on Menendez to resign after indictment
"I am calling for his immediate resignation," New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy said of Sen. Robert Menendez, a fellow Democrat.
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CDC recommends Pfizer's RSV vaccine during pregnancy
RSV is the leading cause of hospitalization among infants, according to the CDC.
Shimano recalls nearly 700,000 bike cranksets after reports of injuries
Shimano's recalled bonded crank parts can "separate and break," causing consumers to crash, according to CPSC.
How FDA's top vaccines official is timing his COVID and flu shots
Can you get your COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Here's what health experts say.
Are you getting enough vitamin D? Here's what to know.
As we start to head indoors for the colder months, vitamin D levels can suffer. Experts share what to know and do about it.
You can't overdose on fentanyl just by touching it. Experts explain why.
Touching fentanyl or being near it won't cause a drug overdose, experts told CBS News.
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Taiwan factory fire kills at least 5 and injures 100 others
Three firefighters were among the dead, authorities said, after the blaze and explosions that began on Friday at a golf ball factory in Pingtung county in southern Taiwan.
iPhone 15 demand beats expectations, as fans worldwide line up to buy
Consumers are snatching up the iPhone 15 as they look to swap their old devices for something newer and more powerful, analysts said.
$41 million worth of cocaine found on "suspicious" boat in Colombia
The boat was manned by three people and had over one ton of cocaine on board.
Apple workers go on strike in France right as the iPhone 15 hits stores
Some 2,100 workers from Apple stores across France joined picket lines, vying for sidewalk space with customers eager to get the new iPhone 15.
Nearly 400 primate skulls headed for U.S. seized in France: "Staggering"
More than 392 packages filled with primate skulls and other remains were found over the course of several months at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
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Saturday Sessions: Laufey performs "Promise"
Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey pursued music from a young age, heading to the United States for college. Her recording career began shortly after that, and in 2022, her debut album rose on the charts. Her latest album just made the biggest debut for a jazz album in Spotify's history. From "Bewitched," here is Laufey with "Promise."
Saturday Sessions: Laufey performs "Lovesick"
Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey pursued music from a young age, heading to the United States for college. Her recording career began shortly after that, and in 2022, her debut album rose on the charts. Her latest album just made the biggest debut for a jazz album in Spotify's history. From "Bewitched," here is Laufey with "Lovesick."
Laufey performs "From The Start"
Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey pursued music from a young age, heading to the United States for college. Her recording career began shortly after that, and in 2022, her debut album rose on the charts. Her latest album just made the biggest debut for a jazz album in Spotify's history. From "Bewitched," here is Laufey with "From The Start."
What is the Roman Empire trend on TikTok?
If you have scrolled through TikTok recently, you might have seen the same question posed in videos over and over again: How often do you think about the Roman Empire? But why is this a TikTok trend?
Gisele Bündchen opens up about modeling and divorce
Preview: In a revealing interview to air on "CBS News Sunday Morning" September 24, the supermodel reflects on marriage, and on the work stress that eventually led to panic attacks.
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Technology
Scientists recover RNA from extinct species
For the first time, scientists in Sweden have analyzed an extinct animal's RNA. They're studying the Tasmanian tiger which has been extinct since the 1930s. Marc Friedländer, associate professor in molecular biology at Stockholm University, joins CBS News to discuss what the breakthrough means for science.
iPhone 15 demand beats expectations, as fans worldwide line up to buy
Consumers are snatching up the iPhone 15 as they look to swap their old devices for something newer and more powerful, analysts said.
YouTube CEO defends decision to demonetize Russell Brand's channel
YouTube suspended Russell Brand's ability to earn money from his online videos earlier this week after multiple women accused Brand of rape, sexual assault and abuse — allegations he denies.
Amazon to run ads with Prime Video shows — unless you pay more
Amazon says it will begin include ads in its Prime Video content, but will offer an ad-free version for customers who pay extra.
How the AI revolution is different: It threatens white-collar workers
Emerging forms of artificial intelligence could displace a range of "knowledge workers," new analysis finds.
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Science
Scientists recover RNA from extinct species
For the first time, scientists in Sweden have analyzed an extinct animal's RNA. They're studying the Tasmanian tiger which has been extinct since the 1930s. Marc Friedländer, associate professor in molecular biology at Stockholm University, joins CBS News to discuss what the breakthrough means for science.
Tropical storm warnings along East Coast
What could soon be Tropical Storm Ophelia is moving closer to the U.S. East Coast, the National Hurricane Center said, and a tropical storm warning is in effect from Cape Fear, North Carolina, to Fenwick Island, Delaware. CBS News Baltimore's Janay Reece has an update on how locals there are preparing for the storm. And Lynette Charles, meteorologist for The Weather Channel, has a forecast for where the storms could be most severe.
Wildfire smoke reversing U.S. air improvement
Since 2016, wildfire smoke in the U.S. has reversed roughly 25% of air quality improvements made from the 2000 Clean Air Act, according to a new study published in the journal Nature. That figure doubles to roughly 50% when looking specifically at the impact on many western states. For more on this, CBS News was joined by Marshall Burke, an associate professor at Stanford's Doerr School of Sustainability and a co-author of the study.
Some homeowners facing insurance crisis
Homeowners living in areas at risk for natural disasters are seeing higher home insurance premiums -- for some, coverage has been dropped completely. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
New "electrical" blue tarantula species discovered in Thailand
The tarantula's coloring resembles "electrical sparks," researchers said.
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Settled suits over police misconduct cost taxpayers
Settlements in lawsuits over police misconduct cost taxpayers millions every year — and while they compensate victims or their families, the settlements don't necessarily stop bad behavior, experts say.
Feds open investigation into claims Baton Rouge police tortured detainees
Lawsuits allege that the Baton Rouge Police Department's now shuttered Street Crimes Unit abused drug suspects in a narcotics processing facility known as the "Brave Cave."
2 arrested in shooting death of 11-year-old that prompted gun ban
New Mexico's governor tried to temporarily ban guns from being carried in public in Albuquerque after Froylan Villegas was shot to death.
$41 million worth of cocaine found on "suspicious" boat in Colombia
The boat was manned by three people and had over one ton of cocaine on board.
Inmate who escaped Missouri jail captured in same county as Cavalcante
Mario Che-Tiul, who escaped from a Missouri jail in June, was captured on Thursday in Chester County, Pennsylvania, in the same location where Danelo Cavalcante was found, the U.S. Marshals said.
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Space
NASA mission to asteroid returning to Earth
A small saucer-shape capsule carrying a half-pound of rocks and dust collected from an asteroid called Bennu is expected to slam into Earth's atmosphere at a blistering 27,650 mph on Sunday and then parachute down to the ground. NASA senior scientist Amy Simon joined CBS News to discuss the purpose and logistics of the mission.
NASA says asteroid samples will land on Earth Sunday after fiery descent
The OSIRIS-REx sample return in Utah will bring a seven-year, four-billion-mile journey to a close, providing insights into the birth of the solar system.
NASA image shows "unprecedented detail" of moon's south pole region
Two cameras working together helped NASA reveal details in "greater detail than previously possible."
Astronaut looks forward to home after record 371-day stay in space
Frank Rubio and two cosmonaut crewmates return to Earth next Wednesday to wrap up a U.S. record 371-day stay in orbit.
Video shows NASA spacecraft flying through powerful sun explosion
NASA called the Parker Solar Probe's flight "not only an impressive feat of engineering, but a huge boon for the scientific community."
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The Dish: Jody Williams and Rita Sodi
James Beard award-winning chefs Jody Williams and Rita Sodi are taking diners back in time at their Manhattan restaurant. Inspired by an old cookbook, Williams and Sodi are reviving early American cuisine and focusing on craftsmanship, community and history at The Commerce Inn. Nancy Chen reports.
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Eye Opener: New Jersey senator indicted
New Jersey Sen. Robert Menendez has been indicted on bribery charges. Meanwhile, Ukraine’s latest missile attack on Russian-occupied Crimea has struck a blow against Russian power. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
Saturday Sessions: Laufey performs "Promise"
Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey pursued music from a young age, heading to the United States for college. Her recording career began shortly after that, and in 2022, her debut album rose on the charts. Her latest album just made the biggest debut for a jazz album in Spotify's history. From "Bewitched," here is Laufey with "Promise."
Saturday Sessions: Laufey performs "Lovesick"
Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey pursued music from a young age, heading to the United States for college. Her recording career began shortly after that, and in 2022, her debut album rose on the charts. Her latest album just made the biggest debut for a jazz album in Spotify's history. From "Bewitched," here is Laufey with "Lovesick."