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8/30: CBS News Weekender
Lana Zak reports on the Labor Day travel rush, sloth fever in the United States and what people should know about it, and a preview of the fall movie season.
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As of Friday evening, three people have died in the U.S. due to the listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head deli meats. In July, Boar's Head recalled seven million pounds of deli meats after a liverwurst sample collected in Maryland tested positive for listeria. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins to discuss the risks, diagnosis and how to stay safe.
This week, the Justice Department charged a Pakistani national with plotting to assassinate current and former U.S. officials. Suspect Asif Merchant has alleged ties to the Iranian government and is accused of planning a murder-for-hire scheme targeting multiple prominent figures, including former President Donald Trump. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd joins with a national security wrap-up.
Ten years ago in Ferguson, Missouri, a White police officer shot and killed a young, unarmed Black teenager named Michael Brown. A grand jury decided not to indict the officer and to this day, no one has been charged. A new CBS primetime special is taking a look back at the shooting and its aftermath.
The remnants of Debby made their way north Friday, dumping heavy rain that's caused severe flash floods in the region. The severe rainfall has forced many flight delays in the Northeast. CBS News' Tom Hanson has more from Newark Liberty International Airport.
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris were on the campaign trail on Friday in Montana and Arizona, respectively. CBS News' Natalie Brand and Jake Rosen report.
A new federal threat assessment from the FBI and Department of Homeland Security is warning about potential attacks at the Democratic National Convention later in August. The memo cites the recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump as the reason for the heightened concern. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga has more.
A passenger plane carrying more than 60 people crashed in southern Brazil on Friday. The airline says everyone aboard died. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has the details.
The Paris Olympics have drawn an estimated 15 million people to the City of Light. After living there for over six years, influencer Amanda Rollins has gained more than 1 million TikTok followers and 209,000 on Instagram through her "American Fille" blog. Rollins joins CBS News to share tips for Americans visiting Paris.
Air New Zealand has become the first major airline to cancel its goal to cut carbon emissions by 2030. John Gradek, coordinator of McGill University's Aviation Management Program, joins CBS News to discuss the decision and examine how it could affect the industry.
The U.S. has recognized Venezuela's opposition candidate Edmundo González as the winner of last weekend's presidential election, despite President Nicolás Maduro claiming victory. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano examines what the acknowledgment means for Maduro and Venezuela.
Americans Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva are recuperating in the U.S. following a historic prisoner exchange with Russia. However, several U.S. citizens are still imprisoned in Russia. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis explains why some Americans might not have been included in the deal.
Gymnast Simone Biles took a clear swipe at former President Donald Trump on social media Friday, posting "I love my black job" following her second gold medal win at the Paris Olympics. "CBS Saturday Morning" co-host and CBS News and sports correspondent Dana Jacobson is in Paris with the latest on the Games.
The devastating Park Fire in California is now the fourth-largest wildfire in the state's history. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy is in Los Angeles with more.
There are growing concerns about how Iran will retaliate against Israel after the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran on Wednesday. CBS News' Courtney Kealy joins with analysis.
Vice President Kamala Harris secured enough delegates at the DNC virtual roll call Friday to become the 2024 Democratic nominee for president. Harris is expected to announce her running mate pick by Monday. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has the latest.
The Democratic Party nominee said Arlington National Cemetery is a "place where we come together to honor American heroes" and is "not a place for politics."
The U.S. military's Central Command alleged the militants were armed with "numerous weapons, grenades, and explosive 'suicide' belts" during the attack.
Thirty-seven passengers have been transported to local hospitals, authorities said.
Countries around the world, including Russia, China and Egypt, have restricted social media network X for periods.
Chester is what climate activists call an "environmental justice community," a place where climate change and pollution disproportionately affect underserved populations.
Sources told CBS News Philadelphia that Okaloosa County leaders plan to discuss in a meeting on Tuesday whether or not the SS United States should be sunk off their coast as part of an artificial reef.
The twin-engine Cessna crashed into a row of condo units, several of which caught fire, officials said.
Rapper and radio personality Fatman Scoop experienced a medical emergency on stage in Connecticut, local officials said.
If the winner opts for a cash prize, they will take home $336.1 million.
The twin-engine Cessna crashed into a row of condo units, several of which caught fire, officials said.
The teen's mother used an app to track her son's car and was aware that he frequently drove over 100 mph, according to police records.
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Ohio announced this week that for the first time in the zoo's history, two elephants are pregnant at the same time.
Social media influencers, reality stars and TV personalities were among the guests as Princess Märtha Louise wed Durek Verrett.
Rapper and radio personality Fatman Scoop experienced a medical emergency on stage in Connecticut, local officials said.
Rhett Beutler, co-owner of Beutler and Son Rodeo Co., said horses were "just falling over, dying" after eating the feed.
Gas prices are projected to average $3.27 a gallon on Monday, which would make driving on the holiday the cheapest since 2021.
States with subpar minimum wages and flimsy job protections score poorly in Oxfam ranking.
Food dyes in popular snacks have been linked to adverse health outcomes in kids, says state legislature.
New artificial intelligence tools such as Flux are making it easier than ever to alter or fabricate images.
The Democratic Party nominee said Arlington National Cemetery is a "place where we come together to honor American heroes" and is "not a place for politics."
Chester is what climate activists call an "environmental justice community," a place where climate change and pollution disproportionately affect underserved populations.
Trump, special counsel offer opposing plans on way forward in 2020 election-related case, according to court documents filed late Friday.
Democrats on the House Overside Committee sent a letter Friday to the Army requesting a report into an altercation involving an Arlington National Cemetery employee and Trump staff.
The U.S. military's Central Command alleged the militants were armed with "numerous weapons, grenades, and explosive 'suicide' belts" during the attack.
A chance test by a gastrointestinal specialist led to a "bombshell" diagnosis.
There is a growing movement of social media influencers promoting raw or unpasteurized milk. It’s coincided with a recent spike in sales nationwide. However, health officials warn that drinking raw milk could have dangerous consequences.
Overnight, two Palestinians were killed by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank. Officials said the two were planning car bomb attacks. The incident comes as the Israeli military continues its operations in the territory for a fourth day. Meanwhile in Gaza, there is expected to be a pause in the fighting this weekend as the United Nations carries out urgent polio vaccinations.
Two people in New Jersey have died from West Nile virus, state health officials said Friday, bringing the number of reported deaths in the U.S. to five this mosquito season.
Trump angered abortion opponents after he appeared open to voting for an amendment that would roll back Florida's six-week ban.
Countries around the world, including Russia, China and Egypt, have restricted social media network X for periods.
Social media influencers, reality stars and TV personalities were among the guests as Princess Märtha Louise wed Durek Verrett.
Israel is expected to pause some of its operations in Gaza on Sunday to allow health workers to roll out their campaign to administer polio vaccines to some 650,000 Palestinian children.
The storm, packing winds of up to 40 miles per hour, crawled past the southwestern island of Shikoku and traveled over the southern part of the main Honshu island
The Britpop-era behemoth led by brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher sent fans into a frenzy when they announced they would play together for the first time in 15 years.
Social media influencers, reality stars and TV personalities were among the guests as Princess Märtha Louise wed Durek Verrett.
Rapper and radio personality Fatman Scoop experienced a medical emergency on stage in Connecticut, local officials said.
The Britpop-era behemoth led by brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher sent fans into a frenzy when they announced they would play together for the first time in 15 years.
Country star Morgan Wade grew up writing songs in Virginia, but mostly kept her talents to herself until college, when she decided to form a band. In 2019, her singing caught the attention of a famous guitarist and he offered to produce her first album. Now, making a return visit to Saturday Sessions, here is Morgan Wade with "Time to Love, Time to Kill" from her new album "Obsessed."
Country star Morgan Wade grew up writing songs in Virginia, but mostly kept her talents to herself until college, when she decided to form a band. In 2019, her singing caught the attention of a famous guitarist and he offered to produce her first album. Now, making a return visit to Saturday Sessions, here is Morgan Wade with "Total Control" from her new album "Obsessed."
Brazilian Supreme Court Judge Alexandre de Moraes ordered the suspension of Elon Musk's social media giant X in Brazil after the billionaire refused to name a legal representative in the country.
Ads for major Republican and Democratic groups and candidates appear under racist content that could be making money on X.
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.
If you have an Amazon smart speaker, you may count on Alexa to help keep track of your to-do lists, check the weather or answer your questions on the fly, but would you pay extra if it meant an upgraded version of the personal voice assistant? Amazon is ready to find out as it looks to launch its delayed AI Alexa subscription by October. Abrar Al-Heeti, consumer tech and mobile reporter for CNET, joined CBS News to discuss the new service.
New artificial intelligence tools such as Flux are making it easier than ever to alter or fabricate images.
The crash-landing of a SpaceX booster ended a string of 267 successful recoveries in a row.
The landing mishap ended a string of 267 successful booster recoveries.
A Houston program funded in large part by oil and plastic producers claims to recycle any type of plastic. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more on his investigation into the program's claims.
Houston, Texas, says its new recycling program can handle any type of plastic and the city is touting it as a model for the nation. In collaboration with the nonprofit Inside Climate News, CBS News' Ben Tracy looked into whether the claims are too good to be true.
Footprints dating back 120 million years show where dinosaurs were able to cross between land that's now part of two different continents.
CBS News Detroit has obtained shocking video of a teenager driving nearly 140 miles per hour just days before a high-speed crash that killed his friend last November. The victim's family wants the driver's mother to be charged because she had been tracking his reckless driving on a mobile app. Lilia Luciano has more.
Danelo Cavalcante pleaded guilty to escape charges on Friday in Chester County, about a year after a manhunt that drew nationwide attention.
Longtime "Dancing With the Stars" dancer Artem Chigvintsev was arrested Thursday on suspicion of felony domestic violence in Napa County, California, according arrest records.
The woman didn't ask for the trial to be held behind closed doors because "that's what her attackers would have wanted," her lawyer said.
Puerto Rico is considered a transit point for drugs being smuggled to the U.S. mainland.
Crew 9 commander Zena Cardman and Stephanie Wilson will stay behind when the Crew 9 mission takes off on Sept. 24.
Blue Origin launched six passengers, including a NASA-sponsored researcher and the youngest woman to fly in space, in the company's eighth crewed spaceflight.
The crash-landing of a SpaceX booster ended a string of 267 successful recoveries in a row.
SpaceX pressed ahead with plans for back-to-back launches of Starlink internet satellites Wednesday, one from Florida and the other from California. But there were some issues in Florida when the first stage of the Falcon 9 rocket toppled over after landing at sea. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann has more.
The landing mishap ended a string of 267 successful booster recoveries.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
The actor, recipient of a lifetime achievement Academy Award, was renowned for such films as "MASH," "Klute," "Don't Look Now," "Ordinary People," and "The Hunger Games."
Donald Trump works to clarify stance on abortion amid conflicting statements; How a chef’s grandmother inspired his culinary career
Country star Morgan Wade grew up writing songs in Virginia, but mostly kept her talents to herself until college, when she decided to form a band. In 2019, her singing caught the attention of a famous guitarist and he offered to produce her first album. Now, making a return visit to Saturday Sessions, here is Morgan Wade with "Time to Love, Time to Kill" from her new album "Obsessed."
Country star Morgan Wade grew up writing songs in Virginia, but mostly kept her talents to herself until college, when she decided to form a band. In 2019, her singing caught the attention of a famous guitarist and he offered to produce her first album. Now, making a return visit to Saturday Sessions, here is Morgan Wade with "Total Control" from her new album "Obsessed."
Country star Morgan Wade grew up writing songs in Virginia, but mostly kept her talents to herself until college, when she decided to form a band. In 2019, her singing caught the attention of a famous guitarist and he offered to produce her first album. Now, making a return visit to Saturday Sessions, here is Morgan Wade with "2AM in London" from her new album "Obsessed."
The record-breaking summer travel season is getting one last jolt this Labor Day weekend. According to AAA, domestic travel is expected to be up 9% from last year, with travel costs slightly lower than they were in 2023.