Starbucks unveils new cold drink cups that use less plastic
Starbucks unveiled the new cups ahead of Earth Day and as a new report warns plastic production emissions are even greater than those from aviation.
Starbucks unveiled the new cups ahead of Earth Day and as a new report warns plastic production emissions are even greater than those from aviation.
A disappearing lizard population in the mountains of Arizona shows how climate change is fast-tracking the rate of extinction.
Scientists are using a range of tools to protect the endangered wildlife that could disappear in coming decades.
Dubai is known for using planes to help prompt precipitation over the region. But experts say it did not play a role in this week's historic downpour.
Hurricane Maria nearly wiped out an endangered parrot in Puerto Rico, highlighting the grave threat climate change-fueled storms pose to endangered species.
Water still covers some roads around Dubai International Airport, but the major hub expects to be fully running again soon as the UAE bails out from a deluge.
Dubai International Airport is urging travelers to stay away as flooding from "a historic weather event" hobbles the arid United Arab Emirates.
Melting ice and unusually heavy seasonal rains have inundated parts of southern Russia and Central Asia with floodwater.
The water reservoir system that supplies water to 70% of the millions who live in the Bogotá, Colombia region is at less than 17% of its available storage capacity.
The island home to Hawaii's capital may be surrounded by ocean, but years-long drought conditions, tourist activities and contamination are jeopardizing the island's only source of freshwater.
Europe's top human rights court rules EU nations must protect citizens from climate change, as campaigners take heart from mixed decisions.
Warm weather is swelling some of Russia's biggest rivers with meltwater from mountain snow and ice, forcing thousands to evacuate.
Officials said the standards will help clean up some of the nation's largest sources of planet-warming greenhouse gases.
Climate change means wine could soon have a higher alcohol content — but spoil faster and smell worse.
Cities in Mexico, South Africa and Italy are running out of water, and a new report found that none of the targets to mitigate global water issues are on track.
State Farm says it will discontinue coverage for 72,000 houses and apartments in California starting this summer, nine months after announcing it wouldn't issue new home policies there.
The Biden administration announced new auto emissions standards in effort to cut global-warming emissions from passenger vehicles.
2023 was confirmed as the hottest year on record and rising temperatures led to the loss of 1 million square kilometers of arctic ice.
Making an annual trek to Washington, D.C., to see cherry blossoms in peak bloom? You may need to start packing your bags earlier.
Roughly $22 trillion worth of homes are now at risk of damage from flooding, wildfire and other effects linked to climate change.
The Climate Pollution Reduction Grants Program provides more than $250 million to help states, cities and territories transition to a low-carbon economy.
Experts say climate change will drive up the price of bananas, but consumers should already be paying more.
The Weather Channel's Stephanie Abrams told "CBS Mornings" that La Niña and high ocean temperatures could impact hurricane season.
The mass bleaching event comes as the world saw record-high sea surface temperatures and the hottest February ever recorded.
In his 2024 State of the Union address, President Biden will need to thread the needle on his track record of climate legislation, environmental protection and energy production.
Starbucks unveiled the new cups ahead of Earth Day and as a new report warns plastic production emissions are even greater than those from aviation.
A report from the United Nations determined that 1 million species are threatened with extinction. Dr. John Wiens from the University of Arizona believes that number is far higher based on his research. He says climate change is quickening the threat of extinction for species, including a 3-million-year-old lizard population previously found in the Arizona mountains.
A disappearing lizard population in the mountains of Arizona shows how climate change is fast-tracking the rate of extinction.
Some of the most critically endangered birds on the planet have been released back into the wild. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has more on the harsh conditions Puerto Rican parrots face, and the people working to save them.
Scientists are using a range of tools to protect the endangered wildlife that could disappear in coming decades.
A human jawbone containing several teeth was linked to a former U.S. Marine who died almost 75 years ago during a military exercise in California.
The recent births of Noreen and Antonia are boosting hopes of diversifying the endangered species.
Hurricane Maria nearly wiped out an endangered parrot in Puerto Rico, highlighting the grave threat climate change-fueled storms pose to endangered species.
Water still covers some roads around Dubai International Airport, but the major hub expects to be fully running again soon as the UAE bails out from a deluge.
At least a million species may disappear from Earth in coming decades due to a warming climate, but scientists are using a range of tools to protect plants and animals. CBS News environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.
Dubai was slammed Tuesday with an average year's worth of rain in a single day, halting operations at one of the world's busiest airports and stranding cars on roadways not used to such extreme downpours. Here's why, in some places, less than 6 inches of rain can be so catastrophic.
A major global coral bleaching event is occurring for the second time in 10 years, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Derek Manzello, A coral reef ecologist and NOAA reef watch coordinator, joins CBS News with more.
NASA said it agrees with an independent review board that concluded the project could cost up to $11 billion without major changes.
Only 5 to 6% of plastic waste produced in the U.S. is actually recycled. A new report accuses the plastics industry of a decades-long campaign to "mislead" the public about the viability of recycling.
Mexico City, one of the world's most populated cities with nearly 22 million people, could run out of water in months. Florencia Gonzalez Guerra, an investigative video journalist, joins CBS News to examine the causes behind the crisis.
RFK Jr. denies he's a spoiler who won't be on the ballot in enough states to reach the 270 electoral votes needed to win. He's on the ballot in two states.
President Biden is building a coalition of students despite unenthusiastic polling among young people.
Before the Columbine High School shooting, schools prepared for fires and natural disasters. After the 1999 massacre, states enacted lockdown and active shooter drills.
Maps show where weed and marijuana products are legal for recreational and medical use in the United States.
It's a pivotal moment for House Speaker Mike Johnson as he tries to stave off a right-wing rebellion.
UAW claims historic victory, with an overwhelming majority of VW workers at Chattanooga factory voting to unionize.
In the next day or two, bitcoin is expected to go through a preprogrammed event that will cut new production of the cryptocurrency.
Retailers are ditching and limiting shelf-checkout at some stores, particularly those hit by theft and customer complaints.
Eliminating player "proposition" bets may be one way to discourage athletes from betting on sports, experts said.
Trump Media & Technology Group sent a letter to Nasdaq warning that so-called "naked" short selling could be impacting its stock.
RFK Jr. denies he's a spoiler who won't be on the ballot in enough states to reach the 270 electoral votes needed to win. He's on the ballot in two states.
President Biden is building a coalition of students despite unenthusiastic polling among young people.
It's a pivotal moment for House Speaker Mike Johnson as he tries to stave off a right-wing rebellion.
GOP Sen. Tom Cotton, of Arkansas, has been encouraging people to "take matters into your own hands" against pro-Palestinian protesters.
Niger has been home to a major U.S. airbase in the city of Agadez, some 550 miles from the capital Niamey, using it for manned and unmanned surveillance flights and other operations.
The CDC estimates the U.S. could reach 300 measles cases in 2024 — more than the recent peak two years ago.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
A landmark review for Britain's National Health Service found young people have been let down by "remarkably weak" evidence backing medical interventions in gender care.
Organic option is best when buying certain produce, especially blueberries, nonprofit group says in analysis of chemical residues.
British lawmakers have backed legislation that would see the legal age to buy tobacco increase by one year every year until it's eventually banned.
The strike late Friday hit a residential building in the western Tel Sultan neighborhood of the city of Rafah, according to Gaza's civil defense.
Niger has been home to a major U.S. airbase in the city of Agadez, some 550 miles from the capital Niamey, using it for manned and unmanned surveillance flights and other operations.
North Korea's latest launch to boost Kim Jong Un's image wasn't a missile, but a song and music video all about the "Friendly Father."
The Treasury Department announced sanctions on two entities accused of fundraising for extremist West Bank settlers connected to violence against Palestinians.
The break in tradition does not sit well with the Association of Summer Olympic Committee, who said it undermines "the value of Olympism and the uniqueness of the games."
The multi-generational tale of a family in India experiencing love and tragedy was a New York Times bestseller, and an Oprah's Book Club pick.
Singer-songwriter Daniel Donato began his music journey after being inspired by popular video game "Guitar Hero." After busking in the streets of Nashville, Donato landed a gig with a house band, and eventually began his own band. From his album "Reflector," here is Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country with "Weathervane."
Singer-songwriter Daniel Donato began his music journey after being inspired by popular video game "Guitar Hero." After busking in the streets of Nashville, Donato landed a gig with a house band, and eventually began his own band. From his album "Reflector," here is Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country with "Rose in a Garden."
Singer-songwriter Daniel Donato began his music journey after being inspired by popular video game "Guitar Hero." After busking in the streets of Nashville, Donato landed a gig with a house band, and eventually began his own band. From his album "Reflector," here is Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country with "Lose Your Mind."
Phish is famous for their otherworldly performances. They're putting on 4 sold-out shows at Las Vegas' Sphere, where the show can become a fully immersive experience for the audience. Phish guitarist Trey Anastasio spoke to CBS's Kris Van Cleave about preparing for the unique shows and what the band's unlikely path to success has looked like.
Computer chip maker Intel is at the center of the latest high-tech race between the U.S. and China. Jo Ling Kent visited their state-of-the-art facility in Oregon for an in-depth report.
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced a bill supporting the development of nuclear fusion power. Hank Jenkins-Smith, professor of public policy at the University of Oklahoma, joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
Sen. Maria Cantwell is backing an amended bill that could lead to a ban of TikTok in the U.S.
Artificial intelligence has become so advanced it has now surpassed human performance in several basic tasks, according to a new report from Stanford University's Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence. Russell Wald, deputy director of the institute, joins CBS News to unpack more key findings from the study.
Starbucks unveiled the new cups ahead of Earth Day and as a new report warns plastic production emissions are even greater than those from aviation.
A report from the United Nations determined that 1 million species are threatened with extinction. Dr. John Wiens from the University of Arizona believes that number is far higher based on his research. He says climate change is quickening the threat of extinction for species, including a 3-million-year-old lizard population previously found in the Arizona mountains.
A disappearing lizard population in the mountains of Arizona shows how climate change is fast-tracking the rate of extinction.
Some of the most critically endangered birds on the planet have been released back into the wild. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has more on the harsh conditions Puerto Rican parrots face, and the people working to save them.
Scientists are using a range of tools to protect the endangered wildlife that could disappear in coming decades.
In 2019, prosecutors charged a Florida man with killing his brother, father and mother so he could steal $200,000 to spend on a model from Bulgaria who he met online. A new Paramount+ docuseries, "CTRL+ALT+DESIRE," investigates the triple murder. Director Colin Archdeacon joins CBS News to discuss the making of the series.
Texas state law says a child under the age of 10 doesn't have criminal culpability, law enforcement said.
Police in Maryland say they stopped a teenager who was planning a school shooting in the days ahead. An 18-year-old student was arrested and charged after authorities reviewed the teen's writings and internet searches. Nicole Sganga reports on what led authorities to the suspect.
A judge granted a one week delay in the corruption trial of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez Friday, but the senator was not physically in court. He joined the proceedings by phone.
Hundreds of teens had skipped school to meet in the Greenbelt, Maryland, park for a water gun fight, police said.
NASA confirmed Monday that a mystery object that crashed through the roof of a Naples, Florida home last month was space junk from equipment discarded by the space station.
NASA said it agrees with an independent review board that concluded the project could cost up to $11 billion without major changes.
It was a "bittersweet moment" as United Launch Alliance brought the Delta program to a close.
NASA flight engineers managed to photograph and videotape the moon's shadow on Earth about 260 miles below them.
Millions of Americans poured into the solar eclipse’s path of totality to watch in wonder. The excitement was shared across generations for the rare celestial event that saw watch parties across the country as almost all of the continental U.S. saw at least a partial solar eclipse.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
We look back at the life and career of the longtime host of "Sunday Morning," and "one of the most enduring and most endearing" people in broadcasting.
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
In California, we dine out at a restaurant powered by robots. Then in Washington, we take a sip of a beanless cup of coffee, which aims to reduce the environmental impact of the popular beverage. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
A mom worried about her son with autism opens an inclusive cafe that employs people with disabilities. The community around Paradise, California, rallies behind a woman whose beloved pet was stolen. Plus, more heartwarming stories.
Singer-songwriter Daniel Donato began his music journey after being inspired by popular video game "Guitar Hero." After busking in the streets of Nashville, Donato landed a gig with a house band, and eventually began his own band. From his album "Reflector," here is Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country with "Weathervane."
Singer-songwriter Daniel Donato began his music journey after being inspired by popular video game "Guitar Hero." After busking in the streets of Nashville, Donato landed a gig with a house band, and eventually began his own band. From his album "Reflector," here is Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country with "Rose in a Garden."
Singer-songwriter Daniel Donato began his music journey after being inspired by popular video game "Guitar Hero." After busking in the streets of Nashville, Donato landed a gig with a house band, and eventually began his own band. From his album "Reflector," here is Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country with "Lose Your Mind."