Eclipse tourists faced heavy traffic and long delays driving home
Some eclipse tourists said trips took twice as long as they normally would require, adding hours of travel time to return home.
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Space station captures image of moon's shadow during solar eclipse
NASA flight engineers managed to photograph and videotape the moon's shadow on Earth about 260 miles below them.
Bonnie Tyler hit soars on music charts during eclipse
"Every now and then it hits the charts," she wrote.
Couple gets engaged on flight to see total solar eclipse
"It seemed like I could never come up with anything else so special to propose to her," Neil Albstein said.
Missed the total solar eclipse? Watch video of key moments.
A total solar eclipse darkened skies across the U.S. Tens of millions witnessed it in the "path of totality."
Zoo animals got quiet, exhibited nighttime behavior during total solar eclipse
During the eclipse, zoo animals across the U.S. displayed some unique behaviors, such as acting as they usually do at night.
Photos from total solar eclipse show awe as moon covers sun
See amazing images of the April 8, 2024 eclipse in Mexico, the U.S. and Canada.
Look at the solar eclipse too long? Doctors explain signs of eye damage
Did you hurt your eyes by looking at the solar eclipse without glasses? Here are signs of sun damage.
NASA breaks down eclipse radiation myths
NASA says there are several radiation myths connected to the eclipse.
Bill Nye shares tips for eclipse: "Be in the moment"
Bill Nye the Science Guy encouraged people to take in their surroundings, saying the eclipse is a great shared experience.
Is it safe to take pictures of the solar eclipse with your phone?
Experts warn against pointing your phone's camera directly at the sun. Here are a few tricks for photographing the solar eclipse — or snapping a selfie.
Why do you need special glasses to watch a solar eclipse? Doctors explain.
Why is looking at the solar eclipse dangerous? Eye doctors explain why you need to wear special glasses for protection — and what happens if you don't.
When is the next total solar eclipse in the U.S.?
The next solar eclipses where parts of North America will experience totality won't be until 2044 and 2045.
What time the solar eclipse started, reached peak totality and ended
The 2024 solar eclipse fascinated millions across the U.S. — and those in the "path of totality" got to experience a few minutes of darkness during its daytime peak.
How often do total solar eclipses happen?
How often do total solar eclipses, like the one on April 8, occur? It was the first in the U.S. since 2017, and the nation won't get another until 2044.
Why do total solar eclipses happen? Learn what causes the celestial show
The moon will shroud parts of North America in darkness when the total solar eclipse happens today, April 8. Here's what causes the phenomenon and why.
How to make pinhole cameras to watch the 2024 solar eclipse safely
Can't find solar eclipse glasses? Here's how to make a pinhole camera viewer using a cereal box.
See the list of notable total solar eclipses in the U.S. since 1778
Total solar eclipses are rare. This list shows the history of the phenomenon in the United States.
What happens during a solar eclipse? Experts explain the awe-inspiring phenomena to expect on April 8
Monday's total eclipse of the sun will be viewable across a swath of 13 states. Learn what happens during an eclipse, and about preparations in one Arkansas town that is expected to double in size due to eclipse tourism traffic.
When was the last total solar eclipse in the U.S.? Revisiting 2017
When the last total solar eclipse cast darkness across the U.S. in 2017, people across the country were captivated by the show.
Solar eclipse maps show 2024 totality path, peak times across the U.S.
Astronomy fans figuring out where and what time to see the April 8, 2024, total solar eclipse could check out maps showing the path of totality.
Are your eclipse glasses safe? How to tell for the total solar eclipse.
The 2024 total solar eclipse is today. Here's how to check your solar glasses and tell if they're safe to use.
Eclipse seekers in Texas may get clouds, but New England looks clear
Meteorologists now feel increasingly confident in models that show some parts of the country looking golden for the eclipse on Monday, April 8. Other parts of the country, though, may end up in a cloudy bust.
The solar eclipse could deliver a $6 billion economic boom
The total eclipse on April 8 will bring an economic boom to cities and towns in more than 12 states, from Texas to Vermont.
Hotel prices soar as tourists flock to see solar eclipse
High demand for hotels, flights and cars in towns along the path of totality means "kooky crazy" prices, says one eclipse chaser.
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Archaeologists discover mass grave from Roman Empire-era battle
Experts at the Vienna Museum provided a public presentation of the mass grave this week, which had the bodies of more than 100 people.
Astronauts on unexpected 9-month space mission
Originally scheduled for just 8 days aboard the International Space Station, the two astronauts spent over 9 months in orbit due to delays with their Boeing Starliner return. Now back on Earth, they share how they coped, what they missed most, and how the mission unexpectedly became political.
Icelandic volcano erupts, shutting down popular tourist attraction
Authorities in Iceland were forced by a new volcanic eruption to evacuate dozens of homes and shut down the hugely popular Blue Lagoon tourist attraction.
SpaceX's Fram2 launch sends civilian crew into flight around Earth's poles
The international all-civilian Fram2 crew is the first in space history to fly to orbit with no licensed pilot or trained astronaut on board.
Ancient wasp snatched prey like Venus flytrap, scientists say
"I've seen a lot of strange insects, but this has to be one of the most peculiar-looking ones I've seen in a while," said one entomologist.
Millions of bees have died this year: "Worst bee loss in recorded history"
Bees play a key role in the U.S. food supply, and the mass deaths could jeopardize that.
Is carbon capture a solution to the climate crisis?
Carbon capture chemically removes CO2 from the air, to store or recycle into products. But is this technology – underwritten by the fossil fuel industry – an effective means to address climate change?
Is carbon capture a solution to the climate crisis?
As a tool to address rising greenhouse gas emissions, carbon capture chemically removes carbon dioxide from the air, to store or recycle into products. The company behind a new plant to be opened this summer claims the facility will remove 500,000 tons of CO2 a year. But is this form of carbon capture – underwritten by the fossil fuel industry – an effective means to address climate change? Correspondent David Pogue looks at the technology behind this initiative, and the controversy it has raised.
Bones of mammoths butchered for their tusks unearthed by archaeologists
Remains of five mammoths were found archaeologists from the Austrian Academy of Sciences said Thursday in a news statement.
Venus will pass between the Earth and sun on Saturday
Our planet's closest and brightest neighbor will pass approximately between the Earth and sun this week, in what's called an inferior conjunction.
New evidence about dark energy may be "cusp of a major discovery"
The new findings come from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI), which sits on a telescope at the Kitt Peak National Observatory in Arizona.
What to know about the first day of spring
The first day of spring, also known as the vernal equinox, has arrived in the Northern Hemisphere on March 20, 2025.
Construction work unearths remains of 33 skeletons, woman's shoe
So far, 33 skeletons have been found near a notorious prison, officials said. The grisly find included the discovery of footwear, including the remnants of a woman's shoe.
Astronauts return after extended space stay
Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunny Williams returned to Earth on Tuesday in a SpaceX capsule after their original 8-day mission turned into more than nine months at the International Space Station. As they celebrate with their families, their next challenge will be adjusting to the pull of gravity on Earth.
Webb telescope's images of exoplanets "stunned researchers," NASA says
The gas giants outside our solar system are not capable of hosting extraterrestrial life, but do offer clues in a lingering mystery about how distant planets form, researchers said.
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Federal judge temporarily blocks $11 billion in cuts to public health funding
A judge in Rhode Island on Thursday blocked $11 billion in public health funding while a lawsuit from 23 states and D.C. plays out.
Judge likely to begin contempt proceedings against DOJ over deportation flights
A federal judge said he's likely to begin contempt proceedings against government for failing to answer questions about deportation flights under the Alien Enemies Act.
Here's what economists are saying about Trump's tariffs
Economists say that President Trump's wide-ranging new tariffs raise the risk of a recession or stagflation.
Lawmakers pursue avenues to counter Trump tariffs
Backlash to President Trump's tariffs cropped up throughout Capitol Hill on Thursday, as Democrats, and some Republicans, expressed concern about the sweeping levies on foreign imports.
Uncertainty for federal workers fired then rehired: "What a mess"
Thousands of probationary employees were rehired by federal agencies after lawsuits challenging the legality of their terminations. But many of them still aren't working.
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Here's what economists are saying about Trump's tariffs
Economists say that President Trump's wide-ranging new tariffs raise the risk of a recession or stagflation.
Uncertainty for federal workers fired then rehired: "What a mess"
Thousands of probationary employees were rehired by federal agencies after lawsuits challenging the legality of their terminations. But many of them still aren't working.
Ford offers employee pricing to car shoppers as auto tariffs kick in
Ford rolls out employee pricing promotion as new 25% tariffs on U.S. auto imports take effect.
Stellantis to pause production at Windsor plant, lay off 900 workers in Midwest
Jeep-maker Stellantis is idling production at plants in Canada and Mexico and will temporarily lay off 900 workers in the Midwest.
Trump's tariffs target remote Australian territory inhabited by penguins
The Trump administration hit the remote Australian territory Heard Island and McDonald Islands with a 10% tariff, but no humans inhabit the islands.
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Federal judge temporarily blocks $11 billion in cuts to public health funding
A judge in Rhode Island on Thursday blocked $11 billion in public health funding while a lawsuit from 23 states and D.C. plays out.
Judge likely to begin contempt proceedings against DOJ over deportation flights
A federal judge said he's likely to begin contempt proceedings against government for failing to answer questions about deportation flights under the Alien Enemies Act.
Dr. Oz confirmed to head agency that oversees Medicare and Medicaid
The Senate confirmed Dr. Mehmet Oz is a party line 53-45 vote to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Lawmakers pursue avenues to counter Trump tariffs
Backlash to President Trump's tariffs cropped up throughout Capitol Hill on Thursday, as Democrats, and some Republicans, expressed concern about the sweeping levies on foreign imports.
Uncertainty for federal workers fired then rehired: "What a mess"
Thousands of probationary employees were rehired by federal agencies after lawsuits challenging the legality of their terminations. But many of them still aren't working.
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Federal judge temporarily blocks $11 billion in cuts to public health funding
A judge in Rhode Island on Thursday blocked $11 billion in public health funding while a lawsuit from 23 states and D.C. plays out.
RFK Jr. cuts CDC labs investigating STD and hepatitis outbreaks
CDC officials are warning of delays and disruptions due to cuts to laboratory staff.
Hailey Okula, nurse influencer, dies from childbirth complications
Hailey Okula, a 33-year-old known online as "Nurse Hailey," died after giving birth to her first child, a son named Crew. She had dealt with infertility for almost two years.
Trump's DEI undoing undermines accommodations for disabled people
From halting diversity programs that benefit disabled workers to federal staffing cuts, the Trump administration has taken a slew of actions that harm people with disabilities.
Here's how cuts at NIH could impact cancer patients
The Trump administration's cuts to the National Institutes of Health has some worried about stalls in research and medicine.
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Trump's tariffs target remote Australian territory inhabited by penguins
The Trump administration hit the remote Australian territory Heard Island and McDonald Islands with a 10% tariff, but no humans inhabit the islands.
New search for MH370 suspended just weeks after it got underway
Malaysia says the latest hunt for missing flight MH370 has been suspended after less than 6 weeks, as "it's not the season" to scour the Indian Ocean.
Rare life-sized statues of toga-clad couple found in Pompeii tomb
The couple may have been married, and the woman appears to have been a priestess, researchers said.
BBC News sneaks in to reveal devastation as Myanmar quake toll tops 3,000
Myanmar's military rulers have kept journalists out since the devastating earthquake, so CBS News' partners at the BBC went undercover to reveal the scale of the disaster.
Stocks slide around the world as investors recoil from Trump tariffs
U.S. financial markets look set to crater in early as trade, with Dow future down nearly 1,300 points.
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Aisha Bowe on her journey from community college to rocket scientist
Aerospace engineer Aisha Bowe opens up about joining the historic all-female Blue Origin space flight.
Bruce Springsteen releasing "Lost Albums" with songs never heard before
Bruce Springsteen announced "Tracks II: The Lost Albums" will feature seven full-length albums that were never released from 1983-2018.
Deborah Norville on leaving "Inside Edition"
Deborah Norville, the longest-serving female anchor in American TV history, says this will be her final season at "Inside Edition." She joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about what's next after three decades on the show.
Tucker Wetmore on debut album
Fresh off his first No. 1 hit and ACM nomination, Tucker Wetmore talks to "CBS Mornings Plus" about his journey to a billion streams and what fans can expect from "What Not To."
Nintendo Switch 2 unveiled
The next generation of Nintendo gaming is here. Tech expert Bridget Carey joins us to break down what to know about the Switch 2 ahead of its June 5 release and why it's already a must-have for Millennials and Gen Z.
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Nintendo unveils new Switch 2 console
Nintendo has unveiled its next console, the Switch 2. Washington Post reporter Gene Park joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the new user experience, the price and possible security concerns.
Amazon tells White House it's interested in buying TikTok
Amazon has expressed interest in buying TikTok ahead of deadline for ByteDance to sell the social media app or face a U.S. ban.
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.
What to know about RedNote
CBS News Confirmed looks at why users are flocking to RedNote, the new Chinese app raising red flags over data privacy and propaganda, as TikTok faces a potential U.S. ban.
Growing demand to power AI, cryptocurrency
As cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence advancements are made, U.S. demand for the energy needed to power massive mining and data centers grows. David Turk, former deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss how much energy the U.S. needs and the potential environmental impacts.
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Archaeologists discover mass grave from Roman Empire-era battle
Experts at the Vienna Museum provided a public presentation of the mass grave this week, which had the bodies of more than 100 people.
Astronauts on unexpected 9-month space mission
Originally scheduled for just 8 days aboard the International Space Station, the two astronauts spent over 9 months in orbit due to delays with their Boeing Starliner return. Now back on Earth, they share how they coped, what they missed most, and how the mission unexpectedly became political.
Icelandic volcano erupts, shutting down popular tourist attraction
Authorities in Iceland were forced by a new volcanic eruption to evacuate dozens of homes and shut down the hugely popular Blue Lagoon tourist attraction.
SpaceX's Fram2 launch sends civilian crew into flight around Earth's poles
The international all-civilian Fram2 crew is the first in space history to fly to orbit with no licensed pilot or trained astronaut on board.
Ancient wasp snatched prey like Venus flytrap, scientists say
"I've seen a lot of strange insects, but this has to be one of the most peculiar-looking ones I've seen in a while," said one entomologist.
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Man wanted for murder breaks leg trying to flee from U.S. Marshals
Charles Ray Blevins, 38, allegedly shot and killed a man while on parole in 2019.
What to know about federal executions as DOJ seeks death penalty for Mangione
Each death penalty case is authorized by the DOJ headquarters in Washington, D.C., in consultation with local U.S. Attorney offices, who prosecute the cases.
Man accused of trying to kill Kavanaugh intends to plead guilty, court docs show
Nicholas Roske was found outside Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh's home with a gun and a knife in 2022.
Adams reacts to judge dismissing case
New York City Mayor Eric Adams touted a judge's decision to dismiss his federal corruption case with prejudice. Adams faced several counts of bribery, conspiracy and campaign finance violations. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Fugitive leader of notorious Ecuador drug gang is indicted in U.S.
José Adolfo Macías Villamar — known as "Fito" — has led Los Choneros and its "network of assassins and drug and weapon traffickers" since at least 2020, federal prosecutors said.
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Aisha Bowe on her journey from community college to rocket scientist
Aerospace engineer Aisha Bowe opens up about joining the historic all-female Blue Origin space flight.
Aisha Bowe prepares for liftoff
Aisha Bowe, a former NASA rocket scientist and tech founder, will become the first person of Bahamian heritage to travel to space. She joins Gayle King and an all-female Blue Origin crew launching April 14 and joins "CBS Mornings' to talk about how she is preparing.
"City-killer" asteroid has slim chance of striking moon, experts say
The 2024 YR4 asteroid has a near-zero chance of striking Earth, but a slim chance of hitting the moon, new research says.
NASA's SPHEREx space telescope releases its first images
The first images captured by NASA's SPHEREx space telescope showed tens of thousands of stars and galaxies.
Wilmore, Williams on space stay
Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams are sharing more details about their experience in space aboard the International Space Station after their time in Boeing's Starliner capsule. CBS News' Mark Strassmann spoke to the pair about their journey.
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Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
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Wall Street sees nearly $2 trillion in losses
Thursday was Wall Street's worst day since 2020 as investors reacted to President Trump's sweeping new tariffs on all nations. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady, Weijia Jiang and Caitlin Huey-Burns have the details.
Countries look to retaliate against tariffs
Foreign leaders lined up on Thursday to condemn President Trump's wide-reaching trade taxes, promising countermeasures of their own. Enda Curran, global economics reporter for Bloomberg, joins "America Decides" to unpack the international fallout.
Pentagon watchdog to evaluate Signal leak
The Pentagon's Inspector General's Office said it will look into whether Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of Signal complied with Defense Department policies. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Stocks see biggest wipeout since 2020
Stocks cratered in the U.S. on Thursday, one day after President Trump unveiled his plans for a 10% baseline tariff on all nations and higher levies for some. CBS News' John Dickerson anchors a special report.
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