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SpaceX cleared to launch massive rocket on Monday
The FAA has cleared SpaceX to launch the most powerful rocket ever put into orbit. The unpiloted test flight is scheduled for Monday.
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The FAA has cleared SpaceX to launch the most powerful rocket ever put into orbit. The unpiloted test flight is scheduled for Monday.
Flights resumed at Fort Lauderdale's airport Friday after a storm caused unprecedented flooding this week. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez shared details about the recovery efforts.
Experts have already said that the recurring climate pattern will "likely develop" this season.
Wednesday's storm in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, marked the rainiest day in the city's history and a 1,000-year rain event. CBS News senior weather producer David Parkinson explains more about this rare weather phenomenon.
Climate scientists estimate the warm weather pattern could begin to develop as early as May.
After decades of promises and disappointments -- renewable energy sources are finally taking hold in America. Vijay Vaitheeswaran, the global energy and climate innovation editor for The Economist, joined Prime Time to discuss what the future holds.
A wildlife park in the U.K. welcomed a "surprise" litter of otter triplets after their parents also welcomed a litter in 2022.
Sea level rise seen along the U.S. Southeast and Gulf coasts over the last decade are "unprecedented in at least 120 years," scientists found.
The price of many fruits and vegetables will be higher this spring and summer after a series of atmospheric rivers flooded farmland in California. CBS News climate reporter Cara Korte joins Lilia Luciano with more on her reporting.
Researchers at the summit of New England's tallest peak head out every hour on the hour to track temperature and humidity.
The Biden administration announced the release of three U.S. citizens from Russia, including Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva.
The face-off between Simone Biles and Suni Lee marked the first time two gold medalists competed against each other in the event.
A major tax package that would bolster the popular Child Tax Credit and cut taxes for businesses failed to advance in the Senate on Thursday in the face of widespread Republican opposition.
The Democratic Party began the formal vote to nominate Vice President Kamala Harris for president on Thursday.
Gen Xers and millennials have a higher risk of developing more than a dozen cancers than older generations, according to new research from the American Cancer Society.
A gag order put in place before former President Donald Trump's criminal trial will remain through his sentencing in September.
Don Lemon is suing Elon Musk and his social media platform after the billionaire abruptly scrapped a content partnership with the former CNN anchor.
U.S. Border Patrol agents made fewer than 60,000 migrant apprehensions along the U.S.-Mexico border in July, the lowest number since September 2020.
Kenyan national Kevin Kangethe, accused of murdering his girlfriend and leaving her body in an SUV at Boston's Logan Airport, will face U.S. justice.
It marked the fourth gold medal of the Games for American swimmers, to go along with 10 silver medals and six bronzes.
Stocks fell sharply after new economic data raised concerns the economy could be slowing faster than expected.
Viewers took issue with the ad in which a little girl's father uses Gemini AI to help her write a fan letter. Here's why.
Don Lemon is suing Elon Musk and his social media platform after the billionaire abruptly scrapped a content partnership with the former CNN anchor.
Cardi B shared the pregnancy news on social media showing images of herself in a flowing red gown that exposes her baby bump.
Most don't contest billing errors or denied coverage, even though doing so frequently works, the Commonwealth Fund says.
Stocks fell sharply after new economic data raised concerns the economy could be slowing faster than expected.
Viewers took issue with the ad in which a little girl's father uses Gemini AI to help her write a fan letter. Here's why.
Don Lemon is suing Elon Musk and his social media platform after the billionaire abruptly scrapped a content partnership with the former CNN anchor.
Fast-food and sit-down restaurants are dishing out promos to try to lure budget-conscious consumers back to their tables with value meals.
Despite frosty relations, the U.S. and the former Soviet Union have swapped prisoners for decades.
A gag order put in place before former President Donald Trump's criminal trial will remain through his sentencing in September.
President Biden said the deal would not have been possible without the help of U.S. allies, saying today is "a powerful example of why it's vital to have friends in this world."
Former President Donald Trump, who once called bitcoin "a scam," is now pitching himself as the pro-crypto presidential candidate. So what's fueling this change and how is the crypto industry reacting?
Candidates who pushed election conspiracies won primaries for offices that control elections across Arizona.
Most don't contest billing errors or denied coverage, even though doing so frequently works, the Commonwealth Fund says.
Gen Xers and millennials have a higher risk of developing more than a dozen cancers than older generations, according to new research from the American Cancer Society.
The majority of people are unfamiliar with life-saving screenings available for the disease, according to a survey from the American Lung Association. Here's what to know about risk factors and getting screened.
Chemotherapy deserts are expanding across the United States as hospitals winnow services to save money, creating financial and logistical hurdles for rural patience seeking cancer treatment.
A new study highlights new risk factors for dementia, as well as 12 previously known risk factors, and ways to combat them.
Swim legend Katie Ledecky earned her 13th Olympic medal in the women's 4 x 200m freestyle relay on Thursday, making her the most decorated female Olympian of all time.
Despite frosty relations, the U.S. and the former Soviet Union have swapped prisoners for decades.
Lee Kiefer has become the first American fencer to win three Olympic gold medals as the U.S. got its first-ever team fencing gold in women's team foil at the Paris Olympics.
Kenyan national Kevin Kangethe, accused of murdering his girlfriend and leaving her body in an SUV at Boston's Logan Airport, will face U.S. justice.
A Russian assassin jailed for life in Germany is among the Russians being released as part of the U.S.-Russia prisoner exchange.
Cardi B shared the pregnancy news on social media showing images of herself in a flowing red gown that exposes her baby bump.
Shania Twain returns to Las Vegas with her third residency, "Come On Over," at Planet Hollywood. The show celebrates her record-breaking album and reflects on her career.
Longtime MTV "The Challenge" host TJ Lavin discusses the new season, his favorite part of hosting and why the series has become a global phenomenon.
StubHub faces allegations of misleading customers by adding significant fees at the final checkout stage, a practice known as "drip pricing." This tactic has prompted a lawsuit from Washington D.C.'s attorney general, who claims that StubHub's hidden fees can increase the total cost of tickets by up to 40%.
Shania Twain, whose album "Come On Over" remains the best-selling by a female solo artist, is set to return to Las Vegas for her third residency at Planet Hollywood. Anthony Mason sat down with the country-pop superstar to discuss her career, songwriting and iconic looks.
Etsy Insider members will receive free shipping on purchases and discounts on certain products, among other perks.
Google search showed users financial products that could cost them $1,000 more than others.
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.
Microsoft said some of its 365 apps are experiencing problems, with the problems coming less than two weeks after the CrowdStrike outage.
OpenAI, the makers of ChatGPT, are launching SearchGPT, a highly-anticipated search engine powered by artificial intelligence that gives users real-time information from across the internet. Kylie Robison, senior AI reporter for the Verge, joined CBS News to discuss how it works.
Patterns like those of birds and bees are influencing Dutch scientists' research on "self-flying" swarms of tiny drones.
As of Wednesday evening, California's Park Fire has grown to more than 389,000 acres and is only 18% contained. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has been following the developments.
As of Monday evening, California's Park Fire had burned through 370,000 acres -- roughly half the size of Rhode Island. It's the biggest fire in the Golden State since 2020. CBS News national correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
In Canada, a fast-moving fire has ravaged the resort town of Jasper, Alberta. In Northern California, fires have burned 164,000 acres of land. CBS News Sacramento reporter Kayla Moeller joins from Chico, California, with more on the wildfires.
Scientists say a common painkiller used on cattle wiped out India's vultures, resulting in half a million human deaths in just 5 years.
New video appears to show the shooter who targeted former President Donald Trump on top of a building moments before he fired at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
Kenyan national Kevin Kangethe, accused of murdering his girlfriend and leaving her body in an SUV at Boston's Logan Airport, will face U.S. justice.
A gag order put in place before former President Donald Trump's criminal trial will remain through his sentencing in September.
An inmate was sentenced to more than four years in prison Thursday for his role in the 2018 killing of the infamous gangster James "Whitey" Bulger.
Slain Airman Roger Fortson's brother, Andre Fortson, was killed this week near Atlanta, attorney Ben Crump said.
A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket lifted off from Florida's Cape Canaveral on Tuesday, carrying a secret payload for the U.S. Space Force into orbit for a national security mission. The launch also marked the 100th national security mission carried out by ULA. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins with more.
Tuesday's flight was the Atlas 5's final national security mission as builder United Launch Alliance transitions to new Vulcan rockets.
SpaceX put 67 Starlinks into orbit while Boeing carried out successful tests of its Starliner capsule.
Engineers say they're still troubleshooting issues discovered aboard the Boeing Starliner spacecraft that took NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams into space. They were originally supposed to spend eight days aboard the International Space Station. They've now been up there for almost eight weeks.
NASA and Boeing managers are increasingly confident the Starliner capsule is good to go for re-entry and landing.
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 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."
The Illinois mom wrote, "If something ever happens to me, please make sure the number one person of interest is Tim." Take a look at the evidence that led to Tim Bliefnick's arrest.
Heat and humidity levels could dampen efforts to contain the Park Fire in Northern California as firefighters work to push back flames. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more.
New video appears to show the shooter who targeted former President Donald Trump on top of a building moments before he fired at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
The families of three American citizens and one legal permanent resident are awaiting the return of their family members who have been held captive in Russia. Their release is part of a monumental prisoner swap that involved Germany, Russia and other nations. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Olivia Gazis report.
The decision to involve other nations that provided leverage in a prisoner swap with Russia appears to have helped the U.S. negotiate terms for the historic exchange underway Thursday. Erin Banco, a POLITICO national security reporter, joins CBS News with more details.
New research shows Gen Xers and millennials have a higher risk of developing more than a dozen cancers than their parents and older generations. CBS News' Tom Hanson has one cancer survivor's story.