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Blue Origin suffered a significant setback on Thursday night when one of its rockets exploded on the launch pad. The massive fireball could be seen for miles. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins to assess what's next.
Blue Origin assess the impact of Thursday's New Glenn explosion, prompting concern about NASA moon program delays.
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, Astrolab, Lunar Outpost and Firefly Aerospace are awarded with hundreds of millions of dollars in NASA contracts for the first phase of its moon base plans.
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
Artemis II astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen shared details about their historic trip around the moon, including funny moments, during a CBS News town hall. The astronauts were also joined by "Apollo 13" director Ron Howard. Here are a few highlights.
Artemis II astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen join "CBS Mornings" for a special live town hall where they share details about their historic moon mission and take questions from students, the next generation of space explorers.
Bill Nye The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more after meeting the Artemis II crew in person after their successful mission around the moon.
The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
Last month the Artemis II crew completed its historic mission, traveling to the far side of the moon. In 2028, NASA plans to send astronauts back to the moon. Mark Strassmann reports on what comes next for the Artemis missions.
Artemis astronaut Christina Koch explained the crew's broken toilet troubles and why she thinks showers in space "are great." The crew appeared on "CBS Mornings" for a CBS News town hall.
The Artemis II crew surprised a 5-year-old boy space enthusiast and answered "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King's true or false questions about burping in space and whether you become taller in space. The crew appeared for a CBS News town hall "Artemis II: A Celebration of Heroes."
Bill Nye The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins "CBS Mornings" to demonstrate some experiments that break down the Artemis II mission.
During a CBS News town hall with the Artemis II crew, Victor Glover spoke about being the first person of color to fly to or around the moon. "I focused a lot on working with this team," Glover told the audience.
Artemis astronauts answered questions from students on the advice they would give to aspiring astronauts, their dream for space exploration, and also detailed the toilet malfunction and what showering in space was like.
The Artemis II astronauts joined "CBS Mornings" for a live town hall where they took questions from kids just weeks after returning from their historic moon mission.
In a heartwarming moment, the Artemis II crew surprised Jack, a 5-year-old space enthusiast and aspiring astronaut, with a new spacesuit signed by the astronauts.
Artemis II pilot Victor Glover spoke about his dreams for space exploration, which includes astronauts making it to Mars one day. The crew also revealed if they would return to space.
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
Ron Howard joined "CBS Mornings" to talk about directing his 11995 film, "Apollo 13," and the duality of watching the Artemis II astronauts' liftoff in April. The crew also shared how Howard's film impacted them, and Howard recalled a story where he told Kevin Bacon, "You get 10 extra close-ups if you keep your mouth shut!"
The plumbing issues aboard the Orion capsule became headline news in the early days of the historic Artemis II mission.
While taking questions from students, Artemis II commander Reid Wiseman encouraged the live "CBS Mornings" studio audience to "find the thing you love doing" when considering your future.
Crew members from the Artemis II mission reveal what food they ate during their lunar flyby mission and what you can't eat while in space.
Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch discussed her experience on the historic spaceflight and how it differed from her extended stays on the International Space Station.
Artemis II astronauts revealed what they were munching on as they waited for rescue forces to open the Orion Capsule's hatch after splashdown. The bag of candy was in Christina Koch's spacesuit pocket.
The Artemis II crew addressed on "CBS Mornings" the issues they had with the toilet during their historic spaceflight. Astronaut Victor Glover explained the toilet actually didn't fail, saying "it was the venting system that emptied the tank."
President Trump said Friday that Iran must agree to never have a nuclear weapon and to reopen the Strait or Hormuz immediately, without tolls.
A judge blocked the Kennedy Center from closing its doors during renovations, and ruled that its board acted unlawfully by adding President Trump's name to the building. The president reacted by saying he wants Congress to take it over.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine has received intelligence indicating Russia will launch an assault involving drones and missiles.
Federal agents from FBI and IRS probed the SPLC's paid informant program starting in Trump's first term.
Blue Origin assess the impact of Thursday's New Glenn explosion, prompting concern about NASA moon program delays.
Most artists announced for the Freedom 250 concert series in Washington, D.C., this summer, say they won't be performing.
The five deaths came in vehicles that were struck by the bus when it did not slow down for traffic, Virginia State Police said.
The lead rescue diver told "CBS Mornings" earlier Friday that teaching the trapped miners how to scuba dive might be the only way to free them.
Consumers have kept the economy chugging along despite financial pressures. But some signs suggest they could be losing steam, experts say.
Consumers have kept the economy chugging along despite financial pressures. But some signs suggest they could be losing steam, experts say.
Jose Yugar-Cruz, who had been granted protection from deportation to his home country in South America, has been temporarily released from ICE custody.
Experts point to several factors, from tariffs to weather, behind the rapid price increase in the humble tomato.
A judge blocked the Kennedy Center from closing its doors during renovations, and ruled that its board acted unlawfully by adding President Trump's name to the building. The president reacted by saying he wants Congress to take it over.
Federal agents from FBI and IRS probed the SPLC's paid informant program starting in Trump's first term.
Consumers have kept the economy chugging along despite financial pressures. But some signs suggest they could be losing steam, experts say.
Experts point to several factors, from tariffs to weather, behind the rapid price increase in the humble tomato.
Southwest is walking back some recent changes in its policies for passengers who require a second seat.
The rush to build thousands of U.S. data centers is driving demand for some workers, though economists project fewer permanent jobs.
The department said it is preparing for the banknote in response to legislation proposed last year.
A judge blocked the Kennedy Center from closing its doors during renovations, and ruled that its board acted unlawfully by adding President Trump's name to the building. The president reacted by saying he wants Congress to take it over.
Federal agents from FBI and IRS probed the SPLC's paid informant program starting in Trump's first term.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine has received intelligence indicating Russia will launch an assault involving drones and missiles.
The Louisiana Legislature passed a new congressional map that would leave the state with only one of its two majority-Black districts.
The Justice Department announced the $1.7 billion fund as part of a settlement of a civil lawsuit President Trump brought against the IRS.
U.S. government plans to open a quarantine center for Americans exposed to Ebola on an air base in Kenya have been temporarily halted by a court order.
Infectious disease specialists say the viruses are unlikely to become pandemics, but some are still raising concerns about the federal health response.
The Trump administration announced plans to set up an Ebola quarantine and treatment center in Kenya for Americans exposed to the deadly virus overseas. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is now saying no Ebola patients will be allowed into the U.S. Mark Strassmann reports.
In the 1800s, Hartford, Connecticut, picked up the nickname, "The Insurance Capital of the World." Tony Dokoupil visits the city to ask people about rising insurance and healthcare costs.
Uganda on Wednesday ordered the closure of its border with Congo, where suspected cases of a rare type of Ebola are surging.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine has received intelligence indicating Russia will launch an assault involving drones and missiles.
Police in Canada and around the world have been investigating more than 100 suicides linked to Kenneth Law.
The lead rescue diver told "CBS Mornings" earlier Friday that teaching the trapped miners how to scuba dive might be the only way to free them.
In the U.S. military's latest war games, AI took a front seat. A top commander told CBS News "it's not going to go away, and we ignore it at our own peril."
U.S. government plans to open a quarantine center for Americans exposed to Ebola on an air base in Kenya have been temporarily halted by a court order.
Musician Wyclef Jean is on a journey to release 7 albums as part of a single project titled "Quantum Leap." Jean joined CBS News with more details.
Grammy Award-winning artist Wyclef Jean released a new single, "Mr. October," from his new album "Clef Notes," which comes out June 26. The album is the first installment of this seven-album project "Quantum Leap." Jean joins to discuss why he plans to release seven albums in one year and the story behind his new single.
AI-powered shopping app Phia, founded by Bill and Melinda French Gates' daughter Phoebe Gates and Sophia Kianni, announced dozens of celebrity investors. Gates and Kianni share how they started the app and what's next.
Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old eighth grader from Rancho Cucamonga, California, won the 98th annual Scripps National Spelling Bee. Lilia Luciano reports.
To mark the centenary of Marilyn Monroe, her last interview and last formal photo shoot, for Life Magazine writer Richard Meryman and photographer Allan Grant, are now presented in an expanded edition for the first time.
Last week, President Trump was expected to sign an executive order on artificial intelligence, but abruptly postponed the event. Politico White House reporter Diana Nerozzi joins to examine what happened.
Dating apps are matching up with artificial intelligence as romance-seekers demand new ways to find love. Venture capitalist Matt Shumer joins "CBS Mornings" with more details.
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.
Pope Leo has released the first encyclical of his papacy, focusing on humanity and, in part, warning of the risks posed by the growing use of artificial intelligence. The message comes amid growing dissent among young people over AI. Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, joins to discuss.
A Google employee has been arrested for allegedly using insider information to make $1 million on Polymarket. Dustin Gouker, publisher of the Event Horizon newsletter on prediction markets, joins CBS News to discuss.
The new species, named Microeledone galapagensis, has a blue hue, which is believed to be the rarest color in nature.
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi was heckled by Epstein abuse survivors before she entered a closed-door interview to testify for House Oversight Committee members about the Justice Department's Epstein probe. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports.
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi is testifying privately before members of the House Oversight Committee on the botched Justice Department rollout of the Epstein files. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Police in Canada and around the world have been investigating more than 100 suicides linked to Kenneth Law.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from moving forward with work on the new "anti-weaponization" fund, including making any payouts. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports.
The Department of Justice is investigating the outside funding that Trump accuser E. Jean Carroll received for her civil lawsuits against the president. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
Blue Origin assess the impact of Thursday's New Glenn explosion, prompting concern about NASA moon program delays.
A rare blue micromoon will appear in night skies this weekend. Here's what to expect.
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, Astrolab, Lunar Outpost and Firefly Aerospace are awarded with hundreds of millions of dollars in NASA contracts for the first phase of its moon base plans.
China has launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with three astronauts heading to its space station.
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi testified behind closed doors on Friday as a part of the House Oversight Committee's investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Annie Farmer, an Epstein survivor, reacts to Bondi's testimony.
Blue Origin suffered a significant setback on Thursday night when one of its rockets exploded on the launch pad. The massive fireball could be seen for miles. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins to assess what's next.
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi defended the Justice Department's handling of the Epstein files on Capitol Hill on Friday. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the details.
Last week's primary elections likely gave democratic socialists another voice in Congress. Democratic voters in Pennsylvania's Philadelphia-based 3rd Congressional District, the most Democratic district in the nation, nominated Chris Rabb. Rabb joins "The Takeout" to discuss the significance of his victory.
There are deepening fears of an imminent large-scale Russian attack on Kyiv. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy about the state of the war.