NASA astronauts on being selected for Artemis II mission: "What we live for"
The Artemis II mission is intended to pave the way toward the next moon landing and eventually fly to Mars.
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NASA announces crew of next moon mission
NASA has chosen a crew of three men and one woman for the Artemis II mission around the moon next year. Mark Strassmann met the astronauts assigned to NASA's first lunar mission in more than half a century.
NASA announces crew for first trip back to moon
Three men and one woman have been selected for NASA's next planned flight to the moon. For the first time ever, the crew of astronauts headed for the moon include a woman and a Black man. Mark Strassmann reports.
NASA announces crew of next moon mission
NASA has chosen a crew of three men and one woman for a mission to circle the moon next year. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood joins us with details on the astronauts and plans for their historic flight.
NASA introduces Artemis II moon mission crew
Three NASA veterans and a Canadian rookie will make up the crew of the Artemis II mission to circle the moon next year. Watch a portion of NASA's event introducing the four astronauts, Reid Wiseman, Christina Koch, Victor Glover and Jeremy Hansen.
NASA introduces next astronauts to fly to the moon
Three NASA veterans, including one of the world's most experienced female spacewalkers, and a Canadian rookie astronaut will fly around the moon next year.
NASA's new moonwalking spacesuit unveiled
NASA and Axiom Space are unveiling the design of the new spacesuit that will be worn by the next man and first woman to land on the moon as part of the Artemis III mission. Mark Strassmann traveled to Houston to get a sneak peek of the new suit.
See the 5 "Easter eggs" NASA hid onboard the Orion spacecraft
The space agency paid tribute to leaders past and present — and found a way to fly Frank Sinatra to the moon.
NASA's Artemis I mission a success
NASA is celebrating the success of its Artemis I mission after its Orion capsule returned to Earth over the weekend, completing a 25-day voyage around the moon. Mat Kaplan, a host of the Planetary Society's Planetary Radio, joins CBS News with more on the significance of the mission and what comes next for NASA.
NASA's Artemis I spacecraft returns to Earth
NASA is celebrating the successful return of its Artemis I Orion spacecraft after the agency's most ambitious lunar mission in half a century. As Mark Strassmann reports, astronauts could be climbing aboard next.
Stunning photos from NASA's Artemis I moon mission
The Orion spacecraft sent back some amazing pictures from its 25-day, 1.4-million-mile journey around the moon.
Artemis 1 moonship returns to Earth with picture-perfect splashdown
The successful return to Earth marks a major milestone in NASA's plans to return astronauts to the surface of the moon.
Artemis 1 moon mission in final phase
NASA's Orion spacecraft will make its way back to earth Sunday, completing the nearly monthlong Artemis 1 mission. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood explains the importance of this mission in getting humans back on the moon as we mark 50 years since Apollo 17, the last lunar landing.
Artemis moonship heads back to Earth on last leg of test flight
A final major engine firing went off without a hitch to put the Orion capsule on course for Sunday re-entry and splashdown.
NASA breaks record on moon mission
NASA's Orion capsule has reached the farthest distance from Earth of any spacecraft intended to carry humans, and it sent back incredible new pictures of the surface of the moon. CBS News' Cristian Benavides reports on the latest on the Artemis I lunar mission.
Artemis 1 moonship in good shape midway through mission
Managers say the unpiloted Orion spacecraft is "operating just tremendously well" halfway through its planned 25-day mission.
NASA managers thrilled with initial results of moon mission
After a spectacular lunar flyby, the Orion capsule is headed toward a distant orbit around the moon.
NASA's Orion capsule races past the moon in a course-changing flyby
A critical rocket firing on the back side of the moon sent the Orion capsule toward a distant orbit for extended tests.
An update on NASA's plans to go back to the moon
After months of delays, this past Wednesday, Artemis 1, NASA's new moon rocket, carrying an unmanned Orion crew capsule, rose into Florida's night sky. 60 Minutes reported on Artemis, a project led mostly by women, last year.
How NASA's first female launch director celebrated Artemis launch
Blackwell-Thompson is the first woman to direct a NASA launch. She celebrated by cutting off the end of her tie.
NASA launches Artemis rocket on a mission to the moon
After a series of delays, the 322-foot-tall Artemis moon rocket finally blasted off with an eruption of white-hot fire and an earth-shaking roar
Watch live: NASA set for 3rd attempt to launch Artemis rocket to the moon
If all goes well, the SLS rocket will send an unpiloted Orion capsule on a nearly monthlong journey to circle the moon and return to Earth.
NASA clears Artemis moon rocket for launch early Wednesday
Engineers concluded hurricane-damaged insulation poses no credible threat to the $4.1 billion rocket.
NASA orders review of hurricane-damaged insulation before moon rocket launch
High winds caused a thin strip of caulk-like material known as RTV to delaminate and pull away from the base of the crew capsule's protective nose cone at the top of the rocket.
Initial assessment of moon rocket shows no damage in wake of hurricane
Initial inspections revealed no major damage, but a detailed assessment will be carried out to make sure.
Pope Francis has died at the age of 88, the Vatican says
Pope Francis made it his mission to change the perception of the Catholic Church around the world.
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Pope Francis mourned worldwide as Catholic Church prepares for next chapter
Pope Francis died Monday at the age of 88. As tributes pour in from around the world, the Vatican faces a transition.
Delta plane catches fire at Orlando airport, passengers evacuate on slides
Delta Air Lines Flight 1213 was pushing back from the gate in Orlando when an engine caught fire, the FAA said.
Dow drops 1,000 points as Trump renews criticism of Fed chief Powell
The stock market tumbled Monday as Wall Street grapples with ongoing tariff uncertainty and President Trump's attacks on Jerome Powell.
What happens next after Pope Francis' death?
The death of Pope Francis initiates a centuries-old process of rituals and traditions culminating with a conclave to choose his successor.
Hegseth shared details of Yemen strike in another Signal chat, sources say
The messages were sent the same day Hegseth shared similar details in a separate Signal chat that inadvertently included The Atlantic's editor-in-chief.
Supreme Court considers dispute involving ACA's preventive-care coverage
The Affordable Care Act requires health insurers and group health plans to cover certain preventive-care services recommended by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force at no cost to patients.
Trumps host White House Easter Egg Roll with corporate sponsorships
The 2025 Easter Egg Roll is being held only hours after Pope Francis died at age 88.
Vance, Modi set to meet in India with Trump's tariffs taking center stage
Vice President JD Vance is in India on a four-day visit as New Delhi looks to avoid U.S. tariffs, negotiate a bilateral trade deal with Washington and strengthen ties with the Trump administration.
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Delta plane catches fire at Orlando airport, passengers evacuate on slides
Delta Air Lines Flight 1213 was pushing back from the gate in Orlando when an engine caught fire, the FAA said.
Dow drops 1,000 points as Trump renews criticism of Fed chief Powell
The stock market tumbled Monday as Wall Street grapples with ongoing tariff uncertainty and President Trump's attacks on Jerome Powell.
Boeing jet intended for Chinese airline returns the U.S. amid trade war
A Boeing jet set to be delivered to Xiamen Airlines in China was returned to the U.S. amid a growing trade war between the two nations.
How a letter and a wheelchair reshaped the Boston Marathon
Bob Hall's 1975 finish opened the door for generations of athletes. Today, Delmace Mayo becomes the next to follow his path at just 19 years old.
Vance reacts to Pope Francis' death one day after meeting him
Vice President JD Vance said he was "happy to see him yesterday," though he noted that Pope Francis "was obviously very ill."
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Dow drops 1,000 points as Trump renews criticism of Fed chief Powell
The stock market tumbled Monday as Wall Street grapples with ongoing tariff uncertainty and President Trump's attacks on Jerome Powell.
Boeing jet intended for Chinese airline returns the U.S. amid trade war
A Boeing jet set to be delivered to Xiamen Airlines in China was returned to the U.S. amid a growing trade war between the two nations.
Is Easter Monday a federal holiday? Here's what is open today.
Here's what to know about whether banks and other institutions are open on Easter Monday in the U.S.
Vance, Modi set to meet in India with Trump's tariffs taking center stage
Vice President JD Vance is in India on a four-day visit as New Delhi looks to avoid U.S. tariffs, negotiate a bilateral trade deal with Washington and strengthen ties with the Trump administration.
What's open and closed on Easter 2025?
Check out the list of the supermarkets, retailers, and fast food chains that are open on Easter and which are closed.
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Kristi Noem's purse stolen with multiple forms of ID, thousands in cash
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's driver's license, passport, DHS access badge, checks and thousands in cash were among the items stolen.
Vance reacts to Pope Francis' death one day after meeting him
Vice President JD Vance said he was "happy to see him yesterday," though he noted that Pope Francis "was obviously very ill."
Trump honors Pope Francis: "May God bless him and all who loved him"
President Trump released a statement after the Vatican announced Pope Francis' death on Monday.
Biden calls Pope Francis "one of the most consequential leaders of our time"
Former President Joe Biden, who is Catholic, said Pope Francis was "unlike any who came before him," adding that "I am better for having known him."
Vance, Modi set to meet in India with Trump's tariffs taking center stage
Vice President JD Vance is in India on a four-day visit as New Delhi looks to avoid U.S. tariffs, negotiate a bilateral trade deal with Washington and strengthen ties with the Trump administration.
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Her sore throat turned into a month-long ICU stay. Doctors were stumped.
Vanessa Abraham thought her symptoms were a bad flu — until she collapsed to the floor struggling to breathe.
Trump administration replaces COVID websites
The Trump administration has moved to replace websites that previously offered health information and access to COVID tests and treatment.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Obesity doctor touts new weight loss drug
There may soon be a new medication option for losing weight. Eli Lilly's experimental pill appears to work as well as the injected drug Ozempic to lower the weight of diabetes patients. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
CDC scraps plan to help Texas schools curb measles over layoffs, employee says
Some employees working on the CDC's measles response were warned they could face layoffs.
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Church abuse survivors say new pope must "do what Francis refused"
The Survivors Network for those Abused by Priests marked the death of Pope Francis by calling his papacy a "preventable catastrophe" for people "abused during his tenure."
Boeing jet intended for Chinese airline returns the U.S. amid trade war
A Boeing jet set to be delivered to Xiamen Airlines in China was returned to the U.S. amid a growing trade war between the two nations.
Watch Pope Francis' final public appearance on Easter Sunday
Pope Francis made his final public appearance on Easter Sunday, one day before his death Monday morning.
Canonization of first millennial saint postponed after pope's death
Carlos Acutis is set to become the first millennial saint. His canonization was moved to next Sunday in St. Peter's Square after the death of Pope Francis.
What will happen at the funeral of Pope Francis?
Pope Francis had expressed the desire to be buried in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, a fifth-century church in Rome.
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Jasmine Amy Rogers on playing Betty Boop
Jasmine Amy Rogers has been called "Broadway's newest star" for her standout performance as Betty Boop in "BOOP! The Musical." The actress talks to "CBS Mornings" about navigating the colorful role and how it has impacted her.
George Clooney on making his Broadway debut
George Clooney made his Broadway debut in "Good Night, and Good Luck," playing CBS News legend Edward R. Murrow. Clooney talks to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about preparing for the role in our "Road to the Tonys" series.
Extended interview: David Hyde Pierce
In this web exclusive, "Frasier" star David Hyde Pierce, now appearing on Broadway in "Pirates! The Penzance Musical," talks with correspondent Martha Teichner about playing physical comedy; tweaking Gilbert & Sullivan's "The Pirates of Penzance" for today's audience; his early television roles that led to the part of Dr. Niles Crane on "Frasier"; and his relationship with his husband, Brian.
David Hyde Pierce, the very model of a modern Major-General, in "Pirates! The Penzance Musical"
The "Frasier" star is back on the Broadway stage in a jazzy re-working of the Gilbert & Sullivan classic, transplanted to New Orleans.
David Hyde Pierce in "Pirates! The Penzance Musical"
"Frasier" star David Hyde Pierce is back on the Broadway stage in "Pirates! The Penzance Musical," a jazzy re-working of the Gilbert & Sullivan classic, transplanted to New Orleans. The former aspiring concert pianist talks with correspondent Martha Teichner about the thread that Gilbert & Sullivan has run throughout his life. He also talks about his comedy influences, and what it means to him to make people laugh.
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Fake job seekers are flooding the market, thanks to AI
Companies say fake job seekers are using artificial intelligence to get remote jobs, often in an attempt to steal insider secrets.
Scientist on reviving extinct dire wolves
Biotech company Colossal Bioscience has made headlines for saying it brought the dire wolf species back from extinction. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser spoke with the company's chief science officer, Beth Shapiro, who broke down the science and motivations behind the project.
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.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Judge: Google is online advertising monopoly
A federal judge ruled Thursday that Google is a monopolist in markets for online advertising technology. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady has the details.
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NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
Breaking down the return of dire wolves
Colossal Biosciences says it successfully gene-edited gray wolves to carry traits of the extinct dire wolf. Founder and CEO Ben Lamm and Chief Science Officer Beth Shapiro discuss the research and rising controversy.
Scientists find "strongest evidence yet" of life on distant planet
A British-U.S. team of researchers detected signs of two chemicals in the planet's atmosphere long considered to be "biosignatures" indicating extraterrestrial life.
Can climate change really create zombie fungi, like in "The Last of Us"?
As the HBO series "The Last of Us" returns, fans wonder: How much of the chilling storyline about a fungal zombie pandemic is rooted in reality?
NOAA could face 25% budget cut, slashing climate research, in draft proposal
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
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Tycoon facing death penalty has her jail term cut in money laundering case
Truong My Lan had already lost a challenge against the death penalty in a separate case in which she was found guilty of stealing money from Saigon Commercial Bank.
Was an Oregon teen the mastermind behind her father's murder?
After Aaron Friar and his 15-year-old daughter Ellie vanished from their Medford, Oregon, home, investigators arrived to discover a horrific scene – and soon after, evidence of a murder plot is revealed.
FSU president reacts to the campus' mass shooting
Classes resume Monday at Florida State University, the scene of the nation's latest mass shooting. Two people were killed when a gunman opened fire near the student union on Thursday. Kati Weis spoke with the university's president on the tragedy.
Judge to allow "bushy eyebrows" testimony in Bryan Kohberger trial
Kohberger, 30, is charged with murder in the stabbing deaths of Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves at a rental home in Idaho near campus.
Gunmen disguised as soldiers kill 12 spectators at cockfight
Footage of the shooting, circulated on social media, showed spectators flinging themselves to the ground and taking cover under their seats.
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When and where to see the Lyrid meteor shower's peak
During the peak of the Lyrid meteor shower, 10 to 20 meteors could be seen per hour, NASA says.
NASA's most senior astronaut returns to Earth with 2 cosmonauts
Don Pettit, NASA's oldest active astronaut, marked his 70th birthday by landing on the steppe of Kazakhstan after 220 days in space.
NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
Astronomer on new evidence pointing to life
Astronomers say they have discovered "the strongest evidence yet" of life on a distant planet, although, they stress that more research is needed. Chief astronomer and planetarium director of the Franklin Institute Derrick Pitts joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Scientists find "strongest evidence yet" of life on distant planet
A British-U.S. team of researchers detected signs of two chemicals in the planet's atmosphere long considered to be "biosignatures" indicating extraterrestrial life.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
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Here's how Pope Francis made history
Pope Francis made history during his time as the leader of the Catholic Church. CBS News' Norah O'Donnell breaks down his unprecedented accomplishments.
Pope's final Ukraine, Gaza message
Pope Francis' final public address included his prayer for peace in Ukraine and Gaza where violence has claimed the lives of thousands. Dr. Liana Fix, a fellow for Europe at the Council on Foreign Relations, joins CBS News with more on his foreign affairs efforts.
Pope Francis insisted on being in public
Pope Francis insisted on being in public among Catholic Church followers celebrating Easter Sunday at the Vatican. James Grimaldi, the executive editor of The National Catholic Reporter, joins CBS News with more.
What to expect after Pope Francis' death
The Vatican is set to follow an intricate process to elect a new leader after Pope Francis' death. The selection of a new pontiff will reflect how the Catholic Church will steer into the future for its billions of followers. CBS News contributor Candida Moss and Catholic University of America professor Joseph Capizzi break down what's next in the process to select a new pope.
Cardinal Dolan on Pope Francis
Cardinal Dolan led a mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City after receiving the news of Pope Francis' death. Dolan described the pontiff's message during Easter Sunday as he dealt with ongoing health complications. CBS News' Nikki Battiste reports.