Hawaii scientists search for truth about shark attacks
Chip Reid got a first-hand look at the danger, meeting with one of the scientists and a victim of a shark attack
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NYPD's Deputy Commissioner of Intelligence and Counterterrorism John Miller joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the Australian hostage seige
From how the NYPD is preparing for potential hostage situations to the effectiveness of the New South Wales police response, NYPD's Deputy Commissioner of Intelligence and Counterterrorism John Miller joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the Australian hostage seige.
Sydney, Australia is honoring two people who died in Monday's siege inside a coffee shop
Sydney, Australia is honoring two people who died in Monday's siege inside a coffee shop. One of the victims reportedly struggled with the gunman, which allowed the police to storm the cafe and free the hostages. Ben Tracy reports from Sydney.
She dropped 10 feet but was rescued uninjured a short time later
In Melbourne, Australia, a woman was hanging her laundry to dry Tuesday when a sinkhole opened up under her. She dropped 10 feet but was rescued uninjured a short time later. Gayle King reports.
CBS News Homeland Security Correspondent Bob Orr talks with CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate about President Obama's trip to China, Myanmar and Australia
CBS News Homeland Security Correspondent Bob Orr talks with CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate about President Obama's trip to China, Myanmar and Australia.
An Australian TV photographer stumbled on an exclusive interview he was lucky to survive
An Australian TV photographer stumbled on an exclusive interview he was lucky to survive. A man on the run from a crime scene, confesses to a shooting. The impromptu interview took a bad turn when the suspect aimed a gun at the cameraman and stole his car. Charlie D'Agata reports.
The buyers upped their offer by over $122,000 so the house would come with the furry feline
A Melbourne, Australia couple selling their home got a unique offer after the daughter of the potential buyers fell in love with their cat Tiffany. The buyers upped their offer by over $122,000 so the house would come with the furry feline. Sharnelle Vella of Australia's Network Ten News reports.
No trace of the plane has been found
Australian investigators say MH370 likely ran out of fuel while on autopilot when it disappeared over the Indian Ocean in March. No trace of the plane has been found. Norah O'Donnell reports.
Experts say kangaroos often fight in a bid to become the dominant male in a group
The two wild marsupials slugged it out for five minutes. Experts say kangaroos often fight in a bid to become the dominant male in a group.
Three ships will use sonar, cameras and jet fuel sensors to try and find the plane that vanished in March
Crews have spent the last four months mapping the ocean floor and are continuing to search a remote area of the southern Indian Ocean. Three ships will use sonar, cameras and jet fuel sensors to try and find the plane that vanished in March. Norah O'Donnell reports.
Police in Australia shot and killed a terror suspect after he stabbed two counterterrorism police
Police in Australia shot and killed a terror suspect after he stabbed two counterterrorism police. Some suspect that the young man was inspired by the Islamic State group's call to supporters to wage terror in their home countries.
Australia is currently at high alert for a terrorist attack after ISIS threatened to behead a random member of the public
Australia is currently at high alert for a terrorist attack after ISIS threatened to behead a random member of the public. About 160 Australians have been involved with fighting in the Middle East, and now 20 have returned. Jeff Glor reports.
In Australia's second fatal shark attack this year, a 13-foot great white shark killed a man Tuesday, nearly tearing off his leg
In Australia's second fatal shark attack this year, a 13-foot great white shark killed a man Tuesday, nearly tearing off his leg. Norah O'Donnell reports.
The drone is part of a research project called “Project Wing,” which was built by Google engineers as part of their secret research group called “X”
The drone is part of a research project called “Project Wing,” which was built by Google engineers as part of their secret research group called “X.” Google released video and details of the drone tested conducted in Australia
Firefighters rescued an unconscious Koala who was caught in a blanket when it fell out of a tree
Firefighters rescued an unconscious Koala who was caught in a blanket when it fell out of a tree. Wildlife officers then gave it lifesaving mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, oxygen, and chest compression.
During an interview with 60 Minutes Australia, a couple denies they abandoned their son after learning he was born with Down Syndrome
During an interview with 60 Minutes Australia, a couple denies they abandoned their son after learning he was born with Down Syndrome. In this compelling interview, the child's father also opens up about his history with pedophilia and whether his past will affect his parenting. 60 Minutes Australia correspondent Tara Brown reports.
Russian President Vladimir Putin blocked imports from the U.S., European Union, Canada, Australia and Norway
Russian President Vladimir Putin blocked imports from the U.S., European Union, Canada, Australia and Norway. Russia has also closed airspace to Ukrainian airlines and is thinking about banning western flights as well. Norah O'Donnell reports.
A large group of riders gathered forces and used "people power" to help rescue the man
A large group of riders gathered forces and used "people power" to help rescue the man. Gayle King reports.
Chef Nathan Sasi shows Food & Wine Editor-In-Chief Dana Cowin how his world travels influence an epic platter of cured meats
Chef Nathan Sasi is part of Sydney's fascinating new generation of chefs. Here, he shows Food & Wine Editor-In-Chief Dana Cowin how his world travels influence everything he serves at NOMAD—especially an epic, constantly evolving platter of cured meats.
The lack of any progress in searching for the remains of the missing victims of Flight 17 has reached the point where both the Dutch and the Australians say they're going to send contingents in to secure the site and intensify the search
The lack of any progress in searching for the remains of the missing victims of Flight 17 has reached the point where both the Dutch and the Australians say they're going to send contingents in to secure the site and intensify the search. The deal they may have to cut with the central government in Kiev, which doesn't control the area or the local rebels, is a mystery. Mark Phillips reports from Grabovo, Ukraine.
A bus carrying more than 60 school children in Australia exploded Tuesday
A bus carrying more than 60 school children in Australia exploded Tuesday. While some were taken to the hospital, none of the kids on board were killed.
More than three months after it vanished, there is still no trace of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370
More than three months after it vanished, there is still no trace of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370. Transportation correspondent Jeff Pegues reports on how a team of international experts has been analyzing data from the missing plane, trying to pinpoint where it may be.
For Paul Cave, the iconic Sydney Harbor Bridge is an obsession
For Paul Cave, the iconic Sydney Harbor Bridge is an obsession. "Sunday Morning" correspondent Lee Cowan reports on how that passion also led to a good business decision.
His goal was to prove that security was lacking in the parliament building
To prove that security was lacking in the parliament building, an Australian official took out a fake pipe bomb and sticks of dynamite at a committee hearing. Margaret Brennan reports.
Rescue operation lasted more than an hour as the man, who showed signs of intoxication, had to be convinced by police officers to come down
A man was rescued by police officers after climbing the Sydney Opera House in Australia. The operation lasted more than an hour as the man, who showed signs of intoxication, had to be convinced by the officers to come down.
Harris, Trump campaigns in homestretch as polls show tie just 5 days out
The former president tried to seize on President Biden's "garbage" comment, while Jennifer Lopez appeared at a rally in Las Vegas with the vice president.
Boeing machinists' union leaders back new contract, call for Monday vote
Some 33,000 Boeing machinists have been on strike for weeks. Union leadership said the latest proposal adds a general wage increase of 38% over four years.
Alito denies Cornel West bid for intervention in Pennsylvania ballot access dispute
As the Nov. 5 election draws near, the Supreme Court has been asked to intervene in a growing number of disputes.
Death toll from historic flooding in Spain soars to at least 158
Floods sparked by torrential rain in Spain's Valencia region have left at least 158 people dead and others missing amid mud-caked debris.
Trump says "whether the women like it or not, I'm going to protect them"
Former President Donald Trump said that his advisers deemed the line about protecting women "inappropriate."
Walz's closing campaign message to air on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert"
Walz recorded the interview with Colbert Thursday in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, underscoring the Harris campaign's focus on the battleground state in the 2024 election.
After pilot error, F-35 fighter jet flew for 11 minutes on its own before crashing
The F-35 pilot made the wrong decision in ejecting, according to a report released Thursday, considering the F-35 "continued to fly for an extended period after ejection."
Trump sues CBS News; network says suit "completely without merit"
Former President Donald Trump has sued CBS News over a recent 60 Minutes interview with Vice President Kamala Harris. The network says it intends to vigorously defend against the lawsuit.
Harris campaign leans into her HBCU roots
Vice President Kamala Harris graduated from Howard University with her bachelor's degree in 1986.
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Shooting in mall in Vancouver, Washington leaves 1 dead, 2 wounded
One person is dead and two others wounded after a shooting in the food court of the Vancouver Mall in Vancouver, Wash. and the suspect is at large, police say.
2 dead, 6 wounded in mass shooting in downtown Orlando
ight people were shot, two fatally in downtown Orlando early Friday and a suspect was in custody, authorities said.
Harris campaign leans into her HBCU roots
Vice President Kamala Harris graduated from Howard University with her bachelor's degree in 1986.
Soldier charged with murder in sergeant's Missouri death
Sgt. Sarah Roque's body was found at Fort Leonard Wood two days after she was reported missing.
Trump sues CBS News; network says suit "completely without merit"
Former President Donald Trump has sued CBS News over a recent 60 Minutes interview with Vice President Kamala Harris. The network says it intends to vigorously defend against the lawsuit.
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Boeing machinists' union leaders back new contract, call for Monday vote
Some 33,000 Boeing machinists have been on strike for weeks. Union leadership said the latest proposal adds a general wage increase of 38% over four years.
Ford to pause production of F-150 Lightning electric pickup trucks
Ford is temporarily halting production of its F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck as motorists cool on EVs.
Here's how Starbucks' new CEO plans to overhaul its struggling cafes
Starbucks to bring back ceramic mugs and messages written in Sharpie pens to revive a coffeehouse vibe at its nearly 40,000 stores.
FTC sends $2.5 million to Credit Karma customers
The settlement stems from allegations Credit Karma misled consumers into applying for credit offers.
Trump's wealth slumps by $1.9 billion amid DJT stock plunge
Trump Media & Technology Group's stock, which trades under DJT, is plunging just days before the November 5 election.
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Voters in 3 red states cast ballots on paid sick leave
The coronavirus pandemic underscored the importance of paid sick leave, a benefit to help workers and their families when they fall ill. Now voters in Missouri, Nebraska and Alaska are deciding whether employers must provide it.
Harris campaign leans into her HBCU roots
Vice President Kamala Harris graduated from Howard University with her bachelor's degree in 1986.
Arizona counties invest millions to reassure voters of election security
The ballot boxes in Arizona's Pinal County are equipped with GPS tracking devices, something officials say can assure the public all election equipment is protected.
After pilot error, F-35 fighter jet flew for 11 minutes on its own before crashing
The F-35 pilot made the wrong decision in ejecting, according to a report released Thursday, considering the F-35 "continued to fly for an extended period after ejection."
Do you have to fill out your entire ballot?
Some voters may wish to only vote in some races. Here's what happens if you leave fields blank.
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Voters in 3 red states cast ballots on paid sick leave
The coronavirus pandemic underscored the importance of paid sick leave, a benefit to help workers and their families when they fall ill. Now voters in Missouri, Nebraska and Alaska are deciding whether employers must provide it.
Family of grandfather who died after eating Quarter Pounders is heartbroken
There has been one death in a severe E. coli outbreak that affected dozens of people. That victim lived in Grand Junction, and his family there says they have not filed a lawsuit against McDonald's or anyone involved.
Tumblers sold at Wawa stores recalled after reports of cuts
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
How Harris and Trump's stances on Medicare compare
The future of Medicare continues to come up in the closing arguments from both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump ahead of Election Day 2024.
Dentists are pulling treatable teeth to profit from implants, experts warn
Americans are getting dental implants more than ever — and at costs reaching tens of thousands of dollars. Experts worry some dentists have lost sight of the soul of dentistry: preserving and fixing teeth.
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Hidden Maya city discovered in Mexico jungle by doctoral student
The ancient Maya city was named "Valeriana" after a nearby freshwater lagoon and built before 150 AD, researchers said.
Ancient town, tombs full of weapons found hidden in Arabian oasis
The remains of the town, dubbed al-Natah, reveal how life at the time was slowly changing from a nomadic to an urban existence, archaeologists said.
Rockets from Lebanon kill 7 in Israel, Israeli strike kills 5 in Syria
Israel's wars with Iran's allies in Lebanon and Gaza grind on as top U.S. envoys visit the region to push for cease-fires.
Death toll from historic flooding in Spain soars to at least 158
Floods sparked by torrential rain in Spain's Valencia region have left at least 158 people dead and others missing amid mud-caked debris.
"Halloween comet" disintegrates after flying close to the sun, video shows
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
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Rapper Young Thug pleads guilty to gang, drug and gun charges
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
Charli XCX to host "Saturday Night Live" for the first time
Charli XCX has been tapped to work a double shift on "Saturday Night Live" next month — playing host and musical guest in the same evening.
Megan Thee Stallion sues blogger over "defamatory falsehoods"
The lawsuit claims popular content creator Milagro Gramz caused Megan Thee Stallion emotional distress by cyberstalking and questioning if the Grammy winner was actually shot.
JB Smoove on hosting new game show
Emmy-winning comedian JB Smoove, known for Curb Your Enthusiasm, is bringing his humor to "Buy It Now," a Prime Video game show where entrepreneurs have 90 seconds to pitch products to a live audience and celebrity panel. He joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk more about it.
Tom Hanks, Robin Wright return with "Here"
Reuniting with "Forrest Gump" director Robert Zemeckis, Tom Hanks and Robin Wright star in "Here," a multigenerational story set in a single living room across decades. They join "CBS Mornings" to talk about the film.
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Reddit stock price soars after social media player reports rare profit
Reddit's stock leaps nearly 40% after the social media company reported a quarterly profit amid strong user growth.
Report probes phone companies over robocalls
While scam phone calls have slightly decreased in the last three years, scam texts have tripled. A consumer report found that phone companies need to do more to prevent robocalls and texts for customers. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen has more.
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.
Alleged China interference efforts: New details
The Washington Post is reporting that a group of hackers linked to the Chinese government collected audio recordings from phone calls of American political figures, including an unnamed Donald Trump campaign adviser. The report comes days after CBS News learned the same hacking group tried to access phones and networks used by the former president, Sen. JD Vance and members of Kamala Harris' campaign. Chris Krebs, former director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, joins CBS News with analysis.
Apple Intelligence AI rollout starts today with release of iOS 18.1
These are the Apple Intelligence features that are now available on compatible devices.
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Halloween weather breaks records
East Coast and southern U.S. states experienced high temperatures this Halloween, with the heat forecast set to break records. CBS News 24/7 anchor Lana Zak reports on the weather and how New Yorkers celebrated the festivities.
New research on climate and extreme weather
A new report from the World Weather Attribution group has found that the 10 deadliest weather events of the last 20 years were intensified by manmade climate change. CBS News climate correspondent David Schecter has more.
The Climate Election: Transportation, explained
Transportation is a lifeline, but experts say it's aging, underfunded and unable to withstand more frequent and intense extreme weather events. And if changes aren't made quickly, the EPA says the costs will be "steep," with hundreds of billions of dollars of damage every year.
The Climate Election: Disaster recovery
Hurricane Helene is one of the deadliest hurricanes to make landfall in the mainland U.S. For many places across Florida, Tennessee and the Carolinas, recovery could take months or even years — and the next president will play a vital role in what that process looks like when they take office in three months. Here's what to know about Project 2025, former President Donald Trump's and Vice President Kamala Harris' stances on extreme weather, disaster recovery, and the root of the increasing frequency and power of storms — climate change.
The Climate Election: Mining, explained
Viral claims in the wake of Hurricane Helene suggested that the government controlled the devastating storm to hit certain areas and that authorities were attempting to seize Chimney Rock, North Carolina, to commandeer mining operations. These claims are false — but extreme weather does have a significant impact on U.S. mines, particularly coal mines. Here's what to know.
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Shooting in mall in Vancouver, Washington leaves 1 dead, 2 wounded
One person is dead and two others wounded after a shooting in the food court of the Vancouver Mall in Vancouver, Wash. and the suspect is at large, police say.
2 dead, 6 wounded in mass shooting in downtown Orlando
ight people were shot, two fatally in downtown Orlando early Friday and a suspect was in custody, authorities said.
Soldier charged with murder in sergeant's Missouri death
Sgt. Sarah Roque's body was found at Fort Leonard Wood two days after she was reported missing.
Rapper Young Thug pleads guilty to gang, drug and gun charges
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
Suspect faces hate crime, terrorism charges in shooting of Jewish man in West Ridge
Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi, 22, had already faced six counts of attempted first-degree murder, seven counts of aggravated discharge of a firearm, and aggravated battery.
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"Halloween comet" disintegrates after flying close to the sun, video shows
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
Chinese space station gets new crew
A Chinese spacecraft carrying a three-person crew, including the country's first female space engineer, has successfully docked with China's orbiting space station. The launch comes as Beijing works to expand its space exploration and put a person on the moon by 2030.
China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts, including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer, entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.
SpaceX Dragon crew taken to medical facility
NASA says three NASA astronauts and one Russian cosmonaut were taken to a medical facility for additional evaluation after splashing down to Earth Friday morning in the SpaceX Dragon Capsule. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss the mission.
SpaceX Dragon Capsule splashes down
Three NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut returned to Earth early Friday in the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule Endeavour, capping a record-setting 235-day mission to the International Space Station. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood has more.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
Summer music heats up 2024
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.
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From the archives: House Speaker Newt Gingrich discusses the "Contract with America"
House Speaker Newt Gingrich joined Face the Nation in 1995 to discuss his plans for the "Contract with America," a series of legislative measures meant to shrink the size of the federal government.
Halloween weather breaks records
East Coast and southern U.S. states experienced high temperatures this Halloween, with the heat forecast set to break records. CBS News 24/7 anchor Lana Zak reports on the weather and how New Yorkers celebrated the festivities.
Latino voters on environmental issues
An Environmental Voter Project poll found that climate change is a top issue for young voters in 2024. Voter efforts are focusing on climate change within Latino communities ahead of Election Day. Journalist Kelly McEvers joins CBS News to discuss why Latino communities are particularly affected by the issue.
Analyzing the 2024 gender divide
Vice President Kamala Harris and her campaign seized on former President Donald Trump's comments saying he'll protect women whether they "like it or not." Politics reporter at Semafor Shelby Talcott joins CBS News to discuss how the gender gap could impact the presidential election, and how both campaigns are framing the abortion issue.
How TV news can influence voters' perceptions
In an effort to understand the political divide in the U.S., Trump and Harris supporters in New Jersey were invited to watch the other side's favorite cable news channels. Tony Dokoupil reports on how it went.