How the football world is trying to tackle the problem of concussions
In an effort to reduce concussions among players, the NFL is teaming up with helmet manufacturers to create safer equipment.
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CTE diagnosed in female athlete for first time ever
Heather Anderson, a former Australian rules football player, is the first female athlete to be diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy.
Study finds CTE involves the force of hits
A new study finds the chances of football players developing the brain disease CTE isn't just about the number of impacts to the head, but the combined force of those hits over a career also plays an important role. Dr. Daniel Daneshvar, lead author of this study and an assistant professor at Harvard Medical School, joined CBS News to talk about his findings.
Using art to educate teens about migraines
The Headache and Arts Program, co-founded by NYU neurologist Dr. Mia Minen, utilizes the intersection of arts and science to teach middle and high school students about neurological conditions such as migraines and concussions.
Gender gap in concussion research
The CBS News investigative unit digs into the gender gap when it comes to research on sports-related concussions. Female athletes speak out about the lack of knowledge on how concussions affect women's brains and mental health. Nikki Battiste reports.
Olympian Briana Scurry on concussion disparity
A CBS News Investigation points out more female athletes are experiencing concussions, but the research around head injuries largely focuses on men. Olympian Briana Scurry, author of the new book "My Greatest Save," joins John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss her own recovery from a 2010 concussion, and why female and male athletes get different attention despite the same injuries.
What to know about concussions, from warning signs to risk factors
A concussion is a type of brain injury. Here's what to know about symptoms, treatment and more.
Study shows NFL players with concussion histories have reduced cognitive performance
The study, the largest of its kind, compared former players against men of the same age and found that players who had concussions during their NFL careers scored worse on assessments of episodic memory, attention, processing speed and vocabulary.
Former NFL safety talks fighting brain injuries
Two-time Super Bowl champion and three-time NFL All-Pro safety Malcom Jenkins joins CBS News to discuss his picks for the upcoming Super Bowl, his efforts to combat the effects of brain injuries for players around the league and the upcoming release of his new book, "What Winners Won't Tell You: Lessons from a Legendary Defender."
USC not liable in former football player's death, jury finds
The verdict could have broad ramifications for college athletes who blame the NCAA for head injuries.
NFL concussion protocol
The NFL's new concussion protocol is affecting players and games just five weeks into the league's season. "CBS Mornings" co-host Nate Burleson joined Anne-Marie Green and Nancy Chen to discuss the latest changes and other news from around the NFL.
James Brown on the week's sports headlines
In NFL action, the San Francisco 49ers continued their regular season dominance over the defending Super Bowl champion Los Angeles Rams. And Tua Tagovailoa has been ruled out for Week 5 as the NFL faces renewed criticism over its concussion protocols. Plus. Aaron Judge and Albert Pujols chase home run history. "Inside the NFL" host James Brown joins CBS News to discuss.
Soccer star reveals brain health concerns
Retired soccer star Bruce Murray reveals evidence showing that his days on the field may have caused brain damage. Dr. Jon LaPook explains the latest research on CTE and why concussions are only partly at fault.
Race-norming concussion payouts and the NFL
As the NFL gets set to kick off another season, former players are still fighting for payments from the league after a 2017 settlement over concussions.
NFL star announces retirement at age 28
"There's only one way to play this game since I was a little kid – is to play fast, play physical and play strong. At this point I don't know if I am able to do that anymore," he said.
Girls soccer concussions rival football
A new study found that female soccer players have the second highest concussion rate out of all high school sports, following football. Dr. Jonathan LaPook joins CBSN to discuss the new findings.
Head injuries common in e-scooter crashes, study finds
This trendy mode of transportation has a hazardous downside
NCAA accused of failing to protect football players from head injuries
The NCAA is facing four wrongful death lawsuits, as one widow describes the "worst nightmare" seeing her late husband suffer
NFL concussion claims hit $500 million in less than 2 years
Attorneys for the retired players adjusted their estimates on the total payout of expected claims, saying the settlement would likely reach $1.4 billion
New blood test can help diagnose traumatic brain injuries
Green light by the Food and Drug Administration "is a big deal because then it opens the door and accelerates technology"
"48 Hours" on Aaron Hernandez
In a new special for "48 Hours," best-selling author James Patterson switches to non-fiction for a story he calls the most troubling crime story of our time: the rise and fall of Aaron Hernandez. Patterson joined CBSN to preview "All-American Murder."
Impact
A brain disease best known for impacting football players who suffered concussions is now being found in soldiers. Sharyn Alfonsi reports.
Kids avoiding football
As concussions and other health risks related to football garner national attention, many high schools around the country are seeing a decline in football participation. Some schools have even disbanded teams. Ben Nuckols of the Associated Press joins CBSN to discuss the trend and how the NFL is reacting.
Tom Brady on concussions
In an interview with "CBS This Morning" co-host Norah O'Donnell, NFL superstar and New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady opens up about the risks of concussions for himself and other football players. Brady's new book, "The TB12 Method," comes out this week.
"I understand the risks": Tom Brady weighs in on concussions
New England Patriots quarterback says he thinks about head injuries in a preventative way
Trump finds new target in crusade against judges: Nationwide injunctions
President Trump on Wednesday wrote on social media the Supreme Court should "fix" the practice of district judges issuing orders that block policies nationwide.
Pentagon announces leak investigation that could include polygraph tests
Polygraph tests were also used by the Department of Homeland Security to identify potential leakers.
Pope Francis to leave hospital on Sunday, return to Vatican, doctors say
The 88-year-old pontiff has been battling double pneumonia in both lungs after he was admitted to the hospital on Feb. 14.
FEMA hiring overhaul drives fears of agency dismantling
The decision to reshape the hiring process for the agency's disaster relief foot soldiers comes just months before hurricane season.
U.S. to revoke legal status of more than a half-million migrants
A total of 532,000 migrants from from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela entered the U.S. under the CHNV policy.
Trump revokes security clearances of Kamala Harris, Hillary Clinton
The move comes after Mr. Trump had already announced last month that he was revoking former President Joe Biden's security clearance.
Israel launches strikes on Lebanon in retaliation to rockets fired
Rockets were fired from Lebanon into Israel sparking concern about whether the fragile ceasefire with the militant group would hold.
At least 3 dead, at least 15 injured after shooting at New Mexico park
Police asked bystanders to share videos and other tips as they continued to seek a suspect or suspects in the shooting on Friday at Young Park in Las Cruces, New Mexico.
Andrew and Tristan Tate leave U.S., return to Romania
Andrew and Tristan Tate returned to Romania on Saturday. They face charges of human trafficking and forming a criminal gang to sexually exploit women.
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Ex-Florida police officer, 36, wins women's featherweight title
Tiara Brown, a big underdog, dropped to the canvas in tears when she was announced as the winner.
At least 3 dead, at least 15 injured after shooting at New Mexico park
Police asked bystanders to share videos and other tips as they continued to seek a suspect or suspects in the shooting on Friday at Young Park in Las Cruces, New Mexico.
Pentagon announces leak investigation that could include polygraph tests
Polygraph tests were also used by the Department of Homeland Security to identify potential leakers.
Andrew and Tristan Tate leave U.S., return to Romania
Andrew and Tristan Tate returned to Romania on Saturday. They face charges of human trafficking and forming a criminal gang to sexually exploit women.
Plan to make James Monroe's Virginia home a state park in limbo
Oak Hill, built by enslaved people more than 200 years ago, is the only home belonging to our earliest presidents that still remains in private hands.
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In U.S. auto market, uncertainty reigns over the potential impact of tariffs
A 25% tariff on imported vehicles and vehicle parts from Canada and Mexico is set to take effect on April 2.
ABLE accounts allow Americans with disabilities to save and invest
Named for the 2014 law that created them, the Achieving a Better Life Experience Act, ABLE accounts have been available since 2016 to those eligible.
Tesla trade-ins spike amid anti-Elon Musk backlash, Edmunds data shows
More motorists are trading in their used Teslas for other vehicles, as the Musk-owned car company faces a "brand crisis tornado."
Chomps beef and turkey sticks recalled after metal fragments found
Chomps, a maker of protein snacks, is recalling beef and turkey sticks after consumers report metal fragments.
Boeing whistleblower's family accuses company of hounding him before suicide
Barnett was subjected to a "campaign of harassment, abuse and intimidation" after he raised safety concerns, lawsuit alleges.
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FEMA hiring overhaul drives fears of agency dismantling
The decision to reshape the hiring process for the agency's disaster relief foot soldiers comes just months before hurricane season.
Pentagon announces leak investigation that could include polygraph tests
Polygraph tests were also used by the Department of Homeland Security to identify potential leakers.
Plan to make James Monroe's Virginia home a state park in limbo
Oak Hill, built by enslaved people more than 200 years ago, is the only home belonging to our earliest presidents that still remains in private hands.
Louisiana's congressional map returns to Supreme Court for review
A redistricting battle over Louisiana's congressional map has spanned years and been before the Supreme Court twice already.
Trump finds new target in crusade against judges: Nationwide injunctions
President Trump on Wednesday wrote on social media the Supreme Court should "fix" the practice of district judges issuing orders that block policies nationwide.
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Doctors diagnosed a grandma with the "silent killer" of cancers. She survived.
Irene Wells didn't ask just how bad her pancreatic cancer was — she just wanted aggressive treatment so she could do "a little bit more" in her life.
ABLE accounts allow Americans with disabilities to save and invest
Named for the 2014 law that created them, the Achieving a Better Life Experience Act, ABLE accounts have been available since 2016 to those eligible.
Chomps beef and turkey sticks recalled after metal fragments found
Chomps, a maker of protein snacks, is recalling beef and turkey sticks after consumers report metal fragments.
Health agencies brace for layoffs with RFK Jr.'s restructuring of HHS
HHS Secretary RFK Jr., with help from DOGE, is planning a restructuring with sweeping cuts expected at multiple agencies.
Map shows which cities could be hit hard by spring allergies
As climate change worsens pollen seasons, these U.S. cities top the list for 2025, according to a new report from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.
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U.S. imposes travel ban on former Argentine president over corruption charges
The State Department also banned former Argentina President Cristina Fernández's planning minister Julio Miguel De Vido and their families.
Andrew and Tristan Tate leave U.S., return to Romania
Andrew and Tristan Tate returned to Romania on Saturday. They face charges of human trafficking and forming a criminal gang to sexually exploit women.
Pope Francis to leave hospital on Sunday, return to Vatican, doctors say
The 88-year-old pontiff has been battling double pneumonia in both lungs after he was admitted to the hospital on Feb. 14.
Israel launches strikes on Lebanon in retaliation to rockets fired
Rockets were fired from Lebanon into Israel sparking concern about whether the fragile ceasefire with the militant group would hold.
Researchers find never-before-seen ecosystem under Antarctic ice shelf
Scientists have determined that at least six new aquatic species have been thriving under an Antarctic ice shelf.
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Tune-Yards perform "Heartbreak"
Tune-Yards, the Oakland-based project of musicians Merrill Garbus and Nate Brenner, is making a return visit to CBS Saturday Morning. The project started small, with homemade tracks on a hand-held voice recorder, before soaring to worldwide fame with their 2011 album "Whokill." The duo, now married, have been captivating fans and critics ever since. On May 16, they are set to release new album "Better Dreaming." From that new album, here is Tune-Yards with "Heartbreak."
Tune-Yards perform "Limelight"
Tune-Yards, the Oakland-based project of musicians Merrill Garbus and Nate Brenner, is making a return visit to CBS Saturday Morning. The project started small, with homemade tracks on a hand-held voice recorder, before soaring to worldwide fame with their 2011 album "Whokill." The duo, now married, have been captivating fans and critics ever since. On May 16, they are set to release new album "Better Dreaming." From that new album, here is Tune-Yards with "Limelight."
One-of-a-kind collection heads to auction
Classic films and modern blockbusters alike rely on an old-school marketing tool: Movie posters. The artworks remain a surprisingly powerful way to inform audiences about a movie. Now, a huge collection of rare cinematic movie posters is headed to the auction block.
Boxing icon George Foreman dies
Two-time world heavyweight champion George Foreman has died at 76 years old. Throughout his life, he was known as a boxing icon, a TV personality, entrepreneur and more. Michelle Miller reports.
Mariah Carey didn't steal "All I Want For Christmas Is You," judge says
A lawyer for the two songwriters suing Mariah Carey said they will "make a decision shortly on whether to appeal."
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Keeping your data safe at the airport
Experts warn that hackers are trolling free connections like airport Wi-Fi networks and sometimes impersonate the networks in an effort to get your credit card numbers and other sensitive information. Cybersecurity expert Matthew Hicks joined CBS News with tips on how to protect yourself.
Smartphone addiction is leading to "brain rot," doctors say
Research has shown that smartphone addiction causes major increases in brain activity, requiring the brain to work harder to complete simple tasks.
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.
How smartphone addiction may be hurting our brains
Research is showing that smartphone addiction can lead to "brain rot," requiring the brain to work harder to complete simple tasks. Meg Oliver has more on why doctors are saying it is important for our mental health to learn to unplug.
China EV maker BYD says new cars can be charged in 5 minutes
New flash-charging system can power cars for 250 miles in close to the same time it takes to refuel a gas tank.
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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.
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At least 3 dead, at least 15 injured after shooting at New Mexico park
Police asked bystanders to share videos and other tips as they continued to seek a suspect or suspects in the shooting on Friday at Young Park in Las Cruces, New Mexico.
Slain DEA agent's family sues Sinaloa cartel, drug kingpins over 1985 murder
A lawsuit was filed Thursday under a new designation by President Trump that classifies several drug cartels as terrorist organizations.
Idaho murders suspect selfie puts focus on "bushy eyebrows" evidence
Prosecutors say they intend to introduce what appears to be a selfie Bryan Kohberger took on his phone just hours after the killings.
2 convicted in plot to kill Iranian journalist Masih Alinejad
A jury has found two men guilty of trying to kill Iranian dissident Masih Alinejad, who works as a journalist and lives in New York City.
Transcontinental cold case solved as 2018 murder victim is ID'd
The police agency Interpol reported it identified a Paraguayan woman found hanged in Spain in 2018.
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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.
Tom Hanks takes viewers through immersive experience to the moon
"The Moonwalkers: A Journey with Tom Hanks" tells the story of the Apollo missions.
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.
Sunset on the moon seen in stunning images taken by lunar lander
Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost Mission 1 lander marked the first successful commercial moon landing.
SpaceX return went well, says astronomer
When Starliner astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams were launched into space in June 2024, they were planning on an 8-day mission. They have now spent 286 days in space, orbited the Earth more than 4,500 times and traveled more than 121 million miles. Chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute Derrick Pitts and former NASA astronaut Dr. Tom Marshburn describe the mission. CBS News' Mark Strassmann and Bill Harwood report.
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Tune-Yards perform "Heartbreak"
Tune-Yards, the Oakland-based project of musicians Merrill Garbus and Nate Brenner, is making a return visit to CBS Saturday Morning. The project started small, with homemade tracks on a hand-held voice recorder, before soaring to worldwide fame with their 2011 album "Whokill." The duo, now married, have been captivating fans and critics ever since. On May 16, they are set to release new album "Better Dreaming." From that new album, here is Tune-Yards with "Heartbreak."
Tune-Yards perform "Limelight"
Tune-Yards, the Oakland-based project of musicians Merrill Garbus and Nate Brenner, is making a return visit to CBS Saturday Morning. The project started small, with homemade tracks on a hand-held voice recorder, before soaring to worldwide fame with their 2011 album "Whokill." The duo, now married, have been captivating fans and critics ever since. On May 16, they are set to release new album "Better Dreaming." From that new album, here is Tune-Yards with "Limelight."
The Dish: The View
Once-iconic New York City restaurant The View is reopening after a five-year hiatus. Danny Meyer, one of America's best-known restaurateurs, is giving the establishment a boost. It's a development Meyer said he never expected.
One-of-a-kind collection heads to auction
Classic films and modern blockbusters alike rely on an old-school marketing tool: Movie posters. The artworks remain a surprisingly powerful way to inform audiences about a movie. Now, a huge collection of rare cinematic movie posters is headed to the auction block.
Newell brothers shape the Georgia Bulldogs
If you've been watching the NCAA March Madness tournament, you may have seen Georgia fall to Gonzaga. It was a tough defeat for the Bulldogs, but it's still a season worth celebrating for the team. This was their first time in the tournament in a decade, and they scored their first Top 25 ranking in 14 years this season. Dana Jacobson reports on the two brothers helping lead the team on and off the court.