"Obligated" to prevent disease with CRISPR?
OB/GYN Dr. Paula Amato says she feels a moral imperative to research using CRISPR to prevent disease
CRISPR
Using gene-editing to treat diseases
60 Minutes reports on CRISPR, the gene-editing tool that's revolutionizing biomedical research; Sunday at 7 p.m. ET/PT
Using gene-editing to treat diseases
60 Minutes reports on CRISPR, the gene-editing tool that's revolutionizing biomedical research; Sunday at 7 p.m. ET/PT
U.S. man is first to undergo gene editing in the body
For the first time scientists have tried editing a gene inside the body in a bold attempt to permanently change a person's DNA to cure a disease
Playing God: "We are in the midst of a genetic revolution"
New technology called CRISPR has opened the floodgates of DNA hacking. But how many people, if any, should be allowed play God?
Playing God in China's mutant mice lab
In one lab in China, scientists have used new genetic editing technology to create thousands of strains of mice for testing
Playing God | The ethics of editing your DNA
New DNA-editing toolkits mean that for $350, anyone can tinker with building blocks of organic existence -- but what's the real cost?
Repairing genes in embryos
Scientists in the U.S. have successfully repaired a faulty gene in human embryos for the first time. Researchers used the powerful technology known as CRISPR to fix the DNA mutation that causes an inherited form of heart disease. Seventy-two percent of the resulting embryos were disease-free. Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss its potential and ethical concerns.
Gene editing fixes harmful mutation in human embryos
Researchers say the first successful experiment is a big step toward one day preventing a list of inherited diseases
In U.S. first, scientists edit genes of human embryos
The controversial step, using a technique called CRISPR, is aimed toward someday helping babies avoid inherited diseases
Gene editing eliminates HIV infection in mice
A research team from Temple University used gene editing technique called CRISPR to target HIV, spurring hope of a cure down the line
Gene editing patent ruling sways biotech fortunes
The federal patent office has turned back a challenge to patents on CRISPR, an innovative method for gene editing
Scientists see use of gene editing to fight disease
A new report explores the ethics of of altering sperm, eggs or embryos so that babies don’t inherit genetic diseases
Medical innovations to watch for in 2017
From a much talked-about gene editing tool to the impact of climate change, the coming year will see more big changes in health
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Report: Scientist first to edit genes of healthy embryos
The Swedish researcher says he hopes the controversial practice will help treat infertility and a variety of diseases
NIH may lift ban on funds to create human-animal embryos
The proposal comes amid a flurry of new advances in stem cell research and gene editing technology
Americans fear superhuman tech, survey finds
Technology holds promise for enhancing human health, but people remain wary about tech that seems to interfere too much
UK approves controversial human gene editing technique
Researchers say the technique could one day be life-saving, but critics fear it crosses ethical boundaries
Can monkeys help unravel the mysteries of autism?
Scientists hope to learn from genetically-modified monkeys that gave birth to offspring with the autism-linked human gene
Science magazine unveils "Breakthrough of the Year"
This groundbreaking technology nudged out NASA's Pluto mission for first place
3 big questions about human gene editing
Global summit wrestles with the promise, risks and ethics of editing human genes
CRISPR could help rid of diseases like cystic fibrosis, muscular dystrophy and even HIV and cancer
CRISPR could help rid of diseases like cystic fibrosis, muscular dystrophy and even HIV and cancer. But many scientists, including Jennifer Doudna who is credited with developing the gene-editing technology, are calling for a moratorium on its use. Only on “CBS This Morning,” Doudna tells Norah O'Donnell why, for all its promise, CRISPR is surrounded by controversy.
Could revolutionary gene-editing technology end cancer?
CRISPR could help get rid of diseases, but the woman credited with developing the technology is among the scientists calling for a moratorium on its use
New Orleans attacker posted videos declaring support for ISIS, FBI says
One day after a man drove a truck into New Year's revelers on Bourbon Street, the FBI says he likely did not have accomplices.
Las Vegas authorities give updates on Cybertruck explosion
Law enforcement in Las Vegas provided an update on the investigation into a Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside the Trump International Hotel there early Wednesday.
Details emerge about the victims of deadly New Orleans attack
At least 15 people were killed after a driver slammed into a crowd celebrating New Year's on Bourbon Street in New Orleans.
What we know about the New Orleans truck attacker
A man "hellbent" on creating carnage drove around barricades and hurtled down Bourbon Street in New Orleans' French Quarter, police said.
Trucks in New Orleans attack and Vegas explosion were rented on Turo
Vehicles used in deadly New Orleans attack and Las Vegas explosion at Trump hotel were rented via same app, Turo.
Biden marks 235 judicial confirmations during White House tenure
President Biden delivered remarks from the White House highlighting the 235 judges confirmed by the Senate during his single term in office.
Broccoli sold by Walmart in 20 U.S. states recalled over listeria risk
Broccoli florets from California grower and sold at more than 1,000 Walmart stores are recalled because they could contain listeria.
Biden to award Presidential Citizens Medal to Cheney, Thompson
Rep. Bennie Thompson, a Mississippi Democrat, and former Rep. Liz Cheney, a Wyoming Republican, served as chair and vice chair of the House Jan. 6 select committee.
Stomach bug symptoms to know as norovirus cases surge in parts of U.S.
Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show cases of norovirus, the highly contagious stomach bug, are surging in parts of the U.S.
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Johnson meets with conservatives as speakership in jeopardy
It's unclear whether House Speaker Mike Johnson has enough support to remain speaker for another term.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (January 5)
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Trucks in New Orleans attack and Vegas explosion were rented on Turo
Vehicles used in deadly New Orleans attack and Las Vegas explosion at Trump hotel were rented via same app, Turo.
Broccoli sold by Walmart in 20 U.S. states recalled over listeria risk
Broccoli florets from California grower and sold at more than 1,000 Walmart stores are recalled because they could contain listeria.
Las Vegas authorities give updates on Cybertruck explosion
Law enforcement in Las Vegas provided an update on the investigation into a Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside the Trump International Hotel there early Wednesday.
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Trucks in New Orleans attack and Vegas explosion were rented on Turo
Vehicles used in deadly New Orleans attack and Las Vegas explosion at Trump hotel were rented via same app, Turo.
Broccoli sold by Walmart in 20 U.S. states recalled over listeria risk
Broccoli florets from California grower and sold at more than 1,000 Walmart stores are recalled because they could contain listeria.
China hits dozens of U.S. companies before expected Trump tariffs
China's Ministry of Commerce adds 28 U.S. entities to export control list to "safeguard national security and interests."
Tesla's annual sales drop for the first time in a decade
Tesla's increase in global sales in the fourth quarter was not enough to overcome a sluggish first half of the year.
Tesla Cybertruck explosion investigated as possible act of terrorism
The explosion outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas on New Year's Day is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism, sources said.
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Johnson meets with conservatives as speakership in jeopardy
It's unclear whether House Speaker Mike Johnson has enough support to remain speaker for another term.
Biden marks 235 judicial confirmations during White House tenure
President Biden delivered remarks from the White House highlighting the 235 judges confirmed by the Senate during his single term in office.
FBI briefs House Homeland Security Committee on New Orleans truck attack
The Assistant Director of the FBI's Counterterrorism briefed the committee members and staff in a call on Thursday morning, according to a committee aide.
Biden to award Presidential Citizens Medal to Cheney, Thompson
Rep. Bennie Thompson, a Mississippi Democrat, and former Rep. Liz Cheney, a Wyoming Republican, served as chair and vice chair of the House Jan. 6 select committee.
The 119th Congress begins tomorrow. Here's what to know.
The 119th Congress begins Friday with Republicans in full control of the House and Senate for the first time since 2019. Here's what to know.
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Broccoli sold by Walmart in 20 U.S. states recalled over listeria risk
Broccoli florets from California grower and sold at more than 1,000 Walmart stores are recalled because they could contain listeria.
Medicare's new spending cap in 2025
This year, a new spending cap on medication goes into effect for the first time for people on Medicare. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains its impact.
L.A. pet owners warned against raw food as bird flu confirmed in cat
The H5N1 bird flu virus has been found in samples of Monarch Raw Pet Food, and a cat that ate the food is confirmed to have been infected.
Are you really getting a moderate or intense workout? Here's how to tell.
Looking to amp up your exercise as part of your New Year's resolutions? Here's how to calculate the intensity of your workouts.
New Year's resolutions often fail. Here's expert tips on how to keep them.
New Year's resolutions rarely last. Here's why they fail so often and how to change that, according to an expert.
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U.K.'s biggest dinosaur footprint site discovered: "So surreal"
It is hoped the discovery will provide clues about how dinosaurs interacted, as well as their size and the speeds at which they moved.
China hits dozens of U.S. companies before expected Trump tariffs
China's Ministry of Commerce adds 28 U.S. entities to export control list to "safeguard national security and interests."
Police raid airline's offices after crash killed 179 people in South Korea
The flight was carrying 181 passengers and crew when it belly-landed before slamming into a barrier, killing all aboard except two flight attendants.
Suspected Chinese underwater spy drone found by fishermen
Officials said the drone was not armed, but the police report listed "potential national security implications" as one significance of its recovery.
Virgin Australia crewmember allegedly sexually assaulted in Fiji
The alleged attacks took place in the nightclub area of the city of Nadi, home to the international airport, officials said.
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These works enter the public domain in 2025
Here are the books and characters newly joining the list of works in the public domain in 2025.
Who's performing at tonight's Times Square ball drop to ring in 2025?
A variety of New Year's Eve performers are expected for tonight's Times Square ball drop to ring in 2025.
Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt agree on divorce settlement after 8-year battle
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have reached a divorce settlement, her lawyer says, apparently ending one of the longest and most contentious divorces in Hollywood history.
Dallas Stars' Tyler Seguin joins list of high-profile home burglaries
The FBI believes their homes were targeted as part of the larger trend involving organized crime groups.
5 charged in connection with Liam Payne's death
An Argentine judge has confirmed charges against five people in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction.
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Taco Bell using AI to take orders at drive-thru
Fast food chain Taco Bell is turning to artificial intelligence to meet the demand of its drive-thru customers. The technology is said to cut the wait for an order by 29 seconds and improve accuracy, according to a study. Danya Bacchus has the story.
Chinese hackers breach U.S. Treasury Dept., obtain unclassified documents
The Treasury Department says Chinese hackers accessed several department workstations and unclassified documents. China denies any involvement.
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.
Trump seeks pause of possible TikTok ban
President-elect Donald Trump asked the Supreme Court Friday to pause a potential U.S. ban on TikTok from taking effect. In his brief, he said he said he wants to delay the ban in order to give time for his incoming administration to "pursue a negotiated resolution."
ChatGPT recovers after being hit by outages, OpenAI says
The OpenAI issue was caused by an "upstream provider," according to the artificial intelligence organization.
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U.K.'s biggest dinosaur footprint site discovered: "So surreal"
It is hoped the discovery will provide clues about how dinosaurs interacted, as well as their size and the speeds at which they moved.
What to know about tonight's "black moon"
It may sound spooky, but a black moon is nothing ominous.
Northern lights may be visible in parts of the U.S. New Year's Eve
Solar storms may bring northern lights to several states in the northern U.S. just in time for New Year's Eve, but cloud cover may put a damper on festivities.
New species, including "blob-headed" fish, identified across world in 2024
Hundreds of new species across the globe were identified by scientists in 2024.
California's mandatory clothing recycling program
Americans throw away billions of pounds of used clothes every year. But now, California is the first state to hold textile companies responsible for their products from start to finish. CBS News' Danya Bacchus explains.
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Biden updates on terrorist attack
President Biden provided an update on the terrorist attack in New Orleans, Louisiana, before delivering remarks on his judicial confirmations. Mr. Biden reiterated that as of now, the Bourbon Street attacker is believed to have acted alone.
New Orleans probes act of terrorism
Officials are investigating the New Orleans truck attack as an act of terrorism as several pieces of evidence pointing toward the attacker show he may have been radicalized by ISIS. David Viola, an adjunct professor at John Jay College, joins CBS News with more on the investigation.
Bourbon Street reopens in New Orleans
Bourbon Street has reopened in New Orleans, Louisiana, after a man rammed a truck into a crowd on Bourbon Street. At least 14 people were killed and dozens were injured on New Year's Day. CBS News' Kati Weis has more from the scene and Michelle Miller breaks down the city's legacy. Also, CBS News Confirmed's Rhona Tarrant reports on the known details about the driver of the truck, Shamsud-Din Jabbar.
Teens shot, injured in NYC, police says
A group of teens huddled outside the Amazura Concert Hall in Jamaica, Queens, were shot at and some were injured, officials say. CBS News New York's Christina Fan has the latest confirmed details.
New Orleans reacts to terrorist attack
New Orleans officials and residents are coping after a terrorist attack left 14 people dead and dozens injured. Oliver Thomas Jr., a member of the New Orleans City Council, joins CBS News with more on how the city responded to the tragedy.
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When and where to see the Quadrantids, 2025's first meteor shower
The first meteor shower of 2025 is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can see the Quadrantids.
Space debris weighing over 1,000 pounds crashes into Kenya village
Officials said they were investigating fragments of metal, believed to be from a rocket, that crashed into a village in the country's south.
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Lunar eclipses, supermoons, meteor showers happening in 2025
Skywatchers can mark the calendar with a busy lineup of celestial occurrences in 2025.
NASA spacecraft safe after historic closest-ever approach to sun
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Biden updates on terrorist attack
President Biden provided an update on the terrorist attack in New Orleans, Louisiana, before delivering remarks on his judicial confirmations. Mr. Biden reiterated that as of now, the Bourbon Street attacker is believed to have acted alone.
Taco Bell using AI to take orders at drive-thru
Fast food chain Taco Bell is turning to artificial intelligence to meet the demand of its drive-thru customers. The technology is said to cut the wait for an order by 29 seconds and improve accuracy, according to a study. Danya Bacchus has the story.
New Orleans probes act of terrorism
Officials are investigating the New Orleans truck attack as an act of terrorism as several pieces of evidence pointing toward the attacker show he may have been radicalized by ISIS. David Viola, an adjunct professor at John Jay College, joins CBS News with more on the investigation.
Trump's response to New Orleans attack
President-elect Donald Trump's comments on the New Orleans terrorist attack first bashed President Biden's immigration policy. This comes as the nation prepares to honor former President Jimmy Carter's legacy while preparations continue for the new presidency. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
Lawmakers react to terrorist attack
Lawmakers are reacting to the terrorist attack in New Orleans that killed at least 14 people and injured dozens. This comes as the House prepares to vote for a new speaker and as a new Congress begins. CBS News' Zak Hudak reports.