Missing Auburn University student in Japan found dead, mother says
James Higginbotham was found dead in a mountainous area outside Kyoto by a volunteer search-and-rescue group, his mother said.
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Mom of American missing in Japan says they argued over ChatGPT
James "Weston" Higginbotham went missing one week ago while on a family vacation in Japan.
Weston Higginbotham's family speaks out
Weston Higginbotham's parents are speaking out after their son went missing during a family trip in Japan. CBS News' Anna Coren reports.
Parents of missing Auburn student speak out
It's been one week since American college student James "Weston" Higginbotham disappeared in Japan while vacationing with his family. His parents spoke to Anna Coren about the search and why their son was spotted getting on a train alone.
Search continues for Auburn University student missing in Japan
James "Weston" Higginbotham, an Auburn University student, went missing last week in Japan after his family says he went to an area near Kyoto known for its hiking trails.
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Coast Guard seizes dinghy Lynette Hooker allegedly "bounced off" in Bahamas
The eight-foot dinghy that Brian Hooker says he and his wife, Lynette Hooker, were aboard when she disappeared in early April was seized by U.S. Coast Guard investigators.
Update in Lynette Hooker search
On Thursday, the Coast Guard took custody of the dinghy Brian and Lynette Hooker were on the night of her disappearance. Cristian Benavides got an exclusive look at the ongoing investigation into the Michigan woman's Bahamas disappearance.
Search ongoing for missing American in Japan
Rescue teams searched on Thursday for a 20-year-old Auburn University student who vanished during a family vacation in Japan. Anna Coren reports from Hong Kong.
American missing in Japan
Weston Higginbotham's family is desperately looking for him in Japan after he went missing during a family trip. CBS News' Anna Coren reports.
New details in search for Lynette Hooker
A search for Lynette Hooker is set to expand in the Bahamas as questions linger about how she disappeared during a sailing trip with her husband, Brian Hooker. CBS News' Cristian Benavides reports.
Coast Guard searching in Lynette Hooker case
A team of specialized Coast Guard divers and investigators have been searching the Sea of Abaco in the Bahamas for missing Michigan mother Lynette Hooker. Cristian Benavides reports.
Coast Guard searching for Lynette Hooker
The search for the missing Michigan woman in the Bahamas is a "potential murder investigation," a U.S. official told CBS News. Coast Guard divers recently began searching for Lynette Hooker in new areas. Cristian Benavides is following the case and has exclusive video of the search.
Lab worker who vanished last year found dead in New Mexico national forest
Melissa Casias was employed at the Los Alamos National Laboratory when she went missing last year, her niece said.
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GPS data appears to contradict Brian Hooker's account of wife's disappearance
After forensic evidence appeared to contradict Brian Hooker's account of where Lynette Hooker was the night she disappeared, U.S. investigators are renewing their search in the Bahamas.
New evidence in Bahamas disappearance
New forensic evidence appears to contradict Brian Hooker's account of where he says he was the night his wife Lynette went missing in the Bahamas. Cristian Benavides has the details.
Clues in the Lynette Hooker investigation
An infrared camera mounted on the sailboat used by Brian and Lynette Hooker in the Bahamas could contain clues about her disappearance, CBS News has learned. Cristian Benavides has more.
Infrared camera on sailboat may hold clues in Lynette Hooker investigation
CBS News has learned the sailboat used by Brian and Lynette Hooker before her disappearance in the Bahamas had an infrared camera capable of detecting heat radiation.
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Coast Guard seizes sailboat in Lynette Hooker's disappearance probe, sources say
The sailboat used by Brian and Lynette Hooker in their travels around the Bahamas — named "Soulmate" — has been seized by U.S. Coast Guard investigators.
Body of soldier who went missing in Morocco recovered, U.S. Army says
The Moroccan military recovered the body of one of two U.S. soldiers who went missing on May 2, the U.S. Army said.
Mother of missing woman in Bahamas speaks out
The search for Michigan mother Lynette Hooker headed into a fifth week as Coast Guard investigators seek to question the owners of a sailboat that was moored near the Hooker's vessel when she went missing. Cristian Benavides reports.
3 months since Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Friday marked exactly three months since Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, was reported missing. Briana Whitney, a breaking news reporter for the Crime Junkie podcast, joins "The Daily Report" with more.
Body of 2nd missing doctoral student found
Officials identified human remains that kayakers found in Tampa Bay as those of a second missing University of South Florida student. CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides reports.
Roommate charged over 2 students' deaths
A 26-year-old man made his first court appearance, charged with the premeditated murder of two University of South Florida doctoral students. Cristian Benavides reports on new details.
Jade Colvin is Missing | Post Mortem
48 Hours correspondents Anne-Marie Green and Natalie Morales discuss the case of Jade Colvin, a 14-year-old who went missing after running away from the Iowa foster care system.
One of 2 missing doctoral students found dead
One of two doctoral students who went missing from a Florida campus more than a week ago has been found dead along a major bridge, and the victim's roommate is under arrest. Cristian Benavides reports.
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U.S. launches retaliatory strikes for downing of Apache helicopter
The two helicopter pilots were uninjured. After the retaliatory strikes were announced, President Trump said, "I believe the response should be very strong, very powerful."
House passes pro-union bill after 20 Republicans defy party
It's the seventh time this session that a discharge petition has secured the necessary 218 signatures to force a vote on legislation.
Hilton to face Becerra for California governor, CBS News projects
Republican Steve Hilton, a former Fox News host and adviser to former British Prime Minister David Cameron, will advance to November's general election in the race to become California's next governor, CBS News projects.
House passes $70 billion bill to fund ICE for rest of Trump's term
The House passed Republicans' $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement agencies for the rest of the Trump administration.
Trump stands by decision to name Pulte to intel role despite revolt in Congress
Bill Pulte will begin serving as acting director of national intelligence in a week and a half, President Trump said, effectively standing by his decision to name the housing regulator and Trump loyalist.
Texas teen sentenced to 35 years in prison for deadly stabbing at high school track meet
A Texas jury sentenced Karmelo Anthony to 35 years in prison for the 2025 Frisco track meet murder of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf.
Pamela Evette, Alan Wilson advance to runoff in crowded South Carolina primary, CBS News projects
Rep. Nancy Mace, who led a high-profile campaign after sparring with President Trump, did not advance.
GOP Rep. Valadao to face progressive Villegas in key California House district
Progressive Randy Villegas' win is an embarrassing defeat for establishment Democrats amid an intraparty feud about the party's future.
Platner seeks Democratic nomination to take on Sen. Collins in closely watched race
Maine Democrat Graham Platner is seeking to make the nomination official to take on Republican Sen. Susan Collins in November.
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Pamela Evette, Alan Wilson advance to runoff in crowded South Carolina primary, CBS News projects
Rep. Nancy Mace, who led a high-profile campaign after sparring with President Trump, did not advance.
Democrat Annie Andrews projected to face off against Sen. Lindsey Graham
Sen. Lindsey Graham has held the seat since 2003, and Democrats have an uphill battle in any attempt to unseat him.
House passes pro-union bill after 20 Republicans defy party
It's the seventh time this session that a discharge petition has secured the necessary 218 signatures to force a vote on legislation.
New sunscreen option wins FDA approval after years of delay
A sunscreen ingredient that's been available in Europe, Japan and South Korea for years has finally been approved by the FDA for sale in the U.S.
Watchdog finds waste and unsanitary conditions at ICE facility inside Fort Bliss
From August 2025 to March 2026, an immigrant detention facility at Fort Bliss Army base suffered a host of serious incidents, including two deaths that were investigated by the Government Accountability Office.
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May inflation likely topped 4% for first time in 3 years, economists say
Economists expect the Consumer Price Index this week to show U.S. inflation continuing to rise due to higher energy costs.
Here's the retirement challenge nobody talks about
Many Americans spend decades saving for retirement, but lack a plan for using that money once they stop working, a new survey finds. Here's what to know.
A bidding war is underway for the world's oldest bank
Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena has been operating for well over 500 years, and some Italian officials reportedly want to ensure it stays in Italian hands.
Social Security's insolvency date is projected for end of 2032
Medicare's hospital insurance trust fund will be unable to pay full benefits in 2033, which could lead to higher health care costs for Americans over 65.
Meta launches program to train workers for data center jobs
Meta pledged to invest $115 million to train electricians, plumbers and other workers needed to operate data centers.
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Pamela Evette, Alan Wilson advance to runoff in crowded South Carolina primary, CBS News projects
Rep. Nancy Mace, who led a high-profile campaign after sparring with President Trump, did not advance.
GOP Rep. Valadao to face progressive Villegas in key California House district
Progressive Randy Villegas' win is an embarrassing defeat for establishment Democrats amid an intraparty feud about the party's future.
Democrat Annie Andrews projected to face off against Sen. Lindsey Graham
Sen. Lindsey Graham has held the seat since 2003, and Democrats have an uphill battle in any attempt to unseat him.
Hilton to face Becerra in election for California governor, CBS News projects
Republican Steve Hilton, a former Fox News host and adviser to former British Prime Minister David Cameron, will advance to November's general election in the race to become California's next governor, CBS News projects.
House passes pro-union bill after 20 Republicans defy party
It's the seventh time this session that a discharge petition has secured the necessary 218 signatures to force a vote on legislation.
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FDA approves new sunscreen ingredient
The FDA approved a new ingredient for sunscreen that's been in use in Europe for years. Dr. Jon LaPook has more details.
New sunscreen option wins FDA approval after years of delay
A sunscreen ingredient that's been available in Europe, Japan and South Korea for years has finally been approved by the FDA for sale in the U.S.
Safety concerns over weight loss drug
There's a new safety concern about doctors prescribing one experimental weight loss treatment, retatrutide, that hasn't even been FDA approved yet. Adam Yamaguchi reports.
How an experimental weight-loss drug is being openly promoted by physicians
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
The promises and pitfalls of GLP-1 drugs
Approved 20 years ago as a diabetes treatment, GLP-1 drugs have been found to help patients reduce weight, changing the lives of more than 30 million people in the U.S. But there also have been troubling side effects reported.
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Vance: Iran deal could happen in a week or months from now
In an interview airing on "CBS Sunday Morning," Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. will reach a deal with Iran before November's midterm elections.
Dozens of 7,000-year-old headless human skeletons found in ditch
Researchers have discovered dozens of headless human skeletons in a ditch in Slovakia, which they believe date back 7,000 years.
Ukraine winning war with Russia, retired U.S. generals say
Several retired U.S. generals and the former director of a U.S. intelligence agency told CBS News they believe Ukraine now has the upper hand in the war with Russia.
Afghan Taliban forces open fire at protest sparked by dress code arrests
Afghanistan's Taliban rulers deny shooting at protesters and claim no women or girls have been arrested because they're all following strict dress code rules.
A bidding war is underway for the world's oldest bank
Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena has been operating for well over 500 years, and some Italian officials reportedly want to ensure it stays in Italian hands.
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Logan Marshall-Green on "Killing Castro"
"Marshals" actor Logan Marshall-Green joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings to discuss his recent work on "The Odyssey," "Boiúna: Legend of the Amazon" and "Killing Castro."
Expert on UAPs, Spielberg's "Disclosure Day"
Garry Nolan, a professor of pathology at Stanford University School of Medicine and the executive director of the board for The Sol Foundation, joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss Steven Spielberg's new movie, "Disclosure Day," and its exploration of the existence of aliens on Earth.
Biggest winners from the 79th Tony Awards
CBS News New York's Dave Carlin breaks down the biggest wins and performances from the 79th Tony Awards.
Steven Spielberg talks "Disclosure Day"
Oscar-winning director Steven Spielberg talks to CBS News about his 34th feature film, "Disclosure Day," which explores what would happen if all of the evidence about UFOs and alien life was released to the entire world and proved we are not alone. He also discusses his opinion on aliens, saying they "have been here and they are here."
Highlights from the Tony Awards
At Broadway's biggest night, "Schmigadoon!" took home the award for best musical. Meanwhile, "Arthur Miller's 'Death of a Salesman'" won six Tony Awards, the most of the night. Jamie Wax has more on the winners and top moments.
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OpenAI announces plan to go public
Last week, Anthropic, valued at almost a trillion dollars, filed to go public. Yesterday, its chief rival OpenAI confidentially filed for an initial public offering. Later this week, SpaceX is set to go public in what could be the largest IPO ever. Jon Krohn, the co-founder and CEO of Y Carrot, joins CBS News to discuss.
Meta launches program to train workers for data center jobs
Meta pledged to invest $115 million to train electricians, plumbers and other workers needed to operate data centers.
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.
New Apple features to keep kids safe
Apple is rolling out an update with new parental controls to help navigate screen time and keep kids safe. Jo Ling Kent explains the changes.
How to buy SpaceX shares as its blockbuster IPO readies for liftoff
SpaceX is setting aside a large chunk of shares for ordinary investors as it seeks to raise a record $75 billion. Here's what to know.
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NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
El Niño could bring more widespread coral bleaching, NOAA warns
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
Scientists find yeast in frozen mummy's guts, use it to make bread
More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed by an arrow in the back.
Meteor lights up southern Michigan
Days after a meteor exploded over New England, another fireball was spotted, visible in the Midwest to the Northeast. Rob Marciano has more.
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Nick Reiner seeks trust fund release
Nick Reiner, who's accused of killing his parents, Rob and Estelle Reiner, last December, wants a judge to order the release of money from his trust fund. Carter Evans reports.
Details on Karmelo Anthony's sentencing
A jury on Tuesday found Karmelo Anthony, 19, guilty of murder for the 2025 stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a Texas track meet. CBS News correspondent Jonah Kaplan reports.
Karmelo Anthony convicted of murder in stabbing
Karmelo Anthony was convicted of murder Tuesday for the 2025 stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a Texas track meet. CBS News Texas reports.
Charlotte train stabbing suspect found incompetent
Decarlos Brown Jr, the man accused of fatally stabbing Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska on a Charlotte, North Carolina, light rail train, has been ruled incompetent for trial "at this time." CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more.
Stabbing attack in Belfast sparks calls for anti-immigration protests
Police appeal for calm as graphic video of a Belfast stabbing attack fuels calls for anti-immigration protests in Northern Ireland.
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NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
Blue Origin vows to resume New Glenn launches despite explosion
Damage to Blue Origin's lone launch pad in the wake of last week's spectacular explosion was not as severe as initially feared, the company said.
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A 19-year-old is convicted of murder after a track meet stabbing; the U.S. launches new strikes on Iran.
Full Interview: New Artemis III crew
NASA on Tuesday announced the four Artemis III astronauts: commander Randy "Komrade" Bresnik, pilot Luca Parmitano, mission specialist Frank Rubio and mission specialist Andre Douglas. The four spoke with CBS News' Mark Strassmann about the assignment.
Actor Andrew Shue on his voter engagement forums
Andrew Shue is best known for his role in "Melrose Place," but recently he's turned to civic engagement, leading a new series of forums hoping to promote public participation in government. "The Forum" is now active in New Hampshire, South Carolina and Nevada. Shue joined "The Takeout" to discuss.
Pepsi deploys self-driving delivery trucks
PepsiCo is launching a fleet of autonomous vehicles that will make deliveries in Texas, Arizona and Arkansas. Wall Street Journal reporter Esther Fung joins CBS News to discuss her ride-along.
OpenAI announces plan to go public
Last week, Anthropic, valued at almost a trillion dollars, filed to go public. Yesterday, its chief rival OpenAI confidentially filed for an initial public offering. Later this week, SpaceX is set to go public in what could be the largest IPO ever. Jon Krohn, the co-founder and CEO of Y Carrot, joins CBS News to discuss.