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New analysis techniques and decades-old research helped NASA scientists identify an unusual black hole in a distant galaxy.
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New analysis techniques and decades-old research helped NASA scientists identify an unusual black hole in a distant galaxy.
"Supernova sleuths" have found a "scary" supermassive black hole – with the help of artificial intelligence.
The supermassive black hole 54 million light-years away is now clearer than ever.
Three years after capturing the first image of a supermassive black hole in a galaxy 55 million light years away, astronomers have managed to "photograph" one closer to home.
Messier 87, a supermassive black hole some 55 million light-years from Earth, is terrifyingly 6.5 billion times the mass of the sun – but it creates surprisingly soothing sounds that might make you drift off to sleep. Listen to M87's latest song, released by NASA.
Scientists say a "missing link" that helps to explain the mysteries of the birth of the universe has been hiding in plain sight.
The discovery proves Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity was right — again.
In a galaxy far, far away, there's a supermassive black hole on the move — and scientists aren't sure why.
The supermassive black hole at the center of one of the universe's brightest objects is 1.6 billion times more massive than the sun.
But scientists say not to worry.
Astronomers recently spotted a black hole swallowing up a star like celestial spaghetti — and no, that's not science fiction.
Scientists were surprised to find the ring of gas surrounding the supermassive black hole appears to have moved significantly.
Scientists have spotted a galaxy that appears to be a member of Darth Vader's fleet.
After studying the star for nearly 30 years, astronomers have once again proven Albert Einstein's theory of relativity.
The eruption was so intense it punched a crater the size of fifteen Milky Way galaxies into a part of space hundreds of millions of light-years away.
Are they just gas, or are they stars? Astronomers now believe the unusual objects may be a hybrid of both.
Astronomers spotted the star just 29,000 light-years away from Earth — "practically next door by astronomical standards"
Scientists called the flashes "unprecedented"
NASA's NuSTAR space telescope makes fresh observations about the region around supermassive black holes
Astronomers discovered an immense surge of energy coming from a cosmic particle accelerator about 2 billion light years from Earth
Astronomers get clearest picture yet of these celestial enigmas
Hamas released the bodies of 4 Israeli hostages including, it's believed, the youngest captive taken in the Oct. 7, 2023 terrorist attack, Kfir Bibas, and his brother and mother.
The initial accounting by DOGE of its estimated savings was overstated by billions of dollars, a review by CBS News found.
Duffy called each of the recent incidents "very unique" and also talked about recent layoffs and Elon Musk's efforts to overhaul the air traffic control system.
The employees who will be affected — in a single division of the IRS — are expected to be notified Thursday that they've been fired.
"A Dictator without Elections, Zelenskyy better move fast or he is not going to have a Country left," President Trump wrote.
Four men were sentenced to 25 years for the "honor killing" of a woman stabbed to death in broad daylight in front of her three-year-old daughter.
Andrew Lester pleaded guilty in the 2023 shooting of Ralph Yarl, a Black honor student who rang the White man's doorbell by mistake.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has told the Pentagon to find $50 billion in programs to cut this year, to redirect funds to President Trump's priorities.
Delta Air Lines says it is offering $30,000 to passengers who were aboard a flight from Minneapolis that crashed and flipped upside down while landing in Toronto on Monday.
Two teenagers are under arrest for allegedly plotting what the FBI is calling "a mass casualty attack" at a Houston-area high school.
Bryan Kohberger's lawyers argued law enforcement violated his constitutional rights when they used Investigative Genetic Genealogy to identify possible suspects.
John Rosenow, a fifth-generation farmer in Waumandee, Wisconsin, said about 90% of the work on his farm is done by immigrants.
Duffy called each of the recent incidents "very unique" and also talked about recent layoffs and Elon Musk's efforts to overhaul the air traffic control system.
Two planes collided midair Wednesday at the Marana Regional Airport near Tucson, Arizona, leaving two passengers dead, the Federal Aviation Administration said.
Elon Musk had claimed that DOGE found evidence of 150-year-olds receiving Social Security benefits.
The employees who will be affected — in a single division of the IRS — are expected to be notified Thursday that they've been fired.
Ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has an uncommon style of giving that has brought meaningful change to charities, a new report finds.
Pet owners cautioned after tests confirm Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in two cats living in different households.
Apple has unveiled the iPhone 16e, a lower-cost version of the iPhone 16. The new phone includes AI features.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has told the Pentagon to find $50 billion in programs to cut this year, to redirect funds to President Trump's priorities.
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals declined a request from the Trump administration to pause a ruling that blocked the president's executive order to end birthright citizenship.
John Rosenow, a fifth-generation farmer in Waumandee, Wisconsin, said about 90% of the work on his farm is done by immigrants.
Duffy called each of the recent incidents "very unique" and also talked about recent layoffs and Elon Musk's efforts to overhaul the air traffic control system.
Elon Musk had claimed that DOGE found evidence of 150-year-olds receiving Social Security benefits.
Pet owners cautioned after tests confirm Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in two cats living in different households.
A clinical trial from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center looked at the effects of a targeted mRNA vaccine on early-stage pancreatic cancer patients.
Krystena Murray is seeking a jury trial, $75,000 in judgment and other damages after the IVF mix-up.
President Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order that directs his administration to find ways to reduce the high costs of in vitro fertilization, or IVF.
Vatican authorities said Monday that Pope Francis has a complex infection in his respiratory system and will require more targeted drug treatment. Here's what to know.
Four men were sentenced to 25 years for the "honor killing" of a woman stabbed to death in broad daylight in front of her three-year-old daughter.
"His friend witnessed the crocodile resurface, maul the victim's body and drag it into the current," police said.
Hamas released the bodies of 4 Israeli hostages, including, it's believed, the youngest captive taken in the Oct. 7, 2023 terrorist attack, Kfir Bibas, and his brother and mother.
"A Dictator without Elections, Zelenskyy better move fast or he is not going to have a Country left," President Trump wrote.
The debris left spectacular luminous trails visible in the sky in western Poland, according to witnesses.
Blake Lively alleged she was not the only woman concerned about Justin Baldoni's "unwelcome and uncomfortable behavior."
Cynthia Erivo is set to host the 2025 Tony Awards, which will take place on June 8 at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. Here's when nominations will be announced.
In "Dream State," by Eric Puchner unveils a story of life's sudden realizations and relationships. In this excerpt, Garrett grapples with his emotions and his unexpected happiness as he watches Cece, whose presence stirs long-forgotten feelings.
Oprah Winfrey reveals her newest book club selection, "Dream State," by Eric Puchner, which explores love, betrayal, and the choices that shape our lives.
Kim Sae-ron, 24, was found dead by a friend at her home in Seoul on Sunday.
A school in Minnesota is encouraging its students to ditch their phones during "phone-free February." CBS News Minnesota's Kirsten Mitchell has the details and reaction.
Apple has unveiled the iPhone 16e, a lower-cost version of the iPhone 16. The new phone includes AI features.
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.
Elon Musk revealed his new chatbot, Grok 3, on Monday. Maria Curi, tech policy reporter for Axios, joined CBS News to discuss the new product.
Musk's xAI claims its chatbot outperforms other AI models in assertions that have not been independently verified.
The asteroid 2024 YR4 has a very small chance of striking Earth when its orbit briefly intersects our planet's in December 2032.
A clinical trial from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center looked at the effects of a targeted mRNA vaccine on early-stage pancreatic cancer patients.
Archaeologists in Egypt have found the tomb of King Thutmose II — the first discovery of an ancient royal tomb since King Tutankhamun's in 1922.
The head of planetary defense at the European Space Agency discusses 2024 YR4, an asteroid with a small chance of striking Earth eight years from now.
The clouds contain carbon dioxide and only form high in Mars' atmosphere.
Four men were sentenced to 25 years for the "honor killing" of a woman stabbed to death in broad daylight in front of her three-year-old daughter.
Two teenagers are under arrest for allegedly plotting what the FBI is calling "a mass casualty attack" at a Houston-area high school.
Bryan Kohberger's lawyers argued law enforcement violated his constitutional rights when they used Investigative Genetic Genealogy to identify possible suspects.
Andrew Lester pleaded guilty in the 2023 shooting of Ralph Yarl, a Black honor student who rang the White man's doorbell by mistake.
A federal judge held a hearing on the Justice Department's push to drop corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more.
The debris left spectacular luminous trails visible in the sky in western Poland, according to witnesses.
The asteroid 2024 YR4 has a very small chance of striking Earth when its orbit briefly intersects our planet's in December 2032.
The head of planetary defense at the European Space Agency discusses 2024 YR4, an asteroid with a small chance of striking Earth eight years from now.
The clouds contain carbon dioxide and only form high in Mars' atmosphere.
By switching the next space station crew to a different ferry ship, the Starliner astronauts will get home a bit earlier than planned.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
Hamas has released the bodies of four dead Israeli hostages, believed to be the remains of Shiri Bibas and her two children, Ariel and Kfir, as well as 83-year-old Oded Lifshitz. CBS News contributor Robert Berger has more.
After months of delays, the historic SS United States ocean liner finally moved out of Philadelphia on a new voyage as it prepares to become the world's largest artificial reef off the Florida coast. John Dickerson and Maurice DuBois have details.
An asteroid gaining notoriety for its potential to collide with Earth in 2032 was estimated Tuesday to have roughly a 3% chance of striking our planet -- the highest probability ever assigned -- before additional analysis Wednesday lowered the chances to about 1.5%, according to NASA. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joins to discuss.
Homeowners are still cleaning up after a powerful winter storm brought damaging winds, rains and flash foods to parts of the South. Among the hardest hit towns is Clarksville, Tennessee. Nicole Valdes reports.
According to the Department of Agriculture, more than 40% of the country's farm workers are undocumented immigrants. Camilo Montoya-Galvez traveled to a dairy farm in Wisconsin to report on the tension between cheap labor and the Trump administration's immigration crackdown.