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Science - Protecting the Venus fly trap - The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world. (Originally broadcast April 26, 2026.) Aug 9 - 5:541 day ago
Genetically altered beagles offer hope for dog lovers with allergies -- Matt Walker, a geneticist and the CEO of Kindred Companion Sciences, joins "CBS Mornings" with his gene-altered beagle, Bailey, to discuss creating future options for people with severe pet allergies.1 day ago
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed -- Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.5 days ago
Bezos, DiCaprio set up massive wildlife fund -- Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos have announced a $200 million fund set to protect species on the brink of extinction. Carter Evans has the story.6 days ago
Dramatic photos show lava spewing from Fuego volcano in Guatemala -- Guatemalan officials on Monday began evacuating two villages near the Fuego volcano due to the ongoing eruption.6 days ago
Rare footage of humpback whale birth captured on drone video -- The footage is believed to be only the fourth complete humpback whale birth ever recorded on film anywhere in the world and the first-ever captured by drone.10 days ago
Rare video shows humpback whale birth -- A photographer operating a drone off the coast of Australia captured a humpback whale giving birth. It's believed to be the first time such a birth has been recorded by a drone.10 days ago
How plants feel -- Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.9 days ago
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S. -- Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.15 days ago
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO -- Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.16 days ago
North Carolina GOP chooses replacement candidate for Rep. Chuck Edwards -- State Rep. Jennifer Balkcom will face Jamie Ager on the ballot in November.23 minutes ago
Wisconsin's Democratic showdown and more primary races to watch today -- South Carolina Republicans will be choosing a successor for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham's seat, and Minnesota's Senate primary is another battle between moderate and progressive Democrats.2 hours ago
Trump secretly switched to different plane in Turkey amid Iran threat -- Ahead of a flight from Turkey, President Trump secretly left Air Force One and was moved to another plane with the help of a catering truck, according to a source, as the U.S. grappled with a threat from Iran.5 hours ago
In texts, Fauci discussed potential risks, benefits of COVID vaccine for pregnant women -- Two Senate Republicans released a set of 2021 texts that show Dr. Anthony Fauci discussing how to "weigh the potential risks against the benefits" of pregnant women taking COVID-19 vaccines.10 hours ago
Rescuers race to find Colombia earthquake survivors as death toll rises -- More than 2,700 people were reported missing on Monday night, after the country was struck by its strongest earthquake on record.1 hour ago
Zelenskyy says Russia using North Korean missiles in Ukraine -- Russia and North Korea have been collaborating in the offensive against Ukraine since 2024.2 hours ago
Congo Ebola death toll tops 2,000 in fastest spreading outbreak on record -- At least 2,000 people have died among the confirmed cases in Congo's Ebola outbreak that is the fastest-spreading on record, according to the latest government data.2 hours ago