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Technology - The silent spy game orbiting above Earth's skies - Above Earth's atmosphere, an arms race is unfolding. Thousands of miles above the ground, satellites from different companies and nations are observing us and each other. To learn more, Olivia Gazis traveled to Vantor, a Colorado-based satellite technology company. 5H ago - 4:3620 minutes ago
Where to get the latest CBS Mornings Deals -- On this edition of CBS Deals, we show you items that will help improve your everyday lifestyle. Visit cbsdeals.com to take advantage of these exclusive deals today. CBS earns commissions on purchases made through cbsdeals.com.20 minutes ago
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. -- Mar 28, 20241 year ago
French teen social media ban struck down by top constitutional authority - France's social media ban, which was due to take effect on Sept. 1, would have barred younger users from networks such as TikTok, Snapchat and Instagram. Aug 1420 minutes ago
Using AI in your romantic relationships -- AI is making its way into people's love lives - some say it has helped to improve their conversations while others have used it to end a relationship. Dr. Sue Varma discusses how to use AI properly, set boundaries and identify warning signs of becoming too emotionally dependent. -- Aug 1420 minutes ago
5 people injured in shooting at Virginia State University - Five people were injured in the shooting involving multiple suspects. One person is currently listed in critical condition, the university said. updated 29M ago20 minutes ago
Science - Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe - A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports. Aug 13 - 1:581 day ago
Europe sees total solar eclipse -- A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.2 days ago
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work -- Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.2 days ago
How a total solar eclipse stopped a war -- Columbia University astronomy professor Dr. Janna Levin joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse, saying it's a reminder that humans share this Earth together and "we're all part of something larger."2 days ago
New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers -- The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.3 days ago
Perseid meteor shower peaks during eclipse -- The Perseid meteor shower will peak during 2026's only total solar eclipse. Director of astronomy at Adler Planetarium, Dr. Geza Gyuk, explains why the eclipse is so special.3 days ago
Total solar eclipse in Europe -- A small part of the U.S. will be able to see a sliver of partial solar eclipse, but the path of totality will cut through Europe. CBS News meteorologist Rob Marciano has more from Mallorca, Spain.3 days ago
Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe -- The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.2 days ago
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.)3 days 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.6 days ago
Tropical Storm Lala begins lashing Hawaii's Big Island -- Tropical Storm Lala is expected to become a hurricane and bring dangerous conditions to Hawaii this weekend, forecasters say.2 hours ago
Luigi Mangione pleads guilty in federal case, admits shooting Brian Thompson -- Luigi Mangione entered a guilty plea in his federal case at a court appearance in Manhattan Friday morning.1 day ago
2 powerful earthquakes hit Indonesia on same day, at least 47 dead -- With magnitudes of 7.7 and 6.4, two earthquakes struck different parts of Indonesia on the same day.3 hours ago
Construction workers find $10 million gold stash in renovations -- Police issued a warning telling "gold prospectors" to stay away from the construction site6 hours ago
USS Washington aircraft carrier heads to Middle East to replace USS Lincoln -- The USS George Washington aircraft carrier departed Vietnam last week and is headed to the Middle East to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln, according to a U.S. official.1 day ago
Ex-Cambridge professor dies week after resigning amid plagiarism allegations -- Jason Arday, who was Cambridge's youngest Black professor, died in London on Friday, the school said.20 hours ago
Air traffic controller saves day when 2 jets with same call number converge -- An air traffic controller's quick thinking helped avert a dangerous situation when two jets, one landing in Phoenix and the other simultaneously taking off, shared the same flight number and radio frequency.11 hours ago
Crime - Mozart statuettes snatched in classical caper - To celebrate Mozart's 270th birthday this year, German artist Ottmar H rl made 320 statuettes of the composer and his dog, Pimperl, placing them around Salzburg, Austria. However, the statuettes have been pilfered. 5H ago - 2:051 hour ago
Italian art heist foiled -- Five accused thieves are under arrest after police say they took $10 million worth of art from a private museum in an Italian villa.1 hour ago
Why did Luigi Mangione plead guilty? -- Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to two federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, reading a statement aloud to the court. Anna Schecter reports.2 hours ago
Luigi Mangione's Guilty Plea, Explained -- A major development in the Luigi Mangione case: after previously pleading not guilty to federal stalking charges, Mangione changed his plea to guilty and also admitted to shooting United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News legal analyst Caroline Polisi and CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman examine what changed, why the plea change matters, and what comes next in the state murder case.13 hours ago