This orange lobster is a one in 30 million find, experts say
The University of New England is also home to a blue lobster named Blueberry, a large lobster named Larry, and a famous yellow lobster, named Banana.
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Scientists claim evidence that our distant relatives buried their dead
The lead scientist tells CBS News that the discoveries his team is making in the Rising Star cave system may force us to rethink "what it means to be human."
Sailing race takes competitors around the world while collecting climate data
The boats go where few scientific missions travel, making the data they collect especially valuable.
Scientists find potential predator that can kill spotted lanternflies
Authorities have urged people to do whatever they can to stop the invasive species known as the spotted lanternfly from spreading.
Multiple rare sightings of wolverine in California confirmed
In the last century, only two wolverines were spotted in California.
Phoenix limits construction amid water crisis
Arizona is limiting new construction around Phoenix as the state's water supply continues to dwindle. State officials say there isn't enough groundwater for housing construction that's already been approved. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more.
South Dakota zoo welcomes litter of "critically endangered" red wolves
A litter of six red wolf pups, a highly endangered species of which there are only about two dozen in the wild, was born at the Great Plains Zoo in South Dakota on Thursday.
Atlantic hurricane season officially begins
The Atlantic hurricane season has officially begun and forecasters are already watching some activity in the Gulf. CBS News senior weather and climate producer David Parkinson joins with a preview of the season, and national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez investigates Florida's flood insurance crisis.
Trucker detained after a "weird" potato spill on a key Denmark bridge
Officials say it "looks weird," and could have been an accident - or a protest over new environmental restrictions on diesel trucks hauling heavy loads.
Ancient mastodon tooth found by jogger on California beach
The massive fossil once belonged to an ancient elephant-like creature dating back to the Ice Age.
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Judge agrees to reveal backers of Santos' $500,000 bond, but keeps names hidden for now
A federal judge in New York has granted a request from media organizations to reveal their identities, but gave Santos until Friday to appeal.
Blinken planning to travel to China soon for high-level talks
Details of the visit are still being finalized, but planning is underway for Blinken to make the trip this month, three sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
Prince Harry blasts "utterly vile" tabloids in U.K. court testimony
The son of Britain's King Charles III is the first senior royal to give testimony and face questioning in court since the 19th century.
Watch Live: Chris Christie announces 2024 presidential campaign
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is in New Hampshire to announce his 2024 presidential campaign.
GOP Rep. Jim Jordan seeks DOJ memo on special counsel's Trump probes
The letter from House Judiciary Committee chairman Jim Jordan comes a day after lawyers for former President Donald Trump met with the special counsel and other officials at the Justice Department.
Ukraine's counteroffensive appears to be in opening phases
An uptick in Ukrainian operations signals the opening phases of the counteroffensive against Russia are underway, but not the main push.
Judge temporarily blocks Florida ban on trans minor care
The ruling states that the minors whose parents requested the injunction can continue to receive gender-affirming treatment with GnRH agonists, known as "puberty blockers" or cross-sex hormones.
Human Rights Campaign declares "state of emergency" for LGBTQ+ Americans
The civil rights organization also issued a guidebook to help ensure safety for both LGBTQ+ residents and travelers in "hostile states."
Missouri man set to be executed for killing 2 unarmed jail guards
Michael Tisius, 42, is scheduled to die by injection for killing Leon Egley and Jason Acton on June 22, 2000.
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These are the most popular cities for Gen Z homebuyers
The young generation has a propensity for home ownership despite facing headwinds, report shows.
Merck sues government over Medicare drug pricing, claiming "extortion"
Drugmaker says it's unconstitutional for the feds to negotiate drug prices on behalf of seniors. Patient advocates say it's "desperately needed."
Want to save for retirement? This 401(k) gives up to $250 cash back
The first-of-its-kind boost is based on the new Secure 2.0 law, which allows retirement plans to provide financial incentives to save.
Judge temporarily blocks Florida ban on trans minor care
The ruling states that the minors whose parents requested the injunction can continue to receive gender-affirming treatment with GnRH agonists, known as "puberty blockers" or cross-sex hormones.
Remember that looming recession? Not happening, some economists say
"People have been using the wrong R-word to describe the economy," one economist said. "It's resilience — not recession."
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These are the most popular cities for Gen Z homebuyers
The young generation has a propensity for home ownership despite facing headwinds, report shows.
Merck sues government over Medicare drug pricing, claiming "extortion"
Drugmaker says it's unconstitutional for the feds to negotiate drug prices on behalf of seniors. Patient advocates say it's "desperately needed."
Want to save for retirement? This 401(k) gives up to $250 cash back
The first-of-its-kind boost is based on the new Secure 2.0 law, which allows retirement plans to provide financial incentives to save.
Remember that looming recession? Not happening, some economists say
"People have been using the wrong R-word to describe the economy," one economist said. "It's resilience — not recession."
"What the duck" is no more with new iPhone autocorrect update
The update comes for those who "just wanted to type a ducking word," Apple said at the Worldwide Developers Conference.
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Blinken planning to travel to China soon for high-level talks
Details of the visit are still being finalized, but planning is underway for Blinken to make the trip this month, three sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
Ukraine's counteroffensive appears to be in opening phases
An uptick in Ukrainian operations signals the opening phases of the counteroffensive against Russia are underway, but not the main push.
Senate chair weighing subpoena for Harlan Crow over Clarence Thomas ties
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Ron Wyden accused Harlan Crow of "doubling down on bogus legal theories."
Watch Live: Chris Christie announces 2024 presidential campaign
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is in New Hampshire to announce his 2024 presidential campaign.
GOP Rep. Jim Jordan seeks DOJ memo on special counsel's Trump probes
The letter from House Judiciary Committee chairman Jim Jordan comes a day after lawyers for former President Donald Trump met with the special counsel and other officials at the Justice Department.
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Merck sues government over Medicare drug pricing, claiming "extortion"
Drugmaker says it's unconstitutional for the feds to negotiate drug prices on behalf of seniors. Patient advocates say it's "desperately needed."
New study finds AI can help improve breast cancer risk predictions
A new study is showing yet another way artificial intelligence is entering the medical field. This time, researchers found AI algorithms improved on existing practices for predicting breast cancer risk.
Massage therapists ease hospice patients' pain — but aren't easy to find
The pandemic disrupted the massage industry. Now those who specialize in hospice massage therapy are in demand and redefining their roles.
Changing The World: A discussion about mental health
Chelsea Clinton, Raquelle Stevens, Midge Purce and Glenn Close gathered to highlight the mental health epidemic in a Two Bridge "Changing The World" panel discussion moderated by CBS2's Maurice DuBois.
Health firm wrongly told hundreds of people they might have cancer
Grail, a biotech firm that makes a blood test for detecting cancer, blamed the snafu on a technology glitch.
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Blinken planning to travel to China soon for high-level talks
Details of the visit are still being finalized, but planning is underway for Blinken to make the trip this month, three sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
Astrud Gilberto, "The Girl from Ipanema" singer, dead at 83
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Why working in China is getting "very risky" for some U.S. companies
Elon Musk may be fine, but for smaller U.S. businesses, operating in China has become "very risky," a lawyer who works in the country tells CBS News.
Scientists claim evidence that our distant relatives buried their dead
The lead scientist tells CBS News that the discoveries his team is making in the Rising Star cave system may force us to rethink "what it means to be human."
Natalee Holloway suspect to challenge extradition to U.S., lawyer says
Holloway was 18 when she was last seen during a trip with classmates to Aruba. She was last seen leaving a bar with Joran van der Sloot.
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Astrud Gilberto, "The Girl from Ipanema" singer, dead at 83
Gilberto's performance in English turned her into an overnight sensation and helped popularized bossa nova in the U.S.
Cuba Gooding Jr. settles civil sex abuse case, averting trial
Actor Cuba Gooding Jr. has settled with a woman who claims he raped her, averting a trial that was about to begin in New York City.
Hollywood actors vote overwhelmingly to authorize strike
The actors' union, which has roughly 160,000 members, voted overwhelmingly to strike if negotiations with studios turn sour.
Actor Luna Blaise on "Manifest" ending
Actor Luna Blaise stars in the TV series "Manifest" on Netflix. Blaise joins "CBS Mornings" and shares her reaction to the show's final episodes, what she took from set and what it was like to say goodbye to her character, Olive.
Colts' Isaiah Rodgers admits "mistakes" after gambling allegations surface
The Indianapolis Colts said they're aware the NFL has opened a gambling probe into one of the team's players. Rodgers said he takes "full responsibility" for his actions.
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"What the duck" is no more with new iPhone autocorrect update
The update comes for those who "just wanted to type a ducking word," Apple said at the Worldwide Developers Conference.
Apple unveils new iOS 17 features: Here's what users can expect
The company's operating system upgrade, coming September, adds live voicemail transcribing and an enhanced autocorrect tool.
Apple's launch into virtual reality
Apple is unveiling its Vision Pro headset, a virtual reality device set for release next year at a starting cost of $3,499.00. Carter Evans reports.
Apple unveils mixed reality headset
Apple unveiled a long-anticipated piece of hardware during its worldwide developers conference Monday. The new "Vision Pro" mixed-reality headset is the tech juggernaut's first foray into what it calls "spatial computing." Brian Heater, hardware editor at TechCrunch, joins CBS News to discuss the significance behind the headset and other highlights from the conference.
Apple unveils new VR headset
Apple gave the world the first look at its new Vision Pro headset. Carter Evans takes a look at whether the new product can succeed where other wearable tech has failed.
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This orange lobster is a one in 30 million find, experts say
The University of New England is also home to a blue lobster named Blueberry, a large lobster named Larry, and a famous yellow lobster, named Banana.
Scientists claim evidence that our distant relatives buried their dead
The lead scientist tells CBS News that the discoveries his team is making in the Rising Star cave system may force us to rethink "what it means to be human."
Sailing race takes competitors around the world while collecting climate data
The boats go where few scientific missions travel, making the data they collect especially valuable.
Scientists find potential predator that can kill spotted lanternflies
Authorities have urged people to do whatever they can to stop the invasive species known as the spotted lanternfly from spreading.
Multiple rare sightings of wolverine in California confirmed
In the last century, only two wolverines were spotted in California.
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Iowa teen who brutally killed parents sentenced to life in prison
Officers found Ethan Orton covered in blood after he killed his parents at the family's home in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Natalee Holloway suspect to challenge extradition to U.S., lawyer says
Holloway was 18 when she was last seen during a trip with classmates to Aruba. She was last seen leaving a bar with Joran van der Sloot.
Teenager tried to hire hitman to kill 7-year-old, Iowa police say
The 17-year-old allegedly submitted the child's information to a bogus website called rentahitman.com.
New York trooper charged in deadly shooting captured on bodycam video
The charges in the death of James Huber are a rare example of a criminal case being brought against an officer by New York's attorney general.
Missouri man set to be executed for killing 2 unarmed jail guards
Michael Tisius, 42, is scheduled to die by injection for killing Leon Egley and Jason Acton on June 22, 2000.
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SpaceX launches space station resupply mission
The Dragon carries needed crew supplies and equipment, along with two roll-out solar array blankets.
New Webb telescope images reveal center of far-off galaxy
One of the new images, part of an "astronomical treasure trove" reveal asteroid tails shooting across the far-off galaxy.
Livestream captures images of Mars
In a first of its kind event, the European Space Agency on Friday livestreamed images of Mars in what it called an opportunity "to get as close as it's currently possible" to the Red Planet.
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For first time ever, a near livestream of Mars
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Woman poisoned with cheesecake; lookalike convicted of attempted murder
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N.J. woman survives a home invasion, brutal stabbing by a young stranger
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Robert Hanssen | 60 Minutes Archive
In 2001, Lesley Stahl reported on "The Secret Life of Robert Hanssen." The former FBI agent was convicted of spying for Russia, and began serving a life sentence in 2002. He died in prison this week at the age of 79.
Prince Harry evidence against U.K. tabloids
Prince Harry will make an appearance in court Tuesday as he sues one of Britain's tabloid newspapers for phone hacking and illegal intrusion into his private life. The publisher admits phone hacking once took place at its newspapers but denies that the Duke of Sussex was ever a target. Holly Williams spoke with media lawyer Matthew Gill about what Harry hoped to achieve by taking the very public case to trial.
Apple's launch into virtual reality
Apple is unveiling its Vision Pro headset, a virtual reality device set for release next year at a starting cost of $3,499.00. Carter Evans reports.
Chris Christie set to launch 2024 bid
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is expected to launch his second presidential campaign on Tuesday. Christie will again challenge Donald Trump for the Republican nomination more than seven years after ending his first presidential run and endorsing the former president. CBS News political director Fin Gomez has more.
Significance of dam destroyed in Ukraine
Thousands of families were forced to evacuate after a key dam collapsed in southern Ukraine. Russian and Ukrainian forces are blaming each other for the collapse. Veronika Melkozerova, the Ukraine reporter for Politico Europe, has more.