Massive rescue effort as floods inundate southern Brazilian metropolis
Historic flooding has left the wealthy Brazilian city of Porto Alegre underwater, with more than 80 people dead and many awaiting rescue.
Historic flooding has left the wealthy Brazilian city of Porto Alegre underwater, with more than 80 people dead and many awaiting rescue.
Massive floods in Brazil's southern Rio Grande do Sul state have killed at least 60 people and another 101 are reported missing, according to Sunday's toll from local authorities.
At least one child was killed and hundreds had to be rescued as portions of Texas dealt with flooding over the weekend.
In the past few weeks, flooding in Kenya and Tanzania killed hundreds after heavy rain during the region's monsoon season, officials said.
There's a newly-determined "major factor" in declining bumblebee populations – and it's attacking their nests.
Much of Asia is sweltering under a heat wave that one expert calls "by far the most extreme event in world climatic history."
Kenya's Red Cross says it helped rescue dozens of people from the Maasai Mara game park as deadly floods spreads across the region.
Last summer, hundreds of millions of people were faced with triple-digit temperatures across the U.S. This year, it could happen again.
President William Ruto has promised help for Kenyans as unusually heavy monsoon rains burst a dam and unleash deadly floods and mudslides.
In Tanzania, heavy rains have affected more than 200,000 people and ruined major infrastructure, officials said.
Coal-fired power plants would have to capture smokestack emissions or shut down under a new EPA rule the industry says would make the grid less reliable. It's likely to face court challenges.
Those who prioritize climate change feel somewhat unsatisfied — more of them feel Biden has done too little.
Cancer, heart disease, respiratory illnesses and kidney dysfunction among the health consequences of a warming planet.
Many Americans see an economic cost to combating climate change.
CBS News climate producer Chris Spinder got into the water as sharks circled below. In this producer's notebook, he shares what he learned after a minor, but bloody, injury.
A process called cryopreservation allows cells to remain frozen but alive for hundreds of years. For some animal cells, the moon is the closest place that's cold enough.
More than 100 nations, including the United States, have agreed to protect 30% of the world's oceans by 2030.
Over half of U.S. counties face potentially higher utility expenses as the mercury rises, a new analysis finds.
People who have experienced extreme weather are especially likely to say climate change needs to be addressed right away.
Starbucks unveiled the new cups ahead of Earth Day and as a new report warns plastic production emissions are even greater than those from aviation.
A disappearing lizard population in the mountains of Arizona shows how climate change is fast-tracking the rate of extinction.
Scientists are using a range of tools to protect the endangered wildlife that could disappear in coming decades.
Dubai is known for using planes to help prompt precipitation over the region. But experts say it did not play a role in this week's historic downpour.
Hurricane Maria nearly wiped out an endangered parrot in Puerto Rico, highlighting the grave threat climate change-fueled storms pose to endangered species.
Water still covers some roads around Dubai International Airport, but the major hub expects to be fully running again soon as the UAE bails out from a deluge.
Reported sightings of giant, toxic, invasive hammerhead flatworms are on the rise in parts of southeastern Canada. Experts say the worms can grow up to 3 feet long and pose a risk to children, pets and other small animals. Peter Ducey, PH.D. and distinguished teaching professor at SUNY Cortland, joins CBS News to discuss the worm.
When NASA added a tiny four-pound helicopter as a stowaway to its Mars 2020 lander, it expected the helicopter to fly five very brief flights in the thin Martian atmosphere. Yet, Ingenuity would far surpass all expectations.
When NASA added a drone named Ingenuity to its Mars 2020 rover Perseverance, it expected the tiny four-pound helicopter to fly a total of five very brief missions in the thin Martian atmosphere. But Ingenuity far surpassed all expectations, flying dozens of flights before suffering damage to its rotors in January. Correspondent David Pogue reports on how the tiny drone, created from off-the-shelf parts, continued to provide valuable data and images from the Red Planet three years into its mission.
There's a newly-determined "major factor" in declining bumblebee populations – and it's attacking their nests.
On Monday, Boeing plans to launch astronauts on its new spacecraft that is called Starliner. The test flight to the International Space Station is years behind schedule.
Georgia is home to the nation's newest nuclear reactor. It's bringing clean energy to the state, but the project has run over budget and past its original completion date. Drew Kann, climate and environment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBS News to explore the effort.
For the first time since 1803, two groups of periodical cicadas are emerging from the ground at the same time in parts of the Midwest and South. However, a small section of Central Illinois marks the only place where both the 13-year and 17-year cicadas are emerging in the same place. Dave Malkoff reports on the extraordinary event.
Much of Asia is sweltering under a heat wave that one expert calls "by far the most extreme event in world climatic history."
Trillions of cicadas are emerging across 12 states, from the Midwest to the East Coast, after spending more than a decade underground. In Central Illinois, there is a rare opportunity to see two types of cicadas together for the first time in more than 200 years.
Shanidar Z's skull — thought to be the best preserved Neanderthal find this century — "was as flat as a pizza," experts said.
The group of nations in the G7 have announced an agreement to phase out coal power plants by 2035. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
Blue holes are considered an "oasis" for marine life — but the Taam Ja' Blue Hole off the coast of Mexico remains largely mysterious.
Pollen counters are turning to artificial intelligence as seasonal allergies worsen due to climate change. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff explains how technology is changing the long and tedious process of pollen counting.
The bugs emit a loud, droning buzzing sound when they emerge — signaling they are ready to mate.
Officials from the National Weather Service and the CDC are already warning Americans about record-high temperatures in the coming months thanks to seasonal changes in the La Niña climate pattern. With these rising temperatures, there's also a higher risk of wildfires and droughts. Scott Dance, a climate reporter for The Washington Post, joined CBS News to discuss the forecast.
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
Without a major change, Social Security may be forced to cut benefits in 2035, a year later than previously forecast.
College protesters are demanding divestment as a way to deliver change, although its effectiveness isn't clear cut.
Stars are arriving on the red carpet at the 2024 Met Gala. Watch our coverage and see all the outfits.
A new membership from luxury fitness chain Equinox includes a battery of tests normally reserved for professional athletes.
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
Without a major change, Social Security may be forced to cut benefits in 2035, a year later than previously forecast.
College protesters are demanding divestment as a way to deliver change, although its effectiveness isn't clear cut.
A new membership from luxury fitness chain Equinox includes a battery of tests normally reserved for professional athletes.
Condé Nast employees were set to walk off the job only hours before the Met Gala, chaired by company editorial director Anna Wintour.
Without a major change, Social Security may be forced to cut benefits in 2035, a year later than previously forecast.
Prosecutors are continuing to call witnesses in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York, where jurors heard from a former Trump Organization executive.
A U.S. soldier has been detained in Russia, officials confirmed.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office says the proposal is "far from meeting Israel's core demands."
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem would not answer a question about whether the meeting with the North Korean leader actually occurred.
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
A survey from the American Academy of Dermatology finds more than one-third of adults reported getting a sunburn last year — the highest number since 2020.
Hormel Foods says potentially contaminated products were shipped to Publix and Dollar Tree distribution warehouses.
Steward Health Care, the struggling hospital group that owns hospitals in Massachusetts, Texas, Florida and other states, announced Monday that it is filing for bankruptcy.
The Texas dairy worker infected by H5N1 "did not disclose the name of their workplace," frustrating investigators.
A U.S. soldier has been detained in Russia, officials confirmed.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office says the proposal is "far from meeting Israel's core demands."
Zakia Wardak, Afghanistan's top diplomat in India, announced her resignation after reportedly being stopped at an airport with the gold cache.
Claiming a "new round of escalation" from NATO amid the war in Ukraine, Russia plans drills simulating the use of battlefield nuclear weapons.
Historic flooding has left the wealthy Brazilian city of Porto Alegre underwater, with more than 80 people dead and many awaiting rescue.
Miss USA Noelia Voigt said she's stepping down and relinquishing her crown.
Kendrick Lamar and Drake have each released several ruthless diss tracks against each other, with Kendrick alleging Drake has a secret daughter and making other disturbing accusations.
From "Magnum, P.I." to "Blue Bloods," Tom Selleck has become a staple of American television and film. In his latest memoir, "You Never Know," Selleck shares insights from his journey in Hollywood and beyond.
Cedric the Entertainer gives an exclusive first look at tonight's season six finale of "The Neighborhood."
It's widely known the Met Gala itself includes a dinner and a performance. But aside from bathroom selfies and elevator clips, the gala itself isn't recorded.
Sidechat, an app launched in 2022 where students can post anonymously about their colleges, is becoming a tool for those choosing to protest at U.S. campuses. Amanda Silberling, a senior culture writer for TechCrunch, joins CBS News with more details on the app.
Microsoft users can now use biometric passkeys, like a thumbprint or Face ID, to sign into Microsoft 365, Copilot. Jon Fingas, senior editor at Techopedia, has more.
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.
Sidechat, an anonymous messaging app, has been used by students to share opinions and updates, but university administrators say it has also fueled hateful rhetoric.
Georgia is home to the nation's newest nuclear reactor. It's bringing clean energy to the state, but the project has run over budget and past its original completion date. Drew Kann, climate and environment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBS News to explore the effort.
Reported sightings of giant, toxic, invasive hammerhead flatworms are on the rise in parts of southeastern Canada. Experts say the worms can grow up to 3 feet long and pose a risk to children, pets and other small animals. Peter Ducey, PH.D. and distinguished teaching professor at SUNY Cortland, joins CBS News to discuss the worm.
When NASA added a tiny four-pound helicopter as a stowaway to its Mars 2020 lander, it expected the helicopter to fly five very brief flights in the thin Martian atmosphere. Yet, Ingenuity would far surpass all expectations.
When NASA added a drone named Ingenuity to its Mars 2020 rover Perseverance, it expected the tiny four-pound helicopter to fly a total of five very brief missions in the thin Martian atmosphere. But Ingenuity far surpassed all expectations, flying dozens of flights before suffering damage to its rotors in January. Correspondent David Pogue reports on how the tiny drone, created from off-the-shelf parts, continued to provide valuable data and images from the Red Planet three years into its mission.
There's a newly-determined "major factor" in declining bumblebee populations – and it's attacking their nests.
On Monday, Boeing plans to launch astronauts on its new spacecraft that is called Starliner. The test flight to the International Space Station is years behind schedule.
A man has confessed to killing a woman at her apartment near Oklahoma City in 2016. He is being held on a first-degree murder charge.
Police identified the victims as Samantha Cisneros and Taryn Allen and said a 5-year-old girl was injured with a gunshot wound.
A church service in North Braddock, Pennsylvania, was upended Sunday when a man pulled a gun on the pastor in the middle of his sermon.
Officials confirmed the bodies found in a well last week in Mexico belonged to three missing surfers and that they each had bullet wounds.
Brian Fanion says he and his wife Amy Fanion had been arguing about his retirement plans when she picked up his service weapon and shot herself. Investigators did not believe his story.
Two astronauts will put the Boeing Starliner through its paces to verify it's ready to begin launching operational crew ferry flights to the space station.
After years of delays, Boeing is set to launch its Starliner spacecraft with a crew for the first time Monday. The test flight will carry two astronauts to the International Space Station.
The Eta Aquariids meteor shower will peak overnight on Sunday into Monday, according to NASA.
Two veteran astronauts will put the Starliner through its paces in the ship's first piloted flight to orbit.
Boeing is expected to launch its Starliner space capsule that will take two astronauts to the International Space Station. CBS News consultant Bill Harwood breaks down Boeing's mission.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
We look back at the life and career of the longtime host of "Sunday Morning," and "one of the most enduring and most endearing" people in broadcasting.
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Vice President Kamala Harris was in Detroit on Monday as a part of her nationwide economic opportunity tour. CBS News campaign reporter Nidia Cavazos has more.
Former President Donald Trump returned to court Monday for his New York criminal trial on the heels of a private retreat for campaign donors in Mar-a-Lago over the weekend. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa has the latest.
Hamas officials said Monday they accepted an Egyptian-Qatari cease-fire deal in its war with Israel. Republican Rep. Tom Cole of Oklahoma joins "America Decides" to discuss.
Former President Donald Trump has been held in contempt again for violating the gag order for the 10th time in his New York criminal trial. Judge Juan Merchan has warned further violations could bring jail time. CBS News campaign reporter Katrina Kaufman has details.
An American soldier is being held in Russia on charges of criminal misconduct. A U.S. Army spokesperson says Staff Sgt. Gordon Black was arrested on May 2 for allegedly stealing from a woman in a Russian port city near North Korea.