Amy Coney Barrett's views on climate change – and why it matters
Barrett said, "I don't think my views on global warming or climate change are relevant to the job I would do as a judge." Many scientists disagree.
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Fierce storms and wildfires to dramatically spike, U.N. agencies say
"Extreme weather and climate events have increased in frequency, intensity and severity as result of climate change and hit vulnerable communities disproportionately hard," according to the report.
Panera introduces "climate-friendly," low-carbon food items
National chain is first to partner with World Resources Institute in offering meals for environmentally conscious.
Half of the Great Barrier Reef's corals have died since 1995
Larger species have been affected hardest – almost disappearing from the far northern reaches of the reef.
Prince William launches ambitious "Earthshot Prize" to save the planet
Britain's future king and a cadre of high-profile partners are offering $65 million in reward money over 10 years for solutions to 5 daunting environmental challenges.
Harris says a Biden administration will not ban fracking
Kamala Harris pushed back against Mike Pence's assertion that the Biden administration would implement the Green New Deal.
How Biden's climate plan compares to the Green New Deal
"Joe Biden's climate plan isn't everything, but it isn't nothing at all," one leading climate activist told CBS News.
California wildfires scorch more than 4 million acres, breaking record
Cal Fire said there have been more than 8,200 wildfires since the start of the year — and the flames have burned an area larger than Connecticut.
Greenland Ice Sheet will melt at fastest rate in 12,000 years
The Greenland Ice Sheet is on track to melt four times faster than it has at any point over the last 12,000 years.
How to reduce food waste during the coronavirus pandemic
During the pandemic, food meant for restaurants is piling up in landfills, while lines at food banks are growing every day. But, there are things individuals can do to help.
Oceans are out of balance — and that means stronger storms
Oceans store 1,000 more heat than the atmosphere and ultimately control our climate destiny.
California to ban new gas-powered vehicle sales by 2035
The executive order, one of the most ambitious in the nation, will require all new vehicles sold after that date to be zero-emission.
Climate Clock in New York City counts down to global deadline
"We need for everyone in the world to 'synchronize our watches'" in the fight against climate change, say the activists behind the display.
40% of Hawaii's beaches could disappear by 2050, study predicts
University of Hawaii researchers warn sea level rise and current beach protection practices could be precarious combination
Wildfires & extreme weather: It's not coincidence, it's climate change
These kinds of dystopian weather events, happening often at the same time, are exactly what scientists have been warning about.
Biden and Trump responses to wildfires highlight divide on climate change
Trump said he doesn't think "science knows" what is happening to the climate.
The world is failing to save species and ecosystems, UN warns
Without addressing biodiversity and climate change, the report said, the world will not fully be able to tackle poverty, reduce hunger, or reduce the risk of future pandemics.
Section of largest remaining Arctic ice shelf shatters
"The atmosphere in this region has warmed by approximately 3°C since 1980 and record-breaking temperatures have been observed in 2019 and 2020," says researcher Dr. Jenny Turton.
Scientific American backs Joe Biden with first presidential endorsement
The magazine editors believe Biden "can set the country back on course for a safer, more prosperous and more equitable future."
Wildfire smoke from West has spread to Washington, D.C.
The smoke was creating a hazy sky and obscuring the sun.
Biden: Climate change means "you aren't safe in Donald Trump's America"
There are deadly blazes burning in California, Washington and Oregon, and at least 35 people have died as a result of the fires.
Trump says "I don't think science knows" about climate
A California official disagreed with the president about the root cause of the wildfires.
Northern Hemisphere had its warmest summer ever, NOAA says
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration also said 2020 is likely to be one of the five warmest years on record.
Oregon governor says wildfires are a "wake-up call" on climate change
More than 500,000 Oregonians are under an evacuation order and 40,000 have been forced to leave their homes.
Animal populations have declined nearly 70% since 1970, report says
World Wildlife Fund says species in Latin America and the Caribbean were disproportionately affected, declining 94% on average — and humans are to blame.
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Neil deGrasse Tyson on why he's still waiting for proof of aliens
Neil deGrasse Tyson explains why, despite believing life likely exists elsewhere, he's still waiting for real proof.
Neil deGrasse Tyson on new book
Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his updated book "Just Visiting This Planet," which tackles more than 200 questions about science and the universe — including why the sky is blue.
Fall foliage colors muted in several regions due to drought
Leaf-peeping season has arrived in the Northeast and beyond, but weeks of drought have dulled this year's autumn colors and sent leaves fluttering to the ground earlier than usual.
Arctic seals, most bird species on new list of threatened species
One bright spot is green sea turtles, which have recovered substantially, the IUCN said as it released its latest Red List of Threatened Species.
Bear injures 2 in Japanese grocery store, man killed in separate attack
As Japan faces rising human-bear encounters, an animal trapped in a grocery store injured two men, while a separate reported mauling proved fatal.
Interstellar comet passing by Mars seen in rare images
The images taken by two Mars orbiters show a bright, fuzzy white dot of the comet, also known as 3I/ATLAS, appearing to move against a backdrop of distant stars.
Nobel in Physics goes to 3 scientists for work on quantum technology
One of 2025's three Nobel Prize in Physics winners says the trio's work is "one of the underlying reasons that cellphones work.''
Bill Nye warns U.S. could "cede leadership to other countries" if NASA budget is cut
Bill Nye the Science Guy on Monday protested against a federal budget proposal that would see NASA's funding reduced from $24 billion to $18.8 billion.
3 scientists win Nobel Prize in medicine for discoveries in immunology
Nobel Prize committee chair says discoveries by the trio of researchers were "decisive for our understanding of how the immune system functions."
Supermoon will appear tonight. Here's what to know.
The first supermoon of 2025 will arrive soon. Here's what to know about the phenomenon.
Mysterious planet is gobbling 6 billion tons of gas and dust a second
ESO's Very Large Telescope has observed a rogue planet and revealed that it is eating up gas and dust from its surroundings at a rate of 6 billion tons a second.
Saturn's moon shows favorable conditions for life: "Simply phenomenal"
Enceladus has long been considered a prime candidate in the search for life beyond Earth because of its hidden ocean and plumes of water erupting from cracks near its south pole.
From the archives: Naturalist Jane Goodall
Famed naturalist Jane Goodall, who dedicated her life to studying chimpanzees and protecting the environment, died on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025 at age 91. In this Oct. 24, 2021 "Sunday Morning" profile, she talked with Seth Doane about her fascination with animals, her groundbreaking work with primates, and her advocacy for a more sustainable future.
Bermuda braces for Hurricane Imelda after a brush with Humberto
The outer bands of Humberto lashed Bermuda ahead of a more direct pass from the newer and stronger Hurricane Imelda.
Why crickets are as good as a thermometer
The chirping of crickets in your backyard can be a soothing seasonal sound, but did you know it's also an accurate way to tell the temperature – if you know the mathematical formula? Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explain.