mRNA tech could help fight cancer, but cuts threaten progress, experts say
Federal funding cuts to mRNA technology research doesn't just impact COVID vaccines — experts say it could stall progress in treatment for cancers, rare disease and more.
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New species of "deceptively cute" ancient whale found on beach
Scientists have discovered a razor-toothed whale that prowled the seas 26 million years ago, saying the species was "deceptively cute" but a dangerous predator.
Why ASMR is making a lot of noise
ASMR (or autonomous sensory meridian response) is the tingling sensation some people experience from certain sounds or visuals – a "brain massage," in the words of Maria Viktorovna, who's been called the "ASMR queen." Correspondent Faith Salie talks with Viktorovna about her wildly successful "Gentle Whispering" videos, and with physiology professor Craig Richard, who discusses ASMR's physical effects. Salie also visits Whisperwave, New York City's first ASMR spa. [Originally broadcast Dec. 8, 2024.]
Meteorite that ripped through Georgia home's roof is older than Earth
A mysterious fireball blazed across the sky in broad daylight on June 26, sparking hundreds of siting reports in Georgia and South Carolina.
Butterfly populations rapidly declining in Midwest
A new study finds that butterfly populations are rapidly declining in the Midwest. Elise Zipkin, one of the authors of the study, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Perseids meteor shower will peak this week. But will the moon ruin views?
The Perseids meteor shower — considered one of the best shows in the sky — is set to peak this week.
New image shows high-speed comet visiting from another solar system
Discovered last month by a telescope in Chile, the comet known as 3I-Atlas is only the third known interstellar object to pass our way.
NOAA updates hurricane forecast
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration updated the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season forecast. CBS News' Jessica Burch reports.
Neil deGrasse Tyson on nuclear reactor plan
As the Trump administration pushes to build a nuclear reactor on the moon by 2030, astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the science, the risks and the future of space exploration.
Bear charges NHL mascot and player
Seattle Kraken forward John Hayden and the NHL team's mascot were charged by a bear during a promotional shoot in Alaska. The bear turned away before making contact.
Trump claims he's brought down prices, touts military bonuses in year-end address
In President Trump's speech Wednesday night, he touted new military bonuses, his tariffs and economic policies.
House passes GOP health care bill without ACA subsidy extension
The House has passed a GOP health care bill that does not include an extension of Affordable Care Act tax credits.
Pope Leo taps Bishop Ronald Hicks to succeed Cardinal Dolan
Pope Leo XIV has named Bishop Ronald Hicks of Joliet, Illinois, to succeed retiring Timothy Cardinal Dolan as archbishop of New York.
Witnesses' description of Brown shooter matches person of interest, police say
As the search entered its fifth day, authorities have so far been unable to identify a person of interest in the shooting that killed two students and wounded nine others over the weekend.
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N.C. Republicans redrew a GOP district. A Democrat is looking to take advantage.
North Carolina was among the GOP-led states this year that redrew congressional lines mid-decade in an attempt to benefit Republicans.
Trump expected to sign order reclassifying marijuana as a Schedule III drug
President Trump is expected to sign an order that would reschedule marijuana to a lower drug classification, according to two sources, in one of the most significant changes to drug policy in decades.
Philippine hotel says Bondi Beach suspects spent every night in their room
The father and son suspects in the Bondi Beach terror attack spent most of November in a hotel in the Philippines, but the reason for their visit remains unclear.
Trump Media to merge with fusion energy company TAE in $6 billion deal
President Trump's media company is joining forces with a company working to commercialize fusion energy.
An early look at our town hall and debate series, launching in 2026
"Things That Matter," a series of planned town halls and debates sponsored by Bank of America, will launch early next year.