Webb telescope spots what may be the most distant galaxy yet found
Scientists say the new observations are just the tip of the iceberg of new discoveries coming in from Webb.
James Webb Space Telescope
Webb takes Hubble's "Pillars of Creation" to new heights
The $10 billion James Webb Space Telescope takes one of Hubble's most famous images to new heights.
Pair of stars create "fingerprint" in photo taken by James Webb Space Telescope
The two intertwined stars, located 5,000 light years from Earth, create what looks like a "fingerprint" in space.
James Webb telescope captures new image of Neptune
The James Webb Space Telescope captured an image of Neptune and its thin rings in the sharpest view of the planet in decades.
Webb telescope captures stunning new image of Neptune and its rings
Webb's unprecedented infrared imaging capabilities provide a new glimpse into the farthest planet from the sun.
NASA's Webb telescope captures thousands of young stars in Tarantula Nebula
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has revealed more details about how star are formed in the Tarantula Nebula.
Webb and Hubble capture spectacular image of heart of Phantom Galaxy
The veteran and the new kid on the block have teamed up to produce a stunning image of the popular spiral galaxy.
Astronomers discover potential "water world" exoplanet nearby Earth
NASA says the exoplanet, located just 100 light years away, could be a "water world."
NASA reveals new Webb telescope images of Jupiter's auroras, tiny moons
These are the most detailed images to date of the solar system's largest planet.
Scientist apologizes after posting image of star that was actually sausage
Etienne Klein apologized for misleading some Twitter followers with his "scientist's joke."
James Webb Space Telescope captures stunning image of Cartwheel Galaxy
The Cartwheel Galaxy, named for its resemblance to a wagon wheel, is located about 500 million light-years away.
Scientists to study planets deep in the Milky Way
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope could soon provide some answers about other planets in the far reaches of the Milky Way. Assistant astronomer at the Space Telescope Science Institute Néstor Espinoza speaks with CBS News anchor Lana Zak about the what scientists hope to learn from these other planets.
Webb telescope images show new universe view
NASA released the first images taken by the James Webb Space Telescope, reveling never-before-seen parts of our universe. Anna Frebal joins CBS News to discuss how these images could change the the way scientist learn about space.
First image of Webb telescope released
Lana Zak showcases the first image from the James Webb telescope and how it compares to similar images by the Hubble telescope.
New James Webb Space Telescope images released
New photos taken by the James Webb Space Telescope are giving a new perspective on outer space. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann explores what the new images have captured. Then, Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at Philadelphia's Franklin Institute, discusses the telescope's future.
NASA unveils more stunning images from James Webb Space Telescope
The early release photos provide a taste of the discoveries to come from the $10 billion telescope.
First image from James Webb Telescope released
The first image from the James Webb Space Telescope was released at an event led by President Biden, Vice President Harris and NASA officials. Mr. Biden said the telescope, the most powerful ever built, "symbolizes the relentless spirit of American ingenuity." Watch the event here.
NASA to unveil first images from James Webb Space Telescope
After six months of tests and checkout, the $10 billion James Webb Space Telescope is finally ready for center stage.
NASA says micrometeoroid impact on Webb telescope is minimal
Five impacts have been detected since launch, but Webb continues to operate better than expected.
NASA reports "perfect" optical alignment for Webb telescope
The first showcase images from the $10 billion telescope will be unveiled in mid July, after instrument checkout is complete.
Rapidly growing black hole may be a "missing link" to origins of universe
Scientists say a "missing link" that helps to explain the mysteries of the birth of the universe has been hiding in plain sight.
Hubble spots oldest and most distant star ever recorded
The star may be up to 50 times the mass of our sun.
NASA's Webb space telescope achieves near-perfect focus
With its optics aligned, Webb is on track to begin science operations in the late June-July timeframe.
NASA's new telescope faces nail-biting journey
At a cost of $10 billion, the James Webb Space Telescope is the biggest and most expensive science instrument to be sent to space. Mark Strassmann reports hundreds of things will have to go right in the weeks after launch before the telescope can take a single image.
Part of rocket expected to collide with moon
Part of a SpaceX rocket that has been orbiting Earth since 2015 is expected to collide with the moon in a little over a month. Plus, the James Webb telescope reached its final destination after launching last month. Retired NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao joins CBS News' Errol Barnett with the latest.
Trump criticizes European allies in U.N. speech: "Your countries are going to hell"
President Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, the 80th anniversary of the world body.
Nexstar to continue preempting "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" after ABC return
Nexstar on Tuesday said it will monitor the late-night show as it returns to ABC tonight.
Secret Service disrupts telecom network that threatened NYC during U.N. gathering
Early analysis shows the network was used for communication between foreign governments and individuals known to U.S. law enforcement.
U.S. designates Barrio 18 as foreign terrorist organization
The State Department said Barrio 18 has carried out attacks on officials, security personnel and civilians in Honduras, El Salvador and Guatemala.
Bill Gates warns child deaths could rise for first time in decades
Bill Gates warns 2025 could be the first year in decades with rising child deaths, urging the U.S. to maintain global health funding as innovations.
Sean "Diddy" Combs has served enough time in prison, defense tells judge
Combs faces an Oct. 3 sentencing after his conviction by a Manhattan jury on two charges that outlaw interstate commerce related to prostitution.
"Nightmare bacteria" cases are rising in the U.S., researchers say
Government scientists say infection rates from drug-resistant "nightmare bacteria" have been increasing dramatically.
Turning Point USA holds first event since Charlie Kirk's killing
Northrop Auditorium at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis was packed on Monday night as Turning Point USA hosted its first event since Charlie Kirk's memorial service.
The cost to heat your home this winter is expected to increase, study finds
Americans will pay 7.6% more to heat their homes this winter, study finds.