Mystery seeds from China are landing in Americans' mailboxes
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U.S. agriculture officials are warning residents not to plant or even touch the unsolicited seeds, which have now been found in all 50 states.
U.S. to withdraw 12,000 American troops from Germany
Defense Secretary Mark Esper said 5,600 troops would be redeployed to other NATO countries and 6,400 would return to the U.S.
Rome Opera has COVID-19 friendly opening night at ancient chariot racing site
As early as 2,800 years ago, Romans would flock to the Circus Maximus to be entertained with chariot races. Now, the ancient site has been transformed into an outdoor venue for the Rome Opera House's summer season. Chris Livesay talks to soprano Rosa Feola about how Circus Maximus is the savior of Italian Opera.
Suspicious seeds sent from China found in Americans' mailboxes across several states
Federal authorities are on alert for suspicious foreign packages containing seeds, sent to dozens of Americans across the country. People in several states have claimed to receive unexpected deliveries from China containing the various unmarked seeds. The USDA has now put out a warning urging those who have received the packages not to open them.
U.S. charges ex-Twitter employees with spying for Saudi Arabia
Formerly facing 2 charges, the men now stand accused of 7 offenses related to alleged snooping on Twitter users critical of Saudi royals.
Europe grapples with coronavirus 2nd wave worries
About a month after travel restrictions were eased, COVID-19 cases are spiking in Spain and a few other places.
Study identifies 6 different "types" of COVID-19
The six categories are defined by different clusters of symptoms, and some patients in some groups are much more likely to need ventilators.
Hubble telescope captures beautifully detailed image of Saturn
Visible in the image are the planet's icy rings in stunning detail — and its moon Enceladus, which could support life.
Scientists seek to replicate the sun's fusion power here on Earth
One expert calls it "a milestone for international science" and a "vision for an abundant, clean-energy future."
Iran fires missile at mock aircraft carrier resembling U.S. warship
The drill underlines the lingering threat of military conflict between Iran and the U.S.
Gold hits all-time high, and it's a bit of a mystery why
The lack of a stock market panic or any hint of inflation makes now an odd time for gold prices to soar.
Zimbabwe's ruling party threatens to expel "thug" U.S. ambassador
"Diplomats should not behave like thugs, and Brian Nichols is a thug," says spokesman for President Emmerson Mnangagwa's party.
DHS halts expulsion of several migrants after lawsuit
A group of migrants previously held at a Texas hotel are no longer facing imminent removal. But others will continue to be expelled under a CDC order.
Air conditioning units could spread COVID-19, research suggests
When the pandemic began, some hoped that the coronavirus would weaken in the summer heat. But cases have skyrocketed in the hottest parts of the country. Mounting evidence suggests that air conditioning may be partly to blame. Adrianna Diaz takes a look.
Coronavirus vaccine trial shows promising results but hurdles remain
The latest COVID-19 vaccine results show a strong immune response. Dr. Jon LaPook explains the next hurdles in the race to a vaccine.
Early stage human trial data shows Oxford COVID-19 vaccine provides antibodies and killer T cells
The COVID-19 vaccine being developed by researchers at the University of Oxford is considered one of the leading in the world, and researchers announced promising results of its first human trials. Charlie D'Agata reports on the vaccine that could provide a one-two punch against COVID-19.
Oxford vaccine prompts protective immune response in human trials
There are promising results on three different coronavirus vaccines, including the leading candidate from the U.K.'s Oxford University. Trials show it provides two kinds of protection against COVID-19. Charlie D'Agata has the latest.
Olivia de Havilland, star of Hollywood's Golden Age, dead at 104
De Havilland died at home in Paris, the city where she lived since the 1950s.
WHO says keeping borders shut to thwart COVID-19 not "sustainable"
Sealed borders "not necessarily a sustainable strategy for the world's economy, for the world's poor, or for anybody else," top WHO official says.
Lawsuit challenges detention of migrant children at Texas hotel
More than 2,000 migrant children who arrived at the border unaccompanied have been expelled and prevented from seeking asylum under a public health directive.
U.S. Ambassador to Iceland "paranoid" about security despite country's record safety
The State Department declined to say if there is any credible threat to Gunter's safety, but U.S. government officials told CBS News the ambassador has been informed multiple times that he is at no extraordinary risk.
Book sheds light on Harry and Meghan's split from royal family
The book also describes a conversation between Harry and Prince William that apparently led to a rift between the brothers
NBA cuts ties with China's Xinjiang region
China is under fire worldwide for its repression of ethnic Uighurs and other minorities, mostly Muslims, in Xinjiang.
New book details fracture between royals and Sussexes, including rift between Harry and William
A new book is shedding details on the breakup between Harry and Meghan and the royal family. The book claims Harry and William's relationship began to sour over a comment The Duke of Cambridge made about Meghan while the couple was still dating. Mark Phillips reports.
U.S.-Taliban deal brings little respite for battered Afghan civilians
U.S. and its allies have significantly reduced operations and been blamed for very few civilian casualties this year, but the Taliban's deadly fight rages on.
Growing coronavirus clusters mire European summer travel plans
Britain quashes plans of airlines and holidaymakers with renewed quarantine order for Spain, as cross-border travel fuels infections in Asia.
Iran moves mock aircraft carrier to sea after U.S. jet incident
Satellite photographs likely signal the Iran soon plans to use replica for live-fire drills amid heightened tensions with the U.S.
China takes over closed U.S. Consulate in Chengdu
Move finalized Beijing's order last week that the consulate be shut, as relations between the two powers continue to plummet.
Mountain rescue crew carry Saint Bernard off England's highest peak
Rescue workers said Daisy — a 121-pound Saint Bernard — was displaying signs of pain in her rear legs and was refusing to move.
Peter Green, Fleetwood Mac co-founder, has died at 73
"When we lost Peter Green, we were devastated as people, and our music was — what are we going to do?" Mick Fleetwood told CBS News' Anthony Mason.
Invasion! Asian giant hornets have arrived
They can grow as large as 2½ inches and can slaughter a colony of thousands of honeybees in a matter of hours. And their sting? It's one of the most painful known to humankind. Vespa mandarinia, dubbed by The New York Times as "murder hornets," are the nation's latest invasive species, and correspondent Luke Burbank talks with entomologists and a beekeeper about the threats these insects pose and what's being done to keep them from establishing themselves in the U.S.
Is the United States "hitting bottom"?
1968 was a year that saw America tested over issues of race and war. In 2020, the country is being tested over issues of race and the pandemic. "Sunday Morning" senior contributor Ted Koppel talks with noted political figures and writers — former Secretary of State Colin Powell, Senator Tom Daschle, and Pulitzer Prize-winning writers Kathleen Parker and Anna Quindlen — about government dysfunction; the dangers of the Twitterverse; and the leadership needed to unite these United States.
Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro says he tested negative for coronavirus
He said earlier this month that he had the virus.
"Last Mission to Tokyo" documents WWII's extraordinary Doolittle Raiders
Following the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, the Doolittle Raiders were the first pilots to successfully strike Japan. The mission was one of the defining moments of World War Two. The raid has been well documented, but the story of what happened after hasn't been told in full -- until now. Jeff Glor spoke to Michel Paradis, whose new book "Last Mission to Tokyo" documents both the raid, and the little known history that followed.
Apps aid contact tracing effort in Italy
Contact-tracing apps are already being used in Italy, Germany, and around Europe to help track the coronavirus. Through a phone's BlueTooth signal, the apps can contact users who encountered someone who's tested positive for coronavirus. Chris Livesay reports.
Prince Harry and Meghan sue over paparazzi photos of Archie
"The Plaintiffs recently learned that certain paparazzi and their enablers have crossed a red line for any parent."
ICE bans international students from entering U.S. for online classes
Out of more than 1,250 colleges in the U.S., 12% are switching to an online-only model this fall, according to the Chronicle of Higher Education.
Tropical Storm Gonzalo closes in on the Caribbean
Gonzalo has already set a record in what is expected to be an unusually active Atlantic hurricane season.
How COVID almost killed a healthy woman with "no normal symptoms"
Research shows the coronavirus may attack the brain more often than we think, including in young patients who don't get typical symptoms.
Scientists reveal first-ever photo of a solar system like ours
The incredibly rare family portrait highlights two baby exoplanets orbiting a very young, sun-like star.
Researchers successfully train dogs to detect COVID-19 infections
The dogs were able to detect the coronavirus with 94% accuracy.
Migrant mom detained by ICE fears being separated from her son
"Nothing assures me that I would be able to see my son again," one asylum-seeking mother detained by ICE told CBS News.
China orders U.S. to shut down Chengdu consulate in retaliatory move
China is ordering the U.S. to shut down its consulate in the southwestern city of Chengdu as tensions escalate between the two countries. In a Thursday speech, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo accused China of using its Houston, Texas consulate to spy and steal intellectual property. China denies Pompeo's accusations, and says the U.S. is gravely harming relations with Beijing.
U.S. F-15 flies close to Iranian jetliner; Iran says passengers hurt
Iranian state television aired amateur footage of passengers on board screaming as the Mahan Air jetliner appeared to change course suddenly.
Hong Kong lawmaker says, "I don't know how I can protect myself"
"We were supposed to have rule of law. But now it's rule by law, or even rule by fear," pro-democracy legislator Tanya Chan told CBS News.
China orders U.S. to shut Chengdu consulate, retaliating for Houston
Beijing tells Washington to shutter consulate in western city of Chengdu after U.S. ordered Chinese Consulate in Houston closed, as relations continue to deteriorate.
China launches ambitious Mars mission
The Tianwen-1 mission – China's most ambitious attempt yet at interplanetary exploration – aims to send an orbiter, lander and rover to the red planet.
Russian cargo ship sent to space station with nearly 3 tons of supplies
The Progress cargo ship docked at the International Space Station after a speedy two-orbit rendezvous.
Double meteor showers will light up the night sky next week
Two meteor showers are peaking at the same time next week.
"Many civilians" said to be among victims of Afghan airstrike
Witnesses say family and friends had gathered to welcome a freed Taliban militant home when aircraft attacked, killing "many civilians."