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Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth -- "We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
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ICE head Todd Lyons planning to leave agency this spring -- Todd Lyons, the acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, is planning to leave the federal government later this spring.8 hours ago
U.S. intelligence detects signs China is weighing giving Iran advance radar systems -- The technology would enhance Iran's ability to detect and track incoming threats, like low-flying drones and cruise missiles.6 hours ago
RFK Jr. defends proposed 12% health budget cut, measles response in House testimony -- Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified before the House Ways and Means Committee on Thursday, kicking off an expected sprint of seven budget hearings he'll attend over the next week.9 hours ago
Dozens of safety violations found at Tenn. munitions factory after deadly blast -- A munitions company that handles explosives for the U.S. military is facing a fine of over $3 million after an explosion killed 16 people last year.10 hours ago
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly" -- The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.10 hours ago
This is the fastest-growing job for young workers, LinkedIn says -- Hint: It involves AI, and a LinkedIn economist says employers are clamoring for people to fill these roles.10 hours ago
Trump announces he's nominating Dr. Erica Schwartz for CDC director -- CBS News reported Wednesday that Dr. Erica Schwartz was emerging as the president's top pick for the role.12 hours ago
NPR gets $113 million in gifts, including $80 million from Connie Ballmer -- NPR said the donation from Ballmer, the largest to the public radio network by a living donor, will help offset the loss of federal funding in 2025.13 hours ago
"Arc de Trump" receives preliminary design approval from arts commission -- The plans call for the arch to be built on Columbia Island, a man-made strip of land in the Potomac River that is part of Washington, D.C.14 hours ago
Damon Jones expected to plead guilty in pair of alleged gambling cases -- Damon Jones was among dozens of people, including alleged mafia figures and athletes, charged last year in connection with a pair of gambling schemes.15 hours ago
Federal judge blocks above-ground White House ballroom construction -- But underground construction work on a presidential bunker underneath the ballroom can continue, the judge said.15 hours ago
Navy reservist accused in wife's murder arrested after international manhunt -- A U.S. Navy reservist accused of murder has been arrested overseas after a monthslong international manhunt, authorities said. He faces charges for allegedly killing his wife at their Virginia home.16 hours ago
Trump to sign executive order on psychedelic drug used abroad to treat PTSD -- Ibogaine is used in Mexico and the Caribbean to treat depression, anxiety, addiction and brain trauma.16 hours ago
Mamdani says he and Trump "are in touch," have "one place of agreement" -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he and President Trump are "honest, direct about the fact that we have many disagreements," but they agree on their love for New York City.17 hours ago