Ukraine under attack after Russia launches largest air assault of the war
Russia fired over 200 missiles targeting Ukraine’s power grid and water plants that killed at least seven people. The attack comes as Ukraine continues to push into Russia’s Kursk region, the location of key Russian military bases.
SpaceX Polaris Dawn launch delayed at least a day
SpaceX is delaying its historic Polaris Dawn launch for at least a day due to a helium leak. The capsule carrying four private citizens is now scheduled to liftoff Wednesday morning at the earliest. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
Houston promises to recycle almost all plastic, none has been recycled after nearly 2 years
Houston partnered with ExxonMobil and other companies to perform “advanced recycling,” which they say can handle the recycling of any type of plastic. But critics say “advanced recycling” is a myth perpetuated by the petro-chemical industry to keep consumers buying and using plastic guilt-free.
Oasis announces reunion tour after 15-year hiatus
In a move that once seemed impossible, Oasis, the iconic British rock band of the 1990s, has announced their first tour in 15 years. Robert Costa, who has deep ties to the U.K. and a passion for Oasis, brings us the story behind this long-awaited reunion.
Should you refinance your mortgage now that rates are falling? What experts say
Falling mortgage rates offer refinancing opportunities, but homeowners may want to weigh the pros and cons.
Eye Opener: Dangerous heat wave threatens millions across U.S.
A late-summer heat wave threatens millions with record high temperatures as violent storms plague the Midwest. Also, Donald Trump complains about his first debate with Vice President Kamala Harris, casting doubt on whether he’ll show up. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
Three Meals: What voters in Virginia really care about as election day approaches
As Election Day nears, CBS News revisits its “Three Meals” series, taking to the road to cut through the noise and speak with Virginia voters over three meals. Despite Virginia’s recent Democratic lean in presidential elections, Republican Glenn Youngkin’s 2022 gubernatorial win has the GOP hopeful for a Trump victory.
Greenwood Pines Elementary in Rockwood closed due to power outage
WILDWOOD, Mo. – Parents in the Rockwood School District, listen up. Greenwood Pines Elementary is closed Tuesday. A notice from the school reports a significant power outage that will not be resolved quickly. Adventure Club is also canceled, and parents are asked to pick up their children as soon as possible. Students who were picked […]
18 beachgoers in Japan bitten by “usually calm” dolphins this year
One expert says a rash of dolphin bites could be down to one animal “seeking to interact with humans the way it does with fellow dolphins.”
What to know about Harris and Trump’s dispute over mics at planned debate
Former President Donald Trump is once again stoking doubts about whether he’ll show up for a scheduled debate with Vice President Kamala Harris in September as the two sides offer conflicting terms and conditions about how the debate would work. At the center of that discussion is whether a candidate’s mic should be muted when […]
