Health

6 of 9 bodies recovered after chemical tank implosion at Washington state paper mill

Updated on: May 28, 2026 / 8:05 PM EDT / CBS News

Global heating is making hajj ever more dangerous, report finds

Rising heat in Saudi Arabia threatens millions of Muslim pilgrims – but cutting fossil fuels would keep it safer

Woman without right hand speaks out about viral traffic stop video: "I felt very uncomfortable"

The woman whose interaction with Florida police went viral after she was written a ticket alleging she was driving while holding her phone in her nonexistent right hand has opened up about her experience to CBS News, saying she hopes the uncomfortable situation will result in more awareness for those with limb differences.

White House has yet to release results of Trump's latest physical at Walter Reed

Updated on: May 28, 2026 / 4:22 PM EDT / CBS News

Your cutting board may be dirtier than a toilet seat. Here’s how to properly clean it

Cutting boards are some of the germiest kitchen items. We asked a food safety professor for the best ways to clean one to prevent bacteria

The U.S. Is Winging This Ebola Outbreak

By responding to this outbreak independently, the U.S. is showing the limits of that approach.

Nearly 500 Seriously Injured in E-Scooter Collisions in Great Britain Last Year

Ten people, all of whom were e-scooter riders, were killed in collisions compared with six in 2024.

“They’re a private company, run for profit!”: fury in Kent at South East Water’s outages

Water company blames increased demand in extreme heat, but customers want answers about lack of storage reservoirs

The best face sunscreens in the UK: 10 lightweight, non-greasy SPFs for every skin type

Whether you want a stick, a spray or a tinted cream, our expert’s favourite formulas can provide year-round sun protection

Should I let my nine-year-old daughter wax her moustache?

Teaching body positivity is one thing. Helping a child navigate social pressure – while preserving agency – is another

In a world determined to isolate us, friendship may be the best way to keep each other alive

It is such a pleasure to watch the unique and freaky ways my friends connect to each other

I’ve Finally Hit My Midlife Crisis. How Do I Know What I’m Meant to Do?

Knowing time is finite is not easy, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. But you’re not alone in this feeling