Conservative Party news - Today’s latest updates (2024)

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Utah wildfire prompts mandatory evacuations Helicopters and airplanes were dropping buckets over the flames as ground crews tried to contain the fire on Ensign Peak in Salt Lake City. 12M ago

Did a Florida man hire a look-alike to kill his wife? A popular doctor's brutal murder baffles investigators until digital clues lead to three unusual suspects. 7H ago

Trump holds first rally with running mate JD Vance It was the pair's first event together since they became the GOP's nominees at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. 11H ago

New Hampshire governor signs bill banning transgender girls from girls' sports Gov. Chris Sununu signed the bill Friday, saying in a statement it "ensures fairness and safety in women's sports by maintaining integrity and competitive balance in athletic competitions." 18H ago

Missouri woman who spent 43 years in prison is free Sandra Hemme, whose murder conviction was overturned after she served 43 years in prison, is now free — despite objections from Missouri's attorney general. 19H ago

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An unconventional week in presidential politics The real impact of the Republican National Convention - where wrestling stars and former critics came to honor former President Donald Trump - is up for debate. At the same time, President Joe Biden continued to resist calls from some Democrats and donors to drop out. 9M ago

Trump holds first rally with running mate JD Vance It was the pair's first event together since they became the GOP's nominees at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. 11H ago

Florida man arrested, accused of making threats against Trump, Vance on social media Police say a Florida man accused of making threats against former President Donald Trump, U.S. Sen. JD Vance and their families on social media has been arrested. 19H ago

Sheila Jackson Lee, longtime Texas congresswoman, dies at 74 Last month, Jackson Lee revealed that she had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. 13H ago

DNC backs virtual roll call vote for Biden as outside groups educate delegates The virtual ballot will show Biden "as the presumptive and only qualified nominee," but there's an option for delegates to mark their own preference, as there was in 2020. Jul 19

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Software developers want AI to give medical advice. But how accurate is it? AI bots like Google AI have given incorrect information, with the results ranging from humorous to potentially dangerous. Jul 20

Deadly multi-state Listeria outbreak linked to deli meat, CDC says A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters. 19H ago

Long COVID has affected millions. Here's what scientists now know. Researchers have published more than 24,000 papers on long COVID — a constellation of health effects such as shortness of breath, fatigue, brain fog and heart failure that last months or years after the initial infection. Jul 19

Biden's COVID symptoms have "improved meaningfully," doctor says Mr. Biden indicated earlier Friday he could be back on the campaign trail within days. Jul 19

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Bangladesh's top court scales back government jobs quota after unrest Students, frustrated by shortages of good jobs, have been demanding an end to a quota that reserved 30% of government jobs for relatives of veterans who fought in Bangladesh's war of independence in 1971. 1H ago

Israeli military airstrikes hit Houthi targets in Yemen after attacks Al-Masirah TV, a media outlet controlled by Houthi rebels in Yemen reported the airstrikes in the port city of Hodeidah. 11H ago

Israeli airstrikes kill at least 13 people in Gaza refugee camps The war in Gaza, sparked by Hamas' Oct. 7 attack on southern Israel, has killed more than 38,900 people, according to the territory's Health Ministry. 21H ago

U.S. State Department raises travel advisory for Bangladesh amid unrest Police in Bangladesh have enacted a strict curfew with a "shoot-on-sight" order amid violent protests and chaos. 22H ago

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Entertainment Rock star: Sculptor Jago on unveiling humankind in marble Thirty-seven-year-old sculptor Jacopo Cardillo, better known in his native Italy as Jago, has earned a following with his contemporary approach to this classical art form, exposing on social media his process of shaping marble. When he embraced a group of teens who'd defaced one of his works, Jago won a new fan touched by his humanity: Whoopi Goldberg. Correspondent Seth Doane talked with the artist about his most ambitious project yet: creating what will be a 6-ton sculpture more than 16 feet tall. 4M ago 05:04

Ian Harding talks new memoir "Odd Birds" Birdwatching might seem like an antiquated activity - but thanks to young fans and TikTok, it's having a moment in the spotlight. Actor Ian Harding detailed his love for the hobby in a new memoir, "Odd Birds." Jul 20 05:32

New Louis Armstrong live album released A live album recorded by Louis Armstrong three years before his death in 1971 has been released. It's another moment in the spotlight for the beloved musician. Michelle Miller has more. Jul 20 08:04

From the archives: Bob Newhart Bob Newhart, whose observational humor and deadpan delivery raised his comedy albums and TV sitcoms to classic status, died on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at the age of 94. In this "Sunday Morning" profile that aired on November 3, 2002, the comedian, recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, talked with correspondent Rita Braver about his journey from accounting to standup. Braver also talks with the comic's co-stars Jane Curtin ("The Librarian") and Tom Poston ("Newhart") about Newhart's gifts. Jul 19 09:09

Glass Animals' Dave Bayley on songwriting Glass Animals frontman Dave Bayley talks with Anthony Mason about his songwriting process for the band's new album, following up the hit song "Heat Waves" and becoming more confident as a writer. Jul 19 13:25

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Technology Flyers still experiencing fallout from IT outage Travelers at airports across the globe were still facing long lines and flight cancellations as airlines Saturday struggled to recover from the CrowdStrike software meltdown. Elise Preston reports. 14H ago 02:40

U.S. celebrates 55th anniversary of Apollo 11 Saturday marks 55 years since the crew of Apollo 11 landed on the moon. Buzz Aldrin, the only surviving member of that crew, remembered the historic moment by writing, "I am still inspired by what we all saw and did, the best of America and the best of humanity." 14H ago 00:28

How AI powered robots are helping small farms From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting. Mar 28 03:27

Software providers test healthcare AI bots With medical providers facing rising levels of burnout, software designers are testing specialized AI-powered chatbots that they hope provide preventative care advice to patients. However, CBS News Confirmed found that the summaries given from existing AI bots like ChatGPT aren't always accurate. Jul 20 05:18

How a glitch crippled tech operations worldwide A flaw in a software update from CrowdStrike, a firm that provides cybersecurity services through Microsoft for half of the Fortune 1000 companies, has caused a major worldwide tech outage. Carter Evans examines exactly what caused the glitch and how it is being fixed. Jul 19 01:41

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Science Study: Climate change is making days longer This summer millions of people have experienced the fact that climate change is making our days hotter, but new research shows it is also making them longer. CBS News' Lana Zak explains. Jul 19 01:14

July's Buck Moon is almost here. Find out when and where to catch a glimpse. The full moon, also known as the Thunder Moon, will last three days, peaking on Sunday morning. Jul 19

How AI impacts the climate Experts say the surging demand for energy in the U.S. is forecast to hit record-highs both this year and next year, straining the country's aging power grid and creating more planet-warming emissions. Part of the demand is from a growing number of data centers across the nation and the rise of artificial intelligence. Jul 19 03:46

Climate change is making days longer, according to new research The melting of glaciers and polar ice sheets causes water to move closer to the equator, fattening the planet and slowing its rotation, according to a recent study. Jul 16

Creature that washed up on New Zealand beach may be world's rarest whale Spade-toothed whales are the world's rarest, with no live sightings ever recorded. Until, perhaps, now. One may have washed up onto a New Zealand beach. Jul 15

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3 dead, 7 injured in shooting in West Philadelphia, police say Three people died and seven others were injured in a shooting at a large gathering early Sunday morning in the Carroll Park section of West Philadelphia, police said. updated 54M ago

Did a Florida man hire a look-alike to kill his wife? A popular doctor's brutal murder baffles investigators until digital clues lead to three unusual suspects. 7H ago

Alabama man accused of killing wife, 4 young kids is arrested "It was just a horrific scene that even seasoned officers told me it is the worst thing they've ever seen," the sheriff said. Jul 19

Major cocaine network — led by "The Professor" — busted in Europe The drug ring would appeal to a witchdoctor "to receive his blessing and for the success of its cocaine transportation," police said. 16H ago

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Moon fests, moon movie and full moon mark 55th anniversary of Apollo 11 landing The cosmos is providing a full moon for the 55th anniversary of the first lunar landing this weekend, and plenty of other events honor Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin's giant leap. 12H ago

Marking 55 years since Apollo 11 moon landing This weekend marks 55 years since the historic Apollo 11 moon landing. Retired NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao joins CBS News to look back on the small step for man and giant leap for mankind. Jul 19 04:21

July's Buck Moon is almost here. Find out when and where to catch a glimpse. The full moon, also known as the Thunder Moon, will last three days, peaking on Sunday morning. Jul 19

NASA counting on SpaceX to dispose of space station when program ends NASA says the Deorbit Vehicle will drive the lab to a controlled re-entry and breakup in 2030 to close out three decades of operation. Jul 17

NASA beams Missy Elliott song to Venus Rain already falls on Venus, but it took more than 14 minutes for Missy Elliott's The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)" to reach the planet. Jul 16

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Notable Deaths in 2024 A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity. Jul 12 40 photos

Summer music heats up 2024 Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton. Jun 28 21 photos

Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along? Jun 22 33 photos

Donald Sutherland The actor, recipient of a lifetime achievement Academy Award, was renowned for such films as "MASH," "Klute," "Don't Look Now," "Ordinary People," and "The Hunger Games." Jun 20 49 photos

Becky Bliefnick texted about fear of her estranged husband The Illinois mom wrote, "If something ever happens to me, please make sure the number one person of interest is Tim." Take a look at the evidence that led to Tim Bliefnick's arrest. May 29 30 photos