Researchers examining seafloor in Antarctica expedition
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In our Earth Matters coverage, we go to Antarctica's "Iceberg Alley" aboard a one-of-a-kind scientific drilling vessel. Researchers from around the world on the JOIDES Resolution are investigating the climate history of Antarctica. We also take you to the U.S. outpost at Palmer Station where the scientific support team is helping American researchers during the Antarctic winter.
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South Africa's energy revolution: Young generation uses solar energy to fight blackouts
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A major energy crisis is affecting millions of people's livelihoods in South Africa. Widespread blackouts cost the country's economy up to $284 million every day. But the energy shortages are also spurring a new generation of entrepreneurs, creating a $19 billion solar power industry. Debora Patta reports from just outside Cape Town as part of our Earth Matters coverage.
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Three things you can do to help the environment
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In our Earth Matters coverage, we take you around the world to see how all seven continents are dealing with major issues affecting our planet. CBS News climate and weather contributor Jeff Berardelli joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what you can do to help.
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Are Prince Harry and Meghan Markle moving to Africa?
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have settled into their new home, Frogmore Cottage in Windsor, awaiting the birth of their first child. But could they be packing their bags again soon? The Sunday Times in London reports the Duke and Duchess of Sussex could move to Africa. Imtiaz Tyab reports,.
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Sri Lanka eyes local group of Muslim radicals in Easter attacks
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After a series of deadly terror attacks on Easter Sunday in Sri Lanka, there was a new explosion in the capital of Colombo Monday. Sri Lanka's government says the series of suicide bombings Sunday at churches and luxury hotels were carried out by a local group of Muslim radicals. The bombings killed at least 290 people and wounded hundreds. Elizabeth Palmer reports from Colombo.
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Behind the organization of Sri Lanka Easter bombings
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John Miller, NYPD?s deputy police commissioner of intelligence and counterterrorism and former CBS News senior correspondent, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the Sri Lanka bombings that killed at least 290 people on Easter Sunday.
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Catholics celebrate Easter Sunday Mass at Saint Eustache church in Paris
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In Paris, where Notre Dame burned this week, faithful congregants celebrated Easter. For many, it was bittersweet because they couldn't attend services at the famed cathedral. The rector says it may not reopen for least five years, so Parisioners went to Saint Eustache church instead. Roxana Saberi reports.
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The Missing People Choir: Raising their voices
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They call themselves the Missing People Choir ? 30 or so voices from every walk of life, most of whom had never sung a day in their lives. But nearly every member has endured the anguish of a missing loved one ? children mostly. Lee Cowan attended a concert at St. Martin in the Fields in London, and talked to members about the healing, and hope, their music has brought.
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BTS, the Korean pop sensation
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One of the most popular Korean pop groups in the world is the boy band known as BTS (for "Beyond the Scene") ? the first Korean act to sell out a U.S. stadium; the first K-Pop group to present at the Grammy Awards; and the first Korean pop band to be featured on Time Magazine's Most Influential List. Seth Doane interviews the group's members ? seven young men between the ages of 21 and 26 who consider themselves family, who've trained, composed music and grown up together, and who all live in the same house ? and goes behind the scenes in a Seoul rehearsal studio.
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Notre Dame Cathedral: An appreciation
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It had withstood a war, a revolution and neglect, as well as the impact of 30,000-40,000 tourists a day. But there was so much more than stone to Notre Dame Cathedral. David Turecamo reports on the heritage of the Paris landmark that was damaged by fire this week, and about the life within its walls.
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