U.S. military hits 30 ISIS targets in Syria
The strikes were part of Operation Hawkeye Strike, which was launched in retaliation for an ISIS ambush that killed two American soldiers and an interpreter.
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CBS News finds empty cells at Syrian jail that held ISIS suspects
Chaos around prisons holding ISIS detainees in Syria is highlighting security risks for U.S. forces in the region.
U.S. strike kills Al-Qaeda affiliate leader linked to ambush in Syria
U.S. Central Command, which oversees U.S. military operations in the Middle East, conducted the strike on Jan. 16, killing Bilal Hasan al-Jasim, authorities said.
8 killed, 18 wounded in mosque bombing in Syria
Images shared by Syria's state-run news agency showed blood on carpets, holes in the walls, shattered windows and fire damage.
Trump meets Syrian leader days after his removal from terrorist list
As Trump meets Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa, the former al-Qaeda leader is expected to tout his fight against ISIS and push for sanctions relief.
Trump admin. voices alarm as Israel strikes Syrian capital Damascus
Secretary of State Rubio says the U.S. is "very concerned" by expanding Israeli strikes targeting Syria's new government, and he wants "the fighting to stop."
McCain on ISIS and Assad
Sen. John McCain, R-Arizona says he disagrees with Secretary Tillerson that the U.S. should just concentrate on ISIS. "We can walk and chew gum. We have the capability to do both, the Senator adds."
ISIS makes last stand in Syria
CBS News foreign correspondent Charlie D’Agata reports from Syria where the final push to eliminate ISIS forces has begun.
White Helmets rescue a boy from death
The White Helmets, a volunteer force of rescue workers, spent hours frantically digging for life in the aftermath of an attack by the Assad regime.
Car bomb in Syria kills at least 20 people, mostly women
It was the seventh car bombing in Manbij in over a month, officials said.
Top EU diplomats visit ousted Assad regime's prison of horrors in Syria
The French and German foreign ministers are the most senior Western officials to visit Syria since longtime dictator Bashar al-Assad was toppled by rebels.
Two journalists killed in northern Syria
A journalists' association says two journalists working for Kurdish media outlets were killed in Syria while covering fighting between Turkish-backed fighters and Syrian Kurdish militia.
Huge Israeli strikes methodically destroy Syria's military infrastructure
Weapons of war accumulated by the toppled Assad regime over half of a century are being systemically obliterated by massive Israeli airstrikes.
After Assad's ouster in Syria, U.N. envoy calls for end to sanctions
The Syrian government has been under strict sanctions by the United States, the European Union and others for years.
U.S.-backed forces worry ISIS could try to capitalize on Assad's ouster
CBS News goes inside a Syrian prison holding thousands of ISIS fighters, where the U.S.-backed forces in charge say the Assad regime's collapse presents new risks.
CBS News speaks with man who says he's just been freed from Syrian prison
A man identifying himself as Missourian Travis Timmerman tells CBS News he was liberated from a Syrian prison upon dictator Bashar al-Assad's ouster.
What to know as Syrian rebels take charge after Assad's ouster
Syria's brutal civil war rekindled suddenly after 13 years, with rebels staging a shock offensive that forced long-time dictator Bashar al-Assad to flee to Russia.
What to know about Austin Tice, journalist held in Syria
The U.S. said it is trying to identify Tice's whereabouts after the toppling of the Assad regime.
Biden calls Assad's fall "moment of historic opportunity"
"At long last, the Assad regime has fallen," President Biden said Sunday, hours after opposition forces entered Damascus and seized control of Syria.
U.S. troops suffer minor injuries from drone attack in Syria, Pentagon says
The Pentagon said several U.S. service members suffered minor injuries Friday from a drone attack in Syria.
Iran vows revenge for suspected Israeli airstrike on its consulate in Damascus
Iran said it would respond to a strike widely attributed to Israel that demolished its consulate in the Syrian capital of Damascus and killed seven, including two Iranian generals.
Syria protests challenge Assad as he tries to put civil war behind him
Syria's Bashar Assad was just welcomed back by the Arab League, but protests echoing the uprising that led to the country's brutal civil war are gaining steam.
Helicopter "mishap" in Syria injures 22 U.S. service members
The U.S. military says all are being treated, 10 at "higher care" facilities outside the region, and the cause of the accident is being investigated.
Several more attacks on U.S. bases in Syria after strikes on Iran-linked group
After the U.S. conducted retaliatory "precision airstrikes" on facilities used by Iran-linked groups, there were a series of new attacks on U.S. bases Friday.
After 12 years of war, the last thing Syria needed was an earthquake
A U.N.-backed probe has acknowledged a "complete failure" in the emergency earthquake response, which was stymied by Syria's seemingly endless civil war.
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Canadian tourist killed in shooting at Mexico's Teotihuacán pyramids
According to Mexico's security officials, a gunman opened fired at the popular tourist spot, killing a Canadian woman and injuring at least four people.
How Trump's messaging on Iran has shifted since saying they "agreed to everything"
Less than 48 hours after President Trump said Iran has "agreed to everything," he threatened the whole country would get "blown up" without a deal soon.
For Jewish Iranians, war with Israel brings a flood of mixed emotions
Jewish Iranians tell CBS News the war with Israel has brought conflicting emotions, and they wish leaders in both countries would "let us live in peace."
Humanoid robot beats human half-marathon world record in Beijing
Some robots ran the Beijing half-marathon autonomously, while others were controlled remotely, all competing on a parallel course to avoid collisions with human athletes.
2 U.S. Embassy officials killed in car crash after Mexico drug lab raid
Authorities initially said the accident happened while the officers were returning from the drug raids, but the Chihuahua state prosecutor later said the Americans weren't involved in those operations.
Netanyahu vows punishment for Israeli soldier shown hitting Jesus statue
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says a soldier seen in a photo hitting a statue of Jesus Christ with a sledgehammer will face "harsh disciplinary action."
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Trump and Iran trade conflicting messages over prospect of talks
Iran balked at President Trump's demands for a peace deal amid a standoff over the Strait of Hormuz, as fear the war could reignite hits oil and energy markets.
Fugitive on Europe's most wanted list is captured in Mexico
Janos Balla, also known as Daniel Takacs, was taken into custody in the beach resort city of Cancun, officials said.
Major earthquake off Japan's north coast prompts tsunami alert
An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4 struck off Japan's northern coast, prompting a temporary tsunami alert across the region.
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Tim Cook to step down as Apple CEO, with John Ternus tapped as successor
Apple CEO Tim Cook will step down in August and become executive chairman of Apple's board.
Kevin Warsh set to face lawmakers in Fed chair confirmation hearing
Senators are likely to press Warsh, President Trump's nominee to succeed Jerome Powell as Fed chair, on his views about inflation and interest rates.
How Trump's messaging on Iran has shifted since saying they "agreed to everything"
Less than 48 hours after President Trump said Iran has "agreed to everything," he threatened the whole country would get "blown up" without a deal soon.
Tariff refund portal off to bumpy start as some businesses report glitches
Some U.S. importers reported problems filing tariff refund claims after Customs and Border Patrol launched its dedicated portal on Monday.
Sen. Mark Warner's daughter dies at 36 after long diabetes battle
Democratic Sen. Mark Warner of Virginia announced on Monday that his daughter Madison has died following a lengthy battle with juvenile diabetes and other health issues.
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Tim Cook to step down as Apple CEO, with John Ternus tapped as successor
Apple CEO Tim Cook will step down in August and become executive chairman of Apple's board.
Kevin Warsh set to face lawmakers in Fed chair confirmation hearing
Senators are likely to press Warsh, President Trump's nominee to succeed Jerome Powell as Fed chair, on his views about inflation and interest rates.
Tariff refund portal off to bumpy start as some businesses report glitches
Some U.S. importers reported problems filing tariff refund claims after Customs and Border Patrol launched its dedicated portal on Monday.
United merger with American Airlines would hurt consumers, senators say
Airlines could hike ticket prices and fees if United and American were to join forces, lawmakers warn.
Food stamp work rules don't increase employment, researchers say
Work requirements will encourage people who are able to work to seek and maintain jobs, proponents say. But researchers haven't found that they lower the unemployment rate.
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Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer leaving Trump administration
Lori Chavez-DeRemer is taking a role in the private sector, according to the White House.
Kevin Warsh set to face lawmakers in Fed chair confirmation hearing
Senators are likely to press Warsh, President Trump's nominee to succeed Jerome Powell as Fed chair, on his views about inflation and interest rates.
How Trump's messaging on Iran has shifted since saying they "agreed to everything"
Less than 48 hours after President Trump said Iran has "agreed to everything," he threatened the whole country would get "blown up" without a deal soon.
Sen. Mark Warner's daughter dies at 36 after long diabetes battle
Democratic Sen. Mark Warner of Virginia announced on Monday that his daughter Madison has died following a lengthy battle with juvenile diabetes and other health issues.
Witnesses in criminal probe of ex-CIA Director Brennan subpoenaed, sources say
The subpoenas went out shortly after the Justice Department appointed conservative Trump ally Joe DiGenova to formally take over the criminal investigation into John Brennan.
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Food stamp work rules don't increase employment, researchers say
Work requirements will encourage people who are able to work to seek and maintain jobs, proponents say. But researchers haven't found that they lower the unemployment rate.
New CDC pick may face "threat to follow ideology over evidence," ex-official says
Former Trump Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams described Dr. Erica Schwartz as a "home run pick."
Trump signs executive order to research psychedelics for mental health
The order will open the door for more research into psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
Mom's labor turns into fight for life after 1 symptom: "I think I'm about to die"
Casey Gould wanted to be a mom her whole life. Her long-awaited pregnancy went smoothly — until she saw something alarming.
Dr. Erica Schwartz nominated for CDC director
President Trump nominated a new director for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday. Dr. Erica Schwartz is a former deputy surgeon general and retired Coast Guard rear admiral.
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Canadian tourist killed in shooting at Mexico's Teotihuacán pyramids
According to Mexico's security officials, a gunman opened fired at the popular tourist spot, killing a Canadian woman and injuring at least four people.
How Trump's messaging on Iran has shifted since saying they "agreed to everything"
Less than 48 hours after President Trump said Iran has "agreed to everything," he threatened the whole country would get "blown up" without a deal soon.
For Jewish Iranians, war with Israel brings a flood of mixed emotions
Jewish Iranians tell CBS News the war with Israel has brought conflicting emotions, and they wish leaders in both countries would "let us live in peace."
Humanoid robot beats human half-marathon world record in Beijing
Some robots ran the Beijing half-marathon autonomously, while others were controlled remotely, all competing on a parallel course to avoid collisions with human athletes.
2 U.S. Embassy officials killed in car crash after Mexico drug lab raid
Authorities initially said the accident happened while the officers were returning from the drug raids, but the Chihuahua state prosecutor later said the Americans weren't involved in those operations.
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Details on charges against d4vd in teen's death
Los Angeles prosecutors on Monday charged singer d4vd in the murder of a 14-year-old girl whose dismembered body was found in his car last year. CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman has the details.
What to know on the "Matlock" season finale
"Matlock" stars Skye P. Marshall and Jason Ritter join CBS News with more clues ahead of the show's season finale.
Indigo Girls' member reveals incurable medical disorder affecting her voice
Emily Saliers, one-half of the Atlanta folk duo The Indigo Girls, has revealed that she has been diagnosed with two incurable movement disorders that will forever change the way that she sings.
D4vd expected to face murder charge
The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office is expected on Monday to charge singer-songwriter d4vd with murder, seven months after 14-year-old Celeste Rivas' body was found in a car that he owned. The 21-year-old musician was arrested last week. Matt Gutman reports.
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Tim Cook to step down as Apple CEO
After 15 years, Tim Cook is stepping down as Apple's CEO. Starting in September, Cook will be the executive chairman of Apple's board of directors. New York Times technology correspondent Mike Isaac joins CBS News to discuss.
How internet culture is morphing our identities
A new book called "Screen People" argues that's what society has become: a people defined by screens, what we do with those screens and how we present ourselves on those screens. Author Megan Garber joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
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.
Tim Cook to step down as Apple CEO, with John Ternus tapped as successor
Apple CEO Tim Cook will step down in August and become executive chairman of Apple's board.
Humanoid robot beats human half-marathon world record in Beijing
Some robots ran the Beijing half-marathon autonomously, while others were controlled remotely, all competing on a parallel course to avoid collisions with human athletes.
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Cementing a more sustainable alternative to concrete
The process of making 30 billion tons of concrete every year produces more carbon pollution than all the world's ships and planes put together. Now, the North Carolina and Denmark-based Biomason is using biotechnology, including naturally-occurring microbes, to create "biocement" that's just as sturdy but emits much less CO2. David Pogue reports.
Breeding a better bread
Over the past century, the cultivation and processing of wheat has led to strains of grain that are less nutritious, less flavorful, and more vulnerable to climate change. The researchers at Breadlab, at Washington State University, are trying to breed varieties of whole grains that are better for farmers, consumers – and taste buds. David Pogue reports.
Using the ocean to power data centers
The renewable energy company Panthalassa says it has a solution to the proliferation of AI data centers, which consume massive amounts of energy and are the cause of increased carbon pollution: sea-based data centers, powered by wave energy.
Using the ocean to power data centers
The renewable energy company Panthalassa says it has a solution to the proliferation of AI data centers, which consume massive amounts of energy and are the cause of increased carbon pollution: sea-based data centers, powered by wave energy. Correspondent David Pogue examines what Panthalassa's alternative to land-based data centers may mean.
First major forecast for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is released
Colorado State University has released its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting 13 named storms and six hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.
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Dad who lost son in Louisiana shooting speaks out
Louisiana police say a gunman was targeting his own family when he opened fire over the weekend, killing eight children. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen reports.
Canadian tourist killed in shooting at Mexico's Teotihuacán pyramids
According to Mexico's security officials, a gunman opened fired at the popular tourist spot, killing a Canadian woman and injuring at least four people.
Details on charges against d4vd in teen's death
Los Angeles prosecutors on Monday charged singer d4vd in the murder of a 14-year-old girl whose dismembered body was found in his car last year. CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman has the details.
At least 2 killed in North Carolina shooting
Police in North Carolina say two teenagers were killed and several others were injured after a shooting on Monday morning near a middle school. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more.
Singer d4vd charged with murder of teen
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman announced singer d4vd has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose dismembered body was found in a Tesla registered to the musician last September.
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Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
The launching appeared to go off without a hitch, but a problem prevented the rocket's upper stage from putting its payload into the correct orbit.
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.
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.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
Artemis II astronauts welcomed home to Houston after historic moonshot
The Artemis II astronauts flew back to the Johnson Space Center in Houston Saturday to cheers and applause from family members and hundreds of NASA workers.
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Former Kennedy Center curator on Trump changes
In a recent article in The Atlantic, former Kennedy Center curator Josef Palermo revealed what he observed during his 10 months there as President Trump tightened his grip on the cultural institution. Palermo joins CBS News to discuss.
Active-duty soldier's wife faces deportation
The wife of an active-duty U.S. soldier is facing deportation after ICE detained her last week during an appointment at an immigration office. CBS News immigration correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
White House launches tariff refund portal
The Trump administration launched an online portal on Monday to begin refunding businesses impacted by tariffs the Supreme Court deemed illegal, but some have already reported issues with the system. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo has the details.
Strait of Hormuz state of play as deadline nears
President Trump said Monday an agreement with Iran could come quickly, but at the same time, he feels "no pressure" to strike a deal. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean joins to discuss the state of play in the Strait of Hormuz.
Tim Cook to step down as Apple CEO
After 15 years, Tim Cook is stepping down as Apple's CEO. Starting in September, Cook will be the executive chairman of Apple's board of directors. New York Times technology correspondent Mike Isaac joins CBS News to discuss.