U.S. calls Iran-backed rebels "legitimate" as Yemen's war rages
The U.S. has shifted its tone on the Houthi rebel movement, but the Iranian-backed group says it wants very specific action from the U.S., not recognition.
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U.S. Navy seizes cache of weapons aboard ship in Arabian Sea
The arms shipment contained thousands of assault weapons, machines guns and sniper rifles apparently bound for Yemen to support the country's Houthi rebels despite a U.N. arms embargo.
Why Yemen will have to keep waiting for an end to its civil war
A U.S. envoy was among those visiting the region this week, hoping to negotiate a political solution. But there are obstacles, including the U.S. standoff with Iran.
Iran-backed Houthis launch drone, missile attacks on Saudi Arabia
While they're still "exchanging ideas" with U.S., Saudi Arabia says the Yemeni rebels' actions show they, and their Iranian benefactors, aren't interested in peace.
Saudi oil facilities targeted in drone and missile attack
U.S. says latest in series of strikes by Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen show, "their lack of respect for human life and their lack of interest in pursuing peace."
Can Biden keep the Saudis on board to end the Yemen war?
A damning report on the Jamal Khashoggi murder and increasing hostility by the Iran-backed Houthis may both impact the president's efforts to end a brutal war.
As Biden tackles Yemen crisis with "urgency," Iran won't make it easy
The White House rushed a veteran diplomat to Saudi Arabia on a mission to end a war threatening hundreds of thousands of civilian lives, but nothing's easy in the Mideast.
State Department to revoke Houthi terror designation
The Saudi-backed war against the Iran-backed Houthi in Yemen has led to one of the world's worst humanitarian crises, and experts have warned that the terrorist designation would only exacerbate the devastation.
Biden admin authorizes financial dealings with Yemen's rebels
The Treasury's move effectively delays implementation of former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's last-minute designation of the group as a terror organization.
Aid group blasts U.S. terror label as "diplomatic vandalism" in Yemen
Mike Pompeo says designating Houthis, who control most of Yemen's population, a terror group will hold them accountable, but many believe it's civilians who will suffer.
Explosions rock Yemen airport as new government arrives
At least 25 people were killed and 110 wounded in the blast.
Saudi tanker attacked by "booby-trapped boat" while unloading gas
The apparent attack would be the 4th in a month targeting Saudi energy infrastructure as the kingdom wages a war against Iran-backed rebels in Yemen.
2 Americans, remains of 3rd, released in exchange with Yemen rebels
Oman's state-run media says the U.S. hostages were freed by Iranian-backed Houthi forces in exchange for almost 250 of their own.
Saudis warn of oil slick near decaying tanker, but offer no evidence
Yemen's civil war has turned a 45-year-old, crude-filled supertanker into a ticking environmental time bomb, but politics makes it hard to judge the length of the fuse.
Tanker could spill 4 times more oil than Exxon Valdez
The U.N. environment chief said that "time is running out" to avert an environmental, economic and humanitarian catastrophe
Tanker full of oil decaying amid Yemen's civil war could blow up
Five years without maintenance has made the "Safer" and its 1 million barrels of crude an "imminent environmental and humanitarian catastrophe."
As war and disease ravage Yemen, $1.35 billion in aid isn't enough
International donors have pledged a huge amount in recent years, but the pandemic is sapping that funding, and that's not the only complication.
48,000 Yemeni women could die giving birth as UN funds run out
320,000 pregnant women could be cut off from medical care as UN starts scaling back support due to lack of funding amid coronavirus crisis.
Yemen faces a COVID-19 crisis on top of a civil war catastrophe
"The virus is now in Yemen," and health officials warn there's little left in the desperately poor, war-ravaged country to stop it.
Dozens killed in attack on military parade in Yemen's Aden, officials say
Iranian-backed Houthi rebels use drone, ballistic missile to target parade in city that is seat of Saudi-backed government
7,500 children killed or wounded in Yemen since 2013, report says
The report said the killings and injuries were among 11,779 grave violations against children
Senate votes to block Saudi arms sales despite Trump veto threat
The $8 billion arms sale included precision guided munitions, other bombs and ammunition and aircraft maintenance support
Half of kids in Yemen under five have stunted growth, UN says
"Yemen is a test of our humanity. And right now, we are badly failing this test," head of UNICEF says
Trump vetoes bill to end U.S. involvement in Yemen civil war
"This resolution is ... endangering the lives of American citizens and brave service members, both today and in the future," the president said Tuesday
7 killed in airstrike on Yemen hospital, aid organization says
Four children are among the dead, the organization said
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Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 14, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Mark Warner, Democrat of Virginia, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 14, 2025.
Australia Hanukkah celebration targeted in antisemitic terrorist attack. What to know.
At least 11 people were shot and killed Sunday in a targeted attack on a Jewish holiday celebration, to mark the start of Hanukkah, in Australia's Bondi Beach.
Gunman in Syria who targeted U.S. troops believed to be ISIS infiltrator, sources say
The shooting happened during a mission by U.S. and Syrian forces in a historic central town near Palmyra on Saturday. President Trump and U.S. military officials attributed the attack to ISIS.
Transcript: Sen. Bill Cassidy on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 14, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Bill Cassidy, Republican of Louisiana, tthat aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 14, 2025.
Zelenskyy to meet with Witkoff and Kushner for talks aimed at ending war
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Ukrainian, U.S. and European officials will hold a series of meetings.
Transcript: María Corina Machado on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 14, 2025
The following is the transcript of the full interview with Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 14, 2025.
At least 11 killed in targeted attack on Jewish Australians, police say
At least 11 people were killed at a Jewish gathering on Australia's Bondi Beach, according to Australian government officials and police. One of two gunmen was also dead.
U.N. chief says 6 international peacekeepers killed in drone strike in Sudan
All the victims are Bangladeshi nationals, serving in the U.N. Interim Security Force for Abyei, UNISFA.
Hamas confirms death of senior commander killed in Israel strike on Gaza
The military said it killed Raed Saad, described as one of the architects of the Oct. 7 attack, after an explosive device detonated and wounded two soldiers.
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Sen. Cassidy says "there's a deal to be had" on health care after failed Senate votes
Sen. Bill Cassidy, a Louisiana Republican, said "there's a deal to be had" on a plan to address health care costs after a pair of bills failed to secure enough support to advance in the Senate last week.
Fear of flying: Faith Salie on Secretary Duffy and the pajama resistance
When Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy admonished air travelers who didn't "dress up" for their flights, flyers responded – by wearing pajamas. Faith Salie looks at what travelers think of the Secretary's flight of fancy.
What are the prospects for laid-off workers?
In 2025, more than 1.1 million Americans were laid off from their jobs, the most since the COVID pandemic, even as corporate profits remain high. Business experts discuss the reasons why companies resort to layoffs.
Machado says "I absolutely support President Trump's strategy" on Venezuela
Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado said she's "absolutely" supportive of President Trump's strategy in the country.
Steps of Faith: How "Ted Lasso" star Jason Sudeikis and friends brought hope and charity to amputees
An annual fundraiser in Kansas City called Thundergong! has helped more than 2,000 amputees around the country pay for prosthetic limbs through the Steps of Faith Foundation.
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A guide to "Made in America" holiday gifts, state by state
The Made in America Holiday Gift Guide, promoting products made in the U.S., includes more than 150 companies from all 50 states. For small business owners, being included in this year's gift guide feels close to a Christmas miracle.
What are the prospects for laid-off workers?
In 2025, more than 1.1 million Americans were laid off from their jobs, the most since the COVID pandemic, even as corporate profits remain high. Business experts discuss the reasons why companies resort to layoffs.
Law prof sues Boeing, alleging exposure to toxic fumes on Delta flight
A Temple University law professor alleges in a suit that he breathed in contaminated air on a Boeing craft, leaving him physically impaired.
Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
U.S. could owe businesses $168B if Supreme Court rejects Trump tariffs
A ruling striking down emergency levies could force the federal government to return most of the tariff revenue it has collected this year, according to Penn Wharton.
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Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 14, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Mark Warner, Democrat of Virginia, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 14, 2025.
Sen. Cassidy says "there's a deal to be had" on health care after failed Senate votes
Sen. Bill Cassidy, a Louisiana Republican, said "there's a deal to be had" on a plan to address health care costs after a pair of bills failed to secure enough support to advance in the Senate last week.
Transcript: Sen. Bill Cassidy on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 14, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Bill Cassidy, Republican of Louisiana, tthat aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 14, 2025.
Machado says "I absolutely support President Trump's strategy" on Venezuela
Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado said she's "absolutely" supportive of President Trump's strategy in the country.
Transcript: María Corina Machado on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 14, 2025
The following is the transcript of the full interview with Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 14, 2025.
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He made his brothers see a cardiologist. Each had advanced heart disease.
Kevin Murray was his family's health watchdog. His vigilance helped his brothers "avoid a real catastrophe."
Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
Vaccine vote signals turbulence for immunization policy, public trust
Clinicians and epidemiologists warn the decision could unravel decades of progress and expose newborns to a deadly, preventable disease.
Botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart products includes 51 babies in 19 states
Health officials say an infant botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart baby formula has been expanded to include all illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022.
Extended interview: Dr. Rochelle Walensky
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook speaks at length with former CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky about the hepatitis B vaccine and last week's vote by the CDC's vaccine advisory panel to change the recommendation for when children should get their first dose of the vaccine.
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Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 14, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Mark Warner, Democrat of Virginia, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 14, 2025.
Australia Hanukkah celebration targeted in antisemitic terrorist attack. What to know.
At least 11 people were shot and killed Sunday in a targeted attack on a Jewish holiday celebration, to mark the start of Hanukkah, in Australia's Bondi Beach.
Gunman in Syria who targeted U.S. troops believed to be ISIS infiltrator, sources say
The shooting happened during a mission by U.S. and Syrian forces in a historic central town near Palmyra on Saturday. President Trump and U.S. military officials attributed the attack to ISIS.
Transcript: Sen. Bill Cassidy on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 14, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Bill Cassidy, Republican of Louisiana, tthat aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 14, 2025.
Zelenskyy to meet with Witkoff and Kushner for talks aimed at ending war
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Ukrainian, U.S. and European officials will hold a series of meetings.
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Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson on the musical alchemy of "Song Sung Blue"
In their new movie, "Song Sung Blue," Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson play Mike and Claire Sardina, the real-life musical impersonators from Milwaukee who sang as the Neil Diamond tribute act Lightning & Thunder.
Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson on "Song Sung Blue"
In their new movie, "Song Sung Blue," Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson play Mike and Claire Sardina, the real-life musical impersonators who sang as Neil Diamond and Patsy Cline. Jackman reveals to Tracy Smith how he "discovered" his co-star (watching her sing on "CBS Sunday Morning"!) and their shared chemistry, while Hudson talks about playing a less glamorous role.
Jane Austen at 250: Celebrating a writer who still inspires new chapters
Enduring romances such as "Pride and Prejudice," "Sense and Sensibility," and "Emma" made the British writer one of the brightest names in literature – and the beloved subject of a yearlong celebration marking the 250th anniversary of her birth.
Jane Austen at 250
Her enduring romances, including "Pride and Prejudice," "Sense and Sensibility," and "Emma," made British writer Jane Austen one of the brightest names in literature – and the beloved subject of a yearlong celebration marking the 250th anniversary of her birth. Seth Doane visits Bath, England, the setting for two of the Regency Era author's six novels, and talks with Devoney Looser, author of "Wild for Austen." Doane also visits the set of a forthcoming miniseries inspired by Austen's characters, "The Other Bennet Sister."
What makes for a great Christmas song?
Musicologist Joe Bennett explains the common components of the most enduring Christmas songs, from "Jingle Bells" to "All I Want for Christmas Is You" – which inspires David Pogue to compose his own new holiday song.
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What's next after Trump's AI rule order?
President Trump signed an executive order restricting states from creating their own regulations for artificial intelligence. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
College grads struggling to launch careers
New York Times reporter Jodi Kantor's upcoming book "How to Start" looks at the difficulties of beginning your career. Kantor joins "The Takeout" to unpack some of the difficulties college students face, artificial intelligence and more.
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.
Trump targets state regulations for AI
President Trump signed an executive order Thursday that aims to prevent states from enforcing their own regulations on artificial intelligence. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump signs order to block state AI rules
Stocks dipped lower on Friday as tech and AI companies came under pressure from President Trump. He signed an executive order on Thursday to stop state regulation of artificial intelligence, arguing that a patchwork set of rules could hold the U.S. back from dominating the competition. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more.
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Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
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Person of interest in custody after Brown University shooting, officials say
Two people were killed and nine more were wounded in a shooting Saturday afternoon in a building on the campus of Brown University in Rhode Island, authorities said.
A "Survivor" finalist's mission to prove his late sister was murdered
"Survivor" 48 contestant Joe Hunter believes his sister Joanna, whose death was ruled a suicide, was murdered. He and their mother are working to be Joanna's voice and advocate for others who have experienced domestic violence.
Man who attacked, then rescued, ex-wife hoped to be her hero
Morgan Metzer survived a violent attack in her Canton, Georgia, home by an assailant she described as dressed in black and sounding like Batman. The only thing more surprising than the attack itself — was the suspect.
Gunman at large after Brown University shooting
At least two people have been killed, and eight others were critically wounded in a shooting at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, on Saturday. The gunman remains at large. Logan Hall reports.
2 dead, 8 injured in Brown University shooting
At least two people have been shot and killed at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, according to the city's mayor, Brett Smiley. He also said eight people are in critical, but stable condition. Jericka Duncan anchors this Special Report.
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"Wet lava ball" exoplanet may have an atmosphere, evidence shows
Super-Earth TOI-561b is about 40 times closer to its host star than Mercury is to the sun.
NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade.
Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
3-man crew undocks from space station, wrapping up 8-month stay
Russian Soyuz crews are now spending eight months aboard the space station instead of six to stretch supplies and lower costs.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
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Warner on Venezuela boat strike video
Democrat Sen. Mark Warner, one of a handful of lawmakers who has seen the video of the U.S. strike on a Venezuelan vessel, said "the idea of these two survivors hanging on to remnants of a boat and then America taking a series of additional strikes, the Congress needs to see it at the very minimum."
Cassidy on possible health care deal
After plans put forward by GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy failed in the Senate, Cassidy told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that "there's a deal to be had here -- we need to push for that deal."
Machado on Trump's Venezuela strategy
In Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado's first U.S. interview since winning the honor, she says "I absolutely support President Trump's strategy" in her home country of Venezuela as his administration has increased its pressure campaign to remove President Nicolas Maduro.
Person of interest detained in Brown shooting
Two students are dead and nine others wounded in a Saturday shooting at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. A person of interest is in custody, officials said. Tom Hanson reports.
Open: "Face the Nation," Dec. 14, 2025
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado gives her first U.S. interview since being honored. Plus, Sens. Bill Cassidy and Mark Warner also join.