Can U.S., Europe curb threat of Western fighters returning from Syria?
The notion of foreign fighters is nothing new, but the nature of the Syrian conflict has made it a more significant problem for the West
The notion of foreign fighters is nothing new, but the nature of the Syrian conflict has made it a more significant problem for the West
One oil company from the UAE and two Syrian-based companies added to list of nearly 200 individuals and entities punished by Treasury Department
After seizing a corridor of land in the east, ISIS has begun this week advancing across northern Syria, nearing the Turkish border
Intelligence officials fear battle-hardened fighters, inured to atrocities, will bring their jihad home to Europe and the U.S.
Attorney general says U.S., allies must prevent Syria from becoming "training ground from which our nationals can return and launch attacks"
As U.N. presses Syria over discrepancies in accounting for their chemical stockpile, Pentagon says destruction of those taken has begun
Iraq says 30 insurgents killed in battle for oil refinery as group claims another oil field on Syrian side of now-meaningless border
New developments expand and consolidate areas held by militants in territory straddling border between two conflict-ridden countries
The president is asking Congress for the funds as the U.S. seeks to stem the civil war in Syria
Deputy foreign minister tells CBS News his country is "still together," but vast areas are controlled by enemy his government believes they and the U.S. have in common
Radical group whose fighters recently swept through central Iraq had first dug in in Eastern Syria
United Nations, human rights groups have condemned Syrian military for dropping deadly weapons on areas held by the opposition
Once-thriving metropolis now unable to provide basic services as snipers hide and watch in divided city
Israel warns both sides in Syria's war against furthering tensions along border after an Israeli teen was killed in the Golan Heights
Organization tasked with removing Assad's stockpile says all weapons acknowledged by regime are out, but doubts remain over its ability to make new ones
Warplanes bomb series of targets after attack that killed Israeli teenager in Golan Heights
Israeli civilian vehicle comes under fire from Syria in Golan Heights, killing 15-year-old; Israeli responds by shelling Syrian government targets
The president says U.S. arms support wouldn't have thwarted the security vacuum in the Middle East
Nearly two years of relentless fighting has reduced a large Syrian city to rubble, and some fear Mosul in Iraq will have it worse
Zeinat Akhras, a pharmacist, shrunk to a gaunt 75 pounds after nearly two years under siege in Homs
In much-maligned election, Assad wins another 7-year term in middle of bloody 3-year-old war that has devastated Syria
Doctor tells CBS News he's smelled the poison gas used in attacks on rebel-held areas
In Damascus, throngs flock to show support for Bashar Assad in voting deemed a sham by opposition as civil war rages
Officials say Moner Mohammad Abusalha, a former Seminole State College student, is likely the first American to blow himself up in Syrian war
U.N. confirms not all of Syria's deadly stockpile will be out of the country by June 30, and the U.S. is not totally buying the Assad regime's excuse
Unpaid and underpaid labor prevails, an analysis of research by several NGO's found, including wage deductions, "significant" debt bondage and child labor.
The last coal-fired power plant in the U.K. is closing, ending Britain's 140-year reliance on the fossil fuel for electricity.
Austria's far-right Freedom Party won a national parliamentary election, but it will struggle to find other parties willing to form a coalition government.
Iwao Hakamada, 88, was declared innocent of the quadruple murder that he spent 46 years on death row for.
Two Czech brothers allegedly ran a gang that forced 16 people into modern slavery, working at a McDonald's and other businesses in the U.K.
Iran, which performs death sentences by hanging, rarely executes convicts in public.
Israel has killed many of Hezbollah's senior leaders with devastating strikes in Lebanon, but neither side appears ready to step back from the brink.
The city on the border with Arizona has suffered years of violence between drug cartels fighting for control of the border crossing.
Hamas' leader in Lebanon is the latest Palestinian militant group commander killed there by Israeli airstrikes in recent days, including Hezbollah's longtime chief, Hassan Nasrallah.
As governor of Minnesota, Tim Walz created the largest state Child Tax Credit in the nation and raised taxes for high-income residents.
The ruling means abortions in Georgia will be permitted to take place up to around 22 weeks, instead of a much earlier limit.
The state and national Democratic Party said the rule might introduce "uncertainty" in vote tallying, and "wreak havoc on the general election."
"Galaxy Gas" is a new spin on an old drug — nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas or "whippets" — and it's taken over social media.
Hannah Gutierrez-Reed sought to dismiss her conviction or convene a new trial in the shooting death, alleging misconduct and suppression of evidence by law enforcement.
As governor of Minnesota, Tim Walz created the largest state Child Tax Credit in the nation and raised taxes for high-income residents.
Unpaid and underpaid labor prevails, an analysis of research by several NGO's found, including wage deductions, "significant" debt bondage and child labor.
Verizon customers reported their mobile phone service was down in cities across the U.S., giving them only SOS mode.
AT&T is selling its remaining 70% stake in DirecTV to private equity firm TPG a decade after agreeing to buy the satellite TV provider.
More than 40,000 people reported outages with the music platform on downdetector.com.
As governor of Minnesota, Tim Walz created the largest state Child Tax Credit in the nation and raised taxes for high-income residents.
The ruling means abortions in Georgia will be permitted to take place up to around 22 weeks, instead of a much earlier limit.
The state and national Democratic Party said the rule might introduce "uncertainty" in vote tallying, and "wreak havoc on the general election."
Most voters say they plan to watch the VP debate between Tim Walz and JD Vance Tuesday night, which will be moderated by CBS News.
Here's a look at where Sen. JD Vance stands on several important issues heading into Tuesday's vice presidential debate, hosted by CBS News.
Hurricane Helene's massive rains and flooding is a major health and safety risk for residents exposed to potential waterborne illnesses and other dangers.
"Galaxy Gas" is a new spin on an old drug — nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas or "whippets" — and it's taken over social media.
The Senate approved a resolution on Wednesday that was intended to hold Ralph de la Torre in criminal contempt for failing to testify before a committee.
Tyler Theroux was born with a brachial plexus injury that would eventually leave him depressed and in extreme pain. A complex surgery finally provided relief.
Loophole in law means potentially deadly furniture is still being sold by major retailers, advocacy group cautions.
Unpaid and underpaid labor prevails, an analysis of research by several NGO's found, including wage deductions, "significant" debt bondage and child labor.
The last coal-fired power plant in the U.K. is closing, ending Britain's 140-year reliance on the fossil fuel for electricity.
Austria's far-right Freedom Party won a national parliamentary election, but it will struggle to find other parties willing to form a coalition government.
Iwao Hakamada, 88, was declared innocent of the quadruple murder that he spent 46 years on death row for.
Two Czech brothers allegedly ran a gang that forced 16 people into modern slavery, working at a McDonald's and other businesses in the U.K.
After surviving a 1990 bus crash that left her temporarily paralyzed, Gloria Estefan has donated over $42 million to paralysis research.
There are five new stadium dates for next summer in Toronto, Chicago, New Jersey, Los Angeles and Mexico City.
Acclaimed author Ta-Nehisi Coates joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his new book, "The Message," and about the banning of his work in South Carolina.
After surviving a tour bus crash in 1990 that left her temporarily paralyzed, Gloria Estefan has donated more than $42 million to paralysis research. The Grammy-winning icon shares her passion for finding a cure.
Coldplay's Chris Martin and Jonny Buckland add more in their "CBS Sunday Morning" conversation with Anthony Mason, discussing the success of their "Music of the Spheres" tour, their latest single, and why they plan to release only two more albums.
Verizon customers reported their mobile phone service was down in cities across the U.S., giving them only SOS mode.
Aerospace engineer Emily Calandrelli joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss how planes remain in the air, despite some scientific uncertainty. She also reveals details about her space-bound adventure and her "Stay Curious" book series.
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.
With the rapid spread of AI-generated deepfakes, experts are sounding the alarm about their influence on society and elections. Laurie Segall, founder of Mostly Human Media, shares tips on how to spot what's real and what's not.
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Sunday vetoed a landmark bill aimed at establishing first-in-the-nation safety measures for large artificial intelligence models.
In this episode of "Climate Watch: Protecting the Planet," CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy speaks to scientists and experts about the growing number of critically endangered plants and animals and how humans can help.
The author revisits his 2000 bestseller "The Tipping Point," to examine the flip side of that earlier book's lessons about studying social change. Among the topics he covers: Cheetah reproduction.
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
Nine years after it was negotiated, the Paris Climate Agreement continues to serve as a blueprint for global environmental goals. Todd Stern, the top U.S. negotiator for the deal, outlines the years-long process it took to reach the landmark agreement in his new book, "Landing the Paris Climate Agreement: How It Happened, Why It Matters and What Comes Next." Stern joins CBS News to look back at the talks.
Florida is bracing for the wrath of Hurricane Helene. A common question that scientists face during natural disasters like this is: Has climate change impacted their severity? CBS News Miami investigative reporter Jim Defede and CBS News Texas investigative reporter Brian New break down how lawmakers and residents in their states view climate change amid natural disasters.
Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect who allegedly plotted an assassination attempt in Florida against former President Donald Trump, pleaded not guilty to five counts against him Monday. CBS News' Cristian Benavides has the latest after Routh's court appearance.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is asking a judge to dismiss one of the five federal corruption charges against him.
Two Czech brothers allegedly ran a gang that forced 16 people into modern slavery, working at a McDonald's and other businesses in the U.K.
The city on the border with Arizona has suffered years of violence between drug cartels fighting for control of the border crossing.
Kendy Howard, a 48-year-old wife and mother, was found dead in her bathtub with a gunshot wound to the head. Evidence at the scene led investigators to take a hard look at her husband, a former Idaho state trooper. Did he have the know-how to get away with murder?
A SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft caught up with the International Space Station and moved in for docking Sunday.
Crew Dragon's two astronauts will join two Starliner fliers for a five-month tour of duty aboard the International Space Station.
Later today, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft is set to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station. The craft is also set to bring back the two astronauts who have been waiting for a ride home since June.
A NASA astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut will join the Starliner astronauts for a normal tour of duty
The Soyuz landing in Kazakhstan sets the stage for launch of a SpaceX Crew Dragon flight to the space station Thursday.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
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.
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
Russia and Ukraine have been ramping up the use of drones since the war began more than two years ago. Ben Solomon, a senior video correspondent for the Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News with more on the evolution of drone use in the conflict.
A Fulton County Superior Court judge has ruled Georgia's six-week abortion ban is unconstitutional. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser has the latest breaking news.
South Carolina officials, including Governor Henry McMaster, gave an update on Helene recovery efforts after the storm swept through the area causing catastrophic flooding and damage.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Ohio Sen. JD Vance will debate Tuesday as the presidential election looms weeks away. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe breaks down what's at stake for the Trump and Harris campaigns.
Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will debate in New York City Tuesday, the only vice presidential debate likely to occur before the November election. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser breaks down the impact of past vice presidential debates on elections.