U.S. says 2 terrorists killed, vehicle bomb destroyed in strike
Military say latest strike killed al-Shabab extremists, prevented bomb "being used against the people in Mogadishu"
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Somalia's capital returns to an unpredictable new normal
Filming in Mogadishu is still difficult: CBS News crews were surrounded by armed police and even arrested on one occasion
Somalia update
Earlier this year, President Trump declared parts of Somalia a war zone. Since then, the U.S. has conducted drone strikes trying to stop a ruthless terrorist group that has killed hundreds. Deborah Patta filed this reporter's notebook from Mogadishu.
Bomber disguised as cop causes carnage at police academy
At least 17 people killed in Mogadishu attack claimed by Somali Islamic extremist group affiliated with al Qaeda
Drones to fight terror in Somalia
A former member of U.S. military intelligence is helping fight one of the deadliest terror groups in Africa. He is also a pioneer in the U.S. military's use of drones and is now using that expertise to help Somalia in its fight against the Al-Qaeda-linked terror group al-Shabab. Debora Patta reports.
Afghan intelligence: Dozens of al Qaeda figures killed in joint operations with coalition forces
Among the dead is senior leader Omar Khetab, according to a statement by Afghanistan's National Directorate of Security
Australian accused of plotting New Year's Eve mass shooting
Police say Australian-born Ali Ali was thwarted before he could acquire an automatic rifle to carry out alleged plot
CIA docs from bin Laden raid suggest Iran-al Qaeda link
Iran denies any involvement with terror group, but documents seized in deadly raid appear to confirm long-held suspicions
CIA releases huge trove of Osama bin Laden's files
"Antz," "Cars," and "Where in the World is Osama bin Laden" were among the movies found on devices at the compound
Inside al Qaeda
In his first interview, an FBI undercover operative tells Scott Pelley how he infiltrated al Qaeda and thwarted potential terror attacks planned for New York and Toronto.
Inside al Qaeda
In his first interview, an FBI undercover operative tells Scott Pelley how he infiltrated al Qaeda and thwarted potential terror attacks planned for New York and Toronto
10/22: 60 Minutes
Inside al Qaeda: Living and working with terrorists; Reforming solitary confinement at infamous California prison; then, billionaire Koch brother's crusade against counterfeit wine.
Undercover: An FBI operative in disguise on 60 Minutes
This FBI operative's true identity is classified, and this week on 60 Minutes, we also hide his appearance through hours of meticulous special effects makeup
Befriending bad guys
"There's nothing like putting your arm around a bad guy and telling him you're his best friend, getting him to commit, and tell you all his secrets and all the evil inside of him. And lockin' him up."
Undercover with al Qaeda
Devoted to Islam and America, fluent in Arabic and English, able to maintain an alias and work alone among killers -- Tamer Elnoury was a rare find for the FBI's undercover counterterrorism group
An FBI operative in disguise
This FBI operative's true identity is classified, and this week on 60 Minutes, we also hide his appearance through hours of meticulous special effects makeup
Becoming a bad guy
How an undercover FBI operative built trust between himself and an al Qaeda terrorist using some acting skills and the real pain of his mother's death
Hollywood acting classes for FBI undercovers?
"My knee-jerk reaction, Scott, was: 'I'm not an actor. This is a waste of time.' Then it essentially transformed me. It transformed my undercover game," Elnoury tells Scott Pelley
FBI-operative on infiltrating al Qaeda
An FBI undercover operative tells 60 Minutes how he infiltrated al Qaeda and thwarted terror attacks planned for New York and Toronto
Will ISIS' demise in Syria boost al Qaeda?
Insurgent coalition in Idlib may be set to gain new members and could shift focus to attacks on West
ISIS' brutal past, shrinking present, and uncertain future
Denied virtually all of its once-expansive "caliphate," terror group leaves destruction -- and division -- in its wake
Officials say Somalia truck bombing toll now over 300
Deadliest ever single terror attack in east African nation being blamed on al Qaeda-linked extremists al-Shabab
"Barbaric" attack in Somalia's capital leaves at least 276 dead
At least 276 died, but officials fear the toll will climb after Saturday's truck bomb that targeted a busy street near key ministries
4th Green Beret killed
The body of a fourth U.S. servicemember was recovered Friday in the African nation of Niger. The soldier's name was not released. American troops were ambushed Wednesday while patrolling with local forces; al Qaeda is suspected.
Jury selection to begin in N.Y., N.J. bombing suspect's trial
Judge ruled last month that New York jurors will be allowed to hear evidence of the New Jersey pipe bombing and of the unexploded devices found in New Jersey
What's the evidence against the suspect in CEO's shooting?
Police say the evidence against Luigi Mangione includes fingerprints and notebook entries linking him to the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
China's Xi not expected at Trump's inauguration
President-elect Trump invited Xi to the swearing-in ceremony shortly after winning the election.
FBI leadership said "basic step" was missed ahead of Jan. 6 riot — DOJ IG report
FBI Deputy Director Paul Abbate told investigators that not canvassing the nation for further information was the "basic step that was missed."
CBS News speaks with American 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 do we know about mystery drones flying over New Jersey?
New Jersey residents and lawmakers are pushing for more information about the mysterious drone sightings, including some near military installations.
Biden commutes about 1,500 sentences, most ever in single day
"These actions represent the largest single-day grant of clemency in modern history," the White House said.
Ex-FBI informant pleads guilty to lying about the Bidens
A California man who was charged with lying to the FBI about fake criminal allegations against President Biden and his son Hunter is pleading guilty.
New details emerge about man charged in UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting
Luigi Mangione is charged in the deadly shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Canadian official threatens to cut U.S. energy supplies in response to tariffs
Canada could halt oil and gas imports to the U.S. if Donald Trump imposes steep new tariffs, Ontario Premier Doug Ford warns.
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China's Xi not expected at Trump's inauguration
President-elect Trump invited Xi to the swearing-in ceremony shortly after winning the election.
Here are the retailers shuttering thousands of stores in 2024
Some major retailers are struggling to attract customers, leading to more than 7,100 store closures in 2024 — a 69% jump from a year ago.
What do we know about mystery drones flying over New Jersey?
New Jersey residents and lawmakers are pushing for more information about the mysterious drone sightings, including some near military installations.
UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect is in maximum security
Governors of New York and Pennsylvania say they are working quickly to extradite UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione.
11 highlights from Trump's Time Person of the Year interview
Here are 11 highlights from President-elect Donald Trump's wide-ranging interview with Time magazine.
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Here are the retailers shuttering thousands of stores in 2024
Some major retailers are struggling to attract customers, leading to more than 7,100 store closures in 2024 — a 69% jump from a year ago.
Biden administration overdraft rule caps bank and credit union fees at $5
The rule closes a loophole that exempted overdraft fees from lending laws, but is expected to face challenges.
An inside look at UPS as holiday shipping deadlines near
CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen tagged along at a UPS training facility with a driver amid the holiday season rush.
Canadian official threatens to cut U.S. energy supplies in response to tariffs
Canada could halt oil and gas imports to the U.S. if Donald Trump imposes steep new tariffs, Ontario Premier Doug Ford warns.
AI company says its chatbots will change interactions with teen users
Character.AI users can create original chatbots or interact with existing bots. Two lawsuits allege those bots harmed teen users.
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China's Xi not expected at Trump's inauguration
President-elect Trump invited Xi to the swearing-in ceremony shortly after winning the election.
What do we know about mystery drones flying over New Jersey?
New Jersey residents and lawmakers are pushing for more information about the mysterious drone sightings, including some near military installations.
11 highlights from Trump's Time Person of the Year interview
Here are 11 highlights from President-elect Donald Trump's wide-ranging interview with Time magazine.
FBI leadership said "basic step" was missed ahead of Jan. 6 riot — DOJ IG report
FBI Deputy Director Paul Abbate told investigators that not canvassing the nation for further information was the "basic step that was missed."
Biden administration overdraft rule caps bank and credit union fees at $5
The rule closes a loophole that exempted overdraft fees from lending laws, but is expected to face challenges.
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U.K. indefinitely bans puberty blockers for people under 18
An emergency ban on hormones used to suppress puberty in transgender young people in the U.K. has been extended indefinitely, the government said.
Tennessee hospital was destroyed by Helene — others face risk
Flash flooding from Hurricane Helene trapped dozens of people on the rooftop of Unicoi County Hospital.
Bidens host women's health conference to focus on health care gender gap
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden highlighted the progress made in the first year of their White House initiative.
MadeGood granola bars recalled because they could contain metal
Recalled MadeGood granola bars were sold across the U.S. and internationally, according to food maker.
U.S. overdose deaths fell nearly 17% in 1-year period, CDC says
Members of the Biden White House celebrated the report but said there's still more work to be done to further reduce overdose deaths.
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Woman arrested for allegedly trying to smuggle meth disguised as presents
A Canadian woman had over 20 pounds of methamphetamine disguised as Christmas presents in her carry-on duffel bag, New Zealand's customs agency said.
Canadian official threatens to cut U.S. energy supplies in response to tariffs
Canada could halt oil and gas imports to the U.S. if Donald Trump imposes steep new tariffs, Ontario Premier Doug Ford warns.
Teen chess prodigy becomes youngest world champion
The usually shy and reserved teen burst into tears after nearly three weeks and 14 games of intense battle against his opponent.
U.K. indefinitely bans puberty blockers for people under 18
An emergency ban on hormones used to suppress puberty in transgender young people in the U.K. has been extended indefinitely, the government said.
Judge shot dead outside courthouse in Acapulco
The judge's murder comes two days after assailants in the Gulf coast state of Veracruz shot to death a federal congressman.
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Dua Lipa on why she had been dreaming to perform at Royal Albert Hall
The special concert features a duet with Elton John and a reunion with her childhood music teacher.
Teen chess prodigy becomes youngest world champion
The usually shy and reserved teen burst into tears after nearly three weeks and 14 games of intense battle against his opponent.
Liz Feldman, Linda Cardellini on "No Good Deed"
"Dead to Me" Creator Liz Feldman and Actor Linda Cardellini reunite in the new Netflix series "No Good Deed." They discuss how scrolling on Zillow inspired the series about buyers competing for their dream home and how Feldman wrote the role of Margo specifically for Cardellini.
Dua Lipa on upcoming performance
Pop superstar Dua Lipa closes out a milestone year with "An Evening with Dua Lipa," a special performance featuring a 53-piece orchestra. The show airs Sunday on CBS and Paramount+.
Linda Cardellini on "No Good Deed"
Linda Cardellini stars in the new Netflix series "No Good Deed" alongside Lisa Kudrow and Ray Romano. The Emmy nominee plays Margo, a social climber competing to buy a coveted Los Angeles home.
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AI company says its chatbots will change interactions with teen users
Character.AI users can create original chatbots or interact with existing bots. Two lawsuits allege those bots harmed teen users.
Is Facebook down? Here's what to know about reports of outages.
Users reported problems accessing many of Meta's social media services, including Facebook, Instagram and Messenger.
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.
Apple iOS 18.2 launches today. Here is what's new.
Apple rolls out much-awaited Apple Intelligence features in iOS 18.2 software update.
"Mornings Memory": The rise of ultrasounds
Ultrasounds, now routine in monitoring pregnancies, were a groundbreaking addition to prenatal care just over 40 years ago. Today's "Mornings Memory" looks back at their rise.
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Study finds young people most at risk of heat
A new Columbia University Climate School study discovered that young people may be most at risk of heat-related deaths. CBS News environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.
Climate change could bring more snow in some areas
Experts predict climate change could actually make snow worse in some areas of the U.S. Meanwhile, nearly two-thirds of the U.S. is seeing less snowfall than in the 1970s. CBS News national climate correspondent Dave Malkoff explains how.
Wisdom, the world's oldest-known wild bird, lays an egg at 74
Wisdom the Laysan albatross was first tagged by researchers in 1956. Since then, she's believed to have raised as many as 30 chicks.
When should consumers buy electric cars?
President-elect Donald Trump indicated that once in office, he plans on ending the consumer tax credit for electric vehicle purchases. Business Insider autos senior reporter Nora Naughton joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the potential impact and when consumers should buy.
Starbucks plastic cup investigation
CBS News tracked plastic cups meant to be recycled by Starbucks and found that most of those did not end up at recycling facilities. CBS News' David Schechter breaks down the investigation's findings.
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UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting grand jury
A source tell CBS News that prosecutors have begun presenting evidence to a New York grand jury in the fatal shooting case of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has more on the evidence that may be pinned on suspect Luigi Mangione.
What will be Luigi Mangione's defense?
There are new details about pieces of evidence that New York officials are testing in the case of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's murder. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more on what could be Luigi Mangione's defense.
UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect is in maximum security
Governors of New York and Pennsylvania say they are working quickly to extradite UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione.
Details on Luigi Mangione's time in prison
Pennsylvania corrections officials are providing more details on Luigi Mangione's time behind bars. This comes as investigators probe more evidence in the case of the UnitedHealthcare CEO's fatal shooting. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
What's the evidence against the suspect in CEO's shooting?
Police say the evidence against Luigi Mangione includes fingerprints and notebook entries linking him to the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
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Learning from the Ingenuity helicopter's crash landing on Mars
Engineers now say they understand the most likely cause of the Ingenuity helicopter's crash landing on Mars earlier this year.
Emily Calandrelli talks Blue Origin mission
Emily Calandrelli joins "CBS Mornings Plus" after recently becoming the 100th woman ever in space. She and her Blue Origin crewmates traveled over 62 miles above sea level during their mission last month.
Why you shouldn't wait for the Geminid meteor shower peak this year
The Geminid meteor shower this year is set to peak at almost the same time as December's full moon, which could make for challenging viewing conditions.
NASA's Artemis moon mission delayed yet again
NASA's next two Artemis moon missions have been pushed back once again, with the first lunar landing in more than a half-century not scheduled to take place until at least mid-2027. NASA said the delay is partly so that it can address issues with the Orion spacecraft's heat shield.
NASA delays next 2 Artemis moon missions to address heat shield, other issues
Heat shield damage seen during the first Artemis test flight is now understood, NASA says, but more time is needed to implement fixes.
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White House on Travis Timmerman, Austin Tice
NSC spokesperson John Kirby and White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre commented Thursday on the discovery of American Travis Timmerman in Syria and the ongoing efforts to locate Austin Tice, who they believe is also there.
Are drones flying over New Jersey safe?
Officials have debunked some theories about the mysterious drones hovering over New Jersey, but it is not yet clear what they are doing in the sky. CBS News' Tom Hanson has more on what's known about the aircraft.
UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting grand jury
A source tell CBS News that prosecutors have begun presenting evidence to a New York grand jury in the fatal shooting case of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has more on the evidence that may be pinned on suspect Luigi Mangione.
NYC mayor meeting Trump's "border czar"
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is meeting with Tom Homan, President-elect Donald Trump's incoming "border czar," on the immigration changes planned for the former president's second term. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
Will Xi Jinping attend inauguration?
President-elect Donald Trump and his team are reacting to news of the invitation extended for China's President Xi Jinping to attend the inauguration. CBS News' Libby Cathey has more.