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U.S. confirms airstrike kills al-Shabab commander in Somalia
President Donald Trump earlier this year approved expanded military operations against the al-Qaeda-linked group
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President Donald Trump earlier this year approved expanded military operations against the al-Qaeda-linked group
As ISIS retreats, it leaves behind scores of indoctrinated children, trained to kill. Can they be deprogrammed to avoid becoming Al Qaeda 3.0? Charlie D'Agata investigates for "CBSN: On Assignment"
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson met with Qatar's foreign minister to urge compromise as gulf countries attempt to isolate the nation. The foreign minster denies funding any al-Qaeda groups. CBS News White House and senior foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan joins CBSN with more.
CBS News confirms U.S. officials are increasingly concerned about terrorists targeting airliners, a rapidly evolving threat
Residents say civilians, including women, beheaded during raid by al Qaeda-linked al-Shabab militants in Puntland
U.S. military investigates American airstrike on March meeting of al Qaeda leaders in Syria
Salman Abedi is only the latest in series of jihadists to come from the area around Moss Side, in south Manchester
Officials say latest raid in war-torn nation was after intelligence, not a "High Value Target"
Africa Command says service member killed in joint operation with Somali troops against al Qaeda-linked terror group
Ron Hosko, former assistant director to the FBI and CBS News law enforcement and security contributor, joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss latest reports from U.S. intelligence officials that ISIS and al Qaeda have made more advances in sneaking bombs inside laptops and making them undetectable by airport security.
CBS News has learned ISIS and al Qaeda have made even more advances in sneaking bombs inside laptops and making them undetectable by security. The terror groups are using airport security technology to test out their theories. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Al Qaeda, ISIS have been perfecting, testing bomb small enough to fit in laptop computer
U.S. intelligence officials tell CBS News that terrorist groups such as al Qaeda and ISIS have been perfecting and testing a bomb small enough to fit in a laptop computer that could get past airport scanners. Kris Van Cleave reports.
The Pentagon said the Qari Yasin was killed in an airstrike in Afghanistan in March
Somali officials say at least six killed in Mogadishu attack – the latest in string of blasts blamed on al Qaeda-linked terror group
Targets reportedly include home of regional commander for terror group, but women and children said to be among casualties
U.S. airstrikes come weeks after American raid that led to death of U.S. Navy SEAL
President Trump, who authorized the raid, blamed his generals for the death of Ryan Owens earlier Tuesday
Abu al-Khayr al-Masri is a son-in-law of Osama bin Laden, and he was implicated in the 1998 bombings of two American embassies in Africa
CBS News confirms a U.S. strike in Syria killed the terror group's deputy, once a close associate of Osama bin Laden
Senior security official who heads branch of Syria's feared Military Intelligence services among dozens killed by suicide bombers
A strike on Feb. 4 killed Abu Hani al-Masri, who allegedly oversaw the creation and operation of al Qaeda training camps in Afghanistan in the 1980s and 1990s
The rebuke comes after a deadly raid against an al Qaeda compound in Yemen’s al Bayda province
The U.S. military has launched an investigation into a terror raid in Yemen that likely killed civilians and left an American commando dead. The operation targeted al Qaeda militants, but it didn't go according to plan. David Martin reports.
Jared Kushner, the president's son-in-law and senior aide, was at the meeting where Trump discussed the raid with top security advisers
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and first lady Jill Biden are also scheduled to speak.
The DNC, where Kamala Harris will officially be recognized as the Democratic nominee, takes place this week in Chicago.
GOP nominee Donald Trump told CBS News in an exclusive interview he'll "very gladly" release his medical records.
Former congressman George Santos, who was expelled from Congress in December and indicted on 23 federal charges, reached a plea agreement with prosecutors.
Antony Blinken returns to Israel at a "decisive moment" amid negotiations to secure a cease-fire with Hamas and avert a wider war.
Phil Donahue, a celebrated daytime talk show host who pioneered the television staple, died after a long illness, his publicist said in a statement.
Italy's Coast Guard says a boat sank after being hit by a storm off Sicily, leaving U.S. nationals among six people missing.
What appeared to be just shy of 10,000 people were seen on the march route—and the protest remained peaceful as it reached Park 578.
Ernesto regained hurricane strength on Sunday, forecasters said, and will continue to bring "life-threatening surf and rip current conditions" to the U.S. East Coast.
The U.S. intelligence community said it has "observed increasingly aggressive Iranian activity during this election cycle" that's targeting Americans and presidential campaigns.
Harley-Davidson said it is "saddened by the negativity on social media," but added it is dropping some DEI goals.
GOP nominee Donald Trump told CBS News in an exclusive interview he'll "very gladly" release his medical records.
Beginning next year, you won't be able to travel domestically with your state issued driver's license or ID card. Here's what you'll need instead.
Trump also shared a fabricated image of Taylor Swift that reads, "Taylor wants you to vote for Donald Trump." She has not endorsed him.
Harley-Davidson said it is "saddened by the negativity on social media," but added it is dropping some DEI goals.
To be visited during the summer of overtourism in 2024 means traffic jams, water problems and high housing prices.
Beginning next year, you won't be able to travel domestically with your state issued driver's license or ID card. Here's what you'll need instead.
Harris also wants to restore the pandemic's expanded Child Tax Credit. That could help millions of families, but cost $1.6 trillion.
Burning Man tickets are still available leading up to the arts festival, which begins Aug. 25. It's hurting businesses that cater to revelers.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and first lady Jill Biden are also scheduled to speak.
The U.S. intelligence community said it has "observed increasingly aggressive Iranian activity during this election cycle" that's targeting Americans and presidential campaigns.
GOP nominee Donald Trump told CBS News in an exclusive interview he'll "very gladly" release his medical records.
What appeared to be just shy of 10,000 people were seen on the march route—and the protest remained peaceful as it reached Park 578.
Trump also shared a fabricated image of Taylor Swift that reads, "Taylor wants you to vote for Donald Trump." She has not endorsed him.
The 43-year-old actress, who shared the news in the latest episode of her "Pod Meets World" podcast, said "learning from the experiences of others" motivated her to share the diagnosis.
As Democrats convene in Chicago, Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz together are raising the prominence of health care as a 2024 election issue.
Perdue Foods is recalling more than 167,000 pounds of frozen chicken nuggets and tenders after some customers reported finding metal wire embedded in the products.
Amid extreme heat at the Pikes Peak Air Show in Colorado Springs Saturday afternoon, around 100 people were treated for heat-related illness, 10 of whom were hospitalized, officials said.
The National Association of EMS Officials recommends "Cool First, Transport Second" for patients whose body temperature is over 104 degrees.
To be visited during the summer of overtourism in 2024 means traffic jams, water problems and high housing prices.
U.S. soldier Gordon Black was sentenced to prison in Russia for allegedly threatening and robbing a Russian woman he'd met and dated in South Korea.
The first of 2024's four consecutive supermoons, the blue moon will reach peak illumination on Monday and will shine brightly through Wednesday.
Antony Blinken returns to Israel at a "decisive moment" amid negotiations to secure a cease-fire with Hamas and avert a wider war.
10 days after a young female medic was killed in a brutal rape attack in India, her fellow doctors are refusing to work until changes are made.
The 43-year-old actress, who shared the news in the latest episode of her "Pod Meets World" podcast, said "learning from the experiences of others" motivated her to share the diagnosis.
Guitar sensation Grace Bowers, who gained fame streaming her jams on Reddit, has released her debut album "Wine on Venus" with her band "The Hodge Podge." After performing on legendary stages like the Grand Ole Opry, 18-year-old Bowers is making her mark with original music.
Phil Donahue, a celebrated daytime talk show host who pioneered the television staple, died after a long illness, his publicist said in a statement.
John Aprea landed his first break in the 1967 Steve McQueen classic "Bullitt" before landing the role of young Salvatore "Sal" Tessio in "The Godfather Part II."
His comic novels set in Florida target the darkness which can cloud the Sunshine State. Now, Hiaasen's 2013 bestseller about a failed detective, murder, and a misbehaving monkey is an Apple TV+ series starring Vince Vaughn.
Should I freeze my credit? Here's what experts say, and how to stop bad actors from accessing your file.
Artificial intelligence and misinformation remain a threat this election year. So how can you spot what's real and what's not? Darren Linvill, co-director of the Media Forensics Hub at Clemson University, joins CBS News with tips.
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.
Iran has launched a sweeping, months-long cyberattack targeting both the Democratic and Republican presidential campaigns, according to a new report by Google. Nicole Sganga has details.
Staring at an iPad screen too much may keep little kids from learning to control their emotions, a new study finds.
Before Ernesto was a hurricane, it was a tropical storm. But that's all it took to wipe out electricity for nearly all of the U.S. Virgin Islands and half of Puerto Rico. And it's not just an island problem. Extreme weather across the entire U.S. is taking a toll on infrastructure that is being used long past its life expectancy. As we get closer to Election Day, CBS Los Angeles' Marina Jurica tells us what to know about the intersection of climate and energy.
There are hundreds of data centers across the U.S., most of which are run by big tech firms, and their seemingly endless rows of servers are consuming huge amounts of electricity. Ben Tracy takes a look at how one of those companies, Google, is turning to renewable energy sources to power them.
Hurricane Ernesto is gaining strength in the Caribbean after drenching Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Now the storm is moving north into the Atlantic, where it's expected to continue strengthening as it heads toward Bermuda. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez and WCBS chief weathercaster Lonnie Quinn have more.
On July 24, a burning car was pushed over an embankment in Chico, California. Within three days, it became one of the 10 largest wildfires in state history. Within nine days, it was among the top four. Still burning at over 429,000 acres, firefighters continue to tackle the historic blaze. Using data from Cal Fire, CBS News put together an animation to show just how quickly and far the flames have spread.
There are plenty of considerations for those interested in making the investment, according to industry experts.
Former congressman George Santos, who was expelled from Congress in December and indicted on 23 federal charges, reached a plea agreement with prosecutors.
Federal prosecutors say Trayon White allegedly agreed to accept over $150,000 in exchange for steering millions of dollars in government contracts.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday signed a series of bills into law aimed at cracking down on smash and grab robberies. Elise Preston reports.
Major Ashley Henson of the Paulding County Sherriff's Office said the deputies were "ambushed."
When Bart and Krista Halderson suddenly disappeared in July 2021, their son, Chandler, alerted police. A search of a popular social media app helped lead investigators to a gruesome discovery.
The first of 2024's four consecutive supermoons, the blue moon will reach peak illumination on Monday and will shine brightly through Wednesday.
August's full moon, a rare blue moon and supermoon, is lighting up the night sky this week. Here's what time it peaks and where you should look.
CBS News spoke with the astrophotographer behind the viral photo about his mission to drive people to look at the night sky before it changes "within the period of our lifetime."
Seventy-one days after launch, NASA finally nears a decision on whether Boeing's Starliner will return to Earth with, or without, a crew.
NASA held a press briefing Wednesday and announced a decision will be coming on how the Boeing Starlink capsule crew stuck at the International Space Station will proceed with their mission in space. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser has more.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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?
The actor, recipient of a lifetime achievement Academy Award, was renowned for such films as "MASH," "Klute," "Don't Look Now," "Ordinary People," and "The Hunger Games."
At least two people have died as a result of flash flooding that hit Connecticut and other parts of the Northeast. Parts of New Jersey and New York's Long Island were also hit hard. Nikki Battiste reports.
Former President Trump is campaigning in several battleground states as the Democratic National Convention is happening in Chicago. Robert Costa discusses Trump's strategy.
Ukrainian forces say they control an area of Russia larger than Los Angeles following a shocking incursion earlier this month. Ian Lee got an inside look at how Ukraine's troops were able to enter Russia.
Six people, including two Americans, are missing after a yacht sank off the southern tip of Italy. At least one person has died.
Democratic strategist Chuck Rocha and Republican strategist Matt Gorman joined CBS News to discuss President Biden's night 1 address at the Democratic National Convention, former President Donald Trump's ongoing attacks against Vice President Kamala Harris and the current state of the 2024 presidential race.