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Ash Carter describes U.S. military of the future
The defense secretary signaled his early support for expanded maternity leave, women serving in combat jobs, and smarter military technology
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The defense secretary signaled his early support for expanded maternity leave, women serving in combat jobs, and smarter military technology
Pentagon chief Ash Carter says America's NATO partner should take part in airstrikes and control its border
The Defense Department is looking at prisons in Kansas and South Carolina as part of the push to close the Cuban detention facility
But Army Gen. Martin Dempsey says it does not address other concerns about Tehran's regional activities
Defense Secretary Ash Carter made a surprise visit to Baghdad on Thursday to survey the threat from ISIS in the region. CBS News senior national security consultant Juan Zarate spoke to CBSN about the visit.
Defense chief didn't pull punches when Iraqi army showed "no will to fight" for Ramadi, now he wants to see if they're ready to take it back
Israelis welcome defense chief, thank him for U.S. contributions to security in wake of Iran nuclear deal that has Jewish state on edge
The Defense Secretary said the U.S. reserves the right to use force to ensure the security of its mideast allies if necessary
The president commented on the four Marines who were killed by a lone gunman in Chattanooga Thursday
After the expected announcement, officials will take several months to analyze the policy change
Obama says fight against ISIS depends on local support, but effort to support moderate Syrians has fallen short so far
Defense Secretary Ash Carter tells CBS News' Margaret Brennan that finding Syrians who want to fight ISIS - rather than the Syrian regime - is difficult
The U.S. military is pledging weapons, aircraft and commandos as part of a new rapid reaction force in Europe. Defense Secretary Ashton Carter is detailing the commitment to counter Russian aggression and the threat from ISIS. He is meeting with his NATO counterparts in Europe. Carter sat down with Margaret Brennan in an interview you'll see only on "CBS This Morning."
Defense chief Ash Carter tells CBS News that America will bolster NATO's deterrent force with military muscle
U.S. defense chief, planning "strong but balanced" response to Russia with NATO allies, says there was "no need" for Putin to tout new missile plans
On trip to Europe, Ashton Carter says allies must bolster defenses to deter Russian aggression, but also work with Moscow on key issues
The defense secretary and joint chiefs of staff chairman testified before Congress about the U.S. policy in the Middle East
The building of artificial islands have caught the attention of Ash Carter because of potential Chinese military buildup
Vice President Joe Biden says the U.S. will stand with Iraq in its fight against ISIS. He telephoned Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi Monday, praising Iraqi forces for their "sacrifice and bravery." On Sunday, Defense Secretary Ashton Carter said the Iraqi troops showed "no will to fight." CBS News national security analyst Juan Zarate joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the status of the fight against ISIS.
PM al-Abadi says harsh critique from American defense chief "surprised" him, and vows ISIS will be out in "days"
Takeover of Ramadi by smaller ISIS force shows poor fighting spirit, U.S. defense secretary says; Iraqi official blasts U.S. assistance
Defense Secretary Ash Carter offers unusually blunt assessment of the Europeans' defense efforts
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that former President Donald Trump is entitled to immunity from federal prosecution for official actions he took while in office.
Steve Bannon had to report to prison after the Supreme Court rejected his plea to stay out.
Forecasters warned that Hurricane Beryl would bring "extremely dangerous" conditions.
Border Patrol processed approximately 84,000 migrants in June, the lowest monthly level since President Biden took office.
The Supreme Court was reviewing the constitutionality of laws regulating social media companies from Texas and Florida.
Israeli forces had detained Al-Shifa hospital boss Mohammed Abu Selmia and said Hamas was using the facility as a commander center.
After the debate prompted concern among Democrats about President Biden's fitness for a second term, his campaign is pushing forward and his family is encouraging him to stay in the race.
More than 300 medicines are in short supply, including treatments for the side effects of chemotherapy, which can hugely affect a patient's recovery. Here's how.
Hurricane Beryl is the first storm on record to reach a powerful Category 4 this early in the season.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that former presidents are entitled to immunity from federal prosecution for official acts. Here's what that means for former President Donald Trump.
House Republicans want audio recordings of President Biden's interview with special counsel Robert Hur as part of their impeachment inquiry.
Steve Bannon had to report to prison after the Supreme Court rejected his plea to stay out.
Wells Fargo tests dozens of burrito bowls from Chipotle Mexican Grill amid social media complaints about skimpy servings.
The meme-stock investor bought more than 9 million shares of the online pet supply company, causing its stock to surge.
Wells Fargo tests dozens of burrito bowls from Chipotle Mexican Grill amid social media complaints about skimpy servings.
The meme-stock investor bought more than 9 million shares of the online pet supply company, causing its stock to surge.
Fallout from ransomware attack continues to affect car dealerships as CDK Global gradually restores service.
Boeing announced plans to buy back the bulk of supplier Spirit AeroSystems for $4.7 billion, and Airbus said it would purchase Spirit operations related to the European aerospace giant.
Living comfortably means being able to pay all bills, afford a handful of wants and be able to save for the future.
After the debate prompted concern among Democrats about President Biden's fitness for a second term, his campaign is pushing forward and his family is encouraging him to stay in the race.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that former presidents are entitled to immunity from federal prosecution for official acts. Here's what that means for former President Donald Trump.
House Republicans want audio recordings of President Biden's interview with special counsel Robert Hur as part of their impeachment inquiry.
Steve Bannon had to report to prison after the Supreme Court rejected his plea to stay out.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that former President Donald Trump is entitled to immunity from federal prosecution for official actions he took while in office.
More than 300 medicines are in short supply, including treatments for the side effects of chemotherapy, which can hugely affect a patient's recovery. Here's how.
Public health officials came armed with a serious message for Pride Month: Get vaccinated against mpox.
Does wearing a face mask help to prevent COVID? Four years after the pandemic began, here's what scientists have learned.
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook talks with experts about the distinctions between normal and abnormal aging as it affects memory issues, a workforce continuing beyond traditional retirement age, and the testing of surgeons who currently work without age limits. (This story was originally broadcast on February 18, 2024.)
Less than 100 intestinal transplants were done in 2023. For Danielle Perea, the surgery was her only chance.
Pope Francis has formally signed off on the canonization of Carlo Acutis, who will become the first-ever saint from the millennial generation.
Israeli forces had detained Al-Shifa hospital boss Mohammed Abu Selmia and said Hamas was using the facility as a commander center.
It was "f---ing mind-blowing," the "Back to the Future" actor posted about his appearance with the band at the Glastonbury Festival.
First-round French election results show massive gains for far-right, drawing a warning of a possible "very dangerous" outcome for Europe.
The Netherlands Volleyball Federation says Steven van de Velde has shown "self-insight and reflection" since his 2016 conviction for raping a 12-year-old.
In a surprise appearance, Michael J. Fox joined Coldplay at the Glastonbury Festival in England on Saturday. Frontman Chris Martin introduced the actor, who joined in on the songs "Fix You" and "Humankind."
Construction engineer Joey Chestnut found his true calling when he became a competitive eater; he would go on to win the Nathan's Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest at Coney Island 16 times since 2007. In this profile that originally aired on "CBS Sunday Morning" on July 4, 2010, correspondent Bill Geist talks with Chestnut about what he would (or would not) eat; with Joey's mother, Alicia, about his childhood love of hot dogs and macaroni & cheese; and with George Shea, chairman of Major League Eating, who calls Chestnut "the greatest eater in history."
It was "f---ing mind-blowing," the "Back to the Future" actor posted about his appearance with the band at the Glastonbury Festival.
Legendary rapper Flavor Flav has signed on as the hype man for USA Water Polo for its women's Olympic team. His role as an official hype man includes multiple appearances annually at USA Water Polo events and exclusive social media collaborations. Flavor Flav and Maggie Steffens, U.S. women's water polo captain, join "CBS Mornings" to talk about their collaboration.
Will Smith made a return to the stage at the BET Awards, performing his new single "You Can Make It," which alludes to redemption. It's the rapper's first new music release in seven years as he tries to comeback from the infamous Oscar slap two years ago. Meanwhile, Usher was honored at the show with the lifetime achievement award.
The meme-stock investor bought more than 9 million shares of the online pet supply company, causing its stock to surge.
This week marks 50 years since the debut of the barcode, those machine-readable black stripes that have changed many aspects of modern life. Bradley Blackburn looks back at its history.
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.
Three major mobile carriers say customers abroad can't make phone calls, send messages.
Recall involves about 132,000 units due to lithium-ion batteries that can overheat, with $20,000 in property damage reported.
The United States is now the world's leading exporter of liquified natural gas, or LNG, after the country tripled its output in the past six years, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Some environmentalists say this is defeating the Biden administration's goals of weaning us off fossil fuels to avert climate change-driven catastrophe in the future.
Called 2024 MK, the space rock will make its closest approach to Earth on Saturday.
Scientists are racing to figure out what's causing strange behavior and even deaths among fish, including the endangered sawfish. The phenomenon started in the Florida Keys, but has been seen as far north as Tampa.
South Africa is home to a large majority of the world's rhinos and as such is a hot spot for poaching driven by demand from Asia.
New research paints a worrying picture about the state of polar bears in Canada's Hudson Bay. The big furry bears could go extinct in the region as early as the 2030s due to thinning ice, longer ice-free seasons and human activity leading to climate change. Geoffrey York, one of the study's co-authors, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
The judge warned defense lawyers last week that telling jurors alleged details about Nadine Menendez's ex-boyfriend risks turning the trial "into a soap opera."
A murky law involving emergency protection orders leads to some judges allowing domestic abusers to keep their weapons.
Family of victim shares new details of their own investigation into what happened the night of the November 2022 murders of four University of Idaho college students and the case against suspect Bryan Kohberger.
Alabama college student Aniah Blanchard vanished without a trace in October 2019 — and it took more than a month before her family learned what happened to her.
Police fatally shot a 13-year-old boy late Friday night following a chase in Utica, New York, after the teen displayed what turned out to be a replica handgun, authorities said. Michael George has the latest.
The problem for NASA and Boeing is that the Starliner's service module is discarded before re-entry and burns up in the atmosphere.
The latest GOES satellite will play a critical role in tracking hurricanes and other dangerous storms across North America.
China's Chang'e 6 is the first craft ever to collect soil and rock samples from the side of the moon that faces away from Earth into space.
NASA has again postponed the troubled Boeing Starliner's trip home from the International Space Station as crews assess a series of helium leaks. Those leaks had also delayed the first crewed launch of the ship multiple times. Mark Strassmann reports.
NASA canceled a spacewalk on Monday due to a leaky spacesuit. And Starliner commander Barry "Butch" Wilmore and co-pilot Sunita Williams will remain at the International Space Station longer than planned after NASA and Boeing delayed the capsule's return to Earth. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks down the issues the astronauts are navigating in space.
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 back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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."
The Illinois mom wrote, "If something ever happens to me, please make sure the number one person of interest is Tim." Take a look at the evidence that led to Tim Bliefnick's arrest.
Steve Bannon, who served as a strategist for former President Donald Trump, reported to federal prison in Danbury, Connecticut, on Monday to serve a four-month sentence for defying a House committee subpoena related to the attack on the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. CBS News' Nikki Battiste reports.
In a surprise appearance, Michael J. Fox joined Coldplay at the Glastonbury Festival in England on Saturday. Frontman Chris Martin introduced the actor, who joined in on the songs "Fix You" and "Humankind."
Simone Biles was again crowned all-around champion at the U.S. Olympic gymnastics trials over the weekend as her quest for gold continues after dropping out of most of her events in Tokyo three years ago. Les Carpenter, an Olympics reporter for The Washington Post, joined CBS News to discuss Biles and other noteworthy Olympics news.
The United States is now the world's leading exporter of liquified natural gas, or LNG, after the country tripled its output in the past six years, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Some environmentalists say this is defeating the Biden administration's goals of weaning us off fossil fuels to avert climate change-driven catastrophe in the future.
Pharmacists are sounding the alarm as more than 300 medicines, including treatments for the side effects of chemotherapy, are in short supply. CBS News' Skyler Henry learned how the shortages can make or break a patient's recovery.