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WorldView: Alexey Navalny update and more

Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny told supporters to take to the streets after he was arrested upon his return to Moscow. Also, Italy's prime minister is barely holding onto power, and China and the World Health Organization are coming under fire for not acting quicker to contain the COVID-19 pandemic. Meanwhile, some tennis players aren't being allowed to leave quarantine to practice for the Australian Open because passengers on their flights tested positive for the coronavirus. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM from London with those stories.

Jan 19, 2021
03:05

Australia to kill pigeon that crossed Pacific Ocean from Oregon

The pigeon has been named Joe, after the U.S. president-elect.

Jan 14, 2021

Brisbane On Three Day Lockdown As New COVID-19 Cases Confirmed

Australia locks down entire city over 1 case of new COVID variant

Brisbane, like all of Australia, had returned to virtual normality amid the southern hemisphere's summer temperatures, so it's keen to nip this problem in the bud.

Jan 8, 2021

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WorldView: Indonesia frees radical cleric

Indonesia has freed Abu Bakar Bashir, the 82-year-old radical Muslim cleric who inspired the Bali bombings in 2002 and funded a militant training camp. Also, Australia's third-largest city entered a three-day lockdown over a single new coronavirus infection, and European climate researchers announced 2020 tied 2016 as the hottest year on record. CBS News foreign correspondent Roxana Saberi joined "CBSN AM" from London with those stories.

Jan 8, 2021
03:03

A saltwater crocodile is pictured at the Australian Reptile Park Jan. 23, 2006, in Sydney, Australia.

Naked fugitive rescued from crocodile-infested waters

Police said man had cut off his electronic monitoring device last week and attempted to evade police.

Jan 6, 2021

Why Australia just changed one word in its national anthem

The second line of the anthem has been changed from "For we are young and free" to "For we are one and free."

Jan 1, 2021

The major international stories of 2020

While the world grappled with the coronavirus pandemic, 2020 also saw devastating wildfires in Australia, terror attacks in Europe, and the deadly port explosion in Beirut. CBS News' Ian Lee looks back at the international stories that shaped our world this year.

Dec 31, 2020
02:36

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WorldView: Chinese journalist sentenced

The European Union has begun distribution of Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine. Chinese citizen journalist Zhang Zhan has been sentenced to 4 years in prison for her reporting on COVID-19. Extreme weather has cost countries around the globe billions of dollars this past year. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins "CBSN AM" with a roundup of today's global headlines.

Dec 28, 2020
04:12

WorldView: UK locks down as COVID variant spreads

Europe is shutting its doors on the United Kingdom as a new coronavirus variant begins to spread around the country, creating havoc as travel between countries is stopped. In Nigeria, police have rescued more schoolchildren after a second ambush in one month. Australia is seeing a coronavirus cluster in greater Sydney, with more infections and tests. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM with today's headlines from around the world.

Dec 21, 2020
03:53

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New Zealand abuse case & more global headlines

CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee is in London with a roundup of today's global headlines, including an investigation into decades of abuses at state care institutions in New Zealand, Germany's return to COVID lockdown, and the return of China's moon lander.

Dec 16, 2020
03:03

WorldView: Nigeria attack; oil tanker blast

At least 400 students are missing after an attack on a boys school in Nigeria. Sailors were able to safely escape after an oil tanker near a port in Saudi Arabia was hit with an explosion. Indonesian police say they've arrested one of the most senior Al Qaeda-linked militants in the country. And Australia is facing cyclone-like storm damage. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins "CBSN AM" with today's global headlines.

Dec 14, 2020
02:54

First subsurface asteroid samples delivered to Earth

A capsule containing the rock samples created a stunning fireball across the sky before landing in the Australian outback on Saturday.

Dec 5, 2020

Coral Bleaching on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia

Australia's Great Barrier Reef status lowered to "critical"

The world's largest coral reef is now in "critical" condition — the most urgent designated status.

Dec 4, 2020

Koala wanders into family's home, climbs Christmas tree

It seems that everyone is trying to get into the Christmas spirit this year — even koalas.

Dec 4, 2020

Tigray leader calls for Ethiopia withdrawal

Despite Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's declaration of victory two days ago, the defiant leader of Tigray, Debretsion Gebremichael, said fighting continues on all fronts and called on Abiy to withdraw troops from the region. Also, the Chinese Embassy in Australia said politicians misread a tweet showing a digitally altered image of an Australian soldier holding a bloody knife to the throat of an Afghan child, and the U.N. said the coronavirus pandemic fueled a 40% increase in the number of people needing humanitarian assistance. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta joined "CBSN AM" from Johannesburg with a look at these global headlines.

Dec 1, 2020
03:39

Fire devastates world's largest sand island

The fire as been raging for more than six weeks and is consuming large swaths of Fraser Island's unique forests.

Dec 1, 2020

New COVID-19 restrictions are put in place worldwide

Across the world, countries are putting in place new restrictions as coronavirus cases increase. Elizabeth Palmer reports from London, where crowds are protesting lockdown measures.

Nov 29, 2020
01:52

CBS Weekend News, November 29, 2020

Millions of Thanksgiving travelers returning home amid COVID-19 surge; Americans begin early Christmas decorating after rough year

Nov 29, 2020
20:40

Tough restrictions show positive results in Europe

CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports from London on the global toll of the coronavirus pandemic.

Nov 29, 2020
02:24

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Belarus protests and more global headlines

Despite police crackdowns, protesters in Belarus took to the streets. In Turkey, 20 Saudi officials are being tried in absentia over the killing of Jamal Khashoggi. China's Chang'e-5 spacecraft is on its way to the moon. And Australia's Qantas airline says passengers will soon need proof of a COVID-19 vaccine before boarding. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM with today's global headlines.

Nov 24, 2020
03:12

Man killed by shark in popular Australia tourist spot

A couple on the beach saw thrashing in the water and rushed to drag the man to safety.

Nov 23, 2020

Australian soldiers of the Omlet-c Company fix their target prior to practice firing at their forward operating base in Mirwais, Afghanistan, Jan. 20, 2010.

Australian special forces "unlawfully killed" 39 Afghan civilians

Military chief says "patrols took the law into their own hands, rules were broken, stories concocted, lies told and prisoners killed," and the troops must face justice.

Nov 19, 2020

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Report finds Aussie soldiers killed civilians

Australia's Defense Force chief said there's credible evidence his special forces unlawfully killed at least 39 people in Afghanistan, including prisoners, farmers and civilians. Also, South Korea kicked off a special two-week coronavirus prevention period ahead of the highly competitive annual college entrance exams, and families in Colombia are searching for lost loved ones after Hurricane Iota devastated the country. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joined "CBSN AM" from London with those headlines.

Nov 19, 2020
03:06

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Global headlines from London

Fifteen Asia-Pacific countries have joined the world's largest trade bloc, excluding the U.S. Peru's interim president steps down, leaving the office vacant. The leaders of Mexico, Russia and Brazil have not yet acknowledged Joe Biden's election victory. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN from London with a selection of international headlines.

Nov 16, 2020
03:15

FILE PHOTO: Qatar Airways Airbus A380 plane is seen over Doha

Qatar may charge officials behind forced vaginal exams at airport

Refers them to prosecutors amid outrage expressed by Australian government and union workers threatening not to service Qatari planes in Sydney

Oct 30, 2020

U.S. investigating leak of classified documents on Israel's attack plans

The documents, which are marked top secret, were posted to the Telegram messaging app.

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A Boeing EA-18G Growler lands on the deck of the USS George H.W. Bush aircraft carrier in the Atlantic Ocean on Oct. 25, 2017, as the carrier strike group takes part in Operation Bold Alligator, a multinational warfare exercise hosted by the United States

Remains of crew in crashed U.S. Navy jet found, Navy says

The jet – an EA-18G Growler aircraft – was carrying two crew members when it went down during a routine training flight.

11H ago

Crowds outside a McDonald's in Bucks County ahead of former President Trump's arrival

Trump works drive-thru at McDonalds in battleground state blitz

Former President Donald Trump is hosting a town hall in Lancaster Sunday night, and Vice President Kamala Harris will be back in Chester County on Monday.

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Freed American Paul Whelan opens up about life inside a Russian labor camp

Whelan, who was arrested in Russia in 2018, got little sleep and used secret cellphones to communicate with prisoners sent to the frontlines in Ukraine.

11H ago

Israel announces imminent attacks on Hezbollah's financial arm

Israel has been carrying out a large-scale operation in northern Gaza for the last two weeks, saying Hamas has regrouped there.

7H ago

At least 7 killed, several injured in dock collapse on Georgia's Sapelo Island

Georgia authorities announced Sunday an investigation has been opened into the "catastrophic failure" of the dock gangway.

7H ago

Championship Series - Los Angeles Dodgers v New York Mets - Game 4

Dodgers beat Mets, setting up L.A.-New York World Series

The Dodgers are headed to the World Series after defeating the Mets10-5 in Game 6 of the National League Championship Series Sunday night.

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New York Liberty top Minnesota Lynx to win first WNBA championship

Jonquel Jones scored 17 points, leading the Liberty to a 67-62 win over the Lynx on Sunday for their first WNBA title.

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Helicopter crashes into radio tower in Houston, killing 4 on board, authorities say

A helicopter crashed into a radio tower near downtown Houston Sunday night, killing four people on board, including a child, fire officials said.

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John Kinsel Sr., one of the last Navajo Code Talkers, dies at 107

One of the last remaining Navajo Code Talkers who transmitted messages during World War II using the tribe's native language has died.

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Donald Trump Campaigns For President In Pennsylvania

Trump makes vulgar comments about Arnold Palmer at Pennsylvania rally

Former President Donald Trump said of golfer Arnold Palmer, "this is a guy that was all man."

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Remains of crew in crashed U.S. Navy jet found, Navy says

The jet – an EA-18G Growler aircraft – was carrying two crew members when it went down during a routine training flight.

11H ago

Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 20, 2024

On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Raphael Warnock and Paul Whelan join Margaret Brennan.

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Boeing workers to vote next week on a new proposal that could end strike

The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers said early Saturday that it plans to hold a ratification vote on Wednesday that could end the Boeing strike.

Oct 19

Mail carriers reach tentative contract with USPS

Letter deliverers have been working without a contract since May 2023.

Oct 19

Kellogg Co. Products Ahead Of Earnings Figures

Frozen waffles sold at Walmart and other stores recalled over listeria

The frozen waffles, made by Treehouse Foods, were sold under store brands including Walmart's Great Value and Target's Good and Gather.

Oct 18

What to know about filing an insurance claim after a hurricane

Navigating the insurance process after a natural disaster damages your home can be daunting. Here are some key tips.

Oct 18

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Trump says he'd hire a 78-year-old CEO. There aren't many of them.

Donald Trump said he'd appoint a CEO who is 78, his own age. But chief executives of top companies who are his age or older are rare.

Oct 18

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Trump makes vulgar comments about Arnold Palmer at Pennsylvania rally

Former President Donald Trump said of golfer Arnold Palmer, "this is a guy that was all man."

7H ago

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On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Raphael Warnock and Paul Whelan join Margaret Brennan.

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Michigan Secretary of State: Bad actors trying to "hack voters' minds"

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson warned Sunday of efforts by bad actors to "hack voters' minds" to spread misinformation ahead of Election Day.

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Transcript: Rep. Mike Lawler on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 20, 2024

The following is a transcript of an interview with Rep. Mike Lawler, Republican of New York, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Oct. 20, 2024.

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A dog tore off her upper lip. Five surgeries later, she's a voice for others.

Brooklinn Khoury was 20 years old when a family member's pet launched at her face and bit off her upper lip.

Oct 19

Harris asks if Trump is "fit to do the job," highlighting health questions

"If he's exhausted being on the campaign trail, is he fit to do the job?" Harris asked as Trump refuses to release detailed medical records.

Oct 18

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Unusual surge of "walking pneumonia" reported in kids this year

The worst rates of the infection known as "walking pneumonia" or "white lung pneumonia" are in young children ages 2 to 4 years old.

Oct 18

U.S. boosts passenger screening as Marburg and mpox viruses spread

Rwanda says it's gaining control of a Marburg outbreak, but U.S. authorities are taking no chances as another killer virus spreads fast.

Oct 18

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Postpartum mental health care still out of reach for many

Among new mothers in the U.S., 1 in 8 suffer from postpartum depression, according to the CDC.

Oct 17

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Thousands of migrants leave southern Mexico for the U.S.

A group of about 2,000 migrants left Mexico's southern border Sunday in hopes of ultimately reaching the United States.

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Tasmanian tiger de-extinction research advances

Colossal Biosciences says it's made a breakthrough toward the de-extinction of the thylacine, or Tasmanian tiger.

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U.S. investigating leak of classified documents on Israel's attack plans

The documents, which are marked top secret, were posted to the Telegram messaging app.

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Many Cubans still waiting for power to return after days of blackout

Many Cubans are waiting in anguish as electricity on much of the island has yet to be totally restored after days of blackout.

14H ago

Freed American Paul Whelan opens up about life inside a Russian labor camp

Paul Whelan, who was arrested in Russia in 2018, got little sleep and used secret cellphones to communicate with prisoners sent to the frontlines in Ukraine.

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"Rhapsody in Blue" turns 100

This year, musicians all over the world, from Carnegie Hall to the Hollywood Bowl, are celebrating the 100th birthday of George Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue." Correspondent David Pogue looks into the history of Gershwin's first major work, a piece that melded jazz, classical and orchestral music, and became a fixture of American culture.

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Damon Wayans on "Poppa's House"

Like father, like son: Damon Wayans is starring with Damon Wayans Jr. in the new comedy series "Poppa's House" – the latest family affair for a comedian who has built a career working with his talented and hilarious relatives.

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Damon Wayans on "Poppa's House"

Like father, like son: Damon Wayans is starring with Damon Wayans Jr. in the new comedy series "Poppa's House." It's the latest family affair for a comedian who has built a career working with his talented siblings Keenan, Shawn, Marlon and Kim, son Michael, and nephews Damien and Craig. Damon talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about his journey from working in the Paramount Studio mailroom, to creating edgy characters in movies and TV.

17H ago
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Keri Russell pulls back the curtain on "The Diplomat"

Keri Russell, who played a Russian spy in "The Americans," is now on the frontlines of geopolitics in "The Diplomat," playing the U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom. Join "Sunday Morning" on the set of the hit Netflix series.

17H ago

Alec Baldwin returns to "Saturday Night Live" for cold open skit

The cold open skit marked Baldwin's return to the comedy sketch show after the "Rust" involuntary manslaughter case was dismissed in July 2024.

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Drone sightings spark security concerns

Gordon Lubold from The Wall Street Journal joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the rise in drone activity over restricted U.S. military airspaces.

Oct 18
05:35

Social media's impact in the 2024 election

Dr. Marcus Collins, author of "For the Culture," joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the influence of social media on voter decision-making. With 19 days left in the race, a CBS News poll reveals more than 20% of voters frequently use social platforms to stay informed.

Oct 17
04:44

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.

Mar 28
03:27

Changes for iPad minis and Amazon Kindles

Just ahead of the holiday shopping rush, Apple is giving iPad minis their first update in years while Amazon is offering a new line of Kindle e-readers. CNET editor-at-large Scott Stein joined CBS News to discuss the devices.

Oct 17
02:40

2 Sudanese brothers charged with running cyberattack-for-hire gang

Two Sudanese brothers are charged with running "Anonymous Sudan," one of the most prolific cyberattack-for-hire gangs of all time.

Oct 16

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Tasmanian tiger de-extinction research advances

Colossal Biosciences says it's made a breakthrough toward the de-extinction of the thylacine, or Tasmanian tiger.

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NOAA predicting warmer than average winter

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration published its winter outlook for this coming December, January and February. Experts anticipate warmer-than-average temperatures for much of the country. CBS News Sacramento meteorologist Tracy Humphrey joins to discuss.

Oct 18
02:58

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Helene, Milton losses expected to surpass "truly historic" $50 billion each

Hurricanes Helene and Milton caused so much complex havoc that damages totals are likely join the infamous ranks of Katrina, Sandy and Harvey as super costly $50-billion-plus killers, experts say.

Oct 17

Supreme Court allows EPA emission limits

On Wednesday, the Supreme Court said it will allow the Environmental Protection Agency to enforce new greenhouse gas emissions limits for power plants. Michael Gerrard, a professor at Columbia Climate School, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.

Oct 16
04:15

Mysterious white blobs washing up on Canadian beaches stump experts

White blobs of "a mystery substance" dotting beaches across Canada's far northeast Newfoundland and Labrador province spark an investigation.

Oct 16

Crime

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Unconventional relationship holds answers to violent Florida murder

Investigators were puzzled when the beaten body of an unidentified woman was found dumped near a Florida highway. The next day, a bloody motel room was discovered. Were the crime scenes connected?

Oct 20

Husband of woman murdered with an ax convicted 40 years after her death

In 1982, Cathy Krauseneck, a young mother, was killed in her bed – an ax lodged in her head. Investigators believe the crime scene was staged to look like a burglary to cover up the real crime – the intentional murder of Cathy by her husband.

Oct 20

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Delphi murder trial continues with testimony of search for missing girls

Richard Allen stands accused of killing the girls, Abby Williams and Libby German, in 2017.

Oct 19

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Chicago group works to reduce crime, violence

As the presidential election nears, the issue of crime is weighing on the minds of voters. A CBS News poll taken earlier this year found 63% of voters said crime would be a factor in who they vote for, despite FBI data showing reported violent crime fell in 2023. In Chicago, a group of women is trying to continue to lower crime rates end the cycle of violence in the city.

Oct 19
03:25

Delphi murders trial begins in Indiana

Disturbing new details and heart-wrenching testimony were given during the first day of the Delphi murders trial. Prosecutors revealed how Abby Williams, 13, and Libby German, 14, were killed on a hiking trail more than seven years ago. Here's what to know about the case.

Oct 19
02:31

Space

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NASA's hopes for Europa Clipper mission

NASA's solar-powered Europa Clipper took off Monday from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The spacecraft is projected to reach Jupiter by April 2030 and will study one of the planet's moons. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood explains what scientists are hoping to accomplish with the mission.

Oct 14
04:37

NASA launches Europa Clipper

NASA successfully launched the Europa Clipper spacecraft Monday toward Jupiter where it will monitor a moon for potential habitable qualities. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more on the spacecraft expected to near Jupiter's moon Europa around April 2030.

Oct 14
05:17

SpaceX launching probe toward Jupiter

A multi-billion dollar space mission launching Monday may reveal more about an icy moon circling planet Jupiter. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.

Oct 14
03:30

SpaceX launches, recovers powerful rocket

SpaceX launched its most powerful rocket ever built and then flew its first stage booster back to the launch pad where giant metal arms called "chopsticks" grabbed it, just seven minutes after lifting off in Boca Chica, Texas. The uncrewed test flight is a new milestone in SpaceX's vision of developing a fully reusable rocket to return astronauts to the moon and beyond.

Oct 14
02:06

NASA launches probe to study Jupiter's icy moon Europa

The ambitious mission won't actually look for life on Jupiter's moon Europa, but it should find out if the presumed ocean provides a habitable environment.

Oct 14

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Damon Wayans on "Poppa's House"

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