U.K. health chief caught on camera in COVID-rule-breaking tryst
Health Secretary Matt Hancock was already under fire after messages in which PM Boris Johnson called him "useless," but he appears to be hanging onto his job.
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London Calling: U.K. delays reopening
While most U.S. states are fully reopening, the U.K. is pushing back its so-called Freedom Day. CBS News contributor Simon Bates explores the decision in this week's London Calling. (Bates' opinions are his own and don't necessarily reflect those of CBSN.)
U.S. & U.K. leaders discuss Harry Dunn case
President Biden and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson sat down Thursday and discussed a variety of topics, including the 2019 death of British teen Harry Dunn in a crash with the wife of an American diplomat. She claimed diplomatic immunity and returned to the U.S., but many in the U.K. are still searching for justice. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joins CBSN with more.
G-7 summit kicks off in England
President Biden is meeting with world leaders in England for the G-7 summit on Friday. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM to talk about a new COVID vaccine donation plan, global tax rates, and other issues on their agenda.
Biden on helping global COVID vaccine effort
President Biden formally announced Thursday that the U.S. would be purchasing 500 million doses of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine to donate to 100 countries over the next year. The announcement was made during the first full day of his overseas trip. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Biden's plan to donate COVID vaccines
President Biden is in the U.K., where he's announcing a plan to donate 500 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine to lower-income countries over the next year. CBS News’ Skyler Henry has more on the president's first trip overseas since taking office, and CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini joins CBSN to discuss what comes next.
Biden announcing new global vaccine effort
President Biden is announcing plans to donate 500 million COVID vaccine doses to lower-income countries, ahead of a meeting with other world leaders at the G7 summit. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN to discuss what to expect in these talks.
Biden begins Europe trip in U.K.
President Biden is meeting with British Pime Minister Boris Johnson today as he begins his first foreign trip since taking office. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN AM to talk about the trip.
Biden heads to Europe for G-7 summit
President Biden is making his first international trip since taking office, traveling to Europe for the G-7 summit and a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports on the president's plans, and then Scott Lucas, editor of EA WorldView, professor emeritus at the University of Birmingham and and associate at the Clinton Institute at University College Dublin, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more on what to expect.
Boris Johnson and Carrie Symonds marry
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has married his fiancée, Carrie Symonds, in a small private ceremony on Saturday at the Roman Catholic Westminster Cathedral in front of a small group of friends and family. CBSN's Lana Zak reports.
Britain's Boris Johnson under fire
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson facing an investigation into the use of donor funds and allegations over comments made at the height of the coronavirus pandemic last fall. CBS News contributor Simon Bates has more.
London Calling: Brexit still a headache for U.K.
The United Kingdom formally left the European Union on January 31, 2020, and signed a trade deal with the bloc just before New Year's. Why then, asks CBS News contributor Simon Bates, does it feel like Brexit never ended? Note: Simon Bates' opinions are his own and do not necessarily reflect those of ViacomCBS or its subsidiaries.
WorldView: Malaysia halts Myanmar deportations
A Malaysian court has temporarily halted deporting 1,200 Myanmar nationals after a military coup in their homeland. Canada joins the U.S. in declaring China's treatment of its Muslim Uighur minority population a genocide. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM to discuss these stories and more international news headlines.
U.K. to embark on "cautious" reopening plan
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Sunday that every adult in the country should get the first coronavirus vaccine by July 31.
Vaccine distribution highlights global inequality
The U.K. has one of the highest vaccination rates globally, but coronavirus vaccines are falling short in other countries as deaths are rising sharply. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
Full Interview: UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson on "Face the Nation"
The British Prime Minister speaks with Margaret Brennan in an exclusive conversation on COVID-19 and the UK-US relationship.
British PM Boris Johnson welcomes "incredibly encouraging" Biden moves
Johnson said in recent weeks, there have been "important developments" on issues like climate change, NATO and Iran.
Transcript: Boris Johnson on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson that aired Sunday, February 14, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Open: This is "Face the Nation," February 14
Today on "Face the Nation," the Senate impeachment trial of the former president charged with inciting insurrection ended exactly as predicted.
2/14: Face The Nation
This week on "Face the Nation": The Senate impeachment trial of former President Trump charged with inciting insurrection ended exactly as predicted.
Novavax vaccine, China-Taiwan & more headlines
Novavax has announced that its coronavirus vaccine is nearly 90% effective and also works against the more contagious variant discovered in the U.K. And China has warned Taiwan that any move towards independence will mean war. CBS News' Ian Lee joins Anne-Marie Green on "CBSN AM" with those and other headlines from around the world.
E.U. and U.K. tensions rise over vaccine supply
The United Kingdom has become the first European country to surpass 100,000 coronavirus deaths as shortfalls from European vaccine manufacturers pits the country against the European Union for the supply. The E.U. is threatening to prevent companies like Pfizer and AstraZeneca from exporting any vaccine orders until its own citizens receive doses, which also creates issues for developing nations in dire need of vaccinations. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Europe employs strict measures to curb COVID spread
Strict new lockdown measures are sparking backlash in Europe as countries seek to stem the spread of a mutant variant of the virus first identified in the U.K. Charlie D'Agata reports.
U.K. prime minister warns new COVID variant is more deadly
CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports from London on the global impacts of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
U.K. tackles "disgraceful" free school meals after soccer star's tweets
"We MUST do better. This is 2021," the Manchester United star said.
Helene slams Southeast, leaving over 40 dead and millions without power
Millions of customers in several states were in the dark as Helene moved inland from the Big Bend area of Florida's Gulf Coast.
U.S. charges 3 Iranian hackers who allegedly targeted Trump campaign
Federal prosecutors have charged three Iranian hackers for allegedly targeting members of former President Donald Trump's presidential campaign as part of a "wide-ranging" cyber scheme.
Maggie Smith, "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey" actress, has died
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
How the VP debate rules will work for the Walz-Vance 2024 showdown
Here are the rules of the CBS News vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz.
USDA had cut back on listeria testing, ahead of deadly Boar's Head outbreak
Officials claim the changes "had no bearing" on Boar's Head's now-shuttered plant.
Hurricane Helene videos show massive flooding and rescue efforts
City officials shared clips of boats slammed into homes and a residence burning amid the floodwaters as they conducted water rescue operations.
Deadly strikes in Lebanon go on as Netanyahu shifts tone on cease-fire
Israel's leader softens his stance on a U.S.-backed cease-fire proposal with Hezbollah, but deadly strikes in Lebanon continue as he addresses the U.N.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams pleads not guilty to federal bribery charges
Indicted NYC Mayor Eric Adams pleaded not guilty to federal bribery and campaign finance charges at his arraignment Friday.
Alcohol can increase your cancer risk. Here's what experts want you to know.
Many Americans are unaware of the connection between drinking and cancer risk, despite growing research that points to the negative health impacts of alcohol.
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Southwest is renovating its cabins. Here's what the planes will look like.
Bigger bins and premium-priced seating with added legroom are just some of the changes the carrier is betting will win over customers.
Dozens airlifted from Tennessee hospital roof amid flooding
Authorities have successfully airlifted over 50 people stranded by fast-moving flood waters from the roof of a hospital in Erwin, in eastern Tennessee.
Hurricane Helene hits homeowners already facing soaring insurance costs
Rising Florida home insurance rates, which surged 45% from 2017 to 2022, are likely to keep climbing along with the mercury, experts say.
Crew Dragon set for first Cape Canaveral launch to space station
A NASA astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut will join the Starliner astronauts for a normal tour of duty
7 people killed in fiery car crash in North Carolina, troopers say
The car attempted to make a pass on a two-lane road and struck two other vehicles, the state Highway Patrol said Friday.
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Southwest is renovating its cabins. Here's what the planes will look like.
Bigger bins and premium-priced seating with added legroom are just some of the changes the carrier is betting will win over customers.
Hurricane Helene hits homeowners already facing soaring insurance costs
Rising Florida home insurance rates, which surged 45% from 2017 to 2022, are likely to keep climbing along with the mercury, experts say.
Amazon, Walmart still sell older dressers that pose tip-over risk, CR finds
Loophole in law means potentially deadly furniture is still being sold by major retailers, advocacy group cautions.
Key U.S. inflation gauge shows prices continued cooling in August
Grocery costs barely rose last month, according to Friday's report, and energy costs dropped 0.8%, led by cheaper gasoline.
White House urges dockworkers and East Coast ports to avoid strike
A government task force is ready to help minimize supply-chain disruptions in case of a prolonged East Coast port strike, Biden administration says
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Supreme Court denies RFK Jr.'s bid to be reinstated to New York ballot
Despite suspending his campaign, the independent presidential candidate was fighting to have his name restored to the state's ballot.
How the VP debate rules will work for the Walz-Vance 2024 showdown
Here are the rules of the CBS News vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz.
Key U.S. inflation gauge shows prices continued cooling in August
Grocery costs barely rose last month, according to Friday's report, and energy costs dropped 0.8%, led by cheaper gasoline.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams pleads not guilty to federal bribery charges
Indicted NYC Mayor Eric Adams pleaded not guilty to federal bribery and campaign finance charges at his arraignment Friday.
Michigan will remain competitive until Election Day, Rep. Debbie Dingell predicts
"I don't think we know who's going to win Michigan yet," Rep. Debbie Dingell told chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett on "The Takeout" podcast.
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Amazon, Walmart still sell older dressers that pose tip-over risk, CR finds
Loophole in law means potentially deadly furniture is still being sold by major retailers, advocacy group cautions.
USDA had cut back on listeria testing, ahead of deadly Boar's Head outbreak
Officials claim the changes "had no bearing" on Boar's Head's now-shuttered plant.
Alcohol can increase your cancer risk. Here's what experts want you to know.
Many Americans are unaware of the connection between drinking and cancer risk, despite growing research that points to the negative health impacts of alcohol.
Gov. Newsom signs law to shed light on newborn DNA storage, prompted by 10-year CBS News California investigation
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
Boar's Head plants nationwide now part of law enforcement investigation, USDA says
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
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50 "exceptionally well-preserved" Viking skeletons unearthed in Denmark
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
Israel says it struck Hezbollah's headquarters in huge blast in Beirut
The Israeli military says it struck the central headquarters of Hezbollah in Beirut, and sources told The Associated Press that Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah was the target.
Hurricane Isaac strengthens, Tropical Storm Joyce forms in the Atlantic
There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect for either storm however, the waves from Issac could cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions in the Azores
Van Gogh paintings vandalized after activists sentenced in similar incident
In October 2022, Phoebe Plummer and Anna Holland threw two cans of Heinz tomato soup over the artwork at London's National Gallery.
Ex-intelligence chief jailed for "aggravated torture" of journalist
Enrique Ariza was convicted of "persecution, harassment" and other crimes against Claudia Julieta Duque, the prosecutor's office said.
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Preview: Chris Martin and Jonny Buckland of Coldplay
In this preview of an interview to be broadcast on "CBS Sunday Morning" September 29, correspondent Anthony Mason talks with Chris Martin and Jonny Buckland of the rock band Coldplay about their massively-successful world tour.
Recipe: Ina Garten's Fresh Whiskey Sours
A simple cocktail recipe, from the author of the New York Times bestseller, "Barefoot Contessa at Home."
Naomi Campbell banned from running U.K. charity over "serious misconduct"
U.K. regulators found "serious misconduct" by Naomi Campbell's Fashion for Relief charity, disqualifying her from running a charity in Britain for five years.
Maggie Smith, "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey" actress, has died at 89
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
"CBS Mornings Plus" debuts third hour of live coverage on Monday, Sept. 30
Tony Dokoupil and Adriana Diaz co-host "CBS Mornings Plus," airing weekdays on CBS-owned stations in Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Detroit and Miami, and streaming on CBS News 24/7.
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Top staff leave OpenAI amid for-profit push
Top U.S. artificial intelligence startup OpenAI took a hit Thursday after three of its top executives exited the company. The departures come as CEO Sam Altman is reportedly preparing to turn OpenAI into a traditional for-profit company. Connie Guglielmo, senior vice president focused on AI edit strategy for CNET, joins CBS News to examine the future of the startup.
Super Micro Computer shares plunge on report of federal probe
Super Micro Computer's stock price fell sharply after the Wall Street Journal reported the company faces a federal investigation.
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.
Here are the celebrity voices Meta now uses for its AI chatbots
Meta AI will talk to you in the voice of a handful of celebrities, Mark Zuckerberg announced today.
Bieber song about "'Diddy' party" is likely AI-generated, researchers say
CBS News found the song has been used in more than 4,500 TikTok videos alone, with some users believing it's a song released by Bieber.
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50 "exceptionally well-preserved" Viking skeletons unearthed in Denmark
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
How the 2015 Paris Agreement came together
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.
Climate change views in Florida and Texas
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.
Why are houses collapsing on Outer Banks?
Three houses have collapsed into the ocean in Rodanthe, North Carolina, in less than a week — and they're likely not the last. Here's why.
California officials on climate change laws
President Biden touted his administration's climate progress at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday. But in California, lawmakers have often been ahead of the federal government's climate policy, although they are not always aligned. CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts has more.
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Eric Adams pleads not guilty
New York City Mayor Eric Adams appeared in court Friday and pleaded not guilty to federal charges against him. CBS News' Nikki Battiste was in court while the Adams' arraignment took place.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams arraigned
New York City Mayor Eric Adams was arraigned Friday, a day after a federal indictment outlined alleged crimes Adams carried out involving a foreign government. CBS News' Nikki Battiste was in court.
Ex-intelligence chief jailed for "aggravated torture" of journalist
Enrique Ariza was convicted of "persecution, harassment" and other crimes against Claudia Julieta Duque, the prosecutor's office said.
Eric Adams set to be arraigned
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is set to be arraigned Friday on federal charges that include bribery, conspiracy and campaign finance charges. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Dryer cycle becomes key clue at the scene of an Idaho mother's death
Investigators say the suspicious timing of doing a load of laundry and a call to 911 focused their attention on a former state trooper and his potential role in his wife's death.
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Crew Dragon set for first Cape Canaveral launch to space station
A NASA astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut will join the Starliner astronauts for a normal tour of duty
2 cosmonauts, NASA astronaut return to Earth after marathon mission
The Soyuz landing in Kazakhstan sets the stage for launch of a SpaceX Crew Dragon flight to the space station Thursday.
"Mini-moon" to temporarily orbit Earth
For the next two months, Earth will have a "mini-moon" when a small asteroid temporarily orbits the planet. Scientists say the asteroid, which is only 33 feet long, will enter Earth's gravity in a horseshoe orbit September 29 before leaving on November 25. Most people won't get a glimpse of this mini-moon though, it's too small to see without professional equipment.
Earth will get a second moon for nearly 57 days this year
The asteroid was discovered in August and is set to become a mini-moon, spinning around Earth in a horseshoe shape for about two months.
NASA's "Hidden Figures" honored in Congressional Gold Medal ceremony
NASA's "Hidden Figures," whose work helped put men on the moon, were honored Wednesday in a Congressional Gold Medal ceremony.
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Blinken on Israeli strike in Beirut and more
Hezbollah says it is launching retaliatory rockets into northern Israel following Israel's largest round of airstrikes to date in Beirut on Friday. The Israeli military says it struck Hezbollah's headquarters in the southern part of the city. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken addressed the attack and other global issues while speaking to reporters in New York City.
After the Hurricane | Sunday on 60 Minutes
After a year-long investigation, Sharyn Alfonsi reveals how an estimated 50,000 homeowners affected by Hurricane Ian are still fighting with their insurance companies to repair their homes. Alfonsi interviews insurance insiders and whistleblowers who say several insurance carriers were in some cases using materially altered damage reports which resulted in dramatically lower claim payouts. 60 Minutes, Sunday.
Iran hackers targeted Trump, U.S. says
Three Iranian hackers are being accused of targeting former President Donald Trump's presidential campaign. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more on the unsealed indictment.
Mayor of Columbus, Georgia, on Helene fallout
Tropical Depression Helene is moving north through Georgia and the Carolinas. Flash flood warnings are in effect across the Peach State, with some areas potentially seeing up to eight inches of rain by Friday night. Skip Henderson, mayor of Columbus, Georgia, joins CBS News to discuss how the storm is impacting his community.
Helene sends trees tumbling into homes
Portions of Florida and Georgia are underwater after Helene made landfall as a Category 4 hurricane Thursday night. The storm quickly weakened, but not before causing major flooding and widespread power outages. CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson has the latest from Tallahassee, Florida.