Biden: Americans should "pay attention" to Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy
President Joe Biden has made a historical pilgrimage to what he calls "America's freedom church" to mark Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday.
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U.S. may aid Brazil congress attack probe
The U.S. and Brazil may work together to investigate Sunday's attack on Brazil's congress and other federal buildings. Reuters reports lawmakers from both countries signed a joint statement condemning political violence. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said "if" Brazil formally requests U.S. help, Washington would respond "expeditiously." Russia is sending a new capsule to the International Space Station next month to bring home three crew members, including an American. The original capsule was damaged by a meteoroid in December. And tennis champ Naomi Osaka says she's pregnant.
Former head of Brazil released from hospital
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been released from a Florida hospital after being treated for abdominal pain and now pressure is growing for the Biden administration to expel him back to Brazil after his supporters attacked the country's capital this weekend. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini joins Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss the aftermath of that attack.
Pence talks classified documents
Former Vice President Mike Pence sat down with CBS News to discuss issues at home and abroad, including President Biden's handling of documents marked classified and the recent political violence in Brazil as he leaves the door open for a 2024 White House run. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa reports from Florida.
Pro-democracy rallies held in Brazil
Thousands of people in Brazil held pro-democracy rallies on Monday. Many are calling for retribution after supporters of former President Jair Bolsonaro stormed government institutions on Sunday. CBS News anchors Lana Zak and Errol Barnett spoke with BBC correspondent Nomia Iqbal about the next steps in this investigation.
Brazil's ex-leader tweets photo in Florida hospital amid calls for U.S. removal
"The United States should not be a refuge for this authoritarian who has inspired domestic terrorism in Brazil," said Texas Rep. Joaquin Castro.
Fallout continues after protests in Brazil
The fallout continues after thousands of supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro broke into several major government buildings, echoing the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol two years ago. Christina Ruffini reports.
Brazil detains hundreds after attack on Congress
Supporters of former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro stormed Congress, the Supreme Court and presidential palace on Sunday in opposition to the country's newly-elected president. Nomia Iqbal from our partners at the BBC reports on the attacks from Brasilia. Then, Ryan Berg, director of the Americas Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joined John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss the riots.
Election protesters storm Brazil's Congress
Officials in Brazil are vowing to punish thousands of supporters of Jair Bolsonaro, the country's far-right former president, after they stormed and vandalized government buildings on Sunday, hoping to have him returned to power. Bolsonaro fled to the U.S. days before his term ended.
Reacting to the attack on Brazil's Congress
CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins us to discuss how Sunday's riots in Brazil compare to the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Congress. He also reflects on the divisions plaguing the new Congress, and the latest reporting on embattled GOP Congressman George Santos.
Rioters storm Brazil's top government offices
Supporters of former Brazilian President Bolsonaro who refuse to accept his election defeat stormed the nation's Congress, Supreme Court and presidential palace on Sunday, a week after the inauguration of his leftist rival, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Thousands of demonstrators bypassed security barricades, climbed on roofs, smashed windows and invaded all three buildings, which were believed to be largely vacant on the weekend.
Bolsonaro supporters storm Brazil's Congress
Supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro stormed the nation's Congress, the Supreme Court and the presidential palace on Sunday, claiming the recent election was stolen from him. Oliver Stuenkel, an international relations professor at the Vargas Foundation in São Paulo, explains why the riots were "predictable" on CBS News.
Meta says it is removing Facebook posts that back Brazil riots
After Bolsonaro supporters stormed government buildings, Facebook owner is deleting posts that support the attacks.
Brazil vows swift justice after ex-leader's supporters storm government
Ex-President Jair Bolsonaro had suggested, without evidence, election fraud, and his son has met with Donald Trump and his associates.
Protesters storm Brazil's Congress
Supporters of Brazil's right-wing former President Jair Bolsonaro stormed the nation's Congress, Supreme Court and presidential palace in an attack on democracy with parallels to the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Beatriz Luz Corrêa, international editor at Bandeirantes TV, joins CBS News to discuss.
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Supporters of ousted president storm Brazil's Congress; U.S. subpoenas hedge funds in Binance probe.
Newsom seeks federal disaster declaration
Calif. Gov. Gavin Newsom is requesting a Presidential Emergency Declaration to support the state's ongoing storm response. This, as thunderstorms, snow and damaging winds are sweeping the northern part of the state, raising the potential for mudslides. Newsom says at least 12 people have been killed. Hundreds have been arrested in Brazil after thousands of supporters of former President Bolsonaro stormed that nation’s Congress, Supreme Court and presidential palace. And “Avatar: The Way of Water" topped the weekend box office again.
Bolsonaro supporters storm Brazilian Congress
Supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro who refuse to accept his election defeat stormed the country's Congress, Supreme Court and presidential palace on Sunday.
Supporters of Brazil's Bolsonaro storm Congress, other federal buildings
Thousands of demonstrators bypassed security barricades, climbed on roofs, broke windows and invaded all three buildings.
Bills’ Damar Hamilton collapses during game
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin collapsed during the Monday Night Football game in Cincinnati against the Bengals and was in critical condition. The game was postponed. Sam Bankman-Fried is expected to appear in federal court in Manhattan today to enter a plea. And a public funeral procession for soccer great Pele is being held today in Brazil before he’s buried after a private funeral.
NASA pays tribute to Pelé with cosmic photo
NASA shared a photo of a mesmerizing galaxy 7 million miles away lit up in the bright colors of Brazil, Pelé's home nation.
Examining Pelé's incredible legacy
Pelé, who won a record three World Cups with Brazil, died Thursday at the age of 82. CBS Sports soccer analyst Jimmy Conrad examined what made him such a legend, and how he helped grow the game in the U.S. with his ever present smile and positivity.
Soccer world pays tribute to Brazilian great Pelé
Pelé won three World Cups with Brazil in 1958, 1962 and 1970, and was dubbed "The King" of soccer.
Pelé, Brazilian soccer legend and king of the "beautiful game," dies at 82
Pelé led Brazil to victory in the 1958, 1962 and 1970 World Cups and remains one of the team's all-time leading scorers with 77 goals.
Soccer legend Pelé nears 1 month in hospital with no sign of improvement
The three-time World Cup winner's cancer has advanced and doctors at Albert Einstein hospital recently said he's under "elevated care" related to "kidney and cardiac dysfunctions."
Harris releases economic plan aiming to lower housing costs, end price gouging
Friday's speech will mark the first time Kamala Harris has released a major policy initiative since President Biden dropped out of the race last month.
Here's how to freeze your credit after Social Security number breach
Should I freeze my credit? Here's what experts say, and how to stop bad actors from accessing your file.
Biden designates site of 1908 Springfield race riot a national monument
"Our history is not just about the past, it's about our present and our future," President Biden said in a statement.
What to know about Ukraine's incursion into Russia's Kursk region
A daring Ukrainian military push into Russia's Kursk region has seen Kyiv's forces seize scores of villages in what has become the largest incursion into Russia since World War II.
Jack Russell, Great White singer who survived nightclub fire, dies
Jack Russell, the frontman of rock band Great White who survived the 2003 Station Nightclub Fire in Rhode Island, has died.
Diplomacy takes center stage as Iran holds off retaliation against Israel
U.S. assessments are that Iran will not seek to disrupt ongoing cease-fire negotiations in Doha aimed at ending the Hamas-Israel war.
A record number of U.S. homes are now worth $1 million or more
Many million-dollar properties are no longer considered luxury homes, with almost 1 in 10 U.S. houses costing at least that.
Escaped killer of 1-year-old girl caught after multi-day manhunt
The escaped killer of a one-year-old girl who fled from a medical transport van, Ramone Alston, was captured days later in a hotel in the Charlotte, N.C. suburb of Kannapolis, authorities said.
10 injured in training incident at Fallon Naval Air Station, near Reno
Ten U.S. service members were injured in a training incident at Naval Air Station Fallon Wednesday night, police in Reno, Nevada said. Fallon is about 60 miles east of Reno.
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A record number of U.S. homes are now worth $1 million or more
Many million-dollar properties are no longer considered luxury homes, with almost 1 in 10 U.S. houses costing at least that.
Here's how to freeze your credit after Social Security number breach
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Biden designates site of 1908 Springfield race riot a national monument
"Our history is not just about the past, it's about our present and our future," President Biden said in a statement.
Remains of U.S. POW who survived Bataan Death March identified
The remains of U.S. Army Private William Calkins, 20, were identified after being exhumed at the Manila American Cemetery in the Philippines.
Hound Lovers for Harris and other groups join Harris campaign organizing blitz
The campaign says there will be over 2,800 organizing events in the days leading up to the party's Chicago convention next week.
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Feds warn against some baby loungers, cradle swings amid 6 deaths
Parents and other caregivers urged to stop using loungers linked to 5 fatalities and an infant bed tied to 1 death.
Popular U.S. sunscreens are turning clothing orange, consumers and brands say
Bewildered by rusty-looking stains on your white clothing this summer? The likely culprit is an ingredient found in over 600 sunscreen products.
Team USA gymnastics won Olympic gold. You can now see them for $30.
The Gold Over America Tour will make stops in 30 cities across the U.S. Here is where tickets are the cheapest.
Recalled cucumbers in salmonella outbreak sickened 449, CDC says
Florida cucumber grower used untreated canal water found to be tainted with salmonella bacteria, laboratory tests found.
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Who is Marc Fogel, the Pittsburgh native detained in Russia?
The Butler County native has been in Russian prison since 2021.
Biden designates site of 1908 Springfield race riot a national monument
"Our history is not just about the past, it's about our present and our future," President Biden said in a statement.
Hound Lovers for Harris and other groups join Harris campaign organizing blitz
The campaign says there will be over 2,800 organizing events in the days leading up to the party's Chicago convention next week.
Diplomacy takes center stage as Iran holds off retaliation against Israel
U.S. assessments are that Iran will not seek to disrupt ongoing cease-fire negotiations in Doha aimed at ending the Hamas-Israel war.
3 vulnerable Senate Democrats to skip DNC
Sens. Jon Tester of Montana, Jacky Rosen of Nevada and Sherrod Brown of Ohio will be absent as Democrats celebrate Kamala Harris' nomination.
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Feds warn against some baby loungers, cradle swings amid 6 deaths
Parents and other caregivers urged to stop using loungers linked to 5 fatalities and an infant bed tied to 1 death.
Meteorologist has panic attack live on air, prompts wave of praise online
ABC News Australia's Nate Byrne is being praised both for how he handled the on-air panic attack as well as the visibility he's bringing to mental health.
Cicadas come with an itchy pest — tiny mites that can cause rashes
Hundreds of thousands of the tiny wind-soaring and itch-inducing critters can fall from trees every day and are packed with a venom that can paralyze prey 166,000 times their size.
Recalled cucumbers in salmonella outbreak sickened 449, CDC says
Florida cucumber grower used untreated canal water found to be tainted with salmonella bacteria, laboratory tests found.
Trader Joe's recalls 653,000 candles sold across U.S. due to fire risk
Trader Joe's reports 14 incidents of high flames, a handful resulting in minor burns and limited property damage.
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Giant panda, 19, gives birth, becomes oldest first-time panda mom
A 19-year-old giant panda named Ying Ying has given birth to twins, becoming the oldest known first-time panda mom.
Who is Marc Fogel, the Pittsburgh native detained in Russia?
The Butler County native has been in Russian prison since 2021.
Wreck believed to be warship that sank with over 500 sailors found
The HMS Hawke was torpedoed by a German U-boat on October 15, 1913. Just 70 sailors survived.
North Korea reportedly to reopen border city to tourists after 5 years
Chinese-based tour operators said North Korea will soon allow visitors to the mountainous northern city of Samjiyon.
Another woman killed in python attack in Indonesia
The woman was found dead "because of being constricted and bitten by the snake," a police spokesman said.
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Exploring the "demure" Tiktok trend
Jools Lebron's viral TikTok videos have given new meaning to the word "demure." We break down what it means.
Elliot Page on story behind "Close to You"
Academy Award-nominated actor Elliot Page and actress Hillary Baack star in the heartfelt film "Close to You," exploring themes of love, identity and the challenges of returning home.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour continues
Taylor Swift kicked off the latest leg of her record-breaking Eras Tour on Thursday, her first performance since canceling three shows in Vienna due to an alleged terror plot from ISIS. While Swift did not address the plot or cancellations, heightened security measures were in place.
5 charged in Matthew Perry's overdose death
Following a nine-month investigation into the death of "Friends" star Matthew Perry, five people, including two doctors, one of his assistants and an alleged drug dealer, have been criminally charged.
Heightened security for Swift's London shows
Taylor Swift fans attending her Thursday concert in London's Wembley Stadium were subjected to extra security measures in response to the cancellation last week of her three Vienna concerts after Austrian investigators foiled an alleged terror plot there. Imtiaz Tyab has details.
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How to spot AI, disinformation in 2024 race
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.
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.
Google: Iran cyberattack targetting U.S. politics
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.
Tablet use linked to angry outbursts among todders, study finds
Staring at an iPad screen too much may keep little kids from learning to control their emotions, a new study finds.
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The rising energy demands of data centers
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.
Where Hurricane Ernesto is headed next
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.
Watch the Park Fire grow to be one of California's largest ever
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.
How much will an EV really cost me? Here's what to know.
There are plenty of considerations for those interested in making the investment, according to industry experts.
Joro spiders seem to know how to stay chill in big cities, study finds
Joro spiders have hearts that are able to withstand the loud and bustling noises of big cities, according to a study published on Monday.
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Escaped convict arrested after 3 days on run
The manhunt for a convicted murderer who escaped from custody is over. Police found Ramone Alston early Friday morning at a hotel outside of Charlotte, North Carolina, more than a hundred miles from the Hillsborough hospital parking lot he ran from on Tuesday.
Escaped killer of 1-year-old girl caught after multi-day manhunt
The escaped killer of a 1-year-old girl who fled from a medical transport van, Ramone Alston, was captured days later in a hotel in the Charlotte, N.C. suburb of Kannapolis, authorities said.
2 Alaska State Troopers charged with assault in case of mistaken identity
The two troopers pepper-sprayed, beat, stunned and used a police dog on the wrong man, authorities said.
5 arrested in death of actor Matthew Perry
Five people have been arrested in connection with the 2023 death of "Friends" star Matthew Perry. The defendants, which includes two doctors and Perry's personal assistant, were federally charged with distributing the ketamine that contributed to Perry's death. According to prosecutors, Perry's personal assistant admitted to giving him multiple ketamine injections on the day of his death. Adam Yamaguchi has the latest.
Breaking down charges in Matthew Perry death
Five people are facing criminal charges in connection with the death of actor Matthew Perry. Among them are his personal assistant and two doctors. CBS News Justice Department reporter Robert Legare has the details.
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Perseid meteor shower seen raining over Stonehenge in stunning photo
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."
NASA says Starliner landing decision possible next week
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 on Boeing Starlink crew in space
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.
SpaceX to launch private Crew Dragon flight around Earth's poles
The historic, privately financed space flight will carry humans above Earth's ice caps for the first time.
Perseid meteor shower put on quite a show when it peaked overnight
The Perseid meteor shower peaked in the night skies of Sunday into Monday, giving astronomy fans one of the best shows of 2024 as they looked to the skies.
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Summer music 2024: Lollapalooza
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.
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Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
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.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
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Assessing NYC's new subway safety measures
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has touted the success of a pilot program pairing MTA police officers with mental health professionals in an effort to make the subway systems safer. The subway co-response outreach teams, also known as the SCOUT Program, focuses on getting New Yorkers with severe mental illness connected to services and supportive housing. Since the program launched last fall, the SCOUT team has moved nearly 100 individuals out of the subway system and into care. CBS News New York reporter Elijah Westbrook has more.
Fanatics Fest NYC gets underway
The first-ever Fanatics Fest has just kicked off in New York City featuring legends from all major sports and some top stars in entertainment. CBS News New York reporter John Dias has more on the event, including a special race kids got to run against Rob Gronkowski.
Replacement tapped for Sen. Bob Menendez
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has appointed his former chief of staff, George Helmy, to fill the Senate seat that will be vacated by Bob Menendez. Menendez is resigning next week after being convicted of bribery charges.
Bulletproof glass for outdoor Trump rallies
In the wake of last month's assassination attempt, the Secret Service has approved a new plan to allow bulletproof glass to shield former President Donald Trump during his outdoor rallies. The shields are already used for sitting and vice presidents, but until now hadn't been deployed for candidates. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Gaza cease-fire negotiations resume
Negotiations for a cease-fire in Gaza resumed Friday in Qatar as the war between Israel and Hamas continues. Israeli forces have ordered new evacuations in parts of the enclave that had previously been designated civilian safe zones. BBC News correspondent Jenny Hill has more on the cease-fire talks and an attack in the West Bank.