A visit to a Chinese "detox" center for video game addicts
One of the methods China is using as part of its crackdown on video game use is a rehab center for kids who are addicted to gaming. Ramy Inocencio reports.
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WorldView: Bees attack Bolivia soccer match
Russia is expected to deliver military equipment to Belarus, demonstrating its support for strongman Alexander Lukashenko. In Bolivia, a regional soccer match had to be halted for two hours after bees swarmed the field. CBS News foreign correspondent Lucy Craft reports from Tokyo with these and other stories from around the world.
China imposes strict gaming rules for minors
The Chinese government announced new stricter rules for minors playing online video games. Anyone under the age of 18 will now be barred from playing the games Monday through Thursday and will be limited to playing just one hour a day on Fridays, weekends and holidays. CBSN technology reporter Dan Patterson joined "CBSN AM" to discuss.
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Biden calls Afghanistan exit a "success"; game stocks plunge amid China's latest crackdown
Afghanistan withdrawal & U.S. role in world
As the Taliban claims victory following the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, questions remain over the country's future and America's role in global affairs. Ian Bremmer, the president of the Eurasia Group and GZERO Media, joined CBSN to discuss.
Origins of COVID-19 still unclear
Members of the U.S. intelligence community remain divided over the origins of COVID-19. According to a report released Friday by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, there are two likely sources. The virus either came from an infected animal or a lab. Dr. Stanley Perlman, a professor of microbiology and immunology at the University of Iowa and a pediatric infectious diseases physician, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the report's findings and more.
Possible "Havana Syndrome" case delays Harris trip
Vice President Kamala Harris' trip to Vietnam was temporarily delayed after her delegation was made aware of an "anomalous health incident" in Hanoi. The incident was consistent with previous reported cases of "Havana Syndrome," a senior State Department official told CBS News.
China wants the world to believe COVID came from anywhere else
Regardless of what U.S. intel agencies tell President Biden, Beijing has convinced most Chinese residents that the pandemic started somewhere else, and it won't let up.
WorldView: G7 to discuss Afghanistan
The G7 is set to discuss the U.S.'s Afghanistan withdrawal deadline. Meanwhile, a new study links climate change to the deadly flooding in Germany. In Japan, the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games start today. Lastly, a Chinese ride-hailing service halts its launch in Europe. Ian Lee joined "CBSN AM" from London with more on these world headlines.
COVID origins report expected this week
President Biden's 90-day deadline for an intelligence report into the origins of COVID-19 is fast approaching. But the American desire for a U.S.-led investigation is not shared by China – a country that continues to push the world, including CBS News' Ramy Inocencio, to look outside of Wuhan for answers.
Afghan withdrawal overshadows Harris' 1st Asia trip as vice president
Harris' visit to Singapore was meant to signal the U.S.' staunch commitment to regional partners in the face of a rising China, but chaos in Kabul is marring America's image as a reliable ally.
Harris begins Southeast Asia tour
Vice President Kamala Harris kicked off her trip to Southeast Asia on Sunday. The tour is seen as an effort to counter China's influence in the region, but comes amid the U.S.'s chaotic exit from Afghanistan. CBSN contributor Isaac Stone Fish joins Lana Zak to discuss the importance of Harris' trip.
Taliban takeover’s impact on China
China is criticizing the U.S. over the “hasty” troop withdrawal from Afghanistan as the Taliban seizes control. But Beijing says it’s open to working with Washington to secure stability in the war-torn country. CBS News Asia correspondent Ramy Inocencio joined “CBSN AM” to discuss the road ahead for China.
China's complex hopes and fears in the Taliban's Afghanistan
For China, the American withdrawal brings opportunities, but it's not all good news. There are risks, too.
China willing to strengthen relations with Taliban
The Chinese government criticized the U.S for its withdrawal from Afghanistan, allowing the Taliban to swiftly gain control of the country. Although some Chinese officials remain concerned about the extremist group's potential influence over the Uighur Muslim population located in the Xinjiang province, the government is willing to strengthen its diplomatic relations with the Taliban. CBS News contributor and founder of Strategy Risks Isaac Stone Fish joined CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
China rejects WHO's calls for new probe into COVID-19's origins
Announcement came on same day Beijing said more than half of China's 1.4 billion people had been fully vaccinated.
China criticized for detaining Canadian citizens
Canada and its allies are denouncing China for detaining two Canadian citizens in what critics are calling "hostage diplomacy" in retaliation for Canada arresting a Huawei executive. On Wednesday, a Chinese court sentenced Canadian businessman Michael Spavor to 11 years in prison for alleged spying. CBSN contributor Isaac Stone Fish, founder of Strategy Risks, joins "CBSN AM" to discuss.
Chinese court sentences Canadian for spying
A Chinese court sentences a Canadian man, Michael Spavor, to 11 years in prison for spying. Ramy Inocencio joins CBSN with the latest.
WorldView: Taliban takes control of more Afghan cities
The Taliban is taking control of more major cities in Afghanistan. Deadly wildfires burn in Algeria. A Chinese court sentences a Canadian man for spying. Lionel Messi signs for PSG. Ian Lee joins CBSN AM with more on these and other world headlines.
WorldView: China upholds a death sentence
A Chinese court upholds a death sentence for a Canadian man. Greece's prime minister apologizes as wildfires burn throughout the country. And a herd of elephants roaming in China head home. Ian Lee joins CBSN AM from London with a roundup of international headlines.
Senate scrambling on infrastructure bill
The Senate is struggling to wrap up work on President Biden's bipartisan infrastructure bill after hitting roadblocks on proposed amendments. Meanwhile, the Labor Department reported the U.S. added 943,000 jobs in July. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joined CBSN to discuss the news from Washington.
Biden's U.N. ambassador on diplomacy at the Olympics: "A great opportunity"
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Thomas-Greenfield said the games can help build better relations among countries.
WorldView: Mexico sues U.S. gun-makers
Mexico is suing several U.S. gun manufacturers. Meanwhile, the Biden administration told Congress it's planning a $750 million weapons sale to Taiwan, and there are reports of a special prisoner camp possibly being built for dissidents in Belarus. Also, the World Health Organization called on nations to withhold COVID-19 booster shots, saying those vaccines should go to people who have yet to receive a single dose. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM from London with those headlines.
China trying to contain COVID outbreaks
China is facing its worst outbreak of COVID-19 since the early days of the pandemic. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports how the government is responding aggressively.
As COVID trickles back into China, Beijing responds with tsunami of measures
China is facing its worst outbreak of COVID-19 since the early days of the pandemic, and the government is responding aggressively.
VP debate highlights from the Walz-Vance 2024 showdown
Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz met in New York for the CBS News vice presidential debate. Here are the highlights.
Fact checking VP debate claims from Walz and Vance's 2024 showdown
CBS News is fact checking the biggest claims made by Tim Walz and JD Vance during the vice presidential debate.
CBS News VP debate poll shows voter reactions to Vance-Walz showdown
CBS News poll finds Walz and Vance improved their standing in what debate watchers said was a positive debate.
Watch a full replay of the Vance-Walz VP debate
The 2024 vice presidential nominees, Republican JD Vance and Democrat Tim Walz, sparred over a wide range of issues in the VP debate, hosted by CBS News.
Trump backs out of "60 Minutes" election special
Vice President Kamala Harris will be featured by "60 Minutes" on Monday, Oct. 7 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Former President Donald Trump has declined to participate, despite previously indicating otherwise.
Iran launches missile attack on Israel
Explosions were heard over Tel Aviv and Jerusalem but there were no reports of Israeli deaths. A U.S. official said the attack was "effectively defeated."
Trump says he would veto a federal abortion ban
Former President Donald Trump posted to social media during the vice presidential debate that he would not support a federal abortion ban.
Race continues to find Helene survivors as death toll from storm rises
President Biden said Monday there were reports that 600 people were unaccounted for after Hurricane Helene.
How election deniers are fueling the push to hand count ballots
Numerous studies have shown hand counting votes to be less accurate, but that has not stopped the conspiracy theories.
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Watch a full replay of the Vance-Walz VP debate
The 2024 vice presidential nominees, Republican JD Vance and Democrat Tim Walz, sparred over a wide range of issues in the VP debate, hosted by CBS News.
Read the full VP debate transcript from the Walz-Vance showdown
Read the full transcript of the vice presidential debate hosted by CBS News between Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz.
CBS News VP debate poll shows voter reactions to Vance-Walz showdown
CBS News poll finds Walz and Vance improved their standing in what debate watchers said was a positive debate.
Trump says he would veto a federal abortion ban
Former President Donald Trump posted to social media during the vice presidential debate that he would not support a federal abortion ban.
Watch JD Vance's closing statement from the 2024 VP debate
Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance said Americans "need a new direction" as he closed out the only VP debate before the November election.
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How much do striking dockworkers make? Here are their salaries.
Thousands of East and Gulf Coast dockworkers are on strike and demanding higher pay. Here's how much they earn.
Congress is trying to force carmakers to keep AM radio
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act would require AM radios in electric vehicles, even though automakers claim electric motors interfere with the signal.
What products could be affected by the port strike?
Dockworkers are walking picket lines at major East and Gulf coast ports, with consumers likely to feel the impact in coming weeks should it continue.
Airbnb giving Hurricane Helene victims free temporary housing
The company's nonprofit arm is partnering with local organizations to place displaced residents in free housing on a short-term basis.
CVS lays off 2,900 workers in cost-cutting move. Here's what to know.
CVS said it is cutting 2,900 workers, or about 1% of its workforce, as part of an effort to reduce costs by $2 billion.
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Highlights of the VP debate between Walz and Vance
Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz faced off in the CBS News vice presidential debate at the CBS Broadcast Center in New York City.
Fact checking VP debate claims from Walz and Vance's 2024 showdown
CBS News has fact checked the biggest claims made by Tim Walz and JD Vance during the vice presidential debate.
Watch a full replay of the Vance-Walz VP debate
The 2024 vice presidential nominees, Republican JD Vance and Democrat Tim Walz, sparred over a wide range of issues in the VP debate, hosted by CBS News.
Read the full VP debate transcript from the Walz-Vance showdown
Read the full transcript of the vice presidential debate hosted by CBS News between Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz.
CBS News VP debate poll shows voter reactions to Vance-Walz showdown
CBS News poll finds Walz and Vance improved their standing in what debate watchers said was a positive debate.
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Harris and Trump talk about insulin cost, but a law Walz signed does more
Gov. Tim Walz signed a law in 2020 that goes further to cut costs than other state laws. Now, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are vying for support from people with diabetes.
Home hospice care in the spotlight as Jimmy Carter turns 100
The vast majority of hospice patients choose to receive care at home, like 98-year-old Joan Prum of Connecticut — and former President Jimmy Carter.
The biggest health risks from Hurricane Helene flooding
Hurricane Helene's massive rains and flooding is a major health and safety risk for residents exposed to potential waterborne illnesses and other dangers.
The "Galaxy Gas" trend whipping up controversy on social media
"Galaxy Gas" is a new spin on an old drug — nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas or "whippets" — and it's taken over social media.
Embattled Steward Health Care CEO Ralph de la Torre to resign
The Senate approved a resolution on Wednesday that was intended to hold Ralph de la Torre in criminal contempt for failing to testify before a committee.
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Claudia Sheinbaum takes office as Mexico's first female president
Claudia Sheinbaum's presidential victory came 70 years after women won the right to vote in Mexico.
6 killed in Tel Aviv shooting moments before missile attack by Iran
Police said two suspects were killed after opening fire on a boulevard in the Jaffa neighborhood in southern Tel Aviv.
Iran launches missile attack on Israel
Explosions were heard over Tel Aviv and Jerusalem but there were no reports of Israeli deaths. A U.S. official said the attack was "effectively defeated."
Sony PlayStation Network outage throws gamers into hourslong disarray
Sony's PlayStation Network went down, frustrating gamers around the world who complain they weren't able to sign in to their accounts.
Why Israel says it must go after Hezbollah on the ground in Lebanon
A U.S. official says Iran could be about to fire missiles at Israel, as Israel announces "limited, localized" operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
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Frank Fritz, star of "American Pickers," dies at 60
Frank Fritz starred for more than a decade on the History Channel program "American Pickers."
John Amos, "Roots" and "Good Times" actor, dies at 84
John Amos was best known for his roles in "Roots" and the 1970s sitcom "Good Times."
Weezer reflect on 30 years of "The Blue Album"
Rivers Cuomo and Patrick Wilson, the two remaining original members, revisited their 1994 debut album as part of their "Voyage to the Blue Planet" tour.
Kate McKinnon on new book and life after SNL
The Emmy-winning comedian and former "SNL" star joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her first book, "The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science," a young readers' adventure about three sisters and a mad scientist.
Malcolm Gladwell on "The Tipping Point"
Nearly 25 years after "The Tipping Point" became a cultural phenomenon, Malcolm Gladwell returns with his latest work, "Revenge of the Tipping Point."
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Congress is trying to force carmakers to keep AM radio
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act would require AM radios in electric vehicles, even though automakers claim electric motors interfere with the signal.
Sony PlayStation Network outage throws gamers into hourslong disarray
Sony's PlayStation Network went down, frustrating gamers around the world who complain they weren't able to sign in to their accounts.
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.
Verizon customers report widespread outages
Verizon customers reported their mobile phone service was down in cities across the U.S., giving them only SOS mode.
The science of how planes remain in the air
Aerospace engineer Emily Calandrelli joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss how planes remain in the air, despite some scientific uncertainty. She also reveals details about her space-bound adventure and her "Stay Curious" book series.
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Type of firefly could be first on federal endangered species list
The Bethany Beach firefly is the first lightning bug species to be considered for protections under the Endangered Species Act.
How climate change threatens plants, animals
In this episode of "Climate Watch: Protecting the Planet," CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy speaks to scientists and experts about the growing number of critically endangered plants and animals and how humans can help.
Book excerpt: "Revenge of the Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell
The author revisits his 2000 bestseller "The Tipping Point," to examine the flip side of that earlier book's lessons about studying social change. Among the topics he covers: Cheetah reproduction.
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.
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Man gets prison for cloning giant sheep for captive trophy hunting
Arthur "Jack" Schubarth allegedly used tissue and testicles from large sheep hunted in Central Asia and the U.S. to create hybrid sheep for captive trophy hunting.
Trump golf course plot not guilty plea
Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect who allegedly plotted an assassination attempt in Florida against former President Donald Trump, pleaded not guilty to five counts against him Monday. CBS News' Cristian Benavides has the latest after Routh's court appearance.
NYC Mayor Adams asks court to dismiss bribery charge
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is asking a judge to dismiss one of the five federal corruption charges against him.
Victims of modern slavery forced to work in U.K. McDonald's, BBC finds
Two Czech brothers allegedly ran a gang that forced 16 people into modern slavery, working at a McDonald's and other businesses in the U.K.
Drug cartel surveillance cameras found on palm trees near border
The city on the border with Arizona has suffered years of violence between drug cartels fighting for control of the border crossing.
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Webb telescope detects carbon dioxide on surface of Pluto's largest moon
Researchers used observations from the Webb Telescope to identify carbon dioxide and hydrogen peroxide on the surface of Charon, Pluto's largest moon.
SpaceX Crew Dragon brings 2 fresh crew members to space station
A SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft caught up with the International Space Station and moved in for docking Sunday.
SpaceX launches two-man crew on flight to space station
Crew Dragon's two astronauts will join two Starliner fliers for a five-month tour of duty aboard the International Space Station.
SpaceX prepares to launch crewed mission
Later today, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft is set to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station. The craft is also set to bring back the two astronauts who have been waiting for a ride home since June.
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
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Highlights from JD Vance-Tim Walz vice presidential debate
Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz faced off in their first and only scheduled vice presidential debate at the CBS Broadcast Center in New York City. Here are the highlights and analysis.
6 moments from Walz-Vance VP debate
Vice presidential candidates Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance met in New York City Tuesday night for their first and likely only 2024 showdown. Here are some highlights from the CBS News debate.
Poll finds generally positive debate tone
CBS News polled voters nationally after Tuesday's vice presidential debate on the tone and who they think won. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the results.
Sen. Mark Kelly defends Harris after VP debate
Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona joins "America Decides" post-debate to defend the Harris-Walz ticket's plans on immigration, the economy and more.
Trump and Harris campaigns react to VP debate
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Ohio Sen. JD Vance faced off in the only scheduled vice presidential debate Tuesday, hosted by CBS News. CBS News' Major Garrett, Nancy Cordes, Robert Costa, Ed O'Keefe and Caitlin Huey-Burns give their post-debate analysis and share how the Trump and Harris campaigns are reacting.