U.S. investigates suspected energy attacks
The U.S. is investigating two possible directed energy attacks on American soil. One was just steps from the White House. Jeff Pegues shares more.
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Biden unveils American Families Plan
President Biden unveiled his American Families Plan during his first address before a joint session of Congress on Wednesday night, proposing free child care, pre-K and community college. CBS News' Laura Podesta reports on the highlights and reporter Bo Erickson joins CBSN AM with analysis.
China gets a flying start on building its own space station
Officials expect the project to take a couple years, but launch of the control module is a major step for China's increasingly sophisticated space program.
China expert on Biden's approach to Beijing - "Intelligence Matters"
Johnson outlines the leading challenges facing the Biden administration on "Intelligence Matters" this week with host Michael Morell.
Foreign policy in Biden's first 100 days
As President Biden approaches his first 100 days in office this week, Ian Bremmer, the president of the Eurasia Group and GZero Media, joined CBSN to discuss his foreign policy actions so far, and what more needs to be done.
Examining the history of anti-Asian bias
Over the past year, negative rhetoric surrounding the coronavirus has led to a surge in anti-Asian violence. But, anti-Asian bias has existed in the U.S. since the 19th century. Some experts say if we don't put an end to the hate, history will repeat itself. Michael Luo, editor for the NewYorker.com, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with his perspective.
Biden's climate summit wraps up
Friday marked the final day of President Biden's climate summit. He highlighted the need for international partnerships. CBSN contributor Isaac Stone Fish joined CBSN'S Lana Zak to discuss.
White House hosts virtual climate summit
The White House is marking Earth Day by hosting dozens of world leaders in a virtual climate summit. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins "CBSN AM" with what we're watching and what it can mean for the future of climate change.
90-year-old woman conned out of $32 million by phone fraudsters
Hong Kong woman was duped by fraudsters posing as Chinese officials, police say, in the city's biggest recorded phone scam.
Asia's coal usage challenges climate efforts
The White House is hosting a summit this week with global leaders to address carbon emission reduction. Foreign correspondent Lucy Craft reports for CBSN on the key role of coal-dependent countries such as China and Japan in the climate change fight.
As carbon emissions surge, can China and Japan quit the coal?
Scientists say COVID rebound fueling 2nd sharpest spike in carbon emissions ever, as some of the most advanced nations have serious old-school fuel addictions.
U.S. and China agree to cooperate to "tackle the climate crisis"
But as Biden prepares to host a summit of world leaders, seeking pledges to carbon emissions, China warns more ambitious goals are "not very realistic."
Biden eyes new foreign policy focus
President Biden announced this week he plans to pull all U.S. military troops from Afghanistan by September 11, 2021, a move that will bring an end to America's longest war. The Biden administration wants to turn its foreign policy focus away from the Middle East and redeploy those resources toward countering China and Russia. Christina Ruffini has the details.
Biden reacts to Indianapolis shooting
President Biden called America's gun violence a national embarrassment after the latest mass shooting. Weijia Jiang has the latest.
Brands criticize Chinese labor practices
Apparel brands are accusing China of mistreating Uighur Muslims. Meanwhile, pressure is mounting on the Japanese government to confront Beijing's alleged human rights abuses. Foreign correspondent Lucy Craft reports for CBSN.
Prominent Hong Kong democracy activists sentenced to jail
5 of the leading pro-democracy voices from the city were sent to prison, but four others, including an 82-year-old former lawmaker, got suspended sentences.
Biden welcomes Japanese prime minister to White House
Japan is one of the few industrialized nations not sanctioning China for human rights abuses. The U.S. would like that to change.
WorldView: Hong Kong activist sentenced
Media tycoon Jimmy Lai has been sentenced to at least 12 months in jail for his involvement in a 2019 pro-democracy rally in Hong Kong. Three people have died and multiple are sick with salmonella poisoning after ingesting a now-recalled capsule in Denmark. And coronavirus infections in Chile are on the rise despite a successful vaccine roll out. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM with a look at these and more international headlines.
Climate envoy John Kerry has talks in China
U.S. climate envoy John Kerry arrived in Shanghai Wednesday to discuss climate change with his Chinese counterpart. China is the world's leading emitter of carbon, followed by the U.S. CBSN contributor Isaac Stone Fish joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Officials: China and Russia pose greatest threat to U.S.
The Senate Intelligence Committee held a public hearing Wednesday to discuss the dangers facing the United States from around the globe. Officials said China and Russia present the most serious risk of undermining the nation. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on the hearing and what officials said about how the U.S. troop drawdown in Afghanistan will impact terror threats.
Intel officials call China "unparalleled priority" among world threats
Top U.S. intelligence and law enforcement officials testified before the Senate about worldwide threats facing the nation.
Meet the "Monkeydactyl" — a newly discovered ancient dinosaur
The discovery marks the earliest known record of a true opposed thumb in Earth's history.
WHO urges halt to sale of live wild animals in markets
U.N. health agency's call, citing risk of infectious diseases like COVID-19 spreading from animals to humans, is just the latest pressure on "wet markets."
WorldView: Power failure at Iran nuclear plant
Officials in Iran say a uranium enrichment plant was the target of nuclear terrorism on Sunday. Turkey is calling for Ukraine and Russia to find peace amid growing fear of war. A top official in China said the country's COVID vaccines don't have very high efficacy rates and Britain is still mourning the loss of the Duke of Edinburgh. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM from London with more.
China creates its own digital currency
In a first for a major economy, China has created its own form of digital currency. Some economists say this will boost the yuan's global presence and also potentially weaken the dollar. Emily Parker, managing director at Coindesk, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with a closer look at the potential impact.
LGBTQ Americans and the 2024 election: "I don't feel welcome here"
LGBTQ voters were among the only demographic groups that did not move more toward Trump in the 2024 election.
Some retailers tell consumers Trump's tariffs are a reason to buy now
Some companies are weaving Trump's tariffs into their marketing efforts, telling consumers to buy now in case prices rise.
Report: Trudeau to meet with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will meet with President-elect Donald Trump Friday at Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, Canada's CBC News reported.
S&P 500 and Dow notch gains, capping Wall Street's best month of 2024
Stocks posted solid gains on Black Friday as Wall Street posted its best monthly performance of the year.
Fact check of Trump's "border czar" claims on noncitizens and crime
As Donald Trump's second term approaches, Republicans have cited inflated figures on noncitizens with criminal records.
Actor dies during performance of "A Christmas Carol"
Julien Arnold, 60, was playing the roles of Marley and Mr. Fezziwig in "A Christmas Carol" when he experienced a medical emergency.
Jets scrambled as Russia, China warplanes approach South Korea
The Chinese and Russian military aircraft flew "for an extended period without prior notice," South Korea's defense ministry said.
Can countries agree to "end the world's plastic pollution crisis"?
The U.S. is among 175 nations haggling over a treaty to reduce the vast quantity of plastic pollution that ends up in our food, water and even our bodies.
Medrick Burnett Jr., Alabama A&M football player, dies after head injury
Linebacker Medrick Burnett Jr. sustained a head injury in an October game against Alabama State and had been hospitalized ever since.
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S&P 500 and Dow notch gains, capping Wall Street's best month of 2024
Stocks posted solid gains on Black Friday as Wall Street posted its best monthly performance of the year.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (December 1)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
Some retailers tell consumers Trump's tariffs are a reason to buy now
Some companies are weaving Trump's tariffs into their marketing efforts, telling consumers to buy now in case prices rise.
Remains of WWII airman identified 80 years after plane shot down
U.S. Army Air Force Tech. Sgt. Sanford G. Roy was one of several airmen aboard a plane shot down over Germany in April 1944.
Black Friday shoppers hit stores across U.S
The holiday shopping season has begun with stores offering deals and discounts for Black Friday.
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S&P 500 and Dow notch gains, capping Wall Street's best month of 2024
Stocks posted solid gains on Black Friday as Wall Street posted its best monthly performance of the year.
Some retailers tell consumers Trump's tariffs are a reason to buy now
Some companies are weaving Trump's tariffs into their marketing efforts, telling consumers to buy now in case prices rise.
Some Costco eggs are recalled due to risk of salmonella
The organic eggs, sold in packages of two dozen, were sold in 25 Costco stores across several states. Here's what to know.
What's open on Black Friday, from the post office to the stock market
Black Friday is a major shopping day for the nation's retailers. Here's what's happening with the stock market and USPS.
Canada's antitrust watchdog files lawsuit against Google over its ad business
Canada's Competition Bureau says that an investigation found the company "unlawfully" tied together its ad tech tools to maintain its dominant market position.
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Report: Trudeau to meet with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will meet with President-elect Donald Trump Friday at Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, Canada's CBC News reported.
LGBTQ Americans and the 2024 election: "I don't feel welcome here."
LGBTQ voters were among the only demographic groups that did not move more toward Trump in the 2024 election.
Fact check of Trump's "border czar" claims on noncitizens with criminal convictions
As Donald Trump's second term approaches, Republicans have cited inflated figures on noncitizens with criminal records.
The White House's history with Thanksgiving, and how the turkey pardon came to be
The history of White House Thanksgiving traditions date back more than 160 years to President Abraham Lincoln, who established the national holiday.
Connecticut Democratic lawmakers report bomb threats on Thanksgiving
The Thanksgiving threats come one day after several of President-elect Donald Trump's staff picks reported threats.
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Are there really risks to fluoride in water?
President-elect Donald Trump's pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., says fluoride can cause health problems and wants it removed from our drinking water. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder, editor-at-large for public health at KFF Health News, has more on the risks and benefits that come with fluoride.
New Mexico man awarded $412 million for botched penile injections
The man's attorneys said the punitive and compensatory damages total the largest amount to ever be awarded by a jury in a medical malpractice case in the U.S.
Why does eating turkey make you sleepy? Thanksgiving fatigue, explained.
Tired from your Thanksgiving feast? You're not alone. But is it the tryptophan in turkey that leads to our food comas? Here's what experts say.
Thanksgiving foods cats and dogs can (and can't) eat
Can cats and dogs eat turkey and other Thanksgiving foods? Here's what experts say about what is safe and not.
A toddler got a nasal swab test. So why was the bill $445?
An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.
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Report: Trudeau to meet with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will meet with President-elect Donald Trump Friday at Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, Canada's CBC News reported.
Book excerpt: "Freedom: Memoirs 1954-2021" by Angela Merkel
The former Chancellor of Germany writes about two lives: her early years growing up under a Communist-controlled police state in East Germany, and her years as leader of a nation reunited following the fall of the Berlin Wall.
Book excerpt: "The Barn" by Wright Thompson
The author's New York Times bestseller explores the culture of silence that enveloped the Mississippi Delta over the 1955 murder of Emmett Till.
Woman, 2 girls crushed to death outside Gaza bakery amid food shortage
The bodies of two girls and a 50-year-old woman were taken to a hospital where a doctor confirmed that they died from suffocation.
Actor dies during performance of "A Christmas Carol"
Julien Arnold, 60, was playing the roles of Marley and Mr. Fezziwig in "A Christmas Carol" when he experienced a medical emergency.
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Actor dies during performance of "A Christmas Carol"
Julien Arnold, 60, was playing the roles of Marley and Mr. Fezziwig in "A Christmas Carol" when he experienced a medical emergency.
Birthday surprise for Adriana Diaz
Adriana Diaz is turning 40. To help her celebrate, "CBS Mornings" surprised her with an appearance from award-winning singer-songwriter Ben Abraham and cake from her family.
"Mornings Memory": Watching TV on your phone
Watching videos on your phone is second nature now but it wasn't always like that. Back on this day in 2005, Anthony Mason reported on this new trend.
Tyler Carson, the "Fiddler on the Rock"
Violinist Tyler Carson is known professionally as the "Fiddler on the Rock," for his performances from the famous Red Rocks of Sedona, Arizona. Natalie Morales spoke with Carson about how an unexpected turn in his life drew him to the inspiring and spiritual landscape of beauty, hope and healing.
Jon Batiste, Ledisi, Trombone Shorty and Lauren Daigle to do Super Bowl preshow
The performances will take place Feb. 9 at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans before the NFL's championship matchup and halftime show featuring rap megastar Kendrick Lamar.
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Canada's antitrust watchdog files lawsuit against Google over its ad business
Canada's Competition Bureau says that an investigation found the company "unlawfully" tied together its ad tech tools to maintain its dominant market position.
Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
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.
Australian parliament approves law to ban under-16s from social media
Australia's full legislature has now passed a bill that will soon ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.
AI grandma tool helps fend off phone scams
British phone company Virgin Media O2 has developed an AI-generated grandmother to talk to scammers all day and waste their time so you don't have to. CBS News Confirmed executive producer Melissa Mahtani has more on the "grandma" and how you can protect yourself from phone scams.
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NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
Divided U.N. negotiations for plastic treaty
Negotiators are far apart as the United Nations tries to work out the world's first treaty to curb plastic pollution. Issues creating roadblocks include limiting new manufacturing of plastic and the potential phasing out of some chemicals. For more on the talks, CBS News was joined by Erin Simon, vice president and head of plastic waste and business for the World Wildlife Fund in the U.S.
Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing
Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.
Dishing up space food
At the Johnson Space Food Systems Laboratory in Houston, NASA scientists develop dishes – freeze-dried, heat-stabilized, or irradiated – to serve on the International Space Station. Correspondent David Pogue checks out what's on the menu in Earth orbit.
How are U.S. winters permanently changing?
This winter, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted above-average temperatures throughout the U.S. because of a "slowly developing" La Niña pattern. CBS News Sacramento meteorologist Tracy Humphrey reports on the changing winter conditions.
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Firefighter had visited woman found dead in house fire
On Thanksgiving Eve in 2020, an expectant mother was found dead inside her burning Illinois home. It was not immediately clear what caused her death. She had been involved with a firefighter – someone trained to save lives. Could he have set a fire to cover her murder? "48 Hours" contributor Nikki Battiste reports for this week's "48 Hours."
Teen escapes 12 years after abduction; school bus driver arrested
The victim's captor allegedly changed the girl's name, kept her out of sight and out of school.
Did an Illinois firefighter have a secret he was willing to kill for?
When Melissa Lamesch is found dead at home in Mt. Morris, Illinois, on the day before Thanksgiving, authorities zero in on Matthew Plote, a man trained to save lives, not take them.
Teen hockey player killed by stray bullet driving home after game
Colin Brown, 16, was hit by a bullet while being driven home in his father's car after playing a hockey game.
Dentist accused of poisoning wife allegedly tried to have detective killed
Police have called James Craig's alleged plot to kill Angela Craig a "heinous, complex and calculated murder."
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Webb telescope captures stunning new image of the "Sombrero galaxy"
The Sombrero galaxy, named for its resemblance to the Mexican hat, is about 30 million light-years from Earth.
Blue Origin launches 6 tourists to the edge of space
Marc and Sharon Hagle, both making their second space flight, were among the passengers for the NS-28 mission.
Blue Origin launches 9th space tourism flight
The ninth Blue Origin space tourism flight launched from West Texas Friday morning. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood and space expert Scott Heidler offered analysis of the flight.
Trump, Musk attend SpaceX launch
President-elect Donald Trump attended SpaceX's sixth flight test of its Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday with CEO Elon Musk. The burgeoning friendship between the two men played a key role in Trump's reelection, with Musk now set to run a government efficiency agency in the coming months. CBS News political reporter Jake Rosen and Politico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk join "America Decides" with more.
SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship, with Trump there to watch
President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
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.
Summer music heats up 2024
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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Chicago Bears fire Eberflus as head coach
The Chicago Bears say they've fired their head coach Matt Eberflus less than 24 hours after a brutal loss to the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving. The Lions currently hold the best record in the NFL. Brooks Kubena, an NFL staff writer from The Athletic, joins CBS News 24/7 with more on Week 13 of the NFL season.
Assessing Trump's Cabinet picks
President-elect Donald Trump has met his goal of making most of his Cabinet picks for his second administration by Thanksgiving. Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez and Democratic strategist Joel Payne discuss Trump's strategy, what to anticipate in the next four years and more.
Tips for finding the best holiday deals
Adam Davis, managing director for Wells Fargo Retail Finance, joined CBS News to talk about whether Black Friday or Cyber Monday has the better buys and offer up some other tips for stretching your dollar during the holidays.
Gunman shoots at Israeli bus in West Bank
Hamas has claimed responsibility for an attack by a gunman on a bus near an Israeli settlement in the West Bank Friday. At least eight people were injured and the attacker was shot dead by Israeli troops. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has the latest details.
Biden knocks Trump's proposed tariffs
President-elect Donald Trump's proposed tariffs against Mexico and Canada drew a critique from President Biden on Thursday, with Biden saying in part, "We're surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, the Atlantic Ocean, and two allies, Mexico and Canada. The last thing we need to do is begin to screw up those relationships." CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more on that, the president-elect's call with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and some of the other top political news of the day.