China reports no new confirmed coronavirus cases for first time
China also reported no new deaths, and only two suspected cases in 24 hours.
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Racist incidents against Africans amid China's virus crackdown spark outcry
Images of Africans sleeping on the street after being evicted from their homes have incited backlash.
Racist incidents in China spark outrage
Discrimination based on efforts to contain the coronavirus in China have sparked an outcry in Africa and other places around the world, as the U.S. grapples with its own spike in discrimination against Asians over fears of the disease. Videos appear to show black people being detained by police and even sleeping on the street after being evicted in China. Ramy Inocencio reports on the xenophobia stemming from the coronavirus pandemic.
Beijing proposes security law for Hong Kong
Beijing has proposed a new national security law that could have dramatic implications for Hong Kong. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio joins CBSN to talk about it.
Hong Kong set for new crackdown by China?
China's rubber-stamp legislature is poised to enact new "national security" laws that could greatly diminish Hong Kong's semi-autonomy. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
China plans a clampdown that could end Hong Kong's dreams of democracy
Beijing's rubber-stamp legislature is poised to adopt new "national security" laws that could doom the "One Country-Two Systems" policy.
Hong Kong in turmoil over new China bill
Hong Kong is in turmoil over China's newly proposed national security law that would tighten China's grip on the region. Scuffles broke out inside the territory's legislature overnight when pro-democracy members protested China's bill. Ramy Inocencio reports on the fallout, happening just a year after Hong Kong saw widespread anti-government protests demanding China allow it greater autonomy.
U.S. plans to sell $180 million in weapons to Taiwan, angering China
China said it is "firmly opposed" to the sale.
Wuhan bans eating wild animals as virus drives a crackdown in China
New rules in COVID-19 epicenter come as national authorities pledge to buy out exotic animal breeders to curb illegal wildlife trade.
Ever-friendlier U.S.-Taiwan ties draw "firm opposition" from China
Pompeo becomes 1st U.S. Secretary of State to formally congratulate a Taiwanese president. Beijing says the remarks "seriously violate" U.S. policy.
Son missing for decades reunited with family
Parents who spent decades looking for their son who was abducted as a toddler in China were finally reunited with him Monday after 32 years. Mao Yin was reported missing when he was 2 years old.
Parents reunite with son who was kidnapped 32 years ago
"This is the best gift I have ever got," said the missing man's mother, who found out about the news on Mother's Day.
Trump threatens to make suspension of WHO funding permanent
Mr. Trump on Monday tweeted a copy of a letter sent to the the Director-General of the World Health Organization listing his grievances with the organization's response to the the coronavirus pandemic.
Trump threatens to permanently defund W.H.O.
President Trump late Monday night threatened to permanently pull all U.S. funding for the World Health Organization. In a letter he released through Twitter, Mr. Trump said unless changes were made by the agency in how it tackles the coronavirus response, he will direct all U.S. funding cease and possibly pull its membership from the body. Ramy Inocencio reports.
Air pollution is already spiking in China with virus lockdown lifted
As industry resumes, deadly pollutants hit levels in April even higher than last year, prompting warnings of a "dirty" economic rebound.
China says it will back probe into virus origin, but not yet
Beijing says it "took an active part" in drafting a formal call at the World Health Organization for a global investigation into the source of the coronavirus.
Flare-ups in Asia prompt new fears of a 2nd wave of COVID
China plans to test all 11 million people in epicenter city Wuhan after finding new cases, while South Korea races to contain a new cluster in Seoul.
China accused of trying to hack virus research
FBI and federal cyber-security agents are warning that hackers linked to the Chinese government are trying to steal coronavirus-related research from U.S. companies and universities. Both the U.S. and China are frantically trying to develop a vaccine. Jeff Pegues reports.
Transcript: Lanhee Chen on the WHO's shortcomings
In an interview with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan, Hoover Institution's Lanhee Chen discusses the ongoing scrutiny over the WHO's response to COVID-19
Transcript: Michael Osterholm on "Intelligence Matters"
In this episode of "Intelligence Matters," top epidemiologist Dr. Michael Osterholm talks with Michael Morell about the essential and unanswered questions surrounding a COVID-19 vaccine.
Countries fear second coronavirus wave
Wuhan, where the coronavirus pandemic first began, is testing all 11 million residents after reporting six new cases over the weekend. The city lifted its 76-day lockdown in April. In South Korea’s capital of Seoul, over 2,000 bars and clubs were closed after a new cluster of COVID-19 cases were traced to the city’s entertainment district. Russia is also struggling as the number of reported cases falls just behind the U.S. Ramy Inocencio looks at how countries are battling the global pandemic.
Chinese hackers are targeting U.S. COVID research, FBI and DHS warn
"The potential theft of this information jeopardizes the delivery of secure, effective, and efficient treatment options," an announcement said.
Putin eases Russia's coronavirus measures as cases keep mounting
As Putin gives many Russians the green light to return to work, a WHO official says the epidemic may just be peaking.
States will see $11 billion for coronavirus testing
The Trump administration announced Monday that it will be sending $11 billion to states, territories and tribes to increase their coronavirus testing capacity. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and CBS News political director Caitlin Conant discuss the announcement and the rest of the day's political headlines.
Trump tells Weijia Jiang to "ask China" about coronavirus deaths
During an event at the White House on Monday, President Trump told CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang to "ask China" when pressed on the rising death toll caused by the coronavirus outbreak in the U.S. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Top Justice Dept. official warns of "onslaught" of foreign election interference
In an interview with CBS News, the head of the Department of Justice's National Security Division said the U.S. is facing a multi-pronged offensive from Russia, Iran and China.
Dockworkers suspend strike after reaching tentative deal
The International Longshoremen's Association has reached a tentative deal to suspend their strike until Jan. 15 to negotiate a new contract
Biden surveys storm damage in Georgia and Florida as death toll passes 200
President Biden sought to strike a bipartisan tone as he toured the severe damage wrought by Hurricane Helene.
Dozens killed in new Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon and Gaza Strip
Lebanon's state-run news agency accuses Israel of using phosphorous bombs in Beirut as airstrikes kill dozens in Lebanon and Gaza.
Menendez murder case will be reviewed, Los Angeles DA says
More than 30 years after Erik and Lyle Menéndez were convicted of killing their parents, new evidence in the high-profile murder case is being reviewed by the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office as it considers a possible resentencing.
Hurricane Kirk strengthens in the Atlantic, expected to grow
Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Leslie formed in the eastern Atlantic Ocean and could strengthen into a hurricane by the weekend, forecasters said.
Tyre Nichols jury returns mixed verdict for 3 ex-Memphis officers
The jury returned the verdict the same day in the trial of three former Memphis officers charged with civil rights violations in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols.
Garth Brooks accused of rape in new lawsuit
A woman who says she worked as a hair-and-makeup stylist for Garth Brooks alleged in a lawsuit that he raped her in a Los Angeles hotel in 2019.
Rep. Mike Lawler apologizes for wearing blackface at 2006 party
"The ugly practice of blackface was the furthest thing from my mind," the New York Republican said.
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Garth Brooks accused of rape in new lawsuit
A woman who says she worked as a hair-and-makeup stylist for Garth Brooks alleged in a lawsuit that he raped her in a Los Angeles hotel in 2019.
Rep. Mike Lawler apologizes for wearing blackface at 2006 party
"The ugly practice of blackface was the furthest thing from my mind," the New York Republican said.
Top Justice Dept. official warns of "onslaught" of foreign election interference
In an interview with CBS News, the head of the Department of Justice's National Security Division said the U.S. is facing a multi-pronged offensive from Russia, Iran and China.
Dockworkers suspend strike after reaching tentative deal
The strike, the first by East and Gulf Coast dockworkers since 1977, had shut down 14 ports since Tuesday.
Tyre Nichols jury returns mixed verdict for 3 ex-Memphis officers
The jury returned the verdict the same day in the trial of three former Memphis officers charged with civil rights violations in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols.
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Dockworkers suspend strike after reaching tentative deal
The strike, the first by East and Gulf Coast dockworkers since 1977, had shut down 14 ports since Tuesday.
When shipping containers lost at sea burst open, what happens?
Over 20,000 shipping containers have fallen overboard since 2010, their contents polluting shorelines and habitats.
Is toilet paper affected by the port strike? Here's what to know.
People on social media are posting photos of empty store shelves as concerns mount over the strike's impact on bathroom tissue supplies.
McDonald's set to debut its long-awaited chicken Big Mac
McDonald's is introducing a poultry version of its iconic burger at U.S. locations for a limited time starting next week.
Tesla recalls its Cybertruck for the fifth time in less than a year
Tesla is recalling more than 27,000 Cybertruck vehicles because of problems with their rearview camera.
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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 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.
Watch Tim Walz's closing statement from the 2024 VP debate
Gov. Tim Walz touted Vice President Kamala Harris' coalition of supporters, praising her for bringing "joy" to politics.
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Flu vaccine might be less effective this year, new CDC report suggests
Flu vaccine effectiveness in South America was 35% against hospitalization.
What to watch for in the upcoming ACA open enrollment period
This year's start date for Affordable Care Act enrollment in most states is Nov. 1, and consumers may encounter new scams as well as important rule changes.
FDA weighing approval of first new sunscreen ingredient in decades
The FDA has until early 2026 to decide on the submission for a sunscreen ingredient branded as PARSOL Shield.
Condom use is declining among younger generations. Here's why.
Fewer young people are having sex, but the teens and young adults who are sexually active aren't using condoms as regularly, if at all.
What to know about Marburg virus as Ebola-like outbreak spreads in Rwanda
Rwanda declared an outbreak of the highly contagious Marburg virus, a deadly hemorrhagic fever that has no authorized vaccine or treatment.
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Yazidi woman kidnapped by ISIS in Iraq escapes from Gaza a decade later
An Israeli official says a Yazidi woman kidnapped by ISIS in Iraq has escaped a decade later from Gaza.
WWII destroyer dubbed "Ghost Ship of the Pacific" found off California
The USS Stewart, once called the "Ghost Ship of the Pacific," served in both the U.S. and Japanese navies during World War II.
Princess Kate and William say young cancer patient "inspired us both"
Getting a hug from the Princess of Wales wasn't even on 16-year-old Liz Hatton's bucket list.
Remains of teen U.S. soldiers killed in WWII identified 80 years later
U.S. Army Sgt. Jack Zarifian and U.S. Army Private Rodger D. Andrews were both 19 when they died in combat in Europe.
Russia gains ground in Ukraine, adopting new tactics in war's 3rd year
Russia is relying on new tactics to gain ground in Ukraine, with the continuation of U.S. support uncertain as the war grinds on.
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Charlie Puth on new mockumentary
Pop sensation Charlie Puth debuts his mockumentary-style TV show, "The Charlie Puth Show," offering a comedic behind-the-scenes look at the life of a pop star. The show features cameos from stars like Will Ferrell, John Legend, and Courteney Cox, with one episode exploring Puth's possible move to country music.
Princess Kate and William say young cancer patient "inspired us both"
Getting a hug from the Princess of Wales wasn't even on 16-year-old Liz Hatton's bucket list.
Doctor pleads guilty in Matthew Perry case
Dr. Mark Chavez, one of the doctors charged in connection to actor Matthew Perry's death, pleaded guilty on Wednesday to illegally obtaining the powerful anesthetic ketamine that was administered to the "Friends" star.
"Mornings Memory:" The launch of "Big Brother"
On this "Mornings Memory," "Big Brother" premiered, changing the reality TV landscape forever. Eddie McGee and two runners-up share how the show impacted their lives.
Former U.K. leader says in book that Queen Elizabeth II had bone cancer
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says in his memoir that he "had known for a year or more" that Queen Elizabeth II had bone cancer.
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Gmail users get new summary cards to track purchases, events
Google brings new interactive summary cards to Gmail inboxes to help users track purchases, events.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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Tyre Nichols case: Jury returns split verdict
A federal jury convicted three former Memphis, Tennessee, police officers Thursday on some charges stemming from the fatal 2023 beating of Tyre Nichols during a traffic stop. Neema Rahmani, former federal prosecutor and president of West Coast Trial Lawyers, joins CBS News to unpack the verdicts.
Guides accused of leading rogue hunts that killed mountain lions
Three wildlife guides face federal charges for allegedly running an illegal hunting enterprise that left mountain lions dead in Idaho and Wyoming.
Jury deliberating in Tyre Nichols case
Tyre Nichols' family prayed before entering the trial of three Louisville Police Department officers who were charged for their actions on the night of Nichols' death. The jury is currently deliberating. CBS News' Elise Preston reports.
Missouri woman found dead 5 months after mysteriously vanishing
A missing woman's remains were discovered in Missouri over the weekend, more than five months after she disappeared.
Doctor faces depraved heart murder charge
Maryland Dr. James Ryan faced an unusual charge — depraved heart murder — following the fatal overdose of his beauty queen girlfriend Sarah Harris in 2022. CBS News national correspondent Nikki Battiste reports on the case for "48 Hours."
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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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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.
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.
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
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
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How Liz Cheney can help Kamala Harris in 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris campaigned Thursday with former Republican Rep. Liz Cheney in Ripon, Wisconsin, the city credited as the birthplace of the Republican Party. Former President Donald Trump campaigned in Michigan after special counsel Jack Smith's filing was unsealed in the 2020 election interference case. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa has the latest.
What to expect for new Supreme Court term
The new Supreme Court term begins on Oct. 7. The last session saw consequential decisions, including giving presidents broader immunity, preserving abortion pill access and upholding a domestic violence gun restriction. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down what to expect.
Kamala Harris says she won't ban fracking
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke with CBS News Pittsburgh politics editor Jon Delano about the top issues for Pennsylvania voters, including fracking, the proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel by the Japanese company Nippon Steel, and her economic message. Delano joins "The Daily Report" to discuss his interview with Harris.
Feds warn of violence on Oct. 7 one-year mark
A joint intelligence bulletin warned of potential violent extremism and hate crimes ahead of the one-year mark of Hamas' attack on Israel. The FBI, Department of Homeland Security and National Counterterrorism Center issued the bulletin that said the continued Middle East conflict could serve as a motivation for violence. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga reports.
Father survives Helene trip for daughter's wedding
David Jones was driving from South Carolina to Tennessee for his daughter's wedding when the highway was shut down, and what was to be a two-hour drive turned into a more than 12-hour journey.