Airstrike reportedly hits bus full of children on field trip
The strike was carried out Thursday by the Saudi Arabian-led coalition, which is backed in this war by the U.S.
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Protests in Nicaragua
New protests were held in Nicaragua Monday amid fear the nation could be headed to civil war. Human rights groups say more than 350 people have been killed since demonstrations began three months ago. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports from the capital Managua.
Violent clashes stoke fear of civil war in Nicaragua
Hundreds have been killed in demonstrations that started three months ago
Inside the deadly clashes in Nicaragua
Sen. Marco Rubio is warning that deadly clashes in Nicaragua could leave to civil war and worsen the immigration crisis in the U.S.. New protests are expected Monday, after thousands of people marched Sunday to demand that President Daniel Ortega step down. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Out of Aleppo
Mohammad Shasho's family left Aleppo in 2013, telling their children they were taking a prolonged vacation. That "vacation" was an evacuation prompted by Syria's eight-year-old civil war, and it became a permanent exile. In a film produced by BYkids, we see the Syrian crisis through the eyes of a young refugee filmmaker.
Rooted in history: Gettysburg's "Witness Trees"
Alive during the bloodiest battle on U.S. soil, these sentinels offer park visitors a tangible connection to the Civil War
#SecondCivilWarLetters: Alex Jones conspiracy theory sparks viral joke
A baseless conspiracy theory about a civil war starting on July 4 has inspired a viral Independence Day joke
Violence grips African wildlife park
A new wave of violence has forced Africa's oldest park to close until next year. The Democratic Republic of Congo's Virunga National Park includes some of Africa's most diverse wildlife and is home to more than half the world's critically endangered gorilla population. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta joins CBSN with more.
Finding Syria's orphans of war
60 Minutes reports this week on the more than 100,000 children orphaned after seven years of civil war. Here's how they found some of them.
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FBI agents raid the home and office of President Trump's lawyer; Hundreds of foreigners run Pyongyang race
Medics describe alleged chemical attack in Syria
A suspected chemical attack hit Douma in Syria over the weekend, leaving at least 40 people dead. Medics on the ground reported smelling chlorine on the survivors. CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams has the latest.
Suspected chemical attack in Syria
A suspected chemical attack in the Syrian city of Douma suffocated dozens to death, opposition groups said. President Trump blamed Syrian President Bashar Assad, who he called "Animal Assad," and his international allies for the apparent attack.
Oprah visits Alabama memorial for lynching
A new memorial in Montgomery, Alabama, reflects on one of the most difficult periods in American history: when thousands of African-American men, women and children were killed by lynching in the decades after the Civil War. "60 Minutes" special contributor Oprah Winfrey visited the memorial with Bryan Stevenson, founder and executive director of Equal Justice Initiative who spearheaded the project. Watch the full report Sunday, April 8, 2018 on "60 Minutes."
Saudis say 1 killed as Yemeni rebels fire missiles at Riyadh
Saudis claim most of missiles fired from "within Yemen" shot down, amid questions over Iran's role, and how well interceptors worked
New Orleans mayor on race in America
The mayor of New Orleans is weighing in about race relations, the Trump administration, and the controversy over confederate statues. In his new book, "In the Shadows of Statues: A White Southerner Confronts History," Mitch Landrieu opens up about growing up in the South and how that's impacted his life and political career. He joins CBSN to discuss his new book and the state of U.S. politics.
Site of rumored Civil War gold lures treasure hunters, FBI
The FBI has come up empty at the rural Pennsylvania site where Civil War gold is rumored to be buried
Syrians mark 7 years of civil war as thousands flee fighting in Ghouta
The civil war has also resulted in more than 400,000 deaths and more than 1 million others injured
7 years of war in Syria
Thursday marked seven years of civil war in Syria, with no end in sight. More than 320,000 people have been killed and an estimated 12 million have been displaced from their homes. Foreign affairs columnist and commentator Bobby Ghosh joins CBSN to discuss where the war-torn country stands today.
Ghouta could become "another Aleppo"
Despite international calls to stop the bloodshed, Syrian President Bashar Assad said Sunday that his forces will continue to pound Eastern Ghouta near Damascus. When the intense siege began last month, human rights groups feared it would become "another Aleppo." CBS News foreign correspondent Seth Doane is there.
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Newly-released video shows U.S. soldiers under attack in Niger; Record number of female candidates running for office
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Dangerous storms threaten the East and West coasts; Maisie Sly, a deaf six-year-old actress, nominated for an Oscar
Civilians not getting help in Ghouta
The U.N. and U.S. State Department said Thursday a ceasefire in Syria is not working. CBS News' Seth Doane is inside the war-torn country, and saw the conditions first-hand.
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East and West Coasts bracing for two big storms; More needs to be done to improve future flu vaccines, researcher says.
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Hope Hicks to resign from Trump administration; Chain reaction kidney exchange saves six lives
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Top Trump aide Hope Hicks to resign; Kidney donation sets off chain reaction to help others.
Helene slams Florida as Category 4 hurricane then rapidly weakens
More than 2 million customers in Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas were in the dark as Helene moved inland from the Big Bend area of Florida's Gulf Coast.
Special counsel files key brief in Trump case, but it remains under seal
The special counsel's filing is expected to provide the most comprehensive look at the evidence federal prosecutors have compiled in their case against former President Donald Trump.
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How CBS News tracked down romance scammers preying on Americans
Chocolates, flowers and gold mines: A CBS News investigation reveals the lengths scammers go to to romance and rob unsuspecting Americans.
Trump says he'll meet with Zelenskyy at Trump Tower
Former President Donald Trump announced he will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in New York City.
Harris to call for tougher security measures during trip to southern border
Vice President Kamala Harris will deliver remarks in Douglas, Arizona, her first trip to the U.S.-Mexico border since becoming the Democratic nominee for president.
NYC mayor slated for arraignment on federal bribery, campaign finance charges
NYC Mayor Eric Adams is scheduled to appear in court today after his indictment on federal bribery and wire fraud charges.
New Chinese nuclear attack submarine sank, U.S. officials says
The U.S. official said it was "not surprising" that China's navy would conceal it. The submarine's current status is unknown.
Israel hammers Hezbollah as U.S. and France push for a cease-fire
President Biden and his French counterpart say an Israel-Hezbollah cease-fire is needed now to avoid a potentially "much broader conflict."
Maps show Helene's path as it batters Florida and Southeast
Maps show possible storm surge, rainfall levels and more as Helene, once a major hurricane and now a tropical storm, moves inland from Florida's Gulf Coast over Georgia.
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces arraignment on federal indictment
NYC Mayor Eric Adams is scheduled to appear in court today after his indictment on federal bribery and wire fraud charges.
New Chinese nuclear attack submarine sank, U.S. officials says
The U.S. official said it was "not surprising" that China's navy would conceal it. The submarine's current status is unknown.
Harris to call for tougher security measures during trip to southern border
Vice President Kamala Harris will deliver remarks in Douglas, Arizona, her first trip to the U.S.-Mexico border since becoming the Democratic nominee for president.
Iranian hackers charged in alleged targeting of Trump campaign, sources say
The FBI launched probes earlier this summer after both the Trump and then-Biden campaigns experienced attempted phishing schemes targeting people associated with the candidates, sources told CBS News in August.
Alabama carries out nation's second nitrogen gas execution
Alan Eugene Miller was convicted of killing three men in 1999 and the state had previously attempted to execute him by lethal injection in 2022.
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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
A top DJT investor says it has sold most of its shares in Trump Media
A top investor in Trump Media & Technology Group has shed most of its position in the Truth Social owner, according to a filing.
Trump debuts new merch: Watches selling for up to $100,000
Former President Donald Trump announced the new watch line on Truth Social, describing the timepieces as "truly special."
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.
Old newspaper dispensers deliver Narcan overdose reversal drug instead of news
Thirteen states in Appalachia join others in placing free boxes of naloxine in metal dispensers once used for newspapers, as part of Save a Life Day.
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces arraignment on federal indictment
NYC Mayor Eric Adams is scheduled to appear in court today after his indictment on federal bribery and wire fraud charges.
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.
Harris to call for tougher security measures during trip to southern border
Vice President Kamala Harris will deliver remarks in Douglas, Arizona, her first trip to the U.S.-Mexico border since becoming the Democratic nominee for president.
Iranian hackers charged in alleged targeting of Trump campaign, sources say
The FBI launched probes earlier this summer after both the Trump and then-Biden campaigns experienced attempted phishing schemes targeting people associated with the candidates, sources told CBS News in August.
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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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.
Free COVID tests are back. But there are more accurate tests for sale.
The latest round of COVIDTests.gov will again rely on less sensitive "antigen" tests.
Old newspaper dispensers deliver Narcan overdose reversal drug instead of news
Thirteen states in Appalachia join others in placing free boxes of naloxine in metal dispensers once used for newspapers, as part of Save a Life Day.
Harris' emphasis on maternal health care pays dividends with Black women voters
Polls are showing renewed support from Black women voters for the Democratic ticket. Vice President Kamala Harris has backed key health priorities for Black women.
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New Chinese nuclear attack submarine sank, U.S. officials says
The U.S. official said it was "not surprising" that China's navy would conceal it. The submarine's current status is unknown.
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How CBS News tracked down romance scammers preying on Americans
Chocolates, flowers and gold mines: A CBS News investigation reveals the lengths scammers go to to romance and rob unsuspecting Americans.
Johnson demands Ukraine's Zelenskyy fire ambassador amid Trump rift
Republicans are claiming election interference after Zelenskyy visited Pennsylvania earlier this week.
Israel hammers Hezbollah as U.S. and France push for a cease-fire
President Biden and his French counterpart say an Israel-Hezbollah cease-fire is needed now to avoid a potentially "much broader conflict."
World's longest-serving death row inmate cleared of 1966 murders
The ruling by Tokyo's Shizuoka District Court brought an end to Iwao Hamakada's status as the world's longest serving death row inmate.
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Nevada Supreme Court orders dismissal of Nathan Chasing Horse sex abuse case
The Nevada Supreme Court left open a possibility for charges to be refiled.
Cate Blanchett on "Disclaimer"
Academy Award-winning actor Cate Blanchett joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new psychological thriller, "Disclaimer."
Disney+ to hike prices and crack down on password sharing
Disney follows in the footsteps of Netflix in looking to convert Disney+ password-borrowers into paying customers.
Disney+ cracks down on password sharing
Disney+ is the latest of the major platforms to crack down on sharing outside of the home. The company announced Wednesday that users will have to pay $6.99 a month for each additional user on the basic plan, which includes ads, or $9.99 for those with the ad-free option, and only one additional member is allowed per account.
Hoda Kotb says she's leaving NBC's "Today" show
Hoda Kotb has been the co-anchor of "Today" for more than five years.
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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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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.
California Democrats on gas, oil
Some of California's Democratic state politicians say they are voting against clean energy measures and climate legislation for economic reasons connected to their constituents. CBS News Sacramento's Julie Watts reports.
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Details emerge on suspect after 3 family members killed in Vermont
A search of Brian Crossman Jr.'s cell phone found multiple internet searches related to serial killers and unresolved murders, police said.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces arraignment on federal indictment
NYC Mayor Eric Adams is scheduled to appear in court today after his indictment on federal bribery and wire fraud charges.
Inside look at Ghana romance scam operations
Men and women in the U.S. looking for love online are being tricked by young men trained to scam them. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta followed the money all the way to Ghana.
Why Eric Adams was indicted
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is facing decades in prison if convicted on federal charges unsealed Thursday. Adams denies any wrongdoing. CBS News crime and public safety senior coordinating producer Anna Schecter reports.
Eric Adams denies federal charges
A defiant Eric Adams denied allegations made in a federal indictment that was unsealed Thursday. Adams is now the first sitting mayor in New York City's history to be indicted on federal charges. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports following Adams' remarks.
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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.
When and how to see September's Harvest Moon
The September Harvest Moon will see a partial lunar eclipse, peaking the night of Tuesday, Sept. 17.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
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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.
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.
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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Hurricane Helene makes landfall
Hurricane Helene has made landfall in Florida, about 10 miles away from Perry. The Category 4 storm is now expected to head north through Georgia, where it will carry dangerous winds and flooding that could lead to landslides in southern Appalachia.
Helene to bring life-threatening storm surge
The National Hurricane Center is raising the alarm about a life-threatening storm surge from Helene after it makes landfall in Florida on Thursday night. Some parts of Florida's Gulf Coast could see water levels above 15 feet. CBS News meteorologist and hurricane expert David Yeomans looks at the storm's path and the dangerous storm surge threatening the region.
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.
Inside look at Ghana romance scam operations
Men and women in the U.S. looking for love online are being tricked by young men trained to scam them. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta followed the money all the way to Ghana.
An inside look at an elaborate romance scam
Operating out of underground boiler rooms across Ghana, online criminal syndicates prey on older Americans, running sophisticated scams that break hearts and empty bank accounts. Ghanaian scammers told CBS News they prefer targeting men as they are easier to trap and less likely to report the scam because of their deep shame. Debora Patta reports.