U.S. announces new sanctions against Nicaragua
Some of the new sanctions are being taken to address "significant concern" about the Nicaraguan government's "continued repression" of the Nicaraguan people.
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Director of Miss Nicaragua charged with 'beauty queen coup' plot
Nicaraguan police say they want to arrest the director of the Miss Nicaragua pageant, accusing her of intentionally rigging contests so that anti-government beauty queens would win the pageants as part of a plot to overthrow the government.
Nicaragua releases prisoners to U.S.
Nicaragua has released more than 200 political prisoners to the U.S., including at least one American. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe joins John Dickerson on "Prime Time" with more.
Democracy lost in Nicaragua
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega has had his political opponents beaten and thrown in jail and passed legislation making criticism of the government a form of treason. Sharyn Alfonsi reports on the loss of democracy in Nicaragua.
How Daniel Ortega tightened his grip on power in Nicaragua
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega has had his political opponents beaten and thrown in jail and passed legislation making criticism of the government a form of treason. Sharyn Alfonsi reports on the loss of democracy in Nicaragua.
Biden imposes sanctions on Nicaragua
President Biden signed legislation imposing sanctions on Nicaragua President Daniel Ortega's government. This comes after Ortega won a fourth term in what the U.S. calls a "sham" election. Eric Farnsworth, vice president of the Council of the Americas and the Americas Society, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero for more.
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Democracy lost in Nicaragua
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega has had his political opponents beaten and thrown in jail and passed legislation making criticism of the government a form of treason. Sharyn Alfonsi reports on the loss of democracy in Nicaragua.
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How Daniel Ortega tightened his grip on power in Nicaragua
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega has had his political opponents beaten and thrown in jail and passed legislation making criticism of the government a form of treason. Sharyn Alfonsi reports on the loss of democracy in Nicaragua.
Wives of jailed Nicaraguan political prisoners speak to 60 Minutes
Nicaraguan dictator Daniel Ortega has tightened his grip on power by making dozens of arrests of political opponents, journalists and protesters. Sunday, 60 Minutes speaks to the wives of two imprisoned men who were planning to oppose Ortega in next week's elections.
The wives of Nicaraguan political prisoners
Nicaraguan dictator Daniel Ortega has tightened his grip on power by making dozens of arrests of political opponents, journalists and protesters. Sunday, 60 Minutes speaks to the wives of two imprisoned men who were planning to oppose Ortega in next week’s elections.
"Riverdale" creator pleads for father's release
"Riverdale" creator Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa is pleading for the release of his father, who is a political prisoner in Nicaragua and a critic of the country's president, Daniel Ortega.
Bipartisan bill introduces bill to extend TPS for Nicaraguans
Lawmakers have also introduced bipartisan legislation to grant Venezuelans TPS, but the White House has not taken an official stance on it
Thousands fleeing violence in Nicaragua
Thousands of people are fleeing violence in Nicaragua as the government cracks down on pro-democracy protesters. The UN refugee agency says around 8,000 people have fled to Costa Rica since protests erupted in April. Suyen Barahona Cuan, the president of the Sandinista Renovation Movement, joins CBSN to discuss the latest developments.
Thousands fleeing violence in Nicaragua after deadly crackdown on protests
Costa Rica says nearly 8,000 Nicaraguans have filed asylum claims since anti-government protests began in April
Political crisis in Nicaragua continues
The United Nations says thousands of people are fleeing violence and unrest in Nicaragua. Protests have rocked the country since April and have claimed more than 400 lives. CBS News correspondent Manuel Bojorquez speaks to CBSN about his recent experiences reporting in the country.
Protests against Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega
In Nicaragua, hundreds of protesters turned out demanding President Daniel Ortega's resignation.The deadly clashes between protesters and police began more than three months ago. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Unrest in Nicaragua
Four more people died during protests in Nicaragua Tuesday, as President Daniel Ortega refuses to step down. CBS News correspondent Manual Bojorquez travels to Jinotega and speaks with a widow whose partner died amid the unrest.
Brazilian student gunned down in latest wave of violence in Nicaragua
The shooting comes after President Daniel Ortega claimed things were returning to normal in the country, despite ongoing protests
Deadly protests continue in Nicaragua as demonstrators clash with police
Many of the protesters say they're being threatened and forced to flee their towns
Ortega says he won't step down
In a rare interview, Nicaragua's President, Daniel Ortega said he will not step down from office despite pro-democracy protestors calling for his resignation. Ortega blamed the opposition for the deadly violence which has plagued the country in recent months. Juan Sebastian Chamorro, executive director of the Nicaraguan Foundation for Economic and Social Development, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss the latest.
Ortega interview sparks outrage
Pro-democracy protesters in Nicaragua are demanding President Daniel Ortega step down following months of violence. Suyen Barahona Cuan, president of the Sandinista Renovation Movement, joins CBSN to explain how she and other protesters want to transform Nicaragua.
Ortega rejects demands to step down
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega is blaming pro-democracy protesters for the wave of turmoil hitting the country. He blasted opposition demonstrations in a rare interview yesterday while refusing to step down in order to restore peace. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez takes CBSN through the latest from Managua, Nicaragua.
Nicaraguan president, protesters remain defiant amid bloodshed
Some protesters say they are prepared for civil war as President Daniel Ortega refuses to relinquish power
Russia's Putin declares temporary Easter ceasefire in Ukraine
The temporary truce will be between 6 p.m. local time on Saturday and midnight on Monday, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.
Supreme Court temporarily blocks new deportations under Alien Enemies Act
In a brief order, the court directed the Trump administration not to remove Venezuelans held in Texas' Bluebonnet Detention Center "until further order from this court."
What we know about the victims of the FSU mass shooting
Two people were killed and six others were hospitalized after a Thursday shooting at Florida State University.
2 Pentagon officials fired amid sweeping leak investigation
Two Pentagon officials were terminated Friday after they were suspended earlier this week, escalating a week of turmoil at the Department of Defense.
U.S. and Iran hold second negotiations over Tehran's nuclear program
That the talks are even happening represents a historic moment, given the decades of enmity between the two countries since the 1979 Islamic Revolution and the U.S. Embassy hostage crisis.
NASA's most senior astronaut returns to Earth with two cosmonauts
Pettit, NASA's oldest active astronaut, is celebrating his 70th birthday while landing in Kazakhstan after 220 days in space.
Judge blocks Trump admin. from making changes to passport gender markers
In its lawsuit, the ACLU described how one woman had her passport returned with a male designation while others are too scared to submit their passports because they fear their applications might be suspended and their passports held by the State Department.
Anti-Trump rallies held across the U.S. to protest administration's policies
Some of the protests are drawing on themes from the American Revolutionary War, as Saturday marks 250 years since the Battles of Lexington and Concord in Massachusetts launched the conflict.
Vance mets Vatican No. 2, have "exchange of opinions" over migrants, prisoners
The Vatican stated that Vance, who converted to Catholicism in 2019, met with the secretary of state, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, and the foreign minister, Archbishop Paul Gallagher.
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3 people killed after small plane crashes into Nebraska river
A small plane crashed into a river in Nebraska on Friday, killing all three people aboard, according to the Dodge County Sheriff's Office.
NASA's most senior astronaut returns to Earth with two cosmonauts
Pettit, NASA's oldest active astronaut, is celebrating his 70th birthday while landing in Kazakhstan after 220 days in space.
Anti-Trump rallies held across the U.S. to protest administration's policies
Some of the protests are drawing on themes from the American Revolutionary War, as Saturday marks 250 years since the Battles of Lexington and Concord in Massachusetts launched the conflict.
Former President Bill Clinton returns to Oklahoma City 30 years after bombing
Bill Clinton was president on April 19, 1995, when a truck bomb exploded, destroying a nine-story federal building in downtown Oklahoma City.
Judge to allow "bushy eyebrows" testimony in Bryan Kohberger trial
Kohberger, 30, is charged with murder in the stabbing deaths of Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves at a rental home in Idaho near campus.
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Trump is studying how to remove Fed Chair Powell, adviser says
Trump administration economist Kevin Hassett said Powell's removal is being studied by the president and his team.
Here's the magic number Americans say they need for retirement
Americans have big financial goals for what they think they'll need for a comfortable retirement, a new survey finds.
Ford says it could raise prices this summer if tariffs remain in effect
Ford's vehicle prices could rise this summer if 25% auto tariffs remain in place, the company said in a memo to dealers.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Dollar's decline raises worries investors are losing trust in the U.S.
Since mid-January, the dollar has fallen 9% against a basket of currencies, a rare and steep decline.
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Vance mets Vatican No. 2, have "exchange of opinions" over migrants, prisoners
The Vatican stated that Vance, who converted to Catholicism in 2019, met with the secretary of state, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, and the foreign minister, Archbishop Paul Gallagher.
U.S. and Iran hold second negotiations over Tehran's nuclear program
That the talks are even happening represents a historic moment, given the decades of enmity between the two countries since the 1979 Islamic Revolution and the U.S. Embassy hostage crisis.
Supreme Court temporarily blocks new deportations under Alien Enemies Act
In a brief order, the court directed the Trump administration not to remove Venezuelans held in Texas' Bluebonnet Detention Center "until further order from this court."
Judge blocks Trump admin. from making changes to passport gender markers
In its lawsuit, the ACLU described how one woman had her passport returned with a male designation while others are too scared to submit their passports because they fear their applications might be suspended and their passports held by the State Department.
Student has visa revoked just days after getting new job, work permit
After graduating in Boston, an international student was hired as a quantitative analyst and even received his work permit days ago. Then, an email changed everything.
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Her sore throat turned into a month-long ICU stay. Doctors were stumped.
Vanessa Abraham thought her symptoms were a bad flu — until she collapsed to the floor struggling to breathe.
Trump administration replaces COVID websites
The Trump administration has moved to replace websites that previously offered health information and access to COVID tests and treatment.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Obesity doctor touts new weight loss drug
There may soon be a new medication option for losing weight. Eli Lilly's experimental pill appears to work as well as the injected drug Ozempic to lower the weight of diabetes patients. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
CDC scraps plan to help Texas schools curb measles over layoffs, employee says
Some employees working on the CDC's measles response were warned they could face layoffs.
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NASA's most senior astronaut returns to Earth with two cosmonauts
Pettit, NASA's oldest active astronaut, is celebrating his 70th birthday while landing in Kazakhstan after 220 days in space.
Vance mets Vatican No. 2, have "exchange of opinions" over migrants, prisoners
The Vatican stated that Vance, who converted to Catholicism in 2019, met with the secretary of state, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, and the foreign minister, Archbishop Paul Gallagher.
Gunmen disguised as soldiers kill 12 spectators at cockfight
Footage of the shooting, circulated on social media, showed spectators flinging themselves to the ground and taking cover under their seats.
Russia's Putin declares temporary Easter ceasefire in Ukraine
The temporary truce will be between 6 p.m. local time on Saturday and midnight on Monday, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.
Documentary tells the stories of young survivors of Hamas terror attack
Young survivors shared their stories of surviving Hamas' terror attack in "The Children of October 7," soon streaming on Paramount+.
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Documentary tells the stories of young survivors of Hamas terror attack
Young survivors shared their stories of surviving Hamas' terror attack in "The Children of October 7," soon streaming on Paramount+.
Sir Woman performs "Making Love"
The soulful music of "Sir Woman" is the solo project of singer-songwriter Kelsey Wilson, an Austin-based artist who first gained fame as the co-founder of the indie-pop band "Wild Child." During a 2019 break from the band, Wilson launched this project, blending R&B, funk and pop into a fresh new sound. Earlier this year, Sir Woman released "It All Works Out," the first half of a new double album. The second half, "If It Doesn't," is set to release in mid-May. Now, from that new double album, here is Sir Woman with "Making Love."
Sir Woman performs "Circles"
The soulful music of "Sir Woman" is the solo project of singer-songwriter Kelsey Wilson, an Austin-based artist who first gained fame as the co-founder of the indie-pop band "Wild Child." During a 2019 break from the band, Wilson launched this project, blending R&B, funk and pop into a fresh new sound. Earlier this year, Sir Woman released "It All Works Out," the first half of a new double album. The second half, "If It Doesn't," is set to release in mid-May. Now, from that new double album, here is Sir Woman with "Circles."
Sir Woman performs "Highroad"
The soulful music of "Sir Woman" is the solo project of singer-songwriter Kelsey Wilson, an Austin-based artist who first gained fame as the co-founder of the indie-pop band "Wild Child." During a 2019 break from the band, Wilson launched this project, blending R&B, funk and pop into a fresh new sound. Earlier this year, Sir Woman released "It All Works Out," the first half of a new double album. The second half, "If It Doesn't," is set to release in mid-May. Now, from that new double album, here is Sir Woman with "Highroad."
How to watch WrestleMania 41 and more key details on the 2025 WWE matches
The WWE's 41st WrestleMania event is finally here. Here's what time it starts and how to watch all the action on night 1 and night 2.
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Fake job seekers are flooding the market, thanks to AI
Companies say fake job seekers are using artificial intelligence to get remote jobs, often in an attempt to steal insider secrets.
Scientist on reviving extinct dire wolves
Biotech company Colossal Bioscience has made headlines for saying it brought the dire wolf species back from extinction. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser spoke with the company's chief science officer, Beth Shapiro, who broke down the science and motivations behind the project.
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.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Judge: Google is online advertising monopoly
A federal judge ruled Thursday that Google is a monopolist in markets for online advertising technology. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady has the details.
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NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
Breaking down the return of dire wolves
Colossal Biosciences says it successfully gene-edited gray wolves to carry traits of the extinct dire wolf. Founder and CEO Ben Lamm and Chief Science Officer Beth Shapiro discuss the research and rising controversy.
Scientists find "strongest evidence yet" of life on distant planet
A British-U.S. team of researchers detected signs of two chemicals in the planet's atmosphere long considered to be "biosignatures" indicating extraterrestrial life.
Can climate change really create zombie fungi, like in "The Last of Us"?
As the HBO series "The Last of Us" returns, fans wonder: How much of the chilling storyline about a fungal zombie pandemic is rooted in reality?
NOAA could face 25% budget cut, slashing climate research, in draft proposal
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
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Judge to allow "bushy eyebrows" testimony in Bryan Kohberger trial
Kohberger, 30, is charged with murder in the stabbing deaths of Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves at a rental home in Idaho near campus.
Gunmen disguised as soldiers kill 12 spectators at cockfight
Footage of the shooting, circulated on social media, showed spectators flinging themselves to the ground and taking cover under their seats.
FSU shooting victim speaks out from hospital
Tallahassee police said there was no connection between the Florida State University shooting suspect, 20-year-old Phoenix Ikner, and the victims. CBS News' Kati Weis and Anna Schecter have more details.
FSU student shares his experience following deadly shooting
Florida State University classes were cancelled Friday following Thursday's deadly shooting, as authorities continue to investigate the incident. Philip Allison, an FSU student who works at the student union, joins "The Daily Report" to recount the active shooter situation.
Witness, 11, points to father's suspected killer: Sister's forbidden boyfriend
In an exclusive interview, with "48 Hours," Sierra Friar recalls the day her sister and father vanished.
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NASA's most senior astronaut returns to Earth with two cosmonauts
Pettit, NASA's oldest active astronaut, is celebrating his 70th birthday while landing in Kazakhstan after 220 days in space.
NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
Astronomer on new evidence pointing to life
Astronomers say they have discovered "the strongest evidence yet" of life on a distant planet, although, they stress that more research is needed. Chief astronomer and planetarium director of the Franklin Institute Derrick Pitts joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Scientists find "strongest evidence yet" of life on distant planet
A British-U.S. team of researchers detected signs of two chemicals in the planet's atmosphere long considered to be "biosignatures" indicating extraterrestrial life.
Gayle King on how space flight changed her
A day after her flight to space, Gayle King speaks with "CBS Evening News" co-anchor Maurice DuBois about how the trip has changed her.
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A new spin on a centuries-old tradition
For more than a thousand years, Christian pilgrims and those seeking self-reflection have embarked on the Camino de Santiago, a network of hiking routes through France, Portugal and Spain that all meet in the Spanish city of Santiago de Compostela. The ancient tradition is finding new life in the 21st century.
Sir Woman performs "Making Love"
The soulful music of "Sir Woman" is the solo project of singer-songwriter Kelsey Wilson, an Austin-based artist who first gained fame as the co-founder of the indie-pop band "Wild Child." During a 2019 break from the band, Wilson launched this project, blending R&B, funk and pop into a fresh new sound. Earlier this year, Sir Woman released "It All Works Out," the first half of a new double album. The second half, "If It Doesn't," is set to release in mid-May. Now, from that new double album, here is Sir Woman with "Making Love."
Creator talks "The Children of October 7"
One in six children worldwide live in a conflict zone, according to the United Nations. A social media influencer turned filmmaker was drawn to those children more than a year after Hamas' Oct. 7 terror attack on Israel. Montana Tucker talks about the making of "The Children of October 7" a new MTV documentary on Paramount Plus.
Sir Woman performs "Circles"
The soulful music of "Sir Woman" is the solo project of singer-songwriter Kelsey Wilson, an Austin-based artist who first gained fame as the co-founder of the indie-pop band "Wild Child." During a 2019 break from the band, Wilson launched this project, blending R&B, funk and pop into a fresh new sound. Earlier this year, Sir Woman released "It All Works Out," the first half of a new double album. The second half, "If It Doesn't," is set to release in mid-May. Now, from that new double album, here is Sir Woman with "Circles."
Sir Woman performs "Highroad"
The soulful music of "Sir Woman" is the solo project of singer-songwriter Kelsey Wilson, an Austin-based artist who first gained fame as the co-founder of the indie-pop band "Wild Child." During a 2019 break from the band, Wilson launched this project, blending R&B, funk and pop into a fresh new sound. Earlier this year, Sir Woman released "It All Works Out," the first half of a new double album. The second half, "If It Doesn't," is set to release in mid-May. Now, from that new double album, here is Sir Woman with "Highroad."