Super rare fancy blue diamond fetches almost $44M at auction in Geneva
Only three fancy vivid blue diamonds over 10 carats in weight have come up for sale at Christie's auction house since the company was founded in 1766.
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Michelle Yeoh marries Jean Todt in Geneva after 19-year engagement
The Oscar-winning star of "Everything Everywhere All at Once" wed her longtime partner Jean Todt, nearly two decades after the former Ferrari executive proposed to her.
Putin and now-deposed Afghan president among top gift givers to Bidens in 2021
Federal documents say the items were transferred to the National Archives, a requirement for any gift to a U.S. official valued at more than $415.
WHO reports 90% drop in world COVID-19 deaths since February
The head of the World Health Organization says there's "cause for optimism."
COVID deaths are at lowest point since March 2020, WHO says
At a press briefing in Geneva, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the world has never been in a better position to stop COVID-19.
Russian diplomat resigns over war in Ukraine: "Never have I been so ashamed"
A veteran Russian diplomat to the U.N. Office at Geneva says he resigned and sent a scathing letter denouncing the "aggressive war unleashed" by President Vladimir Putin.
Blinken talks with Russia over Ukraine
On Friday, Secretary of State Anthony Blinken will meet with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Geneva. Holly Williams is in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv, talking to locals about their fears for a Russian invasion.
Special Report: Biden addresses Putin meeting
President Biden took questions from reporters Wednesday after meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Geneva, Switzerland. Mr. Biden said, "I did what I came to do," while Putin called it a "constructive" meeting. "CBS Evening News" anchor Norah O'Donnell anchors a CBS News Special Report from Geneva with analysis from CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes, Eurasia Group President Ian Bremmer and CBS News senior national security contributor Michael Morell, former acting and deputy director of the CIA.
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Biden prepares to meet with Putin; couple makes history in fight for unified family
President Biden to address the nation in aftermath of Trump victory
President Biden will address the nation on the election results and the transition of power, with his predecessor set to return to the White House.
Trump wins, Harris says "do not despair." See the live results map
Former President Donald Trump will return to the White House after securing victories in several battleground states.
Watch Kamala Harris deliver concession speech: "When we lose an election, we accept the results"
Donald Trump has won a second term in the White House after surpassing the 270 electoral votes needed for victory, CBS News projected Wednesday morning.
5 ways Trump's presidency could affect the economy — and your money
Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election is likely to have a major impact on the economy. Here's what to know.
Here's what to expect with the Fed's rate cut decision today
The Federal Reserve will make a rate cut decision on November 7. Here's what economists expect.
What will happen to Tim Walz after Donald Trump's presidential win?
What will happen to the Minnesota governor after his failed vice presidential bid? Here's what we know.
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Republicans flip key seats to win control of Senate
Republicans flipped the Senate with projected wins in a number of key races, cementing their majority in the upper chamber.
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Live House election results for 2024 races
Control of the House is in limbo as votes continue to be tallied.
Analysis reveals composition of mysterious black balls on beaches
An environmental agency says black balls that washed up on Sydney beaches aren't tar, but a "complex composition" of "mixed waste."
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President Biden to address the nation in aftermath of Trump victory
President Biden will address the nation on the election results and the transition of power, with his predecessor set to return to the White House.
Residents warned after 40 monkeys escape research facility
Traps have been set up and thermal imaging cameras are being used in an effort to locate the fugitive monkeys, police said.
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Plea deals revived for alleged 9/11 mastermind, 2 others, defense official says
A military judge has ruled that plea agreements struck by alleged Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants are valid, a government official said Wednesday.
USDA ban on school lunch fees for low-income families begins in 2027
Struggling families pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically, according to CFPB report.
Justice Dept., special counsel in talks about how to wind down Trump prosecutions
President-elect Trump faced two federal prosecutions brought by special counsel Jack Smith last year.
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USDA ban on school lunch fees for low-income families begins in 2027
Struggling families pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically, according to CFPB report.
Trump's win could lead companies to push up prices. Here's why.
President-elect Donald Trump's vow to raise tariffs could have Americans paying more for goods, from toys to auto parts, experts say.
5 ways Trump's presidency could affect the economy — and your money
Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election is likely to have a major impact on the economy. Here's what to know.
How business leaders and other groups are reacting to Trump's win
Some prominent business leaders praised Trump's victory, while some nonprofits called his win "a disaster."
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon won't join Trump administration
Jamie Dimon will continue to lead JPMorgan Chase despite speculation he could be in the running for Treasury secretary.
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Trump wins 2024 presidential election. See the live results map.
Former President Donald Trump is projected to return to the White House after securing victories in several battleground states.
President Biden to address the nation in aftermath of Trump victory
President Biden will address the nation on the election results and the transition of power, with his predecessor set to return to the White House.
Key deadlines for the 2024 election results certification process
President-elect Donald Trump has been projected to win the 2024 presidential race, but there are still several key dates ahead in the certification process.
See which states Trump won in the 2024 election that he didn't win in 2020
In 2020, President Biden won six of these seven battleground states. In 2024, President-elect Trump will win at least five.
Justice Dept., special counsel in talks about how to wind down Trump prosecutions
President-elect Trump faced two federal prosecutions brought by special counsel Jack Smith last year.
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USDA ban on school lunch fees for low-income families begins in 2027
Struggling families pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically, according to CFPB report.
Trump's White House return poised to tangle health care safety net
Former President Donald Trump's election victory and looming return to the White House will likely bring changes that scale back the nation's public health insurance programs.
Tips for a range of post-election emotions, according to experts
From a favored candidate's loss to navigating conversations with family members who voted differently, here's how to manage your mental health after a tumultuous election — and resources if you need additional support.
What to know about fluoride in water following RFK Jr.'s health claims
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s recent comments on fluoride are prompting questions about its safety in drinking water. Here's what to know.
Election day stress? Here are last-minute tips, according to experts
As tensions mount on Election Day 2024, here are some last-minute tips to ease stress and anxiety, according to experts.
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Analysis reveals composition of mysterious black balls on beaches
An environmental agency says black balls that washed up on Sydney beaches aren't tar, but a "complex composition" of "mixed waste."
European agency says 2024 is "virtually certain" to be warmest year on record
Climate scientists working at the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service have announced that 2024 is "virtually certain" to be the warmest year on record.
Plea deals revived for alleged 9/11 mastermind, 2 others, defense official says
A military judge has ruled that plea agreements struck by alleged Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants are valid, a government official said Wednesday.
Hurricane Rafael knocks out power in Cuba, weeks after nationwide blackout
Cuba was without power nationwide for the second time in just weeks, as Hurricane Rafael made landfall on Wednesday afternoon.
"Most mysterious song on the internet" identified after 17 years
The mystery song is called "Subways of Your Mind," and was recorded by a little-known 1980s German band called FEX.
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Luke Grimes on "Yellowstone" season five
As the hit series "Yellowstone" approaches its season finale, Luke Grimes joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss what fans can expect from the intense final episodes.
Christina Ricci on new tarot card deck
Famous for her iconic Halloween roles, Christina Ricci is diving into new territory with a tarot card deck and guidebook inspired by her life and career.
Shaboozey on journey to stardom
With "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" hitting No. 1 and two CMA nominations, Shaboozey opens up to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about his journey to the top.
"Most mysterious song on the internet" identified after 17 years
The mystery song is called "Subways of Your Mind," and was recorded by a little-known 1980s German band called FEX.
Ian Bohen talks "Yellowstone"
Ian Bohen, who plays Ryan on the hit show "Yellowstone," joined "CBS Mornings" to talk about the second half of the series' fifth season
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Officials sound alarm over fake election videos
Three top government agencies are calling out two fabricated videos spreading lies about early voting, and they say a familiar foe is to blame. Nicole Sganga has more.
In Elon Musk's "election integrity" community on X, false claims proliferate
Elon Musk is encouraging X users to report instances of voter fraud in a new group on the platform. Many of the posts are unsubstantiated or false.
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.
Reddit stock price soars after social media player reports rare profit
Reddit's stock leaps nearly 40% after the social media company reported a quarterly profit amid strong user growth.
Report probes phone companies over robocalls
While scam phone calls have slightly decreased in the last three years, scam texts have tripled. A consumer report found that phone companies need to do more to prevent robocalls and texts for customers. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen has more.
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How 2024 races may affect U.S. climate policy
The presidential race and high-profile congressional contests may be dominating election coverage and fundraising, but many local and state elections are poised to affect the nation's progress on climate action and the shift toward clean energy. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has more.
Halloween weather breaks records
East Coast and southern U.S. states experienced high temperatures this Halloween, with the heat forecast set to break records. CBS News 24/7 anchor Lana Zak reports on the weather and how New Yorkers celebrated the festivities.
New research on climate and extreme weather
A new report from the World Weather Attribution group has found that the 10 deadliest weather events of the last 20 years were intensified by manmade climate change. CBS News climate correspondent David Schecter has more.
The Climate Election: Transportation, explained
Transportation is a lifeline, but experts say it's aging, underfunded and unable to withstand more frequent and intense extreme weather events. And if changes aren't made quickly, the EPA says the costs will be "steep," with hundreds of billions of dollars of damage every year.
The Climate Election: Disaster recovery
Hurricane Helene is one of the deadliest hurricanes to make landfall in the mainland U.S. For many places across Florida, Tennessee and the Carolinas, recovery could take months or even years — and the next president will play a vital role in what that process looks like when they take office in three months. Here's what to know about Project 2025, former President Donald Trump's and Vice President Kamala Harris' stances on extreme weather, disaster recovery, and the root of the increasing frequency and power of storms — climate change.
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Man who dismembered woman after watching "Dexter" is sentenced
Cory Martin watched crime shows, including "Dexter" and "The First 48," for tips on how to get away with the killing, prosecutors said.
Doctor who poisoned his mother's partner gets 31 years in prison
Dr. Thomas Kwan who was disgruntled about his inheritance disguised himself as a nurse to inject Patrick O'Hara with a flesh-eating poison.
Police seize record cocaine haul in banana shipment in Spain
A ship carried crates of bananas that concealed identically designed boxes containing the cocaine, police said.
"Narco sub" carrying 3.6 tons of cocaine intercepted in Pacific
Navy ships arrived to intercept the boat, which was carrying 102 packages filled with bricks of cocaine, authorities said.
4 teens wounded in fight on train involving axe, samurai sword
The teenagers involved were on their way to secondary school, police sources said.
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Cargo ship brings science gear, holiday treats to space station crew
With an Election Day docking, the cargo ship delivered 3 tons of supplies and equipment, including an unusual wooden satellite.
The Taurid meteor showers will peak a week apart in November
Two sister meteor showers are already flashing across night skies — and will peak a week apart.
"Halloween comet" disintegrates after flying close to the sun, video shows
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
Chinese space station gets new crew
A Chinese spacecraft carrying a three-person crew, including the country's first female space engineer, has successfully docked with China's orbiting space station. The launch comes as Beijing works to expand its space exploration and put a person on the moon by 2030.
China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts, including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer, entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.
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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.
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?
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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What to know about Trump's legal cases
CBS News has learned the Department of Justice and special counsel Jack Smith's office are having active discussions about how to wind down the active federal cases against President-elect Donald Trump. Sources say at the center of the discussion is the DOJ's longstanding policy against prosecuting a sitting president and the need to enable a smooth transition to a second term.
Breaking down Trump's transition
President-elect Donald Trump's transition team is laying the groundwork for the new administration. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins "CBS Mornings" to break down who will play pivotal roles in Trump's second term.
Harris concedes race, vows peaceful transfer
As Vice President Kamala Harris conceded the 2024 election to President-elect Donald Trump, her tone was more defiant than defeated. She vowed a peaceful transfer of power as she told supporters not to give up the fight for opportunity, fairness and the dignity of all people.
Luke Grimes on "Yellowstone" season five
As the hit series "Yellowstone" approaches its season finale, Luke Grimes joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss what fans can expect from the intense final episodes.
How immigration played a role in the election
Immigration was a major theme of President-elect Donald Trump's campaign, where he pledged a mass deportation. Polls show he still won many votes from Latino Americans.