Michael Douglas visits Israel to show solidarity as war in Gaza continues
Actor Michael Douglas paid a solidarity visit to an Israeli kibbutz that was hit hard in the Oct. 7 Hamas attack that sparked Israel's war against the Islamic militant group.
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Israel continues Rafah offensive
Israel's attack on Rafah continued throughout the weekend as the fate of a cease-fire deal remained uncertain. Imtiaz Tyab has the latest.
UNRWA: "Number one concern" in Gaza is clean drinking water
Scott Anderson, the director of UNRWA, the largest relief agency for Palestinian refugees, tells "Face the Nation" that what Palestinians are lacking are "just basic necessities that we all kind of expect." The "number-one concern," he added, is "access to clean drinking water."
Netanyahu: No cease-fire until objectives achieved
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Saturday indicated that Israel would not agree to a cease-fire until certain conditions are met, including the return of all hostages and the elimination of Hamas' military and governing capabilities. This seemed to contradict President Biden's announcement Friday that Israel had extended a new cease-fire proposal. Imtiaz Tyab reports from Tel Aviv.
Hostage families call for Israel, Hamas to accept proposal pushed by Biden
President Biden urged Hamas to agree on the deal that would release some 100 remaining hostages, along with the bodies of around 30 more.
Biden outlines possible peace plan for Gaza
President Biden outlined a peace proposal to end the war in Gaza on Friday, including a cease-fire, influx of humanitarian aid and a release of hostages. Meanwhile, protests against the war touched off across the nation, leading to dozens of arrests in New York and California.
Breaking down Biden remarks on Trump, Middle East
President Biden broke his silence Friday on former President Donald Trump's conviction in his New York criminal case. His comments preceded remarks about a new Israeli cease-fire proposal. Margaret Brennan and Major Garrett have analysis.
Biden endorses Israeli cease-fire proposal
President Biden has endorsed a new Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza, saying "it's time for this war to end." Ed O'Keefe reports from the White House.
New Israel cease-fire proposal: What we know
President Biden announced Friday that Israel has offered a new road map to bring about a cease-fire in Gaza. The proposal includes the return of all of the hostages and the next phases for the Palestinian territory once the war has ended. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has more.
Trump conviction: Implications for 2024 race
Former President Donald Trump says he will appeal the guilty verdict in his New York criminal case. A jury found the presumptive Republican nominee guilty Thursday on all 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. Katrina Kaufman, Jessica Levinson and Ed O'Keefe join with the latest.
IDF confirms Rafah expansion
The Israeli military has confirmed troops have advanced into Gaza's southern city of Rafah as humanitarian concerns grow for Palestinians seeking refuge there. Hugo Bachega with BBC News, a CBS News partner, has more.
How will Israelis react to a cease-fire plan?
President Biden announced Friday a potential phased deal for a temporary cease-fire between Israel and Hamas that would include the release of the remaining Oct. 7 hostages. Mr. Biden said Israeli officials have agreed to this proposal and that the world should urge Hamas to accept the terms. CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Biden announces Israel's cease-fire proposal
President Biden spoke at the White House on Friday to lay out Israel's roadmap to a cease-fire deal with Hamas. Mr. Biden said the phased deal would include the release of remaining hostages from the Oct. 7 attacks as well as stronger ties to Saudi Arabia. He also made some comments about former President Donald Trump's conviction. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
Biden speaks on Mideast, Trump verdict
President Biden addressed the nation Friday with news of a potential deal laid out by Israel that would establish a temporary cease-fire with Hamas and pave the way for the release of the remaining Oct. 7 hostages. Also, Mr. Biden spoke about former President Donald Trump's criminal conviction in a Manhattan court. Watch CBS News' special report anchored by "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell.
Yemen's Houthis say 16 killed as U.S. drops massive bunker-buster bomb
The Iran-backed Houthis threaten to escalate attacks on Red Sea shipping after strikes by the U.S. and U.K. that the rebels say killed 16 people.
How U.S.-made weapons are being used in Gaza
Dozens were killed in a strike on Sunday that Israel said was targeting two Hamas leaders. Images from the blast site show remnants of what three independent weapons experts told CBS News is an American-made GBU-39 warhead. The Biden administration is coming under increasing pressure to restrict the flow of arms as the civilian death toll in Gaza continues to rise.
Nurse fired for calling Gaza war "genocide" while accepting compassion award
A nurse was fired by a New York City hospital after she referred to Israel's war in Gaza as a "genocide" during a speech accepting an award for her compassion.
Stuart Eizenstat on "The Art of Diplomacy"
American leadership has been tested in several different venues across the globe, from the wars in Ukraine and Gaza to tense relations with China. But the U.S. must rely on diplomacy to reach a peaceful resolution to these global issues. Stuart Eizenstat, who served in six presidential administrations on both sides of the aisle, joins CBS News to discuss his new book, "The Art of Diplomacy," and how the U.S. can navigate its future diplomatic endeavors.
Israel: Hamas war may last through year's end
Israel's national security adviser says he expects military operations to continue in Gaza until the end of 2024. The Israeli government had previously signaled that entering Rafah would be the final stage of its war against Hamas. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports from East Jerusalem.
Experts: U.S.-made bomb used in Rafah strike
After an Israeli airstrike in Rafah over the weekend killed dozens of Palestinians, experts tell CBS News a U.S. bomb was used in the deadly strike. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has more from Jerusalem. Then, CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan joins with analysis.
White House takes questions on Rafah strike
CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe on Tuesday asked National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby how this week's Israeli strike on Rafah that killed dozens in a tent camp hadn't violated a "red line" President Biden had laid out for Israel. Kirby responded, "We don't want to see a major ground operation, we haven't seen that at this point." O'Keefe then asked how many more "charred corpses" Mr. Biden needed to see before changing policy on weapons supplies for Israel. Kirby said, "We don't want to see a single more innocent life taken and I kind of take offense to the question." It was one of several questions Kirby faced about the strike during the briefing.
White House on latest civilian deaths in Gaza
Israel is shifting blame for the strike on Rafah that killed dozens in a tent camp to a secondary explosion that they say could have caused a fire in the camp. On Tuesday, the White House said the latest civilian deaths in Gaza had not crossed the "red line" President Biden warned would cause the U.S. to withhold weapons from Israel. Former DHS assistant secretary for counterterrorism Samantha Vinograd joined CBS News to discuss the situation in Gaza.
Israel pressing on with Rafah ground assault
Palestinians who had fled to Rafah to escape the Israel-Hamas war are now in the path of violence as Israel pushes on with its offensive despite global condemnation. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports. Then, Ky Luu, chief operating officer of International Medical Corps, joins to discuss what aid groups see on the ground.
No change in U.S. policy after Rafah strike
The White House is calling a deadly airstrike on Rafah "devastating" and "heartbreaking." The Israeli strike set fire to a camp housing displaced Palestinians and killed at least 45 people. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more on the Biden administration's response.
Israel's deadly Rafah airstrike
Heavy fighting in Rafah continues, according to reports, after an Israeli airstrike killed dozens of Palestinians refugeed in a tent camp in the southern Gaza city. CBS News contributor Robert Berger has the latest, and CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes breaks down the Biden administration's reaction to Israel's offensive.
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes hold, fueling new push for Gaza truce
As Israel and Hezbollah cease fire after a year, President Biden says Palestinians in war-torn Gaza also "deserve an end of the fighting and displacement."
3 Americans held for years in China released, White House says
Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung have been released from detention, a spokesperson for the National Security Council said.
Trump tariffs could hike prices for many products, including these items
Tariffs on U.S. imports would raise prices for consumers on a range of goods, experts say. Here's what to know.
Trump team says threats, swatting incidents against Cabinet picks being probed
President Biden has been briefed on the incidents and "unequivocally" condemns threats of political violence, the White House said.
Trump tariffs on Canada imports could bring sharply higher gas prices
Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on Canada could increase U.S. gas prices by up to 70 cents a gallon, energy experts say.
Ohio governor signs bill limiting bathroom use by transgender students
A ban on transgender students from kindergarten through college using multiperson bathrooms that fit their gender identities has become law in Ohio.
Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Has tipping reached a tipping point?
A November 2023 survey from the Pew Research Center found that 72% of people think tipping is expected in more places than it was five years ago.
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.
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New Jersey farmers struggle amid drought conditions
Before temperatures dip to single digits, the cranberry bogs at the Lee Brothers Cranberry Farm will have to be flooded to keep the fragile buds from drying out.
Has tipping reached a tipping point?
A November 2023 survey from the Pew Research Center found that 72% of people think tipping is expected in more places than it was five years ago.
Arizona executions to resume, attorney general says
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes said that she will soon seek an execution warrant for Aaron Brian Gunches, who is on death row for killing his girlfriend's ex-husband.
Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
New Orleans community mobilizes to find runaway dog
A scraggly white Terrier named Scrim has captivated the hearts of many in New Orleans hoping to help him back to a safer, easier life in the Big Easy.
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Has tipping reached a tipping point?
A November 2023 survey from the Pew Research Center found that 72% of people think tipping is expected in more places than it was five years ago.
How Trump's economic agenda could affect mortgage rates in 2025
Here's what a noted housing expert thinks will happen to mortgage rates next year as Donald Trump outlines his priorities.
Trump tariffs on Canada imports could bring sharply higher gas prices
Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on Canada could increase U.S. gas prices by up to 70 cents a gallon, energy experts say.
What's hot in kids toys this holiday season — and what to avoid
Consumers are expected to open their wallets this holiday season, with these children's toys high on the list.
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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Ex-Sen. Bob Menendez seeks new trial
Former Sen. Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, was convicted of 16 felony counts in July.
Trump taps retired Gen. Keith Kellogg for Ukraine envoy
Keith Kellogg, a retired lieutenant general, served as national security adviser to former Vice President Mike Pence.
Trump team says threats, swatting incidents against multiple Cabinet picks being investigated
President Biden has been briefed on the incidents and "unequivocally" condemns threats of political violence, the White House said.
Trump team signs some, but not all, critical transition documents
The Trump transition team has yet to sign key agreements with the Justice Department or General Services Administration, White House officials say.
Trump taps Jay Bhattacharya as director of the National Institutes of Health
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who has faced restrictions on social media platforms because of his views, was a critic of pandemic lockdowns and vaccine mandates.
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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.
Why we eat turkey on Thanksgiving, according to history
Why is Thanksgiving traditionally associated with turkey and other specific foods? We asked a history expert why we eat what we do on the holiday.
How to safely cook your turkey — and how long to keep leftovers
If you're looking forward to a delicious — and safe — Thanksgiving dinner with loved ones, here's how to cook your turkey and keep your leftovers safely.
Biden administration set to miss chance to lock in new food guidelines
A federal panel has been meeting for months to draft recommendations.
Trump taps Jay Bhattacharya as director of the National Institutes of Health
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who has faced restrictions on social media platforms because of his views, was a critic of pandemic lockdowns and vaccine mandates.
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Accused "Pink Panthers" member among 11 nabbed in cocaine bust
Police in the Balkans arrested 11 alleged members of a criminal syndicate responsible for smuggling cocaine from South America to Europe, officials said.
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.
Australian lawmakers advance bill to bar under-16s from social media
Australia's House of Representatives has passed a bill that would ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes hold, fueling new push for Gaza truce
As Israel and Hezbollah cease fire after a year, President Biden says Palestinians in war-torn Gaza also "deserve an end of the fighting and displacement."
3 Americans held for years in China released, White House says
Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung have been released from detention, a spokesperson for the National Security Council said.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Grateful Dead remembers band member Phil Lesh
Members of the iconic band, the Grateful Dead, reflected on the impact bandmate Phil Lesh had on their lives and said they had hoped to play together again.
Grateful Dead bandmates remember Phil Lesh
Iconic band The Grateful Dead, is remembering one of the band's original members, Phil Lesh, who died in October at 84 years old. The surviving original members of the band credit Lesh for the impact he made in each of their lives and revealed they were hoping to play together one more time.
Harvey Weinstein accuses Rikers Island of substandard medical treatment
Harvey Weinstein's lawyers filed a legal claim alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic conditions while in custody at Rikers Island.
The Script on loss, resilience in new album
Irish band The Script continues to inspire with hits like "Hall of Fame," while moving forward after the loss of guitarist Mark Sheehan. Danny O'Donoghue talks to Natalie Morales about the band's journey, and how boxing helps him cope.
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Australian lawmakers advance bill to bar under-16s from social media
Australia's House of Representatives has passed a bill that would 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.
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.
Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor
Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.
How AI can help to plan your next vacation
More than one third of travelers says they've incorporated artificial intelligence into their travel planning, according to a recent survey. CBS News compared how efficient booking a trip with the help of AI is compared to doing the research yourself.
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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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Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Accused "Pink Panthers" member among 11 nabbed in cocaine bust
Police in the Balkans arrested 11 alleged members of a criminal syndicate responsible for smuggling cocaine from South America to Europe, officials said.
Bombing suspect on most wanted list arrested
Daniel Andreas San Diego, a suspect in in two 2003 northern California bombings, was arrested in the U.K. this week. San Diego, who had been one of the FBI's most wanted terror suspects, now faces extradition.
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.
Drug cartel reeling in huge profits with illegal fishing in Gulf of Mexico
The cartel allegedly uses fishing boats to smuggle drugs and migrants — and catch tons of red snapper, a commercially valuable but vulnerable species.
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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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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
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Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
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Summer music heats up 2024
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Beloved rescue dog on the loose in New Orleans
Scrim the rescue dog has become a familiar sight to some in New Orleans, as his face has been plastered on missing posters more than once. The well-known rescue dog has escaped once again, but recent sightings give people hope he'll be home again soon. Kati Weis has the story.
Threats made against Trump's picks
The FBI is investigating multiple threats made against some of President-elect Donald Trump's administration picks like Susie Wiles, Pam Bondi, Howard Lutnick and others. CBS News political reporter Libby Cathey has more on the attacks and the Trump transition.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' latest bail request denied
Sean "Diddy" Combs will not get out of jail on bail after a federal judge denied his latest request Wednesday.
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire holds
The fighting between Israeli forces and the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah forced over a million people to leave their homes. Some began returning to Southern Lebanon on Wednesday. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta reports.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons
Something is in the air in New York City --it's the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons! CBS News New York reporter Alecia Reid has more on the characters to expect and what's behind the fun display.