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Rivals Saudi Arabia and Iran weigh closer ties
In a potentially historic move, Iran and Saudi Arabia appear to be moving closer to easing tensions after decades of hostilities. Top diplomats from both countries recently held secret bilateral talks in Iraq. GZero Media's Signal newsletter senior editor Alex Kliment joins CBSN to break down the latest developments.
U.S. and Iran to hold indirect talks
This week, intermediaries will meet in Vienna to begin indirect negotiations on efforts to get the U.S. and Iran back into compliance with the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, which the Trump administration pulled out of in 2018. Barak Ravid, Axios contributor and author of "Axios from Tel Aviv," joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Iran weighs next move in nuclear program
The world is waiting to see how Iran will respond to the assassination of its top nuclear scientist, and the potential shift in the U.S. approach to the region under the Biden administration. Contributing correspondent and author of "Axios from Tel Aviv" Barak Ravid joined CBSN to discuss the latest.
Iran threatens EU nations as it admits lying over plane crash
With nuclear deal crumbling, the regime has warned the European signatories their troops in the Mideast "could be in danger."
Pompeo: Soleimani killing part of global strategy
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says the killing of top Iranian military commander Qassem Soleimani is part of a broader strategy to combat worldwide threats. This comes amid mixed messages from the Trump administration over the "imminent threats" Soleimani posed to U.S. troops and diplomats in the Middle East. CBS News State Department and foreign affairs reporter Christina Ruffini joins CBSN with the latest developments.
Protests in Iran over regime downing plane
There's growing outrage in Iran after regime leaders admitted mistakenly shooting down a Ukrainian passenger plane. Witnesses say riot police and security forces fired live ammunition and tear gas at anti-government demonstrators over the weekend. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer joins CBSN with the latest.
GOP congressman tweets fake photo of Obama with Iran's president
The photo showed a handshake between Mr. Obama and Rouhani that never happened with the caption, "The world is a better place without these guys in power."
Iran announces planned nuclear activity
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani announced Tuesday the country will begin injecting gas into centrifuges at its Fordow nuclear facility. The move is a clear violation of the 2015 nuclear agreement that the U.S. pulled out of last year. Behnam Ben Taleblu, senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, joined CBSN to discuss the implications of Iran's latest move.
Iran accused of new breach of nuclear deal; releases tanker
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani doubled down on his intention to move forward with nuclear development
Iran's president says "single blunder" could "fuel big fire" in Persian Gulf
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on Wednesday spoke about his country's relationship with the U.S.
Climate change front and center as U.N. gathers for annual summit
An initiative sparked by a young climate activist will steal a lot of limelight, but crises in the Mideast, Asia and even the U.K. will also come to the fore in New York
Iran to breach limits of nuclear deal
The already high tensions between the U.S. and Iran are rising Sunday after Tehran confirmed it would be enriching uranium above agreed-upon limits. USA Today's Washington Bureau chief Susan Page joins CBSN's Dana Jacobson to discuss what happens next.
Trump suggests war with Iran "wouldn't last very long"
"We are in a very strong position," Mr. Trump says in response to questions if war with Iran was on the horizon
Trump set to impose new Iran sanctions
President Trump is set to impose new sanctions on Iran. This comes after the country downed a U.S. drone and allegedly attacked oil tankers in the Middle East. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy reports from Washington, and Asha Castleberry, a national security analyst, U.S. Army veteran and foreign policy professor at George Washington University, joined CBSN to explain the latest developments.
Trump orders strike on Iran, then calls it off
President Trump says he called off military strikes on Iran because the Pentagon estimated 150 people would have been killed. He said three sites were originally targeted and more sanctions were issued. CBS News foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata has the latest from the United Arab Emirates, and McClatchy military and veterans reporter Tara Copp join CBSN with more.
Pompeo: The real challenge is inside Iran
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says he is open talks with Iran "with no preconditions." However, Iran says the comments are just wordplay. Behnam Ben Taleblu, senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, joined CBSN AM to discuss what this means.
Iran's harsh sentence for human rights lawyer
There's global outrage over Iran's harsh sentencing of a prominent human rights lawyer. Nasrin Sotoudeh's family says she was sentenced to 38 years in prison and 148 lashes. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer joins CBSN to discuss the case and women's rights in Iran.
Prominent human rights lawyer faces imprisonment in Iran
Nasrin Sotoudeh, who has defended women protesting against hijab laws is accused of "encouraging prostitution and corruption"
Iran marks 40 years of Islamic rule; goads U.S. and threatens Israel
Well-worn chant of "Death to America" echoes in streets again as leaders mock U.S. and vow military build-up — and regular Iranians suffer
Iran warns of "war situation" as Trump's toughened sanctions kick in
President Hassan Rouhani strikes defiant tone, vows Islamic Republic will keep vital oil income rolling in
U.N. court says U.S. must lift Iran sanctions on "humanitarian" goods
Siding with Iran in decision likely to be ignored by U.S., court says some sanctions could impact "health and lives" in Islamic Republic
Iran's top diplomat defends comparing Trump to Nazis
"A huge number of people died - a huge number of innocent people who died. But- it does not justify depriving others of their homeland," said Zarif
Pompeo: Iranian president's comparison of Trump to Nazis "outrageous"
The secretary of state also addressed the decision of five world powers to continue economic relationships with Iran
Pompeo on Rouhani's comments on Trump
In this excerpt of Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's live conversation with "CBS This Morning" co-host Norah O'Donnell, Pompeo says Iran President Hassan Rouhani's comments on President Trump's "tendencies resembling a Nazi disposition" is "among the most outrageous things" he's ever heard.
Trump to sign order today to begin dismantling Education Department
Completely eliminating the department would require approval from Congress, which isn't certain.
Georgetown University researcher detained by ICE, sources say
Badar Khan Suri, an Indian national who was studying and teaching on a student visa, is being held in a detention facility in Louisiana.
Idaho murders suspect bought knife before killings, prosecutors say
Prosecutors say the man charged in the stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students bought a knife and sheath online in the months before the killings.
Plane in deadly Alaska crash was overweight for icy conditions, NTSB says
A preliminary report from the National Transportation Safety Board said the commuter plane that crashed in Alaska, killing 10, was overweight for the weather.
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Google finds 10,000 fake listings on Google Maps, sues alleged network of scammers
A small business owner flagged a possible impersonator on Google Maps. Google's investigation found it was just the tip of the iceberg.
Pentagon removes, then restores webpage on Jackie Robinson's military career
The Pentagon ordered a digital refresh to remove content featuring DEI, which has led to the removal in some cases of pages recognizing significant figures in the U.S. military's history.
Tech says ride operator ignored his safety concerns before teen's fatal fall
A maintenance technician says he raised safety issues with the operators of an Orlando thrill ride, the Free Fall, before a 14-year-old boy fell to his death, but his concerns were never addressed.
U.S. falls to lowest-ever ranking on 2025 World Happiness Report
The United States fell to its lowest-ever place on the World Happiness Report, while Finland remained in the top spot and Mexico and Costa Rica moved up.
Minnesota Senate Republicans will move to expel state Sen. Justin Eichorn
Minnesota Senate Republicans on Thursday will make a motion to expel their colleague Sen. Justin Eichorn following a federal criminal charge that he attempted to solicit sex from a minor.
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Plane in deadly Alaska crash was overweight for icy conditions, NTSB says
A preliminary report from the National Transportation Safety Board said the commuter plane that crashed in Alaska, killing 10, was overweight for the weather.
Ride operator accused of ignoring safety concerns before teen's fatal fall
A maintenance technician says he raised safety issues with the operators of an Orlando thrill ride, the Free Fall, before a 14-year-old boy fell to his death, but his concerns were never addressed.
Idaho murders suspect bought knife, sheath before killings, prosecutors say
Prosecutors say the man charged in the stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students bought a knife and sheath online in the months before the killings.
What to know about the first day of spring
The first day of spring, also known as the vernal equinox, has arrived in the Northern Hemisphere on March 20, 2025.
Third youth arrested, charged with murder in death of bicyclist caught on video
A third teen has been arrested in a fatal hit-and-run police say targeted a bicyclist on his way to work in Albuquerque, N.M. in May 2024.
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Red Lobster seeks to adjust to a changing economy
Red Lobster CEO Damola Adamolekun took over last September, shortly after the chain closed many locations and filed for bankruptcy.
Trump trade wars could tank foreign tourism in the U.S., report finds
President Trump's aggressive trade policies and barbed rhetoric threatens to discourage foreign travelers from visiting the U.S., economists say.
Lean Cuisine, Stouffer's frozen meals recalled over wood-like material
Nestlé USA cites consumer complaints, including "one potential choking incident" for recalling products sold nationwide.
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, but trims growth outlook
Fed Chair Jerome Powell cites "high uncertainty" around the impact of Trump administration tariffs on key trading partners.
Ben & Jerry's claims CEO was unlawfully fired over political issues
Ice cream maker alleges CEO David Stever was fired for upholding company's social mission and that its parent company violated their contract.
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Man convicted in series of drive-by shootings at homes of New Mexico lawmakers
The former Republican candidate was convicted of orchestrating shootings at the homes of four Democratic officials, including the current state House speaker.
Georgetown University researcher detained by ICE, sources say
Badar Khan Suri, an Indian national who was studying and teaching on a student visa, is being held in a detention facility in Louisiana.
Minnesota Senate Republicans will move to expel Sen. Eichorn
Minnesota Senate Republicans on Thursday will make a motion to expel their colleague Sen. Justin Eichorn following a federal criminal charge that he attempted to solicit sex from a minor.
Trump to sign order today to begin dismantling Education Department
Completely eliminating the department would require approval from Congress, which isn't certain.
Trump appointee Pete Marocco hands control of USAID to DOGE official
Acting USAID Deputy Administrator Pete Marocco handed off control of the foreign aid agency to a DOGE official.
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U.S. falls to lowest-ever ranking on 2025 World Happiness Report
The United States fell to its lowest-ever place on the World Happiness Report, while Finland remained in the top spot and Mexico and Costa Rica moved up.
Smartphone addiction is leading to "brain rot," doctors say
Research has shown that smartphone addiction causes major increases in brain activity, requiring the brain to work harder to complete simple tasks.
How smartphone addiction may be hurting our brains
Research is showing that smartphone addiction can lead to "brain rot," requiring the brain to work harder to complete simple tasks. Meg Oliver has more on why doctors are saying it is important for our mental health to learn to unplug.
Lean Cuisine, Stouffer's frozen meals recalled over wood-like material
Nestlé USA cites consumer complaints, including "one potential choking incident" for recalling products sold nationwide.
Feeling anti-social? You're not alone. But here's why it could hurt your health.
Loneliness can impact both your mental and physical health. Here's what to know, according to experts.
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Prosecutor probing alleged cartel killing site vows "truth will come out"
Charred bones and hundreds of articles of clothing and other personal effects were found at a location dubbed by local media as the "ranch of horror."
What to know about the first day of spring
The first day of spring, also known as the vernal equinox, has arrived in the Northern Hemisphere on March 20, 2025.
U.S. falls to lowest-ever ranking on 2025 World Happiness Report
The United States fell to its lowest-ever place on the World Happiness Report, while Finland remained in the top spot and Mexico and Costa Rica moved up.
Construction work unearths remains of 33 skeletons, woman's shoe
So far, 33 skeletons have been found near a notorious prison, officials said. The grisly find included the discovery of footwear, including the remnants of a woman's shoe.
Retired Israeli general says Gaza strikes will mean more dead hostages
As Israel's renewed strikes kill hundreds in Gaza, a retired Israeli general says the assault will mean "more hostages dead," too.
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Whitney Cummings on turning postpartum struggles into comedy
Comedian Whitney Cummings, co-creator of "Two Broke Girls," returns for another year of her "Big Baby" tour, blending sharp humor with her new experiences as a mother.
Annaleigh Ashford on the true story behind new series "Happy Face"
Tony award-winner Annaleigh Ashford spoke to "CBS Mornings" about the new true crime series "Happy Face," preparing for her role and advocacy for victims' families.
Daniel Stern on his career, new book
From "Home Alone" to "City Slickers," Daniel Stern has been a Hollywood staple for decades. In his new book, "Home and Alone," he shares personal stories about his biggest roles, career highs, and lessons learned.
Annaleigh Ashford on "Happy Face"
Tony Award winner Annaleigh Ashford takes on the real-life story of Melissa Moore in Happy Face, a Paramount+ true crime drama about a woman who discovers her father is a notorious serial killer. She joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the gripping series and working alongside Dennis Quaid.
Whitney Cummings on comedy, motherhood
Comedian Whitney Cummings, co-creator of "Two Broke Girls" and star of "Whitney," is back on the road for the second year of her "Big Baby" tour. Fresh off welcoming her first child, she brings her unfiltered take on motherhood and everyday life to the stage.
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Smartphone addiction is leading to "brain rot," doctors say
Research has shown that smartphone addiction causes major increases in brain activity, requiring the brain to work harder to complete simple tasks.
How smartphone addiction may be hurting our brains
Research is showing that smartphone addiction can lead to "brain rot," requiring the brain to work harder to complete simple tasks. Meg Oliver has more on why doctors are saying it is important for our mental health to learn to unplug.
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.
China EV maker BYD says new cars can be charged in 5 minutes
New flash-charging system can power cars for 250 miles in close to the same time it takes to refuel a gas tank.
Google parent Alphabet to buy Wiz cybersecurity firm for $32 billion
The agreement comes after the cybersecurity startup rejected Google owner's original $23 billion proposal last July.
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New evidence about dark energy may be "cusp of a major discovery"
The new findings come from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI), which sits on a telescope at the Kitt Peak National Observatory in Arizona.
Construction work unearths remains of 33 skeletons, woman's shoe
So far, 33 skeletons have been found near a notorious prison, officials said. The grisly find included the discovery of footwear, including the remnants of a woman's shoe.
Astronauts return after extended space stay
Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunny Williams returned to Earth on Tuesday in a SpaceX capsule after their original 8-day mission turned into more than nine months at the International Space Station. As they celebrate with their families, their next challenge will be adjusting to the pull of gravity on Earth.
Webb telescope's images of exoplanets "stunned researchers," NASA says
The gas giants outside our solar system are not capable of hosting extraterrestrial life, but do offer clues in a lingering mystery about how distant planets form, researchers said.
Fusion energy: Unlocking the power of the stars
Scientists are conducting experiments to generate clean energy through fusion, the same sub-atomic reaction that powers our Sun, with the aim of constructing plants that produce more energy than they consume. Correspondent Ben Tracy visits the National Ignition Facility, in Livermore, Calif., where the largest laser ever built is used as part of the process; and Commonwealth Fusion Systems in Massachusetts, where super-heated plasma burns around 180 million degrees Fahrenheit.
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Prosecutor probing alleged cartel killing site vows "truth will come out"
Charred bones and hundreds of articles of clothing and other personal effects were found at a location dubbed by local media as the "ranch of horror."
Idaho murders suspect bought knife, sheath before killings, prosecutors say
Prosecutors say the man charged in the stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students bought a knife and sheath online in the months before the killings.
Third youth arrested, charged with murder in death of bicyclist caught on video
A third teen has been arrested in a fatal hit-and-run police say targeted a bicyclist on his way to work in Albuquerque, N.M. in May 2024.
Man convicted in series of drive-by shootings at homes of New Mexico lawmakers
The former Republican candidate was convicted of orchestrating shootings at the homes of four Democratic officials, including the current state House speaker.
Midwife charged with providing illegal abortions
A certified nurse midwife and a medical assistant were both charged this week with performing illegal abortions and practicing without a medical license. The midwife operated three unlicensed clinics near Houston, Texas, prosecutors said. A birth center owner who employed the midwife spoke to Janet Shamlian about the case.
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New evidence about dark energy may be "cusp of a major discovery"
The new findings come from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI), which sits on a telescope at the Kitt Peak National Observatory in Arizona.
Sunset on the moon seen in stunning images taken by lunar lander
Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost Mission 1 lander marked the first successful commercial moon landing.
SpaceX return went well, says astronomer
When Starliner astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams were launched into space in June 2024, they were planning on an 8-day mission. They have now spent 286 days in space, orbited the Earth more than 4,500 times and traveled more than 121 million miles. Chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute Derrick Pitts and former NASA astronaut Dr. Tom Marshburn describe the mission. CBS News' Mark Strassmann and Bill Harwood report.
Astronauts exit SpaceX capsule
The SpaceX capsule carrying Starliner astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams opened and its crew members exited after landing on Earth. This was their first time back on Earth after 286 days in space. Crew-9 mission members Nick Hague and Aleksandr Gorbunov also left the spacecraft. Former NASA astronaut Dr. Tom Marshburn and CBS News' Bill Harwood have more.
NASA astronauts splashdown off Florida coast
The SpaceX Dragon spacecraft carrying astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams landed on Earth on Tuesday, splashing down off the coast of Florida. This ended the Starliner astronauts' mission which lasted over nine months on the International Space Station. CBS News' Bill Harwood, former NASA astronaut Dr. Tom Marshburn, and CBS News' Mark Strassmann break it down.
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Israelis launch new ground operation in Gaza
Israeli's military says it intercepted a missile fired by Yemen's Houthi rebels toward Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport Wednesday night. Meanwhile, Israeli forces have resumed ground operations in southern and central Gaza. CBS News contributor Robert Berger has the latest on the fighting in the Middle East.
Deadline for details on deportation flights
The judge who ordered the Trump administration to turn around deportation flights to El Salvador is giving the Justice Department until noon Thursday to provide details on those flights. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Trump executive order to dismantle DOE
President Trump is expected to sign an executive order Thursday afternoon that would begin the dismantling of the Department of Education, though the department's full closure would require approval from Congress. CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand reports on that and Mr. Trump's phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
The challenges facing casual dining restaurants
Red Lobster is among more than a dozen casual dining chains that filed for bankruptcy in 2024. Now, its new CEO is attempting to reinvigorate and reinvent it in a challenging economic climate. Elise Preston reports.
High Point makes March Madness after 25 years
March Madness has finally arrived in the world of college basketball. The first rounds of the men's and women's NCAA Tournament begin this week. One team looking to steal the spotlight this year is the High Point Panthers from North Carolina. They make their March Madness debut against Perdue on Thursday. Alan Huss, head coach of the High Point Panthers men's basketball team, joins "The Daily Report."