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Iran denies role in deadly drone attack on U.S. troops in Jordan
Iran denies any role in the deadly attack on U.S. troops in Jordan, but an Iranian proxy group says it targeted U.S. troops nearby.
Pentagon identifies drone attack victims
The Department of Defense announced Monday that Sgt. William Jerome Rivers, 46, of Carrollton, Georgia, Spc. Kennedy Ladon Sanders, 24, of Waycross, Georgia, and Spc. Breonna Alexsondria Moffett, 23, of Savannah, Georgia, were the three Army reserve soldiers killed during a drone attack at a military base in Jordan Sunday. Deputy Pentagon press secretary Sabrina Singh briefs reporters on the attack and CBS News national security correspondent David Martin shares details from his reporting.
Iran's influence, strategy in the Middle East
The Biden administration says Iran-backed militants are responsible for the deadly drone attack at a U.S. base in Jordan on Sunday as it considers how to respond. Bilal Saab, a director at the Middle East Institute, joins CBS News to discuss Iran's role in the Middle East.
Drone attack at U.S. base in Jordan kills 3
The Biden administration is weighing its options after three American service members were killed and dozens more were injured in a drone attack on a base in Jordan on Sunday. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin has the latest information on the attack and CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports on the White House's efforts to prevent conflicts from expanding in the Middle East.
Kirby on U.S. response to drone attack: "We're not looking for another war"
"We're not looking for another war, but we absolutely will do what we have to do to protect ourselves," John Kirby, a spokesperson for the National Security Council, said on "CBS Mornings."
Deadly attack on U.S. base: What we know
A drone attack over the weekend killed three U.S. service members and injured 34 at a military base in Jordan near the Syrian border. President Biden is vowing a strong response, placing blame on an Iran-backed militia. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin has more on what we know about the attack.
Trump, Haley condemn deadly drone attack
Both Nikki Haley and Donald Trump responded to the drone attack on a U.S. base in Jordan that killed three American service members. Trump said in a social media post that the attack was a "consequence of Joe Biden's weakness" while Haley called the attack shameful at a campaign rally. CBS News campaign reporter Taurean Small has more.
How U.S. could respond to deadly attack
President Biden is vowing to respond after a drone strike killed three U.S. service members and injured dozens more in Jordan over the weekend. This is the first deadly strike on U.S. troops since the start of the Israel-Hamas war. Christopher Miller, former acting secretary of defense for the Trump administration, joined CBS News to discuss how the U.S. could retaliate.
How U.S. may respond to deadly drone attack
National Security Council spokesman John Kirby gives an update on the drone attack at a U.S. base in Jordan that killed three American service members and injured dozens.
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Three U.S. troops killed in drone attack in Jordan; 49ers and Chiefs to face off in Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas.
3 American troops killed in drone attack in Jordan
Three American troops were killed and dozens more were injured in a drone attack on a base in Jordan, U.S. officials said Sunday. President Biden blamed the attack on Iranian-backed militias. David Martin has the latest.
Blinken goes on 4th Israel trip since Oct. 7
Secretary of State Antony Blinken is headed to Israel this week for his fourth visit since the war with Hamas started. Axios world editor Laurin-Whitney Gottbrath joins CBS News to discuss Blinken's goals for the trip.
Fighting reported near second Gaza hospital
Israeli tanks have reportedly surrounded northern Gaza's Indonesian Hospital, where nearly 3,000 Palestinians are sheltering and at least 12 people were killed Monday in artillery fire, according to the Hamas-run Ministry of Health. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports from Jerusalem.
Cease-fire is "the only way forward" in Israel-Hamas war, Jordanian ambassador says
"We're just wondering how far is this going to go? We're calling for a cease-fire," Jordanian Ambassador Dina Kawar told "Face the Nation."
Face The Nation: Kawar, Gallagher, Krishnamoorthi
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on...Dina Kawar, the Jordanian ambassador to the U.S., tells "Face the Nation" that Jordan is calling for a cease-fire in the war between Israel and Hamas, the co-chairs of the House select committee on China, Reps. Mike Gallaher and Raja Krishnamoorthi, tell "Face the Nation" agreed that the White House's aid request for Taiwan and other Asian allies "must pass", and on Capitol Hill this past week, a U.S. senator challenged a testifying witness to a fight and the former House speaker was accused of elbowing a member of Congress. With the presidential election less than a year away, "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan says "let's all bring some civility back to our politics — the serious issues facing our country require it."
Biden addresses Gaza evacuations
President Biden addressed the latest developments at the Rafah crossing between Egypt and Gaza during an address in Northfield, Minnesota, Wednesday. Egypt partially opened its border gates that connect to the Gaza Strip allowing some injured Palestinians, as well as some foreigners, to cross for the first time since Oct. 7.
Who can leave Gaza through Rafah?
The exact number of Americans who left Gaza through the Rafah border crossing with Egypt was unclear Wednesday, but President Biden says the U.S. expects more Americans to cross in the coming days. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the latest on the U.S.'s involvement in the deal to allow some people across the border.
Several Americans evacuate Gaza
Some Americans in Gaza were able to leave through the Rafah border crossing into Egypt, and President Biden says more Americans may follow. Robert Berger, a CBS News contributor, has been following the latest from Israel.
First group of evacuees exit Gaza
The Rafah border crossing opened for some foreigners and wounded civilians to cross from Gaza to Egypt for the first time since the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks on Israel. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee, the BBC's Rushdi Abualouf and CBS News White House reporter Bo Erickson have the latest on the crossing opening and the White House's reactions to Israel's military expansion into Gaza.
Feds say Jordanian in U.S. "trained with weapons" for possible attack
Sohaib Abuayyash, 20, was arrested on Oct. 19. A judge said he had "made statements to others that support the killing of individuals of particular religious faiths."
Next as Israel's rolling start reports emerge
As officials confirm to CBS News that Israel is conducting a rolling start to the ground invasion in Gaza, eyes are on surrounding countries and global reaction. Paul Salem, the president and CEO of the Middle East Institute, joins CBS News with his insight on what may come next in the Israel-Hamas war.
U.S. asking Israel to delay ground offensive
Two sources told CBS News the U.S. has sought to slow Israel's plans for a ground invasion in order to prioritize the release of hostages and the distribution of aid. The White House said Sunday that Israel had agreed to allow a "continued flow of assistance" into Gaza after more than two weeks of a complete blockade cut the Palestinian enclave's roughly 2.3 million inhabitants off from supplies. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee has more.
Ground invasion of Gaza Strip looms
Israeli tanks are lined up at the country's southern border as many anticipate a ground invasion of the Gaza Strip. Meanwhile, Israel warned citizens in Jordan and Egypt to leave the countries immediately because of concerns that they could be targeted. Roxana Saberi has more.
Aid bound for Gaza doesn't include fuel
President Biden, during his visit earlier in the week, got Israel to commit to halting its strikes near the only border crossing between Gaza and Egypt to enable aid to get in, but it remained unclear Friday when the gates will open. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay has the latest.
Watch Live: Biden campaigns in Wisconsin to kick off critical weekend
President Biden is holding a campaign event in Madison, Wisconsin, on Friday afternoon before taping an interview with ABC.
"Dangerous" heat expected to spread up West Coast, break records
The National Weather Service said record-breaking temperatures can be expected throughout the weekend.
Antisemitism in Europe drives some Jews to seek safety in Israel
Despite the war still raging minutes away in Gaza, Jewish families tells CBS News they feel safer in southern Israel than they did in Paris or London.
Beryl makes landfall near Mexico's Tulum, weakens to tropical storm
Beryl was a Category 2 hurricane at landfall and rapidly weakened as it moved inland, but the storm was expected to reintensify in the Gulf of Mexico.
Who is Keir Starmer, the new U.K. prime minister?
With the U.K. Labour Party returning to power after 14 years of Conservative rule, the main appeal of the man taking power may be his dullness.
Vatican excommunicates ex-ambassador to U.S., declares him guilty of schism
Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò, who once served as the Vatican's ambassador to the U.S., was found guilty of schism.
U.S. troops to leave Niger bases this weekend and in August after coup
Unlike the withdrawal from Afghanistan, Air Force Maj. Gen. Kenneth Ekman said the U.S. is not destroying equipment or facilities as it leaves.
Multiple people injured after Utah fireworks show malfunctions
An unknown number of people were injured when fireworks set off during the opening ceremony of the "Stadium of Fire" malfunctioned.
Snakes and other strange items found at TSA checkpoints
Bottles of water and firearms are the most frequently stopped items by TSA officials, but now and then agents come across the unexpected.
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AI company lets dead celebrities read to you. Hear what it sounds like.
ElevenLabs uses AI to capture the voices of deceased performers such as Judy Garland and James Dean.
Even the kitchen sink: Snakes and other strange items found at TSA checkpoints
Bottles of water and firearms are the most frequently stopped items by TSA officials, but now and then agents come across the unexpected.
Kansas Supreme Court rejects 2 anti-abortion laws
Kansas declared in 2019 that abortion access is a "fundamental" right under the state's constitution.
"Dangerous" heat expected to spread up West Coast, break records
The National Weather Service said record-breaking temperatures can be expected throughout the weekend.
Wisconsin Supreme Court allows expanded use of ballot drop boxes
The Wisconsin Supreme Court is changing course and will allow officials to place ballot drop boxes around their communities in this fall's elections in the presidential swing state.
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AI company lets dead celebrities read to you. Hear what it sounds like.
ElevenLabs uses AI to capture the voices of deceased performers such as Judy Garland and James Dean.
Even the kitchen sink: Snakes and other strange items found at TSA checkpoints
Bottles of water and firearms are the most frequently stopped items by TSA officials, but now and then agents come across the unexpected.
Hiring in the U.S. slowed in June, raising hopes for interest rate cuts
Employers added 206,000 jobs last month and the unemployment rate edged higher to 4.1%.
What to look for in the U.S. government's June jobs report
Forecasters expect job numbers on Friday to show slower hiring in June, clearing the way for the Fed to cut interest rates later this year.
Hatch recalls 1 million AC adapters because of shock hazard
Hatch has received two reports of people being shocked after plastic on the product's AC power adapter came off.
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Far-right Trump ally Nigel Farage wins a seat in the U.K. Parliament
Reform UK Party leader Nigel Farage smiled and heckled back at some hecklers as he relished his far-right party's ascent into Parliament.
Wisconsin Supreme Court allows expanded use of ballot drop boxes
The Wisconsin Supreme Court is changing course and will allow officials to place ballot drop boxes around their communities in this fall's elections in the presidential swing state.
Watch Live: Biden campaigns in Wisconsin to kick off critical weekend
President Biden is holding a campaign event in Madison, Wisconsin, on Friday afternoon before taping an interview with ABC.
Israel considers Hamas response to cease-fire proposal
An Israeli delegation headed by Mossad Director David Barnea is traveling to Qatar in a continuation of talks on a potential cease-fire and hostage deal.
Bob Menendez's defense rests without senator testifying in bribery trial
Jurors are expected to have the case by the end of next week.
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Kansas Supreme Court rejects 2 anti-abortion laws
Kansas declared in 2019 that abortion access is a "fundamental" right under the state's constitution.
Insurance wouldn't pay for his vasectomy — coverage could be elusive
An ongoing lawsuit aims to set aside the Affordable Care Act's requirements that insurers cover preventive care, such as contraception.
Here's how many calories the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest winner consumed
Another year of Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest means a lot of calories consumed. Here's the breakdown.
Hatch recalls 1 million AC adapters because of shock hazard
Hatch has received two reports of people being shocked after plastic on the product's AC power adapter came off.
Bird flu confirmed in a Colorado farmworker
A case of H5 influenza, also known as bird flu or avian influenza, has been confirmed in a man who was working at a dairy farm in northeastern Colorado.
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Final push ahead of pivotal French legislative elections
There are 577 seats in the National Assembly, the lower house of parliament. Just 76 deputies were elected with an outright majority in the first round so the majority of seats are still up for grabs.
Far-right Trump ally Nigel Farage wins a seat in the U.K. Parliament
Reform UK Party leader Nigel Farage smiled and heckled back at some hecklers as he relished his far-right party's ascent into Parliament.
U.S. troops to leave Niger bases this weekend and in August after coup
Unlike the withdrawal from Afghanistan, Air Force Maj. Gen. Kenneth Ekman said the U.S. is not destroying equipment or facilities as it leaves.
Antisemitism in Europe drives some Jews to seek safety in Israel
Despite the war still raging minutes away in Gaza, Jewish families tells CBS News they feel safer in southern Israel than they did in Paris or London.
Andrew Tate can leave Romania but must stay in E.U. amid trial court rules
Andrew Tate, a former professional kickboxer and dual British-U.S. citizen, was initially arrested in December 2022 near Bucharest along with his brother Tristan and two Romanian women.
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Las Vegas' Sphere venue showcases student art
The winners were announced in the "XO Student Design Challenge," where students competed to get their artwork displayed on Las Vegas' Sphere venue. The performance venue, with a massive 366-foot high LED exterior, organized the contest to celebrate Independence Day through the eyes of local aspiring artists.
Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest 2024 crowns new champion
It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Patrick Bertoletti is the new men's champion, and Miki Sudo set a new record and retained the women's division title.
How to get featured in Mixtape Music series
Calling all musicians and singers! The deadline to apply to the "CBS Mornings" Mixtape Music competition is in five days. Here are details on how you can join.
Sean "Diddy" Combs faces new lawsuit
A new civil lawsuit against Sean "Diddy" Combs, accusing him of sex trafficking, was filed in New York on Wednesday. Combs already faces allegations of sexual, physical and emotional abuse from at least eight people. He denies those claims.
Robert Hartwell on transforming historic home
Broadway performer Robert Hartwell joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his new show, "Breaking New Ground," which chronicles his two-year journey to renovate a 200-year-old home in Massachusetts.
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AI company lets dead celebrities read to you. Hear what it sounds like.
ElevenLabs uses AI to capture the voices of deceased performers such as Judy Garland and James Dean.
Americans are breaking up with dating apps
Last year, Americans downloaded dating apps more than 36 million times, which is down 16% from 2020. Dating coach Damona Hoffman says an increasing number of her clients are feeling what she calls "dating app burnout," which is stress and fatigue caused by endless swiping.
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.
Cyberattack continues to impact dealerships
More than half of U.S. car dealerships are still struggling with a cyberattack that crippled a key software system, hampering their ability to sell cars. J.D. Power estimates the attack may have caused June retail sales to drop more than 5% compared to last year.
CDK Global cyberattack crippling car dealers
American car dealers could lose nearly $1 billion due to an ongoing cyberattack on software provider CDK Global. Charles Carmakal, chief technology officer of Mandiant Consulting, the security consulting organization of Google Cloud, joins CBS News to discuss how the hack is crippling operations, and what can be done to prevent similar incidents from happening again.
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How to talk to kids about climate change
Recent studies show that kids are increasingly becoming concerned about the effects of climate change. Elizabeth Bagley, the managing director at Project Drawdown, joins CBS News with tips on how to talk to children about the future of the planet.
Giant creature with fangs was around long before dinosaurs, research reveals
Scientists have revealed fossils of a giant salamander-like beast with sharp fangs that ruled waters before the first dinosaurs arrived.
Global shift toward green energy accelerating
A global shift in the way the world produces energy has started. According to the International Energy Agency, the world will spend twice as much on clean energy in 2024, including solar, wind and nuclear, as it will on fossil fuels. John Dickerson explains.
U.S. Army seeks heat safety solutions
The U.S. Army is searching for ways to keep soldiers cool as they face dangerously high temperatures in the field. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter caught up with the solutions being tested.
U.S. is top liquefied natural gas exporter
The United States is now the world's leading exporter of liquified natural gas, or LNG, after the country tripled its output in the past six years, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Some environmentalists say this is defeating the Biden administration's goals of weaning us off fossil fuels to avert climate change-driven catastrophe in the future.
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Andrew Tate can leave Romania but must stay in E.U. amid trial court rules
Andrew Tate, a former professional kickboxer and dual British-U.S. citizen, was initially arrested in December 2022 near Bucharest along with his brother Tristan and two Romanian women.
1 person killed, 8 injured in mass shooting in Philadelphia
Police said an adult was killed and eight other people, some of them teenagers, were hurt in a shooting in Philadelphia on July 4.
8-year-old stabbed to death in Queens, suspect fatally shot by police
An NYPD officer shot and killed a man who allegedly stabbed an 8-year-old boy to death in Queens on Thursday, police say.
2 killed, 3 injured in Chicago shooting
Two women are dead and three children are in the hospital after a shooting in Chicago's Grand Crossing neighborhood. CBS News Chicago's Asal Rezaei reoprts.
Suspect dead after shooting at Yellowstone
A suspect died and a park ranger was injured in a shooting at Yellowstone National Park on Thursday, the National Park Service said. Rangers responded to a report of a man with a gun who was making threats, according to the agency.
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NASA holds off on Starliner's return to Earth
Boeing Starliner commander Barry "Butch" Wilmore and co-pilot Sunita Williams will remain aboard the International Space Station as NASA awaits more technical results before the capsule returns to Earth. CBS News space Analyst Bill Harwood reports.
NASA insists Boeing Starliner crew not "stranded" in space
The problem for NASA and Boeing is that the Starliner's service module is discarded before re-entry and burns up in the atmosphere.
Powerful weather satellite launched for hurricane-hunting duty
The latest GOES satellite will play a critical role in tracking hurricanes and other dangerous storms across North America.
Chinese probe returns to Earth with first samples from far side of moon
China's Chang'e 6 is the first craft ever to collect soil and rock samples from the side of the moon that faces away from Earth into space.
Starliner trip home from ISS delayed
NASA has again postponed the troubled Boeing Starliner's trip home from the International Space Station as crews assess a series of helium leaks. Those leaks had also delayed the first crewed launch of the ship multiple times. Mark Strassmann reports.
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Becky Bliefnick texted about fear of her estranged husband
The Illinois mom wrote, "If something ever happens to me, please make sure the number one person of interest is Tim." Take a look at the evidence that led to Tim Bliefnick's arrest.
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Biden vows staying in 2024 race
President Biden still faces calls for him to withdraw from the 2024 election after last week's lackluster debate performance against former President Donald Trump. CBS News' Natalie Brand breaks down the criticism from voters, donors and politicians.
Essence Festival of Culture in New Orleans
The 30th annual Essence Festival of Culture is underway in New Orleans. Janet Jackson, Usher and Birdman are among the headliners with Vice President Kamala Harris also set to make an appearance. Hakeem Holmes, vice president of the festival, joined CBS News to preview what's in store for attendees.
Labor secretary on June jobs report, Biden
The U.S. economy added 206,000 jobs in June, according to data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Acting Labor Secretary Julie Su joined CBS News to discuss the June jobs report as well as the ongoing questions about President Biden's health.
Political strategists on Biden's campaign
President Biden will try to tamp down concerns about his campaign Friday with a rally in Wisconsin and an interview with ABC's George Stephanopoulos amid growing calls for him to end his reelection bid. Democratic strategist Joel Payne and Republican strategist Marc Lotter joined CBS News to discuss the president's ongoing effort to recover from last week's debate against former President Donald Trump.
Hurricane Beryl makes landfall in Mexico
Hurricane Beryl has come ashore in Mexico as a Category 2 storm, pelting the Yucatan Peninsula with winds over 110 miles per hour. CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian has more from South Padre Island on the Texas Gulf Coast where locals are also reckoning with shark attacks as they prepare for Beryl's potential impact.