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President Biden delivered a farewell address on Thursday at the Department of Defense. asking, "If we don't lead the world, who will lead the world?" CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang breaks it down.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was hospitalized for two weeks at the start of 2024 for complications arising from surgery to treat prostate cancer.
In an interview that aired on "CBS Sunday Morning" this weekend, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spoke about the strengths of a diverse military that he's seen throughout his career. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
The nation's first African American Secretary of Defense talks about the responsibilities of the job, and the importance of a diverse fighting force.
Lloyd Austin spent more than four decades in uniform, and has led America's military for the last four years, since President Biden picked him to become the nation's first African American Secretary of Defense. During a visit to West Point (his alma mater), Austin talked with CBS News national security correspondent David Martin about the responsibilities of a defense secretary, and the importance of a diverse fighting force.
The strikes, which destroyed an eight-story building and left a crater in the ground, were the fourth in Beirut in less than a week.
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin is weighing in on anti-personnel mines that the U.S. will supply Ukraine for its war against Russia. This comes as warnings emerge of a Russian "significant air attack" on Ukraine. CBS News' Ellee Watson reports.
The trilateral amphibious training between Australia, Japan and the U.S. Marine rotational force in northern Australia will begin in 2025 with Exercise Talisman Sabre.
The Pentagon expects to spend about $250 million on suicide prevention in 2025, the largest amount of funds the Defense Department has ever invested.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Thursday that 8,000 North Korean troops have been deployed to Ukraine's border and are expected to engage in combat for Russia. Blinken said the use of North Korean troops is a sign of desperation and weakness from Russian President Vladimir Putin.
North Korea test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile Thursday that could potentially reach the U.S. mainland. In response, the U.S. and South Korean air forces staged joint aerial drills.
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said North Korean troops dressed in Russian uniform appear to be moving toward the Russia-Ukraine border. Austin called the matter "pretty serious" and said the U.S. will continue to work with allies to discourage Russia's actions.
U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has expressed concerns to his Israeli counterpart, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, about Israeli strikes against the Lebanese Army as well as the amount of aid getting into Gaza. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin confirmed Wednesday there is evidence that North Korea has sent troops to Russia. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin confirmed there is evidence of North Korean troops in Russia. Austin stipulated it's not yet clear what they are doing there. In June, Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un signed a partnership agreement. CBS News national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata breaks down what's known.
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin made an unannounced visit to the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv Monday morning as concerns rise in Ukraine over the U.S. election and how that will affect the war with Russia. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee has more.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said U.S. Air Force B-2 bombers were part of an operation to conduct "precision strikes" on five underground weapons storage locations in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said "it is a critical moment" in the war against Russia as news of more U.S. aid emerges. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata has the latest.
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has announced an additional $250 million in security assistance for Ukraine as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy presses his allies for more weapons. The news comes as Russia continues its onslaught on Ukraine with another wave of missile and drone attacks overnight. Senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
Lloyd Austin announces more support for Ukraine at a "critical moment" in the war with Russia, as Zelenskyy says his partners' promises are unfulfilled.
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has ordered a guided missile submarine to the Middle East and is telling an aircraft carrier strike group to speed up its arrival to the region. The threat of possible attacks from Iran and Hezbollah on Israel looms following the killings of Hamas' political leader and a top Hezbollah commander. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
Defense attorneys argue Austin may have exercised undue influence in killing the deals.
The U.S. is sending more forces to the Middle East as tensions escalate. The Pentagon announced on Friday it is sending a fighter jet squadron and maintaining an aircraft carrier in the region to help defend Israel and weaken possible attacks from Iran.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is expected to announce the enhancement of U.S. Forces Japan into a three-star command that will help the U.S. more closely work alongside Japanese forces.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is making his 11th trip to the Indo-Pacific as secretary just days after Chinese and Russian bombers were intercepted for the first time ever off the coast of Alaska.
Two people were killed and six others were hospitalized after a Thursday shooting at Florida State University.
President Trump could give up on efforts to end the war in Ukraine "in a matter of days," Rubio says, highlighting the administration view that it's "not our war."
A tranche of records on Robert F. Kennedy's 1968 killing are being unsealed at the urging of the senator's son, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Stephanie Horowitz said she knew what was happening on Florida State's campus before the shooting was confirmed Thursday because she is a survivor of the 2018 shooting in Parkland.
Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen says he met Thursday with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who immigration officials admitted was deported by error to El Salvador.
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
Law enforcement said the suspected shooter is the 20-year-old son of a Leon County sheriff's deputy and a student at FSU.
Victor Perez had autism, cerebral palsy and was nonverbal, though there is no indication the responding officers were aware of that.
Netflix's international hit "Adolescence" has been a wakeup call for many adults about an online world of hate that's radicalizing teenage boys.
Two people were killed and six others were hospitalized after a Thursday shooting at Florida State University.
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Since mid-January, the dollar has fallen 9% against a basket of currencies, a rare and steep decline.
The blackout hit Puerto Rico as the largely Catholic residents of the U.S. territory prepared to celebrate the Easter weekend.
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Since mid-January, the dollar has fallen 9% against a basket of currencies, a rare and steep decline.
The stock and bond markets are closed for Good Friday, but will reopen on Monday, following the Easter holiday.
Rated as one of the top 10 most popular cars sold in the U.S. in 2024, the Civic model is currently sourced in both countries.
President Trump has suggested stripping Harvard of its tax-exempt status, a step that experts say would be unusual and face legal challenges.
President Trump could give up on efforts to end the war in Ukraine "in a matter of days," Rubio says, highlighting the administration view that it's "not our war."
A tranche of records on Robert F. Kennedy's 1968 killing are being unsealed at the urging of the senator's son, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
A federal judge has imposed new restrictions on the Department of Government Efficiency's access to Social Security systems that hold personal data on millions of Americans.
The White House is starting to rebuild the National Security Council with aides top officials believe are staunchly aligned with President Trump's agenda.
Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen says he met Thursday with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who immigration officials admitted was deported by error to El Salvador.
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
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.
Some employees working on the CDC's measles response were warned they could face layoffs.
Food safety inspections would be left to state and local authorities under the plan being developed by the FDA.
Eli Lilly and Co., the maker of Zepbound and Mounjaro, announced a successful Phase 3 trial for a once-daily GLP-1 pill for diabetes and weight loss.
The remains found at the site were wrapped in textiles and buried with honor, researchers said.
Netflix's international hit "Adolescence" has been a wakeup call for many adults about an online world of hate that's radicalizing teenage boys.
A "quiet photo that speaks loudly," of a Palestinian boy who lost both arms in an Israeli strike, has been selected as the 2025 World Press Photo of the year.
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
President Trump could give up on efforts to end the war in Ukraine "in a matter of days," Rubio says, highlighting the administration view that it's "not our war."
Netflix's international hit "Adolescence" has been a wakeup call for many adults about an online world of hate that's radicalizing teenage boys.
The Netflix limited series "Adolescence" centers on a young boy who commits an act of violence under the influence of misogynist content online. The show, which is set in the U.K., has reached 120 million views and started a global discussion.
With Tony nominations just days away, Tom Francis talks to Adriana Diaz about starring with Nicole Scherzinger in the hit revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical.
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
Skye P. Marshall also worked in the pharmaceutical industry before she pursued acting. She spoke with "CBS Mornings" about the transition and starring in the legal drama, "Matlock."
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
A federal judge ruled Thursday that Google is a monopolist in markets for online advertising technology. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady has the details.
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.
A national lost-and-found database run by the nonprofit Petco Love has helped reunite more than 100,000 families with missing animals.
The ruling involving Google's online ad technology follows a similar case last year in which Google's search engine was declared a monopoly.
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
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.
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.
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?
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
New details have emerged about some of the victims in the Florida State University mass shooting. Two people were killed and six others were injured when a shooter opened fire on the Tallahassee campus on Thursday, police said. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more on the investigation.
Classes at Florida State University are canceled Friday following a mass shooting on the campus in Tallahassee that killed 2 people and injured six others. Police are investigating a motive for the shooting. CBS News' Kati Weis and Anna Schecter have more.
Crime and safety reporter Anna Schecter joins us with new details after a deadly campus shooting at Florida State University left two dead and six injured. The suspect is in custody.
After 30 years behind bars, the Menendez brothers are trying to shorten the life sentences they are serving for killing their parents. However, a resentencing hearing scheduled for Thursday was delayed after an appeal by the L.A. district attorney.
Students will be allowed to return to Florida State University's campus on Friday, a day after a shooter opened fire, killing two people and injuring six others. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry has more from Tallahassee.
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
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.
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.
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.
Aisha Bowe and Amanda Nguyen talk to "CBS Mornings" about how the Blue Origin spaceflight changed them for the better.
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
The next round of nuclear talks between the U.S. and Iran are set to take place on Saturday in Rome. Osamah Khalil, an associate professor of history in the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs at Syracuse University, joins CBS News 24/7 for a preview.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio signaled his frustration with the peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, saying the Trump administration may "move on" from negotiating a deal if progress isn't made soon. BBC News' James Waterhouse and CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi have more.
New details have emerged about some of the victims in the Florida State University mass shooting. Two people were killed and six others were injured when a shooter opened fire on the Tallahassee campus on Thursday, police said. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more on the investigation.
The power is almost fully restored in Puerto Rico on Friday after an island-wide blackout. Officials said 99% of the power is back on just in time for Easter celebrations.
President Trump said he's looking forward to the Supreme Court hearing arguments on his birthright citizenship order. CBS News' chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford breaks down the case and what the justices will be looking at.