Exxon fully withdraws from Russia after Putin seizes assets
Oil giant said the Russian government has "unilaterally terminated" the company's interests in the Sakhalin-1 project.
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Some U.S. cities banning new gas appliances in effort to combat global warming
Los Angeles and New York City are among dozens of local governments mandating that new homes and businesses run their appliances on electricity rather than gas.
Norway detains Russian at border with drones, videos and 3 passports
A judge said there was reason to believe the suspect, who had 3 passports, would "try to escape judicial proceedings unless he is placed in provisional custody."
Eco-activists throw soup on van Gogh's "Sunflowers" in London
The group "Just Stop Oil" said the act was to demand that Britain halt all new oil and gas projects.
France orders striking workers back to oil refineries as pumps run dry
The striking oil workers want a pay rise, arguing their salaries cannot keep up with inflation that has soared to almost 6% in France.
Brits warned Ukraine war could force rolling blackouts this winter
Britain's National Grid said it was just putting people on notice, "given the scale of uncertainty and risks associated with the current geopolitical situation."
"Unprecedented" leaks hit Russia-to-Europe Nord Stream gas pipelines
Both European and Russian officials say sabotage may have caused leaks in the undersea pipes, both of which had stopped but were still full.
U.K. lifts ban on fracking in England despite opposition
The Conservative Party, which is still in power under new leadership, had vowed never to re-allow the controversial gas extraction practice unless it was proven safe.
2 employees killed in blaze at BP refinery in Ohio
Both people were fatally injured in a large fire that broke out Tuesday evening. There was no word on what may have caused the blaze.
Most marine species will face extinction without limiting fossil fuels
A new climate report card paints a grim future if emissions aren't reduced: "Climate change is rewiring marine ecosystems at an alarming rate."
Spain bans offices, bars and shops from setting AC below 80 degrees
The guidelines also include keeping heating at or below 66 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter.
U.N. wants your help defusing "ticking time bomb" of decaying oil tanker
Officials say a fragile ceasefire in Yemen's civil war is a chance to move 1 million barrels of crude off a decrepit oil tanker in the Red Sea, but they need cash.
Syrians search for loved ones who vanished under Assad regime
Syrians disappeared during Bashar al-Assad's rule. Since his fall, Syrians have begun the search for missing loved ones.
Trump's picks for top health jobs not just team of rivals but "team of opponents"
The president-elect's choices to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, as well as agencies such as the National Institutes of Health, FDA and CDC, hold positions on issues including abortion and vaccination that are often at odds.
Mike Waltz says federal agencies "pointing at each other" on drone sightings
Rep. Mike Waltz, likely Trump's incoming national security adviser, said Sunday that "we need to know who's behind" the mysterious drones spotted over New Jersey and surrounding areas.
Land along Florida's southeast coast sinking at unexpected rates, study shows
A study from the University of Miami has startling answers.
7 tourists hospitalized after drinking cocktails at 5-star resort
They fell ill after drinking pina colada cocktails prepared at a bar in the five-star Warwick Fiji resort on the Coral Coast, officials said.
Teen fights for change around AI "nudify" sites
Artificial intelligence is being used to create fake nudes of real people, including minors, on "nudify" websites and apps.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar says presidential pardon process "cries out for reform"
Sen. Amy Klobuchar said the entire presidential pardoning process "cries out for reform" following President Biden's record number of commutations made in a single day last week.
Memphis man convicted of killing his bride on their honeymoon in Fiji in 2022
A man from Memphis, Tenn., Bradley Dawson, has been found guilty by a judge in Fiji of murdering his wife during their honeymoon in 2022, the prosecutor's office says.
Cindy McCain says hunger is a "national security issue" amid global conflicts
Cindy McCain, the executive director of the World Food Programme, said hunger is a "national security issue" amid global conflicts.
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Memphis man convicted of killing his bride on their honeymoon in Fiji in 2022
A man from Memphis, Tenn., Bradley Dawson, has been found guilty by a judge in Fiji of murdering his wife during their honeymoon in 2022, the prosecutor's office says.
Mike Waltz says federal agencies "pointing at each other" on drone sightings
Rep. Mike Waltz, likely Trump's incoming national security adviser, said Sunday that "we need to know who's behind" the mysterious drones spotted over New Jersey and surrounding areas.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar says presidential pardon process "cries out for reform"
Sen. Amy Klobuchar said the entire presidential pardoning process "cries out for reform" following President Biden's record number of commutations made in a single day last week.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 15, 2024
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Rep. Michael Waltz and Cindy McCain join Margaret Brennan.
Cindy McCain says hunger is a "national security issue" amid global conflicts
Cindy McCain, the executive director of the World Food Programme, said hunger is a "national security issue" amid global conflicts.
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Early Popeye among famous entities entering public domain
Popeye, Tintin and "A Farewell to Arms" are among the intellectual properties becoming public domain in the United States on Jan. 1. meaning they can be used and repurposed without the OK of or payment to copyright holders.
Meta, Amazon, tech CEOs sending $1 million each for Trump's inauguration
Tech companies are sending big bucks to President-elect Donald Trump's nonprofit inaugural committee.
Macy's says it will close 65 stores this year
Macy's is accelerating store closures, with plans to shutter more than 50 locations.
Social Security Fairness Act takes big step towards passage
Lawmakers are moving ahead with a bipartisan bill that would provide enhanced Social Security benefits to millions of Americans, but hurdles remain.
McKinsey agrees to $650 million settlement over opioids work
Consulting firm has agreed to pay $650 million to settle a federal investigation into its work for opioids manufacturer Purdue Pharma.
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Sen. Amy Klobuchar says presidential pardon process "cries out for reform"
Sen. Amy Klobuchar said the entire presidential pardoning process "cries out for reform" following President Biden's record number of commutations made in a single day last week.
Rep. Mike Waltz says Orbán "clearly has a good relationship" with Trump
Rep. Mike Waltz said President-elect Donald Trump has a good relationship with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who he said also has ""regular engagement" with Russia amid its war with Ukraine.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 15, 2024
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Rep. Michael Waltz and Cindy McCain join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Sen. Amy Klobuchar on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 15, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Democrat of Minnesota, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Dec. 15, 2024.
Transcript: Gary Cohn on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 15, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with Gary Cohn, IBM vice chairman and first Trump administration economic adviser, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Dec. 15, 2024.
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Trump's picks for top health jobs not just team of rivals but "team of opponents"
The president-elect's choices to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, as well as agencies such as the National Institutes of Health, FDA and CDC, hold positions on issues including abortion and vaccination that are often at odds.
Teenager's mild symptoms were signs of an alarming condition
Lizzie Clark was 13 when she started hearing a constant ringing in her ear. Doctors found a tumor on her facial nerve.
McConnell warns RFK Jr. against effort to undermine polio vaccines
Aaron Siri, an attorney to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., petitioned the FDA to "withdraw or suspend" its approval of a polio vaccine.
What is Red 40 and why hasn't the FDA banned the dye?
The FDA's top food official says the safety of the dye called Red 40 hasn't been assessed in over a decade, despite concerns over its potential behavioral health effects.
Texas sues New York doctor for telehealth abortion pill prescription
Texas has sued a New York doctor for prescribing abortion pills to a Dallas-area woman via telemedicine.
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Thousands feared dead after Cyclone Chido hits French territory Mayotte
Rescue workers are rushing to the French territory of Mayotte in the Indian Ocean after it was devastated by the powerful Cyclone Chido.
"Invisible" cocaine trafficker caught after years as a fugitive
Christopher Neil was arrested in the city of Medellin in an operation by local law enforcement and Interpol.
7 tourists hospitalized after drinking cocktails at 5-star resort
They fell ill after drinking pina colada cocktails prepared at a bar in the five-star Warwick Fiji resort on the Coral Coast, officials said.
Memphis man convicted of killing his bride on their honeymoon in Fiji in 2022
A man from Memphis, Tenn., Bradley Dawson, has been found guilty by a judge in Fiji of murdering his wife during their honeymoon in 2022, the prosecutor's office says.
Hundreds feared dead in French territory of Mayotte after cyclone hits
The death toll in the French territory of Mayotte from Cyclone Chido is "several hundred" and may run into the thousands.
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Maggie Rogers on her long-form music: "I've always loved art that takes time"
The singer-songwriter went from being an NYU music student wowing Pharrell Williams in a viral video, to selling out Madison Square Garden. She talks about musical obsessions, and her appreciation for listeners with patience.
Singer-songwriter Maggie Rogers
Maggie Rogers went from being an NYU music student wowing Pharrell Williams in a viral video, to sharing a stage with Bruce Springsteen, Joan Baez and Coldplay, to selling out Madison Square Garden. The Grammy-nominee talks with correspondent Luke Burbank about her musical obsessions; taking a break from music to enroll in a Harvard program on religion and public life; and her appreciation for listeners with patience.
Nicole Kidman on the challenges of filming "Babygirl"
In her latest film, Nicole Kidman plays a successful CEO who takes up with a much younger intern. She talks about how she chooses such intense and challenging roles.
Extended interview: Nicole Kidman
In this web exclusive, Academy Award-winning actress Nicole Kidman talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about the challenges of her latest film, "Babygirl"; compares the process of acting with what boxers experience; and talks about the benefits of working with women writers and directors. She also discusses the recent loss of her mother, dealing with grief, and why she almost gave up acting.
Nicole Kidman on filming "Babygirl"
In the new film "Babygirl," directed by Halina Reijn, Nicole Kidman plays a successful CEO who seeks fulfillment from an unsatisfying marriage by taking up with a much younger intern. Kidman talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about how she chooses such intense and challenging roles. She also talks about family life with husband Keith Urban, and navigating grief over the recent death of her mother.
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2024 holiday gift ideas from Techno Claus
As the holiday nears, "Sunday Morning" is paid a visit by Techno Claus (a.k.a. David Pogue), who offers valuable gift-giving tips for the gadget lovers on your list.
Appeals court denies TikTok's bid to delay ban
TikTok is now expected to ask the Supreme Court to weigh in.
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.
Important holiday shipping deadlines to know
Americans are expected to spend a record amount this holiday season, but the deadline for those presents to reach their destination is quickly approaching. CBS News correspondent Danya Bacchus has some important dates to remember.
Tech leaders donate to Trump inaugural fund
As President-elect Donald Trump and his team prepare for day one of the new administration, CBS News has learned some major players in Big Tech are sending huge amounts of money their way. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
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ClimateWatch: Looking back on 2024’s extreme weather
In this episode of “ClimateWatch,” CBS national environmental correspondent David Schechter looks back at the devastating hurricanes, landslides, flooding and more that impacted the U.S. this year.
Sustainable gift-giving: How to reduce waste
According to the Center for Biological Diversity, the U.S. creates nearly 6 billion tons more waste in December than in other months. The nonprofit says about 25% of returned products end up in landfills. Sandra Goldmark, a circular economy expert and associate dean at the Columbia University Climate School, joins CBS News to share examples of sustainable, environmentally friendly gifts for everyone on your list.
Insurers pull back wildfire coverage
Increasingly intense wildfires have become more common in California, upending the lives of thousands. Many insurers are dwindling coverage options, leaving several homes in danger. Business Insider senior sustainability reporter Catherine Boudreau joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Study finds young people most at risk of heat
A new Columbia University Climate School study discovered that young people may be most at risk of heat-related deaths. CBS News environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.
Climate change could bring more snow in some areas
Experts predict climate change could actually make snow worse in some areas of the U.S. Meanwhile, nearly two-thirds of the U.S. is seeing less snowfall than in the 1970s. CBS News national climate correspondent Dave Malkoff explains how.
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"Invisible" cocaine trafficker caught after years as a fugitive
Christopher Neil was arrested in the city of Medellin in an operation by local law enforcement and Interpol.
Memphis man convicted of killing his bride on their honeymoon in Fiji in 2022
A man from Memphis, Tenn., Bradley Dawson, has been found guilty by a judge in Fiji of murdering his wife during their honeymoon in 2022, the prosecutor's office says.
CEO murder suspect extradition update
Lugi Mangione, the man accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, could be extradited to New York as early as Tuesday, according to Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. Ali Bauman reports.
Man who attacked, then rescued, ex-wife hoped to be her hero
Morgan Metzer survived a violent attack in her Canton, Georgia, home by an assailant she described as dressed in black and sounding like Batman. The only thing more surprising than the attack itself — was the suspect.
Suspect in the killing of CEO hires former Manhattan prosecutor
Luigi Mangione will be represented by Karen Friedman Agnifilo, who was a high-ranking deputy in the Manhattan district attorney's office for years before entering private practice.
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Here's when, where the Geminid meteor shower will be visible during peak
One of the best meteor showers of the year is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can catch the Geminids.
When you can see the Cold Moon, 2024's final full moon
December's full moon, known as the Cold Moon, is the last full moon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Cold Moon.
Learning from the Ingenuity helicopter's crash landing on Mars
Engineers now say they understand the most likely cause of the Ingenuity helicopter's crash landing on Mars earlier this year.
Emily Calandrelli talks Blue Origin mission
Emily Calandrelli joins "CBS Mornings Plus" after recently becoming the 100th woman ever in space. She and her Blue Origin crewmates traveled over 62 miles above sea level during their mission last month.
Why you shouldn't wait for the Geminid meteor shower peak this year
The Geminid meteor shower this year is set to peak at almost the same time as December's full moon, which could make for challenging viewing conditions.
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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.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
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.
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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12/15: The Takeout: Rep. Seth Moulton
Massachusetts Rep. Seth Moulton joins Major Garrett to discuss the state of the Democratic Party and what it should do to attract voters and make gains in the midterm elections and beyond. Also discussed, are the challenges President-elect Donald Trump faces in handling the fall of Bashar al-Assad in Syria.
House leaders assessment on Havana Syndrome
A new House investigation says it’s likely a foreign adversary was behind some cases of Havana Syndrome, mysterious illnesses suffered by U.S. national security officials.
Fake nudes generated by AI causing real harm
Artificial intelligence is generating fake nudes of real people on “nudify” sites. As one teenage victim learned, not much has been done to stop it.
Hermès and the success of the Birkin bag
Hermès artistic director Pierre-Alexis Dumas takes 60 Minutes into the fashion house’s workshops and shares what it takes to make their coveted handbags.
Syrians look toward a future without Assad
Hope and uncertainty fill the streets of Syria after the fall of Bashar al-Assad. The challenges of rebuilding are enormous after years of civil war.