After singer's murder, Peru declares state of emergency in capital
Paul Flores was shot dead by hitmen who attacked a bus he was riding with bandmates as they left a concert outside Lima, officials said.
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Fisherman saved after 94 days adrift at sea
A Peruvian fisherman was rescued after being stranded at sea for 94 days, a navy official said. Maximo Napa, 61, was saved from his small fishing boat Tuesday.
Man found alive after 94 days stranded at sea eating turtles, birds
Maximo Napa was rescued in his small fishing boat after being spotted by an Ecuadoran vessel off the coast of northern Peru.
Journalist shot dead, prosecutor's office bombed in Peru
Gaston Medina previously told the Committee to Protect Journalists he received death threats related to his reporting.
New species, including "blob-headed" fish, identified across world in 2024
Hundreds of new species across the globe were identified by scientists in 2024.
Giant waves kill at least 1 in Ecuador, close ports in Peru
Peru closed 91 of its 121 ports until Jan. 1, authorities said.
Biden attends summit in Peru
President Joe Biden is taking part in the final major international summits of his presidency. On a six-day trip to Latin America, he will be attending meetings of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation in Peru and the G20 summit in Brazil.
Biden says South Korea, Japan alliance is key
President Biden met with South Korea's president and Japan's new prime minister at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit. He said cooperation with the allies is integral to countering North Korea and Russia's cooperation. CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand has more.
Biden to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping
President Biden will attend the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in South America. During the visit, he will meet with allies and Chinese President Xi Jinping. CBS News' Natalie Brand has more.
Biden's meetings with China's Xi, Trump
President Biden is at the APEC summit in Lima, Peru, where he will meet with China's Xi Jinping. CBS News' Natalie Brand has the latest on the significance of the meeting and more details on President-elect Donald Trump's chat with Mr. Biden.
Next for Biden after Trump meeting
President Biden headed to Peru Thursday for the APEC summit where he is meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. This comes after his meeting with President-elect Donald Trump at the White House. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Video captures moment soccer player killed by lightning strike
A local Peruvian soccer match was called off due to weather, but as players left the field, lighting struck, killing one man and wounding five others.
Ex-Peru President Alberto Fujimori, jailed for human rights abuses, dies at 86
Alberto Fujimori, the former Peruvian president whose decade-long presidency ended in a disgrace of autocratic excess that sent him to prison, has died.
Reclusive tribe kills loggers allegedly encroaching on their land
Two other loggers in the attack were missing and another was injured and rescue efforts were underway, a rights group said.
Reclusive tribe attacks loggers with bows and arrows in Peru's Amazon
Illegal logging was apparently taking place on Mashco Piro territory and one logger was injured in the attack, according to a regional Indigenous organization.
Photos show reclusive tribe on Peru beach searching for food
An advocacy group called the photos evidence that logging concessions are "dangerously close" to the tribe's territory.
Archaeologists unearth 4,000-year-old temple and theater in Peru
Archaeologists say the discovery could shed light on early religious practices in the region.
Discovery of U.S. climber's body after 22 years "a shock," family says
Bill Stampfl's clothes were still mostly intact and a gold wedding ring was still on the left hand, police said.
Mummified body of U.S. climber found 22 years after he vanished
William Stampfl's body, clothes, harness and boots had been well-preserved by the cold, according to images distributed by police.
Researchers use drones, A.I. to track infectious disease in tropical regions
Iquitos, Peru cannot be reached by road because of its surrounding jungles and waters, leading to an unwelcome guest: Mosquitoes.
Mother's Day traditions differ across the world — see how other families celebrate
From mariachi serenades to visits to local churches to shared meals, here's how people around the globe honor the family matriarch on Mother's Day.
68-year-old woman ingests nail while eating pork rinds
The 68-year-old Peruvian woman was eating pork rinds when the object became lodged and she threw up blood.
"Aliens" found in Peru are actually dolls made of bones, experts declare
A self-describe "UFOlogist" brought the desiccated figures in front of the Mexican congress last September, claiming they had been recovered near Peru's ancient Nazca Lines and dated over 700 years old.
Spike in migrant crossings at southern border
An unprecedented number of migrants from across the globe are waiting to be processed at the U.S.-Mexico border in hopes of starting the yearslong process to obtain legal status. CBS News immigration and political reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the latest from Arizona.
Peruvian rainforest defender killed returning from environmental workshop
Quinto Inuma Alvarado was shot three times in the back and once in the head, his son said.
Russia frees U.S. dual national Ksenia Karelina in apparent prisoner swap
"American Ksenia Karelina is on a plane back home to the United States," Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, confirming another apparent prisoner exchange with Russia.
Johnson says they "have the votes" to pass budget resolution
House Republicans have been trying to get a budget blueprint for President Trump's agenda over the finish line.
Inflation rate rose by 2.4% last month, showing cooling prices
Inflation cooled in March, but economists expect prices to reaccelerate as some of President Trump's tariffs kick in.
China says it's open to talks as Trump pauses tariffs on other nations
As Trump leaves China alone in facing high U.S. tariffs, Beijing says "the door to talks is open," but dialogue must come with "mutual respect."
Family seeks answers after Maryland tourist found dead on Bahamas beach
Dinari McAlmont was staying with family at the Atlantis resort on Paradise Island in the Bahamas at the time of his death.
H.R. McMaster receives accidental call from President Trump
Sources say former White House national security adviser H.R. McMaster was surprised to hear President Trump's voice on the phone.
You had questions about tariffs. Here's what to know.
President Trump's aggressive use of tariffs has fueled concerns about the economy and roiled the stock market. Watch this CBS News 24/7 special for answers to your questions about tariffs.
Judge convicted of shooting her ex-boyfriend as he slept
Sonya McKnight was taken away in handcuffs after the trial judge rejected a defense request that she be released. She faces up to 60 years in prison.
Hopes fade of finding survivors of roof collapse at Santo Domingo nightclub
Rescue crews in the Dominican Republic dug through the remains of a legendary nightclub whose roof collapsed, but hopes of finding survivors were slim.
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Johnson says they "have the votes" to pass budget resolution
House Republicans have been trying to get a budget blueprint for President Trump's agenda over the finish line.
F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel "The Great Gatsby" turns 100
When F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote "The Great Gatsby" at the height of the roaring '20s, he couldn't possibly realize that the book would emerge as one of the very top contenders for "the great American novel."
Family seeks answers after Maryland tourist found dead on Bahamas beach
Dinari McAlmont was staying with family at the Atlantis resort on Paradise Island in the Bahamas at the time of his death.
$1.68 billion awarded to women who accused James Toback of sexual abuse
Lawyers for 40 women who accused writer and director James Toback of sexual abuse say they were awarded $1.68 billion by a New York jury.
Cannes Film Festival unveils full list of 2025 competition titles
The lineup for the 2025 Cannes Film Festival was unveiled Thursday morning, and includes a mix of names familiar to the competition alongside some relative newcomers.
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Inflation rate rose by 2.4% last month, showing cooling prices
Inflation cooled in March, but economists expect prices to reaccelerate as some of President Trump's tariffs kick in.
China says it's open to talks as Trump pauses tariffs on other nations
As Trump leaves China alone in facing high U.S. tariffs, Beijing says "the door to talks is open," but dialogue must come with "mutual respect."
World markets jump after Trump delays most tariff hikes, but not U.S. futures
Investors on overseas financial markets welcomed President Trump's decision to put most of his his sharp tariff hikes on hold for 90 days.
Looming tariffs could spell trouble for port workers, supply chain
Should President Trump's plan for reciprocal tariffs go into full effect, it could mean lower cargo volume, leading to less work and supply chain issues.
You had questions about tariffs. Here's what to know.
President Trump's aggressive use of tariffs has fueled concerns about the economy and roiled the stock market.
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Johnson says they "have the votes" to pass budget resolution
House Republicans have been trying to get a budget blueprint for President Trump's agenda over the finish line.
CDC faces backlash for cutting sickle cell, adult disability programs
Nearly half of the National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities was laid off.
Looming tariffs could spell trouble for port workers, supply chain
Should President Trump's plan for reciprocal tariffs go into full effect, it could mean lower cargo volume, leading to less work and supply chain issues.
H.R. McMaster receives accidental call from President Trump
Sources say former White House national security adviser H.R. McMaster was surprised to hear President Trump's voice on the phone.
DOJ seeks to drop charges against man it said was an MS-13 gang leader
Attorney General Pam Bondi referred to Henrry Villatoro Santos as "one of the top members and head of the East Coast" of the MS-13 gang last month.
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CDC faces backlash for cutting sickle cell, adult disability programs
Nearly half of the National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities was laid off.
Cabot butter recalled over possible fecal contamination
Cabot butter is being recalled across seven states over concerns that it could contain coliform, a bacteria found in fecal matter.
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Key takeaways from RFK Jr. interview on vaccines, food additives and more
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke with CBS News in an exclusive interview. Here are some highlights.
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RFK Jr. says he's "not familiar" with all health program cuts
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. addressed health program cuts and the measles vaccine in his first network TV interview since joining the Trump administration.
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RFK Jr. encourages people to get measles vaccine amid deadly outbreak
Kennedy's comments mark the first time he has publicly urged people to get the measles vaccine since becoming HHS secretary.
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Drug lord convicted in killing of U.S. agent released from prison
Ernesto Fonseca Carrillo is listed on the DEA website as a fugitive for "kidnapping and murder of a federal agent."
Family seeks answers after Maryland tourist found dead on Bahamas beach
Dinari McAlmont was staying with family at the Atlantis resort on Paradise Island in the Bahamas at the time of his death.
Cannes Film Festival unveils full list of 2025 competition titles
The lineup for the 2025 Cannes Film Festival was unveiled Thursday morning, and includes a mix of names familiar to the competition alongside some relative newcomers.
China says it's open to talks as Trump pauses tariffs on other nations
As Trump leaves China alone in facing high U.S. tariffs, Beijing says "the door to talks is open," but dialogue must come with "mutual respect."
Bodies of 11 murder victims found in Mexico, officials say
Guerrero is one of six out of 32 states that account for almost half of Mexico's homicides, much of them linked to drug trafficking.
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Tariff impact on U.S, movies in China
President Trump's trade war with China could have an impact on Hollywood. China has demanded censorship on American movies before, but now there are reports of a potential ban. CBS News' Carter Evans has more.
F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel "The Great Gatsby" turns 100
When F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote "The Great Gatsby" at the height of the roaring '20s, he couldn't possibly realize that the book would emerge as one of the very top contenders for "the great American novel."
Cannes Film Festival unveils full list of 2025 competition titles
The lineup for the 2025 Cannes Film Festival was unveiled Thursday morning, and includes a mix of names familiar to the competition alongside some relative newcomers.
LeBron James becomes first athlete to have a Ken doll
Sticking true to James' style and likeness, his Ken doll is an inch taller and comes in larger packaging than the standard doll.
E.A. Hanks on father Tom Hanks' reaction to her new memoir about her childhood
E.A. Hanks says her father, actor Tom Hanks, was among the first to read "The Ten," which traces her six-month road trip in search of answers about her late mother.
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Meta whistleblower: Facebook worked with Chinese government to censor posts
Meta whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams testified Wednesday afternoon before the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism.
How AI is trained not to spread abuse
New documents obtained by Business Insider show how companies are testing artificial intelligence models to prevent the spread of extreme information about abusive topics. Effie Webb, a tech news fellow at Business Insider, joins CBS News with more.
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.
Here's how much an iPhone could cost with Trump's tariffs on China
U.S. tariffs on China could add hundreds of dollars to the cost an iPhone, a new analysis shows.
Instagram users under 16 will need parental OK to livestream, Meta says
Instagram users under 16 won't be able to livestream or unblur nudity in direct messages they've received without parental approval.
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Scientists map part of a mouse's brain that's so complex it looks like a galaxy
Thanks to a mouse watching clips from "The Matrix," scientists have created the largest functional map of a brain to date.
Ancient altar found in jungle apparently used for child sacrifices
The discovery shows the cultural interaction between the Maya of Tikal and Teotihuacan's elite between 300 and 500 A.D., archaeologists said.
Scientists hope far-UVC light could help stop the next airborne pandemic
The emerging technology offers an alternative to conventional UVC light, which is used to sanitize surfaces but can harm the skin and eyes.
Dire wolf pups born 12,500 years after extinction, company says
Colossal Biosciences said it used ancient DNA from the extinct species to create three dire wolf pups named Romulus, Remus and Khaleesi.
Rocket carrying NASA's Jonny Kim, 2 cosmonauts docks with space station
The craft carrying astronaut Jonny Kim and two Russian cosmonauts docked with the space station. They're scheduled for an eight-month stay.
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Drug lord convicted in killing of U.S. agent released from prison
Ernesto Fonseca Carrillo is listed on the DEA website as a fugitive for "kidnapping and murder of a federal agent."
$1.68 billion awarded to women who accused James Toback of sexual abuse
Lawyers for 40 women who accused writer and director James Toback of sexual abuse say they were awarded $1.68 billion by a New York jury.
Judge convicted of shooting her ex-boyfriend as he slept
Sonya McKnight was taken away in handcuffs after the trial judge rejected a defense request that she be released. She faces up to 60 years in prison.
Bodies of 11 murder victims found in Mexico, officials say
Guerrero is one of six out of 32 states that account for almost half of Mexico's homicides, much of them linked to drug trafficking.
Oklahoma AG on why he fought to overturn Richard Glossip's death sentence
Since taking office, Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond has approved of every death row case in the state — except one.
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NASA nominee testifies on plans for moon mission, Mars
Jared Isaacman, President Trump's nominee to lead NASA, tells lawmakers the space agency can return astronauts to the moon while pursuing flights to Mars.
Tom Hanks, Megan Rapinoe and others wish Gayle King luck before space flight
With just days before her journey to space on a women-led Blue Origin flight, Gayle King gets a surprise sendoff from celebrities, astronauts and friends.
Former Navy SEAL makes first space trip
NASA astronaut Jonny Kim is making his first trip to space. It's the latest accomplishment for the former Navy SEAL and Harvard-trained doctor. Mark Strassmann sat down with Kim before his launch and traces his remarkable journey to the stars.
Stars cheer Gayle King's journey to space
With just days to go before liftoff, Gayle King gets a surprise sendoff on "CBS Mornings" from friends and famous faces including Tom Hanks, William Shatner, Bill Nye and Megan Rapinoe.
Revisit the 2024 total solar eclipse with photos and videos
As Americans wait for the next chance to see a total solar eclipse from the U.S., here's a look back at the 2024 event.
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"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
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.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
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.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
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 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.
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"The Dish:" Jônt
Ryan Ratino is the youngest chef in the U.S. to earn two Michelin stars for his restaurant, Jônt, in Washington, D.C. In this edition of "The Dish," Skyler Henry shows how Ratino is redefining luxury cuisine with creativity and bold flavors.
EU holds back tariffs after Trump pause
The European Union's Ursula von der Leyen announced a pause on tariffs for U.S. goods after President Trump said he would pause his trade initiatives for 90 days. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports on global stocks.
Tariff impact on U.S, movies in China
President Trump's trade war with China could have an impact on Hollywood. China has demanded censorship on American movies before, but now there are reports of a potential ban. CBS News' Carter Evans has more.
Eye Opener: Trump pauses global tariffs
President Trump pauses global tariffs that threatened to cause an economic crisis. Also, the latest on the deadly nightclub roof collapse in the Dominican Republic as crews sift through the rubble. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.
Trade tension with China impacts U.S. farmers
Less than 24 hours after tariffs went into effect, President Trump announced a 90-day pause on most of his new tariffs and lowered "reciprocal tariffs" to 10%. However, tariffs on China have increased to 125%. As trade tensions escalate, U.S. farmers say they are caught in the middle.