U.S. warned Iran before attack that killed over 80 in Kerman, officials say
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H.R. McMaster on growing Middle East tensions
More than 100 people died Wednesday in two explosions near the grave of Qassem Soleimani in Iran. Thousands had gathered to remember the Iranian general killed in a U.S. drone strike four years ago. Retired Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster joins CBS News to discuss Iran's role in Middle East security.
Kirby discusses Iran bombings, Israel
National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby answered questions about the deadly explosions in Iran near the grave of military leader Qassem Soleimani, Israel's ongoing offensive against Hamas and more in a briefing at the White House on Wednesday.
Over 100 dead in Iran explosions
Iranian officials say more than 100 people were killed and nearly 200 wounded in two explosions Wednesday as crowds gathered near the grave site of Gen. Qassem Soleimani, who was killed in a U.S. airstrike in 2020. No group immediately claimed responsibility for what Iranian state media called a "terroristic" attack. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin looks at the impact of the attack as threats of an expanded conflict in the Middle East linger.
Ret. Gen. Frank McKenzie responds to Trump's claim about Soleimani
Ret. Marine Gen. Frank McKenzie, who served as commander of U.S. Central Command from 2019-2022, tells "Face the Nation" that despite that former President Donald Trump said Israel pulled out of the mission to kill top Iranian military commander Qassem Soleimani, "this was a U.S. operation. It involved only U.S. forces."
Woman stabbed her date as "revenge" for Iranian leader's death
The pair began having sex when she put a blindfold on the man and he "felt a pain on the side of his neck," police said.
Iraq issues arrest warrant for Trump over drone strike assassination
The attack a year ago that took out a senior Iranian commander, and an allied Iraqi paramilitary commander, has infuriated many Iraqis.
Air traffic controllers receive chilling threat
"We are flying a plane into the Capitol on Wednesday. Solemani will be avenged," the threat said.
Iran "soon" to execute spy convicted of helping U.S. kill top general
Mahmoud Mousavi Majd condemned for providing info to U.S. "on the whereabouts and movements of martyr General Qasem Soleimani."
Trump stands by Soleimani strike
New information is raising more questions about the "imminent threat" used to justify the killing of a top Iranian general. Anita Kumar, a White House correspondent and associate editor for Politico, and Natalie Andrews, a congressional reporter for the Wall Street Journal, spoke to CBSN's "Red & Blue" about the administration's repeated claims that a threat was coming.
Trump defends strike that killed Soleimani
Ten days after President Trump launched an attack that killed Iran's top general, the administration is still defending the rationale for his targeted killing. Mr. Trump said it "doesn't really matter" why he did it, because of Qasem Soleimani's past. Major Garrett reports.
Troops describe missile strike: "We huddled together"
There are around 1,500 U.S. coalition troops on the Al Asad base and they had just minutes to take cover.
Trump authorized Soleimani killing months before deadly strike
The president authorized the killing of the leader of Iran's elite Quds Force last summer or fall, sources tell CBS News.
Esper differs from Trump on embassy threat
President Trump said Iran was planning to target four U.S. embassies before the airstrike that killed General Qassem Soleimani, but Defense Secretary Mark Esper says he didn't see evidence about that. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN AM with the latest from Washington.
Iran's Supreme Leader calls U.S. a "corruptive presence"
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Kahmeni on Sunday called for greater cooperation in the region and blamed the U.S. for being a "corruptive presence." Meanwhile in Washington, Defense Secretary Mike Esper appeared to contradict President Trump's justification for killing Iran's top general, which took both countries to the brink of war. Nikole Killion reports.
Politics Week in Review: Trump admin. faces scrutiny
The Trump administration is facing increased scrutiny over intelligence that led to a U.S. drone strike in Baghdad that killed a top Iranian general. Meanwhile, the House of Representatives is preparing to send the articles of impeachment against President Trump to the Senate as early as this week. CBSN political contributor and White House reporter for The Associated Press Zeke Miller joins CBSN for a recap of all the political headlines.
1/8/20: Red and Blue
Lawmakers briefed on killing of Iranian General; Navigating the political landscape in Nevada.
Pence says Americans are "safer" after Soleimani's death
In an interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor Norah O'Donnell, Vice President Mike Pence said he believes Americans are "safer today" than before President Trump ordered a strike that killed a top Iranian military leader. The interview comes one day after Iran targeted two bases in Iraq.
1/7/20: Red and Blue
Top congressional leaders briefed on Soleimani; Sanders and Biden lead New Hampshire polls.
Iran vows "proportionate" retaliation for U.S. killing of top general
Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif tells CBS News that "unlike Trump" his country will only respond with action "against legitimate targets."
Iran's parliament designates U.S. military as terrorists
Members of Iran's parliament passed an urgent bill declaring the U.S. military and the Pentagon as terrorist organizations.
Pompeo says U.S. response to Iran will comply with international law
"Every target that's being reviewed, every effort that's being made will always be conducted inside the international laws of war," Pompeo said.
Trump admin. briefs Congress on Soleimani
In Washington Tuesday, the Trump administration plans to brief congressional leaders on last week's operation that killed General Qassem Soleimani. Defense Secretary Mark Esper and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will defend President Trump's decision to target Iran's most influential military leader, in response to an attack that killed a U.S. contractor in Iraq. The president insists Americans are now safer, while Democrats demand proof that the attack was necessary. Ben Tracy reports from the White House.
Soleimani buried & U.S. warned of retaliation
A stampede of mourners left dozens of people dead as General Qassem Soleimani's body was brought to his hometown for burial Tuesday. Top officials are warning the U.S. that retaliation is coming for the killing of Soleimani. Elizabeth Palmer spoke with Iran's foreign minister who called the killing a "cowardly terrorist operation."
Trump says Americans are safer after Soleimani's death
President Trump said the strike that killed Soleimani was a long time coming, and that Americans are safer now because of his death. Weijia Jiang reports.
Trump trial sees investigator return to the stand as 3rd week nears close
A forensic analyst who works for Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg will resume testimony Friday in former President Donald Trump's trial.
In a first, China launches probe to get samples from far side of moon
It is the latest advance in China's increasingly sophisticated space exploration program, which is now competing with the U.S.
NYPD officer fired gun while clearing protesters from Columbia building
An NYPD officer fired his gun inside Hamilton Hall during Tuesday night's operation at Columbia University, the Manhattan district attorney's office confirms.
France's leader again doesn't rule out sending troops to Ukraine
Russia says the French president's remarks about a hypothetical troop deployment to Ukraine are "very important and very dangerous."
Some 100,000 "dreamers" likely to get Obamacare under new rule, White House says
Roughly 100,000 immigrants who were brought to the U.S. as children are expected to enroll in the Affordable Care Act's health insurance next year under a new directive administration rule, the White House says.
Russian military personnel enter Niger airbase where some U.S. troops remain
Before a coup in Niger in July 2023 led to the demand that American troops leave the country, the U.S. used two Niger airbases to fly drones on counterterrorism missions in the Sahel region of Africa.
Military documents contradict GOP congressman's military record claims
There is no question that Nehls served overseas and engaged in combat, but military documents show he received one Bronze Star instead of two.
Biden to award Medal of Freedom to Pelosi, Gore, Ledecky and more
President Biden will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor, to 19 recipients on Friday.
Here are the job candidates that employers are searching for most
Job site Indeed identified the top 10 most sought-after job candidates by employers and recruiters. Here's what they found.
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Employers added 175,000 jobs last month, marking a hiring slowdown
U.S. unemployment rate rose slightly to 3.9% in April, continuing a stretch of remaining under 4% for 27 months.
Here are the job candidates that employers are searching for most
Job site Indeed identified the top 10 most sought-after job candidates by employers and recruiters. Here's what they found.
Maui suing cellphone carriers over wildfire alerts it says people never got
A lawsuit says if emergency responders had known about widespread cellphone outages during the deadly Maui wildfires, they would've used other methods to warn about the disaster.
What is Sidechat? The controversial messaging app, explained
Sidechat, an anonymous messaging app, has been used by students to share opinions and updates, but university administrators say it has also fueled hateful rhetoric.
Trump trial sees investigator return to the stand as 3rd week nears close
A forensic analyst who works for Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg is resuming testimony Friday in former President Donald Trump's trial.
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Employers added 175,000 jobs last month, marking a hiring slowdown
U.S. unemployment rate rose slightly to 3.9% in April, continuing a stretch of remaining under 4% for 27 months.
Here are the job candidates that employers are searching for most
Job site Indeed identified the top 10 most sought-after job candidates by employers and recruiters. Here's what they found.
Peloton, once hailed as the future of fitness, is now sucking wind
Peloton CEO Barry McCarthy exits as it lays off more staff. What's ailing the fitness company?
Employer who fired 78-year-old must now pay her $78,000
A Georgia senior living community fired an elderly worker shortly after honoring her as an employee of the year, regulators allege.
IRS says number of audits about to surge. Here's who it is targeting.
The IRS is tapping Inflation Reduction Act funding to hire more agents and go after more tax cheats. Here's where it is focusing.
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Some 100,000 "dreamers" likely to get Obamacare under new rule, White House says
Roughly 100,000 immigrants who were brought to the U.S. as children are expected to enroll in the Affordable Care Act's health insurance next year under a new administration rule, the White House says.
Trump trial sees investigator return to the stand as 3rd week nears close
A forensic analyst who works for Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg is resuming testimony Friday in former President Donald Trump's trial.
Biden to award Medal of Freedom to Pelosi, Gore, Ledecky and more
President Biden will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor, to 19 recipients on Friday.
Military documents contradict GOP congressman's military record claims
There is no question that Nehls served overseas and engaged in combat, but military documents show he received one Bronze Star instead of two.
Russian military personnel on Niger base where some U.S. troops remain
Before a coup in Niger in July 2023 led to the demand that American troops leave the country, the U.S. used two Niger airbases to fly drones on counterterrorism missions in the Sahel region of Africa.
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Halle Berry joins senators to announce menopause legislation
Actress Halle Berry joined with a group of bipartisan senators on Thursday to announce new legislation to promote menopause research, training and education.
Pregnancy-related deaths fall to pre-pandemic levels, new data shows
New CDC data shows about 680 women in the U.S. died during pregnancy or shortly after childbirth in 2023, a decline from the previous year.
UnitedHealth Group CEO reports cyberattack
UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty disclosed that a cyberattack on one of its subsidiaries earlier this year might affect up to a third of all Americans.
Ground beef tested negative for bird flu, USDA says
The USDA tested 30 samples from states with herds infected by H5N1.
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Ex-U.K. leader Johnson turned away from polling station for forgetting ID
Former U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson was turned away from a polling station for failing to bring a photo ID - required under a law introduced by his government.
France's leader again doesn't rule out sending troops to Ukraine
Russia says the French president's remarks about a hypothetical troop deployment to Ukraine are "very important and very dangerous."
Search underway for missing Australian, American surfers in Mexico
Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson and their American friend have not been seen since April 27.
In a first, China launches probe to get samples from far side of moon
It is the latest advance in China's increasingly sophisticated space exploration program, which is now competing with the U.S.
Russian military personnel on Niger base where some U.S. troops remain
Before a coup in Niger in July 2023 led to the demand that American troops leave the country, the U.S. used two Niger airbases to fly drones on counterterrorism missions in the Sahel region of Africa.
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Meet The Smashing Pumpkins new guitarist, Kiki Wong
Kiki Wong got her first guitar from Costco at 13 years old. Now she's joining The Smashing Pumpkins.
Walker Hayes shares his battle with addiction in new songs
Three years ago, Walter Hayes burst onto the music scene with "Fancy Like," a song that became a sensation and established his presence in the country music world.
Rosie O'Donnell joining cast of "And Just Like That..."
O'Donnell shared a photo of a script for season three, episode one of the Max show, revealing her character's name is Mary.
William and Kate share photo of Princess Charlotte on her 9th birthday
"Happy 9th Birthday, Princess Charlotte!" the Prince and Princess of Wales said in a social media post with a new photo of their daughter taken by Kate.
Jeff Daniels on new challenging role
Emmy Award-winning actor Jeff Daniels says he's playing one of his most challenging roles yet. He stars in the new Netflix limited series "A Man in Full," created by Hollywood heavyweights David E. Kelley and Regina King, who also serves as a director. Daniels portrays Charlie Croker, a tough-talking real estate mogul facing bankruptcy. He must defend his empire and his family against enemies attempting to exploit his fall from grace.
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What is Sidechat? The controversial messaging app, explained
Sidechat, an anonymous messaging app, has been used by students to share opinions and updates, but university administrators say it has also fueled hateful rhetoric.
New nuclear reactor comes online in Georgia
Georgia is home to the nation's newest nuclear reactor. It's bringing clean energy to the state, but the project has run over budget and past its original completion date. Drew Kann, climate and environment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBS News to explore the effort.
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.
Google makes antitrust closing arguments
Google made its closing arguments Thursday in the antitrust case brought by the Department of Justice. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent reports.
Closing arguments in Google antitrust trial
Closing arguments begin Thursday in the Justice Department's antitrust lawsuit against Google. The government and more than a dozen states say Google has turned its search engine into an illegal monopoly, while Google says people like to use the engine and could change their search habits at any time. Matthew Perlman, senior competition reporter for Law 360, joins CBS News to discuss the case.
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Boeing to launch astronauts on new spacecraft
On Monday, Boeing plans to launch astronauts on its new spacecraft that is called Starliner. The test flight to the International Space Station is years behind schedule.
New nuclear reactor comes online in Georgia
Georgia is home to the nation's newest nuclear reactor. It's bringing clean energy to the state, but the project has run over budget and past its original completion date. Drew Kann, climate and environment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBS News to explore the effort.
Historic cicada event underway in parts of U.S.
For the first time since 1803, two groups of periodical cicadas are emerging from the ground at the same time in parts of the Midwest and South. However, a small section of Central Illinois marks the only place where both the 13-year and 17-year cicadas are emerging in the same place. Dave Malkoff reports on the extraordinary event.
Summer heat waves already deadly in Asia, and it's still spring
Much of Asia is sweltering under a heat wave that one expert calls "by far the most extreme event in world climatic history."
Trillions of cicadas emerge across U.S.
Trillions of cicadas are emerging across 12 states, from the Midwest to the East Coast, after spending more than a decade underground. In Central Illinois, there is a rare opportunity to see two types of cicadas together for the first time in more than 200 years.
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Karen Read trial: Jurors to visit crime scene
Jurors in Karen Read's murder trial will travel to the scene of the alleged crime Friday. Read is accused of killing her police officer boyfriend, John O'Keefe, in 2022 by hitting him with her SUV, but Read's lawyers claim that she is being framed as part of a cover-up. CBS News Boston reporter Penny Kmitt has more.
How violence erupted at UCLA protest
Dozens of protesters were arrested on the University of California, Los Angeles campus as CBS News Radio affiliate KNX reporter Jon Baird reported live from the scene. Baird joins CBS News with more on how violence erupted in the middle of the night.
Captain of dive boat Conception sentenced to 4 years after fire killed 34
Jerry Boylan was found guilty in 2023 of one count of misconduct or neglect of a ship officer for the deaths of 33 passengers and one crew member on the dive boat Conception.
15 Oregon police cars burned overnight at training facility
Authorities in Portland say an arsonist set fire to at least 15 police cars at a training facility early Thursday.
Hearing for man accused of killing Bob Lee
A court hearing will be held in California on Thursday for Nima Momeni, the 38-year-old man accused of murdering Cash App founder Bob Lee. Momeni was arrested last year for allegedly stabbing Lee to death in San Francisco. He has pleaded not guilty. Jonah Owen Lamb, senior reporter for the San Francisco Standard, joined CBS News to discuss the case.
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In a first, China launches probe to get samples from far side of moon
It is the latest advance in China's increasingly sophisticated space exploration program, which is now competing with the U.S.
Meet the NASA astronauts on Starliner flight
Boeing is set to launch its first-ever spaceflight with humans next week. The Starliner spacecraft will lift off from Florida on Monday night for a multi-day mission to the International Space Station. Commander Barry "Butch" Wilmore and pilot Sunny Williams, two seasoned NASA astronauts who are a part of the mission, join CBS News to go over the flight.
New NASA images show iconic Horsehead Nebula in unprecedented detail
The Horsehead Nebula, which NASA has called "one of the most distinctive objects in our skies," is located in the constellation Orion.
Astronauts confident Boeing's Starliner is finally ready for crew flights
Astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams say they have complete confidence in the Starliner despite questions about Boeing's safety culture.
Man who hoped to be first Black astronaut in 1960s finally heading to space
In 1961, Ed Dwight was selected by President John F. Kennedy to enter an Air Force training program known as the path to NASA's Astronaut Corps. But he ultimately never made it to space.
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Karen Read trial: Jurors to visit crime scene
Jurors in Karen Read's murder trial will travel to the scene of the alleged crime Friday. Read is accused of killing her police officer boyfriend, John O'Keefe, in 2022 by hitting him with her SUV, but Read's lawyers claim that she is being framed as part of a cover-up. CBS News Boston reporter Penny Kmitt has more.
Phone conversations played at Trump trial
Former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial will pick back up Friday, a day after jurors heard a recording of Trump speaking with his former lawyer, Michael Cohen. The jury also heard another recording of a conversation between Cohen and Keith Davidson, the former attorney for Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal. Trump is accused of paying Daniels and McDougal to stay quiet about their alleged sexual encounters. Trump denies the allegations. CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates has more.
Kindness 101: A look at leadership
Now to the series "Kindness 101," where Steve Hartman and his children share stories built around kindness and character, and the people who've mastered those qualities. Today's lesson is leadership. To find out what that means, Steve went to a skate park, where one middle school boy showed us what leadership with compassion looks like.
Does wife's hair hold clues in murder trial?
Brian Fanion, a former police detective from Westfield, Massachusetts, was found guilty in the shooting death of his wife in their dining room. CBS News correspondent Nikki Battiste revisits the unusual 2018 murder case where a respected detective becomes the suspect in an upcoming episode of "48 Hours."
Boeing to launch astronauts on new spacecraft
On Monday, Boeing plans to launch astronauts on its new spacecraft that is called Starliner. The test flight to the International Space Station is years behind schedule.