How small, cheap drones are helping Ukraine capture Russian ground
As Ukraine pushes a shock incursion into Russia, a drone unit tasked with supporting the mission tells CBS News why the inexpensive weapons are so vital.
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Ukraine using drones in attacks inside Russia
CBS News' Ian Lee got an up-close look at how a Ukrainian drone team near the Russian border prepared to launch a $400 drone that can haul four pounds of explosives up to five miles, targeting Russian armor, vehicles and troops inside Russia.
Did Ukraine cross into Russia's Bryansk?
Russia claims it stopped Ukrainian forces from crossing the border into the Bryansk region. This comes after Moscow claimed Ukraine launched a drone attack in Russia's capital. CBS News' Ian Lee gets a glimpse at the drone use in the war.
Ukraine soldier finds solace as social media "cook from the hell of war"
Ukrainian Ruslan Mokrytskyi says cooking for fans on social media offers him and his fellow troops on the front lines a way "to recuperate mentally."
Ukrainian commander on the Russian incursion
A Ukrainian commander who has helped lead Ukraine's forces in their surprising incursion into Russian territory sat down with CBS News' Ian Lee. The commander described how American mine-clearing equipment proved critical in the opening hours of the incursion, but as the battle progressed, Ukrainian drones became their greatest asset.
Ukraine's offensive in Russia energizes soldiers
Ukraine's use of drones during its war against Russia appears to be growing as Moscow decries an apparent drone attack and Ukrainian soldiers remain in the Kursk region. CBS News' Ian Lee is following the latest.
Russia says Ukraine targeted Moscow
Russian officials say Ukraine targeted Moscow in the largest drone attack since the war began. Ukraine has not yet confirmed the attacks as its incursion into Russia's Kursk region enters a third week. CBS News' Ian Lee has more.
Russia says dozens of Ukrainian drones shot down in biggest attack yet
Russia's military says it downed 45 Ukrainian drones, including 11 in the Moscow region, in Kyiv's biggest drone attack to date amid Ukraine's ongoing Kursk incursion.
Ukraine claims advance into Russia
Ukraine says it has captured 92 settlements so far in the Russian Kursk region. This comes after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed the goal of the surprise incursion is to create a buffer zone with Russia. CBS News' Ian Lee reports from the Ukraine-Russia border.
Inside Ukraine's offensive
Ian Lee follows Ukrainian troops as they demonstrate how they crossed into Russia's Kursk region.
A look at how Ukraine troops invaded Russia
Ukrainian forces say they control an area of Russia larger than Los Angeles following a shocking incursion earlier this month. Ian Lee got an inside look at how Ukraine's troops were able to enter Russia.
Russian court rejects U.S. soldier's appeal of prison sentence
U.S. soldier Gordon Black was sentenced to prison in Russia for allegedly threatening and robbing a Russian woman he'd met and dated in South Korea.
Ukrainian troops push into Russia
Ukrainian troops have pushed into Russia's Kursk region, taking control of territory in a bid to create a buffer zone and weaken Moscow's ability to resupply its forces. As CBS News' Ian Lee reports, the surprise incursion has lifted spirits in Ukraine after months of challenges.
Ukraine's Zelenskyy on Kursk region
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated the objective of the Kursk region incursion is to create a buffer with Russia to fend off future attacks. CBS News' Ian Lee reports, and Gian Gentile, the associate director of the RAND Arroyo Center, joins CBS News with his analysis.
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Ukraine's military says it hit 2 Russian bridges
Ukraine's incursion into Russia is in its second week as Volodymyr Zelenskyy's forces inch farther into Russian territory. Ukraine's military says it struck two key bridges in Russia's Kursk region while Russia continues strikes inside Ukraine. Ian Lee has the latest.
Massive Ukrainian effort underway to clear millions of landmines
Millions of landmines are spread across Ukraine. A massive effort is underway to find and remove the deadly devices, but it will take a generation or more to be rid of them.
Ukraine's landmine crisis
Ukraine has been littered with millions of landmines since Russia's invasion began two years ago. A humanitarian group says clearing them will take "generations."
Deadly landmines plague Ukraine
Millions of landmines are spread across Ukraine. A massive effort is underway to find and remove the deadly devices, but it will take a generation or more to be rid of them.
Ukrainian forces strike 2 key bridges in Russia's Kursk area
The bridge attacks, apparently aimed at thwarting a Russian counter-push in Kursk, could mean that Kyiv intends to seek a foothold in the region.
Volcano erupts in Russia after powerful magnitude-7.0 earthquake
The Shiveluch volcano spewed an ash column as high as 5 mils above sea level and released a gush of lava, TASS reported Sunday morning.
Ukrainian troops push deeper into Russia
After months on the defensive, Ukrainian forces smashed across the Russian border, taking more than 400 square miles of territory, according to Kyiv, whose troops continue to pour into the Kursk region. Ian Lee reports from Kyiv.
Who is Marc Fogel, the Pittsburgh native detained in Russia?
The Butler County native has been in Russian prison since 2021.
What to know about Ukraine's incursion into Russia's Kursk region
A daring Ukrainian military push into Russia's Kursk region has seen Kyiv's forces seize scores of villages in what has become the largest incursion into Russia since World War II.
Russia sentences American ballerina
Ksenia Karelina, a U.S. citizen and amateur ballerina, was sentenced to 12 years in a Russian prison after pleading guilty to treason. Arrested earlier this year while visiting family in Russia, she was charged for a donation to a U.S.-based charity supporting Ukraine. Her boyfriend, Chris Van Heerden, spoke on "CBS Mornings."
Trump says Mexican leader agrees to "effectively closing" southern border
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
1,400 tons of drugs, "narco subs" found on new Pacific trafficking route
More than 400 people were arrested in the operation targeting oceans, coasts, rivers and ports around the globe in October and November.
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Trump tariffs could make these items more expensive
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3 Americans held for years in China released, White House says
Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung have been released from detention, a spokesperson for the National Security Council said.
Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
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Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes hold, fueling new push for Gaza truce
As Israel and Hezbollah cease fire after a year, President Biden says Palestinians in war-torn Gaza also "deserve an end of the fighting and displacement."
Stowaway caught after getting aboard Delta flight from New York City to Paris
The woman boarded Delta Flight No. 264 from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, CBS News learned. She was discovered while the plane was in midair and was taken into custody in Paris.
Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
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Trump says Mexican leader agrees to "effectively closing" southern border
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
What businesses are open and closed on Thanksgiving Day?
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Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
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Stowaway caught after getting aboard Delta flight from New York City to Paris
The woman boarded Delta Flight No. 264 from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, CBS News learned. She was discovered while the plane was in midair and was taken into custody in Paris.
New Jersey farmers struggle amid drought conditions
Before temperatures dip to single digits, the cranberry bogs at the Lee Brothers Cranberry Farm will have to be flooded to keep the fragile buds from drying out.
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What businesses are open and closed on Thanksgiving Day?
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Has tipping reached a tipping point?
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How Trump's economic agenda could affect mortgage rates in 2025
Here's what a noted housing expert thinks will happen to mortgage rates next year as Donald Trump outlines his priorities.
Trump tariffs on Canada imports could bring sharply higher gas prices
Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on Canada could increase U.S. gas prices by up to 70 cents a gallon, energy experts say.
What's hot in kids toys this holiday season — and what to avoid
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Trump says Mexican leader agrees to "effectively closing" southern border
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Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
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Ex-Sen. Bob Menendez seeks new trial
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Trump taps retired Gen. Keith Kellogg for Ukraine envoy
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Trump team says threats, swatting incidents against multiple Cabinet picks being investigated
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Thanksgiving foods cats and dogs can (and can't) eat
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A toddler got a nasal swab test. So why was the bill $445?
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Why we eat turkey on Thanksgiving, according to history
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How to safely cook your turkey — and how long to keep leftovers
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Biden administration set to miss chance to lock in new food guidelines
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1,400 tons of drugs, "narco subs" found on new Pacific trafficking route
More than 400 people were arrested in the operation targeting oceans, coasts, rivers and ports around the globe in October and November.
Trump says Mexican leader agrees to "effectively closing" southern border
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
Russia bombs Ukraine's energy sector as temperatures plummet
Ukraine's Zelenskyy says Russian "tactics of terror" are clear with the latest massive attack on energy infrastructure as temperatures plummet.
Stowaway caught after getting aboard Delta flight from New York City to Paris
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Trump taps retired Gen. Keith Kellogg for Ukraine envoy
Keith Kellogg, a retired lieutenant general, served as national security adviser to former Vice President Mike Pence.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Grateful Dead remembers band member Phil Lesh
Members of the iconic band, the Grateful Dead, reflected on the impact bandmate Phil Lesh had on their lives and said they had hoped to play together again.
Grateful Dead bandmates remember Phil Lesh
Iconic band The Grateful Dead, is remembering one of the band's original members, Phil Lesh, who died in October at 84 years old. The surviving original members of the band credit Lesh for the impact he made in each of their lives and revealed they were hoping to play together one more time.
Harvey Weinstein accuses Rikers Island of substandard medical treatment
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The Script on loss, resilience in new album
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Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
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Australian lawmakers advance bill to bar under-16s from social media
Australia's House of Representatives has passed a bill that would ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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AI grandma tool helps fend off phone scams
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Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor
Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.
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NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
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Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing
Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.
Dishing up space food
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How are U.S. winters permanently changing?
This winter, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted above-average temperatures throughout the U.S. because of a "slowly developing" La Niña pattern. CBS News Sacramento meteorologist Tracy Humphrey reports on the changing winter conditions.
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1,400 tons of drugs, "narco subs" found on new Pacific trafficking route
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Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
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Accused "Pink Panthers" member among 11 nabbed in cocaine bust
Police in the Balkans arrested 11 alleged members of a criminal syndicate responsible for smuggling cocaine from South America to Europe, officials said.
Bombing suspect on most wanted list arrested
Daniel Andreas San Diego, a suspect in in two 2003 northern California bombings, was arrested in the U.K. this week. San Diego, who had been one of the FBI's most wanted terror suspects, now faces extradition.
Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing
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Blue Origin launches 6 tourists to the edge of space
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Blue Origin launches 9th space tourism flight
The ninth Blue Origin space tourism flight launched from West Texas Friday morning. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood and space expert Scott Heidler offered analysis of the flight.
Trump, Musk attend SpaceX launch
President-elect Donald Trump attended SpaceX's sixth flight test of its Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday with CEO Elon Musk. The burgeoning friendship between the two men played a key role in Trump's reelection, with Musk now set to run a government efficiency agency in the coming months. CBS News political reporter Jake Rosen and Politico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk join "America Decides" with more.
SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship, with Trump there to watch
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Threats made against Trump's picks
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Sean "Diddy" Combs' latest bail request denied
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Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire holds
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Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons
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