Low expectations as Ukraine, Russia confirm new round of talks with U.S.
As Russia and Ukraine confirm a 3rd round of U.S.-mediated peace talks, this time in Europe, Zelenskyy says Trump admin "must put pressure on Russia."
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Russia blocks WhatsApp as it pushes state-backed alternative on citizens
The messaging platform WhatsApp says Russia has "attempted to fully block" its service inside the country, "to drive people to a state-owned surveillance app."
NATO allies shrug off Hegseth no-show, adjust to slimmed-down U.S. role
America's NATO allies say they're not disappointed by top Trump administration officials skipping summits, as they ramp up their own regional defenses.
Russia launches massive attack on Ukraine
Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine overnight, killing at least two people, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Ukrainian Olympian banned from Winter Games over helmet honoring war victims
Ukrainian Olympian banned from Winter Games for insisting on wearing helmet honoring athletes killed in his country's war with Russia.
New Havana Syndrome evidence revealed
Efforts continue to investigate brain injuries suffered by U.S. officials. This is the fourth 60 Minutes Havana Syndrome report and, for the first time, there’s evidence of who might be responsible.
Zelenskyy denies plans to announce elections in Ukraine as war rages
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told reporters Wednesday that Ukraine would "move toward elections when all the relevant security guarantees are in place."
Russia says again it will abide by lapsed weapons treaty if U.S. does
Moscow reiterates willingness to adhere to expired nuclear weapons treaty, "as long as the United States does not exceed the aforementioned limits."
Russian drone kills father, 3 young kids, seriously wounds pregnant mom
Ukrainian officials say a man and his three toddlers were killed when a Russian drone razed their house, and the mother, 35 weeks pregnant, is in critical condition.
Ukrainian Olympian says he'll defy IOC ban on helmet honoring war victims
The International Olympic Committee has barred a Ukrainian skeleton racer from wearing a helmet with images of fellow athletes killed in Russia's invasion.
5/5: The Takeout: David Sanger
Journalist and author David Sanger joins Major Garrett to discuss his new book "New Cold Wars: China's Rise, Russia's Invasion, and America's Struggle to Defend the West," which details the myriad of challenges the U.S. faces in positioning itself as the leader of the free world amid conflicts around the globe.
2/18: The Takeout: NSC cyber advisor Anne Neuberger
For this edition of "The Takeout," Major Garrett sits down with Anne Neuberger, the White House's deputy national security advisor for cyber and emerging technology. They discuss the threat of attacks from Russian cyber criminals on vulnerable systems such as hospitals and schools. She details actions the U.S. government is taking to stop such attacks, as well as the benefits and pitfalls of artificial intelligence.
Former Senator Al Franken on "The Takeout"
Comedian and former U.S. Senator Al Franken breaks from a stand-up comedy tour to chat with CBS News' Major Garrett. Franken talks about the state of politics and comedy in America, and finding the funny in serious topics. He also takes on a range of questions, from the war in Ukraine to Elon Musk's Twitter deal, and whether he would ever return to office.
Former Ambassador William Taylor on "The Takeout"
Former Ambassador to Ukraine William Taylor discusses the political history of Ukraine and what it was like seeing Volodymyr Zelenskyy's leadership emerge throughout his presidency. Taylor talks with CBS News' Major Garrett about Vladimir Putin's "blunders" during Russia's invasion and the hope he has for Ukraine to stand firm through this next phase of war. Taylor also talks about the international response and the prospect of prosecuting war crimes.
John J. Sullivan on "The Takeout"
Former U.S. Ambassador to Russia John J. Sullivan joins Major Garrett for this week's episode of "The Takeout" to discuss Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine and his experience in dealing with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Catherine Herridge on "The Takeout"
CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joins Major to talk about the events surrounding Michael Flynn and the FBI's work investigating Trump campaign officials' ties to Russia on this week's episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
John Bolton and Michael Morell on "The Takeout"
Former national security adviser John Bolton talks about reports that President Trump ignored allegations of Russia placing bounties on U.S. troops in Afghanistan which was reportedly included in his presidential briefings on this week's episode of the "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
Russia says Ukraine behind shooting of army general in Moscow
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused Ukraine of trying to "disrupt the negotiation process" searching for an end to the war.
Last arms control treaty limiting U.S., Russian nuclear weapons expires
The last remaining nuclear treaty between the U.S. and Russia has expired, ending decades of arms control between the two countries with the largest nuclear arsenals.
Key nuclear weapons treaty expires
For the first time in more than 50 years, the world's largest nuclear powers, the U.S. and Russia, do not have an agreement limiting their long-range nuclear arsenals. Margaret Brennan explains what this could mean in an already dangerous world.
Trump, China, Russia and arms control talks
The U.S. and Russia have agreed to resume military-to-military communication. The announcement comes as a critical arms treaty that limited the number of deployable nuclear weapons on both sides expired on Thursday. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports.
Radosław Sikorski on Putin, Epstein
Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski is warning President Trump not to trust Russia's Vladimir Putin. In an interview with CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis, he addressed the negotiations over the war in Ukraine, as well as Poland's own investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
U.S.-Russia nuclear treaty expires
The U.S. and Russia have agreed to hold high-level military talks just hours after the last remaining nuclear treaty between the two super-powers expired. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more.
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Iran attacks ships in Strait of Hormuz after Trump extends ceasefire
Iran renews attacks in the Strait of Hormuz after Trump says he's extending a ceasefire indefinitely, as thousands more U.S. forces head for the region.
Virginia voters approve new congressional map favoring Democrats, CBS News projects
Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a new congressional map that would give Democrats an advantage in 10 House districts, leaving just one safe Republican seat, CBS News projects.
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Parents of slain Loyola student Sheridan Gorman say it was "a preventable murder"
The parents of Sheridan Gorman, an 18-year-old Loyola University Chicago freshman who was fatally shot last month, are speaking publicly for the first time.
DOJ charges Southern Poverty Law Center with fraud
A federal grand jury indicted the Southern Poverty Law Center on wire and bank fraud-related charges on Tuesday, the Justice Department says, accusing it of paying members of extremist groups as part of its efforts to investigate them.
1 of 6 missing crew found dead after typhoon flipped U.S.-flagged ship
The crew of the Mariana notified the U.S. Coast Guard on April 15 that the 145-foot vessel lost its starboard engine during Super Typhoon Sinlaku.
At least 2 ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz as peace talks remain stalled
A gun boat from Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps fired on a container ship in the contested waterway before a cargo ship came under fire in a separate attack, the British military says.
Lawmakers demand answers at hearing on hospice fraud
Congress asks experts, advocates and victims how to combat hospice fraud, after a CBS News investigation uncovered widespread signs of potential fraud in California.
Court upholds Texas law requiring Ten Commandments in classrooms
Appeals court upholds Texas' Ten Commandments classroom law, but critics say the fight isn't over.
Operation Metro Surge drained $610 million from Minnesota's economy, filing says
State and local agencies say they were forced to spend big and fast without any warning.
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Man charged for having gun used by Louisiana shooter says it was stolen
The assault-style rifle used to kill eight children in a Louisiana mass shooting was stolen from a truck, the gun's previous owner said.
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Parents of slain Loyola student Sheridan Gorman say it was "a preventable murder"
The parents of Sheridan Gorman, an 18-year-old Loyola University Chicago freshman who was fatally shot last month, are speaking publicly for the first time.
1 of 6 missing crew found dead after typhoon flipped U.S.-flagged ship
The crew of the Mariana notified the U.S. Coast Guard on April 15 that the 145-foot vessel lost its starboard engine during Super Typhoon Sinlaku.
Duffy on AI replacing air traffic controllers: "That's not gonna happen"
"Am I gonna replace a controller and have AI manage the airspace? The answer to that is hell no, that's not gonna happen," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy told CBS News.
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Parents of slain Loyola student Sheridan Gorman say, "We've got to make changes"
Sheridan Gorman, an 18-year-old Loyola freshman, was shot and killed in Chicago last month and an undocumented immigrant from Venezuela is under arrest.
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It's not just gasoline. Iran war could drive prices higher for many products.
The U.S.-Iran war isn't just driving prices higher for gasoline. Petrochemicals derived from oil and natural gas go into making more than 6,000 consumer products, the Department of Energy says.
Medigap premiums leap, and consumers have few alternatives
Millions of people rely on the supplemental insurance to offset the deductibles, copayments, and other costs faced by enrollees in the traditional Medicare program.
Meta failed to protect social media users from scam ads, lawsuit alleges
The Consumer Federation of America accused Meta of allowing scam advertisements to "proliferate on its platforms."
UPS, FedEx and DHL file for tariff refunds. What it means for consumers.
Shippers have pledged to share refunds with customers who paid tariffs once the government issues refunds.
Will gas dip below $3 a gallon this year? Here's what experts think.
It could take months for U.S. gas prices to recede to their level before the outbreak of war in Iran, economists and energy experts say.
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Operation Metro Surge drained $610 million from Minnesota's economy, filing says
State and local agencies say they were forced to spend big and fast without any warning.
Virginia voters approve new congressional map favoring Democrats, CBS News projects
Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a new congressional map that would give Democrats an advantage in 10 House districts, leaving just one safe Republican seat, CBS News projects.
Duffy on AI replacing air traffic controllers: "That's not gonna happen"
"Am I gonna replace a controller and have AI manage the airspace? The answer to that is hell no, that's not gonna happen," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy told CBS News.
Contract reveals fundraising deal for Trump's East Wing overhaul
The agreement, which was signed this fall, ensures donor anonymity, establishes a fee structure and institutes a ban on foreign contributions.
Lawmakers demand answers at hearing on hospice fraud
Congress asks experts, advocates and victims how to combat hospice fraud, after a CBS News investigation uncovered widespread signs of potential fraud in California.
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Medigap premiums leap, and consumers have few alternatives
Millions of people rely on the supplemental insurance to offset the deductibles, copayments, and other costs faced by enrollees in the traditional Medicare program.
Food stamp work rules don't increase employment, researchers say
Work requirements will encourage people who are able to work to seek and maintain jobs, proponents say. But researchers haven't found that they lower the unemployment rate.
New CDC pick may face "threat to follow ideology over evidence," ex-official says
Former Trump Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams described Dr. Erica Schwartz as a "home run pick."
Trump signs executive order to research psychedelics for mental health
The order will open the door for more research into psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
Mom's labor turns into fight for life after 1 symptom: "I think I'm about to die"
Casey Gould wanted to be a mom her whole life. Her long-awaited pregnancy went smoothly — until she saw something alarming.
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1 of 6 missing crew found dead after typhoon flipped U.S.-flagged ship
The crew of the Mariana notified the U.S. Coast Guard on April 15 that the 145-foot vessel lost its starboard engine during Super Typhoon Sinlaku.
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Iran attacks ships in Strait of Hormuz after Trump extends ceasefire
Iran renews attacks in the Strait of Hormuz after Trump says he's extending a ceasefire indefinitely, as thousands more U.S. forces head for the region.
Salmon exposed to cocaine swim almost twice as far, study shows
Researchers studied how the drug affected the movements of wild fish in their natural habitats.
At least 2 ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz as peace talks remain stalled
A gun boat from Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps fired on a container ship in the contested waterway before a cargo ship came under fire in a separate attack, the British military says.
Trump says U.K.'s Starmer can "recover" as Epstein scandal hits him again
Trump says British leader Keir Starmer has "time to recover" from the latest scandal over his decision to tap an Epstein associate as his U.S. ambassador.
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Vinyl record sales continue resurgence
New data shows interest in vinyl records is only getting stronger, with social media and and special releases from artists like Taylor Swift helping drive the trend. Jarred Hill has more.
Opening statements in Weinstein rape retrial
Opening statements have concluded in Harvey Weinstein's New York rape retrial. CBS News' Jericka Duncan has more.
D4vd charged with murder in14-year-old's death
Singer D4vd appeared in court Monday, hours after prosecutors announced he would be charged with first-degree murder in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Matt Gutman reports.
Details on charges against D4vd in teen's death
Los Angeles prosecutors on Monday charged singer D4vd in the murder of a 14-year-old girl whose dismembered body was found in his car last year. CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman has the details.
What to know on the "Matlock" season finale
"Matlock" stars Skye P. Marshall and Jason Ritter join CBS News with more clues ahead of the show's season finale.
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Duffy on AI replacing air traffic controllers: "That's not gonna happen"
"Am I gonna replace a controller and have AI manage the airspace? The answer to that is hell no, that's not gonna happen," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy told CBS News.
John Ternus to become Apple CEO
Tim Cook announced he would be stepping down as Apple CEO on Monday. Jo Ling Kent reports on John Ternus, the mechanical engineer preparing to take the wheel.
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.
Where does Apple go after Tim Cook?
Apple CEO Tim Cook will step down in September after 15 years at the helm of the company. CBS Sunday Morning correspondent David Pogue joins to discuss Cook's legacy and where Apple's future could lead.
Florida opens criminal probe over ChatGPT's alleged role in FSU shooting
Attorney General James Uthmeier said his office launched a criminal investigation into OpenAI after reviewing conversation logs between ChatGPT and a Florida State University student accused of killing two people last year.
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Salmon exposed to cocaine swim almost twice as far, study shows
Researchers studied how the drug affected the movements of wild fish in their natural habitats.
Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Cementing a more sustainable alternative to concrete
The process of making 30 billion tons of concrete every year produces more carbon pollution than all the world's ships and planes put together. Now, the North Carolina and Denmark-based Biomason is using biotechnology, including naturally-occurring microbes, to create "biocement" that's just as sturdy but emits much less CO2. David Pogue reports.
Breeding a better bread
Over the past century, the cultivation and processing of wheat has led to strains of grain that are less nutritious, less flavorful, and more vulnerable to climate change. The researchers at Breadlab, at Washington State University, are trying to breed varieties of whole grains that are better for farmers, consumers – and taste buds. David Pogue reports.
Using the ocean to power data centers
The renewable energy company Panthalassa says it has a solution to the proliferation of AI data centers, which consume massive amounts of energy and are the cause of increased carbon pollution: sea-based data centers, powered by wave energy.
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OpenAI, ChatGPT under investigation
OpenAI and ChatGPT are under investigation by Florida officials after a deadly shooting last year at Florida State University. Prosecutors allege the AI bot offered "significant advice" to the suspect just days before the shooting. OpenAI says its chatbot is not responsible. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Man charged for having gun used by Louisiana shooter says it was stolen
The assault-style rifle used to kill eight children in a Louisiana mass shooting was stolen from a truck, the gun's previous owner said.
DOJ charges Southern Poverty Law Center with fraud
The Justice Department on Tuesday announced fraud charges against the Southern Poverty Law Center over its nonprofit investigations into extremist groups. CBS News justice reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
New details about Mexican pyramid shooting
Mexican authorities say a gunman atop the Pyramid of the Moon, one of Mexico's most popular archaeological sites, shot at tourists and taunted first responders on Monday. CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman reports on the new details.
Louisiana shooting exposes "dangerous gaps" in domestic violence, gun laws
After the mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, advocates are urging policymakers to reform domestic violence and gun control legislation.
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Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
The launching appeared to go off without a hitch, but a problem prevented the rocket's upper stage from putting its payload into the correct orbit.
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Kevin Warsh on Fed independence
President Trump's nominee to head the Federal Reserve assured lawmakers on Tuesday that he would maintain strict independence. Kristin Myers, the senior vice president of content and editor in chief of ETF.com, joins CBS News with more.
OpenAI, ChatGPT under investigation
OpenAI and ChatGPT are under investigation by Florida officials after a deadly shooting last year at Florida State University. Prosecutors allege the AI bot offered "significant advice" to the suspect just days before the shooting. OpenAI says its chatbot is not responsible. Jo Ling Kent reports.
CBS News projection on Virginia redistricting
The Virginia redistricting effort that may benefit Democrats in the House of Representatives will be approved, CBS News projects. CBS News' Fin Gómez breaks down what may happen next.
Third member of Congress resigns in a week
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, a Florida Democrat, announced she was stepping down from Congress on Tuesday just prior to facing a House ethics hearing. Cherfilus-McCormick was indicted last year for allegedly stealing $5 million in FEMA funds for her campaign. She has denied any wrongdoing.
Iran attacks ships in the Strait of Hormuz
The British military says at least two vessels were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps. This comes after President Trump extended the U.S. ceasefire indefinitely. CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab and Aaron Navarro report, and Joel Rayburn, a senior fellow at the Hudson Institute's Center for Peace and Security in the Middle East, joins with additional analysis on Iran's nuclear stockpile.