U.S. average gas price hits record high of $4.96
U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the Biden administration's efforts to address record-high gas prices.
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Dustin Johnson joins Saudi golf tour
Dustin Johnson, a two-time Major winner, is leaving the PGA tour to join the new LIV Golf Invitational Series — a rival league backed by Saudi Arabia. He was reportedly paid about $125 million to switch.
India faces fury over officials' "Islamophobic" remarks on Prophet Muhammad
"The Islamophobic discourse has reached dangerous levels in a country long known for its diversity and coexistence," a top Qatari official said in a tweet.
Dow ends Thursday firmly in the green
Brian Sozzi, editor-at-large and anchor for Yahoo Finance Live, joined CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Nikki Battiste to discuss the latest on the stock market and other financial news.
Phil Mickelson won't defend his title at the PGA Championship
The decision means he will be extending his hiatus from golf following his incendiary comments he made about a Saudi-funded rival league he supports.
Anger as Turkey decides to let Saudis take over Khashoggi murder trial
Fiancee of Saudi dissident brutally murdered in kingdom's consulate vows to appeal the move, which a defense lawyer called entrusting "the lamb to the wolf."
MoneyWatch: Will OPEC produce more oil?
The global oil production alliance OPEC+ is meeting this week to discuss its output as countries ban Russian oil over the country's war in Ukraine. Meanwhile, OPEC members Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have rejected calls to expel Russia from the larger alliance. Helima Croft, the global head of commodity strategy for RBC Capital Markets, joined "CBS News Mornings" from Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to discuss.
Saudi Arabia executes 81 people in its largest mass execution
Saudi Arabia said it had executed a record 81 people in one day, exceeding the total number killed last year and sparking criticism from rights activists.
Saudi Arabia says it executed 81 convicts in a single day
Those executed were convicted of crimes ranging from killings to belonging to militant groups.
Phil Mickelson apologizes for "reckless" Saudi comments
Phil Mickelson said the Saudis behind a proposed breakaway rival league were "scary mother (expletive)s to get involved with."
WorldView: Imprisoned "Hotel Rwanda" hero
A daughter of the man whose story of compassion inspired the film "Hotel Rwanda" is appealing for the U.S. to advocate for her father's release from prison. And President Biden has reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to support Saudi Arabia against attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels. Correspondent Rylee Carlson joins "CBS News Mornings" with a roundup of international stories.
WorldView: Parliament fire flares up again
A devastating fire that tore through South Africa's Parliament complex flared up again after officials said it was under control. Meanwhile, gunmen tried to kill Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry during an event on Saturday to mark the anniversary of the country's independence. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM from London with those stories and other international news.
Activist claims ex-U.S. officials hacked iPhone before she was jailed
Loujain al-Hathloul alleges the trio oversaw a project that hacked into her iPhone to track her location and steal information as part of broader surveillance efforts targeted at dissidents.
Over 40 camels barred from beauty contest over Botox, touch-ups
Breeders allegedly stretched out the lips and noses of camels, inflated body parts with rubber bands and used fillers to relax their faces.
France releases man held as possible suspect in Khashoggi murder
Khalid Alotaibi, 33, is wanted by Turkey to face justice over the brutal killing, but the man detained in Paris wasn't him.
WorldView: Deadly shooting near Mexican resort
Two suspected gang members have been killed in a shooting in a popular Mexican resort area. A candidate in Honduras' presidential race has been arrested. Pope Francis appointed a woman to the second highest-ranking position in the Vatican City's governorship. And the Biden administration approves an arms sale with Saudi Arabia. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM with headlines from around the world.
FBI releases declassified documents on probing Saudi ties to 9/11
Agents for years investigated support given to several of the hijackers, focusing on whether three Saudi nationals had advance knowledge of the attacks.
The legal war in "prince v. spy"
Hostages, government secrets, and a hit squad — a guide to the allegations and lawsuits between Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and former spymaster Saad Aljabri.
Former Saudi official says MBS wants him dead because of what he knows
Saad Aljabri was number two in Saudi intelligence until, he says, Mohammed bin Salman forced him out. Now, MBS is Saudi Arabia's crown prince, and Aljabri is in exile. Aljabri believes the crown prince wants him dead because of what he knows.
Aljabri: MBS has a "Tiger Squad" of henchmen
Former top Saudi intelligence official Saad Aljabri tells 60 Minutes that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman keeps a team of mercenaries to kidnap — and even kill — political dissenters.
World leaders prepare for UN climate summit
Leaders from nearly 200 countries are set to gather in Glasgow, Scotland next week for the United Nations Climate Change conference. Tom Armstrong, who served in the White House Office of Science and Technology under the Obama administration, joins CBSN to discuss what's ahead.
Aljabri: MBS has a “Tiger Squad” of henchmen
Former top Saudi intelligence official Saad Aljabri tells 60 Minutes that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman keeps a team of mercenaries to kidnap—and even kill—political dissenters.
Former Saudi intelligence official says crown prince plotted to kill him
Saad Aljabri accuses Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of plotting to send a hit squad to murder him. Scott Pelley speaks with Aljabri Sunday, on 60 Minutes.
New details about 9/11 attack revealed in FBI report
The first declassified FBI report found hijackers connected to the September 11 terror attacks received "significant logistic support" from a Saudi national in the U.S. The release follows an executive order authorizing the agency to release documents related to its 9/11 investigation. Washington Post reporter Devlin Barrett joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with his analysis.
al Qaeda thrives in war-torn country of Yemen
The conflict between the Yemeni government and rebellious groups has involved nations like Saudi Arabia and Iran. The ongoing conflict has allowed al Qaeda to thrive in the region and train soldiers despite U.S. drone strikes. Holly Williams reports.
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Pacific Palisades fire, other blazes in California burn more than 1,000 structures; 2 dead
A massive wildfire burning in Los Angeles has forced tens of thousands of people to evacuate. Other wind-driven blazes were spreading in the region.
Why would Trump want Greenland and the Panama Canal?
Donald Trump says the U.S. needs control of Greenland and the Panama Canal "for national security." Here's why both places are so important.
Images show Palisades Fire, other blazes ravaging Los Angeles area
Striking images from Los Angeles County show the early extent of damage caused by the Palisades Fire and other wildfires.
Trump seeks Supreme Court's intervention in "hush money" case
The president-elect is set to be sentenced Friday at 9:30 a.m.
How bad is the California wildfire smoke for health?
Tens of thousands of people are evacuating Los Angeles as wildfires blaze across the region, emitting dangerous smoke. Here's how it impacts health.
Special counsel's Trump report should be partially released, DOJ says
The Justice Department told a federal appeals court that the portion of special counsel Jack Smith's report on his investigation involving the 2020 election should be released to the public.
New norovirus strain might be driving wave of cases, CDC data suggests
Lower immunity to the new GII.17 strain could be leading to more infections.
Jimmy Carter lies in state at the U.S. Capitol as lawmakers pay respects
Former President Jimmy Carter is being remembered in six days of state funeral events.
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
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Breton, a 1,400-pound great white shark, returns to Florida coast
Breton, who was first tagged in 2020, has previously made trips to Florida around this time of year.
Images show Palisades Fire, other blazes ravaging Los Angeles area
Striking images from Los Angeles County show the early extent of damage caused by the Palisades Fire and other wildfires.
New norovirus strain might be driving wave of cases, CDC data suggests
Lower immunity to the new GII.17 strain could be leading to more infections.
Special counsel's Trump report should be partially released, DOJ says
The Justice Department told a federal appeals court that the portion of special counsel Jack Smith's report on his investigation involving the 2020 election should be released to the public.
"Wicked" leads with 4 Screen Actors Guild Award nominations
The Screen Actors Guild Awards nominations canceled an in-person announcement planned for Wednesday morning due to devastating wildfires and winds in the Los Angeles area.
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Jimmy Carter's funeral will bring some closings. What to expect.
President Joe Biden designated Thursday, Jan. 9, as a national day of mourning for former President Jimmy Carter.
Another potential port strike is looming. Here's what to know.
After reaching a tentative deal that suspended a short strike in October, unionized dockworkers and port operators face another crucial test.
Verizon settlement: Here's how much some customers are getting
Verizon customers reported receiving settlement payments well below the minimum of $15, as stipulated in agreement.
CFPB sues Experian over "sham investigations" into consumer complaints
Experian accused of violating Fair Credit Reporting Act by reinserting disputed information back into credit reports.
U.S. Defense Department bans Tencent and other Chinese companies
Washington seeks to restrict sharing of advanced technology, deeming it a threat to national security.
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George Santos asks judge to delay sentencing so he can make more podcasts
Disgraced former Rep. George Santos is seeking a delay to his February sentencing so that he can keep making new episodes of his podcast.
Special counsel's Trump report should be partially released, DOJ says
The Justice Department told a federal appeals court that the portion of special counsel Jack Smith's report on his investigation involving the 2020 election should be released to the public.
President Biden says he will become a great-grandfather today
President Biden said he is set to become a great-grandfather on Wednesday with the birth of his eldest granddaughter's first child.
Trump seeks Supreme Court's intervention in "hush money" case
Trump's lawyers argued that the justices should step in and pause his sentencing "to prevent grave injustice and harm to the institution of the presidency."
DeSantis will take more time to pick Rubio's replacement
DeSantis said he will appoint a Senate seat replacement around Inauguration Day.
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How bad is the California wildfire smoke for health?
Tens of thousands of people are evacuating Los Angeles as wildfires blaze across the region, emitting dangerous smoke. Here's how it impacts health.
New norovirus strain might be driving wave of cases, CDC data suggests
Lower immunity to the new GII.17 strain could be leading to more infections.
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
Shortage of primary care doctors in U.S. comes down to money — and respect
More medical schools say they will no longer charge tuition. But evidence suggests it will take a lot more than a free ride.
Indian officials confirm first cases of HMPV, say "no reason to worry"
Officials in India have confirmed the country's first seven cases of human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, which is reportedly surging in neighboring China.
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Mexico president addresses fentanyl production after Trump's tariff threat
President Claudia Sheinbaum's statement on Mexico's anti-drug campaign follows President-elect Donald Trump's threats to impose tariffs over drug trafficking.
Why would Trump want Greenland and the Panama Canal?
Donald Trump says the U.S. needs control of Greenland and the Panama Canal "for national security." Here's why both places are so important.
Iran frees Italian journalist held for 3 weeks with no explanation
It's believed that Iran detained Italian journalist Cecilia Sala to use as a bargaining chip for the release of two Iranians held by Italy and the U.S.
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
Police say hiker lost 2 weeks in mountains found in "great condition"
A hiker who got lost in Australia's Snowy Mountains has shocked police by surviving on a couple muesli bars and foraged berries.
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Julia Michaels on new song with Maren Morris
Julia Michaels, a six-time Grammy nominee known for writing hits for artists like Dua Lipa and Justin Bieber, shares a first look at "Scissors," her upcoming collaboration with Maren Morris.
Amazon Books on top reads for 2025
Amazon Books' editorial director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" with recommendations to help reset your life in January and become the best version of yourself in 2025.
"Wicked" leads with 4 Screen Actors Guild Award nominations
The Screen Actors Guild Awards nominations canceled an in-person announcement planned for Wednesday morning due to devastating wildfires and winds in the Los Angeles area.
Second man charged in Liam Payne's death surrenders to Argentine police
David Ezequiel Pereyra, 21, surrendered Monday to police in Barracas, south of Buenos Aires.
Peter Yarrow of Peter, Paul and Mary dies at age 86
Peter Yarrow was a singer-songwriter and a social activist, but he was best known as one-third of the folk-music group Peter, Paul and Mary.
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Implications of Meta's decision
Nick Thompson, CEO of "The Atlantic" and former editor-in-chief of "Wired," discusses the consequences of Meta's decision to end its fact-checking program and the rise of self-policing in a "post-information" age.
AI is center stage at 2025 CES
The 2025 Consumer Electronics Show was underway in Las Vegas on Tuesday. The annual trade conference spotlights some of the newest technological innovations from companies across the globe. Jason Hiner, editor-in-chief for tech news site ZDNET joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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.
Meta to stop fact-checking on Instagram, Facebook
Meta, parent company of Facebook and Instagram, announced Tuesday that its platforms will eliminate their third-party fact-checking systems. NPR correspondent Shannon Bond joins "The Daily Report" to discuss what that could mean for users moving forward.
Meta to end fact-checking on its platforms
Mark Zuckerberg announced Tuesday that Meta is ending its fact-checking program for its platforms, which include Instagram and Facebook. President-elect Donald Trump said Tuesday he believed the change might be due to political threats he has made against Zuckerberg and his company in the past. Kelly O'Grady reports.
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Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
Jimmy Carter's environmental legacy
As the U.S. Capitol prepares to honor former President Jimmy Carter, Rolling Stone climate reporter Jeff Goodell looks back on his environmental legacy.
U.K.'s biggest dinosaur footprint site discovered: "So surreal"
It is hoped the discovery will provide clues about how dinosaurs interacted, as well as their size and the speeds at which they moved.
What to know about tonight's "black moon"
It may sound spooky, but a black moon is nothing ominous.
Northern lights may be visible in parts of the U.S. New Year's Eve
Solar storms may bring northern lights to several states in the northern U.S. just in time for New Year's Eve, but cloud cover may put a damper on festivities.
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George Santos asks judge to delay sentencing so he can make more podcasts
Disgraced former Rep. George Santos is seeking a delay to his February sentencing so that he can keep making new episodes of his podcast.
Cartel threatens to kill famed singer: "Last time you will receive a warning"
Photos of a banner threatening the lives of Natanael Cano and several other artists circulated on social media over the weekend.
Yellowstone Park shooter spewed racist views before attack, prosecutors say
Prosecutors said the gunman expressed white supremacist and antisemitic views before the shooting at Yellowstone National Park.
Image shows IED that was placed in French Quarter by truck attacker
Authorities say the New Orleans truck attacker placed two IEDs in the French Quarter. The photo shows rolls of nails and what appears to be a radio receiver inside a cooler.
Sons of "El Chapo" are negotiating plea deals with U.S. prosecutors
Ovidio Guzmán López and Joaquin Guzmán López didn't appear at the hearing in Chicago on Tuesday where prosecutors said they needed more time.
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NASA studies options to rein in cost of Mars Sample Return mission
NASA hopes a revised plan will get Mars samples back to Earth faster and cost less than the agency's original plan.
Webb telescope spots record number of stars in distant galaxy
A phenomenon called gravitational lensing turned a galaxy into a "hall of mirrors of cosmic proportions," allowing for the discovery.
NASA probe beams home update after record-breaking flyby of sun
NASA said scientists began receiving more detailed telemetry — or "housekeeping data" — from the spacecraft on New Year's Day.
When and where to see the Quadrantids, 2025's first meteor shower
The first meteor shower of 2025 is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can see the Quadrantids.
Space debris weighing over 1,000 pounds crashes into Kenya village
Officials said they were investigating fragments of metal, believed to be from a rocket, that crashed into a village in the country's south.
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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.
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
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Flames spread in California community
KCAL News' Joy Benedict reports on the devastating wildfires raging in the California community of Altadena.
Officials give update on L.A. area wildfires
Authorities in Southern California gave an update Wednesday morning on the devastating wildfires burning around Los Angeles. Vladimir Duthiers anchored CBS News' special report.
Resident who fled L.A. fires on devastation
Sue Kohl evacuated as wildfires threatened her Southern California community. She joined CBS News to describe her experience.
Destruction in Malibu Village from L.A. fires
KCAL News' Rick Montanez reports from Malibu Village as wildfires rage around the Los Angeles area in Southern California.
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