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A lawsuit filed Thursday accused country music singer Garth Brooks of alleged sexual assault and battery. Brooks denied it and said he filed his own lawsuit last month against the plaintiff for "extortion and defamation of character." CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas reports.
India's government is urging the Supreme Court to reject efforts to update a 160-year-old rape law, arguing it could disrupt "the institution of marriage."
A woman who says she worked as a hair-and-makeup stylist for Garth Brooks alleged in a lawsuit that he raped her in a Los Angeles hotel in 2019.
"It's shocking. Our youngest victim at the time of the occurrence was nine years old," Houston-based lawyer Tony Buzbee said.
The Nevada Supreme Court left open a possibility for charges to be refiled.
London's luxury department store Harrods has apologized after allegations emerged that its former owner, businessman Mohamed Al-Fayed, raped and sexually assaulted some ex-employees. More than 20 women say they were sexually assaulted by the billionaire with five claiming they were raped, according to a BBC News investigation. Al-Fayed, who died last year, had previously denied accusations of sexual assault. BBC News correspondent Azadeh Moshiri has more.
Brian Jeffrey Raymond sat dejectedly as he heard his punishment for one of the most egregious misconduct cases in the CIA's history.
Frenchman Jean-Pierre Marechal has told a court that Dominique Pelicot supplied him with tranquilisers and convinced him to abuse his own wife.
"She did not deserve this," Gisele Pelicot's ex-husband says at his trial in France, admitting to drugging and raping her and inviting other men to join in.
A Michigan judge on Monday ordered hip-hop mogul Sean "P. Diddy" Combs to pay out a $100 million judgment to a man currently in prison who claimed Combs drugged and sexually assaulted him at an afterparty in 1997.
South India's Malayalam language movie industry has been rocked by allegations of rape and other sexual misconduct against big stars.
Thousands of protesters took to the streets in Kolkata again, demanding justice for an Indian doctor who was brutally raped and murdered at work.
10 days after a young female medic was killed in a brutal rape attack in India, her fellow doctors are refusing to work until changes are made.
Two men accused of sexually assaulting passengers on airplanes in separate incidents during flights to Seattle have been sentenced.
Prosecutors in New York say they will seek a new indictment against disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein. They say more sexual assault accusers have come forward ahead of Weinstein's retrial. His 2020 rape conviction in New York was overturned in April by an appeals court after his attorneys argued he did not get a fair trial. He was also convicted of rape in Los Angeles in 2022. CBS News New York reporter Alice Gainer has more.
Ian Cleary, 31, of Saratoga, California, was detained in April in the city of Metz in northeastern France after a three-year search.
A new report from Vanity Fair is leveling a range of new allegations about independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s conduct, including an allegation of sexual assault. Joe Hagan, special correspondent for Vanity Fair, joins "America Decides" to discuss.
A Florida judge has released the transcripts of a 2006 grand jury investigation that looked into sex trafficking and rape allegations made against wealthy and infamous financier Jeffrey Epstein.
The Netherlands Volleyball Federation says Steven van de Velde has shown "self-insight and reflection" since his 2016 conviction for raping a 12-year-old.
Robert Morris allegedly had a sexual relationship with a 12-year-old girl between 1982 and 1987.
A woman claims Morris abused her starting in 1982, when she was 12.
Frank Stronach was arrested on sexual assault charges spanning decades, police said.
A Santa Rosa native and prominent professional rock climber has been sentenced to life in federal prison for sexual assaults he committed at Yosemite National Park, federal prosecutors say.
Three people were shot to death in a small South Dakota town, and a former law officer who once served as the town's mayor is charged in the killings.
Crystal McKinney, a former model, accused Sean "Diddy" Combs of drugging and sexually assaulting her in New York City over 20 years ago. She filed the lawsuit under the NYC Gender Motivated Violence Act.
The move deeps the political crisis set off by President Yoon Suk Yeol’s stunning imposition of martial law and ensuing impeachment.
Israel says it's targeting Houthi military sites in Yemen's rebel-held capital city, Sanaa.
After the Azerbaijan Airlines jet crash, speculation mounted about why the plane went down and whether possible Russian air defense action may have played a role.
A judge ruled that a woman who says she was raped by Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs when she was 13 can proceed anonymously, for now, in her lawsuit against the rap moguls.
A plane passenger taken into custody after boarding a Delta flight from Seattle to Hawaii without a boarding pass.
Baltimore's victory over Houston averaged 24.3 million viewers, while Kansas City's win at Pittsburgh averaged 24.1 million, according to early viewer figures released by Nielsen.
The OpenAI issue was caused by an "upstream provider," according to the artificial intelligence organization.
The probe will focus on the findings of a recent investigative news program on alleged actions of Sara Netanyahu, the prime minister's wife, officials said.
Japanese death-row inmate Chisako Kakehi, dubbed the "Black Widow" after she used cyanide to kill her elderly lovers, has died in a detention center at age 78, officials say,
Richard Parsons was known as a skilled negotiator, a diplomat and a crisis manager.
Baltimore's victory over Houston averaged 24.3 million viewers, while Kansas City's win at Pittsburgh averaged 24.1 million, according to early viewer figures released by Nielsen.
A plane passenger taken into custody after boarding a Delta flight from Seattle to Hawaii without a boarding pass.
A judge ruled that a woman who says she was raped by Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs when she was 13 can proceed anonymously, for now, in her lawsuit against the rap moguls.
Christmas came early for pygmy hippo parents at the Metro Richmond Zoo in Virginia.
Richard Parsons was known as a skilled negotiator, a diplomat and a crisis manager.
Baltimore's victory over Houston averaged 24.3 million viewers, while Kansas City's win at Pittsburgh averaged 24.1 million, according to early viewer figures released by Nielsen.
The OpenAI issue was caused by an "upstream provider," according to the artificial intelligence organization.
Bargain hunters are busy amid seasonal discounts and "going out of business" sales by at least two retailing chains.
Toy stores and the toy industry are warning that Trump's pledge to add tariffs to Chinese imports could harm their businesses.
Cabrera is county commissioner of District 6, which represents parts of Coral Gables, Hialeah and the City of Miami.
President Biden's final holiday in office will take place largely out of the public eye.
Here's what to know about the United States' involvement with building and operating the Panama Canal.
Marianne Williamson sought the Democratic presidential nomination in 2020 and 2024.
Ryan Wesley Routh is being held in Miami awaiting trial in Fort Pierce.
Busy lives have many of us juggling multiple tasks at once, but is that really multitasking? Here's what expert Linda Stone has learned about the myth of multitasking.
A growing number of young people are receiving prescriptions for GLP-1 weight loss medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. Janet Shamlian examines why.
A voluntary recall was issued for a line of raw and frozen pet food after a cat died of bird flu.
The FDA has raised the level of a Costco egg recall, warning of the risk of severe illness or death due to potential salmonella contamination. Over 10,000 cartons of Kirkland brand organic eggs sold at stores across the South are affected. Customers are urged to discard or return eggs marked with Julian code 327 and a use-by date of Jan. 5, 2025.
With flu levels rising, Dr. Rabia De Latour shares ways to support your immune system and stay healthy during the holidays.
Experts say evidence in the Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash in Kazakhstan points to a possible midair explosion, not an encounter with a flock of birds.
South Korea's opposition-controlled National Assembly voted to impeach acting President Han Duck-soo despite vehement protests by governing party lawmakers, further deepening the country's political crisis.
Japanese death-row inmate Chisako Kakehi, dubbed the "Black Widow" after she used cyanide to kill her elderly lovers, has died in a detention center at age 78, officials say,
A mild-mannered technocrat, Manmohan Singh became one of India's longest-serving prime ministers. He was chosen to fill the role by Sonia Gandhi, the widow of assassinated Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi.
The probe will focus on the findings of a recent investigative news program on alleged actions of Sara Netanyahu, the prime minister's wife, officials said.
Baltimore's victory over Houston averaged 24.3 million viewers, while Kansas City's win at Pittsburgh averaged 24.1 million, according to early viewer figures released by Nielsen.
A judge ruled that a woman who says she was raped by Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs when she was 13 can proceed anonymously, for now, in her lawsuit against the rap moguls.
Hudson Meek, the 16-year-old actor known for his performance in the 2017 film "Baby Driver," died Dec. 21 in Alabama, authorities said.
Beyoncé surprised fans by bringing out Shaboozey to perform "Sweet Honey Buckiin," and Post Malone joined her for "Levii's Jeans."
Angel Blue, who was recently named Classical Music's "Vocalist of the Year," is set to perform the title role in "Aida" at the Metropolitan Opera. Known for her Grammy-winning performances, Blue will take the stage in New York beginning on Dec. 31. She joins "CBS Mornings Plus."
The OpenAI issue was caused by an "upstream provider," according to the artificial intelligence organization.
New artificial intelligence features appeared across the tech landscape this year, from the latest iPhone to chatbots like Google's Gemini. Adam Auriemma, the editor-in-chief at CNET, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
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.
A robotic exosuit may seem like science fiction, but a team of South Korean researchers is turning the concept into reality. CBS News' Leah Mishkin explains how the new tech is helping people with disabilities walk on their own.
TVs are some of the most popular items to fly off store shelves during the holidays. But this year, experts say shoppers are going bigger than ever. CBS News' Jeff Wagner explains.
Space agencies worldwide are gearing up missions in 2025 to expand humanity's horizons, from the moon and Mars to asteroids and beyond.
Tahlequah has a newborn girl, years after she made headlines for carrying her dead calf for 17 days.
An ancient shipwreck that dates back to the 7th century B.C.E. has been removed from waters off Spain, two decades after its discovery in 1994.
The 2024 winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, happens on Saturday, Dec. 21, and is marked with traditions and celebrations around the world.
This week a group of plaintiffs in Missouri, Kansas, California and Florida filed a class-action lawsuit against dozens of companies and organizations, claiming they've falsely promoted how easy it is to recycle plastics. CBS News Los Angeles climatologist Marina Jurica has the details.
Japanese death-row inmate Chisako Kakehi, dubbed the "Black Widow" after she used cyanide to kill her elderly lovers, has died in a detention center at age 78, officials say,
A pizza delivery worker, upset over a tip, allegedly repeatedly stabbed a pregnant woman at a Florida motel, a sheriff's office says.
Ryan Routh, the man accused of trying to assassinate President-elect Donald Trump near his Florida golf course, could have his trial delayed as his lawyer mounts a legal defense. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more on the latest developments.
Gunfire at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on Christmas night left three people wounded, police say. Another was stabbed. One was in critical condition.
A corrections officer died after an assault by an inmate in an Ohio prison on Christmas morning, authorities say.
Space agencies worldwide are gearing up missions in 2025 to expand humanity's horizons, from the moon and Mars to asteroids and beyond.
New analysis techniques and decades-old research helped NASA scientists identify an unusual black hole in a distant galaxy.
Here's why NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore are stuck, but not stranded, at the International Space Station after launching into space in June.
NASA has delayed the return date for Boeing's Starliner astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports on the decision to keep the two in space.
NASA Administrator Bill Nelson says he's optimistic the Trump administration will support the space agency's agenda.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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 seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
The Toy Nest in Falls Church, Virginia, is a toy library that works on a membership program. The moms who buy-in say it allows them to cut down on toy waste, while saving money and adding variety. Natalie Brand explains how the novel idea works.
Research suggests the human brain is not wired to multitask on complicated tasks, and experts say it can cause more damage to our wellbeing than we realize. Dr. Jon LaPook explains.
At a FedEx shipping hub in Anchorage, Alaska, employees can sort up to 80,000 packages a day during the holidays. And as they're dealing with a last wave of Christmas gifts getting ready to ship out this week, they're also dealing with a new wave of gifts that are being returned. Kris Van Cleave takes an inside look at the process.
Tom Homan, President-elect Donald Trump's incoming "border czar," told the Washington Post in an interview this week that Trump's new administration plans to revive the controversial practice of detaining migrant families and giving undocumented parents the choice of leaving their U.S.-born children behind or having the children deported with them. Lilia Luciano reports.
Powerful thunderstorms forced ground stops that delayed dozens of flights at Dallas airports Thursday, while stormy weather downed trees and knocked out power to thousands of customers in Oregon and Washington. Kati Weis reports from Houston.