How Ukraine keeps nuke plants running with Russia "weaponizing" energy
Ukraine relied for decades on Russia to fuel its vital nuclear power plants, but now there's fear Moscow could use the facilities as a weapon of war.
Ukraine relied for decades on Russia to fuel its vital nuclear power plants, but now there's fear Moscow could use the facilities as a weapon of war.
President Biden met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Wednesday in New York as protests continue in Israel over Netanyahu's proposed court overhauls that many critics call a threat to the country's democracy. Speaking to reporters before the meeting, with Netanyahu by his side, Biden said the two would discuss, "upholding democratic values that lie at the heart of our partnership, including the checks and balances in our systems." CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken addressed the U.N. Security Council on Wednesday, accusing Russia of committing war crimes on a daily basis. Russian Foreign Affairs Minister Sergei Lavrov followed Blinken's address with remarks of his own.
Swedish Minister for Foreign Affairs Tobias Billström joined CBS News to talk about his country's prospective NATO membership, saying after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, "for our security and the safety of our nation, we need to join NATO."
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told the United Nations on Tuesday that Russia was pushing the world toward a final war, said "terrorists have no right to hold nuclear weapons" and warned Moscow is weaponizing nuclear energy. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has more on how Ukrainians are reacting to the speech.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is attending the U.N. General Assembly in New York. He joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the latest on the U.S.' prison release deal with Iran and the battle over continued funding for Ukraine in its war against Russia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy could face Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in person Wednesday at a meeting of the U.N. Security Council. BBC News correspondent James Waterhouse has more on the possible encounter and Zelenskyy's address Tuesday to the U.N. General Assembly.
President Biden and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made impassioned speeches at the U.N. General Assembly Tuesday, pleading with the world to keep supporting Ukraine in its fight against Russia. The comments come as some Republicans in Congress continue to express doubts about the cost of the war. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more.
In his Tuesday speech to the United Nations, President Biden argued Russia is counting on the world growing weary of the war and said he supports continuing to back Ukraine. Meanwhile, some congressional Republicans are questioning another $24 billion aid package for Ukraine. CBS News' Nancy Cordes reports from New York.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on world leaders at the U.N. General Assembly to unite against Russia's aggression. He warned Moscow is "pushing the world to the final war" and urged action to restrain the Kremlin's nuclear abilities. Luke Coffey, senior fellow at the Hudson Institute, joins CBS News to break down Zelenskyy's address.
President Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy both spoke at the U.N. General Assembly on Tuesday, urging continued support for Ukraine's fight against Russia. Nancy Cordes reports.
President Biden urged support for Ukraine and condemnation of Russia at the U.N. on Tuesday. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
President Biden addressed the U.N. General Assembly in New York on Tuesday. He pushed for unity between nations amid global challenges. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports from outside the U.N.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the United Nations General Assembly Tuesday, urging the body to unite against Russia. Following Zelenskyy's speech, CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab discussed the remarks from Kyiv.
In his speech to the 78th United Nations General Assembly, President Biden vowed unconditional support for Ukraine and told world leaders the power to end the war lies in Russia's hands. Mr. Biden also touched on topics like climate change and instability in Haiti. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more.
President Joe Biden on Tuesday addressed the United Nations General Assembly, stressing to the gathering of world leaders the importance of support for Ukraine and calling for more global action on climate change. Following the speech, CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes offered analysis of the president's remarks.
President Biden pushed for international cooperation in support of Ukraine and combatting global challenges.
National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby joined CBS News from outside the United Nations Tuesday to discuss this week's prisoner swap with Iran, the war in Ukraine, the growing partnership between Moscow and Beijing and the tension between Canada and India.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will address the U.N. General Assembly Tuesday in his first in-person visit to the assembly since Russia launched its invasion over a year ago. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has more.
President Biden asserted that his extensive global experience, which includes forging alliances and confronting authoritarian leaders, validates his bid for a second term. On Tuesday he will outline his foreign policy agenda to hundreds of international leaders, all while facing increasing domestic challenges. CBS News' Nancy Cordes reports from New York.
The United Nations General Assembly begins Tuesday with President Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy scheduled to address the annual gathering of world leaders. CBS News' Jarred Hill is outside the U.N. with more on what we can expect.
Detained Americans back on U.S. soil; Four popular minivans perform poorly in crash tests.
President Biden will be there, but the leaders of Russia, China, the U.K. and France will not.
Disease outbreaks could bring "a second devastating crisis" to Libya a week after a huge flash flood shattered Derna, sweeping thousands to their deaths.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is scheduled to meet with President Biden and members of Congress on Thursday. The high-stakes trip comes as Ukraine continues its third month of a counteroffensive against Russia. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has more on how Zelenskyy will try to navigate requests for his country's funding needs.
Nearly 4 million customers in Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas were in the dark as Helene moved inland from the Big Bend area of Florida's Gulf Coast.
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim later in her career in roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
Video shows a Coast Guard member descending into the choppy ocean from a helicopter to reach the man and dog.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces arraignment Friday after his indictment on federal bribery and campaign finance charges.
Many Americans are unaware of the connection between drinking and cancer risk, despite growing research that points to the negative health impacts of alcohol.
Vice President Kamala Harris will deliver remarks in Douglas, Arizona, her first trip to the U.S.-Mexico border since becoming the Democratic nominee for president.
The U.S. official said it was "not surprising" that China's navy would conceal it. The submarine's current status is unknown.
Israel's leader softens his stance on a U.S.-backed cease-fire proposal with Hezbollah, but deadly strikes in Lebanon continue before his U.N. speech.
Chocolates, flowers and gold mines: A CBS News investigation reveals the lengths scammers go to to romance and rob unsuspecting Americans.
Video shows a Coast Guard member descending into the choppy ocean from a helicopter to reach the man and dog.
Investigators say the suspicious timing of doing a load of laundry and a call to 911 focused their attention on a former state trooper and his potential role in his wife's death.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces arraignment Friday after his indictment on federal bribery and campaign finance charges.
The U.S. official said it was "not surprising" that China's navy would conceal it. The submarine's current status is unknown.
Vice President Kamala Harris will deliver remarks in Douglas, Arizona, her first trip to the U.S.-Mexico border since becoming the Democratic nominee for president.
A government task force is ready to help minimize supply-chain disruptions in case of a prolonged East Coast port strike, Biden administration says
A top investor in Trump Media & Technology Group has shed most of its position in the Truth Social owner, according to a filing.
Former President Donald Trump announced the new watch line on Truth Social, describing the timepieces as "truly special."
Super Micro Computer's stock price fell sharply after the Wall Street Journal reported the company faces a federal investigation.
Thirteen states in Appalachia join others in placing free boxes of naloxine in metal dispensers once used for newspapers, as part of Save a Life Day.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces arraignment Friday after his indictment on federal bribery and campaign finance charges.
"I don't think we know who's going to win Michigan yet," Rep. Debbie Dingell told chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett on "The Takeout" podcast.
Vice President Kamala Harris will deliver remarks in Douglas, Arizona, her first trip to the U.S.-Mexico border since becoming the Democratic nominee for president.
The FBI launched probes earlier this summer after both the Trump and then-Biden campaigns experienced attempted phishing schemes targeting people associated with the candidates, sources told CBS News in August.
A government task force is ready to help minimize supply-chain disruptions in case of a prolonged East Coast port strike, Biden administration says
Many Americans are unaware of the connection between drinking and cancer risk, despite growing research that points to the negative health impacts of alcohol.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
The latest round of COVIDTests.gov will again rely on less sensitive "antigen" tests.
Thirteen states in Appalachia join others in placing free boxes of naloxine in metal dispensers once used for newspapers, as part of Save a Life Day.
Israel's leader softens his stance on a U.S.-backed cease-fire proposal with Hezbollah, but deadly strikes in Lebanon continue before his U.N. speech.
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim later in her career in roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
The U.S. official said it was "not surprising" that China's navy would conceal it. The submarine's current status is unknown.
Chocolates, flowers and gold mines: A CBS News investigation reveals the lengths scammers go to to romance and rob unsuspecting Americans.
Republicans are claiming election interference after Zelenskyy visited Pennsylvania earlier this week.
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim later in her career in roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
Tony Dokoupil and Adriana Diaz co-host "CBS Mornings Plus," airing weekdays on CBS-owned stations in Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Detroit and Miami, and streaming on CBS News 24/7.
The Nevada Supreme Court left open a possibility for charges to be refiled.
Academy Award-winning actor Cate Blanchett joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new psychological thriller, "Disclaimer."
Disney follows in the footsteps of Netflix in looking to convert Disney+ password-borrowers into paying customers.
Top U.S. artificial intelligence startup OpenAI took a hit Thursday after three of its top executives exited the company. The departures come as CEO Sam Altman is reportedly preparing to turn OpenAI into a traditional for-profit company. Connie Guglielmo, senior vice president focused on AI edit strategy for CNET, joins CBS News to examine the future of the startup.
Super Micro Computer's stock price fell sharply after the Wall Street Journal reported the company faces a federal investigation.
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 AI will talk to you in the voice of a handful of celebrities, Mark Zuckerberg announced today.
CBS News found the song has been used in more than 4,500 TikTok videos alone, with some users believing it's a song released by Bieber.
Nine years after it was negotiated, the Paris Climate Agreement continues to serve as a blueprint for global environmental goals. Todd Stern, the top U.S. negotiator for the deal, outlines the years-long process it took to reach the landmark agreement in his new book, "Landing the Paris Climate Agreement: How It Happened, Why It Matters and What Comes Next." Stern joins CBS News to look back at the talks.
Florida is bracing for the wrath of Hurricane Helene. A common question that scientists face during natural disasters like this is: Has climate change impacted their severity? CBS News Miami investigative reporter Jim Defede and CBS News Texas investigative reporter Brian New break down how lawmakers and residents in their states view climate change amid natural disasters.
Three houses have collapsed into the ocean in Rodanthe, North Carolina, in less than a week — and they're likely not the last. Here's why.
President Biden touted his administration's climate progress at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday. But in California, lawmakers have often been ahead of the federal government's climate policy, although they are not always aligned. CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts has more.
Some of California's Democratic state politicians say they are voting against clean energy measures and climate legislation for economic reasons connected to their constituents. CBS News Sacramento's Julie Watts reports.
Investigators say the suspicious timing of doing a load of laundry and a call to 911 focused their attention on a former state trooper and his potential role in his wife's death.
A search of Brian Crossman Jr.'s cell phone found multiple internet searches related to serial killers and unresolved murders, police said.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces arraignment Friday after his indictment on federal bribery and campaign finance charges.
Men and women in the U.S. looking for love online are being tricked by young men trained to scam them. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta followed the money all the way to Ghana.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is facing decades in prison if convicted on federal charges unsealed Thursday. Adams denies any wrongdoing. CBS News crime and public safety senior coordinating producer Anna Schecter reports.
The Soyuz landing in Kazakhstan sets the stage for launch of a SpaceX Crew Dragon flight to the space station Thursday.
For the next two months, Earth will have a "mini-moon" when a small asteroid temporarily orbits the planet. Scientists say the asteroid, which is only 33 feet long, will enter Earth's gravity in a horseshoe orbit September 29 before leaving on November 25. Most people won't get a glimpse of this mini-moon though, it's too small to see without professional equipment.
The asteroid was discovered in August and is set to become a mini-moon, spinning around Earth in a horseshoe shape for about two months.
NASA's "Hidden Figures," whose work helped put men on the moon, were honored Wednesday in a Congressional Gold Medal ceremony.
The September Harvest Moon will see a partial lunar eclipse, peaking the night of Tuesday, Sept. 17.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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 seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
Hurricane Helene, now a tropical storm, marks the third time in just over a year that a tropical system has hit Florida's Northeastern Gulf Coast. The storm, which made landfall as a Category 4 hurricane, has been blamed for three deaths so far as it moves over Georgia.
Lebanon's Ministry of Health says more than 700 people have been killed over the past week of intense Israeli strikes as Israel and Hezbollah continue to trade fire. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has so far rejected a U.S.-backed cease-fire proposal.
On Friday, Vice President Kamala Harris will be in Arizona to visit the U.S.-Mexico border. She plans to criticize former President Donald Trump for his role in blocking a bipartisan border security and immigration bill earlier this year. Meanwhile Trump will be in New York, meeting with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy before heading to Michigan.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams will be arraigned in court Friday on federal corruption charges. The Democrat is accused of taking illegal campaign contributions and bribes from officials in Turkey in exchange for favors dating back a decade.
Hurricane Helene brought maximum sustained winds up to 140 mph and catastrophic storm surges up to 20 feet along Florida's Big Bend region as it made landfall Thursday as a Category 4 storm. At least three people have been killed.