Israeli forces kill 3 alleged Hamas members in rare raid inside hospital
Israeli forces conduct a rare raid inside a Palestinian hospital to kill 3 men described as a "Hamas terrorist cell" planning an attack.
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Deadly attack on U.S. base: What we know
A drone attack over the weekend killed three U.S. service members and injured 34 at a military base in Jordan near the Syrian border. President Biden is vowing a strong response, placing blame on an Iran-backed militia. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin has more on what we know about the attack.
Israel: U.N. staffers involved with Oct. 7
Israel is accusing 12 staff members of a United Nations agency in Gaza of being involved in Hamas' Oct. 7 attack on Israel. That's prompting several countries, including the U.S., to halt funding for the U.N. Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees, known as UNRWA. BBC News correspondent Mark Lowen has more from Jerusalem.
U.N. court won't dismiss Israel genocide case
The United Nations' International Court of Justice stopped short of ordering a cease-fire in Gaza, but ruled Israel must take measures to prevent genocide there and declined the Israelis' request to dismiss the genocide case brought by South Africa. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has more.
U.N. court won't dismiss Israel genocide case
Israel is being ordered to prevent genocide in Gaza and improve the humanitarian situation there by the United Nations' International Court of Justice, but the court stopped short of ordering a cease-fire. The ruling comes as part of a genocide case brought by South Africa, which the top court declined to dismiss. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay has more.
More U.S. strikes on Iranian-backed militias
The United States carried out new strikes against both Iranian-backed militias in Iraq and Houthi targets in Yemen after a massive missile strike on a U.S. airbase in Iraq over the weekend injured four servicemembers. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports from Tel Aviv.
Israel ramping up assault in southern Gaza
Israel says it is investigating an attack that killed more than 20 of its troops in Gaza Monday, the deadliest single assault on Israeli soldiers in the war with Hamas. Meanwhile, the Palestine Red Crescent Society says Gazans are fleeing refugee camps on hospital grounds in Khan Younis as Israel continues its offensive around the southern Gaza city. BBC News correspondent Mark Lowen has more.
Attack on U.S. military base in Iraq
Several U.S. military personnel were injured Saturday, when multiple ballistic missiles hit a base in Iraq, according to the Pentagon. Most of the missiles were intercepted, officials say, but some made it through the air defense systems. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more.
U.S. teen fatally shot in West Bank by Israeli forces, Palestinian officials say
The State Department confirms a U.S. citizen died in the West Bank, adding that "we are working to understand the circumstances."
Netanyahu rejects calls for drawdown in Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday rejected calls to scale back the IDF offensive in Gaza and told the U.S. he doesn't support the solution of a Palestinian state. South of Israel, in Yemen, the U.S. launched more airstrikes against Houthi rebels that continue to attack commercial shipping in the area. President Biden conceded the strikes aren't stopping the Houthi attacks. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay has more.
Ben & Jerry's board chair calls for "immediate" ceasefire in Gaza
Ben & Jerry's board chair calls for a truce between Israeli and Palestinian forces, saying the goal is "consistent" with the ice cream maker's policies.
100 days in captivity for Israeli hostages
Concerns continue for those being held hostage by Hamas, 100 days after the attacks on Israel on Oct. 7. More than 100 people are believed to still be held captive, including Israeli-American Sagui Dekel-Chen. Gillian Kaye, Dekel-Chen's stepmother, joined CBS News to discuss the situation.
1 killed, 12 wounded in suspected "terrorist ramming attack" in Israel
Israeli police say 2 suspects from the West Bank rammed pedestrians with cars, wounding at least 13 people in the central city of Raanana.
U.S. calls for Israel to scale back offensive
The war between Israel and Hamas has now gone beyond 100 days and Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry says over 24,000 Palestinians have been killed since the start of the war. CBS News has not verified those figures. The White House says that now is the right time for Israel to scale back its military offensive in Gaza. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
State Department spokesman on Houthi strikes
Several nations, including Russia and Iran, are condemning the U.S.-led joint airstrikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen. The U.S. and NATO are defending the move, saying the strikes were aimed at protecting commercial shipping vessels traveling through the Red Sea. State Department spokesman Vedant Patel joined CBS News to discuss the strikes.
What comes after strikes on Houthis?
The Houthis have said they will respond after the U.S. and U.K. hit the Iranian-backed rebels in Yemen. The U.S. says the strikes were retaliation for continued Houthi attacks on ships in the Red Sea. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more on how the White House decided to act. And Phil Stewart, military affairs and intelligence correspondent for Reuters, joined CBS News to discuss the threat of war spreading throughout the Middle East.
Blinken warning over Houthi attacks
U.S. and British warships shot down 21 drones and missiles from Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in the Red Sea on Wednesday. No damage or injuries were reported, but Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned there will be "consequences" if the Houthi attacks continue. Phil Stewart, a military and intelligence correspondent with Reuters, joined CBS News to discuss who the Houthis are and where the rising tensions with them could lead.
Blinken takes questions on Middle East
Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke with reporters Wednesday as he continues his latest trip through the Middle East to try to keep war from spilling out across the region.
Blinken meets with Palestinian president
Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas in the West Bank Wednesday morning, a day after Blinken pressed Israeli leaders to work with moderate Palestinians on plans for a post-war Gaza. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
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Blinken back in Middle East
With fears mounting that the war in Gaza could erupt into a wider conflict across the Middle East, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is arriving in Turkey Friday for the first of many meetings over the next week. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini has more.
Iran vows retribution after memorial blast
Iran's supreme leader says there will be a harsh response to the two explosions that killed at least 84 people Wednesday at a memorial event for Iranian Gen. Qassem Soleimani. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis has more.
Fears of wider conflict in Middle East
Israel says it is attacking Hezbollah targets in Lebanon following the killing of a senior Hamas leader in Beirut. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee has more on the escalating conflict in the region.
Protests erupt after Hamas leader killed
A senior Hamas leader has been killed in a Beirut explosion, triggering new concerns the war between Israel and Hamas may expand wider. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee has more.
The latest on the Israel-Hamas war | Jan. 2
Despite the announcement of a troop drawdown in Gaza, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the war against Hamas will last for "many more months." BBC News correspondent Shaimaa Khalil has the latest on the fighting as well as a blow against Netanyahu's controversial judicial overhaul plan.
Israeli airstrikes hit Yemen airport where WHO chief was about to board plane
Israel says it's targeting Houthi military sites in Yemen's rebel-held capital city, Sanaa.
Questions mount about cause of Kazakhstan plane crash
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.
Judge rules accuser in rape suit against Jay-Z, Combs can stay anonymous
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.
Passenger without ticket gets onto Delta flight from Seattle to Honolulu
A plane passenger taken into custody after boarding a Delta flight from Seattle to Hawaii without a boarding pass.
NFL doubleheader on Christmas Day set streaming viewership records
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.
ChatGPT recovers after being hit by outages, OpenAI says
The OpenAI issue was caused by an "upstream provider," according to the artificial intelligence organization.
Israel's attorney general orders investigation into Netanyahu's wife
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.
A hippopotamus for Christmas: Baby pygmy hippo born at Virginia zoo
Christmas came early for pygmy hippo parents at the Metro Richmond Zoo in Virginia.
"Baby Driver" actor Hudson Meek, 16, dies after falling from a moving vehicle
Hudson Meek, the 16-year-old actor known for his performance in the 2017 film "Baby Driver," died Dec. 21 in Alabama, authorities said.
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Richard Parsons, executive who led Time Warner and Citigroup, dies at age 76
Richard Parsons was known as a skilled negotiator, a diplomat and a crisis manager.
NFL doubleheader on Christmas Day sets streaming viewership records
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.
Passenger without ticket gets onto Delta flight from Seattle to Honolulu
A plane passenger taken into custody after boarding a Delta flight from Seattle to Hawaii without a boarding pass.
Judge rules that accuser in rape suit against Jay-Z, Combs can remain anonymous
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 hippopotamus for Christmas: Baby pygmy hippo born at Virginia zoo
Christmas came early for pygmy hippo parents at the Metro Richmond Zoo in Virginia.
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Richard Parsons, executive who led Time Warner and Citigroup, dies at age 76
Richard Parsons was known as a skilled negotiator, a diplomat and a crisis manager.
NFL doubleheader on Christmas Day sets streaming viewership records
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.
ChatGPT recovers after being hit by outages, OpenAI says
The OpenAI issue was caused by an "upstream provider," according to the artificial intelligence organization.
What to know about after-Christmas sales from Amazon, Walmart and more
Bargain hunters are busy amid seasonal discounts and "going out of business" sales by at least two retailing chains.
The toy industry is bracing for the impact of Trump's promised tariffs
Toy stores and the toy industry are warning that Trump's pledge to add tariffs to Chinese imports could harm their businesses.
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Trump picks Miami-Dade commissioner as ambassador to Panama
Cabrera is county commissioner of District 6, which represents parts of Coral Gables, Hialeah and the City of Miami.
Biden heads to St. Croix for final holiday as president
President Biden's final holiday in office will take place largely out of the public eye.
What to know about the Panama Canal's history amid Trump comments
Here's what to know about the United States' involvement with building and operating the Panama Canal.
Marianne Williamson launches bid for DNC chair
Marianne Williamson sought the Democratic presidential nomination in 2020 and 2024.
Trial of man accused in Trump assassination attempt in Florida pushed back
Ryan Wesley Routh is being held in Miami awaiting trial in Fort Pierce.
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Is multitasking a myth? Here's what research shows.
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.
Why some children are turning to GLP-1 drugs
A growing number of young people are receiving prescriptions for GLP-1 weight loss medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. Janet Shamlian examines why.
Pet food brand issues recall over bird flu contamination
A voluntary recall was issued for a line of raw and frozen pet food after a cat died of bird flu.
FDA raises urgency of Costco egg recall
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.
Expert tips to support your immune system
With flu levels rising, Dr. Rabia De Latour shares ways to support your immune system and stay healthy during the holidays.
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Japan's "Black Widow" death row inmate dies at 78
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,
Manmohan Singh, India's former prime minister, dies at 92
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.
Israel's attorney general orders investigation into Netanyahu's wife
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.
Israeli airstrikes hit Yemen airport where WHO chief was about to board plane
Israel says it is targeting Houthi military sites in Yemen's rebel-held capital city, Sanaa.
What to know about the Panama Canal's history amid Trump comments
Here's what to know about the United States' involvement with building and operating the Panama Canal.
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NFL doubleheader on Christmas Day sets streaming viewership records
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.
Judge rules that accuser in rape suit against Jay-Z, Combs can remain anonymous
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.
"Baby Driver" actor Hudson Meek, 16, dies after falling from a moving vehicle
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's halftime show the highlight of a lackluster NFL Christmas slate
Beyoncé surprised fans by bringing out Shaboozey to perform "Sweet Honey Buckiin," and Post Malone joined her for "Levii's Jeans."
Angel Blue on Met role debut in "Aida" and Opera journey
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."
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ChatGPT recovers after being hit by outages, OpenAI says
The OpenAI issue was caused by an "upstream provider," according to the artificial intelligence organization.
AI features dominating tech heading into 2025
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.
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.
Researchers develop robot to help people walk
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.
Holiday shoppers on the lookout for big TVs
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.
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These space missions will take off in 2025
Space agencies worldwide are gearing up missions in 2025 to expand humanity's horizons, from the moon and Mars to asteroids and beyond.
Orca who carried her dead calf for 17 days has a new baby
Tahlequah has a newborn girl, years after she made headlines for carrying her dead calf for 17 days.
2,600-year-old shipwreck is raised from waters off Spain
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.
What to know about the winter solstice, 2024's shortest day
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.
Class-action lawsuit over plastic recycling
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.
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Japan's "Black Widow" death row inmate dies at 78
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,
Florida pizza delivery worker allegedly stabs pregnant customer after $2 tip
A pizza delivery worker, upset over a tip, allegedly repeatedly stabbed a pregnant woman at a Florida motel, a sheriff's office says.
Trump assassination attempt news
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.
3 shot, 1 stabbed in Christmas night dispute at Phoenix airport, police say
Gunfire at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on Christmas night left three people wounded, police say. Another was stabbed. One was in critical condition.
Prison guard dead after Christmas morning assault by inmate, officials say
A corrections officer died after an assault by an inmate in an Ohio prison on Christmas morning, authorities say.
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These space missions will take off in 2025
Space agencies worldwide are gearing up missions in 2025 to expand humanity's horizons, from the moon and Mars to asteroids and beyond.
Discovery of "tipped over" black hole surprises NASA scientists
New analysis techniques and decades-old research helped NASA scientists identify an unusual black hole in a distant galaxy.
Why are the Boeing Starliner astronauts stuck in space?
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 delayes return date for astronauts
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 leader weighs in on Elon Musk, SpaceX and plans for moon rocket
NASA Administrator Bill Nelson says he's optimistic the Trump administration will support the space agency's agenda.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
Summer music heats up 2024
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.
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Virginia toy library takes on the toy waste issue
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.
The negative repercussions of multitasking
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.
Trump's "border czar" on migrant detention plans
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.
How shippers handle the holiday gift return rush
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.
Severe weather hits Texas, Pacific Northwest
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.