NATO: North Korea troops in Russia "a sign of Putin's growing desperation"
"The deepening military cooperation between Russia and North Korea is a threat to both the Indo-Pacific and Euro-Atlantic security," NATO Secretary-General says.
War in Ukraine
Anxiety grips Ukraine as Russia gains ground before pivotal U.S. election
With Russia seizing ground ahead of a potential shift in U.S. politics, many Ukrainians have a message for Americans: Thank you, and please don't abandon us.
Putin touts growing BRICS alliance as answer to West's "perverse methods"
Hosting a summit of the BRICS alliance, Putin touted the growing club as an alternative to the West's "relentless foreign influence ostensibly promoting democracy."
U.S. says North Korea sending troops to Russia as Ukraine war rages
Defense chief Lloyd Austin says the U.S. sees evidence that Kim Jong Un has sent troops to bolster Vladimir Putin's army amid the ongoing invasion of Ukraine.
Ukraine's population down 10 million since Russia first invaded, U.N. says
The U.N. Population Fund says Ukraine's population has shrunk by more than 20% since Russian troops first invaded a decade ago.
Biden meets with European allies in Berlin, says West must keep aiding Ukraine
President Biden said it's important for Ukraine's Western allies to "sustain our resolve" in supporting the country as he held meetings Friday with European partners.
North Korea said to be sending thousands of troops to help Russia in Ukraine
South Korea's spy agency says North Korea has dispatched troops to support Russia's war against Ukraine, which could bring a third country into the war and intensify the standoff between North Korea and the West.
Spain says firm busted sending chemicals to Russia, breaching sanctions
Spanish police say four men were arrested for setting up a company to ship chemicals to Russia, including "possible precursors for chemical weapons."
Ukrainian reporter Victoria Roshchyna dies in Russian detention
Victoria Roshchyna, who would have turned 28 this month, disappeared last year after she traveled to east Ukraine for a report.
Russia jails U.S. man, 72, accused of being a mercenary in Ukraine
A Russian court has sentenced an American named as Stephen Hubbard, 72, to almost 7 years in prison for "participating as a mercenary" in the Ukraine war.
Russia gains ground in Ukraine, adopting new tactics in war's 3rd year
Russia is relying on new tactics to gain ground in Ukraine, with the continuation of U.S. support uncertain as the war grinds on.
Trump meets with Zelenskyy, vowing to resolve Ukraine war "very quickly"
Former President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Trump Tower in New York on Friday morning.
Johnson demands Ukraine's Zelenskyy fire ambassador amid Trump rift
Republicans are claiming election interference after Zelenskyy visited Pennsylvania earlier this week.
Zelenskyy to meet Thursday with senators
It's unclear whether Ukraine's president will also meet with House members.
The stakes behind Ukraine's surprise attack inside Russian territory
Zelenskyy is gambling that his surprise attack into Russia can convince Putin to negotiate an end to the 2½-year-old war which has produced an estimated one million casualties. But Putin continues to rely on the sheer weight of numbers to grind Ukraine down.
Ukrainian president to visit Pennsylvania ammunition factory to thank workers
He is expected to go to the Scranton Army Ammunition Plant to kick off a busy week in the U.S. shoring up support for Ukraine.
Zelenskyy poised to meet with Biden, Harris and Trump next week
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to be among just a small handful of global political leaders to meet with both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump next week.
Ukraine launches "massive drone attack" on military depot deep in Russia
Russia said it was working to repel a Ukrainian drone attack on Toropets, where there's a major military depot, as explosions lit up the night.
U.S. sanctions Russian state media for raising money for troops in Ukraine
The State Department accused a Kremlin-backed news outlet of running fundraising campaigns to pay for sniper rifles, body armor and other equipment for soldiers fighting in Ukraine.
Putin warns West not to lift long-range missile restrictions on Ukraine
"If this decision is made, it will mean nothing less than the direct participation of NATO countries, the United States, and European countries," Russian President Vladimir Putin said.
How Donald Trump and Kamala Harris differ on the Russia-Ukraine war
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris sharply differ on the Ukraine-Russia war and Putin. Weeks before the 2024 election, here's where the two presidential nominees stand.
Russia responds to Harris-Trump debate: "Leave our president alone"
The Kremlin says Kamala Harris and Donald Trump threw around Vladimir Putin's name too often during their debate, and "we really, really don't like this."
U.S. says Iran now supplying Russia with missiles for Ukraine war
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken says Russia is likely to start hammering Ukraine with Iranian-provided ballistic missiles "within weeks."
NATO members Romania, Latvia say Russian drones violated their airspace
Two NATO members, Romania and Latvia, say Russian drones have violated their airspace.
U.S. promises Ukraine more aid at "critical moment" in war with Russia
Lloyd Austin announces more support for Ukraine at a "critical moment" in the war with Russia, as Zelenskyy says his partners' promises are unfulfilled.
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Journalist shot dead in Mexico amid wave of cartel violence
Radio host Mauricio Cruz Solis was a "source of inspiration and a tireless voice in the service of our community," the station said.
40,000 stolen coins based on animated kids' series "Bluey" recovered by police
Australian police say they recovered more than 40,000 stolen limited-edition coins based on the hit children's animated series "Bluey."
Flash flooding in Spain leaves dozens dead
Spanish authorities say dozens of people have died in flash flooding that is the worst natural disaster to hit the European nation in recent memory.
China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.
Teen accused of killing 3 U.K. girls had al Qaeda manual, police say
A teen accused of killing three girls in England is charged with producing the poison ricin and faces a terror offense for having a jihadi training manual.
Israel's potential ban on Palestinian aid agency UNRWA raises concerns
UNRWA "really plays an irreplaceable role right now in Gaza, where they are on the front lines getting humanitarian assistance to the people that need it," U.S. State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said.
Russia drill simulates "massive nuclear strike," Moscow says
Nuclear submarines test-fired ICBMs, while nuclear-capable bombers carried out practice launches of long-range cruise missiles, the defense ministry said.
Dozens jailed in drug smuggling mega-trial: "Your honor, I played, I lost."
The multinational cocaine and cannabis trafficking enterprise was busted after investigators cracked encrypted messaging apps.
Lebanon's Hezbollah names replacement for slain former leader
Naim Qassem is a founding member of Hezbollah and has been the party's deputy secretary general since the early 1990's.
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How Trump and Harris' health care stances and policy plans compare
A look at Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's stances on health care and what they've said about health care policy going into 2024 presidential election.
How voters perceive inflation could decide the election. Here's why.
With a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the U.S. election could hinge on how voters choose to look at inflation. Here's why.
Biden remark about Trump "garbage" rally angers GOP
Biden was responding to a joke made at a Trump rally by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, in which Hinchcliffe called Puerto Rico a "floating island of garbage."
Man who threatened Fani Willis gets nearly 2 years in prison
He made threatening phone calls just over a week before former President Donald Trump and 18 others were indicted in Fulton County in August 2023.
Inside a secure Arizona facility printing election ballots
The Runbeck Election Services facility in Phoenix will print about 35 million ballots for eight states this election.
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How voters perceive inflation could decide the election. Here's why.
With a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the U.S. election could hinge on how voters choose to look at inflation. Here's why.
Florida medical device maker Exactech declares bankruptcy
Exactech faces more than 2,000 lawsuits alleging it sold defective knee and hip implants.
Halloween costume chain Spirit bet on the pop-up model and won
Spirit Halloween's success as a seasonal pop-up retailer is leading it to make a foray into Christmas with 10 temporary stores.
DJT stock soars amid Donald Trump's rise in the betting markets
Trump Media's shares have soared with the former President Donald Trump's rise in the betting markets.
Dynacare baby powder recall expands recall due to asbestos concerns
Recalled products were sent to distributors in 35 states and sold on Amazon, Dynarex said in notice posted by FDA.
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How Trump and Harris' health care stances and policy plans compare
A look at Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's stances on health care and what they've said about health care policy going into 2024 presidential election.
Biden remark about Trump "garbage" rally angers GOP
Biden was responding to a joke made at a Trump rally by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, in which Hinchcliffe called Puerto Rico a "floating island of garbage."
Man who threatened Fani Willis gets nearly 2 years in prison
He made threatening phone calls just over a week before former President Donald Trump and 18 others were indicted in Fulton County in August 2023.
Inside a secure Arizona facility printing election ballots
The Runbeck Election Services facility in Phoenix will print about 35 million ballots for eight states this election.
Harris speaks at Ellipse, offering "a different path" than Trump
Vice President Kamala Harris delivered remarks at the same spot Trump inspired his supporters to march to the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
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Florida medical device maker Exactech declares bankruptcy
Exactech faces more than 2,000 lawsuits alleging it sold defective knee and hip implants.
Dynacare baby powder recall expands recall due to asbestos concerns
Recalled products were sent to distributors in 35 states and sold on Amazon, Dynarex said in notice posted by FDA.
Rare case of Lassa fever kills an Iowa resident. Here's what to know.
The middle-aged Iowa resident had recently returned from travel to West Africa, where it is believed they contracted the virus.
Maximizing your annual wellness checkup
As the year wraps up, it might be a good time to book that doctor's visit before deductibles reset. CBS chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook shares how to make each appointment with your physician truly count.
Organ donations drop after reports of man mistakenly declared dead
Transplant experts are seeing a spike in people revoking organ donor registrations after reports that organs were nearly retrieved from a Kentucky man mistakenly declared dead.
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Journalist shot dead in Mexico amid wave of cartel violence
Radio host Mauricio Cruz Solis was a "source of inspiration and a tireless voice in the service of our community," the station said.
40,000 stolen coins based on animated kids' series "Bluey" recovered by police
Australian police say they recovered more than 40,000 stolen limited-edition coins based on the hit children's animated series "Bluey."
Flash flooding in Spain leaves dozens dead
Spanish authorities say dozens of people have died in flash flooding that is the worst natural disaster to hit the European nation in recent memory.
China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.
Teen accused of killing 3 U.K. girls had al Qaeda manual, police say
A teen accused of killing three girls in England is charged with producing the poison ricin and faces a terror offense for having a jihadi training manual.
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From the archives: Teri Garr on living with MS
Oscar-nominated actress Teri Garr, best known for her comic turns in "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie," died on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at age 79. In this "Sunday Morning" profile originally broadcast on December 4, 2005, Garr talked with correspondent Rita Braver about her autobiography, "Speedbumps"; how she advanced from dancing in the background of Elvis Presley movies to starring roles (she was, admittedly, up-front about lying on her resume); and how it became harder for her to find acting jobs following a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis.
Teri Garr, actor known for "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie" roles, dies at 79
Teri Garr rose from being a background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to co-star in such favorites as "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie."
"Mornings Memory": Taylor Swift interview
In today's "Mornings Memory," we revisit Taylor Swift's 2014 interview with Gayle King, where she shared insights into her life and career just as her stardom skyrocketed.
Sindhu Vee on "The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh"
Stand-up comedian Sindhu Vee stars in the new TV series about an Indian family navigating life and neighborhood drama in America. Vee joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss her role.
Opera Philadelphia reaches new audiences
Opera Philadelphia is lowering ticket prices to make opera more relevant and accessible. The move is drawing in some first-time audiences and boosting revenue. Scott MacFarlane goes backstage to explore this innovative strategy.
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Report probes phone companies over robocalls
While scam phone calls have slightly decreased in the last three years, scam texts have tripled. A consumer report found that phone companies need to do more to prevent robocalls and texts for customers. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen has more.
Alleged China interference efforts: New details
The Washington Post is reporting that a group of hackers linked to the Chinese government collected audio recordings from phone calls of American political figures, including an unnamed Donald Trump campaign adviser. The report comes days after CBS News learned the same hacking group tried to access phones and networks used by the former president, Sen. JD Vance and members of Kamala Harris' campaign. Chris Krebs, former director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, joins CBS News with analysis.
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.
Apple Intelligence AI rollout starts today with release of iOS 18.1
These are the Apple Intelligence features that are now available on compatible devices.
Apple Intelligence rollout begins
Your iPhone could become a whole lot smarter Monday with the launch of Apple Intelligence, introducing a slew of AI features on eligible devices. CNET editor-at-large Bridget Carey joined CBS News to discuss the new features.
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China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.
The Climate Election: The economy, explained
The economy remains one of the top concerns for voters just a week out from Election Day, but there's a major factor that experts say could cause significant harm to it: climate change. One study found that not limiting global temperature rise could cost $551 trillion, roughly 19 times the size of the entire U.S. economy.
Neil deGrasse Tyson shares cosmic journey
Neil deGrasse Tyson explores the cosmos in his new book, "Merlin's Tour of the Universe," where he answers readers' questions on galaxies, black holes and more. He joins "CBS Mornings" to share more his cosmic journey.
World "miles short' of emissions goals to curb climate change, U.N. says
Greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere reached record highs in 2023, the U.N. warned, with countries falling "miles short" of what is needed to curb devastating global warming.
Why U.S. is seeing record-high October temps
In parts of the U.S., it's been spooky warm, with some places setting records for heat. As we get ready for Halloween, CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has been taking a closer look at these records and how climate change is heating up trick or treating.
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Journalist shot dead in Mexico amid wave of cartel violence
Radio host Mauricio Cruz Solis was a "source of inspiration and a tireless voice in the service of our community," the station said.
Brazilian au pair charged in double homicide pleads guilty to manslaughter
Juliana Peres Magalhães pleaded guilty to manslaughter on Tuesday in what prosecutors say was an elaborate double-murder scheme to frame a man in the stabbing of Christine Banfield.
Paul Pelosi attacker David DePape sentenced to life term on state charges
The man who was convicted in the 2022 attack on the husband of House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole Tuesday following his state trial.
Dozens jailed in drug smuggling mega-trial: "Your honor, I played, I lost."
The multinational cocaine and cannabis trafficking enterprise was busted after investigators cracked encrypted messaging apps.
Officer accused in Andre Hill's murder takes stand: "I made a mistake"
Former Columbus officer Adam Coy said he rolled over Andre Hill's body, saw a pile of keys and realized there was no gun.
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SpaceX Dragon crew taken to medical facility
NASA says three NASA astronauts and one Russian cosmonaut were taken to a medical facility for additional evaluation after splashing down to Earth Friday morning in the SpaceX Dragon Capsule. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss the mission.
SpaceX Dragon Capsule splashes down
Three NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut returned to Earth early Friday in the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule Endeavour, capping a record-setting 235-day mission to the International Space Station. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood has more.
Space station crew gets medical evaluation after record 235-day mission
The Crew Dragon splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico a month later than planned, setting a SpaceX endurance record in the process.
4 large asteroids, including 1 the size of a skyscraper, speed past Earth
Four huge asteroids — and a fifth that's much smaller — are passing Earth on Thursday in their closest approaches to the planet ever recorded.
Four space station crew members head for Friday return to Earth
Spending a month longer than planned aboard the ISS, three NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut are finally headed home.
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From the archives: Teri Garr on living with MS
Oscar-nominated actress Teri Garr, best known for her comic turns in "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie," died on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at age 79. In this "Sunday Morning" profile originally broadcast on December 4, 2005, Garr talked with correspondent Rita Braver about her autobiography, "Speedbumps"; how she advanced from dancing in the background of Elvis Presley movies to starring roles (she was, admittedly, up-front about lying on her resume); and how it became harder for her to find acting jobs following a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis.
Report probes phone companies over robocalls
While scam phone calls have slightly decreased in the last three years, scam texts have tripled. A consumer report found that phone companies need to do more to prevent robocalls and texts for customers. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen has more.
Harris struggles with Arab, Muslim voters
Vice President Kamala Harris is struggling to win the support of Arab and Muslim voters in Michigan. Four of them who voted for President Biden in 2020 explain why they will not vote for Harris on Election Day. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
Dozens killed in Israeli strike in Gaza
The Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry said dozens of Palestinians were killed or missing after an Israeli airstrike hit a building where displaced families were sheltering Tuesday. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports.
Harris makes final appeal to voters at the Ellipse
Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday gave her "closing argument" speech at the Ellipse in Washington, D.C., a week before Election Day, the same park where former President Donald Trump spoke on Jan. 6, 2021, ahead of the Capitol insurrection. Meanwhile, Trump also held a rally in Allentown, Pennsylvania. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.