Photos show Chinese troop build-up after Hong Kong airport chaos
Beijing accuses protesters of terrorism over violent clashes, as even protest leaders acknowledge it may have gone too far -- but they say they're "just too scared"
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Riot police clash with protesters at Hong Kong airport
Chinese security forces mass at border of semi-autonomous city in ominous display of power as Beijing calls protests an "existential threat"
Protests shut down Hong Kong airport as China gets more aggressive
Beijing accuses pro-democracy protesters of showing "signs of terrorism" as police use more force in street confrontations
Hong Kong protests paralyze travel but leader vows to stay on
Police fired tear gas after weekend of clashes with demonstrators and Carrie Lam remained defiant as some 200 flights were cancelled and subway service was disrupted
China slams "violent crimes" as Hong Kong protests ramp up
Beijing suggests "irresponsible people" in the West have encouraged protests in the semi-autonomous city as dozens arrested in street clashes
U.S. draws China's ire with proposed $2.2B arms sale to Taiwan
Beijing claims Taiwan as its territory, and has been making more overt military threats and trying to isolate the tiny, self-ruled island
Chinese workers rebel against grueling "9-9-6" workplace culture
The practice is illegal, but the government turns a blind eye because the long hours help build China's tech giants
Why the U.S. could "possibly lose" war against China in East Asia
China "has gained on us more rapidly than any other country has in history, militarily," says former deputy director and acting director of the CIA Michael Morell
China vows to arrest "criminals" behind Hong Kong chaos
Semi-autonomous Chinese enclave wakes up more divided than ever after unprecedented day of unrest, but nothing has changed yet
Hong Kong protesters seize government headquarters, clash with police
Police backed off as protesters poured into semi-autonomous region's legislature, but they now say the building will be cleared with "appropriate force"
Anger mounts as Hong Kong leader ignores protesters' ultimatum
Chinese-appointed Chief Executive Carrie Lam faces fresh groundswell of fury after ignoring demands to retract proposed extradition law
Hong Kong protest leaders reject leader's apology for violence
Chief Executive of semi-autonomous Chinese region said sorry, but didn't retract hugely unpopular extradition bill, and protest leaders aren't having it
Rescue efforts underway after deadly earthquakes in China
Buildings collapsed when the twin temblors struck the southwestern Sichuan province late on Monday
China warns of "serious harm" as Taiwan confirms U.S. arms request
Taiwan, which China claims as its territory, wants to buy U.S. tanks, air defenses and other weapons - a purchase that would infuriate Beijing
China issues travel warning for U.S., citing crime and harassment
Warning urges Chinese citizens and Chinese-funded bodies in U.S. to step up safety awareness and preventative measures, and respond "appropriately and actively"
Pompeo's Tiananmen Square anniversary remarks draw fire from China
Top U.S. diplomat lauded "heroes" who demanded democracy 30 years ago and suffered for it, and that doesn't jibe with Beijing's rewritten version of history
China still quietly quashing dissent 30 years after Tiananmen Square
Communist government barely acknowledges deadly crackdown on pro-democracy demonstrators, but it's very aware of the anniversary, and keen to avoid a repeat
What other countries are saying about the U.S.-China trade war
China warns it will take "necessary countermeasures" as Trump threatens even more tariffs, while the rest of the world worries
Lawmakers urge White House to sanction China over Muslim prison camps
Bipartisan group says Trump admin's words are "not enough" to stop China's "human rights abuses that may constitute crimes against humanity"
Chinese teacher suspected of poisoning of 23 kindergarteners
Attacks on children at China's schools are often deadly, not unusual, and usually blamed on the mentally ill or people with grudges
Taiwan seeks new warplanes from U.S. as tension with China mounts
U.S. is bound to help Taiwan defend itself, but China's leader warned in January he wouldn't rule out force to stop independence activities
China demands U.S. drop extradition request for Huawei exec.
Beijing calls Meng Wanzhou's case unusual and says U.S. extradition request infringes on her "safety and legitimate rights"
Amid row over Huawei exec, China sentences Canadian man to death
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau concerned China has decided "arbitrarily" re-sentence man already serving drug trafficking sentence
Kim Jong Un's China visit a "stepping stone" for 2nd Trump summit?
North Korean leader likely trying to sync message with his most vital ally ahead of another expected sit-down with Trump
Chinese leader vows to stop "any sort of Taiwan independence"
But Taiwan's president rejects China's insistence on "one country, two systems" unification
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Woman detained after American diplomat found dead in Myanmar
Police are treating the case as a possible homicide and have a Thai woman in custody, sources told The Associated Press.
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Trump says Iran took "too long" to negotiate, will now "pay the price"
The U.S.-Iran ceasefire appears to crumble as Trump says Tehran will "pay the price" for not reaching a deal after a new exchange of fire.
Pilot allegedly flew 900 flights without valid license: "Like a movie script"
"This is similar to a doctor that is licensed to practice family medicine but is doing brain surgery in their office," police said.
Violent anti-immigration protests erupt in Belfast after stabbing attack
Despite calls for calm, masked anti-immigration protesters in Belfast set a bus, vehicles and some homes on fire in what one politician called "a race-based pogrom."
Mass shooting by multiple attackers leaves at least dozen dead in South Africa
Multiple attackers killed at least 12 people and wounded nine others in a late-night mass shooting near South Africa's biggest city, Johannesburg, police say.
Vance: Iran deal could happen in a week or months from now
In an interview airing on "CBS Sunday Morning," Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. will reach a deal with Iran before November's midterm elections.
Dozens of 7,000-year-old headless human skeletons found in ditch
Researchers have discovered dozens of headless human skeletons in a ditch in Slovakia, which they believe date back 7,000 years.
Ukraine winning war with Russia, retired U.S. generals say
Several retired U.S. generals and the former director of a U.S. intelligence agency told CBS News they believe Ukraine now has the upper hand in the war with Russia.
Afghan Taliban forces open fire at protest sparked by dress code arrests
Afghanistan's Taliban rulers deny shooting at protesters and claim no women or girls have been arrested because they're all following strict dress code rules.
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Inflation topped 4% in May as CPI surged to highest level in 3 years
The Consumer Price Index rose last month at a 4.2% annual rate amid a spike in U.S. energy prices.
Woman detained after American diplomat found dead in Myanmar
Police are treating the case as a possible homicide and have a Thai woman in custody, sources told The Associated Press.
Bill Gates to appear today before House committee investigating Epstein
The Microsoft co-founder will sit for the transcribed interview as revelations about his relationship with Epstein have rocked his philanthropic foundation.
Nevada GOP Gov. Lombardo projected to face Democrat Ford in highly competitive race
Democrats are aiming to unseat Nevada GOP Gov. Joe Lombardo in one of the country's most tightly contested gubernatorial contests this year.
Michigan court overturns man's conviction in plot to kidnap Gov. Whitmer
In a 3-0 ruling, the Michigan Court of Appeals on Tuesday overturned a conviction against a man in connection with the 2020 plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
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Inflation topped 4% in May as CPI surged to highest level in 3 years
The Consumer Price Index rose last month at a 4.2% annual rate amid a spike in U.S. energy prices.
May inflation likely topped 4% for first time in 3 years, economists say
Economists expect the Consumer Price Index this week to show U.S. inflation continuing to rise due to higher energy costs.
Here's the retirement challenge nobody talks about
Many Americans spend decades saving for retirement, but lack a plan for using that money once they stop working, a new survey finds. Here's what to know.
A bidding war is underway for the world's oldest bank
Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena has been operating for well over 500 years, and some Italian officials reportedly want to ensure it stays in Italian hands.
Social Security's insolvency date is projected for end of 2032
Medicare's hospital insurance trust fund will be unable to pay full benefits in 2033, which could lead to higher health care costs for Americans over 65.
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Bill Gates to appear today before House committee investigating Epstein
The Microsoft co-founder will sit for the transcribed interview as revelations about his relationship with Epstein have rocked his philanthropic foundation.
Nevada GOP Gov. Lombardo projected to face Democrat Ford in highly competitive race
Democrats are aiming to unseat Nevada GOP Gov. Joe Lombardo in one of the country's most tightly contested gubernatorial contests this year.
Michigan court overturns man's conviction in plot to kidnap Gov. Whitmer
In a 3-0 ruling, the Michigan Court of Appeals on Tuesday overturned a conviction against a man in connection with the 2020 plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
Graham Platner to win Maine Democratic Senate primary and face Sen. Susan Collins
The primary victories set up a race that could be key to Democrats' hopes of winning control of the Senate.
Rep. Nancy Mace fails to advance in GOP primary for South Carolina governor
Pamela Evette and Alan Wilson are heading to a runoff on June 23 in South Carolina's Republican primary for governor.
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FDA approves new sunscreen ingredient
The FDA approved a new ingredient for sunscreen that's been in use in Europe for years. Dr. Jon LaPook has more details.
New sunscreen option wins FDA approval after years of delay
A sunscreen ingredient that's been available in Europe, Japan and South Korea for years has finally been approved by the FDA for sale in the U.S.
Safety concerns over weight loss drug
There's a new safety concern about doctors prescribing one experimental weight loss treatment, retatrutide, that hasn't even been FDA approved yet. Adam Yamaguchi reports.
How an experimental weight-loss drug is being openly promoted by physicians
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
The promises and pitfalls of GLP-1 drugs
Approved 20 years ago as a diabetes treatment, GLP-1 drugs have been found to help patients reduce weight, changing the lives of more than 30 million people in the U.S. But there also have been troubling side effects reported.
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Woman detained after American diplomat found dead in Myanmar
Police are treating the case as a possible homicide and have a Thai woman in custody, sources told The Associated Press.
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Trump says Iran took "too long" to negotiate, will now "pay the price"
The U.S.-Iran ceasefire appears to crumble as Trump says Tehran will "pay the price" for not reaching a deal after a new exchange of fire.
Pilot allegedly flew 900 flights without valid license: "Like a movie script"
"This is similar to a doctor that is licensed to practice family medicine but is doing brain surgery in their office," police said.
Violent anti-immigration protests erupt in Belfast after stabbing attack
Despite calls for calm, masked anti-immigration protesters in Belfast set a bus, vehicles and some homes on fire in what one politician called "a race-based pogrom."
Mass shooting by multiple attackers leaves at least dozen dead in South Africa
Multiple attackers killed at least 12 people and wounded nine others in a late-night mass shooting near South Africa's biggest city, Johannesburg, police say.
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Broadway stars at the Tony Awards
Hollywood stars like Daniel Radcliffe and Rachel Dratch took to the stage this Broadway season. CBS News' Taylor Masi spoke with some of the stars at the 2026 Tony Awards.
Logan Marshall-Green on "Killing Castro"
"Marshals" actor Logan Marshall-Green joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings to discuss his recent work on "The Odyssey," "Boiúna: Legend of the Amazon" and "Killing Castro."
Expert on UAPs, Spielberg's "Disclosure Day"
Garry Nolan, a professor of pathology at Stanford University School of Medicine and the executive director of the board for The Sol Foundation, joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss Steven Spielberg's new movie, "Disclosure Day," and its exploration of the existence of aliens on Earth.
Biggest winners from the 79th Tony Awards
CBS News New York's Dave Carlin breaks down the biggest wins and performances from the 79th Tony Awards.
Steven Spielberg talks "Disclosure Day"
Oscar-winning director Steven Spielberg talks to CBS News about his 34th feature film, "Disclosure Day," which explores what would happen if all of the evidence about UFOs and alien life was released to the entire world and proved we are not alone. He also discusses his opinion on aliens, saying they "have been here and they are here."
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OpenAI announces plan to go public
Last week, Anthropic, valued at almost a trillion dollars, filed to go public. Yesterday, its chief rival OpenAI confidentially filed for an initial public offering. Later this week, SpaceX is set to go public in what could be the largest IPO ever. Jon Krohn, the co-founder and CEO of Y Carrot, joins CBS News to discuss.
Meta launches program to train workers for data center jobs
Meta pledged to invest $115 million to train electricians, plumbers and other workers needed to operate data centers.
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.
New Apple features to keep kids safe
Apple is rolling out an update with new parental controls to help navigate screen time and keep kids safe. Jo Ling Kent explains the changes.
How to buy SpaceX shares as its blockbuster IPO readies for liftoff
SpaceX is setting aside a large chunk of shares for ordinary investors as it seeks to raise a record $75 billion. Here's what to know.
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NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
El Niño could bring more widespread coral bleaching, NOAA warns
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
Scientists find yeast in frozen mummy's guts, use it to make bread
More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed by an arrow in the back.
Meteor lights up southern Michigan
Days after a meteor exploded over New England, another fireball was spotted, visible in the Midwest to the Northeast. Rob Marciano has more.
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Pilot allegedly flew 900 flights without valid license: "Like a movie script"
"This is similar to a doctor that is licensed to practice family medicine but is doing brain surgery in their office," police said.
Mass shooting by multiple attackers leaves at least dozen dead in South Africa
Multiple attackers killed at least 12 people and wounded nine others in a late-night mass shooting near South Africa's biggest city, Johannesburg, police say.
Nick Reiner seeks trust fund release
Nick Reiner, who's accused of killing his parents, Rob and Estelle Reiner, last December, wants a judge to order the release of money from his trust fund. Carter Evans reports.
Karmelo Anthony found guilty of murder
Emotions were high after a jury in Texas found 19-year-old Karmelo Anthony guilty of murder in the fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a high school track meet last year. Immediately after the verdict, tension erupted outside the courthouse. Jonah Kaplan reports.
Details on Karmelo Anthony's sentencing
A jury on Tuesday found Karmelo Anthony, 19, guilty of murder for the 2025 stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a Texas track meet. CBS News correspondent Jonah Kaplan reports.
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NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
Blue Origin vows to resume New Glenn launches despite explosion
Damage to Blue Origin's lone launch pad in the wake of last week's spectacular explosion was not as severe as initially feared, the company said.
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Platner wins Maine primary despite scandals
Graham Platner won the Maine Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, CBS News projects, despite a growing number of controversies surrounding his campaign. He'll face Republican Sen. Susan Collins in November. Meanwhile, in California, Republican Steve Hilton advanced to the general election to take on Democrat Xavier Becerra.
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A 19-year-old is convicted of murder after a track meet stabbing; the U.S. launches new strikes on Iran.
Graham Platner wins primary, CBS News projects
CBS News projects that Graham Platner has won Maine's Democratic Senate primary, setting up a November battle with Sen. Susan Collins for her seat. Platner had faced a bevy of scandals in recent weeks. Jessi Mitchell anchored CBS News' special report.
The goals and challenges for Artemis III
Four astronauts are expected to launch into Earth orbit next year as part of NASA's goal to return to the lunar surface. Retired NASA astronaut Clayton Anderson joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the mission's goals and challenges.
New research on remote work and mental health
New research suggests that working remotely full-time can negatively affect people's mental health, despite polls that show people are willing to get paid less for that flexibility. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo has more.