Taliban bars Afghan women from working for the U.N.
The latest step in the Taliban's systematic obliteration of women's rights will also be a major blow to the humanitarian aid work millions of Afghans rely on.
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Taliban arrests prominent education campaigner who refused to back down
Matiullah Wesa, whose Pen Path organization worked to ensure education access for all Afghans, was detained over "his activities and high-level meetings with Westerners."
Thousands of Afghans still stuck in UAE camp "like a prison," HRW says
Between 2,400 and 2,700 Afghans hoping to resettle in the West have been stuck in the "Emirates Humanitarian City" for more than 15 months, the report says.
On International Women's Day, Afghan women say world "neglected us completely"
"Afghanistan has become a prison for women," one activist told CBS News, "and the world is just watching."
Iranian archer: "No regrets" for protesting, despite being shot in eye
"I am never sad about what happened," Kosar Khoshnoudikia told a London-based TV channel. "I lost some things, but I gained a lot."
U.N. women press Taliban on rights, but visit marred by "a mistake"
Two senior, Muslim women from the global body visited Afghanistan to push the hardline group to restore women's rights. Not everyone they met was willing to engage.
British government to add trans people to bill banning "conversion therapy"
The proposed legislation would outlaw "conversion" practices targeting people based on their sexuality or gender, officials said Tuesday.
Afghan cricket team faces backlash over perceived support for Taliban
Senior team members say "politics" shouldn't interfere with sports, but Afghan women who've lost virtually all of their rights say it's not politics, it's "life."
Tempered hope as India's top court takes up same-sex marriage
The Supreme Court has taken collective ownership of a handful of legal petitions to lower courts seeking recognition of same-sex marriage, but activists see an uphill battle.
Some of the dreams "ruined" by the Taliban's ban on women at college
One young woman told CBS News she felt "dead inside" when Afghanistan's hardline rulers brought back the status quo from before their 20-year war with America.
LGBTQ rights activist's body found stuffed in a metal box on roadside
Police in Kenya, where sex between men is illegal, say they're investigating, but "don't know for now why he was killed that way."
Taliban bans women from university education
The Taliban has banned women and girls in Afghanistan from attending universities. Despite initially promising otherwise, it is just the latest in a stark rollback of freedoms for women, which started when the Taliban took control in 2021. Investigative journalist Ramita Navai, who made the PBS Frontline documentary "Afghanistan Undercover," joined CBS News to discuss what this rule means for Afghanistan, and the reality of life for women and girls living under Taliban rule.
Harry and Meghan win human rights award before Netlfix documentary drops
"They've talked about racial justice and they've talked about mental illness in a way that was incredibly brave," Kerry Kennedy said.
Russian President Vladimir Putin signs expanded anti-LGBTQ+ law
All positive depictions of the LGBTQ+ community in literature, film, television, online and more will now be illegal in Russia.
Iranian soccer star arrested for criticizing government
Voria Ghafouri, a former member of Iran's national soccer team, has been an outspoken critic of Iranian authorities.
German World Cup players cover mouths in protest of "One Love" armbands ban
The gesture was a response to FIFA's effective nixing of seven European teams' plans to wear armbands that were seen as a rebuke to host nation Qatar and its human rights record.
Qatar's same-sex relationship ban sparks outrage
Many players and fans of the World Cup are taking issue with host country Qatar’s ban on same-sex relationships — and also with soccer star David Beckham’s decision to promote the country’s competition.
World Cup used to promote inclusion, human rights
Both players and fans are using the World Cup stage as an opportunity to highlight issues of inclusion and human rights, including LGBTQ+ rights in host nation Qatar and the ongoing anti-regime protests in Iran.
Economics of the World Cup in Qatar
The World Cup presents a major opportunity for host country Qatar to boost its tourism industry, although controversies over human rights concerns are complicating its potential. Ann Berry, founder of Threadneedle Ventures, joins CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Lana Zak to discuss the economics of the massive tournament.
Blinken calls FIFA's World Cup ban on "One Love" armband "concerning"
The U.S. diplomat jabbed soccer's governing body over "restrictions on freedom of expression" as he visited the World Cup host nation, where homosexuality can draw a death penalty.
As Taliban doles out lashings, crackdown on Afghan women and girls continues
Public beatings, unexplained arrests of female activists and a litany of new restrictions are all part of the Taliban's bid "to forcefully silence women."
Controversial Qatar FIFA World Cup kicks off
The FIFA World Cup got underway Sunday and Team USA will launch their campaign against Wales later on Monday. The Middle East's first World Cup has been plagued by international criticism directed at Qatar's human rights record and the working conditions of the migrant labor force who helped build the stadiums. Roxana Saberi reports from Doha.
"Hundreds of workers" died to build Qatar World Cup, rights group says
Qatar is one of the world's wealthiest nations, but a migrant worker tells CBS News he had "no rights" when he went to work there. Others didn't even survive.
The migrant workers who built the World Cup
A human rights group tells CBS News hundreds of migrant workers have died while building the World Cup stadiums. Holly Williams has more.
Report: At least 32 transgender people killed in U.S. this year
The latest annual report from the Human Rights Campaign acknowledges that the death toll is likely underreported.
Fact checking Trump's remarks after historic conviction in "hush money" trial
CBS News fact checked four misleading claims Trump made about his trial in remarks he made Friday morning.
Boeing Starliner's first astronaut flight halted at the last minute
Nearly a month after a frustrating launch scrub, the Starliner and its two-person crew were initially cleared for a second attempt to reach orbit.
Chad Daybell sentenced to death in triple murder
Chad Daybell was sentenced to death in the murders of his wife, Tammy Daybell, and his then-girlfriend's children Joshua "JJ" Vallow and Tylee Ryan.
Hostage families call for Israel, Hamas to accept proposal pushed by Biden
President Joe Biden urged Hamas to agree on the deal that would release some 100 remaining hostages, along with the bodies of around 30 more, in exchange for an extended cease-fire in Gaza.
Columbia security breaks up new encampment, social media video shows
Protesters erected a new encampment on Columbia University's campus Friday, just as the school's annual alumni reunion weekend was getting underway.
Pride Month is showing its colors worldwide as it kicks off today
The annual celebration of LGBTQ+ people and culture begins Saturday against a complicated backdrop.
Family hopes new law to protect kids online prevents tragedies like theirs
John Demay said that what started as a seemingly innocuous encounter on Instagram quickly turned deadly for his teenage son Jordan.
Video shows anti-Islam activist among those stabbed in Germany attack
Police confirm that several people were stabbed in an attack in southwest Germany which reportedly targeted an anti-Islam activist.
Nelson Mandela's party loses 30-year majority in South Africa
With nearly 99% of votes counted, the once-dominant ANC had received just over 40% in the election, well short of the majority it had held since the famed all-race vote of 1994 that ended apartheid.
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Chad Daybell sentenced to death in triple murder
Chad Daybell was sentenced to death in the murders of his wife, Tammy Daybell, and his then-girlfriend's children Joshua "JJ" Vallow and Tylee Ryan.
Family hopes new law to protect kids online prevents tragedies like theirs
John Demay said that what started as a seemingly innocuous encounter on Instagram quickly turned deadly for his teenage son Jordan.
Architects prepare for hurricanes, storms: "Invest now or pay later"
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season is forecast to have up to 25 named storms, with up to seven turning into major hurricanes.
Boeing Starliner's first astronaut flight halted at the last minute
Nearly a month after a frustrating launch scrub, the Starliner and its two-person crew were initially cleared for a second attempt to reach orbit.
Muted frenzy in the courtroom when Trump verdict came in
As the verdict was read, former President Donald Trump's eyes appeared to close, and his head shook slightly, lips pursed and eyes downcast.
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Romance Writers of America falls into bankruptcy amid allegations of racism
Authors complained for years that the organization was predominantly White — causing membership to plummet.
Costco vows not to hike the price of its $1.50 hot dog combo
Costco hasn't raised the cost of its popular hot dog and soda combo in nearly 40 years, and it's not about to now, a senior exec says.
Millions of Americans are losing access to low-cost internet service
FCC calls on Congress for funding to restart program that helped low-income households get high-speed internet service.
Google admits its AI Overviews can generate "some odd, inaccurate" results
Google said it's rolling back its AI-generated search results feature after two weeks. Here's why.
Vermont law requires "Big Oil" to pay for climate change damages
the law would require fossil fuel companies to contribute to a superfund that will be used to help the state adapt to climate change and develop more resilient infrastructure.
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Muted frenzy in the courtroom when Trump verdict came in
As the verdict was read, former President Donald Trump's eyes appeared to close, and his head shook slightly, lips pursed and eyes downcast.
Trump says "we're going to fight" in remarks a day after his conviction
Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on 34 felony counts in a case stemming from a "hush money" payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
Fact checking Trump's remarks after historic conviction in "hush money" trial
CBS News fact checked four misleading claims Trump made about his trial in remarks he made Friday morning.
Ex-U.S. official casts Sen. Bob Menendez as a villain at bribery trial
A former top U.S. agricultural official testified that Menendez tried to stop him from disrupting a halal certification monopoly that Egypt awarded to one of his constituents.
Trump may face travel restrictions in some countries after conviction
The former president often speaks about removing "criminals out of our country." Some countries could keep Trump out of theirs.
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Ozempic craze can trigger complicated feelings for those who wished for "magic fix"
Even if someone has gone through a healing process with body image or their relationship with food, these challenges can "last a lifetime," a licensed mental health counselor tells CBS News.
About 1 in 3 Americans have lost someone to a drug overdose, new study finds
Almost one in five survey responders had lost a family member or close friend to a drug overdose, researchers found.
U.S. to make millions of bird flu vaccine doses this summer
The U.S. has ordered 4.8 million doses of vaccine to target bird flu in case the outbreak spreads in people.
The FDA is weighing approval of MDMA for PTSD. Here's what patients could see.
Details of the FDA's proposal were published Friday ahead of a meeting next week.
Mediterranean diet associated with 23% reduction in mortality, study finds
The Mediterranean diet has long been regarded as a heart-healthy option, but a new study has found the diet may help reduce risk of death.
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Environmental activist sticks protest poster to Monet's "Poppy Field"
The activist targeted Claude Monet's "Poppy Field" painting, affixing a sticker that covered about half of the artwork with an apocalyptic, futuristic vision of the same scene.
North Korea sending more garbage balloons over border, South Korea says
The balloon launches are among a recent series of provocations by North Korea.
Hostage families call for Israel, Hamas to accept proposal pushed by Biden
President Joe Biden urged Hamas to agree on the deal that would release some 100 remaining hostages, along with the bodies of around 30 more, in exchange for an extended cease-fire in Gaza.
Nelson Mandela's party loses 30-year majority in South Africa
With nearly 99% of votes counted, the once-dominant ANC had received just over 40% in the election, well short of the majority it had held since the famed all-race vote of 1994 that ended apartheid.
Canadian serial killer Robert Pickton dead after prison assault
Robert Pickton was assaulted at Port-Cartier Institution in Quebec, a maximum-security federal institution, by another inmate, authorities said.
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Rett Madison performs "One For Jackie, One For Crystal"
West Virginia native Rett Madison started writing songs as a child and performing at summer camps. Her most recent album, "One for Jackie," is an emotional powerhouse about her mother that thrust her into the spotlight. Now, from "One for Jackie," here is Rett Madison with "One for Jackie, One for Crystal."
Rett Madison performs "Fortune Teller"
West Virginia native Rett Madison started writing songs as a child and performing at summer camps. Her most recent album, "One for Jackie," is an emotional powerhouse about her mother that thrust her into the spotlight. Now, from "One for Jackie," here is Rett Madison with "Fortune Teller."
Rett Madison performs "Flea Market"
West Virginia native Rett Madison started writing songs as a child and performing at summer camps. Her most recent album, "One for Jackie," is an emotional powerhouse about her mother that thrust her into the spotlight. Now, from "One for Jackie," here is Rett Madison with "Flea Market."
Documentary explores real-life "Truman Show"
In "The Truman Show," Jim Carrey's character, Truman, learns that his entire life is a lie and that he is the subject of a reality TV show. Before the film even hit theaters, a similar real-life scenario was taking place in Japan: Nasubi, a 22-year-old aspiring comedian, became an unwitting participant on a twisted reality show. A new documentary explores the show and its impact. Michelle Miller reports.
Jennifer Lopez cancels summer tour
Jennifer Lopez has canceled her upcoming summer tour to spend more time with her "children, family and close friends," Live Nation announced Friday.
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Boeing's Starliner set to launch Saturday
All systems are go for a second attempted launch of Boeing's Starliner capsule on Saturday, making its maiden voyage to the International Space Station with two astronauts on board. Manuel Bojorquez reports from the Kennedy Space Center.
OpenAI warns of foreign propaganda campaigns
ChatGPT developer OpenAI warns that state actors worldwide use generative artificial intelligence to run covert propaganda operations. The company told The Washington Post it found groups in Russia, China, Iran and Israel using its technology to build and launch social media campaigns. Gerrit De Vynck, tech reporter for The Post, joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
Google admits its AI Overviews can generate "some odd, inaccurate" results
Google said it's rolling back its AI-generated search results feature after two weeks. Here's why.
Alleged Ticketmaster data hack
Australia is investigating a potential Ticketmaster data breach affecting over half a billion users. Those behind the attack are said to be offering the data for $500,000 on the dark web. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga brings us the latest details.
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Study: Climate change killing summer oysters
A recent study from the University of Washington suggests that rising summer temperatures threaten triploid oysters, specifically bred in the 1970s to be more resilient to harsher environments. Despite that, researchers found that triploids die nearly 2.5 times faster than other oysters when under heat stress. Neil Thompson, geneticist for the U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service, joins CBS News to unpack the findings.
Tiny fern breaks world record for largest genome on Earth
The New Caledonian fern, Tmesipteris oblanceolata, has more than 50 times more DNA packed into the nucleus of its cells than humans do.
Tom Steyer on how to beat climate change
Can the climate crisis be won as temperatures soar, oceans rise and air quality deteriorates? Former presidential candidate Tom Steyer thinks it can. The climate investor joins "America Decides" to discuss his new book "Cheaper, Faster, Better: How We'll Win the Climate War."
The bird flu vaccine is made with eggs. That has scientists worried.
The spread of an avian flu virus in cattle has again brought public health attention to the potential for a global pandemic. Fighting it would depend, for now, on 1940s technology that makes vaccines from hens' eggs.
How climate change impacts flight turbulence
Turbulence on flights has been increasing, and climate change could be one of the reasons why. CBS News senior weather producer David Parkinson explains how the human-caused phenomenon affects the flight path.
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Chad Daybell sentenced to death in triple murder
Chad Daybell was sentenced to death in the murders of his wife, Tammy Daybell, and his then-girlfriend's children Joshua "JJ" Vallow and Tylee Ryan.
Family hopes new law to protect kids online prevents tragedies like theirs
John Demay said that what started as a seemingly innocuous encounter on Instagram quickly turned deadly for his teenage son Jordan.
Canadian serial killer Robert Pickton dead after prison assault
Robert Pickton was assaulted at Port-Cartier Institution in Quebec, a maximum-security federal institution, by another inmate, authorities said.
Sinaloa cartel leader, a U.S. fugitive, is shot dead in Mexico
Eliseo Imperial Castro, who was wanted by the U.S., was the nephew of Sinaloa cartel co-founder Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada.
Man accused of killing Georgia nursing student pleads not guilty
Jose Ibarra pleaded not guilty to killing nursing student Laken Hope Riley on Friday in a Georgia court.
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Boeing Starliner launch scrubbed at the late minute
The second attempt to send Boeing's Starliner crew capsule into orbit was cancelled just minutes before it was set to launch.
Boeing Starliner's first astronaut flight halted at the last minute
Nearly a month after a frustrating launch scrub, the Starliner and its two-person crew were initially cleared for a second attempt to reach orbit.
Northern lights may return to U.S. early June
If you missed the fantastic display of the northern lights in May, you could soon have another chance. In early June, the active solar region responsible for those multi-colored hues in the night sky will be in prime position to generate solar storms impacting us on Earth. Ryan French, solar physicist with the National Solar Observatory, joins CBS News to explain.
Boeing readies launch of Starliner crew
Boeing is preparing to launch its crewed Starliner spacecraft on Saturday after having to scrub the plan twice before due to technical difficulties. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood is following the preparations for Boeing's flight.
Boeing's Starliner with crew on board cleared for second launch try
If the first piloted test flight goes well, NASA hopes to certify the Starliner for regularly scheduled service starting next year.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
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Becky Bliefnick texted about fear of her estranged husband
The Illinois mom wrote, "If something ever happens to me, please make sure the number one person of interest is Tim." Take a look at the evidence that led to Tim Bliefnick's arrest.
The hunt for Forrest Fenn's treasure
Forrest Fenn hid a treasure somewhere in the Rocky Mountains. Five men died searching for it.
The Circleville letters: You've got hate mail
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
Roger Corman, "King of the B Movies" 1926-2024
A look back at the hallowed career of the indie "B-movie" filmmaker, known for exploitation films, monster flicks, and some bizarre movie posters.
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Boeing Starliner launch scrubbed at the late minute
The second attempt to send Boeing's Starliner crew capsule into orbit was cancelled just minutes before it was set to launch.
Eye on America: Jeff Koons’ skateboard project
In New York, we speak with renowned modern artist Jeff Koons about his latest project, which is raising money for kids in need. Then, we sit down with the late author Caleb Carr prior to the release of his final book. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
Eye Opener: Joe Manchin leaves Democratic party
Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia announced that he is leaving the Democratic Party, and will register as an Independent. Meanwhile, tributes are pouring in for Marian Robinson, the mother of former first lady Michelle Obama, who died this week at 86. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
Rett Madison performs "One For Jackie, One For Crystal"
West Virginia native Rett Madison started writing songs as a child and performing at summer camps. Her most recent album, "One for Jackie," is an emotional powerhouse about her mother that thrust her into the spotlight. Now, from "One for Jackie," here is Rett Madison with "One for Jackie, One for Crystal."
Rett Madison performs "Fortune Teller"
West Virginia native Rett Madison started writing songs as a child and performing at summer camps. Her most recent album, "One for Jackie," is an emotional powerhouse about her mother that thrust her into the spotlight. Now, from "One for Jackie," here is Rett Madison with "Fortune Teller."