How Israel assassinates its foes: "Their intelligence is just so much better"
As the Iran war rages, Israel continues killing senior Iranian figures. CBS News asked experts how they do it.
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Key details on Iran war as third week begins
Iran struck a major oil refinery in Kuwait again and aimed missiles toward Israel. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio and Natalie Brand report.
U.S. seeks billions for Iran war
The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran is entering a third week. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata and Nancy Cordes have the latest.
F-35 makes emergency landing
U.S. military officials say an F-35 fighter jet was on a combat mission over Iran when it was forced to make an emergency landing at an undisclosed U.S. airbase in the Middle East. The pilot is in stable condition, officials say. It comes amid an Iranian strike on an oil refinery in Kuwait and concerns about global energy supplies.
Iran threatens "zero restraint" with attacks
Iran launched more missiles toward Israel and attacked Kuwait as the war continues to escalate into a third week. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio and Natalie Brand report.
Trump urges Japan to help in Strait of Hormuz
Japan joined five European countries on Thursday saying they are ready "to contribute to appropriate efforts to ensure safe passage through" the Strait of Hormuz, but only after the fighting ends. It comes as the Pentagon seeks about $200 billion to fund the Iran war. Nancy Cordes reports.
War escalates, energy prices spike after Israeli strike on Iran gas field
As Iran retaliates for an Israeli strike on the South Pars gas field, one analyst warns the war is "now hitting the plumbing of the global energy system."
Iran hangs 3, including teen wrestler, in first executions over Jan. protests
Two sources confirmed to CBS News that Saleh Mohammadi, a young member of Iran's national wrestling team, was among the three men executed in Iran.
Iran hangs 3 people over January protests
Iran has executed three men accused of killing two police officers during protests in January, including 19-year-old Saleh Mohammadi, a member of Iran's wrestling team. Rights groups said the trio were executed without a fair trial and had given confessions under torture. CBS News contributor and Iranian activist Masih Alinejad shares her reaction.
3/19: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Israel strikes a key Iranian natural gas field; Pentagon asking for an additional $200 billion for the Iran war, the Washington Post reports.
U.N. nuclear chief on Iran's nuclear ambitions
The head of the United Nations nuclear watchdog agency said that "a lot has survived" of Iran's nuclear capabilities, and military operations alone cannot destroy them. Margaret Brennan has details.
Analyzing the worldwide threat assessment
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard was back on Capitol Hill on Thursday, discussing the worldwide threat assessment. Ian Bremmer, president and founder of the Eurasia Group, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Israel and Iran launch attacks on energy targets
In a dramatic escalation, Iran launched a strike on the world's largest liquified natural gas plant in Qatar and oil refineries in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. It was in retaliation for an Israeli attack against the world's largest gas field in Iran. Charlie D'Agata has more.
Trump says Iran war will end "pretty soon"
President Trump said Thursday that he is not sending troops into Iran, but he added, "if I were, I certainly wouldn't tell you," on Thursday. He also said the war is going to be over "pretty soon." CBS News' Eleanor Watson and Willie James Inman report.
Trump on $200 billion Pentagon funding request
CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang asked President Trump on Thursday about reports that the Pentagon is planning to ask Congress for an additional $200 billion for the war with Iran. Jiang joins "The Takeout" to unpack the president's response.
U.N. nuclear watchdog chief on Iran
Rafael Grossi, director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency, sat down with CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan to examine the state of Iran's nuclear program. Brennan, along with national security analyst Aaron MacLean, join "The Takeout" to discuss further.
Congress may soon have to vote on Iran war funding
It appears Congress, which has not authorized the war with Iran, may be asked to provide $200 billion to pay for it. That number is not official, but senior House and Senate Republicans did not deny it on Thursday and sounded vaguely supportive. CBS News' Major Garrett has more.
Analysts warn oil prices could keep climbing as Iran war intensifies
Every 1-cent increase in gasoline prices reduces consumer spending by $1.5 billion annually, one economist says.
Gabbard on goals with Iran war
Rep. Joaquin Castro, a Texas Democrat, pressed Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard on whether the U.S. and Israel's goals are aligned in the war against Iran. Gabbard acknowledged that President Trump and the Israeli government have different objectives.
Netanyahu gives national address on Iran war
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed his nation on Thursday, giving an update on the state of the war with Iran. Netanyahu praised President Trump several times, thanking him for "leading this effort to safeguard our future."
Gabbard asked about Joe Kent's resignation
GOP Rep. Elise Stefanik of New York asked Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard about the resignation of Joe Kent as the director of the National Counterterrorism Center. Gabbard said she disagreed with what Kent said in his resignation letter.
U.N. nuclear watchdog chief: "A lot has survived" of Iran's nuclear capabilities
In an interview with "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Rafael Grossi, director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency, said there had already been damage done to Iran's nuclear sites.
Oil and gas prices jump amid Iran war
Robert Schroeder, Washington bureau chief for MarketWatch, joins CBS News to discuss the current price of gas as energy facilities are attacked in the Middle East.
Iranian wrestling team member executed
A 19-year-old member of the Iranian national wrestling team, Saleh Mohammadi, was executed along with three other men in Iran on Thursday, two sources confirmed to CBS News. CBS News Middle East contributor Courtney Kealy has more.
Early details on Israeli attack on gas field
Israel has carried out a strike on Iran's South Pars natural gas field. Sebastian Usher with BBC News joins CBS News to discuss.
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ICE sends Afghans and others to Africa, expanding "third country" deportations
Over a 10-day period, the Trump administration sent more than 100 deportees from Afghanistan, Cuba and other nations to eight countries across Africa, according to internal government documents obtained by CBS News.
Nepal on high alert for fresh flooding as death toll rises past 800
More than 3,000 people are still missing after catastrophic flash floods hit following a glacial collapse high in the Himalayan region.
Google updates maps to show "Lake America" in U.S. after Trump order
Google announced that it had begun rolling out changes to how its maps display Lake Ontario's name, after President Trump signed an executive order changing it to "Lake America."
NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
USS Lincoln sails past Singapore after 9-month deployment
Associated Press journalists on the Indonesian island of Batam, across the Singapore Strait, spotted the massive vessel as it transited waters near Singapore just after 1 a.m. local time.
Dozens evacuated from Grand Canyon National Park after flash floods
The flash floods hit Bright Angel Canyon and the Phantom Ranch Area on Saturday afternoon, the National Park Service said. No injuries were reported.
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Iran vows to resist U.S. sanctions as war passes 6-month mark
As the war passes the six-month mark, neither side showed any sign of backing down.
Abdul El-Sayed apologizes for his comments about Michigan synagogue attack
Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Michigan, has apologized to the state's Jewish Democratic Caucus.
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Google updates maps to show "Lake America" in U.S. after Trump order
Google announced that it had begun rolling out changes to how its maps display Lake Ontario's name, after President Trump signed an executive order changing it to "Lake America."
Dozens evacuated from Grand Canyon National Park after flash floods
The flash floods hit Bright Angel Canyon and the Phantom Ranch Area on Saturday afternoon, the National Park Service said. No injuries were reported.
A wife is accused of her husband's murder. Can she clear her name?
Alison Davis says she woke up to find her husband, Kevin Davis, face down in a pool of blood inside their New Haven, Indiana, home. She says he fell down the stairs. But after an autopsy report, police came to a different conclusion.
How drones are revolutionizing the search for lost pets
One Southern California city is using a $17,000 drone that utilizes lasers and thermal imaging to pinpoint animal heat signatures over large areas.
Missouri college football player dies after medical emergency during season opener
William Jewell running back MicahJo Barnett, a junior majoring in business administration, died Saturday, the school said.
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Trump says U.S. now has control of over 60 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil reserves
President Trump announced a deal to grant the U.S. control of more than 60 billion barrels of proven Venezuelan oil reserves.
Juul can sell updated e-cigarette with age-verification system, FDA says
Juul plans to market the new device under the brand name Juul2, along with updated versions of its tobacco- and menthol-flavored cartridges.
Court hands states a win in fight over who regulates prediction markets
Trading of sports event contracts on Kalshi constitutes gambling, appeals court rules in siding with Nevada officials.
See which jobs could grow fastest — and slowest — over the next decade
New federal labor figures forecast the fastest-growing U.S. job sectors over the next decade.
David Booth pioneered index investing. Here's his advice for investors.
David Booth, the founder of Dimensional Fund Advisors, says the key to investing — and life — is to stay calm in the face of uncertainty.
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Transcript: Rep. John James on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 30, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. John James, Republican of Michigan, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 30, 2026.
Transcript: Sen. Richard Blumenthal on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 30, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Richard Blumenthal, Democrat of Connecticut, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 30, 2026.
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ICE sends Afghans and others to Africa, expanding "third country" deportations
Over a 10-day period, the Trump administration sent more than 100 deportees from Afghanistan, Cuba and other nations to eight countries across Africa, according to internal government documents obtained by CBS News.
Google updates maps to show "Lake America" in U.S. after Trump order
Google announced that it had begun rolling out changes to how its maps display Lake Ontario's name, after President Trump signed an executive order changing it to "Lake America."
USS Lincoln sails past Singapore after 9-month deployment
Associated Press journalists on the Indonesian island of Batam, across the Singapore Strait, spotted the massive vessel as it transited waters near Singapore just after 1 a.m. local time.
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Man with sinus infection symptoms diagnosed with heart condition
Marc Gaudisosi thought his symptoms were caused by a sinus infection. Then an urgent care told him to go to the hospital.
Juul can sell updated e-cigarette with age-verification system, FDA says
Juul plans to market the new device under the brand name Juul2, along with updated versions of its tobacco- and menthol-flavored cartridges.
2 airport workers die of malaria from mosquito on plane in Germany
Caused by parasites spread via Anopheles mosquitoes, malaria can cause symptoms including nausea, headache and intense waves of fever and chills.
Cyclospora outbreak tied to 3 more states, FDA says
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
FDA approves new pancreatic cancer drug that could extend patients' lives
Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.
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Transcript: Rep. John James on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 30, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. John James, Republican of Michigan, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 30, 2026.
Transcript: Sen. Richard Blumenthal on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 30, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Richard Blumenthal, Democrat of Connecticut, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 30, 2026.
Nepal on high alert for fresh flooding as death toll rises past 800
More than 3,000 people are still missing after catastrophic flash floods hit following a glacial collapse high in the Himalayan region.
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ICE sends Afghans and others to Africa, expanding "third country" deportations
Over a 10-day period, the Trump administration sent more than 100 deportees from Afghanistan, Cuba and other nations to eight countries across Africa, according to internal government documents obtained by CBS News.
Ferry carrying nearly 270 people capsizes off Cyprus, killing at least 7
A ferry carrying nearly 270 passengers and crew capsized off the coast of northern Cyprus.
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How to make a proper hoagie
Legend has it that Philadelphians have been living on hoagies since shipyard workers packed them for lunch during World War I. Liberty Kitchen executive chef Beau Neidhardt demonstrates for correspondent Susan Spencer how to construct a giant sandwich, Philadelphia-style. [Original air date: May 17, 2026.]
Jon Favreau on father-son relationships in "Star Wars"
Jon Favreau, creator of the "Star Wars" series "The Mandalorian," and director of the big-screen spin-off "The Mandalorian and Grogu," talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about the handmade feel of the "Star Wars" universe, and how father-son relationships have always been at the heart of the stories set in a galaxy far, far away. He also discusses bringing his improv roots to directing Robert Downey Jr. in "Iron Man." [Original air date: May 17, 2026.]
The one and only Dolly Parton: A tribute
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
The one and only Dolly Parton: A tribute
Singer-songwriter Dolly Parton died Aug. 25, 2026 at age 80. Correspondent Lee Cowan looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary – one who will be sorely missed.
Extended interview: Louis Vuitton artistic director Nicolas Ghesquière
In this web exclusive, correspondent Alina Cho talks with Nicolas Ghesquière, artistic director of the French fashion house Louis Vuitton, the world's largest luxury brand.
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Adobe construction: What's old is new again
For thousands of years, civilizations around the world have built houses out of earth – whether it be mud brick, wattle and dab or rammed earth. But adobe (the practice of making mudbricks) has now become today's "it" building material, from museums around the world designed using adobe, to do-it-yourselfers constructing homes from the very dirt beneath their feet. Correspondent Conor Knighton looks at the history of adobe, and how ancient adobe materials are being merged with 3-D printing techniques. [Original air date: May 17, 2026.]
Latest on Meta's social media settlement
Tech giant Meta settled a series of multistate social media addiction lawsuits, agreeing to pay out up to $17 billion. In addition, Meta will roll out some changes to its portfolio of social media apps, including Instagram, Facebook and others.
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.
Younger workers are more scared of AI than older employees, survey finds
Employee attitudes toward AI are closely tied to their age and generational concerns, according to Glassdoor.
OpenAI, Anthropic warn AI cyberattacks could surge in coming months
Hospitals, technology firms and other companies could soon be at risk from AI-enabled cyberattacks, according to a new open letter from more than 100 signatories.
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Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
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At least 1 killed, 5 injured in shooting at rave in Switzerland
Local police said early Sunday a manhunt was underway and the motives were still unclear.
A wife is accused of her husband's murder. Can she clear her name?
Alison Davis says she woke up to find her husband, Kevin Davis, face down in a pool of blood inside their New Haven, Indiana, home. She says he fell down the stairs. But after an autopsy report, police came to a different conclusion.
Closing arguments expected Monday in Tupac trial
Attorneys finalized jury instructions with the judge Friday after witness testimony wrapped Thursday in the trial of Duane Davis, also known as "Keefe D," who's accused of orchestrating the drive-by shooting that killed Tupac Shakur in 1996. Davis has denied the allegations. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Clancy jury still undecided after 9 hours
The jury in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, the woman accused of murdering her three young children, is still deliberating on whether to accept her postpartum psychosis defense. Shanelle Kaul reports and Caroline Polisi provides legal analysis.
Milo Yiannopoulos placed in ICE custody
British right-wing political commentator Milo Yiannopoulos, who supported President Trump's agenda, is being held by ICE for allegedly overstaying his visa. Nancy Cordes has the details.
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Becker on mail voting executive order
CBS News election analyst David Becker told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that there is "simply no time" to put in place President Trump's executive order restricting mail voting. "I think for 2026, this is almost certainly not going to be implemented," Becker said.
3 NBC journalists attacked in West Bank
Three journalists from NBC and a Palestinian woman they were interviewing were attacked by Israeli settlers in the Israeli-occupied West Bank on Saturday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu swiftly condemned the attackers, referring to them as "rioters" and called for an investigation.
Michigan GOP governor candidate on tariffs
Amid the trade war between Canada and the U.S. that will likely affect Michigan and the auto industry, Rep. John James, the Republican candidate for governor in Michigan, told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that he has been in contact with members of the trade team because "it cannot be borne on the backs of Michiganders."
Blumenthal urges House to OK Russia sanctions
Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut, who recently returned from a trip to the Ukraine region, told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the House must forward on the Russia sanctions bill that has already passed the Senate. "It is a moment of extreme urgency," he added.
Nearly 3,000 still missing in Nepal flooding
As search and rescue continues in Nepal, the Nepali army has rescued more than 7,500 people but there are 3,000 still missing, including 90 Americans who were believed to be in Tibet. Ramy Inocencio reports from Kathmandu.