Aleppo boy gets surgery for shrapnel injury after 15 days
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Number of ISIS fighters killed in wars reaches new milestone
ISIS fighters killed by U.S.-led coalition in Iraq and Syria in last two years reaches 50,000, U.S. official says
Ignoring "last distress call" from rebel ground, Assad vows to press on
Some desperate civilians make it out of newly-government-held territory, but punishment continues in opposition areas
Assad regime shows no mercy as it pushes to regain Aleppo
Rebels are losing territory in Aleppo under relentless bombing, and about 200,000 civilians are trapped inside
A joyous reunion amid death and despair in Aleppo
As Russian-backed Syrian forces continue brutal offensive to recapture city, we watch as a family is reunited
What led to the freeing of 226 Christians from ISIS
Deep inside Syria, a bishop worked to save the lives of more than 200 people -- one of the largest groups of hostages yet documented in ISIS’ war in Syria and Iraq
Aleppo fighting continues as Syrian government, Russia warn rebels to leave city
"Those who refuse to leave nicely will be destroyed… there’s no other way," says Russian foreign minister
Civilians caught in middle as Russia enables Aleppo siege
As Russian and Syrian bombs rain down, Russian general shows CBS News aftermath of mortar attack to justify nation's key role in brutal offensive
Russia, China veto Syrian humanitarian truce at U.N.
The U.N. Security Council has been trying for 5 years to end the fighting and let in aid convoys, with the Russians vetoing attempts 6 times
Aleppo offensive sparks concerns over 7-year-old who has tweeted about tragedy
The 7-year-old girl whose tweets from rebel-held Aleppo captivated outsiders appears to be in mortal danger
Syrian families flee violence as fighting in Aleppo intensifies
“Poor Syria. Poor Syria…My heart is broken for poor Syria,” says displaced Aleppo resident
UN: Record $22.2B in humanitarian aid needed for 2017
"This is a reflection of a state of humanitarian need in the world not witnessed since the Second World War,” OCHA chief says
Syria’s long, brutal civil war may be reaching turning point
Syria’s largest city, Aleppo, which was taken over in 2012 by anti-government rebels, is slowly falling back into the control of the Assad regime
Russia sees Trump as conduit for eased sanctions
For Vladimir Putin, sanctions relief is gateway to goal of establishing Russia as political, economic equivalent of U.S.
Aleppo civilians return to bombed-out neighborhood
Debora Patta reports from Aleppo, where the Syrian military are flattening neighborhoods and civilians are trapped
Kerry: US, Russia studying ways to halt Aleppo fighting
Kerry said the “ideas” will be tested in follow-up discussions between U.S. and Russian diplomats next week
As Aleppo is pounded toward obliteration, civilians try to flee
Um Muneer spent six hours trying to escape; says she and her son had no choice but to leave -- "even if we had to walk all the way"
Civilians caught in rebel-held Aleppo face impossible choice
Tens of thousands of civilians face a daily barrage of bombings or risk escaping the war-torn city
Syrian social worker who dressed as clown to cheer up children killed in airstrike
The passing of one committed social worker will be especially devastating to his community in Aleppo
U.S. military blames human error for mistaken coalition airstrikes in Syria
September coalition air assault reportedly killed dozens of Syrian soldiers; targeters believed they were directing attacks on ISIS fighters
Syria denies revenge attacks in Aleppo assault
Assad regime denies any arbitrary detentions or revenge attacks took place during influx of displaced, dismissing such reports as a distraction
Civilians flee as rebels lose grasp on Syria's biggest city
Assad's forces reclaim more than a third of rebel's previous territory in eastern Aleppo, touching off exodus from besieged enclave
Civilians flee as Syrian army takes chunks of Aleppo
Syrian troops punched into rebel-held eastern Aleppo and now control 40 percent of the territory held by the opposition since 2012
Syria's biggest city appears set to fall back into Assad's hands
Dictator's Russian-backed offensive poised to reclaim Aleppo in what would be major blow to U.S.-backed opposition
Tide of displacement: Syrian army advances in Aleppo
Rebel defenses collapsed and thousands of residents evacuated their premises as key city may get divided further
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Dr. Anthony Fauci is testifying to the Senate on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic, setting up a showdown between the infectious disease expert and GOP Sen. Rand Paul.
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The war in the Middle East is expanding, with Trump threatening Iran with "a beating" and the U.S. and Saudi Arabia jointly strike Iranian proxies in Iraq.
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President Trump asked for 3D models of the renovation proposals as he personally tweaked ideas to overhaul Dulles International Airport that are scheduled to be unveiled on Wednesday.
Comey claims DOJ ordered illegal surveillance, seeks dismissal of "86 47" case
Former FBI Director James Comey filed new motions late Tuesday in his effort to toss out federal charges accusing him of threatening President Trump's by posting a photo of seashells arranged to form the numbers "86 47."
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"Ask a Doctor" columnist Dr. Trisha Pasricha joined "Healthful" to discuss the brain-gut connection.
Actor Jared Leto accused of criminal sexual conduct by 4 women
Four women say Hollywood star Jared Leto committed sexual crimes against them when they were teenagers, in interviews with the BBC.
Glen Hansard, Oscar-winning singer-songwriter, killed in Dublin crash
Academy Award-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has died in a motorcycle crash.
U.S. and Saudi Arabia strike "Iran-aligned terrorists" in Iraq
The U.S. and Saudi militaries announced airstrikes late Tuesday on Iranian-backed groups in Iraq, after Iran and its proxies allegedly targeted American forces.
Japan quake toll rises, people still missing in damaged mall and factory
The powerful earthquake that rocked southern Japan has killed at least 18 people and more remain missing in a damaged shopping mall and a paper factory.
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The storm system that brought dangerous tornadoes to the Midwest earlier this week has now moved into New England, threatening to cause flooding in multiple states.
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"Ask a Doctor" columnist Dr. Trisha Pasricha joined "Healthful" to discuss the brain-gut connection.
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Dr. Anthony Fauci is testifying to the Senate on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic, setting up a showdown between the infectious disease expert and GOP Sen. Rand Paul.
Comey claims DOJ ordered illegal surveillance, seeks dismissal of "86 47" case
Former FBI Director James Comey filed new motions late Tuesday in his effort to toss out federal charges accusing him of threatening President Trump's by posting a photo of seashells arranged to form the numbers "86 47."
American Airlines nationwide ground stop lifted after IT outage disrupts flights
According to the Air Traffic Control System Command Center, all airports and facilities were being impacted by the IT outage.
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U.S. bans humanoid robot imports, eyeing China and national security concerns
The Federal Communications Commission is banning imports of new foreign-made humanoid robots and power inverters, citing national security risks, in a move that targets China.
Canadian tourism slumped in the U.S. last year amid heightened tensions
Millions of Canadians shunned travel to the U.S. in 2025, opting to vacation at home or travel to other countries.
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Johnson & Johnson offers $5.5 billion to settle talc lawsuits
Johnson & Johnson has offered $5.5 billion to settle tens of thousands of lawsuits claiming its baby powder and other talcum powder products caused ovarian cancer, the company says.
Taylor Farms CEO pressed by lawmaker over cyclospora outbreak
Rep. Robert Garcia is seeking information about whether Taylor Farms used White House ties to influence the federal response to the foodborne illness outbreak.
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Watch Live: Fauci invokes 5th in hearing, citing Rand Paul's "unhinged obsession"
Dr. Anthony Fauci is testifying to the Senate on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic, setting up a showdown between the infectious disease expert and GOP Sen. Rand Paul.
Grants halted at agency devoted to safety of U.S. healthcare
Congress appropriated $345 million for the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality for the 2026 fiscal year, but the agency has spent less than $15 million on grants.
Comey claims DOJ ordered illegal surveillance, seeks dismissal of "86 47" case
Former FBI Director James Comey filed new motions late Tuesday in his effort to toss out federal charges accusing him of threatening President Trump's by posting a photo of seashells arranged to form the numbers "86 47."
U.S. and Saudi Arabia strike "Iran-aligned terrorists" in Iraq
The U.S. and Saudi militaries announced airstrikes late Tuesday on Iranian-backed groups in Iraq, after Iran and its proxies allegedly targeted American forces.
Trump policy clears way for civil commitment of homeless in some states
In the year since President Trump signed an executive order aimed at moving homeless people off the streets, states have expanded involuntary treatment for the homeless.
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The gut's link to Parkinson's — and more takeaways from this week's "Healthful"
"Ask a Doctor" columnist Dr. Trisha Pasricha joined "Healthful" to discuss the brain-gut connection.
Grants halted at agency devoted to safety of U.S. healthcare
Congress appropriated $345 million for the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality for the 2026 fiscal year, but the agency has spent less than $15 million on grants.
What is postpartum psychosis, the disorder at the center of Lindsay Clancy's trial?
A key question in the Massachusetts murder trial of Lindsay Clancy is whether postpartum psychosis drove her to kill her three children.
William Shatner and daughter Melanie recall fighting Stage 4 cancer together
Actor William Shatner and his daughter, Melanie Shatner Gretsch, recall how they helped each other as they fought Stage 4 cancer side by side.
Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis: "Learning how to live with it"
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
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Glen Hansard, Oscar-winning singer-songwriter, killed in Dublin crash
Academy Award-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has died in a motorcycle crash.
Actor Jared Leto accused of criminal sexual conduct by 4 women
Four women say Hollywood star Jared Leto committed sexual crimes against them when they were teenagers, in interviews with the BBC.
7 charred bodies found in house with narco gang-related messages
Ecuador has become a cocaine trafficking hub, plagued by gangs with ties to Mexican and Colombian cartels.
Russia charges Telegram founder with aiding terrorism, seeks his arrest
Soon after the charges were announced, Telegram's official account on X posted an image of Durov making an obscene gesture.
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Trump warns Iran is set to "get a beating" as 5-month war expands
The war in the Middle East is expanding, with Trump threatening Iran with "a beating" and the U.S. and Saudi Arabia jointly strike Iranian proxies in Iraq.
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Glen Hansard, Oscar-winning singer-songwriter, killed in Dublin crash
Academy Award-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has died in a motorcycle crash.
Actor Jared Leto accused of criminal sexual conduct by 4 women
Four women say Hollywood star Jared Leto committed sexual crimes against them when they were teenagers, in interviews with the BBC.
William Shatner and daughter Melanie recall fighting Stage 4 cancer together
Actor William Shatner and his daughter, Melanie Shatner Gretsch, recall how they helped each other as they fought Stage 4 cancer side by side.
William Shatner, daughter on cancer journeys
Legendary actor William Shatner and his daughter Melanie Shatner Gretsch are opening up about their battles with Stage 4 cancer nearly at the same time as each other. Both are now cancer-free and share how they helped each other through the challenging time.
"The Odyssey" movie sparking interest in book
Moviegoers are turning out in droves for the IMAX spectacle "The Odyssey," but they're also flocking to something else: the 2,700-year-old source material. Matt Gutman has more.
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Apple to lease devices
Apple announced on Tuesday a new program called "Apple Upgrade," which allows consumers the option to lease new devices. It applies to everything from watches to laptops. Kelly O'Grady explains.
AI workers sound alarm on the technology
Nearly 1,200 AI workers signed a letter on Tuesday, asking the U.S. government to slow down the development of the technology. Jo Ling Kent has 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.
Study on reading skills, kid cellphone use
A new study from the University of California, Los Angeles, shows that children who own personal cellphones scored lower on reading comprehension tests, even if they don't bring their phones to school. Study author Dr. Patricia Greenfield joins CBS News with key takeaways for parents and educators.
U.S. bans humanoid robot imports, eyeing China and national security concerns
The Federal Communications Commission is banning imports of new foreign-made humanoid robots and power inverters, citing national security risks, in a move that targets China.
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How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
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7 charred bodies found in house with narco gang-related messages
Ecuador has become a cocaine trafficking hub, plagued by gangs with ties to Mexican and Colombian cartels.
Georgia teen sentenced for school shooting
Sixteen-year-old Colt Gray was sentenced to life in prison on Tuesday for the 2024 shooting at Georgia's Apalachee High School which killed four people.
Colt Gray sentenced to life without parole
A judge on Tuesday sentenced Colt Gray to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Gray pleaded guilty to killing four people in the deadly 2024 shooting at Apalachee High School. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry has the latest.
Apalachee High School shooter sentenced to life without parole
Colt Gray, the teenager who admitted to killing four people in the 2024 shooting at Apalachee High School, will spend the rest of his life in prison without parole.
Police seek third Seattle shooting suspect
Seattle police are hunting for a third suspect being linked to a deadly shooting at a food festival near the Space Needle. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
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Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said their meeting at the White House went well. The two discussed licenses for Patriot interceptor missiles and diplomacy with Russia. CBS News' Aidan Stretch has more.
U.S. strikes Iran-backed groups in Iraq
After days of relative calm, the Middle East saw renewed fighting overnight. U.S. Central Command says it thwarted a "surprise attack" by Iran and joined Saudi Arabia in carrying out strikes on Iran-backed groups in Iraq. CBS News' Aaron MacLean and Olivia Rinaldi report.
Watch: Sen. Paul at Fauci COVID-19 hearing
Republican Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky opened a key panel hearing on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic by demanding an apology from Dr. Anthony Fauci, the former top infectious disease expert for the federal government. Paul and Fauci have sparred for years, publicly accusing each other of lying.
Thousands evacuate from European wildfires
Thousands of people are fleeing dangerous wildfires in France and Spain. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
New details on missing American in Grenada
Newly released video appears to show missing North Carolina mom Elizabeth Waddell's last known movements in Grenada as she entered the water, but does not show her returning. Two people on Jet Skis told local media they saw a woman, possibly Waddell, far from shore later that day and asked if she needed help but the woman declined. Cristian Benavides reports.