WH: Obama will publicly address evidence of chemical weapons in Syria
Deputy National Security Adviser rebuts suggestion that President Obama is keeping chemical weapons situation in Syria at "arm's length"
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How U.S. help could change fighting in Syria
CBS News foreign correspondent Clarissa Ward talks about what advantages assistance from the U.S. would give the rebels
WH: No U.S. troops on the ground in Syria
Deputy National Security Adviser rules out boots on the ground in Syria, also says establishing a no fly zone would be "difficult, dangerous, costly"
U.N. estimates 93,000 have died in Syrian conflict
There is no official death toll documenting the civilians, government soldiers or rebel fighters who have lost their lives during the war in Syria
White House to send military support to Syrian rebels
Obama administration decided to send military support to Syrian rebels after intelligence concluded Assad's forces have used nerve gas
Watch: World's tallest man ties the knot
Sultan Kosen, who holds the Guinness World Record as tallest living man at 8 feet 3 inches, was married in Turkey
What's behind the U.S. rift with Saudi Arabia?
Disagreements over Egypt, Syria and Iran have caused discord in the close alliance between the United States and Saudi Arabia
Syrian refugee children work in fields to support families
The U.N. estimates that at least half a million Syrian children are now living in Lebanon -- the majority in refugee camps
No end in sight for Syrian civil war
Amid negotiations about the removal of the Syrian regime's chemical weapons, moderate rebel forces struggle to gain an edge over the military
Do female journalists have better access in Syria than men?
Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, and CBS News correspondents Elizabeth Palmer and Clarissa Ward talk about the role of women journalists in Syria
Insiders give their take on Syria and its future
Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, and CBS News correspondents Elizabeth Palmer and Clarissa Ward talk about the latest developments in Syria.
Assad says he will abide by U.N. resolution
Syria's Assad says he will comply with the U.N. resolution to dismantle his chemical weapons
U.N. Security Council votes 15-0 to eliminate Syria's chemical weapons
The 15 member U.N. Security Council unanimously approved a plan to eliminate Syria's chemical weapons arsenal late Friday night
U.N. Security Council passes resolution on Syrian chemical weapons
U.N. Security Council adopts resolution requiring the Syrian government to hand their chemical weapons over to the international community
Kerry: "Should the regime fail to act, there will be consequences"
Secretary of State John Kerry says there will be consequences for the Syrian regime if they fail to comply with the U.N. Security Council resolution over its chemical weapons
Rouhani tweets news of phone call with Obama
As part of his effort to show his accessibility, Rouhani tweeted an account of the historic phone call
Did the U.S. box itself in with the U.N. deal on Syria?
The United Nations agreement pushes the Syrians to hand over chemical weapons but contains no threat of military action if they don't comply
Obama: Syria agreement could be "huge victory"
President Obama hails deal struck between U.S. and Russia on disarming Syrian chemical weapons
9/26: Kerry says threat of force in Syria won't be off table; a healthy fast food trend
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Despite U.N. Syria resolution deal, threat of U.S. force won't be off table, Kerry says
Secretary of State John Kerry tells Scott Pelley the threat of a U.S. airstrike in Syria was never part of a proposed U.N. Security Council resolution on Syria's chemical weapons
Little progress in U.S.-Russia deal on Syria's chemical weapons
U.S., Russian diplomats met at the U.N. in hopes of working out the details of a proposed deal to have Syria give up its chemical weapons
Obama: "Diplomatic path must be tested" with Iran
The president says he will pursue an agreement with the country's leaders about its nuclear program
Obama: "Insult to human reason" to say Assad wasn't behind Syria attack
President Obama urges the U.N. Security Council to pass a resolution ensuring that Syria's chemical weapons stockpile is destroyed
Obama: No U.S. interest in Syria "beyond the well-being of its people"
President Obama urges the U.N. Security Council to pass a resolution ensuring that Syria's chemical weapons stockpile is destroyed
U.N. General Assembly: High stakes for President Obama on Iran, Syria
World leaders and envoys will gather at United Nations headquarters in New York City this week
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Iran says it expects response to ceasefire plan already rejected by Trump
Trump says U.S. and Iranian negotiators are talking via mediators, but insists he has "offered them NOTHING" to get a peace deal done.
Jack Smith to testify about Trump probes before Senate panel today
Former special counsel Jack Smith will testify Tuesday before the Senate Judiciary Committee as part of its investigation into his probes of President Trump.
Details emerge in case of former Cornell student alleging rape by frat members
A woman, identified only as Jane Doe, alleges she was gang-raped by seven fraternity members in 2024 and accuses Cornell University of failing to protect her.
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Live Updates: Lindsay Clancy's first hearing following mistrial
Lindsay Clancy is back in a Massachusetts courtroom for the first time since her murder trial ended in a mistrial. Follow along for live updates.
Trump, Johnson to meet with AI execs at White House amid debate over safety
The meeting comes as some industry leaders warn about the risks of rapid AI advancements.
Senate approves sweeping bill to regulate college sports
The Senate on Thursday approved a sweeping college sports bill to establish a federal framework for college athletics aimed at protecting student athletes — despite some pushback from some Democrats who argue that it could do the opposite.
U.S. ban on almost $1 billion in Canadian imports takes effect
The United States has banned nearly $1 billion worth of Canadian imports, including alcoholic beverages, dairy products and motorcycles.
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed courts RFK Jr.'s MAHA voters with new health platform
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed is making a play for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s "Make America Healthy Again" supporters with the release Tuesday of a new health policy platform.
Dennis Haskins, who played Mr. Belding on "Saved by the Bell," has died
Dennis Haskins, who played Principal Richard Belding in "Saved By The Bell," has died. He was 75.
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Dennis Haskins, who played Mr. Belding on "Saved by the Bell," has died
Dennis Haskins, who played Principal Richard Belding in "Saved By The Bell," has died. He was 75.
Possible 1884 shipwreck exposed by nor'easter on Nantucket
The Warren Sawyer ran aground on Dec. 22, 1884, while carrying 1,115 bales of cotton and 28 tons of scrap iron from New Orleans to Boston.
Jack Smith to testify about Trump probes before Senate panel today
Former special counsel Jack Smith will testify Tuesday before the Senate Judiciary Committee as part of its investigation into his probes of President Trump.
2 U.S. aviators eject landing plane on carrier off Virginia and 4 sailors hurt
Two U.S. aviators ejected as they were landing their plane on the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower aircraft carrier off Virginia and four sailors on the vessel were hurt in what the Navy called a "mishap."
OpenAI halts model release over safety concerns: "Didn't quite meet the bar"
OpenAI said it has chosen not to release its new GPT-6.1 Astra model due to concerns about safety, as industry leaders warn of the risks posed by ever-more-powerful AI technology.
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U.S. ban on almost $1 billion in Canadian imports takes effect
The United States has banned nearly $1 billion worth of Canadian imports, including alcoholic beverages, dairy products and motorcycles.
OpenAI halts model release over safety concerns: "Didn't quite meet the bar"
OpenAI said it has chosen not to release its new GPT-6.1 Astra model due to concerns about safety, as industry leaders warn of the risks posed by ever-more-powerful AI technology.
Peperoncini product recalled after "pest contaminant" found in jar
California food manufacturer said it is investigating after a consumer posted a video showing a rodent in a jar of the company's peperoncinis.
Holiday airfares soar to 10-year high. Here's how to save on flights.
Airfares for round-trip U.S. flights have jumped 31% compared to the same period last year, and tickets are likely to get pricier, according to a new analysis.
Gas prices could soar if the U.S. bans diesel exports, economists say
President Trump said he is "very seriously" considering a ban on diesel exports. But such a move could drive U.S. gas prices sharply higher, analysts said.
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3 news outlets seek extension of ban on their being blocked from White House
CNN, MS NOW and Politico, which President Trump abruptly banished from White House grounds this month, asked a federal court to block the ban until the case against it is resolved.
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed courts RFK Jr.'s MAHA voters with new health platform
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed is making a play for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s "Make America Healthy Again" supporters with the release Tuesday of a new health policy platform.
Jack Smith to testify about Trump probes before Senate panel today
Former special counsel Jack Smith will testify Tuesday before the Senate Judiciary Committee as part of its investigation into his probes of President Trump.
U.S. ban on almost $1 billion in Canadian imports takes effect
The United States has banned nearly $1 billion worth of Canadian imports, including alcoholic beverages, dairy products and motorcycles.
Senate approves sweeping bill to regulate college sports
The Senate on Thursday approved a sweeping college sports bill to establish a federal framework for college athletics aimed at protecting student athletes — despite some pushback from some Democrats who argue that it could do the opposite.
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Food safety becomes election issue as major outbreaks, recalls cause concern
Recent outbreaks of foodborne illness and high-profile recalls have made food safety a concern of voters.
Teen's headache reveals family health risk: "Saving people's lives"
Minutes into a run, Caroline McCaffrey was struck with a massive headache. The resulting medical journey would reveal a family risk for a dangerous condition.
Will an FDA crackdown curb access to cheaper GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
The FDA has warned a major compounding pharmacy that it violated federal law by making copies of blockbuster weight-loss drugs in "inordinate amounts."
Bone health and the "silent disease": 4 things women should know
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein, an orthopedic surgeon at Duke University School of Medicine, discusses what women should know about protecting their bones.
Even the smallest joys can help prevent suicide, researchers say
New research highlights common themes shared by people who found reasons to keep living through dark times.
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Search for missing students leads to human remains, 17 suspects
A new analysis of phone calls made on the night of the students' disappearance led to the arrests of 17 new suspects, officials said.
Pope Leo draws massive crowds in France. Is Catholicism making a comeback?
Large crowds in Paris and other parts of France offered a striking welcome for Pope Leo in one of Europe's most secular countries.
Princess Diana's brother says Buckingham Palace "has to gaslight" him
Charles Spencer, the brother of the late Princess Diana, spoke to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about writing his new book, "Swan Song: Diana, My Sister."
Wife, daughter of top drug lord held in U.S. are captured in Colombia
The women, who are wanted for money laundering, were arrested in an operation involving the FBI, President Abelardo de la Espriella said.
Russia hammers Ukraine's capital with major daytime drone strike
A wave of Russian strikes hit Ukraine Monday, killing at least 7 people, including a woman hit by a daytime strike on the National Academy of Sciences in Kyiv.
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Dennis Haskins, who played Mr. Belding on "Saved by the Bell," has died
Dennis Haskins, who played Principal Richard Belding in "Saved By The Bell," has died. He was 75.
Former "American Idol" singer's murder trial moves to closing arguments
A former Ohio music pastor who appeared on the singing competition "American Idol" is on trial over allegations that he killed his wife while having an affair.
Highlights from the VMA "teal" carpet
Stars stunned on the MTV Video Music Awards "teal" carpet Sunday night in Los Angeles, California. Vlad Duthiers breaks down some of the night's best moments.
Key highlights from the 2026 MTV VMAs
Madonna and Taylor Swift won big at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, where artists also honored Dolly Parton's legacy and celebrated new singers making their global debuts. CBS News' Vlad Duthiers reports.
VMA performance highlights
Vlad Duthiers and Denny Directo break down the most iconic performances from Sunday's MTV Video Music Awards, which included performances by Madonna, Shaboozey, Raye and more.
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OpenAI halts model release over safety concerns: "Didn't quite meet the bar"
OpenAI said it has chosen not to release its new GPT-6.1 Astra model due to concerns about safety, as industry leaders warn of the risks posed by ever-more-powerful AI technology.
Nvidia launches new security tool
Technology company and chip maker Nvidia has created a new security platform aimed at preventing artificial intelligence agents from going rogue. Connor Leahy, executive director of ControlAI, joins "The Daily Report" 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.
Trump, Johnson to meet with AI execs at White House amid debate over safety
The meeting comes as some industry leaders warn about the risks of rapid AI advancements.
AI companies probing rogue incidents: Axios
Axios reports that OpenAI, Anthropic and security researchers are investigating tens of thousands of cases where AI models showed troublesome behavior like bypassing guardrails, creating message boards and even hacking websites. New York Times technology correspondent Mike Isaac joins CBS News to discuss.
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Neuroscientists grow human brain tissue in mice
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
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Search for missing students leads to human remains, 17 suspects
A new analysis of phone calls made on the night of the students' disappearance led to the arrests of 17 new suspects, officials said.
Former "American Idol" singer's murder trial moves to closing arguments
A former Ohio music pastor who appeared on the singing competition "American Idol" is on trial over allegations that he killed his wife while having an affair.
Man who spent decades on death row ordered released on bail after no DNA match
No physical evidence linked him to the crime scene, but the jury convicted Douglas Stewart Carter, a Black man, based on a confession and two witnesses who later recanted.
Cornell frat gang rape probe to be reopened
Nearly two years after a young woman first told authorities that she'd been raped inside a fraternity house at Cornell University, the local district attorney, who had initially declined to pursue criminal charges, says he is reopening the investigation. Lilia Luciano reports on what's changed.
Case reopened into alleged 2024 Cornell gang rape
Prosecutors say they are reopening an investigation into an alleged 2024 gang rape at Cornell University. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
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NASA plans Starliner test flight after astronauts got stuck at space station
NASA says it is committed to helping Boeing get its Starliner back in space after multiple upgrades and improvements.
SpaceX launches Starship on giant rocket's first flight to orbit
The Super Heavy-Starship rocket's 14th test flight, the first boosting the upper stage to orbit, marked a major milestone for both SpaceX and NASA.
NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
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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Cornell frat gang rape probe to be reopened
Nearly two years after a young woman first told authorities that she'd been raped inside a fraternity house at Cornell University, the local district attorney, who had initially declined to pursue criminal charges, says he is reopening the investigation. Lilia Luciano reports on what's changed.
Trump announces Iowa steel plant project
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