Heather Nauert withdraws from consideration for U.N. ambassador
President Trump will make an announcement with respect to a nominee soon, a statement from the State Department said
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Venezuelan officials: Aid tests military's loyalty to Maduro
The U.S. government said it's prepared to dispatch more than $20 million in humanitarian aid to Venezuela
Guaido's ambassador to U.S. on humanitarian aid crisis
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is blocking live-saving humanitarian aid from getting into his collapsing country. At least 47 countries, including the U.S., have recognized opposition leader Juan Guaido as the country's interim president. CBS News State Department reporter Christina Ruffini joins CBSN after interviewing Guaido's ambassador to the U.S. about the escalating tensions.
U.S. raises Venezuela travel advisory to highest level: "Do Not Travel"
"Do not travel to Venezuela due to crime, civil unrest, poor health infrastructure, and arbitrary arrest and detention of U.S. citizens"
U.S. orders some diplomats to leave Venezuela
After U.S. President Trump recognized Venezuela's chief opposition leader, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro severed ties with the U.S.
Pompeo pledges $20 million in aid to Venezuela
America's top diplomat called on other nations to shun the "now-defunct" Maduro regime and recognize the Venezuelan opposition
Shutdown straining U.S. diplomats worldwide
The government shutdown is impacting diplomacy worldwide. State Department employees will miss their first paycheck this week. CBS News State Department reporter Christina Ruffini tells CBSN how the shutdown is affecting America's missions at home and abroad.
U.S. Navy veteran reportedly jailed in Iran
The U.S. State Department would not confirm reports Tuesday that U.S. Navy veteran Michael White of California was arrested in July in Iran and imprisoned on a trip to visit his girlfriend. White's mother confirmed to CBS News that her son never made his scheduled return flight at the end of July, at which point the family reported him missing. Margaret Brennan reports.
4-star American general working on Qatar dispute resigns
Anthony Zinni, a retired Marine Corps General and former head of CENTCOM, had been working to resolve Qatar dispute
Justice Department says its travel ban report "could be criticized"
The DOJ said it would not be retracting or correcting the study
Family of American detained in Russia urges Congress to take action
The family of Paul Whelan, an American man detained in Russia, is urging Congress to ensure his release from detention
U.S. urges "increased caution in China" in travel advisory
The advisory says authorities in China "have asserted broad authority" to prevent Americans from leaving the country by using "exit bans"
Search for blind Mich. woman missing in Peru
The State Department is investigating the mysterious disappearance of a blind Michigan woman who was reported missing in Peru. Carla Valpeoz was last seen a week ago while traveling near the historic city of Machu Picchu in the Andes Mountains. David Begnaud reports.
Resorts in Jamaica covered up sexual assaults
A new investigation shows a number of popular Jamaican beach resorts have covered up alleged sexual assaults and then paid victims to keep silent. Tresa Baldas, federal courts reporter with the Detroit Free Press, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with more on her reporting.
Countries agree to tackle climate change
Diplomats from nearly 200 countries have reached a major agreement to keep the 2015 Paris accord alive. Officials wrapped up a global summit in Poland over the weekend. Axios energy and climate reporter Amy Harder attended the summit and joins CBSN from Washington with details.
Mattis, Pompeo brief House members on Khashoggi murder
The defense secretary and State Department Secretary Mike Pomeo briefed House members on Capitol Hill in a closed-door session a day after CIA Director Gina Haspel briefed a smaller group
U.S. diplomats in Cuba health mystery had inner-ear damage
26 people associated with U.S. Embassy in Havana suffered problems that include dizziness, ear pain, cognitive problems
Trump says he'll name Heather Nauert as next U.S. ambassador to the U.N.
Nauert, who will be replacing Nikki Haley, is currently the State Department spokeswoman
U.S. urged to send Ebola experts to Congo as crisis worsens
Health workers have compared the region to a war zone, since dozens of armed rebel groups are active
Hackers impersonated State Dept. officials, cybersecurity firm says
Hackers likely connected to Russian intelligence services impersonated two State Department officials, targeting hundreds of people in government, according to a research firm
State Department says U.S. is evaluating Turkish materials on Fethullah Gulen
State Department spokesperson Heather Nauert said the U.S. has received multiple requests from the Turkish government related to Gulen, and the U.S. continues to evaluate materials the Turkish government presented
Missing American reporter Austin Tice is believed to be alive, says U.S. official
The Marine-turned-reporter vanished in Syria in 2012, and the U.S. is pressing Russia for help in freeing him
Pompeo defends Trump plan to send to troops to southern border
Pompeo disputed that President Trump's emphasis on immigration in recent weeks was aimed at rallying his base ahead of the midterms
Heather Nauert is Trump's leading choice for UN ambassador
The State Department spokeswoman and former Fox News journalist has impressed the president
State Department's Nauert under consideration to replace Haley at UN
Nauert is currently the State Department spokesperson, and was a Fox News host before that
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U.S., Iran trade attacks as Iranian officer says renewed war seems "inevitable"
Prospects for a U.S.-Iran deal seem to dim as the war between Israel and Hezbollah grinds on despite Trump saying they agreed to stop fighting.
Pilot of fighter jet downed over Iran previously shot down in Kuwaiti incident
About a month after ejecting during the friendly-fire incident, the pilot was on a mission over Iran when his jet was hit by a surface-to-air missile, prompting a daring rescue operation.
U.S. conducts more "self-defense strikes" after shooting down Iranian missiles
American military forces carried out strikes on Iranian targets after attempted Iranian drone and missile attacks, U.S. Central Command said Tuesday, in the latest clash.
GOP Rep. Kean to face Bennett as Dems seek to oust absent GOP N.J. incumbent
Kean has been missing from the job since March, citing a "personal medical issue."
Chicago-bound flight diverted to Miami when passenger tries to open door mid-flight
A Frontier Airlines flight from Puerto Rico to Chicago O'Hare International Airport Sunday was diverted to Miami when a passenger tried to open the door mid-flight.
Possible hostage situation underway at Southern California bank
Bakersfield police said in a social media post that "a confirmed bomb threat" was taking place at a Chase bank branch downtown.
Lynette Hooker's Bahamas disappearance being investigated as possible murder
According to an official familiar with the investigation, new digital forensic evidence appears to undercut Brian Hooker's account of his wife's disappearance, although they did not specify how.
Blanche says DOJ "not moving forward" with "anti-weaponization" fund
"We are not moving forward with the fund. Period," Blanche told House lawmakers.
What are Freedom 250 and America250? Behind the 2 groups planning celebrations
A musical concert series has become a point of political contention, with performers dropping out of the series.
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Peabo Bryson, singer known for Disney movie hits, dies at 75
Peabo Bryson, a two-time Grammy-winning singer and songwriter known for Disney movie hits "Beauty and the Beast" and "A Whole New World," has died at age 75.
Lynette Hooker's Bahamas disappearance being investigated as possible murder
According to an official familiar with the investigation, new digital forensic evidence appears to undercut Brian Hooker's account of his wife's disappearance, although they did not specify how.
Possible hostage situation underway at Southern California bank
Bakersfield police said in a social media post that "a confirmed bomb threat" was taking place at a Chase bank branch downtown.
Gas prices likely to remain high for months, energy experts say
"It will be a very long, multi-month to multi-year process for things to fully normalize," GasBuddy's Patrick De Haan said.
Pilot of fighter jet downed over Iran previously shot down in Kuwaiti incident
About a month after ejecting during the friendly-fire incident, the pilot was on a mission over Iran when his jet was hit by a surface-to-air missile, prompting a daring rescue operation.
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Gas prices likely to remain high for months, energy experts say
"It will be a very long, multi-month to multi-year process for things to fully normalize," GasBuddy's Patrick De Haan said.
Amazon faces lawsuit over Ring facial recognition software
A Virginia man is suing Amazon over Ring's "Familiar Faces" feature, alleging the technology violates people's privacy.
The main reason some young college grads are struggling to find work
Economists at the New York Federal Reserve say they've identified the main reason some recent college grads are having trouble landing a job.
What travelers should know about Europe's new Entry/Exit System
Travel experts say to be prepared for potential disruptions as countries implement the new Entry/Exit System now in place across the EU and other countries.
Northlake police warn of gas pump screw scam
The Northlake Police Department issued a warning about a new scam at gas stations that is low tech, but effective.
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GOP Rep Kean to face Bennett as Dems seek to oust absent GOP N.J. incumbent
Kean has been missing from the job since March, citing a "personal medical issue."
U.S. conducts more "self-defense strikes" after shooting down Iranian missiles
American military forces carried out strikes on Iranian targets after attempted Iranian drone and missile attacks, U.S. Central Command said Tuesday, in the latest clash.
GOP Rep. Kean returning to in-person work in "matter of weeks" after absence
The New Jersey congressman last voted on March 5.
Blanche says DOJ "not moving forward" with "anti-weaponization" fund
"We are not moving forward with the fund. Period," Blanche told House lawmakers.
Pilot of fighter jet downed over Iran previously shot down in Kuwaiti incident
About a month after ejecting during the friendly-fire incident, the pilot was on a mission over Iran when his jet was hit by a surface-to-air missile, prompting a daring rescue operation.
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Flesh-eating screwworm detected 25 miles from U.S. border, USDA says
A flesh-eating New World screwworm was recently detected in Mexico just 25 miles from the United States border, according to the USDA.
WHO massively scales back number of suspected Ebola cases in Congo
While 330 Ebola infections are confirmed in central Africa and huge challenges remain, hundreds more suspected cases "have been cleared out," the WHO says.
Details on promising pancreatic cancer drug
A new drug was shown in trials to keep pancreatic cancer patients alive for twice as long as chemotherapy alone. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
A nurse stole fentanyl and AI missed it, state records say
Sentri7, drug diversion software powered by artificial intelligence and used at hundreds of U.S. hospitals, did not catch a monthslong string of fentanyl thefts in Tennessee in 2025, according to a state document.
New drug nearly doubles survival rates in some pancreatic cancer patients, study says
New research shows a medication called daraxonrasib is helping people with advanced pancreatic cancer live longer.
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Lynette Hooker's Bahamas disappearance being investigated as possible murder
According to an official familiar with the investigation, new digital forensic evidence appears to undercut Brian Hooker's account of his wife's disappearance, although they did not specify how.
U.S. conducts more "self-defense strikes" after shooting down Iranian missiles
American military forces carried out strikes on Iranian targets after attempted Iranian drone and missile attacks, U.S. Central Command said Tuesday, in the latest clash.
Legendary wine unveiled after decades hidden under castle floor
The collection once belonged to the noble Beaufort-Spontin family, who were suspected of having collaborated with the Nazis.
WHO massively scales back number of suspected Ebola cases in Congo
While 330 Ebola infections are confirmed in central Africa and huge challenges remain, hundreds more suspected cases "have been cleared out," the WHO says.
American soldier and British soldier die in training accident in Iraq
The U.S. and British militaries say one American soldier and one British soldier died during a training exercise in Iraq.
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Peabo Bryson, singer known for Disney movie hits, dies at 75
Peabo Bryson, a two-time Grammy-winning singer and songwriter known for Disney movie hits "Beauty and the Beast" and "A Whole New World," has died at age 75.
YouTubers have big box office weekend
Two indie horror films made by YouTubers, "Backrooms" and "Obsession," beat out Disney's latest "Star Wars" movie in the box office this weekend. Steven Zeitchik, senior editor for the Hollywood Reporter, joins CBS News to discuss.
P!nk talks hosting Tony Awards
Grammy Award winner P!nk is preparing to host the Tony Awards on Sunday on CBS. The singer speaks with "CBS Mornings" about what to expect and why she asked her daughter for permission before agreeing to host.
Marilyn Monroe's friends honor the icon (1962)
Monday marks 100 years since the birth of the iconic Hollywood actress Marilyn Monroe. On Aug. 10, 1962, six days after her death at the age of 36, CBS News aired a retrospective special about the legend's life, featuring interviews with friends, mentors and colleagues.
Vanilla Ice says he'd perform for anybody, including Putin and Iran
"It's not anything to do with politics. I don't know why they're turning it into politics," Vanilla Ice said of the Freedom 250 concerts planned in Washington, D.C.
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Some companies question cost of AI over humans
Developments in artificial intelligence are happening very quickly, and so are mass layoffs as corporations rapidly embrace the technology. But now some companies like Uber and Microsoft are starting to second-guess aggressive AI adoption. Reyhan Harmanci, director of features at Wired magazine, joins to discuss the state of AI in corporate America.
Amazon faces lawsuit over Ring facial recognition software
A Virginia man is suing Amazon over Ring's "Familiar Faces" feature, alleging the technology violates people's privacy.
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.
Florida sues OpenAI, CEO Sam Altman
Florida has filed a civil suit against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, accusing them of deceiving users. Jo Ling Kent explains.
Early details on Anthropic's IPO filing
Anthropic, the artificial intelligence company behind the chatbot Claude, has filed to go public, setting up one of the biggest initial public offerings in history. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has the details.
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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.
Ancient coin, mysterious markings found under Notre Dame cathedral
A team of archaeologists at the iconic cathedral is digging straight down and back in time, to Roman Paris 2,000 years ago.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
New species of blue octopus discovered 5,900 feet underwater
The new species, named Microeledone galapagensis, has a blue hue, which is believed to be the rarest color in nature.
What we know about new UFO file release
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
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Lynette Hooker's Bahamas disappearance being investigated as possible murder
According to an official familiar with the investigation, new digital forensic evidence appears to undercut Brian Hooker's account of his wife's disappearance, although they did not specify how.
Hostage situation, bomb threat at bank
Police say a man with a bomb allegedly strapped to his chest took at least one hostage in a California Chase Bank on Tuesday. Carter Evans reports.
Hostage situation reported at California bank
Police say a suspect has taken at least one hostage at a Chase Bank in Bakersfield, California. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the latest.
Charges filed in connection with drug tunnel
Federal authorities have arrested and charged four people with drug trafficking after a months-long investigation uncovered what federal officials called a massive, 2,000-foot-long underground tunnel connecting Mexico to the U.S. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the details.
Video shows massive drug-smuggling tunnel connecting U.S. and Mexico
Four people were arrested and charged with trafficking more than $45 million in cocaine through the 2,000-foot-long tunnel complete with reinforced walls, ventilation and a rail system.
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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.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
Blue Origin assesses impact of New Glenn explosion
Blue Origin assess the impact of Thursday's New Glenn explosion, prompting concern about NASA moon program delays.
Blue micromoon makes rare appearance this weekend
A rare blue micromoon will appear in night skies this weekend. Here's what to expect.
NASA's moon base plans include landers, buggies and drones for 2028 mission
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, Astrolab, Lunar Outpost and Firefly Aerospace are awarded with hundreds of millions of dollars in NASA contracts for the first phase of its moon base plans.
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A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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6/2: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Primary battles are underway in six states; acting AG Todd Blanche testifies before the House Appropriations Committee.
Army specialist has surprise reunion
A high school graduation and an Army specialist's reunion happened on the same day in Milwaukee. Tony Dokoupil has the story.
Coast Guard searching for Lynette Hooker
The search for the missing Michigan woman in the Bahamas is a "potential murder investigation," a U.S. official told CBS News. Coast Guard divers recently began searching for Lynette Hooker in new areas. Cristian Benavides is following the case and has exclusive video of the search.
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.
Russian airstrikes hit Ukraine's capital Kyiv
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told people last week to take cover ahead of what his government feared would be a massive Russian attack, which came on Tuesday. Swarms of missiles and drones killed more than 20 people and wounded over 100. Aidan Stretch reports from hard-hit capital Kyiv.