Policy expediting migrant deportations at the border expands
Advocates say the policy denies asylum-seekers due process, restricts access to lawyers and effectively ensures their prompt deportation.
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Critics slam New Year's fireworks in Sydney during wildfire crisis
More than 275,000 people signed a petition to cancel the show, saying cities like Sydney that are already choking in smog from fires didn't need any more smoke in its air.
Immigration in 2019: Trump restricts asylum and overhauls legal immigration
2019 was arguably the Trump administration's most successful one in its quest to severely restrict asylum and overhaul the legal immigration system.
Trump warns Iran as protesters attack U.S. Embassy in Baghdad
Trump warns Iran will be held responsible for "orchestrating an attack" on the embassy as thousands demand the Iraqi government kick out U.S. forces.
Wildfires trap 4,000 people at Australian town's waterfront
The town was shrouded in darkness before turning an unnerving shade of bright red.
Former Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn shows up in Lebanon
Automaker's ex-CEO, scheduled to face trial in Japan next year, arrived unexpectedly in Beirut in a private jet.
Syria's White Helmets try to start new lives
One man who spoke to CBS News said it's hard to forget the years of war.
Doctor who touted gene-edited babies sentenced to prison
A court also fined He Jiankui the equivalent of $430,000 and gave two cohorts prison time and stiff fines.
Teen claiming gang rape found guilty of "public mischief"
The case was reported as a shocking gang rape until Cypriot authorities cast doubt on the woman's account.
Australia's bushfires are creating "fire-breathing dragon" clouds
The fires in Australia are getting worse and are even causing their own dangerous weather phenomenon.
Deep below Rome train station is a "very mysterious" basilica
The basilica, the oldest of its kind, dates back about 2,000 years to the era of Rome's first emperor, Augustus.
Greta Thunberg's dad says he was "not supportive" at first
"I didn't do it to save the climate, I did it to save my child," Svante Thunberg said about joining his daughter's fight against climate change.
Monty Python star Neil Innes dies
Innes was known for his work with the British comedy group Monty Python and The Bonzo Dog Band.
In rare meeting, Kim Jong Un calls for "offensive measures"
North Korea had ominously warned of a "Christmas gift" for the U.S., but there's no sign of it yet
Iran-backed militia vows revenge for U.S. airstrikes
The Iranian-backed militia targeted by the U.S. says the death toll from the strikes has risen, and Tehran is calling them an "obvious cased of terrorism."
Judge blocks construction on Trump's 250-foot arch for now
Stocks crater as midterms spur investor exodus from tech and AI
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Dolly Parton's estate moves to dismiss lawsuit against nephew
Trump agenda likely to be curbed with Democrats in charge
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Oil prices rebound slightly as Iran claims new attacks on ships
Newsom moves to commute all California death sentences
Nithya Raman ousts incumbent Karen Bass in LA mayor's race, CBS News projects
Trump signs proclamation declaring Oval Office a national monument
