U.N. commission concludes Israel is committing genocide in Gaza
Experts commissioned by the U.N. Human Rights Council say Israeli forces are "continuing to commit" genocide in Gaza. Israel calls the report Hamas lies.
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Israel's military says Gaza City ground offensive is underway
Israel's military says troops have "begun pushing into the heart of Gaza City," renewing its call for thousands of war-weary civilians to evacuate.
Netanyahu appears to shirk Trump's warning about new strikes in Qatar
Trump says he assured Qatar's leader that Israeli strikes against Hamas in Doha wouldn't be repeated. Netanyahu has threatened to do just that.
Britain's Prince Harry makes a surprise visit to Ukraine
Britain's Prince Harry has made a surprise second visit to Ukraine amid Russia's full-scale invasion, lending his support for wounded warriors.
Poland rejects Trump's suggestion Russian drone raid a possible mistake
Responding to President Trump, Poland's leader said, "we would also wish that the drone attack on Poland was a mistake. But it wasn't."
Second Gaza flotilla aid boat attacked by drone, activist group says
An activist group says two of its boats taking part in a flotilla trying to reach war-torn Gaza were attacked by drones in two days.
Poland says Russian drones downed in its airspace during attack on Ukraine
Polish and allied NATO warplanes shot down Russian drones that entered Poland's airspace in what NATO says was the first such intervention during the war in Ukraine.
House votes to repeal Iraq war authorizations
It's unclear if the repeal will end up in the final version of the National Defense Authorization Act, which still has to get through the Senate.
Qatar condemns "cowardly Israeli strike" targeting Hamas leaders in Doha
U.S. ally Qatar condemns Israel for strikes targeting Hamas leaders in its capital city Doha, calling them "a blatant violation of all international laws and norms."
"Brutally savage" Russian strike kills over 20 in Ukraine, Zelenskyy says
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy posted amateur video showing the aftermath of a Russian strike on a Ukrainian town.
60 killed in machete attack by ISIS-linked militia in Congo, officials say
An ISIS-linked terrorist group among the many factions fighting in Eastern Congo has reportedly massacred dozens of people attending a funeral.
Venezuelan leader declares early Christmas as standoff with U.S. escalates
As he sends more troops to Venezuela's borders amid a standoff with Trump, President Nicolas Maduro says he's also rescheduling Christmas, to defend "the right to happiness."
Palestinian gunmen kill 6 people in attack on Jerusalem bus stop
Israeli officials say two gunmen opened fire on a Jerusalem bus stop. The shooting killed six people and leaving seven others in serious condition.
Trump downplays "war" comments about Chicago
President Trump on Monday continued to push for the deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago to crack down on crime. Meanwhile, the Department of Homeland Security announced that it is launching a new immigration operation in the Windy City. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Israel expands Gaza City operations; residents told to move to safe zone
Israel's army has urged Palestinians in Gaza City to move to a designated humanitarian area in the south. Meanwhile, an ailing Palestinian toddler recovers in Italy.
Putin says foreign troops in Ukraine would be "legitimate targets"
"If any troops appear there, especially now while fighting is ongoing, we assume that they will be legitimate targets," Putin says as the U.S. and Europe plan for a post-war Ukraine.
U.S. envoy meets Zelenskyy, Europeans as ceasefire efforts stagger on
Putin has indicated no willingness to accept Trump's demands for a ceasefire, but Ukraine's U.S. and European partners are working to put a plan in place despite him.
What new weapons did China show off in its massive military parade?
China's Xi Jinping invited his Russian and North Korean counterparts to witness a spectacle of military might. Here are some of the weapons put on parade.
U.K. embassy in Cairo closed amid spat over pro-Palestinian protests
Egypt's government has removed security barriers around the U.K. Embassy in Cairo amid a dispute over protest action directed at Egyptian diplomatic facilities in Europe.
Putin and Kim join China's Xi for a powerful show of anti-U.S. unity
China's Xi Jinping was joined by Vladimir Putin and North Korea's Kim Jong Un for a display of power and the rising tide of anti-U.S. sentiment.
Landslide wipes out entire village in war-torn Sudan, rebel group says
A remote part of Sudan's Darfur region had been a refuge for people fleeing a civil war, but it couldn't protect them from a landslide. Rebels say 1,000 people are dead, with just one survivor.
Senior U.S. Senator calls Taiwan "a free country," as China condemns visit
Sen. Roger Wicker, visiting Taiwan, called the island claimed by China a "free country." Beijing condemned the visit itself as a "serious violation" of bilateral pacts.
European plans for post-war Ukraine have Trump's backing, EU chief says
European Commission president Ursula Von der Leyen described to Financial times Europe's willingness to deploy "boots on the ground" to guarantee Ukrainian security after a peace deal
Russia accused of jamming GPS as EU chief's plane lands in Bulgaria
A spokesperson for the top European Union official says authorities suspect "blatant interference by Russia" jammed GPS signals as her plane arrived.
Israel says 2 hostages' bodies returned as Gaza City offensive begins
Israel's military says the "initial stages" of a controversial offensive to seize control of Gaza's biggest city have begun.
Charlie Kirk shooting suspect charged with aggravated murder, could face death penalty
Tyler Robinson, the man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah, was charged with aggravated murder.
FBI's Patel faces questions on Kirk probe, Epstein files at Senate hearing
FBI Director Kash Patel testified for more than four and a half hours before the Senate Judiciary Committee, where he fielded questions over his leadership of the bureau.
Robert Redford, charismatic star and Oscar-winning director, dies at age 89
One of Hollywood's leading actors, Robert Redford starred in such movies as "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "The Way We Were."
Trump unlikely to escape Epstein scandal on historic state visit to U.K.
The ongoing fallout over Epstein is likely to follow Trump on his formal state visit to the U.K., which just lost its ambassador in D.C. to the scandal.
Cygnus XL cargo ship runs into engine trouble on way to ISS
Two planned engine firings shut down prematurely, NASA said, putting the Cygnus cargo ship's approach on hold.
New CDC advisory panel members include more COVID vaccine critics
HHS and CDC announced five new members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices just days ahead of a scheduled meeting that's likely to discuss COVID vaccines and more.
Luigi Mangione's state terrorism charges dismissed, judge rules
Luigi Mangione, accused of shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, appeared in court where his state terrorism charges were thrown out.
Judge denies Menendez brothers' petition for retrial
The judge claimed that the evidence the Menendez brothers presented was not enough to warrant a new trial.
OpenAI introduces safety measures for ChatGPT users under 18
The technology company said that users it identifies as under 18 will automatically be directed to an "age-appropriate" version of ChatGPT.
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OpenAI introduces safety measures for ChatGPT users under 18
The technology company said that users it identifies as under 18 will automatically be directed to an "age-appropriate" version of ChatGPT.
Growing number of affluent consumers shop at discount stores. Here's why.
Discount retailers like Walmart and Dollar Tree are seeing an influx of more upscale consumers, market research data shows.
Tesla faces federal safety probe over reports of faulty door handles
Highway safety regulators are investigating reports that malfunctioning door handles on some Tesla Model Y SUVs left passengers trapped.
Charlie Kirk shooting suspect charged with aggravated murder, could face death penalty
Tyler Robinson, the man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah, was charged with aggravated murder.
House GOP leaders unveil plan to fund the government until Nov. 21
House Speaker Mike Johnson said a Friday vote is expected in the House on the the legislation, which would keep the government funded until Nov. 21 and provide additional funds for security for lawmakers and other officials.
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Growing number of affluent consumers shop at discount stores. Here's why.
Discount retailers like Walmart and Dollar Tree are seeing an influx of more upscale consumers, market research data shows.
Trump delays TikTok ban enforcement again ahead of expected China deal
The president signed an executive order Tuesday extending the pause on enforcing the law until at least Dec. 16.
Tesla faces federal safety probe over reports of faulty door handles
Highway safety regulators are investigating reports that malfunctioning door handles on some Tesla Model Y SUVs left passengers trapped.
Crash test results show safety ratings of popular electric vehicles
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tested how seven electric vehicles performed in collisions and avoiding pedestrians.
Target to expand next-day delivery to 35 more cities by end of October
The Minneapolis-based company says it will offer next-day delivery in 35 U.S. metro areas by the end of October.
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Parents testify to Congress on AI chatbots after their teens died by suicide
The families of teens who died by suicide spoke at a Senate hearing on the harms posed by AI chatbots.
Trump delays TikTok ban enforcement again ahead of expected China deal
The president signed an executive order Tuesday extending the pause on enforcing the law until at least Dec. 16.
Charlie Kirk shooting suspect charged with aggravated murder, could face death penalty
Tyler Robinson, the man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah, was charged with aggravated murder.
House GOP leaders unveil plan to fund the government until Nov. 21
House Speaker Mike Johnson said a Friday vote is expected in the House on the the legislation, which would keep the government funded until Nov. 21 and provide additional funds for security for lawmakers and other officials.
Trump unlikely to escape Epstein scandal on historic state visit to U.K.
The ongoing fallout over Epstein is likely to follow Trump on his formal state visit to the U.K., which just lost its ambassador in D.C. to the scandal.
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OpenAI introduces safety measures for ChatGPT users under 18
The technology company said that users it identifies as under 18 will automatically be directed to an "age-appropriate" version of ChatGPT.
New CDC advisory panel members include more COVID vaccine critics
HHS and CDC announced five new members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices just days ahead of a scheduled meeting that's likely to discuss COVID vaccines and more.
Weighing the benefits and risks of hormone therapy for menopause symptoms
Research on hormone therapy for women going through menopause has changed over the past two decades. Here's what to know as the FDA weighs removing health warnings on some treatments.
Leading breast cancer surgeon sings to patients
Leading breast cancer surgeon, Dr. Laura Esserman, goes beyond expectations to make the operating room more comfortable for her patients. Elizabeth Cook has the story.
Young mom "living, not just surviving" after incurable cancer diagnosis
Elissa Kalver was diagnosed with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer at 34. Since then, she has founded a nonprofit and worked to live life to the fullest.
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Trump unlikely to escape Epstein scandal on historic state visit to U.K.
The ongoing fallout over Epstein is likely to follow Trump on his formal state visit to the U.K., which just lost its ambassador in D.C. to the scandal.
Divers recover artifacts from the Titanic's sister ship for first time
Thirty of the more than 1,060 people on board the Britannic died when the lifeboats they were in were struck by the ship's still-turning propellers.
U.S. lifts travel restrictions on Hungarian citizens
The Biden administration in 2021 imposed restrictions on Hungarian passport holders born outside of Hungary.
U.N. commission concludes Israel is committing genocide in Gaza
Experts commissioned by the U.N. Human Rights Council say Israeli forces are "continuing to commit" genocide in Gaza. Israel calls the report Hamas lies.
Rugby player gets 12-match ban for biting her opponent in World Cup
Axelle Berthoumieu admitted to biting Ireland's Aoife Wafer in their Women's Rugby World Cup quarterfinal but appealed her 12-match suspension.
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Robert Redford 1936-2025
A retrospective look at the actor, director, producer, and founder of the Sundance Institute.
Cardi B and Gayle King talk "drama"
In an interview with "CBS Mornings" airing Wednesday, Cardi B opens up to Gayle King about her new album "Am I the Drama?" and much more.
"All of You" stars on testing love
Actors Brett Goldstein and Imogen Poots join "CBS Mornings" to talk about their new film "All of You," a romantic drama about friendship, love and a test that claims to reveal your true soulmate.
Eugene Levy on new season of "The Reluctant Traveler"
Eugene Levy joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about season three of "The Reluctant Traveler," where he sets out to complete his own bucket list, beginning with Day of the Dead celebrations in Oaxaca, Mexico.
Robin Wright on "The Girlfriend"
Golden Globe winner Robin Wright joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about her role in "The Girlfriend," a new psychological thriller on Prime that unravels when her character's son brings home a mysterious new partner.
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OpenAI introduces safety measures for ChatGPT users under 18
The technology company said that users it identifies as under 18 will automatically be directed to an "age-appropriate" version of ChatGPT.
Parents testify to Congress on AI chatbots after their teens died by suicide
The families of teens who died by suicide spoke at a Senate hearing on the harms posed by AI chatbots.
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.
Tesla faces federal safety probe over reports of faulty door handles
Highway safety regulators are investigating reports that malfunctioning door handles on some Tesla Model Y SUVs left passengers trapped.
Companies' impact on U.S.-China TikTok deal
Tech giant Oracle may be part of a proposed TikTok deal between the U.S. and China, sources tell CBS News. President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are expected to talk on Friday. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more.
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Smoke-dried remains found in Asia may be world's oldest mummies
Some ancient societies in Asia appear to have smoke-dried their dead, effectively mummifying them thousands of years earlier than their Egyptian counterparts, new research has found.
The significance of Mars rover's latest discovery
This week, NASA said scientists took the biggest step yet toward discovering whether there was ever life on Mars when a rock sample collected by the Mars rover Perseverance contained potential biosignatures, which could suggest ancient signs of life. Douglas Jerolmack, a professor of Earth and environmental science at the University of Pennsylvania, discusses the significance of the discovery.
Mars rocks may hold signs of ancient life
NASA's Mars rover Perseverance has uncovered rocks in a dry river channel that may hold potential signs of ancient microscopic life, according to scientists. Mark Strassmann reports.
Mars rover uncovers strongest hints yet of potential signs of ancient life
NASA's Mars rover Perseverance has uncovered rocks in a dry river channel that may hold potential signs of ancient microscopic life.
Iguana shocks zookeepers with "virgin birth" of 8 hatchlings
"When we confirmed the eggs were fertile without any contact with a male, our jaws hit the floor," a U.K. zoo director said after an iguana gave birth to eight healthy babies.
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Kirk suspect makes first court appearance
The suspect in Charlie Kirk's assassination appeared virtually for his first court appearance in Utah on Tuesday. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane and former federal prosecutor Scott Fredericksen join with analysis.
Details of Kirk murder suspect's text messages
The man suspected of killing Charlie Kirk exchanged text messages with his roommate after carrying out the shooting at Utah Valley University, prosecutors said Tuesday. In a news conference, prosecutors laid out the suspect's actions after the deadly shooting. CBS News' Anna Schecter and Carter Evans have more.
Evidence against Kirk murder suspect
Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray detailed the evidence against the suspect accused of shooting and killing Charlie Kirk last week. Gray said the suspect was charged with aggravated murder and other offenses, and his office filed a notice of intent to seek the death penalty in the case.
Tracking Charlie Kirk shooting suspect's movements
Utah officials provided a more detailed timeline of the movements made by Tyler Robinson, the man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk, following the attack last week. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Details on Charlie Kirk shooting suspect's texts
Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray provided updates Tuesday on the case against Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old accused of fatally shooting Charlie Kirk. Gray shared new details on the investigation, including alleged text messages between Robinson and his roommate. Anna Schecter and Carter Evans join CBS News 24/7 with more.
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Northrop Grumman cargo ship runs into engine trouble on way to ISS
Two planned engine firings shut down prematurely, NASA said, putting the Cygnus cargo ship's approach on hold.
NASA says solar activity is increasing: "The sun is slowly waking up"
The sun has become more and more active over the last 16 years, in a turn that surprised scientists and could affect space weather, NASA said.
Northrop Grumman cargo ship heads for space station
The upgraded Cygnus spacecraft is carrying more than 5 tons of equipment and supplies, including holiday food for the lab's crew.
Mars rocks may hold signs of ancient life
NASA's Mars rover Perseverance has uncovered rocks in a dry river channel that may hold potential signs of ancient microscopic life, according to scientists. Mark Strassmann reports.
Reaction to shocking UFO video
New video shows a U.S. missile bouncing off a UFO off the coast of Yemen last year. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata breaks it down.
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Ex-Israeli leader Bennett on Gaza offensive
As Israel launches a ground offensive to take Gaza City, a U.N. commission concluded Tuesday that the country is committing genocide in the Palestinian territory. Israel has dismissed the claims. Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett joins "The Takeout" to discuss the operation and to address the report.
What is the "dignity index"?
Since the assassination of Charlie Kirk, there have been growing calls for unity, as well as appeals to cool down the heated political rhetoric. Tim Shriver, co-creator of "the dignity index," joins "The Takeout" to explain how the tool could ease divisions, prevent violence and solve problems.
Trump's 2nd U.K. state visit: What to expect
President Trump and the first lady are in the U.K. for a historic second state visit. Mass protests are expected, leading the government to declare a "high threat level" across the country. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has the latest from London.
Breaking down Kash Patel Senate hearing
FBI Director Kash Patel on Tuesday testified on Capitol Hill about the killing of Charlie Kirk. Democratic senators sparred with him about that and several other issues. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Kirk suspect makes first court appearance
The suspect in Charlie Kirk's assassination appeared virtually for his first court appearance in Utah on Tuesday. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane and former federal prosecutor Scott Fredericksen join with analysis.