Hong Kong Tiananmen vigil leaders charged with subversion
The arrests, under Hong Kong's national security law, were the latest in Beijing's intensifying crackdown on dissent in the city.
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Hong Kong arrests 4 pro-democracy leaders behind Tiananmen vigil
It's the latest major blow for the beleaguered pro-democracy movement in the Chinese city which, until recently, enjoyed a large degree of autonomy from Beijing.
What's behind China's new online gaming restrictions for kids?
Under-18s in China can now only game online for 3 hours per week, and while internet addiction is clearly a massive problem for many families, there's more to the crackdown than protecting kids.
Afghan withdrawal overshadows Harris' 1st Asia trip as vice president
Harris' visit to Singapore was meant to signal the U.S.' staunch commitment to regional partners in the face of a rising China, but chaos in Kabul is marring America's image as a reliable ally.
China's complex hopes and fears in the Taliban's Afghanistan
For China, the American withdrawal brings opportunities, but it's not all good news. There are risks, too.
Amnesty warns Hong Kong fast devolving into a "police state"
Just a year after China imposed a controversial "national security" law on Hong Kong, activists say it has helped make the city "more dangerous than Beijing."
Apple Daily, Hong Kong's last pro-democracy newspaper, going dark
Board of directors says "current circumstances" in once semi-autonomous Hong Kong will force it to cease all operations by the end of the week.
China is snuffing the last light of a free press in Hong Kong
Beijing has hated the Apple Daily for years. Now, thanks to a "security" law enacted last year, China appears to have exactly the "tool to silence dissent" that it was lacking.
"Matter of days" left for Hong Kong's last pro-democracy newspaper
Apple Daily has long been a stalwart voice of democratic dissent in Hong Kong, but China is using a new "national security" law to silence any challenge to Beijing's rule.
Will China's fast pace in the space race fuel U.S. ambitions?
The U.S. government barred China from work on the International Space Station, so the Chinese are building their own - and fast.
Hong Kong police raid pro-democracy newspaper, arrest 5 execs
Police claim Apple Daily bosses held for collusion with external elements "to endanger national security" as China continues crackdown on dissent.
Biden declines to preview what he wants from Putin
The president hopes to rally European partners to counter China and Russia, highlighting America's "sacred obligation" to an alliance strained by his predecessor.
In major shift, China raises per-couple children limit to 3 from 2
The move is a major bid to reverse China's falling birth rate and aging population, both of which are raising concerns about the country's economic future.
China's censors cut some new friends from the "Friends" reunion
The long-awaited reunion episode of the American sitcom features some big names, including Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber. But not in China.
Two tigers gunned down in China's latest escaped-cat blunder
Incident in central Henan province is just the latest to underline the country's chaotic handling of dangerous animals.
Taiwan, long a COVID success story, sees record surge in cases
Island's entire population of 24 million put under tighter restrictions as infections rise, and just 1% are vaccinated.
Panic as Chinese skyscraper starts shaking for no apparent reason
Officials ruled out an earthquake and said they found "no safety abnormalities in the main structure" of the tower in Shenzhen.
China's population is growing at its slowest rate in 67 years
As the Communist Party celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, its grey hairs are showing, and while "wisdom" is nice, Beijing wants growth.
China gets a flying start on building its own space station
Officials expect the project to take a couple years, but launch of the control module is a major step for China's increasingly sophisticated space program.
As carbon emissions surge, can China and Japan quit the coal?
Scientists say COVID rebound fueling 2nd sharpest spike in carbon emissions ever, as some of the most advanced nations have serious old-school fuel addictions.
Prominent Hong Kong democracy activists sentenced to jail
5 of the leading pro-democracy voices from the city were sent to prison, but four others, including an 82-year-old former lawmaker, got suspended sentences.
Biden welcomes Japanese prime minister to White House
Japan is one of the few industrialized nations not sanctioning China for human rights abuses. The U.S. would like that to change.
Hong Kong pro-democracy veterans convicted of organizing a march
7 leaders of the less-and-less-autonomous Chinese city's pro-democracy movement, one of them 82, could be jailed for 5 years.
U.S. "deeply concerned" as China starts Canadians' trials in secret
2 Canadian men accused of espionage put on trial in secret in cases seen as retaliation for U.S. seeking extradition of Huawei executive from Canada.
Sparks fly in 1st direct U.S.-China talks of the Biden era
Top U.S. and Chinese officials offered sharply different views of each other and the world as they met face-to-face for the first time since President Biden took office.
World
Ozone hole over Antarctica is "larger than usual," scientists say
The absence of atmospheric ozone means more ultraviolet light reaches the Earth, where it can harm living cells.
Countries "nowhere near" climate change targets, watchdog says
Dramatic reductions in emissions would help prevent the world from drastically exceeding 1.5°C of global warming, but even the biggest countries are falling short.
2 Americans fall to their deaths while scaling sea cliffs in Spain
Majorca is popular for a type of climbing called psicobloc, which involves climbing around shorelines without ropes.
U.S. border agents stopped migrants 209,000 times in August
The statistics show that unauthorized migration to the U.S.-Mexico border remained at an extremely high level toward the end of the summer, when migrant apprehensions have historically dropped.
France says leader of Islamic State in Sahara has been killed
French President Emmanuel Macron tweeted that Adnan Abu al-Walid al-Sahrawi "was neutralized by French forces," but gave no further details.
Malala Yousafzai says Biden has "huge responsibility" to Afghan women
Yousafzai said the president should "stand up and support the rights of women in Afghanistan."
Rich nations to be pushed for COVID vaccine commitments as U.N. meets
"We cannot accept that only 3% of Africa has yet been immunized, we can and will do better," says incoming president of the General Assembly.
Outcry after more than 1,400 dolphins killed in Faroe Islands
It was the largest killing of white-sided dolphins in Faroe Island history.
U.S. Marine wounded in Kabul attack gives eyewitness account
U.S. Marine Major Ben Sutphen was just 15 feet away when a suicide bomber detonated a bomb last month near an entrance to the Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul.
Nicki Minaj's vaccine comments creating stir as far away as U.K.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson and his usually staid chief medical officer weighed in, prompting reply from Minaj and social media sarcasm.
N. Korea test fires more missiles, South answers with its own test
Ballistic missile test comes just 2 days after the North said it tested a new long-range missile. This time, South Korea appears to have responded with its own weapons tests.
World Anti-Doping Agency to review athlete cannabis ban
The announcement comes two months after U.S. sprinting star Sha'Carri Richardson was disqualified from the Tokyo Olympics for using marijuana after she had learned that her mother had died.
Court rejects suit by ex-intern at center of China's #MeToo movement
Zhou Xiaoxuan claims a famous talk show host harassed her when she interned at state TV, but a Beijing court says there's not enough evidence for a case.
Fugitive surrenders after 30 years on the run, blames COVID
"He slept on the beach on Saturday night and said: 'Stuff it, I'll go back to prison where there's a roof over my head,'" a source told one Australian newspaper.
Top general feared Trump might launch nuclear war, new book says
General Mark Milley was so worried former President Trump might start a war with China that he placed a secret call to his Chinese counterpart.
World
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Ozone hole over Antarctica is "larger than usual," scientists say
The absence of atmospheric ozone means more ultraviolet light reaches the Earth, where it can harm living cells.
Countries "nowhere near" climate change targets, watchdog says
Dramatic reductions in emissions would help prevent the world from drastically exceeding 1.5°C of global warming, but even the biggest countries are falling short.
2 Americans fall to their deaths while scaling sea cliffs in Spain
Majorca is popular for a type of climbing called psicobloc, which involves climbing around shorelines without ropes.
U.S. border agents stopped migrants 209,000 times in August
The statistics show that unauthorized migration to the U.S.-Mexico border remained at an extremely high level toward the end of the summer, when migrant apprehensions have historically dropped.
France says leader of Islamic State in Sahara has been killed
French President Emmanuel Macron tweeted that Adnan Abu al-Walid al-Sahrawi "was neutralized by French forces," but gave no further details.
U.S.
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Aly Raisman on FBI's botched Nassar investigation: "We want answers"
Aly Raisman testified before senators on Wednesday about the sexual abuse she suffered by former USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar.
Lawyer accused of planning his own death turns himself in
Authorities say the shooting was part of a $10 million life insurance scheme the attorney cooked up, but the bullet only grazed his head.
Austin urges Pentagon employees to report cases of "Havana Syndrome"
Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a memo that a number of defense staff have reported "sudden and troubling sensory events."
Derek Chauvin pleads not guilty to violating teen's civil rights in 2017
Chauvin allegedly held the 14-year-old by the throat, hit him in the head with a flashlight and held his knee on the boy's neck and while he was prone, handcuffed and not resisting.
Police hold press conference on missing 22-year-old Gabby Petito
Florida police have said her fiance, Brian Laundrie, is a person of interest.
Politics
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Austin urges Pentagon employees to report cases of "Havana Syndrome"
Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a memo that a number of defense staff have reported "sudden and troubling sensory events."
Gavin Newsom weighs in on Trumpism and the stakes of the recall
Newsom said the recall campaign was an unnecessary distraction and reforming the process should garner bipartisan support in the state legislature.
Watch Live: Biden to speak on the economy as Democrats push tax plan
The president will "lay out what's at stake in the fight to ensure that our economy delivers for middle class families" in his remarks, a White House official said.
White House offers Nicki Minaj a call about COVID-19 vaccine, official says
The Health Minister of Trinidad and Tobago said they found "absolutely no reported side effect or adverse event of testicular swelling" stemming from the COVID vaccine.
What's behind the push for a fourth stimulus check
IRS has distributed almost 170 million payments. But hardship remains widespread as the Delta variant spreads.
Entertainment
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These NFL stadiums now require fans to be vaccinated to enter
Buffalo Bills are latest to impose mandate. Proof of vaccination will be required to enter upstate New York stadium.
Best movies streaming on Netflix — September 2021
Looking for something fresh to watch? Here are the top films available on the streaming platform.
Cedric the Entertainer on Primetime Emmys
Actor and comedian Cedric The Entertainer joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss hosting the 73rd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards this Sunday, the season premiere of "The Neighborhood'' and the push to have diversity behind the camera.
Best shows to watch on Netflix — September 2021
One of these shows could be your next binge obsession.
Broadway's workers kept hope alive when their entire industry went dark
During the pandemic, they felt invisible. Now, for the workers who make Broadway special, there's finally light at the end of the tunnel.
Technology
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SpaceX launches all-civilian crew on Inspiration4 mission
The four-person crew, including a tech billionaire and a young cancer survivor, will spend three days in orbit to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Apple unveils iPhone 13: Here's what's new and what it costs
Also coming this fall are a redesigned Apple Watch, along with privacy updates in the devices' operating systems.
How to update your Apple devices to correct security flaw
Tech titan releases software patch to address vulnerability that experts say hackers could use to attack iPhones.
Apple says its security flaw was fixed. Cyber analysts warn zero-click threats will persist.
Researchers said an Israeli spyware company used what is known as a "zero-click exploit" to access the phone of an unnamed Saudi activist.
Apple fixes security flaw used to apparently hack an iPhone, other products
The previously unknown vulnerability affected all major Apple devices — iPhones, Macs and Apple Watches, researchers said.
Science
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Ozone hole over Antarctica is "larger than usual," scientists say
The absence of atmospheric ozone means more ultraviolet light reaches the Earth, where it can harm living cells.
SpaceX launches all-civilian crew on Inspiration4 mission
The four-person crew, including a tech billionaire and a young cancer survivor, will spend three days in orbit to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Researchers to study "long COVID" in thousands of survivors
Some COVID-19 "long-haulers" report struggling with debilitating symptoms for months after their initial infection.
Outcry after more than 1,400 dolphins killed in Faroe Islands
It was the largest killing of white-sided dolphins in Faroe Island history.
Nicholas could bring "life-threatening" flash floods to deep South
The storm, which reached hurricane strength, made landfall then weakened back to tropical storm status. It's bringing pounding rain and strong winds to the region.
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Health
Arthritis and sleep: Get a better night's rest
According to the Arthritis Foundation, as many as 80% of people living with arthritis have trouble sleeping at night, and sometimes that can create a cycle of insomnia and pain. Dr. George Cyril, a physiatrist at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, joined "CBSN AM" to discuss how to manage arthritis and sleep.
Austin urges Pentagon employees to report cases of "Havana Syndrome"
Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a memo that a number of defense staff have reported "sudden and troubling sensory events."
You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
Overfilled ICUs leave non-COVID patients "suffering unnecessarily"
In Florida, at least 50 hospitals are at 100% occupancy in their ICUs.
White House offers Nicki Minaj a call about COVID-19 vaccine, official says
The Health Minister of Trinidad and Tobago said they found "absolutely no reported side effect or adverse event of testicular swelling" stemming from the COVID vaccine.
MoneyWatch
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These NFL stadiums now require fans to be vaccinated to enter
Buffalo Bills are latest to impose mandate. Proof of vaccination will be required to enter upstate New York stadium.
Top tax rate on capital gains could reach highest level since '70s
Peak federal tax rate. on investment profits could approach 32% — and top 40% in some states, analysis says.
What counts as a religious exemption to a vaccination mandate?
Simply saying "I believe in God, I can't be vaccinated" won't get you an automatic exemption.
Jobless claims edge up as latest COVID-19 wave takes toll
Some 332,000 U.S. workers applied for unemployment last week as the Delta variant and hurricanes weighed on labor market.
Hospitalizing unvaccinated people costs billions, report finds
Financial burden of treating the unvaccinated lands on taxpayers, workers and others, Kaiser Family Foundation notes.
Crime
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Lawyer accused of planning his own death turns himself in
Authorities say the shooting was part of a $10 million life insurance scheme the attorney cooked up, but the bullet only grazed his head.
Derek Chauvin pleads not guilty to violating teen's civil rights in 2017
Chauvin allegedly held the 14-year-old by the throat, hit him in the head with a flashlight and held his knee on the boy's neck and while he was prone, handcuffed and not resisting.
4 found dead in SUV in Wisconsin cornfield: "Everybody's a suspect"
Authorities believe the four died less than 24 hours from the time they were found and the location "was a place these victims were randomly brought."
Probe started after Elijah McClain's death finds racial bias pattern
A civil rights investigation found the police department behind Elijah McClain's death to have a pattern of racially biased policing.
Former police officer's murder conviction reversed in woman's death
Mohamed Noor was convicted of third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in the 2017 death of Justine Ruszczyk Damond.
Space
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SpaceX launches all-civilian crew on Inspiration4 mission
The four-person crew, including a tech billionaire and a young cancer survivor, will spend three days in orbit to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Watch: SpaceX launches first all-civilian flight
SpaceX has launched four amateurs on a private flight to circle Earth for three days. It's the first time a rocket has streaked toward orbit with no professional astronauts on board. Former astronaut Garrett Resiman, who is also a senior advisor at SpaceX and a professor of astronautical engineering at USC, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to describe the launch. Read more here.
SpaceX launches 51 Starlinks into polar orbit
The California launch will help expand Starlink internet service at higher latitudes.
First all-civilian flight to orbit will take charity to new heights
The Inspiration4 mission is raising money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital with three days in orbit aboard a SpaceX capsule.
Spacewalkers carry out space station power system upgrades
The spacewalk was the fourth in a series devoted to upgrading the power system at the International Space Station.
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2021 Met Gala: Red carpet arrivals on fashion's biggest night
After a pandemic hiatus, the Met Gala returns with the theme "In America: A Lexicon of Fashion."
Met Gala: Craziest looks of all time
The bigger the tiara — or pope hat — the better! (Just ask Rihanna, Katy Perry or Sarah Jessica Parker ... )
"The Deliveryman Murders": How investigators connected the cases
Two men are shot and killed at their homes 2,800 miles apart by a man delivering a package – how a car full of clues helped solve the murders.
Best movies streaming right now on Netflix
Looking for something fresh to watch? Here are the top films available on the streaming platform.
Best shows to watch on Netflix right now – September 2021
One of these shows could be your next binge obsession.
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Ghost Light: The Year Broadway Went Dark
After Broadway’s unprecedented 18-month pandemic shutdown, CBSN Originals’ new documentary looks at how people on stage and behind the scenes pivoted to survive.
Police ask public for information on Gabby Petito
Police in Florida pleaded with people to offer any information that could help find 22-year-old Gabby Petito, who was reported missing on Saturday by her family after her fiancé returned home to Florida alone from a cross-country road trip. Police spoke Thursday at a press conference.
CBSN Originals: The affect of the COVID-19 Broadway shutdown
A new CBSN Originals documentary takes a look at how performers, directors and other Broadway staffers survived after COVID-19 forced theaters to shut their doors. Christina Capatides, the documentary's producer, spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about why she felt this story was so important to cover, as well as the way the shutdown affected workers' finances and mental health.
Emmys 2021: Cedric the Entertainer on hosting
Cedric the Entertainer, host of the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards and star of CBS' "The Neighborhood," joins CBSN to preview what he has in store for this Sunday's festivities. Watch the awards show live Sept. 19 at 8 p.m. EDT/5 p.m. PDT on CBS or Paramount+.
"Bring Your Own Brigade"
Two-time Oscar-nominated filmmaker Lucy Walker captures the horror and heroism of the deadliest week of wildfires in California history and explores the causes of what she calls a "global fire crisis" in the CBSN documentary "Bring Your Own Brigade."